MESA VISTA INN HEALTH CENTER

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to treat each resident with respect, dignity, and care for each resident in a manner and in an environment that promotes maintenance or enhancement of his or her quality of life for 2 of 4 residents (Resident #2 and Resident #3) reviewed for dignity. The facility failed to ensure residents' privacy/dignity was maintained during wound observations/care on (2) occasions. These failures could affect residents by contributing to poor self-esteem, decreased self-worth and quality of life. Findings included: Record review of Resident #2's admission Record, dated 10/17/25, revealed the resident was re-admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included: Type 1 Diabetes (condition in which the pancreas makes little/no insulin, resulting in high blood sugar) and Peripheral Vascular Disease (circulatory condition in which narrowed blood vessels reduce blood flow to the limbs). Record review of Resident #2's quarterly MDS assessment, dated 9/30/25, revealed the resident had a BIMS score of 14, suggesting intact cognition. During observation of Resident #2's wound to the right lower leg and wound care to left heel, on 10/16/25 beginning at 4:44 pm, revealed LVN A, accompanied by ADON B, entered the room, approached Resident #2 and explained the procedure. Further observation revealed LVN A completed wound care to the left heel. Further observation revealed LVN A and ADON B did not close the door, blinds, or privacy curtain. Observation revealed Resident #2's roommate was in the room. During an interview on 10/17/25 at 1:50 pm, Resident #2 said privacy was not a thing at the facility. Resident #2 further stated sometimes the staff closed the privacy curtain during care and sometimes they did not. Resident #2 further stated not providing privacy had become the norm, adding that it would be nice if they practice privacy. Resident #2 said she felt like a bag of dried oats just plopped on the bed and forgotten. During an interview on 10/17/25 at 3:34 pm, ADON B said Resident #2 should have been asked if she preferred the curtain open or closed. ADON B further stated she did not think about asking Resident #2 about the privacy curtain because she knew that Resident #2 felt comfortable with her roommate. Record review of Resident #3's admission Record, dated 10/17/25, revealed the resident was re-admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses which included: Vascular Dementia (Brain damage caused by multiple strokes) ,Type 2 Diabetes (chronic condition that affects the way the body processes blood sugar) , and Aphasia (disorder that affects a person's ability to communicate). Record review of Resident #3's quarterly MDS assessment, dated 9/2/25, revealed the resident's cognitive skills for daily decision making was severely impaired. During observation of Resident #3's wound to the right lower leg and wound care to the left heel, on 10/16/25 beginning at 4:16 pm, revealed LVN A, accompanied by ADON B, entered the room, approached Resident #3 and explained the procedure. Further observation revealed LVN A removed the dressing to Resident #3's lower right leg exposing the wound for assessment and completed wound care to the left heel. LVN A and ADON B did not close the blinds before resident care. During an interview on 10/17/25 at 12:48 pm, LVN A said he was expected to provide residents with total privacy by closing the door, privacy curtains, blinds, and only exposing the area to be treated. LVN A further stated it was important to respect the residents' privacy and dignity because not doing so could cause the residents embarrassment. During an interview on 10/17/25 at 3:34 pm, ADON B said she and LVN A should have knocked on Resident #3's door and closed the blinds prior to providing resident care to maintain the resident's privacy. ADON B said she thought she and LVN A must have forgotten to close the blinds in Resident #3 room, before assessing/treating her wounds, because Resident #3 was in a private room, but they closed the door. ADON B further stated not knocking or letting a resident know what was going to be done was a dignity issue. ADON B said not closing the blinds in Resident #3's room during care may have made her feel exposed. ADON B further stated privacy should be provided to residents any time resident care was provided, including when clothes were changed, in the restroom and during transfers. ADON B said it was all o the nursing management's responsibility to educate staff and ensure policies/procedures were reinforced. During an interview on 10/17/25 at 5:16 pm, the DON said privacy should always be provided to the residents. The DON further stated that privacy curtains should be pulled all the way around the bed and blinds closed during resident care because it could affect the residents' dignity. The DON said residents that could not communicate may not be able to verbalize discomfort but may also be affected and so privacy should always be provided and dignity maintained. The DON said it was the responsibility of all the nursing managers to ensure that residents' privacy/dignity was respected. Record review of a webpage titled Exercising Your Rights as a Nursing Facility Resident, by the state long-term care ombudsman program, at chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://ltco.texas.gov/sites/ltco/files/documents/nf-residents-rights-book.pdf and dated October 2024, revealed: .You have the right to be treated with dignity and respect.The facility must ensure your privacy in the following areas: Your room Medical treatment.

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to establish and maintain an infection control program designed to provide a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment and to help prevent the development of communicable diseases and infections for 2 or 4 residents (Residents #31 & #33) reviewed for infection control.<BR/>1. The facility failed to identify and implement interventions for Resident #33 on Enhanced Barrier Precaution who had a colostomy.<BR/>2. The facility failed to ensure CNA A and CNA B used appropriate infection control principles including during catheter care, incontinent/peri care, and hand hygiene/glove changes for Resident #31.<BR/>These deficient practices could affect residents who were on EBP and required assistance with incontinent/peri care and could place residents at risk for cross contamination and infections.<BR/>The findings included:<BR/>1. Review of Resident #33's electronic face sheet dated 1/31/2025 revealed she was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of colostomy status (surgery to create an opening in the abdomen), dementia (condition that causes a person to lose the ability to think, remember and reason), and orthostatic hypertension (a sudden drop in blood pressure). <BR/>Review of Resident #33's quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #33 scored a 3/15 on her BIMS which indicated she severe cognitive impairment. <BR/>Review of Resident #33's comprehensive person-centered care plan revised date 1/21/2025 revealed The resident has a Colostomy.<BR/>Observation on 1/28/2025 revealed no EBP signage on or around the resident's room.<BR/>Staff interview on 1/28/2025 at 10:15 am with LVN F, she stated there was no signage of EBP on or around the Resident #33's room and that the resident did have a colostomy bag. She stated EBP signage should have been posted to identify vulnerable residents and to prevent infections for those residents. <BR/>Staff interview on 1/31/2025 at 11:00 am with the DON, stated that those residents' rooms should have EBP signage. She stated the potential for harm could be an infection. <BR/>Record review of internal facility document, undated, titled, Enhanced Barrier Precautions, showed EBP are indicated for residents with any of the following: Wounds and/or indwelling medical devices even if the resident is not known to be infected or colonized with an MDRO. This document did not address the facility system for informing staff of which residents were on enhanced barrier precautions.<BR/> 2. Record review of Resident #31's face sheet dated 1/29/25 revealed a [AGE] year-old female admitted to the facility on [DATE] and re-admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses that included dementia (a decline in cognitive abilities severe enough to interfere with daily life), diabetes (chronic condition when the body cannot produce enough insulin or effectively use the insulin the body produces leading to elevated blood sugar levels) with complications and hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction (swelling of the kidney due to a blockage caused by kidney stones in the urinary tract). <BR/>Record review of Resident #31's most recent annual MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident was severely cognitively impaired for daily decision-making skills, utilized an indwelling urinary catheter, and was always incontinent of bowel.<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's Order Summary Report dated 1/29/25 revealed the following:<BR/>- Provide catheter care every shift, with order date 7/20/23 and no stop date<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's comprehensive care plan with revision date 12/27/23 revealed the resident had an indwelling urinary catheter related to obstructive uropathy and had bowel incontinence. Interventions included to apply barrier cream and provide peri care after each incontinent episode.<BR/>Observation on 1/30/25 at 9:02 a.m. revealed CNA A and CNA B each put on a gown and gloves to prepare to provide Resident #31 with catheter and incontinent/peri care. CNA B took Resident #31's bed remote and raised the bed. CNA A removed Resident #31's sheet and placed a clean sheet over the resident's bottom torso, and then removed a pillow that was used to offload the resident's lower extremities. CNA A and CNA B then pulled up the resident's gown to expose her vaginal and peri area. Resident #31 was observed with stool and remnants of a thick white substance on the crease of the thighs and buttocks, and stool was observed in the vaginal area around the urinary indwelling catheter and on the buttock area. CNA A then, without changing her gloves, took clean disposable wipes and began catheter care and incontinent/peri care. CNA A continued with catheter care and incontinent/peri care and after using several disposable wipes to clean the area of stool, took a clean washcloth and placed it in a gray bin filled with water. CNA A then used both soiled gloved hands, retrieved the washcloth from the gray bin and wrung the washcloth over the gray bin. CNA A continued using the same soiled gloves and continued with incontinent/peri care and retrieved several washcloths following the same process of putting her gloved hands in the gray bin with water, retrieving the washcloth, and wringing the washcloth of water over the bin. CNA A and CNA B then took the drawer sheet Resident #31 was laying on and with the same soiled gloves, assisted the resident onto her left side. While CNA B ensured Resident #31 was positioned to her left, CNA A continued to use the same soiled gloves and resumed cleaning the resident's anal and buttock area of stool. CNA A, using the same soiled gloves, then took a clean disposable pad and placed it on the resident's bed. CNA A then took a clean washcloth and placed it in the gray bin filled with water. CNA A then used both soiled gloved hands, retrieved the washcloth from the gray bin and wrung the washcloth over the gray bin. CNA A continued using the same soiled gloves and continued with incontinent/peri care and retrieved several washcloths following the same process of putting her gloved hands in the gray bin with water, retrieving the washcloth, and wringing the washcloth of water over the bin. CNA A, having completed cleaning the resident's right buttock area, moved to the other side of the bed and instructed CNA B to leave the bedside to retrieve more disposable wipes. CNA B removed her gown and gloves, did not sanitize her hands, and left the resident's room. CNA A, removed her gloves, did not wash or sanitize her hands and took the clean sheet on the resident's bed and covered the resident. CNA B then returned to the bedside, took a pair of gloves and a gown that were stored on the resident's door and put on a new pair of gloves without washing or sanitizing her hands. CNA B returned to the left side of the bed, and CNA A opened Resident #31's bedroom door, took a pair of gloves that were stored on the door and put on the new pair of gloves without washing or sanitizing her hands. CNA A returned to the bedside and continued with incontinent/peri care. CNA A and CNA B then assisted Resident #31 onto her right side and CNA B then continued to clean the resident's left buttock of stool while CNA A continued to assist the resident onto the right side until care was completed. CNA A stayed with the resident, and CNA B left the bedside, removed her gloves and gown, and summoned the Treatment Nurse.<BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 9:41 a.m., CNA A stated, I feel like I skipped a couple of steps as far as rinsing and drying off the area (to Resident #31). CNA A revealed she had washed her hands prior to care, and stated, I washed me hands in the sink, then I washed the resident's bin that is used for a bed bath and then filled with water and placed on the bedside table. CNA A stated she should have changed her gloves after cleaning the stool, but insisted her gloves never got stool on them. CNA A revealed she had been moving from a dirty area to a clean area and should not have done that because it could spread infection. CNA A stated, we didn't have any sanitizer in there, I ain't gonna lie, we should have had sanitizer. You need to sanitize before putting on gloves and after you take them off to prevent infection. So, if I go to another resident then I run the risk of spreading something to the next person. CNA A revealed she should not have placed her gloves in the bin with water while she had wrung the washcloths because she dirtied the water and that was a break in infection control.<BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 10:00 a.m., CNA B stated she had sanitized her hands with the wall mounted hand sanitizer outside of Resident #31's room. CNA B revealed she had not sanitized or washed her hands between glove changes and realized she had moved from a dirty area to a clean area when providing care. CNA B stated it was considered cross contamination and could result in the resident getting sick. CNA B further stated, we didn't have sanitizer, maybe there was some in the resident's nightstand drawer but since it wasn't visible, I guess it was out of site out of mind.<BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 2:28 p.m., the DON revealed cross contamination and a break in infection control occurred when CNA A and CNA B moved from a dirty area to a clean area, and when they did not wash or sanitize their hands between glove changes which could result in the resident developing an infection. <BR/>Record review of the facility policy and procedure titled, Hand Hygiene/PPE, undated, revealed in part, .How to practice proper hand washing and hand hygiene .Wet hands with clean warm water .Apply appropriate amount of soap to your hands .Rub hands together vigorously for 20 seconds covering all surfaces of the hands, wrists and fingers, then rinse allowing water to drop from fingertips .When using hand sanitizer .Apply product to palm of one hand .Rub hands together covering all surfaces of hands, wrists, and fingers .Rub until hands are dry .Hand hygiene must be performed before touching a patient, after providing care, after removing gloves and PPE .and anytime you touch a contaminated surface .PPE works as a barrier to help protect you from potentially infectious agents that you may come in contact with while working with residents .

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews and record reviews the facility failed to develop and implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan for each resident, consistent with the resident rights that includes measurable objectives and timeframes to meet a resident's medical, nursing, and mental and psychosocial needs that are identified in the comprehensive assessment and describes the services that are to be furnished to attain or maintain the resident's highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being for 1 of 7 (Resident #2) residents in that:<BR/>Resident #2's fall mat was not on the ground near her bed as specified in her care plan. Resident #2 had a fall and had behaviors and required a fall mat to prevent injury. <BR/>This deficient practice could place residents at risk for not receiving proper care and services due to incomplete care plans.<BR/>The Findings were:<BR/>Record Review of Resident #2's admission Record dated 3/17/2025 reflected she was admitted on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE]. Resident #2's diagnoses included dementia (a general term for a decline in mental ability that interferes with daily life, encompassing various conditions affecting memory, thinking, and reasoning), repeated falls, pressure ulcer of sacral region stage 4, and seizure (sudden, temporary disruptions in brain electrical activity that can cause changes in behavior, movement, sensation, and awareness.) <BR/>Record Review of Resident #2's Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] reflected her BIMS score was 15/15 (cognitively intact), she had impairments to both lower extremities, she required substantial/maximal assistance with bathing, upper/lower body dressing, and with footwear. Resident #2 had repeated falls, and osteoporosis (a condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and prone to fractures, often developing silently until a fracture occurs.) with fracture. Section in Behaviors was listed, Resident #2 had a rejection behavior exhibited 1 to 3 days .<BR/>Record Review of Resident #2's Care Plan dated 1/6/2025 reflected Resident #2 had physical behaviors such as pounding on the bed with fists repeatedly, and it may be possible that she intentionally places self on the fall mats. Resident #2 had an actual fall in August 2024 and interventions were fall mats.<BR/>Record review of the visitor log, showed a signature for Resident #2's family dated 3/19/2025.<BR/>In an observation on 3/18/2025 at 3:48 PM with Resident #2, she was lying in bed with covers on her. Resident #2's right-side fall mat was vertical against a chair . <BR/>In an interview on 3/19/2025 at 3:28 PM, the DON stated Resident #2 had a visitor and they must have moved the mat out of the way and forgot to put it back. <BR/>In an interview on 3/20/2025 at 5:41 PM, Resident #2 stated she could not remember if she had visitors/family this week. Resident #2 stated a staff person put the mat on the side, vertical, but was not sure of the staff's name. <BR/>In an interview on 3/21/2025 at 1:11 PM, Resident #2's family stated she did visit on Wednesday (3/19/2025) and she did move the mat,so she could move the chair closer to Resident #2. Resident #2's family stated she put the mat back before she left for the day. <BR/>In an interview on 3/21/2025 at 11:27 AM, the SW stated Resident #2 was interviewable and alert and oriented most of the time. <BR/>In an interview on 3/21/2025 at 3:16 PM, the DON stated the fall mats did not have to have orders but was in the care plan for behaviors. <BR/>In an interview on 3/19/2025 at 2:33 PM with the MDS LVN B stated Resident #2's fall mats were for behaviors, throwing herself to floor.<BR/>Record review of policy titled comprehensive Care Planning, with no date, reflected The facility will develop and implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan for each resident, consistent with the residents' rights that includes measurable objectives and timeframes to meet a resident's medical, nursing and mental psychosocial needs that are identified in the comprehensive assessment. Each resident will have a person-centered comprehensive care plan developed and implement to meet his other preferences and goals, and address the resident's medical, physical and mental and psychosocial needs.

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews and record reviews the facility failed to develop and implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan for each resident, consistent with the resident rights that includes measurable objectives and timeframes to meet a resident's medical, nursing, and mental and psychosocial needs that are identified in the comprehensive assessment and describes the services that are to be furnished to attain or maintain the resident's highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being for 1 of 7 (Resident #2) residents in that:<BR/>Resident #2's fall mat was not on the ground near her bed as specified in her care plan. Resident #2 had a fall and had behaviors and required a fall mat to prevent injury. <BR/>This deficient practice could place residents at risk for not receiving proper care and services due to incomplete care plans.<BR/>The Findings were:<BR/>Record Review of Resident #2's admission Record dated 3/17/2025 reflected she was admitted on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE]. Resident #2's diagnoses included dementia (a general term for a decline in mental ability that interferes with daily life, encompassing various conditions affecting memory, thinking, and reasoning), repeated falls, pressure ulcer of sacral region stage 4, and seizure (sudden, temporary disruptions in brain electrical activity that can cause changes in behavior, movement, sensation, and awareness.) <BR/>Record Review of Resident #2's Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] reflected her BIMS score was 15/15 (cognitively intact), she had impairments to both lower extremities, she required substantial/maximal assistance with bathing, upper/lower body dressing, and with footwear. Resident #2 had repeated falls, and osteoporosis (a condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and prone to fractures, often developing silently until a fracture occurs.) with fracture. Section in Behaviors was listed, Resident #2 had a rejection behavior exhibited 1 to 3 days .<BR/>Record Review of Resident #2's Care Plan dated 1/6/2025 reflected Resident #2 had physical behaviors such as pounding on the bed with fists repeatedly, and it may be possible that she intentionally places self on the fall mats. Resident #2 had an actual fall in August 2024 and interventions were fall mats.<BR/>Record review of the visitor log, showed a signature for Resident #2's family dated 3/19/2025.<BR/>In an observation on 3/18/2025 at 3:48 PM with Resident #2, she was lying in bed with covers on her. Resident #2's right-side fall mat was vertical against a chair . <BR/>In an interview on 3/19/2025 at 3:28 PM, the DON stated Resident #2 had a visitor and they must have moved the mat out of the way and forgot to put it back. <BR/>In an interview on 3/20/2025 at 5:41 PM, Resident #2 stated she could not remember if she had visitors/family this week. Resident #2 stated a staff person put the mat on the side, vertical, but was not sure of the staff's name. <BR/>In an interview on 3/21/2025 at 1:11 PM, Resident #2's family stated she did visit on Wednesday (3/19/2025) and she did move the mat,so she could move the chair closer to Resident #2. Resident #2's family stated she put the mat back before she left for the day. <BR/>In an interview on 3/21/2025 at 11:27 AM, the SW stated Resident #2 was interviewable and alert and oriented most of the time. <BR/>In an interview on 3/21/2025 at 3:16 PM, the DON stated the fall mats did not have to have orders but was in the care plan for behaviors. <BR/>In an interview on 3/19/2025 at 2:33 PM with the MDS LVN B stated Resident #2's fall mats were for behaviors, throwing herself to floor.<BR/>Record review of policy titled comprehensive Care Planning, with no date, reflected The facility will develop and implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan for each resident, consistent with the residents' rights that includes measurable objectives and timeframes to meet a resident's medical, nursing and mental psychosocial needs that are identified in the comprehensive assessment. Each resident will have a person-centered comprehensive care plan developed and implement to meet his other preferences and goals, and address the resident's medical, physical and mental and psychosocial needs.

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure 1 of 2 physicians (Physician R) signed and dated resident physician orders for physicians reviewed for physician visits.<BR/>The facility failed to have Physician R electronically sign physician orders. The Medical Records Director was instructed by Administrator O to electronically sign Physician R orders in the EMR using Physician R's username and password.<BR/>This failure could place residents assigned to Physician R at risk for not receiving appropriate physician ordered care. <BR/>Findings included: <BR/>Record review of a facility document titled, Investigation Summary, provided by Administrator N, revealed Administrator N had a meeting with the Medical Records Director on 05/05/2025 regarding an audit of the EMR conducted by the Regional Medical Records Director that revealed unsigned physician orders. Administrator N stated the Medical Records Director said she had been instructed by Administrator O, to sign Physician R's physician orders in the EMR. The document revealed Administrator N instructed the Medical Records Director to immediately stop that practice and Administrator N reported the practice to the regional staff. The document stated an audit was conducted by the Corporate Compliance Nurse to ensure no orders had originated from anyone other than Physician R and in-services were conducted, on 05/08/2025, with the DON, ADONs, Wound Care Nurse, Medical Records Director, Administrator and Physician R on physician instructions for signing orders electronically in the EMR . On 05/14/2025 the Corporate Compliance Nurse conducted an in-service with Physician R to ensure he understood and knew how to electronically sign orders and a password change request was submitted for Physician R. The corporate office changed the process for obtaining and changing passwords for physicians to ensure only Physician R had access to the assigned passwords. <BR/>During an interview with Administrator N, on 05/30/2025 at 10:01 a.m., Administrator N stated the Regional Medical Records Director conducted an audit of physician orders on 04/30/2025 and the audit revealed that the facility had over 103 physician orders that were pending signature by Physician R in the EMR. Administrator N stated she met with the Medical Records Director on 05/05/2025 to discuss the audit findings and find out what the process was for physicians to sign orders in the EMR. Administrator N stated the Medical Records Director first stated Physician R was on vacation and when Administrator N questioned the process further, the Medical Records Director told Administrator N that she had been instructed by Administrator O to electronically sign Physician R orders for Physician R. Administrator N stated the Medical Records Director told her that Administrator O asked her to start signing the orders for Physician R years ago after DON P left the facility. The Medical Records Director stated DON P was signing the orders and when DON P left it was assigned to ADON M by the Administrator but ADON M said she had too much to do so it was assigned to the Medical Records Director. Administrator N stated she instructed the Medical Records Director to stop signing orders for Physician R and the Medical Records Director stated she would only sign off on the orders when Physician R was in the facility rounding and that it did not feel right to sign the orders but she was afraid she would lose her job if she did not do it. Administrator N stated the Medical Records Director provided her with a copy of an email that was given to her by Administrator O that had Physician R's username and password on the document and stated the email was dated 2021. Administrator N stated the Medical Records Director stated no one else was aware that she was signing the orders in the EMR and that she did not report the situation to anyone. Administrator N stated the Medical Records Director said she was not aware of Administrator O ever using Physician R username and password. Administrator N stated she reached out to Administrator O to see if Administrator O had an agreement with Physician R or if Physician R did not have access the EMR and the only response she received was, have nursing reach out to [physician name]. Administrator N stated she was not comfortable with that, so Administrator N reached out to the Area Director of Operations and reported her concern. Administrator N stated the Corporate Compliance Nurse immediately sent an in-service for the managers to receive about signing orders and then the Corporate Compliance Nurse came to the facility to start an audit of the orders and interview the Medical Records Director on 05/06/2025 to validate there were no discrepancies with the orders and to see if Administrator O or the Medical Records Director ever originated any orders. Administrator N stated no order discrepancies were identified and no orders were originated or created by Administrator O or the Medical Records Director. Administrator N stated the Corporate Compliance Nurse spoke to Physician R and Physician R stated he signed his orders that he received on paper and reviewed orders on resident charts. Physician R also stated he was not aware his username and password were being used to sign orders in the EMR. Administrator N stated Physician R username and password was reset and only Physician R had access to that information. Administrator N stated the Medical Records Director and Administrator O were terminated from the company after the company investigation. Administrator N stated it was important that only Physician R sign physician orders because the orders are from Physician R, and he is the licensed professional and he is the only one that can sign the order. Administrator N stated, Physician R gave the orders, he knew the orders he was giving. [Medical Record Director name] was just clicking off on it to sign them as reviewed in the EMR. I do not believe there was any harm to residents, but you do not share your passwords with anyone.<BR/>During an interview with the Regional Medical Records Director, on 05/20/2025 at 10:47 a.m., the Regional Medical Records Director stated she conducted audits of resident records quarterly and her last audit was completed on 04/30/2025. The Regional Medical Records Director stated the Medical Records Director was responsible for reviewing physician orders pending signature in the EMR, contacting physicians to sign the orders, and stated physicians should review and sign the orders in the EMR at least every 60 days. The Regional Medical Records Director stated a physician would sign resident orders by entering their username and password to enter the EMR, review the orders and then enter their password to sign the orders. The Regional Medical Records Director stated no other discipline had access to review and sign physician orders except for Physician R using Physician R username and password. The Regional Medical Records Director stated [physician name] did not enter orders into the EMR and stated [physician name] would verbally give orders to the nurses, the nurses would enter the orders and then the orders would be carried out. The Regional Medical Records Director stated she was not aware the Medical Records Director was signing the orders in the EMR on behalf of Physician R and stated the Medical Records Director never reported that she had been instructed to complete this task to clear the orders in the EMR. The Regional Medical Records Director stated it was important to have Physician R sign the orders in the EMR to verify that Physician R was agreeing to the orders that the resident had and the care that was being provided. <BR/>During an interview with ADON M, on 05/30/2025 at 11:23 a.m., ADON M stated the process for obtaining physician orders was for Physician R to give orders verbally to the charge nurse who then enters the order into the EMR for the nurses and staff to follow. ADON M stated if a physician were to enter an order in the EMR, the order would be identified as prescriber written and when a nurse entered the order it was identified as verbal or telephone order. ADON M stated Physician R did not enter his own orders into the EMR but stated Physician R should be signing the orders in the EMR. ADON M stated she was provided Physician R's username and password by Administrator O in 2021 and asked to give the information to Physician R and show Physician R how to sign orders in the EMR. ADON M stated she would round with Physician R when he came into the facility to see residents several days a week and would keep a binder of documents that required Physician R signature which included pharmacy recommendations, therapy certifications, Medicare certifications and discharge orders and Physician R would sign all the forms in the binder when he would visit weekly. ADON M stated she was never asked by Administrator O to sign physician orders in the EMR and stated she never used Physician R's username or password to sign physician orders. ADON M stated she was not aware of the Medical Records Director signing physician orders and stated the Medical Records Director never told ADON M that Administrator O had instructed her to do so. <BR/>During an interview with the Medical Records Director, on 05/30/2025 at 1:50 p.m., the Medical Records Director stated she had worked in her position at the facility for 6 years. The Medical Records Director stated about 2 years into her role she was asked by Administrator O in front of ADON M to sign the overdue physician orders for Physician R in the EMR that had been identified on an audit by the Regional Medical Records Director. The Medical Records Director stated Administrator O provided her a piece of paper that contained Physician R's username and password. The Medical Records Director stated her understanding was ADON M had been signing the orders electronically, but ADON M stated she was too busy to sign the orders electronically. The Medical Records Director stated she agreed to sign the orders since other people had been doing it and stated she only signed orders for Physician R. The Medical Records Director stated she would log into the EMR with Physician R's username and password about two times a month, go to the pending order review tab, click on resident name, put check marks on the open orders that needed signatures, enter Physician R's password and that would sign the order and remove the order from the list. The Medical Records Director stated Administrator O told her that Physician R would not sign the orders but did not tell her why. The Medical Records Director stated she had a binder of forms and information for Physician R to sign when he would come in several times a week and Physician R would sign those documents but stated Physician R orders were not printed from the EMR for physician signature. The Medical Records Director stated she went to a regional company meeting about a year after she started signing the orders and realized through the training that Physician R should be signing the orders electronically. The Medical Records Director stated she told DON P and Administrator O that they needed to talk to Physician R about signing his own orders and stated she added a document to his binder that included instructions on how to electronically sign physician orders but was told, [physician name] won't sign those by Administrator O. The Medical Records Director stated she talked to Administrator O about it before Administrator N started at the facility on 03/17/2025 and Administrator O told the Medical Records Director to continue signing the orders under Administrator N. The Medical Records Director stated after Administrator O left her role and Administrator N started, the Medical Records Director stopped signing the orders in the EMR and that was why they were identified as overdue on the audit. The Medical Records Director stated she did not report the concern to Administrator N until Administrator N asked her about the overdue physician orders after the audit was conducted. The Medical Records Director stated she did not report the concern to anyone else for fear of losing her job, but stated she did have access to an anonymous compliance hotline for her company and was aware she could have notified HHSC. The Medical Records Director stated she never created or originated any physician orders and stated she had not heard of anyone else using Physician R's credentials to create new orders. <BR/>During an interview with the MDS Coordinator, on 05/30/2025 at 2:53 p.m., the MDS Coordinator stated Physician R was in the facility several days and week and reviewed resident charts, rounded on residents, and attended facility meetings like QAPI, care plan meetings and clinical meetings. The MDS Coordinator stated Physician R would sign Medicare recertifications and other documents when he would be in the facility and was unaware that Physician R was not signing Physician R orders in the EMR. The MDS Coordinator stated she was never provided physician username or passwords to the EMR and was not aware that another staff member was using Physician R's credentials.<BR/>During an interview with the Area Director of Operations, on 05/30/2025 at 3:15 p.m., the Area Director of Operations stated she was notified by Administrator N that an audit of physician orders revealed multiple orders were unsigned by Physician R. Administrator N asked the Medical Records Director about why the orders were overdue to be signed and the Medical Records Director revealed that she had been instructed by Administrator O to electronically sign the orders on behalf of Physician R. The Medical Records Director said that she would go in the EMR and click off on the order to clear it from the pending signature list and she would use Physician R's username and password to complete this task. The Area Director of Operations stated orders are received from Physician R and entered into the EMR by the floor nurses, the orders are active, and Physician R would sign the orders in the EMR, as soon as possible. The Area Director of Operations stated Physician R was regularly active at the facility and involved with resident care and when Physician R came to the facility, he would review the resident's charts and their orders in the chart. The Area Director of Operations stated the facility did have a compliance hotline number for staff to report concerns and stated staff were able to report allegations or concerns anonymously and no concerns related to a facility staff member signing physician orders was reported. <BR/>During an interview with the Regional Medical Records Director, on 05/30/2025 at 3:57 p.m., the Regional Medical Records Director stated medical records employee receive training on how to run reports and identify when physician orders need to be signed and stated a medical records username and password log in would not give the Medical Records Director an option to sign physician orders. <BR/>During an interview with the Corporate Compliance Nurse, on 05/31/2025 at 11:09 a.m., the Corporate Compliance Nurse stated they process for obtaining physician orders was a physician would give new orders to a nurse, the nurse enter the order in the EMR, and the order is carried out. Physician R would review and sign the orders in the EMR. The Corporate Compliance Nurse stated when the Regional Medical Records Director completed an audit at the end of April 2025, the audit identified physician orders overdue for physician signatures and when the Medical Records Director was questioned about the concern by Administrator N, The Medical Records Director disclosed that Administrator O had instructed her to sign the orders for Physician R to get into compliance. The Corporate Compliance Nurse stated she went to the facility on [DATE] and conducted and in-service on how to educate Physician R to sign orders and completed an audit of every resident which included reviewing every physician order to ensure there were no duplicated orders or order discrepancies and none were identified. The investigation included interviewing staff who stated orders were only given to the nurses by Physician R and the nurses were the only staff entering physician orders into the EMR. The Corporate Compliance Nurse stated she met with Physician R at the facility on 05/07/2025 and assisted him with obtaining a new password that only Physician R had access to and showed him how to electronically sign his physician orders in the EMR. Prior to this training, The Corporate Compliance Nurse stated Physician R would have received training when he got credentialed because Physician R would have to be familiar with signing into the EMR. The Corporate Compliance Nurse said Physician R stated he was unaware anyone was using his username and password and that he signed paperwork when he would come to the facility several times a week. The Medical Records Director stated Physician R was signing recertifications, therapy authorizations transfer/discharge orders and pharmacy recommendations, not the orders in the EMR. The Corporate Clinical Nurse stated Physician R reviewed resident orders when he would come to the facility to see residents and had remote access to review resident charts. The Corporate Clinical Nurse stated the purpose of Physician R signature on orders in the EMR was for Physician R to complete a review and show agreement with the orders and that they are valid orders and if a physician were not signing the orders it could lead to a resident having an inaccurate order. <BR/>During an interview with Physician R, on 05/31/2025 at 1:02 p.m., Physician R stated he had worked at the facility as the Medical Director and resident physician for many years. Physician R stated he was contacted by someone from the corporate office last month and was instructed on signing physician orders electronically and stated he had been signing all his orders electronically since his meeting with a corporate representative. Physician R stated prior to this meeting, he would be handed a folder full of paperwork that he would sign each time he visited the facility, and he thought the paperwork included orders. Physician R stated he did not sign orders or input orders in the EMR and would give verbal orders to the nurses to enter the EMR. Physician R stated he was at the facility several days a week and would review resident charts during visits which included resident orders and would include orders in his progress notes that he completed in the EMR. Physician R stated he also had remote access to the EMR and would review resident orders before he gave any new orders or changed orders for a resident. Physician R stated he was not aware of anyone using his username and password to sign orders in the EMR and stated that's a real problem that someone had access to his account and signed his physician orders.<BR/>During an interview with Administrator O, 05/31/2025 at 2:11 p.m. Administrator O stated she worked at the facility for 6 years as the Administrator and stated nursing, who Administrator O described as just nursing, it would have had to have been the DON or ADON, requested a copy of Physician R's EMR credentials a few years ago. Administrator O stated she was under the impression they requested the information so they could provide it to Physician R. Administrator O stated she did not remember providing Physician R's log in information to the Medical Records Director and stated she never instructed the Medical Records Director to use Physician R EMR log in access to sign physician orders. Administrator O stated the facility had used the EMR prior to her starting in the position 6 years ago and stated she never questioned how Physician R orders were getting signed, because everyone is responsible for their own duties in the building, so I did not question it. <BR/>Record review of a document titled, Witness Statement, signed by The Medical Records Director on 05/12/2025, that read, yrs ago I was instructed by my immediate supervisors to electronically sign physician orders. Before me, the DON and ADON were doing them. I was given physician's credential to complete task by [Administrator O name] before she left, I went to her with the uncomfortable feeling about doing this. She told just to continue to do it under my new supervisor. I only signed the orders.<BR/>Record review of a photocopy of a document, dated 02/07/2022 at 5:23 p.m. from The Medical Records Director email. The photocopy was a picture of an email to Administrator O from an administrative assistant clinical office for [company name]. The email was dated 09/23/2021 and contained the name of three physicians, and EMR usernames and passwords. <BR/>Record review of a document titled, Orders to Review, dated 4/29/2025, revealed 82 resident names pending order reviews and listed the next order review date as overdue.<BR/>Record review of a document titled Ad Hoc QAPI, dated 05/14/2025 revealed eleven employee signatures including Administrator N, DON P, ADON C, DOR and MDS Coordinator.<BR/>Record review of a document titled, Monitoring, revealed the facility would monitor physician orders monthly to ensure that they are completely timely x 3 months and PRN unless modified by the QAPI committee. The document contained a question, were monthly physician orders completed timely? And the document had five boxes across the page that contained a space for a date and yes or no under a question. Three boxes were completed with the date of 05/12/2025, 05/13/2025 and 05/19/2025 and all were circled, yes.<BR/>Record review of a document titled, In-Service Training Attendance Roster, revealed the topic of the in-service was Physician Instruction for Electronically signing orders. The date of the in-service was 05/12/2025 and the instructor was the Area Director of Operations. The in-service revealed six employee names that included Administrator N, DON, ADON M, ADON C and The Medical Records Director. The in-service attachment included a form for physician instruction for electronically signing orders in the EMR and included, two. At the log in screen enter your username and password.<BR/>Record review of a document titled, In-Service Training Attendance Roster, revealed the topic of the in-service was, Hotline call reporting/reporting suspected fraudulent activity, password privacy, abuse/neglect policy. The date of the in-service was 05/13/2025 - 05/16/2025 and the instructors were Administrator N and the DON P. and contained sixty-seven signatures.<BR/>Record review of a document titled, In-Service Training Attendance Roster, revealed the topic of the in-service was, Hotline call reporting/reporting suspected fraudulent activity, password privacy, abuse/neglect policy. The date of the in-service was 05/13/2025 - 05/16/2025 and the instructor was the Dietary Supervisor and contained eleven signatures.<BR/>Record review of a document titled, In-Service Training Attendance Roster, revealed the topic of the in-service was, Hotline call reporting/reporting suspected fraudulent activity, password privacy, abuse/neglect policy. The date of the in-service was 05/13/2025 - 05/16/2025 and the instructor was the Housekeeping Supervisor and contained ten signatures.<BR/>Record review of a document titled, In-Service Training Attendance Roster, revealed the topic of the in-service was, Hotline call reporting/reporting suspected fraudulent activity, password privacy, abuse/neglect policy. The date of the in-service was 05/13/2025 - 05/16/2025 and the instructor was the DOR and contained twelve signatures. <BR/>Record review of a facility resident list report, dated 05/30/2025, revealed Physician R was assigned 108 of 111 facility residents. <BR/>Record review of a facility documented titled Medical Director Agreement revealed it was entered into agreement with the facility and Physician R on 05/01/2019. The agreement contains and Exhibit A that included a description of duties and responsibilities of the Medical Director and included (a) ensure that all facility records pertaining to the care of the residents are in compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations and standards.<BR/>Record review of an undated facility document titled, [Company Name] Rules of Behavior for General Users, revealed the Purpose as The Rules of Behavior for General Users provides the rules that govern the appropriate use of [Company name] (hereinafter [company name]) data and information technology (IT) resources (hereinafter assets). [Company name}'s assets must be protected from unauthorized access, disclosure, or medication based on confidentially, integrity, and availability requirements. The document revealed the scope applied to anyone who was granted authorized access to [company name] assets. Under the section titled, Access, the document revealed I understand that I am given access only to the assets that are required to perform my official duties. I will not attempt to access assets I am not authorized to access. I will not attempt to circumvent access controls. Under the section titled, Passwords, the document revealed, I will not share my username and password. I will immediately change my password whenever its compromise is known or suspected to have occurred. Under the section titled, Incident Reporting, the document revealed, I will immediately report all lost or stolen [company name] assets; known or suspected security incidents; known or suspected policy violations; suspicious activity to my manager and the help desk.

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to establish and maintain an infection control program designed to provide a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment and to help prevent the development of communicable diseases and infections for 2 or 4 residents (Residents #31 & #33) reviewed for infection control.<BR/>1. The facility failed to identify and implement interventions for Resident #33 on Enhanced Barrier Precaution who had a colostomy.<BR/>2. The facility failed to ensure CNA A and CNA B used appropriate infection control principles including during catheter care, incontinent/peri care, and hand hygiene/glove changes for Resident #31.<BR/>These deficient practices could affect residents who were on EBP and required assistance with incontinent/peri care and could place residents at risk for cross contamination and infections.<BR/>The findings included:<BR/>1. Review of Resident #33's electronic face sheet dated 1/31/2025 revealed she was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of colostomy status (surgery to create an opening in the abdomen), dementia (condition that causes a person to lose the ability to think, remember and reason), and orthostatic hypertension (a sudden drop in blood pressure). <BR/>Review of Resident #33's quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #33 scored a 3/15 on her BIMS which indicated she severe cognitive impairment. <BR/>Review of Resident #33's comprehensive person-centered care plan revised date 1/21/2025 revealed The resident has a Colostomy.<BR/>Observation on 1/28/2025 revealed no EBP signage on or around the resident's room.<BR/>Staff interview on 1/28/2025 at 10:15 am with LVN F, she stated there was no signage of EBP on or around the Resident #33's room and that the resident did have a colostomy bag. She stated EBP signage should have been posted to identify vulnerable residents and to prevent infections for those residents. <BR/>Staff interview on 1/31/2025 at 11:00 am with the DON, stated that those residents' rooms should have EBP signage. She stated the potential for harm could be an infection. <BR/>Record review of internal facility document, undated, titled, Enhanced Barrier Precautions, showed EBP are indicated for residents with any of the following: Wounds and/or indwelling medical devices even if the resident is not known to be infected or colonized with an MDRO. This document did not address the facility system for informing staff of which residents were on enhanced barrier precautions.<BR/> 2. Record review of Resident #31's face sheet dated 1/29/25 revealed a [AGE] year-old female admitted to the facility on [DATE] and re-admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses that included dementia (a decline in cognitive abilities severe enough to interfere with daily life), diabetes (chronic condition when the body cannot produce enough insulin or effectively use the insulin the body produces leading to elevated blood sugar levels) with complications and hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction (swelling of the kidney due to a blockage caused by kidney stones in the urinary tract). <BR/>Record review of Resident #31's most recent annual MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident was severely cognitively impaired for daily decision-making skills, utilized an indwelling urinary catheter, and was always incontinent of bowel.<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's Order Summary Report dated 1/29/25 revealed the following:<BR/>- Provide catheter care every shift, with order date 7/20/23 and no stop date<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's comprehensive care plan with revision date 12/27/23 revealed the resident had an indwelling urinary catheter related to obstructive uropathy and had bowel incontinence. Interventions included to apply barrier cream and provide peri care after each incontinent episode.<BR/>Observation on 1/30/25 at 9:02 a.m. revealed CNA A and CNA B each put on a gown and gloves to prepare to provide Resident #31 with catheter and incontinent/peri care. CNA B took Resident #31's bed remote and raised the bed. CNA A removed Resident #31's sheet and placed a clean sheet over the resident's bottom torso, and then removed a pillow that was used to offload the resident's lower extremities. CNA A and CNA B then pulled up the resident's gown to expose her vaginal and peri area. Resident #31 was observed with stool and remnants of a thick white substance on the crease of the thighs and buttocks, and stool was observed in the vaginal area around the urinary indwelling catheter and on the buttock area. CNA A then, without changing her gloves, took clean disposable wipes and began catheter care and incontinent/peri care. CNA A continued with catheter care and incontinent/peri care and after using several disposable wipes to clean the area of stool, took a clean washcloth and placed it in a gray bin filled with water. CNA A then used both soiled gloved hands, retrieved the washcloth from the gray bin and wrung the washcloth over the gray bin. CNA A continued using the same soiled gloves and continued with incontinent/peri care and retrieved several washcloths following the same process of putting her gloved hands in the gray bin with water, retrieving the washcloth, and wringing the washcloth of water over the bin. CNA A and CNA B then took the drawer sheet Resident #31 was laying on and with the same soiled gloves, assisted the resident onto her left side. While CNA B ensured Resident #31 was positioned to her left, CNA A continued to use the same soiled gloves and resumed cleaning the resident's anal and buttock area of stool. CNA A, using the same soiled gloves, then took a clean disposable pad and placed it on the resident's bed. CNA A then took a clean washcloth and placed it in the gray bin filled with water. CNA A then used both soiled gloved hands, retrieved the washcloth from the gray bin and wrung the washcloth over the gray bin. CNA A continued using the same soiled gloves and continued with incontinent/peri care and retrieved several washcloths following the same process of putting her gloved hands in the gray bin with water, retrieving the washcloth, and wringing the washcloth of water over the bin. CNA A, having completed cleaning the resident's right buttock area, moved to the other side of the bed and instructed CNA B to leave the bedside to retrieve more disposable wipes. CNA B removed her gown and gloves, did not sanitize her hands, and left the resident's room. CNA A, removed her gloves, did not wash or sanitize her hands and took the clean sheet on the resident's bed and covered the resident. CNA B then returned to the bedside, took a pair of gloves and a gown that were stored on the resident's door and put on a new pair of gloves without washing or sanitizing her hands. CNA B returned to the left side of the bed, and CNA A opened Resident #31's bedroom door, took a pair of gloves that were stored on the door and put on the new pair of gloves without washing or sanitizing her hands. CNA A returned to the bedside and continued with incontinent/peri care. CNA A and CNA B then assisted Resident #31 onto her right side and CNA B then continued to clean the resident's left buttock of stool while CNA A continued to assist the resident onto the right side until care was completed. CNA A stayed with the resident, and CNA B left the bedside, removed her gloves and gown, and summoned the Treatment Nurse.<BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 9:41 a.m., CNA A stated, I feel like I skipped a couple of steps as far as rinsing and drying off the area (to Resident #31). CNA A revealed she had washed her hands prior to care, and stated, I washed me hands in the sink, then I washed the resident's bin that is used for a bed bath and then filled with water and placed on the bedside table. CNA A stated she should have changed her gloves after cleaning the stool, but insisted her gloves never got stool on them. CNA A revealed she had been moving from a dirty area to a clean area and should not have done that because it could spread infection. CNA A stated, we didn't have any sanitizer in there, I ain't gonna lie, we should have had sanitizer. You need to sanitize before putting on gloves and after you take them off to prevent infection. So, if I go to another resident then I run the risk of spreading something to the next person. CNA A revealed she should not have placed her gloves in the bin with water while she had wrung the washcloths because she dirtied the water and that was a break in infection control.<BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 10:00 a.m., CNA B stated she had sanitized her hands with the wall mounted hand sanitizer outside of Resident #31's room. CNA B revealed she had not sanitized or washed her hands between glove changes and realized she had moved from a dirty area to a clean area when providing care. CNA B stated it was considered cross contamination and could result in the resident getting sick. CNA B further stated, we didn't have sanitizer, maybe there was some in the resident's nightstand drawer but since it wasn't visible, I guess it was out of site out of mind.<BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 2:28 p.m., the DON revealed cross contamination and a break in infection control occurred when CNA A and CNA B moved from a dirty area to a clean area, and when they did not wash or sanitize their hands between glove changes which could result in the resident developing an infection. <BR/>Record review of the facility policy and procedure titled, Hand Hygiene/PPE, undated, revealed in part, .How to practice proper hand washing and hand hygiene .Wet hands with clean warm water .Apply appropriate amount of soap to your hands .Rub hands together vigorously for 20 seconds covering all surfaces of the hands, wrists and fingers, then rinse allowing water to drop from fingertips .When using hand sanitizer .Apply product to palm of one hand .Rub hands together covering all surfaces of hands, wrists, and fingers .Rub until hands are dry .Hand hygiene must be performed before touching a patient, after providing care, after removing gloves and PPE .and anytime you touch a contaminated surface .PPE works as a barrier to help protect you from potentially infectious agents that you may come in contact with while working with residents .

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interviews, and record reviews the facility failed to develop and implement written policies and procedures that prohibit and prevent abuse and neglect for 1 of 1 facility in that:<BR/>The ADM did not follow the ANE policy and procedures by not reporting a serious injury of unknown source to HHSC when: Resident #1 fell, went to the hospital, and received 6 sutures to her forehead. <BR/>This could affect all resident that had a fall and could result in further injuries.<BR/>The Findings were:<BR/>Record review of policy Abuse/Neglect dated 2003 reflected The resident had the right to be free of abuse, neglect misappropriation of resident property and exploitation. E: Reporting, Facility employees must report all allegations of abuse, neglect exploitation mistreatment of residents, misappropriation of resident property or injury of unknown source to the facility administrator. The facility administrator or designee will report the allegation to HHSC. 1. If the allegations involve abuse or result in serious bodily injury, the report is to be made within 2 hours of the allegation. B. if the allegation does not involve abuse or serious bodily injury, the report must be made within 24 hours of the allegation. <BR/>Record Review of Resident #1's admission Record dated 3/18/2025 reflected she was [AGE] years old; she was admitted on [DATE] and she had Hospice services. Record Review of Resident #1 diagnoses reflected dementia (a general term for a decline in mental ability that interferes with daily life, encompassing various conditions affecting memory, thinking, and reasoning.), major depressive disorder (a common and serious mental health condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, loss of interest, and other symptoms that significantly interfere with daily life), Parkinson's disease (a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects the brain's ability to produce and use dopamine), joint pain, and metabolic encephalopathy (a condition where the brain's function is impaired due to a disturbance in the body's metabolism). <BR/>Record Review of Resident #1's significant change MDS dated [DATE] reflected a BIMS score of 00/15 (severely cognitively impaired), she had disorganized thinking evidenced by fluctuating and inattention. Resident #1 had verbal behaviors present 4-6 days, she had no upper/lower extremity impairment, she required substantial max assistance for toileting, upper/lower body dressing, and putting on footwear. Resident #1 was frequently incontinent, had falls, weighed 116 pounds, was on hospice services, and was receiving physical therapy services. <BR/>Record Review of Resident #1's Care Plan reflected she had diagnoses of osteoarthritis, potential/actual impairment to left forehead related to fall, alteration in neurological status related metabolic encephalopathy, Parkinson's disease, delirium or an acute confusion episode related to disorganized thinking, impaired cognitive function/dementia or impaired thought processes, impaired visual function age related to macular degeneration, communication problem related to impaired ability to make self-understood and understand others, depression, potential to demonstrate physical behaviors related to poor impulse control, a risk for falls, and had potential for pain related to chronic debility. <BR/>Record Review of Resident #1's incident report dated 3/15/2025 revealed she had an unwitnessed fall, she was found on the floor and had a laceration to her forehead, staff called 911 and was sent to the hospital. The facility did notify family, hospice, and physician. Record review of incident revealed in notes section, dated 3/15/2025, Resident #1 stated I just fell, she appeared to roll out of bed. <BR/>Record Review of Resident #1's progress note dated 3/15/2025 at 3:30 PM revealed she hit her forehead and was sent out to the hospital, and she came back to the facility the same day, with 6 sutures. <BR/>In an observation and interview on 3/18/25 at 9:35 AM, the Wound Care Nurse performed wound care to Resident #1's forehead in the secured Unit. Observation revealed a bruise to the left eye and 6 stitches on the forehead. Resident #1 was alert and oriented x1 (alert to self). Resident #1 could not answer any direct questions about the injury to her forehead and her eye.<BR/>In an interview on 3/18/25 at 9:40 AM, the DON stated Resident #1 fell this weekend (3/15/2025), it was unwitnessed, and she was sent to the emergency room. The DON stated the unwitnessed fall with injury was not reported to HHSC.<BR/>In an observation on 3/19/2025 at 1:22 PM with Resident #1, she was sitting at the nurses' station with a nurse. Her left eye area was bruised, and the top of her forehead had sutures.<BR/>In an interview on 3/19/2025 at 1:25 PM with RN A in the secure unit, RN A stated Resident #1 fell on Saturday, went to the hospital, and had sutures. RN A stated it was unwitnessed. RN A stated Resident #1 was ambulatory and had a shuffle. RN A stated Resident #1 fell on 3/15/2025 (Sat) and had a laceration to her forehead. On 3/15/2025, she went to the emergency room, and returned to the facility with 6 sutures to her forehead.<BR/>In an interview on 3/19/2025 at 6:00 PM, the ADM and DON stated that Resident #1's fall was not witnessed by staff but could tell she fell forward. The ADM/DON felt it was not abuse/neglect since they knew how she fell. The ADM stated Resident #1 fell forward and no staff was around Resident #1 at the time of the fall. The ADM stated Resident #1 fell on 3/15/2025 but she did not report the unwitnessed fall to HHSC.

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews and record reviews the facility failed to ensure that all alleged violations involving abuse, neglect, exploitation or mistreatment, including injuries of unknown source, are reported immediately, but not later than 2 hours after the allegation is made, if the events that cause the allegation involve abuse or result in serious bodily injury, to the administrator of the facility and to other officials (including to the State Survey Agency) in accordance with State law through established procedures for 1 of 1 facility in that:<BR/>Resident #1 had an unwitnessed fall, went to the emergency room, and received 6 sutures to her forehead. This was not reported by the ADM to HHSC. <BR/>This deficient practice could result in the delay of investigating the residents' circumstances after sustaining a serious injury of unknown source. <BR/>The findings were:<BR/>Record Review of Resident #1's admission Record dated 3/18/2025 reflected she was [AGE] years old, she was admitted on [DATE] and she had Hospice services. Record Review of Resident #1 diagnoses reflected dementia (a general term for a decline in mental ability that interferes with daily life, encompassing various conditions affecting memory, thinking, and reasoning.), major depressive disorder (a common and serious mental health condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, loss of interest, and other symptoms that significantly interfere with daily life), Parkinson's disease (a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects the brain's ability to produce and use dopamine), joint pain, and metabolic encephalopathy (a condition where the brain's function is impaired due to a disturbance in the body's metabolism). <BR/>Record Review of Resident #1's significant change MDS dated [DATE] reflected a BIMS score of 00/15 (severely cognitively impaired), she had disorganized thinking evidenced by fluctuating and inattention. Resident #1 had verbal behaviors present 4-6 days, she had no upper/lower extremity impairment, she required substantial max assistance for toileting, upper/lower body dressing, and putting on footwear. Resident #1 was frequently incontinent, had falls, weighed 116 pounds, was on hospice services, and was receiving physical therapy services. <BR/>Record Review of Resident #1's Care Plan reflected she had diagnoses of osteoarthritis, potential/actual impairment to left forehead related to fall, alteration in neurological status related metabolic encephalopathy, Parkinson's disease, delirium or an acute confusion episode related to disorganized thinking, impaired cognitive function/dementia or impaired thought processes, she had impaired visual function related to macular degeneration, communication problem related to impaired ability to make self-understood and understand others, she had depression, potential to demonstrate physical behaviors related to poor impulse control, a risk for falls, and had potential for pain related to chronic debility. <BR/>Record Review of Resident #1's incident report dated 3/15/2025 revealed she had an unwitnessed fall, she was found on the floor and had a laceration to her forehead, staff called 911 and was sent to the hospital. The facility did notify family, hospice, and physician. <BR/>Record review of incident revealed in notes section, dated 3/15/2025, Resident #1 stated I just fell, she appeared to roll out of bed.<BR/>Record Review of Resident #1's progress note dated 3/15/2025 at 3:30 PM revealed she hit her forehead and was sent out to the hospital, and she came back to the facility the same day, with 6 sutures. <BR/>In an observation and interview on 3/18/25 at 9:35 AM, the Wound Care Nurse performed wound care to Resident #1's forehead in the secured Unit. Observation revealed a bruise to the left eye and 6 stitches on the forehead. Resident #1 was alert and oriented x1(alert to self). Resident #1 could not answer any direct questions about the injury to her forehead and her eye.<BR/>In an interview on 3/18/25 at 9:40 AM, the DON stated Resident #1 fell this weekend (3/15/2025), it was unwitnessed, and she was sent to the emergency room. The DON stated the unwitnessed fall with injury was not reported to HHS.<BR/>In an observation on 3/19/2025 at 1:22 PM with Resident #1, she was sitting at the nurses' station with a nurse. Her left eye area was bruised, and the top of her forehead had sutures.<BR/>In an interview on 3/19/2025 at 1:25 PM with RN A in the secure unit, RN A stated Resident #1 fell on Saturday, went to the hospital and had sutures. RN A stated it was unwitnessed. RN A stated Resident #1 was ambulatory and had a shuffle. RN A stated Resident #1 fell on 3/15/2025 (Sat) and had a laceration to her forehead. On 3/15/2025, she went to the emergency room, and returned to the facility with 6 sutures to her forehead.<BR/>In an interview on 3/19/2025 at 6:00 PM, the ADM and DON stated that Resident #1's fall was not witnessed by staff, but the ADM/DON could tell she fell forward. The ADM/DON felt it was not abuse/neglect since they knew how she fell. The ADM stated Resident #1 fell forward and no staff was around Resident #1 at the time of the fall. The ADM stated Resident #1 fell on 3/15/2025 but did not report the unwitnessed fall to HHSC. <BR/>Record review of policy Abuse/Neglect dated 2003 was documented The resident had the right to be free of abuse, neglect misappropriation of resident property and exploitation. E: Reporting, Facility employees must report all allegations of abuse, neglect exploitation mistreatment of residents, misappropriation of resident property or injury of unknown source to the facility administrator. The facility administrator or designee will report the allegation to HHSC. 1. If the allegations involve abuse or result in serious bodily injury, the report is to be made within 2 hours of the allegation. B. if the allegation does not involve abuse or serious bodily injury, the report must be made within 24 hours of the allegation.

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review the facility must ensure that a resident with pressure ulcers receives necessary treatment and services, consistent with professional standards of practice, to promote healing, prevent infection and prevent new ulcers from developing for 1 of 7 residents (Resident #2) reviewed for pressure sores, in that: <BR/>The facility failed to ensure Resident #2's air mattress was was dialed to the correct weight. <BR/>This failure could affect residents with skin injures and wounds and could place the residents at risk for worsening of pressure ulcers. <BR/>The findings were:<BR/>Record Review of Resident #2's admission Record dated 3/17/2025 reflected she was admitted on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE]. Resident #2's diagnoses included dementia (a general term for a decline in mental ability that interferes with daily life, encompassing various conditions affecting memory, thinking, and reasoning), repeated falls, pressure ulcer of sacral region (is at the bottom of the spine and lies between the fifth segment of the lumbar spine (L5) and the coccyx (tailbone).)stage 4, and seizure (sudden, temporary disruptions in brain electrical activity that can cause changes in behavior, movement, sensation, and awareness.)<BR/>Record Review of Resident #2's consolidated orders for March 2025 reflected cleanse sacral stage 4 pressure ulcer with normal saline, pat dry, apply medihoney to wound bed, cover with calcium alginate, and cover with foam dressing every day or as needed if soiled, one time a day for Wound care and may have pressure air mattress every shift. <BR/>Record Review of Resident #2's March 2025 MAR reflected may have pressure air mattress every shift was administered as ordered. <BR/>Record Review of Resident #2's Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] reflected her BIMS score was 15/15 (cognitively intact), she had impairments to both lower extremities, she required substantial/maximal assistance with bathing, upper/lower body dressing, and with footwear. Resident #2 had a pressure ulcer of the sacral regions, stage 4, and osteoporosis (a condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and prone to fractures) with fracture.<BR/>Record Review of Resident #2's Care Plan dated 1/6/2025 reflected Resident #2 had a stage 4 pressure ulcer to her Sacrum, and interventions included the resident required the use of an air mattress. <BR/>Record review of Resident #2's chart revealed her weight was 114 pounds.<BR/>In an observation on 3/18/2025 at 3:49 PM in Resident #2's room, the air mattress was set to over 310 pounds.<BR/>In an observation on 3/18/2025 at 3:51 PM, the DON revealed Resident #2's air mattress was set to over 310 pounds. <BR/>In an interview on 3/18/2025 at 3:50 PM, Resident #2 stated she was not comfortable on the air mattress. <BR/>In an interview on 3/18/2025 at 3:52 PM, the DON stated Resident #2 weighed 114 pounds and she will adjust the air mattress dial to her weight. <BR/>In an interview on 3/19/2025 at 2:33 PM, MDS LVN B stated Resident #2 had an air mattress for a pressure ulcer and the nurses could adjust the weight according to the resident's weight. <BR/>In an interview on 3/19/2025 at 3:38 PM, the DON stated the air mattresses should be dialed at the resident's weight. The DON stated the nurses could adjust the dial on resident air mattresses and she was not aware that it was set over 310 lbs. The DON stated she had no policy. <BR/>

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to maintain medical records, in accordance with accepted professional standards and practices, that are complete; and accurately documented for 1 of 8 residents (Resident #31) reviewed for medical records: <BR/>The facility failed to ensure staff obtained a written order for Resident #31's use of a left arm sling.<BR/>This failure could result in residents not having an accurate overall view of their care and services.<BR/>The findings included:<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's face sheet dated 1/29/25 revealed a [AGE] year-old female admitted to the facility on [DATE] and re-admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses that included ataxia following cerebrovascular disease (a neurological condition characterized by a lack of muscle coordination, including difficulty with fine motor tasks and unsteady walking).<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's most recent annual MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident was severely cognitively impaired for daily decision-making skills and had a functional limitation in range of motion to both upper and lower extremities.<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's Order Summary Report dated 1/29/25 revealed there was no written order for the use of a left arm sling.<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's Nursing Progress Note dated 1/8/25 revealed the following:<BR/>-Seen by RN from hospice with new order to keep sling on left arm until 1/14/25, then hospice to re-assess. Continue prn pain medication for comfort. RP at facility and informed. Order noted and carried out.<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's MAR dated 1/29/25 revealed the following:<BR/>Resident to wear Left Arm Sling until 1/14/25, hospice to reassess related to left clavicle fracture every shift for left arm sling until 1/14/25.<BR/>Further review of Resident #31's MAR revealed the order had a stop date of 1/14/25 and nursing staff documenting the left arm sling was being utilized on 1/14/25.<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's comprehensive care plan dated 12/26/24 revealed the resident had an alteration in musculoskeletal status related to fracture of the clavicle. Interventions included to encourage/supervise/assist the resident with the use of supportive devices, sling, as recommended.<BR/>Observations on 1/29/25 at 8:11 a.m., 1/30/25 at 6:56 a.m., and 1/30/25 at 1:27 p.m. revealed Resident #31 in bed wearing a black arm sling on the left arm.<BR/>During an observation and interview on 1/29/25 at 8:22 a.m., CNA A stated, Resident #31 wore the black arm sling on the left arm due to contractures and wore the sling all the time except during showers. CNA A stated the resident's hospice nurse took care of the sling.<BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 1:47 p.m., LVN D revealed Resident #31 used the arm sling to the left arm related to a clavicle fracture. LVN D revealed Resident #31 had a repeat x-ray ordered by hospice and determined the resident should continue to use the left arm sling. LVN D confirmed Resident #31's Order Summary was not updated to reflect the resident needed to continue using the left arm sling per hospice recommendation. LVN D stated the communication to keep the arm sling in place should have been reflected in a physician's order. LVN D stated the order was necessary and would determine how long the arm sling needed to be in place. LVN D stated nursing staff referred to the physician's orders and communication nursing notes to determine resident care and services.<BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 2:25 p.m., the DON revealed Resident #31 did not have a physician's order to continue the use of the left arm sling and further stated it was necessary as a means of instruction and monitoring it's use including if any skin issues should develop. <BR/>Record review of the facility policy and procedure titled Physician's Orders, dated 2015 revealed in part, .Purpose: To monitor and ensure the accuracy and completeness of the medication orders, treatment orders, and ADL order for each resident .

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to establish and maintain an infection control program designed to provide a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment and to help prevent the development of communicable diseases and infections for 2 or 4 residents (Residents #31 & #33) reviewed for infection control.<BR/>1. The facility failed to identify and implement interventions for Resident #33 on Enhanced Barrier Precaution who had a colostomy.<BR/>2. The facility failed to ensure CNA A and CNA B used appropriate infection control principles including during catheter care, incontinent/peri care, and hand hygiene/glove changes for Resident #31.<BR/>These deficient practices could affect residents who were on EBP and required assistance with incontinent/peri care and could place residents at risk for cross contamination and infections.<BR/>The findings included:<BR/>1. Review of Resident #33's electronic face sheet dated 1/31/2025 revealed she was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of colostomy status (surgery to create an opening in the abdomen), dementia (condition that causes a person to lose the ability to think, remember and reason), and orthostatic hypertension (a sudden drop in blood pressure). <BR/>Review of Resident #33's quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #33 scored a 3/15 on her BIMS which indicated she severe cognitive impairment. <BR/>Review of Resident #33's comprehensive person-centered care plan revised date 1/21/2025 revealed The resident has a Colostomy.<BR/>Observation on 1/28/2025 revealed no EBP signage on or around the resident's room.<BR/>Staff interview on 1/28/2025 at 10:15 am with LVN F, she stated there was no signage of EBP on or around the Resident #33's room and that the resident did have a colostomy bag. She stated EBP signage should have been posted to identify vulnerable residents and to prevent infections for those residents. <BR/>Staff interview on 1/31/2025 at 11:00 am with the DON, stated that those residents' rooms should have EBP signage. She stated the potential for harm could be an infection. <BR/>Record review of internal facility document, undated, titled, Enhanced Barrier Precautions, showed EBP are indicated for residents with any of the following: Wounds and/or indwelling medical devices even if the resident is not known to be infected or colonized with an MDRO. This document did not address the facility system for informing staff of which residents were on enhanced barrier precautions.<BR/> 2. Record review of Resident #31's face sheet dated 1/29/25 revealed a [AGE] year-old female admitted to the facility on [DATE] and re-admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses that included dementia (a decline in cognitive abilities severe enough to interfere with daily life), diabetes (chronic condition when the body cannot produce enough insulin or effectively use the insulin the body produces leading to elevated blood sugar levels) with complications and hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction (swelling of the kidney due to a blockage caused by kidney stones in the urinary tract). <BR/>Record review of Resident #31's most recent annual MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident was severely cognitively impaired for daily decision-making skills, utilized an indwelling urinary catheter, and was always incontinent of bowel.<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's Order Summary Report dated 1/29/25 revealed the following:<BR/>- Provide catheter care every shift, with order date 7/20/23 and no stop date<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's comprehensive care plan with revision date 12/27/23 revealed the resident had an indwelling urinary catheter related to obstructive uropathy and had bowel incontinence. Interventions included to apply barrier cream and provide peri care after each incontinent episode.<BR/>Observation on 1/30/25 at 9:02 a.m. revealed CNA A and CNA B each put on a gown and gloves to prepare to provide Resident #31 with catheter and incontinent/peri care. CNA B took Resident #31's bed remote and raised the bed. CNA A removed Resident #31's sheet and placed a clean sheet over the resident's bottom torso, and then removed a pillow that was used to offload the resident's lower extremities. CNA A and CNA B then pulled up the resident's gown to expose her vaginal and peri area. Resident #31 was observed with stool and remnants of a thick white substance on the crease of the thighs and buttocks, and stool was observed in the vaginal area around the urinary indwelling catheter and on the buttock area. CNA A then, without changing her gloves, took clean disposable wipes and began catheter care and incontinent/peri care. CNA A continued with catheter care and incontinent/peri care and after using several disposable wipes to clean the area of stool, took a clean washcloth and placed it in a gray bin filled with water. CNA A then used both soiled gloved hands, retrieved the washcloth from the gray bin and wrung the washcloth over the gray bin. CNA A continued using the same soiled gloves and continued with incontinent/peri care and retrieved several washcloths following the same process of putting her gloved hands in the gray bin with water, retrieving the washcloth, and wringing the washcloth of water over the bin. CNA A and CNA B then took the drawer sheet Resident #31 was laying on and with the same soiled gloves, assisted the resident onto her left side. While CNA B ensured Resident #31 was positioned to her left, CNA A continued to use the same soiled gloves and resumed cleaning the resident's anal and buttock area of stool. CNA A, using the same soiled gloves, then took a clean disposable pad and placed it on the resident's bed. CNA A then took a clean washcloth and placed it in the gray bin filled with water. CNA A then used both soiled gloved hands, retrieved the washcloth from the gray bin and wrung the washcloth over the gray bin. CNA A continued using the same soiled gloves and continued with incontinent/peri care and retrieved several washcloths following the same process of putting her gloved hands in the gray bin with water, retrieving the washcloth, and wringing the washcloth of water over the bin. CNA A, having completed cleaning the resident's right buttock area, moved to the other side of the bed and instructed CNA B to leave the bedside to retrieve more disposable wipes. CNA B removed her gown and gloves, did not sanitize her hands, and left the resident's room. CNA A, removed her gloves, did not wash or sanitize her hands and took the clean sheet on the resident's bed and covered the resident. CNA B then returned to the bedside, took a pair of gloves and a gown that were stored on the resident's door and put on a new pair of gloves without washing or sanitizing her hands. CNA B returned to the left side of the bed, and CNA A opened Resident #31's bedroom door, took a pair of gloves that were stored on the door and put on the new pair of gloves without washing or sanitizing her hands. CNA A returned to the bedside and continued with incontinent/peri care. CNA A and CNA B then assisted Resident #31 onto her right side and CNA B then continued to clean the resident's left buttock of stool while CNA A continued to assist the resident onto the right side until care was completed. CNA A stayed with the resident, and CNA B left the bedside, removed her gloves and gown, and summoned the Treatment Nurse.<BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 9:41 a.m., CNA A stated, I feel like I skipped a couple of steps as far as rinsing and drying off the area (to Resident #31). CNA A revealed she had washed her hands prior to care, and stated, I washed me hands in the sink, then I washed the resident's bin that is used for a bed bath and then filled with water and placed on the bedside table. CNA A stated she should have changed her gloves after cleaning the stool, but insisted her gloves never got stool on them. CNA A revealed she had been moving from a dirty area to a clean area and should not have done that because it could spread infection. CNA A stated, we didn't have any sanitizer in there, I ain't gonna lie, we should have had sanitizer. You need to sanitize before putting on gloves and after you take them off to prevent infection. So, if I go to another resident then I run the risk of spreading something to the next person. CNA A revealed she should not have placed her gloves in the bin with water while she had wrung the washcloths because she dirtied the water and that was a break in infection control.<BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 10:00 a.m., CNA B stated she had sanitized her hands with the wall mounted hand sanitizer outside of Resident #31's room. CNA B revealed she had not sanitized or washed her hands between glove changes and realized she had moved from a dirty area to a clean area when providing care. CNA B stated it was considered cross contamination and could result in the resident getting sick. CNA B further stated, we didn't have sanitizer, maybe there was some in the resident's nightstand drawer but since it wasn't visible, I guess it was out of site out of mind.<BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 2:28 p.m., the DON revealed cross contamination and a break in infection control occurred when CNA A and CNA B moved from a dirty area to a clean area, and when they did not wash or sanitize their hands between glove changes which could result in the resident developing an infection. <BR/>Record review of the facility policy and procedure titled, Hand Hygiene/PPE, undated, revealed in part, .How to practice proper hand washing and hand hygiene .Wet hands with clean warm water .Apply appropriate amount of soap to your hands .Rub hands together vigorously for 20 seconds covering all surfaces of the hands, wrists and fingers, then rinse allowing water to drop from fingertips .When using hand sanitizer .Apply product to palm of one hand .Rub hands together covering all surfaces of hands, wrists, and fingers .Rub until hands are dry .Hand hygiene must be performed before touching a patient, after providing care, after removing gloves and PPE .and anytime you touch a contaminated surface .PPE works as a barrier to help protect you from potentially infectious agents that you may come in contact with while working with residents .

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews, and record reviews the facility failed to be adequately equipped to allow residents to call for staff assistance through a communication system which relayed the call directly to a staff member or to a centralized staff work area from each resident's bedside, toilet, and bathing facilities, for 1 of 2 residents (Resident #41) reviewed for call light accessibility and functionality.<BR/>On 01/28/25 at 10:05 am, Resident #41 was observed to have utilized his call light which did not illuminate the nurse call light directly outside and above his room door.<BR/>This failure could place residents at risk for harm by not receiving care and attention when their nurse call light system malfunctioned and/or was out of reach.<BR/>The findings included:<BR/>Record review of Resident #41's admission Record dated 01/30/25 documented an [AGE] year-old male admitted to the facility 04/15/24. His diagnoses included unspecified dementia (impaired ability to remember, think, or make decisions that interferes with doing everyday activities); atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris (a condition where the arteries that supply blood to the heart called coronary arteries, become narrowed and hardened due to the buildup of plaque but the patient does not experience chest pain or other typical symptoms of angina, a type of chest pain); and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (diseases that cause airflow blockage and breathing-related problems).<BR/>Record review of Resident #41's Care Plan with date initiated 04/15/24, documented he was at risk for falls due to debility and weakness. One of the interventions was to be sure resident's call light is within reach and encourage the resident to use it for assistance as needed.<BR/>During an observation and interview with Resident #41 on 01/28/25 at 10:05 am, the resident was observed to be in his room and was holding his call light. When asked how long it took staff to answer the call light, Resident #41 stated It takes a long time - like 2 hours. The call light was observed lit up at the call light pull station on the wall, but the light was not on outside his door. <BR/>During an interview with CNA D on 01/28/25 at 10:15 am, CNA D was asked if the call light was sounding at the nurse's station, and he verified it was not working. CNA D then immediately reported to ADON C that the light was not working . <BR/>During an interview with ADON C on 01/28/25 at 10:17 am, she verified that she had checked the light and it was not working. ADON C stated she would call maintenance to come and fix it. <BR/>During an interview on 01/31/25 at 9:38 am with the Maintenance Director, he reported that he had fixed the call light for Resident #41. The Maintenance Director stated when someone pulls the call light without resetting it, you ground the system. He also stated the Administrator had conducted an in-service with staff to show them how to reset the call light. He stated that the Maintenance Assistant checked the call lights daily .<BR/>During an interview with the Administrator on 01/31/25 at 10:52 am, Administrator stated the call light in Resident #41's room was not reset and did not light up but will give an audible. The Administrator stated they spoke with everyone one on one and had them do a repeat demonstration to reset the call light. The Administrator also stated the Assistant Maintenance Director checked the call lights daily on his walking rounds. <BR/>Record review of Maintenance Policy, undated, titled Preventive Maintenance/Work Order Request:<BR/>1. The facility will repair/replace damaged/broken equipment or building amenities as needed.<BR/>2. The facility will educate all staff members on the procedures for requesting repairs or damages to the building or equipment.

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident who was incontinent of bladder and bowel received appropriate treatment and services to prevent urinary tract infections for 1 of 2 residents (Resident #31) reviewed for incontinent care: <BR/>The facility failed to ensure CNA A and CNA B properly cleaned Resident #31's vaginal and buttock area after an incontinent episode. <BR/>This deficient practice could place residents at-risk for infection and skin break down due to improper care practices. <BR/>The findings included:<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's face sheet dated 1/29/25 revealed a [AGE] year-old female admitted to the facility on [DATE] and re-admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses that included dementia (a decline in cognitive abilities severe enough to interfere with daily life), diabetes (chronic condition when the body cannot produce enough insulin or effectively use the insulin the body produces leading to elevated blood sugar levels) with complications and hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction (swelling of the kidney due to a blockage caused by kidney stones in the urinary tract). <BR/>Record review of Resident #31's most recent annual MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident was severely cognitively impaired for daily decision-making skills, utilized an indwelling urinary catheter, and was always incontinent of bowel.<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's Order Summary Report dated 1/29/25 revealed the following:<BR/>- Apply TRIAD paste mixed with Nystatin powder to affected areas of diaper dermatitis: sacrum, buttocks, groin one time a day for Diaper Dermatitis with order date 1/21/25 and no stop date<BR/>- May apply barrier cream as needed every shift with order date 7/20/23 and no stop date<BR/>- Provide catheter care every shift, with order date 7/20/23 and no stop date<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's comprehensive care plan with revision date 12/27/23 revealed the resident had an indwelling urinary catheter related to obstructive uropathy and had bowel incontinence. Interventions included to apply barrier cream and provide peri care after each incontinent episode.<BR/>Observation on 1/30/25 at 9:02 a.m. revealed Resident #31 was observed with stool and remnants of a thick white substance on the crease of the thighs and buttocks, and stool was observed in the vaginal area around the urinary indwelling catheter and on the buttock area. CNA A took several disposable wipes to clean the vaginal area, and then placed the used disposable wipe with stool on it and tucked it between the resident's thighs. CNA A continued with care and wiped the resident's crotch area, vaginal area and between the inner thighs with disposable wipes and a wet washcloth and used a back-and-forth motion and circular motion, instead of wiping from front to back and tossing the wipe. Further observation revealed CNA A and CNA B used the same back-and-forth motion and circular motion when cleaning Resident #31's buttock area with disposable wipes or with a wet washcloth instead of wiping from front to back and tossing the wipe and the washcloth after each pass. <BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 9:41 a.m., CNA A stated she realized when providing Resident #31 with incontinent care she had been wiping from back to front instead of from front to back, and in a back-and-forth motion and circular motion instead of wiping once and then tossing the disposable wipe and the washcloth. CNA A stated she should not have been wiping from back to front and should not have used a back-and-forth motion or circular motion because it was a risk for spreading infection. CNA A stated she had only worked for the facility for approximately 2 or 3 months but had worked as a CNA for over 30 years. CNA A stated she had not received any competency training while employed at the facility.<BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 10:00 a.m., CNA B stated, I think that wiping in a circular [motion] trying to get the cream off, because there was so much, was not proper because it could irritate the resident's skin. <BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 2:28 p.m. the DON revealed it was her expectation, when providing incontinent/peri care, the staff should be wiping an area from front to back and then tossing the disposable wipe or wash cloth after each pass. The DON further stated, placing a soiled wipe between the resident's thighs, and wiping in the wrong direction was considered cross contamination and could result in the resident developing an infection. The DON revealed she was newly employed by the facility and was not sure if CNA A and CNA B had completed any competency training for incontinent/peri care. The DON stated, she and the ADON's would be responsible for providing competency training.<BR/>Record review of the facility policy and procedure titled, Perineal Care Female (With or without catheter), revision date 12/8/2009 revealed in part, .Purpose: To clean the female perineum without contaminating the urethral area with germs from the rectal area .Beginning Steps .Gather needed supplies .Washcloths or Pre-moistened cleansing wipes .DO NOT WIPE MORE THAN ONCE WITH THE SAME SURFACE OF THE TISSUE OR WIPES .Gently wash perineal area, wiping from clean urethral area toward dirty rectal area to avoid contaminating urethral area with germs from the rectum .Continue to wash the rest of the perineal area, wiping from front to back, alternating from side to side and moving outward to the thighs. Change the washcloth or pre-moistened cleansing wipe surface or use a new wash cloth or pre-moistened cleansing wipe with each wipe .

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews and record review, the facility failed to ensure the resident had the right to be informed of the risks, and participate in, his or her treatment which included the right to be informed in advance, by the physician or other practitioner or professional, of the risks and benefits of proposed care, of treatment and treatment alternatives, or treatment options and to choose the alternative or options he or she preferred, for 1 (Resident #1) of 5 reviewed for resident rights. <BR/>1. The facility failed to obtain a signed consent for antipsychotic medication, Escitalopram Oxalate (Lexapro) which was administered to Resident #1. <BR/>2. The facility failed to provide Resident #1's Responsible Party with the benefits, risks, and options available after a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner's recommendation of an increase in Escitalopram Oxalate (Lexapro) on 03/01/2024.<BR/>These failures could place residents at risk of receiving medications without their, or that of their responsible party's prior knowledge or consent and could place the residents at an increased risk for adverse reactions to the medications. <BR/>Findings included:<BR/>Record review of Resident #1's admission Record, dated 05/09/2024, indicated Resident #1 was an [AGE] year-old male admitted to the facility initially on 01/28/2020 and currently on 03/08/2024 with diagnoses which included: dementia (a general term for impaired ability to remember, think, or make decisions), insomnia (trouble falling and/or staying asleep), and major depressive disorder (a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest). <BR/>Record review of Resident #1's MDS assessment, dated 03/08/2024, indicated Resident #1 was usually understood. The MDS indicated Resident #1 had a BIMS score of 06 which indicated he had severe cognitive impairment. The MDS indicated Resident #1 had verbal behavioral symptoms directed toward others, rejection of care, and wandering every one to three days. <BR/>Record review of Resident #1's Care Plan, accessed 05/09/2024, indicated Resident #1 had a problem, with initiated date of 02/24/2020 and revision on 05/08/2023, of required antidepressant medication related to major depressive disorder with intervention Educate the resident/family/caregivers about risks, benefits, and side effects and/or toxic symptoms of (Specify: anti-depressant drugs being given, initiated 02/24/2020 and revision on 05/08/2023. <BR/>Record review of Resident #1's Psychotropic Medication Consent, dated 02/02/2023 with date of order as 02/01/2023, indicated Resident #1 provided in-person/written consent for Lexapro use in prolonged treatment for improved functioning. Section for resident signature and date revealed to be unsigned or dated. <BR/>Record review of Resident #1's Order Recap Report, accessed 05/13/2024 revealed a discontinued order for Escitalopram Oxalate (Lexapro) 5 mg 1 tablet by mouth one time a day with a start date of 09/02/2023 and end date of 03/01/2024. The reason for discontinuation of the order was noted as medication dosage adjustment. A second discontinued order for Escitalopram Oxalate (Lexapro) 10 mg 1 tablet by mouth one time a day with start date of 03/01/2024 and end date of 05/09/2024. The reason for discontinuation of the order was noted as GDR per family request. An active order for Escitalopram Oxalate (Lexapro) 5 mg 1 tablet by mouth one time a day with order date of 05/09/2024 and start date of 05/10/2024. <BR/>Record review of Resident #1's Medication Administration Record, dated 03/01/2024 - 03/31/2024, revealed Escitalopram Oxalate (Lexapro) 5 mg 1 tablet by mouth 1 time a day was discontinued on 03/01/2024 with last dose administered 03/01/2024. Escitalopram Oxalate (Lexapro) 10 mg 1 tablet by mouth 1 time a day was noted as administered 03/01/2024 - 03/02/2024 and 03/09/2024 - 03/31/2024. The record noted Resident #1 was away from the facility, hospitalized , and see nurse notes for dates 03/03/2024 - 03/08/2024. <BR/>Record review of Resident #1's Medication Administration Record, dated 04/01/2024 - 04/30/2024, revealed Escitalopram Oxalate (Lexapro) 10 mg 1 tablet by mouth 1 time a day was noted as administered 04/01/2024 - 04/30/2024.<BR/>Record review of Resident #1's Medication Administration Record, accessed 05/09/2024 and dated 05/01/2024 - 05/31/2024, revealed Escitalopram Oxalate (Lexapro) 10 mg 1 tablet by mouth 1 time a day was discontinued on 05/09/2024 with the last dose administered on 05/08/2024. Escitalopram Oxalate (Lexapro) 5 mg 1 tablet by mouth 1 time a day was noted as ordered and scheduled for administration on the administration record but record codes indicated it had not been administered on or prior to 05/09/2024. <BR/>Record review of Resident #1's Nursing Progress Note dated 03/01/2024 at 12:31 p.m. revealed ADON A documented The order you have entered Escitalopram Oxalate Oral Tablet 10 MG (Escitalopram Oxalate) Give 1 tablet by mouth one time a day related to MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER, RECURRENT, UNSPECIFIED . <BR/>Record review of Nursing Progress Notes dated 02/28/2024- 03/02/2024 revealed no notes of resident or resident representative contacted regarding change in medication therapy. <BR/>Record review of Psychiatric Services Progress Note signed 03/28/2024 by NP I revealed reason for visit Patient was seen today for follow up and management for their insomnia, mood disorder, and Dementia. This includes the management of psychotropic medications, side effects, to monitor the effect of medication, and need for dosage adjustment. Documentation included under Plan for Mood disorder due to a general medical condition (disorder), Ongoing- continue Depakote and Escitalopram. Recently titrated Escitalopram, will allow more time to be effective .Benefits of continuing antidepressant therapy include decreased depression, increased socialization, decreased emotional lability, increased social interactions, which outweigh the risks of serotonin syndrome .Goal is to control patient's symptoms at lowest effective dose. Documentation included under Informed Consent, The assessment is prepared in consultation with staff, physicians, interview with the patient/resident and/or family, and review of the medical records. Informed consent and limits of confidentiality were explained to the patient. In addition, the risk and benefit of psychotropic medications were discussed.<BR/>Record review of Nursing Progress Note dated 04/26/2024 at 10:25 a.m. revealed LVN B documented RP [family member, RP C] is here and stated he reviewed meds and does not want Lexapro 10mg, that he only wants Lexapro 5mg, due to resident appears sleepy, [family member, RP C] stated 'I think that medication is making him sleepy when they give it to him, I see him being more sleepy' .I attempted to do teaching regarding med dose and effectiveness and at times med dose may need to be increased, however RP did not want to discuss the issue any further, this nurse informed [ADON A].<BR/>Record review of Nurse Practitioner Progress Note dated 04/26/2024 at 12:18 p.m. revealed NP D documented [RP C], [family member] is concerned as pt seems more somnolent than prior. I checked his meds, there has been an increase dose of Lexapro from 5mg to 10mg 3/1/24.<BR/>Record review of Nursing Progress Note dated 04/27/2024 at 02:13 p.m. revealed LVN E documented Resident's [family member, RP C] here asking about a medication that he did not approve of and wants it changed. Called the R.P., [RP F] and updated via Voice mail. No Answer. <BR/>Record review of Resident #1's Nursing Progress Note dated 05/09/2024 at 09:42 a.m. revealed ADON G documented The order you have entered Escitalopram Oxalate Oral Tablet 5 MG Give 1 tablet by mouth one time a day for Depression related to MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER, RECURRENT, UNSPECIFIED . <BR/>During an interview on 05/09/2024 at 08:25 a.m., RP C revealed when he would visit Resident #1 and when Resident #1 was not drugged up, Resident #1 was alert and able to make decisions. RP C revealed he was able to visit Resident #1 quarterly for around 10 days and he would usually ask to review Resident #1's medical documentation when visiting the facility. RP C revealed RP H was able to visit Resident #1 more often. RP C revealed he did not know when Lexapro was added to Resident #1's medication list and that the facility did not inform him or RP F. RP C revealed he and RP F had financial power of attorney for Resident #1 and RP F also had medical power of attorney for Resident #1. <BR/>During an interview on 05/09/2024 at 03:34 p.m., RP H revealed he was able to visit Resident #1 at least one time a week and sometimes two times a week. RP H revealed Resident #1 had good and bad days and that Resident #1 had experienced a bad week last week. RP H stated he thought that they had increased or started a new medication for Resident #1, and it made him sleep more. RP H stated he felt that the facility should have asked RP C before they made the medication change. RP H stated he knew RP C was unhappy with the facility increasing Resident #1's medication without notifying him. <BR/>During an interview on 05/10/2024 at 09:09 a.m., RP F revealed the facility had not reached out to him about a change in Resident#1's Lexapro dosage. RP F revealed he felt Resident #1 was capable of being his own representative and was capable of signing consents. <BR/>During an interview on 05/13/2024 at 01:44 p.m., ADON A revealed that the facility would get a consent for new orders but not for an increase for an existing medication. ADON A revealed that if an order was for a new medication, the facility would inform the resident or resident representative, but she would have to check on policy for informing for increased dosages in current medications. ADON A revealed that she felt Resident #1 was not competent enough to discuss medication changes because he didn't even understand that he was in a memory care facility and if you told him, he would not remember in 5 - 10 minutes. ADON A revealed the process for obtaining a medication consent would be when new orders were received, the facility nurses would call the family and get consent. The consent would be put into the EMR and saved in documents. ADON A revealed resident medications and dosages should be reviewed to ensure that the medications were at a therapeutic level, there were no adverse reactions, and that the medications were being prescribed for an appropriate diagnosis. ADON A revealed notifications of dosage changes would be important if it was a radical change which may result in a chemical restraint. ADON A revealed she had noticed Resident #1's dementia had progressed since his admission to the facility but stated he had not had any adverse medication reactions or significant changes in function or mood. <BR/>During an interview on 05/13/2024 at 03:07 p.m., NP I revealed Resident #1's Lexapro was increased to 10 mg due to Resident #1 having had increased irritability and other alternatives had been tried. NP I revealed that after the facility staff reported RP C's concerns that the increase dosage caused Resident #1 to be sleepy during the day, she contacted RP F, who was the first RP and had medical power of attorney. NP I stated that Lexapro does not usually cause sleepiness and that Resident #1 had been on Lexapro for a while and it worked really well with his irritability. NP I revealed Resident #1 was not on any medications that should cause sedation. NP I revealed the facility would normally be responsible to notify the resident's family of a change or new medication, but stated she would also contact the family if there was a concern with the medication. NP I revealed she would call and talk to family members when the medication therapy was more complex but stated that for Resident #1, this was a medication he was already receiving. NP I revealed the facility was responsible for the medication consents but she would be responsible to complete the 3713 Form for any antipsychotic mediations. <BR/>During an interview on 05/13/2024 at 03:47 p.m. the DON stated that since she started at the facility in January 2024, the facility had been using an audit tool to monitor and track that gradual dose reductions were being completed and that the audit tool included if there was a consent and the type (such as verbal) of consent on record. The DON revealed she had made binders for each wing of the facility which included a list of which medications required consents, if the medication required a 3713 Form, and if the signature was noted as verbal. The DON revealed she could only state that she would not consider Resident #1 capable of making decisions regarding his medications or treatments now but did not know him prior to her starting at the facility in January 2024. The DON revealed that if there was a change in dosage of a medication, she did not believe the facility would have to notify the resident representative(s). The DON stated she believed this was because if it was the same medication the resident was on, the resident representative(s) would have already known the resident was on that medication. The DON stated that families could tell the facility if they wanted to be notified of dosage changes. The DON stated that Resident #1 had started to get agitated more frequently and had started to refuse care, which staff was able to address through redirection. The DON stated that through review of Resident #1's notes, the record seemed to indicate that Resident #1's behaviors had started to increase again. The DON stated that it was important to notify resident representatives about treatment changes because families might know about some aspect of the residents' medication history such as prior medication or behavioral reaction. The DON stated that that she wasn't sure if a change in dosage needed a notification, but she guessed that if you were going to change anything in general, it was better to just inform the resident representative and document that you contacted them. The DON revealed families may also have access to the facility's system, which she believed would allow them to view the resident's medications. <BR/>During an interview on 05/13/2024 at 04:18 p.m., NP D revealed the increase in Lexapro was ordered by NP I, Resident #1's psychiatric nurse practitioner. NP D revealed she believed NP I was supposed to notify the family of any changes in dosages but was not sure if that was the rule. NP D revealed when she had seen Resident #1 more recently, he had been more somnolent (sleepy or drowsy). She stated that may have been due to the time of day because the next time she saw him was after lunch and he was alert. <BR/>Record review of the facility's policy titled Psychotropic Drugs with a revised date of 10/25/2017 revealed A psychotropic consent explains the risks and benefits of psychotropic medication. The resident or their representative must provide consent prior to administration of a newly ordered psychotropic medication. Any resident admitted or readmitted to the facility with an order for a psychotropic medication; consent must be obtained within 7 days. If needed, consent can be obtained by telephone from the resident's representative for Antidepressants . Consent for antipsychotics must be in written form. Phone or verbal consent is not allowed.<BR/>Record review of the facility provided document from Social Services Manual 2023, noted as revised 11/28/2016, and titled Resident Rights revealed under Planning and implementing care, 4. The right to be informed in advance, by the physician or other practitioner or professional, of the risks and benefits of proposed care, of treatment alternatives or treatment options and to choose the alternative or option he or she prefers. and under Information and communication., 10. Notification of changes. A facility must immediately inform the resident; consult with the resident's physician; and notify, consistent with his or her authority, the resident representative(s).

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews and record reviews the facility failed to develop and implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan for each resident, consistent with the resident rights that includes measurable objectives and timeframes to meet a resident's medical, nursing, and mental and psychosocial needs that are identified in the comprehensive assessment and describes the services that are to be furnished to attain or maintain the resident's highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being for 1 of 7 (Resident #2) residents in that:<BR/>Resident #2's fall mat was not on the ground near her bed as specified in her care plan. Resident #2 had a fall and had behaviors and required a fall mat to prevent injury. <BR/>This deficient practice could place residents at risk for not receiving proper care and services due to incomplete care plans.<BR/>The Findings were:<BR/>Record Review of Resident #2's admission Record dated 3/17/2025 reflected she was admitted on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE]. Resident #2's diagnoses included dementia (a general term for a decline in mental ability that interferes with daily life, encompassing various conditions affecting memory, thinking, and reasoning), repeated falls, pressure ulcer of sacral region stage 4, and seizure (sudden, temporary disruptions in brain electrical activity that can cause changes in behavior, movement, sensation, and awareness.) <BR/>Record Review of Resident #2's Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] reflected her BIMS score was 15/15 (cognitively intact), she had impairments to both lower extremities, she required substantial/maximal assistance with bathing, upper/lower body dressing, and with footwear. Resident #2 had repeated falls, and osteoporosis (a condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and prone to fractures, often developing silently until a fracture occurs.) with fracture. Section in Behaviors was listed, Resident #2 had a rejection behavior exhibited 1 to 3 days .<BR/>Record Review of Resident #2's Care Plan dated 1/6/2025 reflected Resident #2 had physical behaviors such as pounding on the bed with fists repeatedly, and it may be possible that she intentionally places self on the fall mats. Resident #2 had an actual fall in August 2024 and interventions were fall mats.<BR/>Record review of the visitor log, showed a signature for Resident #2's family dated 3/19/2025.<BR/>In an observation on 3/18/2025 at 3:48 PM with Resident #2, she was lying in bed with covers on her. Resident #2's right-side fall mat was vertical against a chair . <BR/>In an interview on 3/19/2025 at 3:28 PM, the DON stated Resident #2 had a visitor and they must have moved the mat out of the way and forgot to put it back. <BR/>In an interview on 3/20/2025 at 5:41 PM, Resident #2 stated she could not remember if she had visitors/family this week. Resident #2 stated a staff person put the mat on the side, vertical, but was not sure of the staff's name. <BR/>In an interview on 3/21/2025 at 1:11 PM, Resident #2's family stated she did visit on Wednesday (3/19/2025) and she did move the mat,so she could move the chair closer to Resident #2. Resident #2's family stated she put the mat back before she left for the day. <BR/>In an interview on 3/21/2025 at 11:27 AM, the SW stated Resident #2 was interviewable and alert and oriented most of the time. <BR/>In an interview on 3/21/2025 at 3:16 PM, the DON stated the fall mats did not have to have orders but was in the care plan for behaviors. <BR/>In an interview on 3/19/2025 at 2:33 PM with the MDS LVN B stated Resident #2's fall mats were for behaviors, throwing herself to floor.<BR/>Record review of policy titled comprehensive Care Planning, with no date, reflected The facility will develop and implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan for each resident, consistent with the residents' rights that includes measurable objectives and timeframes to meet a resident's medical, nursing and mental psychosocial needs that are identified in the comprehensive assessment. Each resident will have a person-centered comprehensive care plan developed and implement to meet his other preferences and goals, and address the resident's medical, physical and mental and psychosocial needs.

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide treatment and care in accordance with the comprehensive person-centered care plan and in accordance with professional standards of practice for 1 of 2 Residents (Resident #69) reviewed for quality of care.<BR/>The facility failed to obtain medical information needed to monitor the parameters of the cardiac pacemaker for Resident #69.<BR/>This failure could place residents with cardiac pacemakers at risk for not having care and services provided to meet their needs. <BR/>The findings included:<BR/>Record review of Resident #69's face sheet dated 12/15/23 revealed a [AGE] year-old male admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included dementia (impaired ability to remember, think, or make decisions that interferes with doing everyday activities), seizures (disorder in which brain activity becomes abnormal, causing seizures or periods of unusual behavior, sensations and sometimes loss of awareness), heart failure chronic condition in which the heart doesn't pump blood as well as it should), (hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol levels), hypertension (high blood pressure), chronic atrial fibrillation (irregular, often rapid heart rate that commonly causes poor blood flow), bradycardia (low heart rate), and presence of cardiac pacemaker (an small implanted battery powered device that prevents the heart from beating too slowly).<BR/>Record review of Resident #69's most recent quarterly MDS assessment, dated 10/7/23 revealed the resident was severely cognitively impaired for daily decision-making skills and had a cardiac pacemaker.<BR/>Record review of Resident #69's comprehensive care plan, revision date 4/29/23 revealed the resident had a dual chamber pacemaker related to atrial fibrillation with a goal to maintain a heart rate within acceptable limits as determined by the physician and pacemaker settings. Resident #69's interventions for the cardiac pacemaker included to do pacemaker checks and document in the chart heart rate, rhythm and battery check.<BR/>Record review of Resident #69's Patient Implant Report revealed the resident had the cardiac pacemaker implanted on 3/1/21.<BR/>Record review of Resident #69's order summary report dated 12/15/23 revealed the following:<BR/>- The resident's Pacemaker information: Manufacturer: Medronic Model: W1DR01 Serial # RNB448807H Date implanted: 2-26-21 Name of Cardiologist: (specify) 2 leads Model# 5076-52 Serial # PJN8174369 Tissue valve Model# FR995-27 Serial # D365050, with order date 9/13/22 and no end date.<BR/>Further review of Resident #60's order summary report revealed there was no order to monitor the parameters of the cardiac pacemaker and no documentation identifying normal pacemaker pulse limits/parameters.<BR/>During an interview on 12/15/23 at 11:22 a.m., Medication Aide I revealed he believed Resident #69 had a cardiac pacemaker but referred to ADON J. <BR/>During an observation and interview on 12/15/23 at 11:22 a.m., ADON J revealed she did not believe Resident #69 had a cardiac pacemaker but would double check in the resident's electronic record to make sure. ADON J, after reviewing Resident #69's electronic record revealed Resident #69 had a cardiac pacemaker but did not have specifics on how to monitor it. ADON J revealed she believed the cardiologist Resident #69 was followed by would make sure the pacemaker was functioning correctly. <BR/>During an interview on 12/15/23 at 11:29 a.m., the MDS Coordinator revealed Resident #69 had a cardiac pacemaker and revealed there were no orders in the resident's record for monitoring the cardiac pacemaker. The MDS Coordinator revealed there should have been orders to monitor the cardiac pacemaker to ensure it was functioning correctly. The MDS Coordinator stated, if the pacemaker parameters weren't being monitored, Resident #69 could have a change of condition and we would not know it was because the pacemaker was malfunctioning.<BR/>During an interview on 12/15/23 at 11:43 a.m., the DON revealed Resident #69's pacemaker was last checked on 8/17/23 and believed the cardiac pacemaker did not need to be monitored by the facility and the facility was only responsible for ensuring the resident went to the cardiologist for follow up. The DON stated, we would know if the pacemaker was malfunctioning if Resident #69 was symptomatic. Resident #69 has had falls ever since I have been here, a year. Resident #69 can't tell you if he's having chest pain. It's just an automatic intervention.<BR/>During an interview on 12/15/23 at 12:14 p.m., RN K revealed Resident #69 had the cardiac pacemaker checked by the cardiologist on 8/17/23. RN K revealed, based on the interventions on the comprehensive care plan, it appeared there was an actual order to monitor pacemaker parameters but Resident #69 did not have a current order to monitor the pacemaker parameters. RN K revealed the expectation was for the staff to know Resident #69 had a pacemaker and if the comprehensive care plan had specific interventions for monitoring the pacemaker there would have been an order. <BR/>The facility did not provide a policy and procedure for Cardiac Pacemakers requested on 12/15/23 at 11:53 a.m.

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure it received registry verification for 1 (CNA C) of 5 employees reviewed for registry verification prior to allowing an applicant to serve as a nurse aide in that:<BR/>The facility failed to ensure CNA C had a current nurse aide certification while employed at the facility while actively providing care for residents.<BR/>This failure could result in residents being provided care by staff who have not provided documentation of training and competency in providing care. <BR/>The findings included:<BR/>Review of CNA F's personnel file reflected a date of hire of [DATE]. The last Employability Status Check Search that was completed on [DATE] reflected CNA C's NAR status expired on [DATE].<BR/>Review of the nursing staff schedule, A Unit for [DATE] reflected CNA C worked on [DATE] on shift 6A-2P (6:00 AM - 2:00 PM) under the CNAs section. <BR/>Review of CNA C Iso-Quality Testing, Inc Certificant Registry (no date) reflected CNA C's NAR expired on [DATE].<BR/>Interview on [DATE] at 9:54 AM, CNA C stated she began at the facility in May of 2023 as a CNA and generally worked the 6AM - 2PM shift on the A Unit. CNA C described her role responsibility to include: showers, feeding assistance, incontinent care, and answering call lights. CNA C stated she has been a CNA since around 2010 and before beginning as a CNA at the facility, she worked in acute care where she did not need a CNA's nurse aide verification. CNA C stated she was not asked about her expired nurse aide registry verification until an HHSC investigation in November of 2023. CNA C stated she was asked by her administration during the HHSC investigation to begin the verification process and submit evidence of compliance to TULIP. CNA C stated she was informed by her HRD that her certification was approved yesterday ([DATE]).<BR/>Interview on [DATE] at 11:46 AM, ADON A stated her role responsibility included scheduling and assistance with nurse aide hiring for the facility. ADON A stated she was not directly involved in the hiring process for CNA C. ADON A stated she was not aware CNA C's NAR verification was expired upon hire, and stated she only became aware of its expiration during the HHSC investigation in November of 2023 during which she assisted CNA C in submitting verification documents to TULIP. ADON A stated she was not aware of a risk associated with hiring and keeping a nurse aide at the facility with an expired nurse aid registry status but it could include a potential lack of verified knowledge in nursing.<BR/>Interview on [DATE] at 12:10 PM, the DON stated she was not directly involved with the hiring of nurse aides and was not involved in the hiring of CNA C. She stated CNA C was hired before the DON. The DON stated she was not aware of the expiration of CNA C's NAR. The DON stated it was her expectation that any existing nurse aide hired at the facility be actively certified upon hire or should otherwise be delegated non-nurse aide tasks such as that of a hydration aide and would be disallowed from performing perineal care and transfers. The DON stated the risk associated with hiring and/or maintaining an unverified nurse aide would be the inability to confirm current and modern nursing knowledge.<BR/>Record review of the NA and CNA job description titled Job Description Certified Nurse Aide reflected the first item within the knowledge base section to be Nursing Assistant Certification from [the] state.

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to provide pharmaceutical services to include procedures that assured the accurate dispensing and administering of all drugs to meet the needs of 2 of 7 residents (Resident #60 and #87) and 1 of 4 medication carts (700 and 800 hallway cart) reviewed for medication administration in that: <BR/>1. Medication Aide I left Resident #60's medications at bedside.<BR/>2. Medication Aide A left Resident #87's medications at bedside.<BR/>3. Medication cart for hallway 700 and 800 contained an inaccurate narcotic log. <BR/>These deficient practices could affect residents and place them at risk of not receiving the therapeutic dosage and drug diversion. <BR/>The findings were:<BR/>1. Record review of Resident #60's face sheet, dated 10/24/22 revealed a [AGE] year old female admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses that included dementia, hypertension (high blood pressure), chronic kidney disease, history of falling and chronic pain syndrome.<BR/>Record review of Resident #60's most recent quarterly MDS assessment, dated 9/15/22 revealed the resident was moderately cognitively impaired for daily decision-making skills.<BR/>Record review of Resident #60's comprehensive care plan, revision date 7/5/21 revealed the resident had impaired cognitive function/dementia or impaired thought processes.<BR/>Observation and interview on 10/23/22 at 10:58 a.m. revealed Resident #60 was in bed and a medication cup with 4 pills was seen on the resident's nightstand on the right side of the bed. Resident #60 stated she could not determine if she had received medications yesterday, 10/22/22 or the morning of 10/23/22. <BR/>During an interview and observation on 10/23/22 at 11:10 a.m., Medication Aide A stated she had administered medications to Resident #60 and assumed the resident had taken the pills she had given her. Medication Aide A then identified 2 of the 4 pills in the medication cup as Simvastatin (used to treat high cholesterol) and Tramadol (used to treat pain) and stated those medications were scheduled during the evening shift. Medication Aide A then reached into the resident's trash can and pulled out a medication cup and stated, I know for sure these were not mine, these are from last night. Medication Aide A determined the medication cup taken out of the resident's trash can was the same cup used when she administered the resident's medications earlier in the morning. Medication Aide A stated, the medication cup with the 4 pills found on Resident #60's bedside had the resident's name written on the cup in black marker. Medication Aide A stated, LVN B usually had the habit of writing the resident's names on the medication cup and believed LVN B left the medications at the bedside. <BR/>During an interview on 10/23/22 at 11:22 a.m., LVN B stated she was not aware if Resident #60 had been assessed to self-medicate. LVN B stated she had worked the evening shift on 10/22/22 but did not administer any medications. LVN B stated, Medication Aide I was scheduled during the evening shift on 10/22/22. LVN B stated she was not aware any residents were supposed to have medications left at the bedside because other residents could take them and could cause a negative effect. LVN B stated it could also have a negative effect on Resident #60 if she was not being provided with her medications. <BR/>During a follow up interview on 10/23/22 at 11:23 a.m., Medication Aide A stated, medications are not supposed to be left at the bedside because other residents could take them accidentally. Medication Aide A stated, when administering medications she had to make sure the resident took them.<BR/>During an interview on 10/25/22 at 6:31 p.m., the DON stated, medications cannot be left at the bedside because other residents might take them when it was not intended for them. The DON stated, if the resident doesn't take their prescribed medication it could cause a negative effect. <BR/>During a telephone interview on 10/25/22 at 7:06 p.m., Medication Aide I stated she had worked the 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. shift on 10/22/22 and recalled Resident #60 initially refused to take her evening medications. Medication Aide I stated she then left the medication cup with Resident #60's medications on the resident's night stand but had never done it before. Medication Aide I stated she should not have left the medications at the bedside because other residents could take them by accident and they could get sick or it could be poisonous. <BR/>Record review of the Medication Aide Proficiency dated 11/2021 revealed Medication Aide I had satisfied the requirements for medication administration.<BR/>2. Record review of Resident #87's admission record, dated 10/26/2022, revealed an admission date of 07/05/2019 with diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease (A type of brain disorder that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior), essential hypertension (high blood pressure), hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol), and dehydration.<BR/>Record review of Resident #87's most recent quarterly MDS assessment, dated 9/22/22 revealed the resident was moderately cognitively impaired for daily decision-making skills.<BR/>Record review of Resident #87's comprehensive care plan, revision date 09/11/19 revealed the resident had impaired cognitive function/dementia or impaired thought processes.<BR/>During an observation on 10/26/22 at 9:12 a.m. MA A mixed polyethylene glycol (medication for constipation) in a cup of water. MA A gave Resident #87 the cup of water and polyethylene glycol to take with other oral pill medications. Resident #87 took a few sips from the cup and took the pills. Then MA A placed the cup of water with the polyethylene glycol medication on the Resident's bedside table and left the room. MA A then moved down the hall to administer medications to other residents. <BR/>During an interview on 10/26/22 at 9:31 a.m. MA A stated she did not realize she left a cup with medication in the Resident's room. She stated she would go back to make sure she finished it. She stated if she left the cup of medication in Resident's room, she may not finish it, and the Resident could become constipated later. <BR/>3. Record review of Resident #77's admission record, dated 10/24/22, revealed diagnosis of Senile Degeneration of Brain (decline in an elder's cognitive due to an interruption of blood flow to the brain), Dysphagia (A condition with difficulty in swallowing food or liquid. This may interfere in a person's ability to eat and drink), Vascular Dementia with Behavioral Disturbances (interruption of blood flow to the brain), and Insomnia (Trouble falling and/or staying asleep).<BR/>Record review of Resident #77's orders, dated 10/24/2022, showed an order for Lorazepam Tablet 1 MG, Give 1 tablet by mouth every 8 hours. <BR/>An observation of the medication cart for hallways 700 and 800 on 10/26/22 at 9:46 a.m. revealed Resident #77's blister pack of 1 mg Lorazepam had 26 pills remaining. <BR/>Record review of Resident #77's narcotic log on 10/26/22 for Lorazepam 1 mg showed an amount remaining of 27 pills on 10/25/22 inside medication cart for hallways 700 and 800. <BR/>During an interview on 10/26/2022 at 9:46 a.m. ADON K stated the nurse who used this medication cart was on lunch and must have forgotten to sign out a medication she gave to Resident #77. She stated staff should be signing out narcotics as soon as they pop them form the blister pack. <BR/>During an interview on 10/26/2022 at 3:54 p.m. the DON stated after each Resident's medication was administered you should document it at that time, especially for narcotics. She stated you never know what could happen to the nurse and the medication was never documented as given and the facility would not know. <BR/>Record review of the facility's policy Storage and Document of Controlled Medications, dated 2003, stated All control medications .Disposition of controlled substances is maintained on the sheet by the Pharmacy with each schedule II Controlled Substance .Entries are to be made in pen each time a controlled substance is used. The nurse administering the medication ill record the following information: Date and time drug is administered, amount of drug administered, remaining balance of drug, and signature of the nurse and administering drug . <BR/>

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to maintain medical records, in accordance with accepted professional standards and practices, that are complete; and accurately documented for 1 of 8 residents (Resident #31) reviewed for medical records: <BR/>The facility failed to ensure staff obtained a written order for Resident #31's use of a left arm sling.<BR/>This failure could result in residents not having an accurate overall view of their care and services.<BR/>The findings included:<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's face sheet dated 1/29/25 revealed a [AGE] year-old female admitted to the facility on [DATE] and re-admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses that included ataxia following cerebrovascular disease (a neurological condition characterized by a lack of muscle coordination, including difficulty with fine motor tasks and unsteady walking).<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's most recent annual MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident was severely cognitively impaired for daily decision-making skills and had a functional limitation in range of motion to both upper and lower extremities.<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's Order Summary Report dated 1/29/25 revealed there was no written order for the use of a left arm sling.<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's Nursing Progress Note dated 1/8/25 revealed the following:<BR/>-Seen by RN from hospice with new order to keep sling on left arm until 1/14/25, then hospice to re-assess. Continue prn pain medication for comfort. RP at facility and informed. Order noted and carried out.<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's MAR dated 1/29/25 revealed the following:<BR/>Resident to wear Left Arm Sling until 1/14/25, hospice to reassess related to left clavicle fracture every shift for left arm sling until 1/14/25.<BR/>Further review of Resident #31's MAR revealed the order had a stop date of 1/14/25 and nursing staff documenting the left arm sling was being utilized on 1/14/25.<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's comprehensive care plan dated 12/26/24 revealed the resident had an alteration in musculoskeletal status related to fracture of the clavicle. Interventions included to encourage/supervise/assist the resident with the use of supportive devices, sling, as recommended.<BR/>Observations on 1/29/25 at 8:11 a.m., 1/30/25 at 6:56 a.m., and 1/30/25 at 1:27 p.m. revealed Resident #31 in bed wearing a black arm sling on the left arm.<BR/>During an observation and interview on 1/29/25 at 8:22 a.m., CNA A stated, Resident #31 wore the black arm sling on the left arm due to contractures and wore the sling all the time except during showers. CNA A stated the resident's hospice nurse took care of the sling.<BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 1:47 p.m., LVN D revealed Resident #31 used the arm sling to the left arm related to a clavicle fracture. LVN D revealed Resident #31 had a repeat x-ray ordered by hospice and determined the resident should continue to use the left arm sling. LVN D confirmed Resident #31's Order Summary was not updated to reflect the resident needed to continue using the left arm sling per hospice recommendation. LVN D stated the communication to keep the arm sling in place should have been reflected in a physician's order. LVN D stated the order was necessary and would determine how long the arm sling needed to be in place. LVN D stated nursing staff referred to the physician's orders and communication nursing notes to determine resident care and services.<BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 2:25 p.m., the DON revealed Resident #31 did not have a physician's order to continue the use of the left arm sling and further stated it was necessary as a means of instruction and monitoring it's use including if any skin issues should develop. <BR/>Record review of the facility policy and procedure titled Physician's Orders, dated 2015 revealed in part, .Purpose: To monitor and ensure the accuracy and completeness of the medication orders, treatment orders, and ADL order for each resident .

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to establish and maintain an infection control program designed to provide a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment and to help prevent the development of communicable diseases and infections for 2 or 4 residents (Residents #31 & #33) reviewed for infection control.<BR/>1. The facility failed to identify and implement interventions for Resident #33 on Enhanced Barrier Precaution who had a colostomy.<BR/>2. The facility failed to ensure CNA A and CNA B used appropriate infection control principles including during catheter care, incontinent/peri care, and hand hygiene/glove changes for Resident #31.<BR/>These deficient practices could affect residents who were on EBP and required assistance with incontinent/peri care and could place residents at risk for cross contamination and infections.<BR/>The findings included:<BR/>1. Review of Resident #33's electronic face sheet dated 1/31/2025 revealed she was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of colostomy status (surgery to create an opening in the abdomen), dementia (condition that causes a person to lose the ability to think, remember and reason), and orthostatic hypertension (a sudden drop in blood pressure). <BR/>Review of Resident #33's quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #33 scored a 3/15 on her BIMS which indicated she severe cognitive impairment. <BR/>Review of Resident #33's comprehensive person-centered care plan revised date 1/21/2025 revealed The resident has a Colostomy.<BR/>Observation on 1/28/2025 revealed no EBP signage on or around the resident's room.<BR/>Staff interview on 1/28/2025 at 10:15 am with LVN F, she stated there was no signage of EBP on or around the Resident #33's room and that the resident did have a colostomy bag. She stated EBP signage should have been posted to identify vulnerable residents and to prevent infections for those residents. <BR/>Staff interview on 1/31/2025 at 11:00 am with the DON, stated that those residents' rooms should have EBP signage. She stated the potential for harm could be an infection. <BR/>Record review of internal facility document, undated, titled, Enhanced Barrier Precautions, showed EBP are indicated for residents with any of the following: Wounds and/or indwelling medical devices even if the resident is not known to be infected or colonized with an MDRO. This document did not address the facility system for informing staff of which residents were on enhanced barrier precautions.<BR/> 2. Record review of Resident #31's face sheet dated 1/29/25 revealed a [AGE] year-old female admitted to the facility on [DATE] and re-admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses that included dementia (a decline in cognitive abilities severe enough to interfere with daily life), diabetes (chronic condition when the body cannot produce enough insulin or effectively use the insulin the body produces leading to elevated blood sugar levels) with complications and hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction (swelling of the kidney due to a blockage caused by kidney stones in the urinary tract). <BR/>Record review of Resident #31's most recent annual MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident was severely cognitively impaired for daily decision-making skills, utilized an indwelling urinary catheter, and was always incontinent of bowel.<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's Order Summary Report dated 1/29/25 revealed the following:<BR/>- Provide catheter care every shift, with order date 7/20/23 and no stop date<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's comprehensive care plan with revision date 12/27/23 revealed the resident had an indwelling urinary catheter related to obstructive uropathy and had bowel incontinence. Interventions included to apply barrier cream and provide peri care after each incontinent episode.<BR/>Observation on 1/30/25 at 9:02 a.m. revealed CNA A and CNA B each put on a gown and gloves to prepare to provide Resident #31 with catheter and incontinent/peri care. CNA B took Resident #31's bed remote and raised the bed. CNA A removed Resident #31's sheet and placed a clean sheet over the resident's bottom torso, and then removed a pillow that was used to offload the resident's lower extremities. CNA A and CNA B then pulled up the resident's gown to expose her vaginal and peri area. Resident #31 was observed with stool and remnants of a thick white substance on the crease of the thighs and buttocks, and stool was observed in the vaginal area around the urinary indwelling catheter and on the buttock area. CNA A then, without changing her gloves, took clean disposable wipes and began catheter care and incontinent/peri care. CNA A continued with catheter care and incontinent/peri care and after using several disposable wipes to clean the area of stool, took a clean washcloth and placed it in a gray bin filled with water. CNA A then used both soiled gloved hands, retrieved the washcloth from the gray bin and wrung the washcloth over the gray bin. CNA A continued using the same soiled gloves and continued with incontinent/peri care and retrieved several washcloths following the same process of putting her gloved hands in the gray bin with water, retrieving the washcloth, and wringing the washcloth of water over the bin. CNA A and CNA B then took the drawer sheet Resident #31 was laying on and with the same soiled gloves, assisted the resident onto her left side. While CNA B ensured Resident #31 was positioned to her left, CNA A continued to use the same soiled gloves and resumed cleaning the resident's anal and buttock area of stool. CNA A, using the same soiled gloves, then took a clean disposable pad and placed it on the resident's bed. CNA A then took a clean washcloth and placed it in the gray bin filled with water. CNA A then used both soiled gloved hands, retrieved the washcloth from the gray bin and wrung the washcloth over the gray bin. CNA A continued using the same soiled gloves and continued with incontinent/peri care and retrieved several washcloths following the same process of putting her gloved hands in the gray bin with water, retrieving the washcloth, and wringing the washcloth of water over the bin. CNA A, having completed cleaning the resident's right buttock area, moved to the other side of the bed and instructed CNA B to leave the bedside to retrieve more disposable wipes. CNA B removed her gown and gloves, did not sanitize her hands, and left the resident's room. CNA A, removed her gloves, did not wash or sanitize her hands and took the clean sheet on the resident's bed and covered the resident. CNA B then returned to the bedside, took a pair of gloves and a gown that were stored on the resident's door and put on a new pair of gloves without washing or sanitizing her hands. CNA B returned to the left side of the bed, and CNA A opened Resident #31's bedroom door, took a pair of gloves that were stored on the door and put on the new pair of gloves without washing or sanitizing her hands. CNA A returned to the bedside and continued with incontinent/peri care. CNA A and CNA B then assisted Resident #31 onto her right side and CNA B then continued to clean the resident's left buttock of stool while CNA A continued to assist the resident onto the right side until care was completed. CNA A stayed with the resident, and CNA B left the bedside, removed her gloves and gown, and summoned the Treatment Nurse.<BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 9:41 a.m., CNA A stated, I feel like I skipped a couple of steps as far as rinsing and drying off the area (to Resident #31). CNA A revealed she had washed her hands prior to care, and stated, I washed me hands in the sink, then I washed the resident's bin that is used for a bed bath and then filled with water and placed on the bedside table. CNA A stated she should have changed her gloves after cleaning the stool, but insisted her gloves never got stool on them. CNA A revealed she had been moving from a dirty area to a clean area and should not have done that because it could spread infection. CNA A stated, we didn't have any sanitizer in there, I ain't gonna lie, we should have had sanitizer. You need to sanitize before putting on gloves and after you take them off to prevent infection. So, if I go to another resident then I run the risk of spreading something to the next person. CNA A revealed she should not have placed her gloves in the bin with water while she had wrung the washcloths because she dirtied the water and that was a break in infection control.<BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 10:00 a.m., CNA B stated she had sanitized her hands with the wall mounted hand sanitizer outside of Resident #31's room. CNA B revealed she had not sanitized or washed her hands between glove changes and realized she had moved from a dirty area to a clean area when providing care. CNA B stated it was considered cross contamination and could result in the resident getting sick. CNA B further stated, we didn't have sanitizer, maybe there was some in the resident's nightstand drawer but since it wasn't visible, I guess it was out of site out of mind.<BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 2:28 p.m., the DON revealed cross contamination and a break in infection control occurred when CNA A and CNA B moved from a dirty area to a clean area, and when they did not wash or sanitize their hands between glove changes which could result in the resident developing an infection. <BR/>Record review of the facility policy and procedure titled, Hand Hygiene/PPE, undated, revealed in part, .How to practice proper hand washing and hand hygiene .Wet hands with clean warm water .Apply appropriate amount of soap to your hands .Rub hands together vigorously for 20 seconds covering all surfaces of the hands, wrists and fingers, then rinse allowing water to drop from fingertips .When using hand sanitizer .Apply product to palm of one hand .Rub hands together covering all surfaces of hands, wrists, and fingers .Rub until hands are dry .Hand hygiene must be performed before touching a patient, after providing care, after removing gloves and PPE .and anytime you touch a contaminated surface .PPE works as a barrier to help protect you from potentially infectious agents that you may come in contact with while working with residents .

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews and record reviews the facility failed to develop and implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan for each resident, consistent with the resident rights that includes measurable objectives and timeframes to meet a resident's medical, nursing, and mental and psychosocial needs that are identified in the comprehensive assessment and describes the services that are to be furnished to attain or maintain the resident's highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being for 1 of 7 (Resident #2) residents in that:<BR/>Resident #2's fall mat was not on the ground near her bed as specified in her care plan. Resident #2 had a fall and had behaviors and required a fall mat to prevent injury. <BR/>This deficient practice could place residents at risk for not receiving proper care and services due to incomplete care plans.<BR/>The Findings were:<BR/>Record Review of Resident #2's admission Record dated 3/17/2025 reflected she was admitted on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE]. Resident #2's diagnoses included dementia (a general term for a decline in mental ability that interferes with daily life, encompassing various conditions affecting memory, thinking, and reasoning), repeated falls, pressure ulcer of sacral region stage 4, and seizure (sudden, temporary disruptions in brain electrical activity that can cause changes in behavior, movement, sensation, and awareness.) <BR/>Record Review of Resident #2's Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] reflected her BIMS score was 15/15 (cognitively intact), she had impairments to both lower extremities, she required substantial/maximal assistance with bathing, upper/lower body dressing, and with footwear. Resident #2 had repeated falls, and osteoporosis (a condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and prone to fractures, often developing silently until a fracture occurs.) with fracture. Section in Behaviors was listed, Resident #2 had a rejection behavior exhibited 1 to 3 days .<BR/>Record Review of Resident #2's Care Plan dated 1/6/2025 reflected Resident #2 had physical behaviors such as pounding on the bed with fists repeatedly, and it may be possible that she intentionally places self on the fall mats. Resident #2 had an actual fall in August 2024 and interventions were fall mats.<BR/>Record review of the visitor log, showed a signature for Resident #2's family dated 3/19/2025.<BR/>In an observation on 3/18/2025 at 3:48 PM with Resident #2, she was lying in bed with covers on her. Resident #2's right-side fall mat was vertical against a chair . <BR/>In an interview on 3/19/2025 at 3:28 PM, the DON stated Resident #2 had a visitor and they must have moved the mat out of the way and forgot to put it back. <BR/>In an interview on 3/20/2025 at 5:41 PM, Resident #2 stated she could not remember if she had visitors/family this week. Resident #2 stated a staff person put the mat on the side, vertical, but was not sure of the staff's name. <BR/>In an interview on 3/21/2025 at 1:11 PM, Resident #2's family stated she did visit on Wednesday (3/19/2025) and she did move the mat,so she could move the chair closer to Resident #2. Resident #2's family stated she put the mat back before she left for the day. <BR/>In an interview on 3/21/2025 at 11:27 AM, the SW stated Resident #2 was interviewable and alert and oriented most of the time. <BR/>In an interview on 3/21/2025 at 3:16 PM, the DON stated the fall mats did not have to have orders but was in the care plan for behaviors. <BR/>In an interview on 3/19/2025 at 2:33 PM with the MDS LVN B stated Resident #2's fall mats were for behaviors, throwing herself to floor.<BR/>Record review of policy titled comprehensive Care Planning, with no date, reflected The facility will develop and implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan for each resident, consistent with the residents' rights that includes measurable objectives and timeframes to meet a resident's medical, nursing and mental psychosocial needs that are identified in the comprehensive assessment. Each resident will have a person-centered comprehensive care plan developed and implement to meet his other preferences and goals, and address the resident's medical, physical and mental and psychosocial needs.

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed implement a baseline care plan for each resident that includes the instructions needed to provide effective and person-centered care of the resident that meet professional standards of quality care for 1 of 3 newly admitted residents (Resident #242) reviewed for baseline care plan. <BR/>The facility did not create a baseline care plan for Resident #242 upon admission. <BR/>This deficient practices could place residents at-risk for decreased quality of life, improper care, and injury. <BR/>The findings were:<BR/>Record review of Resident 242's admission Record, dated 10/26/2022, revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included: Alzheimer's disease, insomnia, unspecified dementia with agitation, age related physical debility, anemia, and constipation. <BR/>Record review of Resident 242's admission MDS, dated [DATE], revealed section A identification information was completed. Section Z040 for Signature of Persons completing the assessment or entry/death reporting was signed by LVN MDS Coordinator L, for section A, completed on 10/26/2022. No information is provided under section C for cognitive patterns for Resident 242. <BR/>Record review of Resident 242's electronic clinical record revealed no baseline care plan was completed. The record indicated no data found when searched for a baseline care plan on 10/23/2022 and 10/24/2022. <BR/>Record review of Resident 242's care plan, dated 10/25/2022, shows a date initiated of 10/25/2022 for all Focus, Goal, and Interventions and a target date of 01/16/2023 listed on the care plan. <BR/>Record review of document titled Baseline Care Plan Acknowledgement, dated 10/18/2022, stated a baseline care plan was provided to the Resident and the Resident Representative at 10:00 a.m. <BR/>During an interview on 10/25/2022 at 6:57 p.m. the DON stated she was not sure about baseline care plans. She stated they are completed by LVN L and LVN M. She stated there should be baseline care plan within 72 hours of admission and they are completed with the admission packet and in the EMR. <BR/>During an interview on 10/26/2022 at 3:16 p.m. LVN M stated she split the building with LVN L in completing baseline care plans for Residents. She stated MDS is responsible for completing the baseline care plans within 48 hours of admission and a comprehensive on day 21. She stated they are completed under the care plan tab in the EMR and there was an acknowledgement in the EMR for the baseline care plan. LVN M stated LVN K initiated the baseline care plan on 10/17/2022. She stated the nurse opened the baseline care plan and acknowledge it. She stated as the MDS they can go in and complete the comprehensive. She stated on 10/25/2022 she revised Resident 242's care plan. <BR/>Record review of the facility's policy titled Base Line Care Plans, no date, states Completion and implementation of the baseline care plan within 48 hours of a Resident's admission is intended to promote continuity of care and communication among nursing home staff, increase resident safety, and safeguard against adverse events that are most likely to occur right after admission; and to ensure the resident and representative, if applicable, are informed of the initial plan for delivery of care and services by receiving a written summary of the baseline care plan .The baseline care plan will- Be developed within 48 hours of a resident's admission. Include the minimum healthcare information necessary to properly care for a resident including, but not limited to- initials goals based on admission, physician orders, dietary orders, therapy services, social services, PASARR recommendation, if applicable.

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure that residents who required dialysis received such services, consistent with professional standards of practice for 1 of 1 resident (Resident #3) reviewed for dialysis in that:<BR/>The facility did not maintain communication, coordination and collaboration with the dialysis facility for Resident #3.<BR/>This deficient practice could affect residents who received dialysis treatments and place them at risk for complications and not receiving proper care and treatment to meet their needs. <BR/>The findings were: <BR/>Record review of Resident #3's face sheet, dated 10/25/22 revealed a [AGE] year old female admitted on [DATE] and re-admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses that included traumatic brain injury, diabetes, hypertension (high blood pressure) and end stage renal disease (long standing disease of the kidneys leading to renal failure).<BR/>Record review of Resident #3's most recent MDS quarterly assessment, dated 7/1/22 revealed the resident was moderately impaired for daily decision-making skills and required dialysis treatments.<BR/>Record review of Resident #3's care plan, revision date 4/14/22, revealed the resident had end stage renal disease and had dialysis treatments on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, with interventions that included to obtain vital signs and weight per protocol.<BR/>Record review of Resident #3's order summary report, dated 10/25/22 revealed an order for dialysis treatments on Monday, Wednesday and Friday with order date 5/10/22 and no end date.<BR/>Observation and interview on 10/23/22 at 12:38 p.m. revealed Resident #3's family member at the bedside stated, the resident had been receiving dialysis treatments for a year. Resident #3 was observed with an adhesive patch on the right upper chest and the resident's family member stated the area was where the dialysis port was located. Resident #3's family member stated the resident received dialysis treatments on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.<BR/>Record review of the Dialysis Center Communication Form used by the facility revealed there were 3 sections on the form with the following:<BR/>-The top section, titled Pre-Dialysis included information that should have been provided by the facility that included the date, the resident's name, temperature, heart rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, if the resident had edema (swelling), the dialysis port access site, any medication changes, presence of thrill (an abnormal vibration that is felt on the skin overlying an arteriovenous fistula [an irregular connection between an artery and a vein] /bruit (sound generated when blood flows through an unobstructed artery), shunt site and condition and an area for the Licensed Nurse's signature. <BR/>-The middle section of the Dialysis Center Communication Form, titled Dialysis, was supposed to be used for information provided by the dialysis clinic that included, pre-weight, post-weight, temperature, heart rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, notation if the resident was seen by the doctor, any new orders, any medications given while at the dialysis center to include the name of the medication, dose and route, dressing changes, shunt site condition, information if labs were obtained and an area for the Licensed Nurse's signature. <BR/>-The bottom section of the Dialysis Center Communication Form, titled Post-Dialysis was supposed to be used for information that should have been provided by the facility that included temperature, heart rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, CBG (capillary blood glucose, way of measuring and assessing glucose levels typically from blood obtained from a finger stick), access site, thrill and bruit, dressing CDI (clean, dry and intact) and an area for the Licensed Nurse's signature.<BR/>Record review of Resident #3's Dialysis Center Communication Forms from March 2022 to August 2022 on the following dates revealed:<BR/>-3/21/22: The middle section, titled Dialysis was left blank except for a circle around the weight section and the initials RB. The bottom section, titled Post-Dialysis was blank.<BR/>-3/23/22: The top section, the middle section, and the bottom section, were all blank.<BR/>-3/28/22, 4/4/22, 4/11/22, 4/15/22, 4/20/22, 4/22/22, 4/29/22, 4/25/22 and 5/16/22: The middle section, titled Dialysis was left blank except for a circle around the weight section and the initials RB. The bottom section, titled Post-Dialysis was blank.<BR/>-8/8/22: The middle section and the bottom section were blank.<BR/>During an interview and record review on 10/25/22 at 2:26 p.m., ADON F, reviewed Resident #3's Dialysis Center Communication Forms and stated, sometimes the dialysis staff will send a monthly report. ADON F did not provide any additional explanation for the missing and incomplete Dialysis Center Communication Forms.<BR/>During an interview on 10/25/22 at 2:28 p.m., LVN G stated, Resident #3 had been receiving dialysis treatments on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, since I've been here. LVN G stated she had been employed by the facility for the past 4 years. LVN G stated, Resident #3 was supposed to take the Dialysis Center Communication Form to the dialysis clinic. LVN G stated, the top section of the Dialysis Center Communication Form was supposed to be completed by the facility nurse, the middle section was supposed to be completed by the dialysis center staff and the bottom section was supposed to be completed by the facility nurse when the resident returned from dialysis. LVN G stated, yeah they've (Dialysis Center Communication Form) been coming back not filled out or not at all. LVN G stated, if the Dialysis Center Communication Form was returned from the dialysis clinic incomplete, the facility nurse was supposed to call the dialysis clinic to get the information. LVN G stated, the dialysis clinic will either forget to do it or they will send a monthly report. LVN G stated she worked the 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. shift and Resident #3 was scheduled dialysis during the 6:00 a.m. shift and 2:00 p.m. shift and had assumed since the resident was returning without the Dialysis Center Communication Form that the facility was no longer utilizing them. <BR/>During record review and interview on 10/25/22 at 6:34 p.m., the DON stated she was aware Resident #3 received dialysis treatment and there were several incomplete and missing Dialysis Center Communication Forms. The DON stated, the Dialysis Center Communication Form provided by the facility had a top section that the nurse was supposed to complete prior to the resident going to dialysis. The DON stated, the Dialysis Center Communication Form was sent to the dialysis clinic with the resident and the dialysis staff were supposed to fill in the middle section. The DON stated, the Dialysis Center Communication Form was supposed to come back with the resident and the facility nurse was supposed to fill out the bottom section. The DON stated, if the dialysis clinic was not completing their part of the form, the facility nurse would need to call the dialysis clinic to obtain the information. The DON stated it was important to have the form completed on a consistent basis because it provided an ongoing assessment of the resident's condition, and it was considered the standard of care in the nursing facility. <BR/>Record review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Dialysis, revision dated 11/2013 revealed in part, .The facility will make every effort to assist the resident in obtaining information and assistance with questions from the dialysis center about his/her treatment .2. The facility will establish baseline information from the dialysis center with will monitor changes from baseline .

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to provide pharmaceutical services to include procedures that assured the accurate dispensing and administering of all drugs to meet the needs of 2 of 7 residents (Resident #60 and #87) and 1 of 4 medication carts (700 and 800 hallway cart) reviewed for medication administration in that: <BR/>1. Medication Aide I left Resident #60's medications at bedside.<BR/>2. Medication Aide A left Resident #87's medications at bedside.<BR/>3. Medication cart for hallway 700 and 800 contained an inaccurate narcotic log. <BR/>These deficient practices could affect residents and place them at risk of not receiving the therapeutic dosage and drug diversion. <BR/>The findings were:<BR/>1. Record review of Resident #60's face sheet, dated 10/24/22 revealed a [AGE] year old female admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses that included dementia, hypertension (high blood pressure), chronic kidney disease, history of falling and chronic pain syndrome.<BR/>Record review of Resident #60's most recent quarterly MDS assessment, dated 9/15/22 revealed the resident was moderately cognitively impaired for daily decision-making skills.<BR/>Record review of Resident #60's comprehensive care plan, revision date 7/5/21 revealed the resident had impaired cognitive function/dementia or impaired thought processes.<BR/>Observation and interview on 10/23/22 at 10:58 a.m. revealed Resident #60 was in bed and a medication cup with 4 pills was seen on the resident's nightstand on the right side of the bed. Resident #60 stated she could not determine if she had received medications yesterday, 10/22/22 or the morning of 10/23/22. <BR/>During an interview and observation on 10/23/22 at 11:10 a.m., Medication Aide A stated she had administered medications to Resident #60 and assumed the resident had taken the pills she had given her. Medication Aide A then identified 2 of the 4 pills in the medication cup as Simvastatin (used to treat high cholesterol) and Tramadol (used to treat pain) and stated those medications were scheduled during the evening shift. Medication Aide A then reached into the resident's trash can and pulled out a medication cup and stated, I know for sure these were not mine, these are from last night. Medication Aide A determined the medication cup taken out of the resident's trash can was the same cup used when she administered the resident's medications earlier in the morning. Medication Aide A stated, the medication cup with the 4 pills found on Resident #60's bedside had the resident's name written on the cup in black marker. Medication Aide A stated, LVN B usually had the habit of writing the resident's names on the medication cup and believed LVN B left the medications at the bedside. <BR/>During an interview on 10/23/22 at 11:22 a.m., LVN B stated she was not aware if Resident #60 had been assessed to self-medicate. LVN B stated she had worked the evening shift on 10/22/22 but did not administer any medications. LVN B stated, Medication Aide I was scheduled during the evening shift on 10/22/22. LVN B stated she was not aware any residents were supposed to have medications left at the bedside because other residents could take them and could cause a negative effect. LVN B stated it could also have a negative effect on Resident #60 if she was not being provided with her medications. <BR/>During a follow up interview on 10/23/22 at 11:23 a.m., Medication Aide A stated, medications are not supposed to be left at the bedside because other residents could take them accidentally. Medication Aide A stated, when administering medications she had to make sure the resident took them.<BR/>During an interview on 10/25/22 at 6:31 p.m., the DON stated, medications cannot be left at the bedside because other residents might take them when it was not intended for them. The DON stated, if the resident doesn't take their prescribed medication it could cause a negative effect. <BR/>During a telephone interview on 10/25/22 at 7:06 p.m., Medication Aide I stated she had worked the 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. shift on 10/22/22 and recalled Resident #60 initially refused to take her evening medications. Medication Aide I stated she then left the medication cup with Resident #60's medications on the resident's night stand but had never done it before. Medication Aide I stated she should not have left the medications at the bedside because other residents could take them by accident and they could get sick or it could be poisonous. <BR/>Record review of the Medication Aide Proficiency dated 11/2021 revealed Medication Aide I had satisfied the requirements for medication administration.<BR/>2. Record review of Resident #87's admission record, dated 10/26/2022, revealed an admission date of 07/05/2019 with diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease (A type of brain disorder that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior), essential hypertension (high blood pressure), hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol), and dehydration.<BR/>Record review of Resident #87's most recent quarterly MDS assessment, dated 9/22/22 revealed the resident was moderately cognitively impaired for daily decision-making skills.<BR/>Record review of Resident #87's comprehensive care plan, revision date 09/11/19 revealed the resident had impaired cognitive function/dementia or impaired thought processes.<BR/>During an observation on 10/26/22 at 9:12 a.m. MA A mixed polyethylene glycol (medication for constipation) in a cup of water. MA A gave Resident #87 the cup of water and polyethylene glycol to take with other oral pill medications. Resident #87 took a few sips from the cup and took the pills. Then MA A placed the cup of water with the polyethylene glycol medication on the Resident's bedside table and left the room. MA A then moved down the hall to administer medications to other residents. <BR/>During an interview on 10/26/22 at 9:31 a.m. MA A stated she did not realize she left a cup with medication in the Resident's room. She stated she would go back to make sure she finished it. She stated if she left the cup of medication in Resident's room, she may not finish it, and the Resident could become constipated later. <BR/>3. Record review of Resident #77's admission record, dated 10/24/22, revealed diagnosis of Senile Degeneration of Brain (decline in an elder's cognitive due to an interruption of blood flow to the brain), Dysphagia (A condition with difficulty in swallowing food or liquid. This may interfere in a person's ability to eat and drink), Vascular Dementia with Behavioral Disturbances (interruption of blood flow to the brain), and Insomnia (Trouble falling and/or staying asleep).<BR/>Record review of Resident #77's orders, dated 10/24/2022, showed an order for Lorazepam Tablet 1 MG, Give 1 tablet by mouth every 8 hours. <BR/>An observation of the medication cart for hallways 700 and 800 on 10/26/22 at 9:46 a.m. revealed Resident #77's blister pack of 1 mg Lorazepam had 26 pills remaining. <BR/>Record review of Resident #77's narcotic log on 10/26/22 for Lorazepam 1 mg showed an amount remaining of 27 pills on 10/25/22 inside medication cart for hallways 700 and 800. <BR/>During an interview on 10/26/2022 at 9:46 a.m. ADON K stated the nurse who used this medication cart was on lunch and must have forgotten to sign out a medication she gave to Resident #77. She stated staff should be signing out narcotics as soon as they pop them form the blister pack. <BR/>During an interview on 10/26/2022 at 3:54 p.m. the DON stated after each Resident's medication was administered you should document it at that time, especially for narcotics. She stated you never know what could happen to the nurse and the medication was never documented as given and the facility would not know. <BR/>Record review of the facility's policy Storage and Document of Controlled Medications, dated 2003, stated All control medications .Disposition of controlled substances is maintained on the sheet by the Pharmacy with each schedule II Controlled Substance .Entries are to be made in pen each time a controlled substance is used. The nurse administering the medication ill record the following information: Date and time drug is administered, amount of drug administered, remaining balance of drug, and signature of the nurse and administering drug . <BR/>

Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure their medication error rate was not 5 percent or greater and had a medication error rate of 7.6 percent with 26 medications administration opportunities observed with 2 errors for 2 of 7 residents (Residents #87 and Resident #81) and 2 of 3 staff (MA A and LVN J) reviewed for medication administration in that: <BR/>1. The facility failed to ensure Medication Aide A administered the correct vitamin to Resident #87.<BR/>2. The facility failed to ensure Medication Aide A administered the complete dose of medication ordered for Resident #87. <BR/>3. LVN J did not administer the correct amount of insulin to Resident #81 as indicated in the order. <BR/>These deficient practices could place residents at risk of not receiving therapeutic effects from their medications as intended by the prescribing physician ordered.<BR/>The findings include:<BR/>An observation on 10/26/2022 at 9:20 a.m. Medication Aide (MA) A dispensed 1 tablet of 500 mg of calcium plus 5 mcg of Vitamin D. MA A then mixed 1 cap of Polyethylene Glycol in a cup of water. MA A administered Resident #87's medications. Resident #87 took a sip from the cup containing the mixture of Polyethylene Glycol and water to swallow her medications. MA A then took the cup and placed it on the bedside table. MA A said she was done with administering medications to Resident #87 and left the room. <BR/>Record review of Resident #87's orders, dated 10/26/22, revealed an order for Calcium Tablet 500 MG, Give 500 mg by mouth two times a day, start date, 08/29/2020, and no end date. Another order for Polyethylene Glycol 3350, Give 1 vial by mouth two times a day for constipation, start date 08/30/2022 and no end date. <BR/>During an interview on 10/26/2022 at 9:31 a.m. MA A was asked how she knew Resident #87 consumed all the Polyethylene Glycol medication. She stated she would go back and ask the Resident to finish it. She stated it was for constipation and if the Resident did not consume all the Polyethylene Glycol medication, she could become constipated. <BR/>During an interview on 10/26/2022 at 3:54 p.m. the DON stated the medications being administered should follow the providers orders. She stated staff should ensure Residents consume medications during administration. She stated nurses should document right after administering medications and make notes of any deviations from the order. <BR/>Record review of Resident #81's admission record, dated 10/26/22, revealed an admission date of 09/09/22 with diagnosis of Cirrhosis of Liver (A degenerative disease of the liver resulting in scarring and liver failure), Type 2 diabetes mellitus (A condition results from insufficient production of insulin, causing high blood sugar), and Glaucoma (A condition where the eye's optic nerve, which provides information to the brain, is damaged with or without raised intraocular pressure). <BR/>Record review of Resident #81's most recent quarterly MDS assessment, dated 9/16/22, revealed the resident BIMS was 15 out of 15, indicating intact cognition. <BR/>Record review of Resident #81's orders, dated 10/26/2022, reveals an order for Humalog Solution 100 UNIT/ML (Insulin Lispro) Inject as per sliding scale: if 151 - 200 = 2 Units; 201 -250 = 4 Units; 251 - 300 = 6 Units; 301 - 350 = 8 Units; 351 - 400 = 10 Units If BS is over 400 Notify MD, subcutaneously before meals and at bedtime for DM NOTIFY MD IF BS (blood sugar) &lt; 60 OR &gt; 400. <BR/>During an observation and interview on 10/26/22 at 11:02 a.m., LVN J planned to administer insulin to Resident #81. LVN J cleaned Resident #81's index finger with an alcohol swab. LVN J then grabbed a lancet used to puncture the Resident's finger to check the Resident's blood glucose. LVN J then looked at Resident #81's hand and stated I forgot which one I cleaned already. LVN J then lanced the Resident's middle finger. LVN J did not clean the Resident's middle finger. LVN J then checked the Resident's blood sugar. Resident #81's glucose was 370. Resident #81 stated she felt the alcohol on the other finger while moving her index finger back and forth. LVN J then inserted an insulin syringe into a vial of insulin and did not clean the rubber cap on the insulin prior with an alcohol swab. LVN J stated she was going to administer 6 units of insulin. This surveyor asked to see the syringe of insulin. LVN J then held up the insulin syringe and 5 units were present in the syringe. LVN J then drew up more insulin into the syringe without cleaning the rubber stopper on the vial. LVN J then held the syringe up so this surveyor could see and revealed 6 units of insulin in the syringe. LVN J then injected the contaminated insulin syringe into the Resident's left side of her abdomen. LVN J did not cleanse the Resident's injection site prior to the injection. When asked if she cleaned the Resident's skin prior to the injection, she stated, I did not.<BR/>During an observation and interview on 10/26/2022 at 12:41 p.m. Resident #81 stated LVN J did not come back into her room that day and administer a 2nd injection. She stated she only received one insulin injection that day, she lifted her shirt, and point to the left side of her abdomen. She stated can you see it; while point to her abdomen, it was right here. <BR/>During an interview on 10/26/22 at 12:35 p.m. LVN stated she gave Resident #81 6 units of insulin. When asked how many units she documented she administered on the MAR, she stated, she entered in the number from the glucometer and the program put the number of units she administered. LVN J stated she gave 6 units but was supposed to give 10. She stated she went back into Resident #81's room, after Resident #61, and administered 4 units. LVN J stated she did Resident #81's sliding scale in her head and it was wrong. She stated typically she would document that she gave two different injections to a Resident, but she was not done with her documentation for the day. She stated she should document immediately after administering a medication. LVN J stated if she did not administer the correct insulin dose to a Resident they could go into shock, hypoglycemic shock (Hypoglycemia, also called low blood sugar, was a fall in blood sugar to levels below normal, typically below 70 mg/dL.). <BR/>During an interview on 10/26/2022 at 12:41 p.m. Resident 81 stated LVN J did not come back into her room that day and administer a 2nd injection. She stated she only received one insulin injection that day, she lifted her shirt, and point to the left side of her abdomen. She stated can you see it; while point to her abdomen, it was right here. <BR/>During an interview on 10/26/22 at 3:54 p.m. the DON stated staff should document if they administer two different injections. The DON stated staff should document administration of medications. She stated staff should be following physician orders. She stated not giving the correct amount of insulin could harm the Resident, especially if it is more than what was required. <BR/>A policy for medication was requested and not provided prior to exit.

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, and record review, the facility failed to arrange for the provision of hospice care under a written agreement to coordinate care provided by the LTC facility and hospice staff for 2 of 3 residents (Resident #17 and Resident #77) reviewed for hospice services, in that:<BR/>1. The facility did not have Resident #17's hospice Plan of Care, Hospice Consent and Election Form, Physician Certification of Terminal Illness, documentation of specific interdisciplinary hospice staff providing services to resident, specific to the resident in a location accessible and available to nursing staff for review and coordination of services. <BR/>2. The facility did not have Resident #77's hospice Plan of Care and documentation of specific interdisciplinary hospice staff providing services to resident, in a location accessible and available to nursing staff for review and coordination of services. <BR/>These failures could place residents who receive hospice services at-risk of receiving inadequate end-of-life care due to a lack of documentation, coordination of care and communication of resident needs. <BR/>The findings included:<BR/>1. Record review of Resident #17's face sheet, dated 10/26/22, revealed a [AGE] year old male admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses that included acute respiratory failure with hypoxia (Hypoxemic respiratory failure means that you don't have enough oxygen in your blood, but your levels of carbon dioxide are close to normal), severe protein-calorie malnutrition, hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol), dehydration, seizures, encephalopathy (brain disease that alters brain function and structure) and diabetes.<BR/>Record review of Resident #17's most recent significant change MDS assessment, dated 10/4/22 revealed the resident was significantly cognitively impaired for daily decision-making skills.<BR/>Record review of Resident #17's care plan, initiated 9/23/22 revealed the resident required hospice services as evidenced by terminal illness.<BR/>Record review of Resident #17's order summary report, dated 10/26/22 revealed an order to admit to hospice services, with order date 9/23/22 and no end date.<BR/>Record review of Resident #17's electronic medical record revealed there was no documentation of Resident #17's hospice Plan of Care, Hospice Consent and Election Form, Physician Certification of Terminal Illness, or documentation of specific interdisciplinary hospice staff providing services to the resident. <BR/>During an interview on 10/26/22 at 9:26 a.m., the DON stated, the facility did not have any documentation or information regarding Resident #17's hospice status either in a hospice binder or in the electronic medical record. The DON stated she called the hospice company when they were requested by the surveyor, and they were on their way to the facility. The DON stated, it's not that bad since the resident only became hospice on 9/23/22. <BR/>2. Record review of Resident #77's admission record, dated 10/24/22, revealed diagnosis of Senile Degeneration of Brain (decline in an elder's cognitive due to an interruption of blood flow to the brain), Dysphagia (A condition with difficulty in swallowing food or liquid. This may interfere in a person's ability to eat and drink), Vascular Dementia with Behavioral Disturbances (interruption of blood flow to the brain), and Insomnia (Trouble falling and/or staying asleep).<BR/>Record review of Resident #77's most recent significant change MDS assessment, dated 09/25/22 revealed the resident was moderately cognitively impaired for daily decision-making skills.<BR/>Record review of Resident #77's care plan, initiated 04/20/20, revealed the resident required hospice services as evidenced by terminal illness.<BR/>Record review of Resident #77's order summary report, dated 10/24/22, revealed an order to notify Hospice for all orders, changes in condition or death with order date 04/18/2020 and no end date.<BR/>Record review of Resident #77's Hospice binder did not contain a current Physician certification and recertification of the terminal illness, Names and contact information for hospice personnel involved in Resident #77's hospice care, current Hospice medication information, and current Hospice physician and attending physician orders. <BR/>Interview on 10/25/2022 at 3:57 p.m. LVN K was unable to locate a certification for Hospice care in Resident #77's binder or a visit log. She stated the Hospice company provided the log. She stated there was a second binder. (No second binder was provided.) She stated she did not know the hospice staff was signing in and out on an empty manila folder, with out a template, or information on what the signatures were for. She stated it would normally be her or the assistant director who reviewed the hospice binders. She stated she had only been doing this for a month, has not been able to get to it, and missed Resident #77's binder. <BR/>Interview on 10/25/2022 at 6:49 a.m. the DON stated the binder does not reflect what a hospice binder should be. She stated it should contain a list of who was who, usually there was a sheet that stated who the residents aide was and their pastor, etc. She stated Resident #77 had been on hospice for a very long time. She stated the current state of the binder would not work for legal documentation.<BR/>Record review of the facility's policy and procedure, titled Hospice Services, revision date 2/13/2007 revealed in part, .Procedures .The facility must have a legally binding written agreement for the provision of arranged services with a recognized hospice provider .Authorized representatives of the nursing facility and hospice provider must sign the agreement .A copy of the agreement will be maintained by the facility .The legally binding agreement must include: The identification of the service to be provided .A stipulation that services may be provided only with the express authorization of the hospice .The manner in which the contracted services are coordinated, supervised, and evaluated by the hospice and nursing facility .The delineation of the role(s) of the hospice and the nursing facility in the admission process, recipient and family assessment, and the interdisciplinary team case conferences .Requirements for documentation and requirements that services are furnished in accordance with the agreement .The DON or designee will be responsible for ensuring that documentation is a part of the current clinical record. At a minimum, the documentation will include: The current and past Texas Medicaid Hospice Recipient Election/Cancellation Form (#3071) .Texas Medicaid Hospice-Nursing Facility Assessment Form (#3073) .Physician Certification of Terminal Illness (#3074) .Medicare Election Statement (if dual eligible) .Verification that the recipient does not have Medicare Part A .Hospice Plan of Care .Current interdisciplinary notes to include nurses notes/summaries, physician orders and progress notes, and medications and treatment sheets during the hospice certification period .

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to establish and maintain an infection control program designed to provide a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment and to help prevent the development of communicable diseases and infections for 2 or 4 residents (Residents #31 & #33) reviewed for infection control.<BR/>1. The facility failed to identify and implement interventions for Resident #33 on Enhanced Barrier Precaution who had a colostomy.<BR/>2. The facility failed to ensure CNA A and CNA B used appropriate infection control principles including during catheter care, incontinent/peri care, and hand hygiene/glove changes for Resident #31.<BR/>These deficient practices could affect residents who were on EBP and required assistance with incontinent/peri care and could place residents at risk for cross contamination and infections.<BR/>The findings included:<BR/>1. Review of Resident #33's electronic face sheet dated 1/31/2025 revealed she was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of colostomy status (surgery to create an opening in the abdomen), dementia (condition that causes a person to lose the ability to think, remember and reason), and orthostatic hypertension (a sudden drop in blood pressure). <BR/>Review of Resident #33's quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #33 scored a 3/15 on her BIMS which indicated she severe cognitive impairment. <BR/>Review of Resident #33's comprehensive person-centered care plan revised date 1/21/2025 revealed The resident has a Colostomy.<BR/>Observation on 1/28/2025 revealed no EBP signage on or around the resident's room.<BR/>Staff interview on 1/28/2025 at 10:15 am with LVN F, she stated there was no signage of EBP on or around the Resident #33's room and that the resident did have a colostomy bag. She stated EBP signage should have been posted to identify vulnerable residents and to prevent infections for those residents. <BR/>Staff interview on 1/31/2025 at 11:00 am with the DON, stated that those residents' rooms should have EBP signage. She stated the potential for harm could be an infection. <BR/>Record review of internal facility document, undated, titled, Enhanced Barrier Precautions, showed EBP are indicated for residents with any of the following: Wounds and/or indwelling medical devices even if the resident is not known to be infected or colonized with an MDRO. This document did not address the facility system for informing staff of which residents were on enhanced barrier precautions.<BR/> 2. Record review of Resident #31's face sheet dated 1/29/25 revealed a [AGE] year-old female admitted to the facility on [DATE] and re-admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses that included dementia (a decline in cognitive abilities severe enough to interfere with daily life), diabetes (chronic condition when the body cannot produce enough insulin or effectively use the insulin the body produces leading to elevated blood sugar levels) with complications and hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction (swelling of the kidney due to a blockage caused by kidney stones in the urinary tract). <BR/>Record review of Resident #31's most recent annual MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident was severely cognitively impaired for daily decision-making skills, utilized an indwelling urinary catheter, and was always incontinent of bowel.<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's Order Summary Report dated 1/29/25 revealed the following:<BR/>- Provide catheter care every shift, with order date 7/20/23 and no stop date<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's comprehensive care plan with revision date 12/27/23 revealed the resident had an indwelling urinary catheter related to obstructive uropathy and had bowel incontinence. Interventions included to apply barrier cream and provide peri care after each incontinent episode.<BR/>Observation on 1/30/25 at 9:02 a.m. revealed CNA A and CNA B each put on a gown and gloves to prepare to provide Resident #31 with catheter and incontinent/peri care. CNA B took Resident #31's bed remote and raised the bed. CNA A removed Resident #31's sheet and placed a clean sheet over the resident's bottom torso, and then removed a pillow that was used to offload the resident's lower extremities. CNA A and CNA B then pulled up the resident's gown to expose her vaginal and peri area. Resident #31 was observed with stool and remnants of a thick white substance on the crease of the thighs and buttocks, and stool was observed in the vaginal area around the urinary indwelling catheter and on the buttock area. CNA A then, without changing her gloves, took clean disposable wipes and began catheter care and incontinent/peri care. CNA A continued with catheter care and incontinent/peri care and after using several disposable wipes to clean the area of stool, took a clean washcloth and placed it in a gray bin filled with water. CNA A then used both soiled gloved hands, retrieved the washcloth from the gray bin and wrung the washcloth over the gray bin. CNA A continued using the same soiled gloves and continued with incontinent/peri care and retrieved several washcloths following the same process of putting her gloved hands in the gray bin with water, retrieving the washcloth, and wringing the washcloth of water over the bin. CNA A and CNA B then took the drawer sheet Resident #31 was laying on and with the same soiled gloves, assisted the resident onto her left side. While CNA B ensured Resident #31 was positioned to her left, CNA A continued to use the same soiled gloves and resumed cleaning the resident's anal and buttock area of stool. CNA A, using the same soiled gloves, then took a clean disposable pad and placed it on the resident's bed. CNA A then took a clean washcloth and placed it in the gray bin filled with water. CNA A then used both soiled gloved hands, retrieved the washcloth from the gray bin and wrung the washcloth over the gray bin. CNA A continued using the same soiled gloves and continued with incontinent/peri care and retrieved several washcloths following the same process of putting her gloved hands in the gray bin with water, retrieving the washcloth, and wringing the washcloth of water over the bin. CNA A, having completed cleaning the resident's right buttock area, moved to the other side of the bed and instructed CNA B to leave the bedside to retrieve more disposable wipes. CNA B removed her gown and gloves, did not sanitize her hands, and left the resident's room. CNA A, removed her gloves, did not wash or sanitize her hands and took the clean sheet on the resident's bed and covered the resident. CNA B then returned to the bedside, took a pair of gloves and a gown that were stored on the resident's door and put on a new pair of gloves without washing or sanitizing her hands. CNA B returned to the left side of the bed, and CNA A opened Resident #31's bedroom door, took a pair of gloves that were stored on the door and put on the new pair of gloves without washing or sanitizing her hands. CNA A returned to the bedside and continued with incontinent/peri care. CNA A and CNA B then assisted Resident #31 onto her right side and CNA B then continued to clean the resident's left buttock of stool while CNA A continued to assist the resident onto the right side until care was completed. CNA A stayed with the resident, and CNA B left the bedside, removed her gloves and gown, and summoned the Treatment Nurse.<BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 9:41 a.m., CNA A stated, I feel like I skipped a couple of steps as far as rinsing and drying off the area (to Resident #31). CNA A revealed she had washed her hands prior to care, and stated, I washed me hands in the sink, then I washed the resident's bin that is used for a bed bath and then filled with water and placed on the bedside table. CNA A stated she should have changed her gloves after cleaning the stool, but insisted her gloves never got stool on them. CNA A revealed she had been moving from a dirty area to a clean area and should not have done that because it could spread infection. CNA A stated, we didn't have any sanitizer in there, I ain't gonna lie, we should have had sanitizer. You need to sanitize before putting on gloves and after you take them off to prevent infection. So, if I go to another resident then I run the risk of spreading something to the next person. CNA A revealed she should not have placed her gloves in the bin with water while she had wrung the washcloths because she dirtied the water and that was a break in infection control.<BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 10:00 a.m., CNA B stated she had sanitized her hands with the wall mounted hand sanitizer outside of Resident #31's room. CNA B revealed she had not sanitized or washed her hands between glove changes and realized she had moved from a dirty area to a clean area when providing care. CNA B stated it was considered cross contamination and could result in the resident getting sick. CNA B further stated, we didn't have sanitizer, maybe there was some in the resident's nightstand drawer but since it wasn't visible, I guess it was out of site out of mind.<BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 2:28 p.m., the DON revealed cross contamination and a break in infection control occurred when CNA A and CNA B moved from a dirty area to a clean area, and when they did not wash or sanitize their hands between glove changes which could result in the resident developing an infection. <BR/>Record review of the facility policy and procedure titled, Hand Hygiene/PPE, undated, revealed in part, .How to practice proper hand washing and hand hygiene .Wet hands with clean warm water .Apply appropriate amount of soap to your hands .Rub hands together vigorously for 20 seconds covering all surfaces of the hands, wrists and fingers, then rinse allowing water to drop from fingertips .When using hand sanitizer .Apply product to palm of one hand .Rub hands together covering all surfaces of hands, wrists, and fingers .Rub until hands are dry .Hand hygiene must be performed before touching a patient, after providing care, after removing gloves and PPE .and anytime you touch a contaminated surface .PPE works as a barrier to help protect you from potentially infectious agents that you may come in contact with while working with residents .

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to maintain medical records, in accordance with accepted professional standards and practices, that are complete; and accurately documented for 1 of 8 residents (Resident #31) reviewed for medical records: <BR/>The facility failed to ensure staff obtained a written order for Resident #31's use of a left arm sling.<BR/>This failure could result in residents not having an accurate overall view of their care and services.<BR/>The findings included:<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's face sheet dated 1/29/25 revealed a [AGE] year-old female admitted to the facility on [DATE] and re-admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses that included ataxia following cerebrovascular disease (a neurological condition characterized by a lack of muscle coordination, including difficulty with fine motor tasks and unsteady walking).<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's most recent annual MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident was severely cognitively impaired for daily decision-making skills and had a functional limitation in range of motion to both upper and lower extremities.<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's Order Summary Report dated 1/29/25 revealed there was no written order for the use of a left arm sling.<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's Nursing Progress Note dated 1/8/25 revealed the following:<BR/>-Seen by RN from hospice with new order to keep sling on left arm until 1/14/25, then hospice to re-assess. Continue prn pain medication for comfort. RP at facility and informed. Order noted and carried out.<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's MAR dated 1/29/25 revealed the following:<BR/>Resident to wear Left Arm Sling until 1/14/25, hospice to reassess related to left clavicle fracture every shift for left arm sling until 1/14/25.<BR/>Further review of Resident #31's MAR revealed the order had a stop date of 1/14/25 and nursing staff documenting the left arm sling was being utilized on 1/14/25.<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's comprehensive care plan dated 12/26/24 revealed the resident had an alteration in musculoskeletal status related to fracture of the clavicle. Interventions included to encourage/supervise/assist the resident with the use of supportive devices, sling, as recommended.<BR/>Observations on 1/29/25 at 8:11 a.m., 1/30/25 at 6:56 a.m., and 1/30/25 at 1:27 p.m. revealed Resident #31 in bed wearing a black arm sling on the left arm.<BR/>During an observation and interview on 1/29/25 at 8:22 a.m., CNA A stated, Resident #31 wore the black arm sling on the left arm due to contractures and wore the sling all the time except during showers. CNA A stated the resident's hospice nurse took care of the sling.<BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 1:47 p.m., LVN D revealed Resident #31 used the arm sling to the left arm related to a clavicle fracture. LVN D revealed Resident #31 had a repeat x-ray ordered by hospice and determined the resident should continue to use the left arm sling. LVN D confirmed Resident #31's Order Summary was not updated to reflect the resident needed to continue using the left arm sling per hospice recommendation. LVN D stated the communication to keep the arm sling in place should have been reflected in a physician's order. LVN D stated the order was necessary and would determine how long the arm sling needed to be in place. LVN D stated nursing staff referred to the physician's orders and communication nursing notes to determine resident care and services.<BR/>During an interview on 1/30/25 at 2:25 p.m., the DON revealed Resident #31 did not have a physician's order to continue the use of the left arm sling and further stated it was necessary as a means of instruction and monitoring it's use including if any skin issues should develop. <BR/>Record review of the facility policy and procedure titled Physician's Orders, dated 2015 revealed in part, .Purpose: To monitor and ensure the accuracy and completeness of the medication orders, treatment orders, and ADL order for each resident .

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on the observations, interviews, and record review the facility failed to ensure that the resident's environment remained free of accidents and hazards as was possible and each resident received adequate supervision to prevent accidents for 1 (Resident #60) of 2 residents reviewed for accidents. <BR/>The facility failed to make sure Resident #60's environment was free of sharp devices that could harm the resident such as a pair of nail clippers.<BR/>This failure could place the resident at risk of self-injury and complications with resident's diabetic condition.<BR/>Findings included:<BR/>Record review of Resident #60's admission Record dated 01/30/25, documented a [AGE] year-old male admitted to facility's secure unit on 05/30/24. His diagnoses included unspecified dementia (impaired ability to remember, think or make decisions that interferes with doing everyday activities), senile degeneration of the brain (gradual decline in cognitive function that involves the deterioration of brain cells and connections, leading to changes in memory, thinking, and behavior), type 2 diabetes mellitus (a chronic health condition that affects how the body turns food into energy) with diabetic chronic kidney disease (kidneys are damaged and can't filter blood the way they should), and anxiety disorder (a mental health disorder characterized by feelings of worry, anxiety, or fear that are strong enough to interfere with one's daily activities ).<BR/>Record review of Resident #60's Care Plan with Date Initiated 6/26/24 revealed resident was on anticoagulant therapy (a blood thinner). The interventions included Resident/family/caregiver teaching to include the following: Avoid activities that could result in injury, take precautions to avoid falls, signs/symptoms of bleeding .)<BR/>Record review of Resident #60's Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed a BIMS score of 12 indicating moderate cognitive impairment. <BR/>Observation and interview with Resident #60 on 01/29/25 at 4:15 pm, revealed resident was sitting in a wheelchair beside his bed with various clothes and personal items strewn about his bed, nightstand, and floor. Resident #60 stated he wanted to get his nails cut and cleaned and was holding a nail clipper and trying to figure out how to make it work. When the state surveyor suggested he wait for staff to come and assist him since he probably should be careful and not do that himself, Resident #60 replied, I know, I'm diabetic. ADON C was then informed by the state surveyor about the clippers. ADON A immediately went to Resident #60's room and secured the clippers. ADON C stated she did not know where he got the clippers and commented that Resident #60's family member often brought him items . <BR/>During an interview with the DON on 01/31/25 at 9:52 AM, the DON who has worked here about 1.5 months, was asked what could happen if a resident with diabetes has a nail clipper in their possession. The DON stated a resident could clip their fingernail and clip the skin and cause an infection. The DON stated Resident #60's family member brings him things, and they will have to monitor that closer and educate the family with a loved one in memory care that people wander, and they could pick up items and walk away. The DON stated podiatry came to do nails at the facility, and the podiatrist was at the facility recently. The DON also stated they did not have a policy on accidents and hazards.

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews and record reviews the facility failed to develop and implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan for each resident, consistent with the resident rights that includes measurable objectives and timeframes to meet a resident's medical, nursing, and mental and psychosocial needs that are identified in the comprehensive assessment and describes the services that are to be furnished to attain or maintain the resident's highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being for 1 of 7 (Resident #2) residents in that:<BR/>Resident #2's fall mat was not on the ground near her bed as specified in her care plan. Resident #2 had a fall and had behaviors and required a fall mat to prevent injury. <BR/>This deficient practice could place residents at risk for not receiving proper care and services due to incomplete care plans.<BR/>The Findings were:<BR/>Record Review of Resident #2's admission Record dated 3/17/2025 reflected she was admitted on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE]. Resident #2's diagnoses included dementia (a general term for a decline in mental ability that interferes with daily life, encompassing various conditions affecting memory, thinking, and reasoning), repeated falls, pressure ulcer of sacral region stage 4, and seizure (sudden, temporary disruptions in brain electrical activity that can cause changes in behavior, movement, sensation, and awareness.) <BR/>Record Review of Resident #2's Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] reflected her BIMS score was 15/15 (cognitively intact), she had impairments to both lower extremities, she required substantial/maximal assistance with bathing, upper/lower body dressing, and with footwear. Resident #2 had repeated falls, and osteoporosis (a condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and prone to fractures, often developing silently until a fracture occurs.) with fracture. Section in Behaviors was listed, Resident #2 had a rejection behavior exhibited 1 to 3 days .<BR/>Record Review of Resident #2's Care Plan dated 1/6/2025 reflected Resident #2 had physical behaviors such as pounding on the bed with fists repeatedly, and it may be possible that she intentionally places self on the fall mats. Resident #2 had an actual fall in August 2024 and interventions were fall mats.<BR/>Record review of the visitor log, showed a signature for Resident #2's family dated 3/19/2025.<BR/>In an observation on 3/18/2025 at 3:48 PM with Resident #2, she was lying in bed with covers on her. Resident #2's right-side fall mat was vertical against a chair . <BR/>In an interview on 3/19/2025 at 3:28 PM, the DON stated Resident #2 had a visitor and they must have moved the mat out of the way and forgot to put it back. <BR/>In an interview on 3/20/2025 at 5:41 PM, Resident #2 stated she could not remember if she had visitors/family this week. Resident #2 stated a staff person put the mat on the side, vertical, but was not sure of the staff's name. <BR/>In an interview on 3/21/2025 at 1:11 PM, Resident #2's family stated she did visit on Wednesday (3/19/2025) and she did move the mat,so she could move the chair closer to Resident #2. Resident #2's family stated she put the mat back before she left for the day. <BR/>In an interview on 3/21/2025 at 11:27 AM, the SW stated Resident #2 was interviewable and alert and oriented most of the time. <BR/>In an interview on 3/21/2025 at 3:16 PM, the DON stated the fall mats did not have to have orders but was in the care plan for behaviors. <BR/>In an interview on 3/19/2025 at 2:33 PM with the MDS LVN B stated Resident #2's fall mats were for behaviors, throwing herself to floor.<BR/>Record review of policy titled comprehensive Care Planning, with no date, reflected The facility will develop and implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan for each resident, consistent with the residents' rights that includes measurable objectives and timeframes to meet a resident's medical, nursing and mental psychosocial needs that are identified in the comprehensive assessment. Each resident will have a person-centered comprehensive care plan developed and implement to meet his other preferences and goals, and address the resident's medical, physical and mental and psychosocial needs.

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on the observations, interviews, and record review the facility failed to ensure that the resident's environment remained free of accidents and hazards as was possible and each resident received adequate supervision to prevent accidents for 1 (Resident #60) of 2 residents reviewed for accidents. <BR/>The facility failed to make sure Resident #60's environment was free of sharp devices that could harm the resident such as a pair of nail clippers.<BR/>This failure could place the resident at risk of self-injury and complications with resident's diabetic condition.<BR/>Findings included:<BR/>Record review of Resident #60's admission Record dated 01/30/25, documented a [AGE] year-old male admitted to facility's secure unit on 05/30/24. His diagnoses included unspecified dementia (impaired ability to remember, think or make decisions that interferes with doing everyday activities), senile degeneration of the brain (gradual decline in cognitive function that involves the deterioration of brain cells and connections, leading to changes in memory, thinking, and behavior), type 2 diabetes mellitus (a chronic health condition that affects how the body turns food into energy) with diabetic chronic kidney disease (kidneys are damaged and can't filter blood the way they should), and anxiety disorder (a mental health disorder characterized by feelings of worry, anxiety, or fear that are strong enough to interfere with one's daily activities ).<BR/>Record review of Resident #60's Care Plan with Date Initiated 6/26/24 revealed resident was on anticoagulant therapy (a blood thinner). The interventions included Resident/family/caregiver teaching to include the following: Avoid activities that could result in injury, take precautions to avoid falls, signs/symptoms of bleeding .)<BR/>Record review of Resident #60's Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed a BIMS score of 12 indicating moderate cognitive impairment. <BR/>Observation and interview with Resident #60 on 01/29/25 at 4:15 pm, revealed resident was sitting in a wheelchair beside his bed with various clothes and personal items strewn about his bed, nightstand, and floor. Resident #60 stated he wanted to get his nails cut and cleaned and was holding a nail clipper and trying to figure out how to make it work. When the state surveyor suggested he wait for staff to come and assist him since he probably should be careful and not do that himself, Resident #60 replied, I know, I'm diabetic. ADON C was then informed by the state surveyor about the clippers. ADON A immediately went to Resident #60's room and secured the clippers. ADON C stated she did not know where he got the clippers and commented that Resident #60's family member often brought him items . <BR/>During an interview with the DON on 01/31/25 at 9:52 AM, the DON who has worked here about 1.5 months, was asked what could happen if a resident with diabetes has a nail clipper in their possession. The DON stated a resident could clip their fingernail and clip the skin and cause an infection. The DON stated Resident #60's family member brings him things, and they will have to monitor that closer and educate the family with a loved one in memory care that people wander, and they could pick up items and walk away. The DON stated podiatry came to do nails at the facility, and the podiatrist was at the facility recently. The DON also stated they did not have a policy on accidents and hazards.

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on the observations, interviews, and record review the facility failed to ensure that the resident's environment remained free of accidents and hazards as was possible and each resident received adequate supervision to prevent accidents for 1 (Resident #60) of 2 residents reviewed for accidents. <BR/>The facility failed to make sure Resident #60's environment was free of sharp devices that could harm the resident such as a pair of nail clippers.<BR/>This failure could place the resident at risk of self-injury and complications with resident's diabetic condition.<BR/>Findings included:<BR/>Record review of Resident #60's admission Record dated 01/30/25, documented a [AGE] year-old male admitted to facility's secure unit on 05/30/24. His diagnoses included unspecified dementia (impaired ability to remember, think or make decisions that interferes with doing everyday activities), senile degeneration of the brain (gradual decline in cognitive function that involves the deterioration of brain cells and connections, leading to changes in memory, thinking, and behavior), type 2 diabetes mellitus (a chronic health condition that affects how the body turns food into energy) with diabetic chronic kidney disease (kidneys are damaged and can't filter blood the way they should), and anxiety disorder (a mental health disorder characterized by feelings of worry, anxiety, or fear that are strong enough to interfere with one's daily activities ).<BR/>Record review of Resident #60's Care Plan with Date Initiated 6/26/24 revealed resident was on anticoagulant therapy (a blood thinner). The interventions included Resident/family/caregiver teaching to include the following: Avoid activities that could result in injury, take precautions to avoid falls, signs/symptoms of bleeding .)<BR/>Record review of Resident #60's Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed a BIMS score of 12 indicating moderate cognitive impairment. <BR/>Observation and interview with Resident #60 on 01/29/25 at 4:15 pm, revealed resident was sitting in a wheelchair beside his bed with various clothes and personal items strewn about his bed, nightstand, and floor. Resident #60 stated he wanted to get his nails cut and cleaned and was holding a nail clipper and trying to figure out how to make it work. When the state surveyor suggested he wait for staff to come and assist him since he probably should be careful and not do that himself, Resident #60 replied, I know, I'm diabetic. ADON C was then informed by the state surveyor about the clippers. ADON A immediately went to Resident #60's room and secured the clippers. ADON C stated she did not know where he got the clippers and commented that Resident #60's family member often brought him items . <BR/>During an interview with the DON on 01/31/25 at 9:52 AM, the DON who has worked here about 1.5 months, was asked what could happen if a resident with diabetes has a nail clipper in their possession. The DON stated a resident could clip their fingernail and clip the skin and cause an infection. The DON stated Resident #60's family member brings him things, and they will have to monitor that closer and educate the family with a loved one in memory care that people wander, and they could pick up items and walk away. The DON stated podiatry came to do nails at the facility, and the podiatrist was at the facility recently. The DON also stated they did not have a policy on accidents and hazards.

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure residents' had the right to formulate an advanced directive for 1 of 24 residents (Resident #5) reviewed for advance directives. <BR/>Resident #5's OOH-DNR form was invalid because the attending physician's license number, physician's date signed, and physician's printed name were missing from the form.<BR/>This failure could result in a resident's DNR not being executed.<BR/>The findings included:<BR/>Record review of Resident #5's face sheet dated, 12/14/2023, reflected a [AGE] year-old female most recently admitted on [DATE] and diagnoses included: Dementia (a general term for the impaired ability to remember, think, or make decisions that interferes with doing everyday activities).<BR/>Record review of Resident #5's comprehensive person-centered care plan, dated 12/15/2023 reflected [Resident #5] had an order for Do Not Resuscitate with an initiated date of 12/12/2023.<BR/>Record review of Resident #5's clinical records reflected a OOH-DNR, dated 11/28/23, lacking a primary physician license number, physician's date signed, and physician's printed name.<BR/>Interview on 12/14/2023 at 11:03 AM, the SW stated he was the sole staff responsible for coordinating advance directives for the existing residents. The SW stated when an existing resident wished to execute an advance directive, he would review it to determine whether it was complete and can be entered into the EHR. The SW stated he was not aware of Resident #5's current documented DNR missing a primary physician license number, physician's date signed, and physician's printed name and stated this DNR was received via a fax from Resident #5's hospice agency. The SW stated he did not have a fax and stated he was aware of the Medical Records Staff receiving faxes from hospice directly which would result in himself not being able to review it for completion before being entered into the EHR. The SW stated the risk associated with entering an incomplete DNR would be that a resident could have their DNR not executed.<BR/>Interview on 12/14/2023 at 11:15 AM, the Medical Records Staff stated she did have a fax and stated she received faxes directly from hospice agencies that included signed DNRs. The Medical Records Staff stated she did not receive Resident #5's DNR and noted the upload to the EHR was completed by the ADM.<BR/>Interview on 12/14/23 11:31 AM the ADM stated she was not aware of Resident #5's DNR missing a primary physician license number, physician's date signed, and physician's printed name. The ADM stated she did not know how DNR's were executed. The ADM stated she did not know who coordinated DNR's in the facility. The ADM stated she did not know who received DNR's in the facility. The ADM stated she did not know who uploaded the DNR into the EHR and denied uploading any herself. The ADM stated she did not know what the risks of an incomplete DNR were.<BR/>Record review of facility advance directives policy, titled Advance Directive, dated February 13, 2007, reflected The facility must provide the attending physician with any information relating to a known existing Directive to Physician and/or Living Will or Durable Power of Attorney for health care and assist with coordination physician's orders with any resident directive.

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to promote care for residents in a manner and in an environment that maintained or enhanced dignity and respect for 2 of 2 Residents (Resident #18 and Resident # 27) reviewed for resident rights in that: <BR/>Student Nurse Aide N stood while feeding Resident #27 and Resident #18 on 10/23/22 during the lunch meal.<BR/>This deficient practice could affect residents who assistance with eating and could contribute to feelings of poor self esteem and decreased self-worth. <BR/>The findings were: <BR/>Record Review of Resident # 18's face sheet dated 10/25/2022 revealed she was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] and had diagnoses that included the following: epilepsy, cerebral palsy, dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase; unspecified atrial fibrillation; anxiety disorder; essential hypertension; dementia without behavior disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance and anxiety. <BR/>Record review of Resident #18's Annual MDS dated [DATE] revealed she had a BIMS of 1 which indicated she had severe cognitive impairment. <BR/>Record review of Resident #18's care plan revised on 3/24/21 revealed she required assistance of one person with eating.<BR/>Record Review of Resident # 27's face sheet dated 10/25/2022 revealed she was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] and had diagnoses that included the following: dementia in other diseases classified elsewhere with behavioral disturbance; obstructive hydrocephalus; essential primary hypertension; dysphagia, pharyngeal phase; and gastro esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis. <BR/>Record review of Resident #27's Significant Change MDS dated [DATE] revealed she had a BIMS of 1 which indicated she had severe cognitive impairment.<BR/>Record review of Resident #27's care plan revised on 9/15/21 revealed she was toatlly dependent on staff for eating.<BR/>During an observation on 10/23/2022 at 12:48 p.m., in the large dining room area on the unlocked unit, Student Nurse Aide N was standing while feeding Resident #27 and Resident #18 during the lunch meal.<BR/>During an interview on 10/23/2022 at 1:14 p.m. with Student Nurse Aide N, stated standing while feeding the residents could make them not feel good and no I should not be standing while feeding Resident #18 and Resident #27.<BR/>During an interview on 10/25/2022 at 7:06 p.m. with the DON, the DON stated staff should not be standing when feeding the Residents and stated it could be intimidating. <BR/>Record review of the facility policy Resident Rights IS 03-2.0 stated, We believe each resident has a right to a dignified existence, self-determination, and communication with access to persons and services inside and outside our facility. We protect and promote the following rights of each resident.

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to ensure residents were given psychotropic medications to treat specific diagnoses for 1 (Resident #31) of 24 Residents, reviewed for unnecessary psychotropic medications in that:<BR/>The facility failed to ensure the medication (Seroquel) was administered to treat a specific diagnosis for Resident #31.<BR/>This failure could affect residents who received psychotropics in the facility and put them at risk for adverse consequences such as impairment or decline in an individual's mental or physical condition or functional or psychosocial status.<BR/>The findings included:<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's face sheet reflected a [AGE] year-old with an admission date of 06/01/2023 a primary diagnosis of Unspecified Sequelae of Unspecified Cerebrovascular Disease (a group of conditions that affect blood flow and the blood vessels in the brain), depression, and generalized anxiety disorder.<BR/>Record review of Resident #31's physician orders dated 12/14/2023 reflected an order for Seroquel (an antipsychotic medication used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder) that reflected Give 1 tablet by mouth at bedtime for mood Take with Seroquel 100 mg to equal 150 mg at bedtime and an order date 12/01/2023. Further review of the physician order history reflected the earliest recorded order for Seroquel was dated 06/12/2023 with the same diagnosis of mood. <BR/>Interview on 12/14/2023 at 5:01 PM, ADON A stated she was not aware of the current diagnosed reason for Resident #31's Seroquel. ADON A stated Resident #31 was diagnosed with depression and anxiety and the Seroquel was for those two diagnoses. ADON A stated her expectation for resident's EHR to be an accurate depiction of the resident's care and that the reason given for any antipsychotics should be a precise diagnosis.<BR/>Interview on 12/15/2023 at 11:40 AM, the PharmD stated she was not aware of Resident #31's listed diagnosis for Seroquel and stated she was not sure if she would question mood as a diagnosis, and would consider the other medications as a whole. The PharmD stated she has seen antipsychotics be ordered for pure symptoms before, and has questioned it, to which she would notate it in a physician letter. The PharmD stated she did not see a risk in a resident's EHR to be administering an antipsychotic without a specific diagnosis.<BR/>Record review of the facility's psychotropic medication policy titled Psychotropic Drugs, dated revised 10/25/17, reflected The facility must ensure that---1. Residents who have not used psychotropic drugs are not given these drugs unless the medication is necessary to treat a specific condition as diagnosed and documented in the clinical record.

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, observation, and interview the facility failed to ensure that a resident who needs respiratory care, including tracheostomy care and tracheal suctioning, is provided such care, consistent with professional standards of practice, the comprehensive person-centered care plan, the residents' goals, and preferences for 1 of 24 residents (Resident #17) reviewed for respiratory care, in that: <BR/>Resident #17 did not have sufficient oxygen flow based on the physician's order.<BR/>This failure could place residents at-risk of inadequate oxygen availability.<BR/>The findings included:<BR/>Record review of Resident #17's face sheet, dated 12/14/23, reflected a [AGE] year-old male with an admission date of 12/08/2023 with diagnoses which included acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure.<BR/>Record review of Resident #17's comprehensive person-centered care plan, dated 12/15/2023, reflected The resident has PRN Oxygen Therapy r/t CHF.<BR/>Record review of Resident #17's Physician Order Summary of all orders, dated 12/14/23, reflected there was an order for oxygen administration at .3L/NC continuous for SOB.<BR/>Observation on 12/12/2022 at 2:51 PM revealed the oxygen level on the oxygen concentration machine to be at 1L/MIN.<BR/>Observation on 12/14/2023 at 3:18 PM revealed the oxygen level on the oxygen concentration machine to be at 2L/MIN.<BR/>Interview and observation on 12/14/2023 at 3:34 PM, LVN B stated Resident #17 received continuous oxygen. LVN B stated she checked the oxygen anytime she was in his room and last rounded on Resident #17 between 3:00 and 3:15 PM today (12/14/2023). LVN B stated the oxygen flow rate was not appropriate and was observed in monitoring Resident #17's pulse oximetry. LVN B stated Resident #17 could not move his oxygen concentrator settings. LVN B stated the oxygen concentration was changed by the hospice care. LVN B stated Resident #17's oxygen saturation levels were above 95% based on the last oxygen saturation diagnostic. LVN B stated the risk associated with not maintaining Resident #17's oxygen flow rate was that Resident #17 might experience a shortness of breath.<BR/>Interview on 12/14/2022 at 4:44 PM, ADON A stated her expectation for all staff providing care to residents would be to notify nursing staff if there is a concern with compliance with the resident's physician's orders. ADON A stated nursing staff complete wellness checks on residents every 2 hours, but some are more or less as needed based on their comprehensive care plan. ADON A stated she would expect nursing staff to be able to review the physician's orders to ensure Resident #17's oxygen flow rate was at 3L/MIN and anything lower could result in Resident #12 to experience shortness of breath.<BR/>Record review of the facility's policy titled Nasal Cannula dated October, 2002 reflected step #1 in the procedure for providing oxygen treatment is to: Verify physician's order.