Golfview Nursing Center
Inspection history, citations, penalties and survey trends for this long-term care facility in Saint Petersburg, Florida.
- Location
- 3636 10th Ave N, Saint Petersburg, Florida 33713
- CMS Provider Number
- 105409
- Inspections on file
- 20
- Latest survey
- December 30, 2025
- Citations (last 12 mo.)
- 2
Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Golfview Nursing Center during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
A resident filed a formal grievance about ants in her room, but the facility failed to document the grievance in the log, did not maintain the original grievance form, and did not provide evidence of prompt resolution. Staff were unaware of the outcome, and the process outlined in the grievance policy was not followed.
A resident alleged that a staff member spoke to her aggressively and yelled, submitting a grievance through facility channels. The grievance was passed among staff but was not documented or reported to the state agency as required by policy and law. The resident was not informed of the outcome, and the original grievance form was missing.
A resident was transferred or discharged without adequate consideration of their needs and preferences, and without proper preparation to ensure a safe transition. The facility did not complete the necessary steps to support the resident's well-being during and after the transfer/discharge.
A resident with cognitive issues sustained skin tears during an altercation with a CNA, who reported the incident internally. However, the facility failed to report the abuse allegation to authorities within the required two-hour timeframe, leading to a four-hour delay. Interviews revealed communication breakdowns and a failure to recognize the incident as an abuse allegation promptly.
A facility failed to ensure a safe and orderly discharge for a resident with psychiatric conditions, who was cleared to return from the hospital but was not accepted back by the facility. The resident's discharge plan was not evaluated, and the bed hold agreement was not honored. Despite being stable, the facility's administrator refused the resident's return, leading to the resident's discharge to another LTC facility.
A facility failed to readmit a resident after hospitalization, despite the hospital rescinding the involuntary hospitalization and deeming the resident stable. The resident, with a history of psychiatric conditions, was initially hospitalized for aggressive behavior. The facility's NHA refused readmission, citing concerns about the short hospital stay and previous behavior. The facility's policy on transfer and discharge was not followed, and there was a lack of proper documentation and communication regarding the resident's discharge and potential readmission.
A resident accused a CNA of causing bruises during care, but the facility failed to report the allegation within the required two-hour timeframe. The incident involved the resident becoming combative, and the CNA calling for help. Despite staff awareness, the report was delayed, leading to a deficiency finding.
A resident with chronic pain and bed confinement status requested therapy to regain mobility but did not receive it due to the facility's reliance on a full body mechanical lift, which caused her pain. Despite her requests and the DON's referral, therapy services were not provided, citing lack of motivation. The NHA questioned this assessment, as the resident repeatedly asked for therapy.
The facility failed to maintain complete medical records for 24 current residents. A beneficiary notice requested for a resident could not be provided because the facility did not have access to the previous electronic medical record system. The facility began using a new system in May 2023 and did not have access to records prior to 4/31/2023. Policies indicated that records should be retained for 7 years or as outlined by payer contracts, and in accordance with State and Federal regulations.
The facility failed to adhere to professional standards for food service safety, including improper storage and labeling of food in the upright freezer, unsanitary conditions and improper temperature control in the walk-in cooler, and uncleanliness and improper labeling in Station #2's nourishment refrigerator. There was also confusion regarding the responsibility for cleaning the nourishment room refrigerators.
The facility failed to provide requested medical records for a resident due to a transition to a new electronic medical record system and lack of access to the old system. Despite facility policies requiring record retention, the facility could not fulfill the request, leading to a deficiency in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Failure to Promptly Resolve and Document Resident Grievance
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A resident reported the presence of ants in her room and filed a formal grievance regarding this issue. The grievance was submitted on 12/22/2025, and the resident provided a photo of the written grievance. However, a review of the facility's grievance log for December 2025 did not show any record of this grievance. Staff interviews confirmed that the grievance was submitted to the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) by Social Services, but there was no follow-up or documentation of the outcome. The NHA acknowledged receiving the grievance and stated that the Plant Director observed ants in the resident's room, but the original grievance form could not be located. The facility's policy requires that all grievances be documented, tracked, and resolved promptly, with evidence of the results maintained for at least three years. Despite these requirements, the facility failed to document the grievance in the log, did not maintain the original grievance form, and did not provide evidence of prompt resolution. Staff involved were unaware of the outcome, and the process outlined in the facility's grievance policy was not followed.
Failure to Report Alleged Verbal Abuse to State Agency
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The facility failed to ensure that an allegation of verbal abuse involving a resident was reported to the appropriate state agency in accordance with state law and facility policy. A resident filed a grievance alleging that a staff member, the Plant Director, was aggressive and yelled at her. The grievance was submitted to the Activities Director, who then passed it to the Social Services Director, and subsequently to the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA). Despite this, the resident was not informed of the outcome, and the original grievance form could not be located by the NHA. Interviews with involved staff confirmed the sequence of reporting, but none were aware of any further action or outcome regarding the grievance. A review of facility records revealed no documentation of the grievance for the relevant month, and the facility's policies require that all allegations of abuse, neglect, or mistreatment be reported to the state survey agency and other officials within five working days. The investigation found that the facility did not follow its own procedures or state law in reporting the alleged abuse, as there was no evidence that the incident was reported to the governing agency or that the results of any investigation were submitted as required.
Failure to Ensure Safe and Resident-Centered Transfer/Discharge
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The facility failed to ensure that the transfer or discharge process met the resident's needs and preferences, and did not adequately prepare the resident for a safe transfer or discharge. This deficiency was identified based on observations and documentation that indicated the resident's individual requirements and choices were not fully considered or addressed during the transfer/discharge planning process. As a result, the resident was not properly prepared for a safe transition, and the necessary steps to ensure their well-being during and after the transfer/discharge were not completed as required.
Delayed Reporting of Abuse Allegation
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The facility failed to report an allegation of abuse within the required two-hour timeframe for a resident who had sustained skin tears during an altercation with a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). The incident occurred when the resident, who had a history of cognitive and behavioral issues, became combative with the CNA, resulting in the CNA grabbing the resident's arm to protect herself. The resident later alleged that the CNA's actions caused the skin tears. The incident was first reported internally at 10:30 a.m. by the CNA involved, but the Director of Nursing (DON) and the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) were not informed until approximately 2:30 p.m., leading to a delay in the official reporting of the abuse allegation to the authorities. The facility's policy mandates that such allegations be reported within two hours, but the report was not made until 4:30 p.m., four hours after the incident was initially reported internally. Interviews with staff revealed a breakdown in communication and reporting procedures. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) on duty did not immediately recognize the incident as an abuse allegation and failed to initiate the reporting process promptly. The DON and NHA both acknowledged that they should have been notified earlier, and the facility's training materials clearly outlined the requirement for immediate reporting of abuse allegations.
Plan Of Correction
1. The allegation related to Resident #1 was reported promptly upon notification to Administrator/Coordinator and within 2-hour timeframe. CNA was suspended immediately upon notification of allegation by Director of Nursing. Resident #1 received appropriate interventions, including emotional support and follow-up assessments. Resident #1 remained at her behavioral baseline, in no mental anguish, and participating in her normal activities. 2. Administrator/Designee interviewed all alert and oriented residents on Staff D CNA's assignment were interviewed on and all not alert and oriented residents had skin assessments completed to observe for any possible signs of. No other residents were affected. Administrator/Designee conducted staff interviews on to identify any possible concerns. No concerns identified. A comprehensive review of all incidents over the last 90 days was completed by Director of Nursing/Designee to identify any potential un-reported allegations. No new findings were identified. 3. Administrator/Designee educated all staff on Neglect and Misappropriation Reporting Policies and Procedures and completed Post-Test. All education and post-tests were completed by or prior to their next scheduled shift. Administrator/Designee to educate all new hires on Policies and Procedures and post-test completed during new-hire orientation. DON/Designee completed written coaching with Staff F, Weekend Supervisor and Staff H, RN to ensure moving forward reporting process is followed. Administrator implemented random interviews with residents, staff, and families to be conducted by different members of the Interdisciplinary Team weekly x 3 months to ensure no events go un-reported. Administrator/Designee will review completed interviews daily to determine if any concerns need to be reported. 4. Administrator/Designee will complete daily audits of all incident reports x4 weeks then 3x a week audits for 3 months or until substantial compliance is achieved. Non-compliance in the reporting process will result in corrective training and disciplinary actions. Results of audits will be taken to monthly QAPI x3 months or until substantial compliance is achieved.
Failure to Ensure Safe and Orderly Discharge
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The facility failed to ensure a safe and orderly discharge for a resident who wished to return to the community when medically cleared. The resident's discharge plan was not evaluated, and her wish to return to the community was not honored. An involuntary hospital transfer was rescinded, but the facility did not document any attempts to ensure a safe and orderly transfer back to the facility. The resident remained in the hospital for an additional 17 days awaiting an appropriate discharge location, and the bed hold agreement was not honored without documentation of the cause. The resident, who had a history of psychiatric conditions including PTSD, conversion disorder, depression, schizophrenia, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and insomnia, was admitted to the hospital for altered mental status and aggressive behavior. Despite being deemed stable and cleared to return to the facility by the hospital's psychiatry services, the facility's administrator refused to accept the resident back, citing previous aggressive behavior. The facility did not respond to multiple attempts by the hospital to contact them regarding the resident's discharge. The facility's policy required notification and preparation for transfer or discharge, but the Nursing Home Transfer and Discharge Notice for the resident was incomplete and lacked necessary signatures. The facility's failure to follow its own procedures and communicate effectively with the hospital resulted in the resident being discharged to another long-term care facility instead of returning to the original facility.
Plan Of Correction
1. Resident #2 was discharged to the hospital due to endangering herself or others in the facility. Resident #2 did not return to the facility. 2. Administrator/designee reviewed all discharges in the last 3 months to ensure discharge preferences were followed, bed hold agreements were completed, and Nursing Home Transfer and DC Notice forms were completed. 3. Administrator/Designee educated licensed nurses and Social Services Director to ensure Discharge policies and procedures are followed. Administrator/Designee will conduct daily audits to ensure residents' Discharge Care Plan was followed, bed hold, and Nursing Home Transfer & DC Forms are completed accurately for 4 weeks and then 3 times weekly for 3 months or until substantial compliance is achieved. 4. Administrator/Designee to report all audit findings to monthly QAPI meetings for 3 months or until substantial compliance is achieved.
Failure to Readmit Resident After Hospitalization
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The facility failed to permit the readmission of a resident from the hospital after an involuntary hospitalization, which exceeded the bed-hold policy. The resident, who had a history of psychiatric conditions including PTSD, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder, was initially admitted to the hospital due to aggressive behavior. Despite being deemed stable and safe to return by the hospital's psychiatric services, the facility's Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) refused to readmit the resident, citing concerns about the short duration of the hospital stay and the resident's previous behavior. The facility's policy on admission, transfer, and discharge was not adhered to, as the resident was not allowed to return despite the hospital rescinding the involuntary hospitalization. The NHA did not receive further communication from the hospital or the resident's family, and assumed the resident went with a family member. The facility's records showed an incomplete discharge notice and a bed-hold agreement that was not rescinded, indicating a lack of proper documentation and communication regarding the resident's discharge and potential readmission. Interviews with staff revealed inconsistencies in handling residents with aggressive behaviors, as other residents with similar issues were managed with 1:1 supervision and psychiatric follow-up without being involuntarily hospitalized. The facility's failure to readmit the resident after hospitalization, despite the hospital's clearance, highlights a deficiency in adhering to transfer and discharge rights, as well as a lack of consistent application of policies for managing residents with behavioral issues.
Plan Of Correction
1. Resident #2 was discharged to the hospital due to being a danger to herself and others. NHA spoke to the hospital and requested additional testing and a true evaluation be completed and then did not hear from the hospital after. Resident #2 was admitted to another Skilled Nursing Facility in the area. 2. Administrator/Designee reviewed all transfers to the hospital for the last 3 months. No other residents identified as not being permitted to return. 3. Administrator/Designee educated all licensed nurses and Social Services Director on Discharge Policies and Procedures. Administrator/Designee to conduct daily audits on all facility transfers x4 weeks and then 3 x weekly or until substantial compliance is achieved to ensure resident preferences to return to the facility are upheld. 4. Administrator/Designee to bring all audits to monthly QAPI meetings x 3 months or until substantial compliance is achieved.
Delayed Reporting of Allegation of Neglect
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The facility failed to report an allegation of neglect within the required two-hour timeframe for a resident. The incident involved a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and a resident, where the resident accused the CNA of grabbing her arm and causing bruises. The facility's policy mandates immediate reporting of such allegations, especially if they result in serious bodily injury, but the report was delayed. The incident began when the resident requested assistance from the CNA, who was attending to another resident at the time. Upon returning to assist the resident, the CNA reported that the resident became combative, grabbing the CNA's shirt and hitting her. The CNA called for help, and other staff members responded. The resident later alleged that the CNA had grabbed her arm tightly, causing bruises. The incident was not reported to the Nursing Home Administrator until several hours later, despite staff being aware of the situation earlier in the day. Interviews with staff revealed that the CNA involved was suspended during the investigation, and the Director of Nursing was informed of the incident later in the afternoon. The delay in reporting was attributed to a lack of immediate investigation and communication among staff. The resident's care plan noted self-neglect behaviors and a history of refusing care, which may have contributed to the incident. However, the facility's failure to adhere to its reporting policy resulted in a deficiency finding.
Plan Of Correction
1. The allegation related to Resident #1 was reported promptly upon notification to Administrator/Coordinator and within 2-hour timeframe. CNA was suspended immediately upon notification of allegation by Director of Nursing. Resident #1 received appropriate interventions, including emotional support and follow-up assessments. Resident #1 remained at her behavioral baseline, in no mental anguish, and participating in her normal activities. 2. Administrator/Designee interviewed all alert and oriented residents on Staff D CNA's assignment were interviewed on and all not alert and oriented residents had skin assessments completed to observe for any possible signs of. No other residents were affected. Administrator/Designee conducted staff interviews on to identify any possible concerns. No concerns identified. A comprehensive review of all incidents over the last 90 days was completed by Director of Nursing/Designee to identify any potential un-reported allegations. No new findings were identified. 3. Administrator/Designee educated all staff on Neglect, and Misappropriation Reporting Policies and Procedures and completed Post-Test. All education and post-tests were completed by or prior to their next scheduled shift. Administrator/Designee to educate all new hires on Policies and Procedures and post-test completed during new-hire orientation. DON/Designee completed written coaching with Staff F, Weekend Supervisor and Staff H, RN to ensure moving forward reporting process is followed. Administrator implemented random interviews with residents, staff, and families to be conducted by different members of the Interdisciplinary Team weekly x 3 months to ensure no events go un-reported. Administrator/Designee will review completed interviews daily to determine if any concerns need to be reported. 4. Administrator/Designee will complete daily audits of all incident reports x4 weeks then 3x a week audits for 3 months or until substantial compliance is achieved. Non-compliance in the reporting process will result in corrective training and disciplinary actions. Results of audits will be taken to monthly QAPI x3 months or until substantial compliance is achieved.
Failure to Provide Requested Therapy Services
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The facility failed to preserve the quality of life related to therapy services for a resident who expressed a desire to regain strength and mobility. The resident, who was admitted with multiple medical diagnoses including chronic pain and bed confinement, reported that she had not received therapy for over a year despite her requests. She expressed a desire to participate in therapy to regain the ability to sit on the side of her bed and use her wheelchair, but stated that the CNAs had not been assisting her as expected. The resident also mentioned that the use of a full body mechanical lift caused her significant pain, leading to a hospital visit. Interviews with the Director of Therapy and the Director of Nursing (DON) revealed discrepancies in the facility's response to the resident's requests for therapy. The Director of Therapy indicated that the resident was screened but not picked up for therapy services due to her refusal to use the full body mechanical lift, which was deemed necessary for therapy. The DON, however, had put in a referral for therapy services and questioned the therapy department's decision, as the resident had expressed a desire for therapy and could potentially have experienced a decline in her condition. The Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) noted that the resident was documented as lacking motivation, which was cited as a reason for not providing therapy services. However, the NHA was uncertain about this assessment, given the resident's repeated requests for therapy. The facility's policy on providing specialized rehabilitative and restorative services was not effectively implemented, as the resident's care plan and therapy needs were not adequately addressed, leading to a deficiency in maintaining the resident's quality of life.
Failure to Maintain Complete Medical Records
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The facility failed to maintain complete medical records for 24 current residents out of a total resident census of 47. On 5/14/24, a beneficiary notice was requested for a resident, but the facility could not provide it because they did not have access to the resident's full medical record. The Interim Nursing Home Administrator stated that the facility did not have access to the previous electronic medical record system, which contained the necessary document. The Medical Records Director confirmed that the facility began using a new electronic medical record system in May 2023 and did not have access to any residents' medical records prior to 4/31/2023. A review of the facility's policies revealed that medical records should be retained for a period of 7 years from the date of discharge or as outlined by payer contracts, and in accordance with State and Federal regulations.
Food Storage and Cleanliness Deficiencies
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The facility failed to store, prepare, distribute, and serve food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety. During an initial tour of the kitchen, several open and undated bags of vegetables were found in the upright freezer, with one bag being punctured. The walk-in cooler was observed to have a liquid puddle and food debris under a crate containing bags of onions. The Dietary Manager was unaware of the issue and did not clean the area promptly. Additionally, the walk-in cooler's temperature was recorded at 52 degrees Fahrenheit, which was later corrected to 36 degrees Fahrenheit after the food was inspected and potentially unsafe items were discarded. However, the initial unsanitary conditions and improper temperature control were noted as deficiencies. Further observations revealed that Station #2's nourishment refrigerator contained undated and improperly labeled food items, including a take-out container and a covered bowl of mashed potatoes and gravy. The freezer section had frost and an open frozen bottle of soda, along with food debris in both compartments. There was confusion between the Dietary Manager and the Director of Nursing regarding the responsibility for cleaning the nourishment room refrigerators. The contracted Registered Dietitian confirmed that there was no specific facility policy for cleaning these refrigerators, and it was suggested that this task should fall under the general Dietary/Kitchen Policy for maintenance and cleaning of dietary equipment.
Failure to Provide Requested Medical Records
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The facility failed to obtain and provide copies of a portion of a medical record requested for a resident. A subpoena dated 1/29/2024 required the facility to deliver medical treatment records, billing statements, and Power of Attorney documentation for the resident from 8/1/2022 to the current date by 2/28/2024. However, the Medical Records Director (MRD) reported that the facility changed to a new electronic medical record system in April 2023 and was unable to provide documents prior to 4/31/2023. The party requesting the records was not informed that records from 2022 to 4/31/2023 were missing in the provided documents. The Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) had sent an email to the corporate office about the inability to access medical records prior to 4/31/2023 due to lack of payment, but no resolution was achieved, and the facility remained without access to these records. A review of facility policies revealed that it was the facility's policy to maintain medical records for a period of 7 years from the date of discharge or a period outlined by payer contracts, whichever is longer. Despite this policy, the facility was unable to fulfill the medical record request due to the transition to a new electronic medical record system and the subsequent lack of access to the old system. The NHA had inquired about updates to allow access to the old medical record system, but no additional documentation related to access was provided. This failure to provide the requested medical records constitutes a deficiency in the facility's compliance with state and federal regulations regarding medical record retention and access.
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Surveyors found that the facility failed to comply with 42 CFR 483.73(a) by not conducting the required annual review and update of its Emergency Preparedness (EP) plan. During record review, no documentation showed that the EP plan had been reviewed or updated within the past year, and the Administrator confirmed that the Emergency Management Plan had not been reviewed or revised as required.
Surveyors found that smoke/fire-rated enclosures were not properly maintained, with penetrations in smoke barriers in several general storage rooms across multiple smoke compartments. The Maintenance Director stated that insulation and fiberglass were used to pack and cover these holes but could not confirm that the materials were approved for fire-rated construction. Inspectors observed penetrations covered with fiberglass and noted a hole in one fiberglass panel in a storage room, resulting in a deficiency under NFPA 101 requirements for smoke barrier construction.
Surveyors found that fixed patient-care electrical equipment was not properly maintained or inspected in accordance with NFPA 99. In one room, a bedside remote had mismatched insulation and exposed wiring, and in another room, a call button receptacle had exposed low-voltage conductors. The Maintenance Director acknowledged both issues and reported that new bed remotes had been received but not yet installed.
Surveyors found that the facility failed to maintain a safe, clean, and homelike environment, with strong, persistent urine and feces odors noted throughout multiple halls and confirmed by staff. On two nursing units, hallways and resident rooms contained torn flooring, food debris, broken blinds, dirty and leaking toilets and sinks, rusted and corroded fixtures, missing outlet covers with oxygen concentrators plugged in, exposed light sockets, unmade and visibly soiled beds, and black, mold-like substances on walls and around toilet bases. Bathrooms had missing ceiling tiles, cracked door facings with brown stains, used briefs and torn toilet paper on floors, and toilets with brown or rust-like buildup. Outside, the patio and fencing area had broken and rotted railings, exposed rusted nails, fallen palm fronds, and overgrown vegetation, and the Administrator acknowledged the area was not safe for residents. Housekeeping and maintenance staff described daily cleaning and a work-order process, but the Maintenance Director reported being unaware of many of the observed issues, and the DON confirmed there was no specific environmental cleaning policy despite job descriptions and a general policy requiring a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment.
A resident exited the building through a bedroom window, walked off the property, and was observed and redirected by staff with assistance from law enforcement, who encountered the resident down the road and helped escort the resident back. The facility’s internal documentation lacked staff or witness statements and characterized the event as the resident remaining on facility grounds without injury. Despite the resident’s account, a police report, and a maintenance staff report confirming that the resident left the premises and that law enforcement responded, the DON did not report the incident to required state and federal agencies, even though the DON acknowledged that any incident involving law enforcement response must be reported.
A resident with moderate cognitive impairment and a history of stroke was repeatedly observed over several days in visibly soiled clothing and bedding, with a strong urine odor, despite stating multiple times that he had requested assistance with changing and hygiene. Documentation indicated he was independent with toileting and personal hygiene and only occasionally incontinent, but his care plan lacked detail on the level of assistance needed, while an LPN reported he actually required staff help with bathing, grooming, toileting, and care. Laundry practices involved leaving clean, labeled clothing bagged in the linen room for nursing staff to distribute rather than returning it directly to rooms, and the DON reported that staff were expected to round every two hours and as needed to keep residents clean and dry, although there were no written ADL or resident care policies in place.
Surveyors observed four full O2 cylinders on one nursing unit stored unsecured directly on the floor under a sign labeled "FULL CYLINDERS" instead of in a secured storage rack. The ADON confirmed the cylinders were full and should not be on the ground. Reference to NFPA 99 showed that freestanding cylinders must be protected from damage and properly chained or supported in a stand or cart. The DON and Maintenance Director both acknowledged that O2 cylinders are required to be stored in a secure rack, should never be on the floor, and that unsecured cylinders on the floor present a safety risk.
A resident with multiple cardiopulmonary conditions and a documented full code status was found unresponsive without pulse or respirations during the night shift. A CNA notified the RN, who either instructed CNAs to clean and cover the resident or, per her and an LPN’s account, called a code blue and performed CPR with the LPN for about 20 minutes before stopping, without calling 911. The RN believed the resident was on hospice and did not verify code status, then notified the DON, provider, and family instead of EMS. Several hours later, after the DON called the facility and asked whether 911 had been contacted, the RN called 911 and briefly reinitiated CPR shortly before EMS arrived and pronounced the resident deceased, documenting postmortem changes. The facility’s investigation and root cause analysis found that staff failed to follow policy requiring immediate EMS activation and continuous CPR for full code residents until EMS arrival, leading to an Immediate Jeopardy finding.
A resident with full code status was found unresponsive without respirations or pulse during the night shift. An RN and an LPN initiated CPR but did not activate EMS, and they discontinued CPR after about 20 minutes. The RN, who lacked documented orientation and competency assessment and had obtained BLS certification through a fully online, non–instructor-led course, pronounced the resident deceased without authority and later stated she believed the resident was on hospice and did not verify code status. The LPN’s BLS certification was expired, and a CNA with an expired BLS certification performed several chest compressions despite facility policy that CNAs were not to perform CPR. The RN had not participated in documented code blue drills, and leadership confirmed that required clinical orientation and skills competencies had not been completed for her, leading surveyors to determine that staff were not adequately trained or competent to respond to a cardiopulmonary arrest for a full code resident, resulting in an Immediate Jeopardy finding.
Surveyors found multiple instances of improper use of relocatable power taps (RPTs) and extension cords during a facility tour with the Maintenance Director. In the social services office, an RPT was plugged into another RPT connected to a wall outlet, with the cord running across a walkway and taped to the floor. In the multipurpose room, a television was plugged into an extension cord, and in the MDS office, an RPT was plugged into another RPT with an outlet adapter in use. These conditions did not comply with NFPA 101, NFPA 99, and NFPA 70 standards governing electrical equipment, power strips, and extension cords.
Failure to Annually Review and Update Emergency Preparedness Plan
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Surveyors identified a deficiency related to the facility’s Emergency Preparedness (EP) Program under 42 CFR 483.73(a). During record review at 4:00 PM, surveyors examined the facility’s EP documentation and found no evidence that the emergency preparedness plan had been reviewed or updated on an annual basis as required. The regulation mandates that LTC facilities develop and maintain an emergency preparedness plan that is reviewed and updated at least annually to comply with applicable Federal, State, and local emergency preparedness requirements. In an interview, the Administrator acknowledged that the facility’s Emergency Management Plan had not been reviewed or updated. No documentation was provided to show that the required annual review and update of the EP plan had occurred. The deficiency is based solely on the lack of documented annual review and update of the emergency preparedness plan by facility administration; no specific resident cases or clinical events were described in the report.
Plan Of Correction
Preparation and/or execution of the Plan of Correction does not constitute admission or agreement of the provider of the truth of the facts alleged or conclusions set forth in the statement of deficiencies. The Plan of Correction is prepared and/or executed solely because it is required by the provision of Federal and State law. Facility EP was reviewed and signed off on by the DON, Maintenance Director and Administrator. The facility has determined that all residents have the potential to be affected. An in-service education program will be conducted by the administrator. The administrator will conduct monthly random checks to verify completed documentation.
Improper Repair of Smoke Barrier Penetrations in Multiple Smoke Compartments
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Surveyors identified a deficiency in the facility’s maintenance of smoke/fire-rated enclosures, specifically related to penetrations in smoke barriers in multiple smoke compartments. During an interview, the Maintenance Director reported that insulation was used to pack holes and then covered with fiberglass in general storage rooms in smoke compartments 1, 2, and 3, but was unable to confirm whether these materials were approved for use in fire-rated walls. Subsequent observation showed that the penetrations were indeed covered with fiberglass, and one general storage room in smoke compartment 2 had a hole in one of the fiberglass panels. The report states that this failure to properly maintain penetrations through smoke/fire-rated construction could allow smoke and flammable gases to spread to other areas and cause the smoke/fire-rated construction to fail to perform as designed.
Failure to Maintain and Inspect Patient-Care Electrical Equipment
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Surveyors identified a deficiency in the facility’s compliance with NFPA 99 requirements for testing and maintaining fixed patient-care electrical equipment. During an observation in one resident room, the bedside remote was found to have two different types of insulation and exposed wiring. In another resident room, the call button receptacle was observed with exposed low-voltage conductors. These conditions were noted during a survey of two of six smoke compartments. During an interview conducted at the time of the observations, the Maintenance Director stated that the facility had just received a new shipment of bed remotes and had not yet replaced the existing ones. The Maintenance Director also acknowledged the issue with the exposed conductors at the call button receptacle. The surveyors cited this as a failure to properly inspect and maintain fixed patient care electrical equipment in accordance with NFPA 99 (2012 Edition), sections 10.3 and 10.5.2.1.
Widespread Odors and Environmental Disrepair in Resident Care Areas
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Surveyors identified that the facility failed to provide a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment as required by 42 CFR 483.10(i). Upon entrance to the building on multiple days, surveyors noted a strong, pungent odor of urine and feces throughout the facility, with the odor particularly strong on the 200, 300, and 400 halls. Staff interviews confirmed that the building "usually smells like" urine, and staff attributed the odor to residents defecating and urinating on the floor, an old building structure, and cleaning products that sanitize but do not deodorize. Housekeeping staff reported that they clean resident rooms daily but that nursing staff must first clean fecal and urine waste before housekeeping can sanitize, and delays by nursing staff in doing so postponed housekeeping’s ability to address the odors. On the 300 unit, surveyors observed multiple environmental and sanitation issues in resident rooms and bathrooms. The hallway had torn flooring, food particles, and a butter knife on the floor. Individual rooms had food debris, a straw on the floor, and broken blinds. Bathrooms contained dark brown stains on walls, rusted ceiling tile trim, toilets with brownish substances inside, and wet floors around toilets. Trim was missing around toilet bases, exposing a black, mold-like substance. Corroded and rusted sink faucet handles, leaking faucets, rusted pipes under sinks with buildup of corrosion, and rusted sprinklers were observed. Some toilets and three-in-one commodes had duct tape on them, and bathroom walls had black, mold-like substances. Doors and door facings showed rust, scrape marks, chipped and peeling paint, and exposed wood. In some rooms, electrical outlets had no covers while oxygen concentrators were plugged into them, boards covered windows, light fixtures over beds lacked covers with sockets exposed, and one fixture had only one bulb. A resident bed appeared dirty with a black substance on it, and dresser drawers were broken with drawer fronts on the floor. On the 400 unit, surveyors again noted a strong odor of urine upon entry and found additional environmental deficiencies. Bathrooms had missing ceiling tiles, broken emergency light covers with no pull strings, and toilet tank covers that did not fit properly, exposing the inside of the tank. In one bathroom, torn toilet paper and used briefs were lying in the corner of the floor, and toilets had brown, rust-like substances inside the bowls. Door facings appeared cracked with brown substances along the sides, and toilets had brownish-black buildup around the bases with broken, peeling trim. Light bases on walls had rust-like appearances, multiple rooms had broken or missing blinds, and some outlets lacked covers while oxygen concentrators were plugged into them. Some rooms had unmade beds, exposed wires at outlets, toilets with dark brown-black rings around the base and flooring, uncovered light fixtures, leaking sinks with rusted pipes, loose flooring, loose toilet seats, and dry red substances on door frames. Surveyors also observed deficiencies in the outdoor patio area adjacent to the locked unit. The gate code was broken, and a resident lock was placed on the gate. The patio and surrounding fencing had fallen palm fronds on the grass, broken and rotted wooden fence railings, unsteady railings, and multiple exposed rusted nails protruding from the railings where boards were broken or detached. Overgrown trees and bushes from the perimeter extended through the fence railings. When asked, the Administrator acknowledged that the area was not safe for residents and stated that they planned to have it redone in the future. The Maintenance Director reported that he and one other maintenance person relied on work orders and verbal reports to identify needed repairs and stated he was not aware of the specific room and equipment issues on the 300 and 400 units. Housekeeping staff stated they would report broken items via a work order book or text to maintenance, but one housekeeper, who cleaned the 400 unit daily, denied noticing stains or biohazard-like materials on walls and door frames despite the surveyors’ observations. Review of facility documents showed that the housekeeper job description required staff to maintain assigned work areas in a clean, safe, comfortable, and attractive manner and to report maintenance problems noted during cleaning. A facility policy titled "Policies and Practices - Control" stated that the facility must maintain a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment for personnel, residents, visitors, and the public. The DON stated that blinds had been changed out and new cabinets and door handles purchased, and that staff were directed to use standard precautions when cleaning rooms, but also stated there was no policy specific to cleaning the environment. These observations and interviews demonstrated that the facility did not maintain sanitary, orderly, and comfortable interior conditions, did not adequately control offensive odors, and did not ensure that the physical environment, including resident rooms, bathrooms, and outdoor areas, was maintained in a safe, clean, and homelike condition as required by regulation.
Failure to Report Elopement Incident Involving Law Enforcement
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Summary
The deficiency involves the facility’s failure to report an elopement incident to required state and federal agencies as mandated by 42 CFR 483.12(c). On the referenced date, Resident #5 exited the building through his bedroom window around 12:15 PM and walked across the facility property toward the perimeter fence. A CNA observed the resident outside and called for assistance, after which staff redirected and escorted the resident back into the building and placed him on one-to-one supervision. The facility’s internal incident documentation noted the window exit and subsequent maintenance inspection of the window seals but did not include any staff or witness statements. The DON later stated that the resident never left facility grounds and was returned without injury, and therefore the incident was not considered reportable. However, interviews and external records showed that the resident did leave the facility premises and that law enforcement was involved. Resident #5 recalled being outside the facility, being brought back by staff and a “police man,” and being told by the officer not to leave again. A police report from the local police department confirmed an encounter with the resident outside the facility and that an officer assisted staff in escorting him back. Maintenance staff (Staff G) also reported that the resident climbed out the window, left the facility property, and was stopped “down the road,” then redirected back with law enforcement assistance. In interviews, the DON initially denied that law enforcement had been notified or involved, then later acknowledged that law enforcement had responded but asserted they did not come into the facility. The DON also confirmed awareness that any incident in which law enforcement investigates or responds is required to be reported, yet the elopement and law enforcement involvement were not reported to the State Survey Agency or other required officials within the required time frames.
Failure to Provide Timely ADL and Hygiene Care to a Dependent Resident
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Summary
Surveyors found that the facility failed to provide necessary ADL care, including grooming and hygiene, to a dependent resident over multiple days. The resident was repeatedly observed in visibly soiled clothing with a strong odor of urine, first standing in his doorway holding onto a wheelchair with wet navy pants saturated down to his calves, stating he had been waiting for staff to change his clothes. More than an hour later the same day, he remained in the same soiled pants and shirt while seated in a wheelchair near the nurses’ station. The following day, he was again observed wearing the same soiled clothes, smelling of urine, with his shirt stained with food and a dark liquid. His room had a strong urine odor, his bed was soiled with urine, and only two pairs of pants were seen on a chair with no other clothing available in the room. On a subsequent observation, he was seated on the edge of his bed wearing different pants and no shirt, with yellow-stained sheets beneath him and his previously soiled clothes on the floor; he reported that he had requested assistance but no staff had come, so he changed himself. Record review showed the resident had a history of stroke and repeated unspecified conditions, with a recent Quarterly MDS indicating moderate cognitive impairment (BIMS score of 10). The MDS documented him as independent for toileting, showering, personal hygiene, and related ADLs, and only occasionally incontinent, but his care plan did not specify the level of assistance he required for incontinence care and other ADLs. In contrast, an LPN familiar with the resident stated he required staff assistance with bathing, grooming, toileting, and care, and that he did not refuse such assistance and appropriately requested help. The LPN also explained that personal clothing was laundered at the facility and left bagged in the linen room for nursing staff to distribute, rather than being returned directly to resident rooms. The DON stated that staff were expected to follow best practices, including rounding every two hours and as needed to keep residents clean and dry, and acknowledged that all residents required some level of assistance with ADLs. The DON further stated the facility had no written ADL, resident care, or quality of care policies, despite these expectations.
Unsecured Storage of Full Oxygen Cylinders on Nursing Unit
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Summary
Surveyors found that the facility failed to ensure safe storage of oxygen cylinders on the West 1 unit. At 9:03 a.m., four full oxygen cylinders were observed stored unsecured directly on the ground rather than in the designated secured cylinder storage rack, under a sign labeled "FULL CYLINDERS." Photographic evidence was obtained of this condition. At 9:18 a.m., the ADON confirmed that the four cylinders were full and acknowledged they should not be stored on the ground. Review of NFPA 99 (2021) 11.6.2.3(11) indicated that cylinders must be protected from damage and that freestanding cylinders must be properly chained or supported in a proper stand or cart. Later that day, the DON stated that oxygen cylinders should be stored in a secure rack and never directly on the ground, and acknowledged that unsecured cylinders on the floor were a safety risk. The Maintenance Director also confirmed that oxygen cylinders should be in a secure rack and never stored directly on the ground, stating that cylinders stored on the floor can tip over and cause damage. These observations and interviews demonstrated noncompliance with regulatory and NFPA standards for safe storage of oxygen cylinders.
Plan Of Correction
This plan of correction constitutes a written allegation of compliance for the deficiency cited. Submission of this plan of correction is not an admission that the deficiency exists or that one was cited correctly. This plan of correction is submitted to meet the requirements established by the State and Federal law. The four unsecured [R] cylinders on the West 1 unit were secured. The Nursing Department completed a baseline audit of [R] cylinder storage within the facility to ensure all [R] cylinders were secured and stored properly. Ongoing education will be completed with current facility staff regarding the facility's [R] storage policy and procedure; and will be completed during new hire and agency orientation to the facility by ADON/designee. Audits will be completed by the Director of Nursing/designee regarding adherence to the facility's [R] storage policy and procedure twice weekly x 4 weeks, then weekly x 4 weeks, then monthly x 4 months, or until continued substantial compliance has been met. Results of audits will be reported to the QAPI Committee on a monthly basis by the Director of Nursing/designee.
Failure to Provide Required CPR and Activate EMS for Full Code Resident
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Summary
The deficiency involves the facility’s failure to provide immediate and appropriate basic life support, including CPR, to a resident with a documented full code status when the resident was found unresponsive. The resident had diagnoses including a slow-progressing circulatory condition involving narrowing or blockage of vessels, a condition that restricts airflow and makes breathing difficult, and other listed conditions. The physician’s order specified “Full Code,” and the care plan documented that the resident was under court-ordered guardianship with wishes honored as full code. The facility’s policy required that in the event of cardiac or respiratory arrest, staff immediately call for assistance, overhead page a code, begin CPR in the absence of a valid DNR, and continue CPR until EMS assumes responsibility or the resident responds. On the night of the incident at approximately 2:00–2:07 a.m., a CNA found the resident unresponsive in bed and notified the RN on duty. One CNA’s written statement indicated that the RN said she already knew the resident was going to die and instructed the CNA to clean and cover the resident. Another CNA’s account stated that the RN came to the room, took vital signs, and then instructed her to clean the resident. The RN’s own written statement and interview indicated that she called a code blue, that an LPN brought the crash cart, and that they performed CPR for approximately 20 minutes. The LPN’s statement corroborated that a code blue was called, that he brought the crash cart, and that CPR was performed for about 20 minutes before the RN stopped and stated that the resident was gone or words to that effect. The RN acknowledged that the resident had no vital signs but was warm and not responding, and she stated that she believed the resident was on hospice and therefore did not call 911. After CPR was discontinued, the RN did not activate EMS and instead notified the DON, the provider, and the resident’s family. The DON documented receiving a message from the RN that the resident had no pulse and no blood pressure and that the assigned nurse had initiated CPR but was unable to revive the resident. The DON later received a text from the RN that the resident had expired. The DON stated that at approximately 6:00 a.m. she called the facility and asked if 911 had been called, and upon learning it had not, she instructed the RN to call 911. The RN then reinitiated CPR at around 6:00 a.m., approximately four hours after the resident was first found without pulse or respirations, and stated that they tried to do something until EMS arrived because EMS had to see them doing CPR. EMS records showed activation at 6:18 a.m., arrival at 6:27 a.m., and pronouncement of death at 6:31 a.m., with documentation that CPR was not attempted by EMS because it was considered futile and that the resident exhibited postmortem changes. The Medical Director confirmed that the resident was full code and stated that staff should have started CPR and called 911 and that CPR should not be done four hours after a resident is pronounced dead. The facility’s investigation and a root cause analysis concluded that the RN and LPN did not follow the facility’s established policy and procedure to call 911 and administer CPR to a full code resident until EMS arrival. The root cause was identified as the nurse’s belief that the resident was on hospice and her failure to check the resident’s code status as outlined in facility policy. The surveyors determined that the failure to immediately activate EMS and to continue CPR until EMS arrival for this full code resident constituted noncompliance with the requirement to provide basic life support and resulted in an Immediate Jeopardy determination.
Plan Of Correction
This plan of correction is submitted as required under Federal and State regulations and statutes applicable to long term care providers. This plan of correction does not constitute an admission of liability on the part of the facility, and such liability is hereby specifically denied. The submission of this plan does not constitute agreement by the facility that the surveyors' findings or conclusions are accurate, that the findings constitute a deficiency, or that the scope or severity regarding any of these deficiencies cited are correctly applied. Resident #1 no longer resides in the facility as of 4.7.26. This has the potential to affect all residents in the facility. All codes to 1.1.26 were reviewed to ensure protocol was followed. No outliers were noted. All licensed nurses received education from the Director of Nursing and/or nursing management on [R] policy and procedure and Florida [R] policy. This includes where to find the code status. Education addressed what to do for full code hospice residents. Education completed with CNA's that protocol is that they do not assist with [R] or breaths during a [R] event. All education will be added to new hire orientation. Code drills will occur 3 x weekly x 4 weeks, followed by 2 x weekly x 4 weeks, followed by 1 x weekly x 4 weeks. Results will be brought to QAPI to determine need for ongoing auditing.
Removal Plan
- Educated licensed nurses on CPR policy and procedure and Florida Do Not Resuscitate (DNRO) policy, including where to find code status and what to do for full code hospice residents; emphasized initiating emergency services immediately when resident is full code, continuing CPR until EMS arrives, and that nurses cannot pronounce death or stop CPR on a full code resident unless instructed by EMS.
- Implemented emergency response “Code Blue” drills on all three shifts, including full code and full code hospice scenarios, with emphasis on calling 911 immediately.
- Educated licensed nurses and CNAs on the facility abuse and neglect policy, including resident rights.
- Required licensed nurses to complete a CPR post-test; restricted staff who have not completed education/testing from working until completion.
- Educated licensed nurses regarding change in condition.
- Placed laminated instructions on how to overhead page during a code at all nursing station phones and other designated phones.
- Held a Quality Improvement Performance Committee meeting to review root cause analysis findings and approve recommendations.
- Held a Quality Improvement Performance Committee meeting to review progress of the plan and approve recommendations.
- Completed a “like resident” audit of all expired residents and rehospitalizations for a defined period to determine whether involved staff were the same as the code event and whether proper procedure was followed.
Failure to Provide Competent CPR Response and Verify Code Status for Full Code Resident
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Summary
The deficiency involves the facility’s failure to ensure that nursing staff possessed and demonstrated the competencies required to respond appropriately to a cardiopulmonary emergency for a resident with full code status. Resident #1, who was designated as full code, was found unresponsive and without respirations or pulse at approximately 2:07 a.m. Clinical staff, consisting of an RN (Staff A) and an LPN (Staff B), initiated CPR but did not activate Emergency Medical Services (EMS) as required by facility policy for a full code resident. After approximately 20 minutes of CPR, the RN and LPN stopped resuscitation efforts without EMS involvement. The RN, without authority to do so, pronounced the resident deceased based on the absence of vital signs and did not verify the resident’s code status before discontinuing CPR. The RN later stated she believed the resident was on hospice and therefore did not call 911, and that she was confused about which residents were hospice and which were full code. The LPN reported that he assumed the RN had called 911 and continued CPR for about 20 minutes until the RN “called the code” and left, and he acknowledged that he knew CPR should continue until EMS arrival but did not speak up. Four hours after CPR was stopped, at approximately 6:00 a.m., the RN restarted CPR and activated EMS after receiving instructions from the DON. The investigation further identified that the RN had no documented orientation, onboarding education, or skills competency assessments since hire, despite being promoted to weekend supervisor. Her BLS certification had been obtained through a fully online course without an instructor or live feedback. The LPN’s BLS certification was expired, and a CNA who performed several chest compressions also had an expired BLS certification, even though facility policy did not permit CNAs to perform CPR. Facility records showed that monthly code blue drills had been conducted, but there was no documentation that the RN had ever participated in these drills. Leadership interviews confirmed that required clinical orientation and competency evaluations had not been completed for the RN, and that she had failed tests for a clinical manager position but was nonetheless functioning in a supervisory role. These actions and omissions led surveyors to determine that staff were not adequately trained or competent to respond to cardiopulmonary arrest for residents with full code status, resulting in an Immediate Jeopardy determination. The facility’s own root cause analysis, as reflected in meeting minutes, identified that the nurse did not check the resident’s code status and lacked knowledge about when CPR could be discontinued and when 911 should be called. The analysis documented that the nurse believed the resident was hospice and therefore did not start or continue CPR appropriately or call EMS when the resident was found without respirations and pulse. The facility assessment tool and policies referenced the need for staff training and competencies in identifying changes in condition, end-of-life care, advance care planning, and adherence to the CPR policy, but the documented events showed that these expectations were not met in practice for the staff involved in this incident. Surveyors concluded that the failure to ensure nursing staff were trained and competent to respond appropriately to cardiopulmonary arrest for a full code resident, including immediate initiation and continuation of CPR and activation of EMS, constituted noncompliance with requirements for sufficient and competent nursing staff. The failure affected Resident #1 and placed other full code residents at risk, leading to an Immediate Jeopardy finding that was later reduced in scope and severity after verification of an acceptable Immediate Jeopardy removal plan.
Plan Of Correction
This plan of correction is submitted as required under Federal and State regulations and statutes applicable to long term care providers. This plan of correction does not constitute an admission of liability on the part of the facility, and such liability is hereby specifically denied. The submission of this plan does not constitute agreement by the facility that the surveyors' findings or conclusions are accurate, that the findings constitute a deficiency, or that the scope or severity regarding any of these deficiencies cited are correctly applied Resident # 1 no longer resides in the facility as of 4.7.26. This has the potential to affect all residents in the facility. All licensed nurses were audited to ensure current [R] certification. Facility will ensure [R] certification through a [R] provider whose training includes a [R] on session either in a physical or virtual instructor-led setting in accordance with accepted national standards. Human resources, or designee, will audit monthly to ensure all licensed nurses have a current [R] certification.Education was completed with licensed nurses on initiating [R] services immediately when a resident is full code. Education included that [R] is to continue on a full code resident until [R] arrives and that the nurse cannot pronounce [R] on the full code resident and/or stop [R] until instructed by [R].Education will be added to new hire orientation.7 random licensed nurses will complete a knowledge quiz related to code events. Per week x 4 weeks, followed by 5 nurses x 4 weeks, then 3 nurses x 4 weeks. Results will be brought to QAPI to determine need for ongoing auditing.
Removal Plan
- Regional Director of Clinical Services educated the Administrator and Director of Nursing regarding the CPR policy and the need to immediately contact emergency medical services (911) in the event of a full code; Administrator and DON signed the education
- Regional Director of Clinical Services provided documented education to the Administrator and Director of Nursing regarding the CPR policy and the need to immediately contact emergency medical services (911) in the event of a full code
- Director of Nursing and/or nursing management educated all licensed nurses on the CPR policy and procedure, including where to find code status and what to do for full code hospice residents
- Reinforced through education that CPR must be initiated immediately for full code residents, continued until EMS arrives, and that nurses cannot pronounce death or stop CPR on a full code resident unless instructed by EMS
- Conducted an Ad Hoc Quality Improvement Performance Committee meeting to review root cause analysis recommendations related to the incident; recommendations approved
- Conducted a follow-up Ad Hoc Quality Improvement Performance Committee meeting to review progress on the plan; recommendations approved
Improper Use of Power Strips and Extension Cords in Multiple Facility Areas
Penalty
Summary
Surveyors identified deficiencies related to the use and maintenance of relocatable power taps (RPTs) and extension cords that did not comply with NFPA 101, NFPA 99, and NFPA 70 requirements. During a facility tour conducted between 11:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. with the Maintenance Director, surveyors observed in the social services office an RPT plugged into another RPT, which was then plugged into a wall outlet, with the cord running across a walkway and taped to the floor. In the multipurpose room, a television was found plugged into an extension cord, contrary to standards that prohibit using extension cords as a substitute for fixed wiring and require temporary extensions to be removed immediately after use. Further observations included the MDS office, where an RPT was plugged into another RPT and an outlet adapter was in use. These configurations did not meet the NFPA 99 provisions governing the proper use of power strips and extension cords, including requirements that power strips be appropriately rated and used only as intended, and that extension cords not be used as permanent wiring. During concurrent interviews, the Maintenance Director acknowledged these findings as they were observed by the surveyors.
Plan Of Correction
The RPT observed plugged into an RPT plugged into an outlet in the Social Services Office was removed. The extension cord used to plug in the television in the multipurpose room was removed. The RPT plugged into an RPT and outlet adapter in the MDS office was removed. Additional offices and resident care areas will be reviewed for the improper use of plug adapters, power strips and extension. The Executive Director/designee will educate the Maintenance Director on the importance of NFPA 101 Electrical Equipment- Power and Extension specific to the improper use of plug adapters, power strips, and extension and will continue to monitor in accordance with NFPA standards. Any findings will be reported to the monthly QAPI Committee for further review. The RPT observed plugged into an RPT plugged into an outlet in the Social Services Office was removed. The extension cord used to plug in the television in the multipurpose room was removed. The RPT plugged into an RPT and outlet adapter in the MDS office was removed. Additional offices and resident care areas will be reviewed for the improper use of plug adapters, power strips and extension. The Executive Director/designee will educate the Maintenance Director on the importance of NFPA 101 Electrical Equipment - Power and Extension specific to the improper use of plug adapters, power strips, and extension and will continue to monitor in accordance with NFPA standards. Any findings will be reported to the monthly QAPI Committee for further review.
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