Livingston Post Acute Care

Based on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that all medications (meds) were administered without error of 5% or more during medication (med) administration, 3 nurses administered meds to 3 residents. There were 25 opportunities for error, 6 errors were observed which calculated to a med administration error rate of 24%. This deficient practice was identified for 2 of 3 residents, (Resident #139, and Resident #83), that was administered meds by 2 of 3 nurses that were observed. The deficient practice was evidenced by the following:Reference: New Jersey Statutes Annotated, Title 45. Chapter 11. Nursing Board. The Nurse Practice Act for the State of New Jersey states: The practice of nursing as a registered professional nurse is defined as diagnosing and treating human responses to actual and potential physical and emotional health problems, through such services as case-finding, health teaching, health counseling, and provision of care supportive to or restorative of life and wellbeing, and executing medical regimens as…

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Based on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to a.) provide pharmaceutical services by ensuring the accurate administration of a medication (med) Midodrine, with a parameter according to the physician's order to meet the needs of the resident for 1 of 2 residents, (Resident #1) reviewed for med management and b.) ensure that residents were free from any significant med errors for 1 of 3 residents (Resident #83) during the med pass observation, in accordance with professional standards clinical practice. The deficient practice was evidenced by the following: Reference: New Jersey Statutes Annotated, Title 45. Chapter 11. Nursing Board. The Nurse Practice Act for the State of New Jersey states: The practice of nursing as a registered professional nurse is defined as diagnosing and treating human responses to actual and potential physical and emotional health problems, through such services as case finding, health teaching, health counseling, and provision of care supportive to or restorative of life and wellbeing, and executing medical…

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NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY Based on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure a.) medication was removed from active inventory when resident was discharged from the facility for 1 of 4 medication carts inspected and b.) emergency cart (ecart) supplies were not expired for 1 of 1 ecart inspected.The deficient practices were evidenced by the following:1.On [DATE] at 10:55 AM, the surveyor inspected the second floor medication cart #2 (medcart #2), in the presence of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), and both observed Unsampled Resident #1's (UR #1's) Cosopt Ophthalmic Solution 2-0.5 % bottle was inside medcart #2. The surveyor asked the LPN if the resident was still at the facility, and he responded no, the resident was discharged (d/c'd) to home probably two days ago. The LPN confirmed that the medication (med) should have been disposed of once resident was d/c'd to home. He also stated that he would dispose it, and he removed it from the medcart. 2. On [DATE] at 11:14 AM, the…

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NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY Based on observation, interview, record review, and review of pertinent facility documents, it was determined that the facility failed to perform testing of close contacts to resident that tested positive for COVID-19 to prevent further spread for 2 of 3 identified COVID positive incidents. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following:Reference: A review of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Infection Control Guidance: SARS-CoV-2, dated June 24, 2024, reflected the following but was not limited to:This guidance applies to all U.S. (United States) settings where healthcare is delivered, including nursing homes and home health. The recommendations in this guidance continue to apply after the expiration of the federal COVID-19 Public Health Emergency.Under Recommended routine infection prevention and control (IPC) practices during the COVID-19 pandemic.Perform SARS-CoV-2 Viral TestingAnyone with even mild symptoms of COVID-19,regardless of vaccination status, should receive a viral test for SARS-CoV-2…

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Complaint#: 437202Based on facility policy review, record review, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure one Resident (R) R3 out of a total of 17 residents reviewed in the sample was provided with appropriate quality of care (QOC) related to intravenous (IV) antibiotic medication administration. This failure created the potential for the residents to experience a negative change in physical status related to medication not being provided timely. Review of the facility's policy titled, Unavailable Medication Policy dated adopted 06/2021 revealed, In conjunction with the contracted pharmacy, the facility will make every effort to ensure a medication ordered for the resident is available to meet their needs; and In the event that a medication ordered for a resident is noted to be unavailable near or at the time it is to be dispensed, nursing staff shall: a. Contact the pharmacy regarding the unavailable medication. b. Attempt to obtain the medication from the facility's automated medication dispensing system or emergency kit. c. Notify the physician of the unavailable…

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Based on observation, interview, and review of facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to handle potentially hazardous foods and maintain kitchen sanitation in a manner intended to prevent the spread of food borne illness and in accordance with professional standards for food service safety. The deficient practice was evidenced by the following: On 9/16/24 at 7:55 AM, the surveyor toured the facility kitchen with Dietary Aid (DA#1). DA#1 stated that the Food Service Director (FSD) was not at the facility. The surveyor observed the following concerns: 1. The surveyor observed a refrigerator next to the stove. The contents in the refrigerator included but were not limited to two (2) packages of waffles, one (1) bowl of substance that looked like a chicken salad or tuna salad covered with aluminum foil and one (1) silver pan with pasta and red sauce covered with aluminum foil. The items were not labeled or dated. There was debris on the bottom of the refrigerator. 2. The surveyor observed 2 wheeled carts positioned together with the following food items on…

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Based on the interview and review of facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to a.) ensure that facility wide assessment included the resources required to establish policies and procedures for the management of staffing contingency plan to meet the requirements and needs of all residents in the facility and b.) meet the staffing plan as reflected in the Facility Assessment. These failures had the potential to affect all 126 residents who currently live in the facility. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: During the entrance conference on 9/16/24 at 7:54 AM, the surveyor requested from the Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) and the Director of Nursing (DON) a copy of the Facility Assessment (FA). Both the LNHA and DON stated that the facility's census (the number of residents currently under the care of a specific facility) was 126. 1. A review of the facility's Facility Assessment with a date of July 23, 2024. The FA submitted by the LNHA on 9/17/24 at 9:00 AM did not reflect, under Part 3: Facility Resources Needed to Provide…

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Based on observation, interviews, record review, and review of other pertinent provided facility documents, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that residents provided one or more rooms designated for residents dining and dining activities according to the federal regulation, approved floor plan, and facility policy. This failure had the potential to affect all 126 residents who currently live in the facility. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: On 9/16/24 at 9:26 AM, Surveyor #1 (S#1) and Surveyor #2 (S#2) met with the Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) and the Director of Nursing (DON) for an Entrance Conference. The LNHA informed the surveyors that the facility census (the current total number of residents in the facility) was 126. On that same date and time, the LNHA stated that since she started at the facility, there was no physical dining area which was why there were no dining services offered to the residents. The LNHA further stated that we have room tray services. Both the LNHA and DON stated that they were present during the…

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NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY REPEAT DEFICIENCY Complaint #NJ175244 Refer to F883 Based on interview and record review it was determined that the facility failed to accurately code the Minimum Data Set (MDS), an assessment tool used to facilitate the management of care, in accordance with federal guidelines for three (3) of 28 residents, (Residents #62, #148, and #209), reviewed for accuracy for MDS coding. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: According to the CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) MDS 3.0 RAI (Resident Assessment Instrument) Manual of October 2023, for definitions of the types of therapies listed in this section, please refer to the Glossary in Appendix A. O-23 Coding Instructions: Coding Instructions for Respiratory, Psychological, and Recreational Therapies. o Total Minutes-Enter the actual number of minutes (mins) therapy services were provided in the last 7 (seven) days. Enter 0 if none were provided. o Days-Enter the number of days therapy services were provided in the last 7 days. A day of…

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NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY Based on observation, interview, record review, and review of pertinent facility documents, it was determined that the facility failed to: a.) administer oxygen therapy according to the physician's order for one (1) of five (5) residents, Resident #67, b.) followed and clarified the plan for respiratory care of one (1) of five (5) residents, Resident #148), c.) ensure respiratory tubing, cannula, and masks were stored in accordance with infection control measures for four (4) of five (5) residents, Residents #11, #103, #124, and #148, and d.) obtain a physician order for oxygen therapy for one (1) of five (5) residents, Resident #124, reviewed for respiratory care according to the standard of clinical practice, and the facility's policy and procedure. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: Reference: New Jersey Statutes Annotated, Title 45. Chapter 11. Nursing Board. The Nurse Practice Act for the State of New Jersey states: The practice of nursing as a registered professional nurse is defined…

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NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY Complaint#: NJ175260 and NJ176352 Based on observation, interview, record review, and review of pertinent facility documentation, it was determined the facility failed to ensure sufficient nursing staff and ensure call bells were answered timely without waiting a long period of time for seven (7) of 28 residents (Residents # 36, 60, 83, 84, 100, 102, and 153). This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: 1. On 9/16/24 at 7:45 AM, the surveyor observed the posted Nursing Home Resident Care Staffing Report (NHRCSR) dated 9/15/24 -Day shift 7:00 AM- 3:00 PM, which displayed Current Resident Census: 120 and the CNA (Certified Nursing Aide) to Resident ratio of 1:8.6. On 9/17/24 at 8:45 AM, the surveyor observed the posted NHRCSR dated 9/16/24 - Day shift 7:00 AM-3:00 PM, Current Resident Census: 126 and the CNA to Resident ratio of 1:9. On 9/20/24 at 9:45 AM, the surveyor interviewed the Staffing Coordinator (SC). The SC informed the surveyor that she was aware of the mandated New Jersey staffing law. The…

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NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY Based on observation, interview, review of medical records, and other pertinent facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to a.) follow appropriate hand hygiene and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) practices for four (4) of nine (9) staff (two Recreation Staff, one Certified Nursing Aide, and one Hospice Aide), b.) follow appropriate infection control practice during the medication pass observation when administering an eye drops for one (1) of three (3) nurses, c.) maintain infection control standards and procedures during wound care treatment for one (1) of one (1) nurse observed for wound treatment, and d.) follow appropriate infection control practices prevent the potential spread of infection for one (1) of two (2) linen carts observed during environmental tour in accordance with the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines and facility's policy. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: According to the CDC Clinical Safety: Hand Hygiene for…

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Complaint NJ#175244 Based on interviews, record review, and review of pertinent facility documents, it was determined that the facility failed to notify the resident's representative and physician of a change in condition in a timely manner for one (1) of three (3) residents, (Resident #209), reviewed for accidents. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: A review of the closed medical record for Resident #209 revealed the resident was admitted to the facility in 2023 and discharged from the facility in 2024. A review of the admission Record (an admission summary) revealed that Resident #209 was admitted to the facility with diagnoses which included but were not limited to: lower back pain, hypertension (high blood pressure), and metabolic encephalopathy (change in how your brain works due to an underlying condition). A review of the resident's Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS), an assessment tool used to facilitate the management of care, dated 6/16/24, reflected the resident had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) of 7 out of 15, which indicated the resident…

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REPEAT DEFICIENCY Based on observation, interview, and review of pertinent facility documents, it was determined that the facility failed to a.) ensure that staff monitor and document resident's condition status post (s/p) fall and clarify the neurocheck documentation according to standards of clinical practice for one (1) of three (3) residents, Resident #148, reviewed for accidents, b.) follow the physician's written order and appropriately document urinary catheter output for one (1) of two (2) residents, Resident #358, reviewed for urinary catheters. c.) ensure staff follow the physician's order for one (1) of three (3) nurses, (Registered Nurse), observed during medication administration according to the facility's policies and standards of clinical practice. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: Reference: New Jersey Statutes, Annotated Title 45, Chapter 11. Nursing Board. The Nurse Practice Act for the state of New Jersey states: The practice of nursing as a registered professional nurse is defined as diagnosing and treating human responses to actual or…

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Complaint #NJ 174669 Based on interview, record review and review of other documents provided by the facility, it was determined that the facility failed to obtain a physician's order for discharge and document the response of an approval or acceptance for the referral of home care/visiting nurse services post discharge to ensure a safe discharge for one (1) of two (2) residents reviewed for discharge (Resident #308). The deficient practice was evidenced by the following: On 9/17/24 at 12:55 PM, the surveyor reviewed the closed hybrid (paper and electronic) medical record for Resident #308 which revealed the following: Resident #308's admission Record (or face sheet; admission summary) indicated that the resident was admitted to the facility with medical diagnoses that included but were not limited to pressure ulcer of sacral region (a wound that forms when prolonged pressure is applied to the sacrum, tailbone, or lower back), abnormal posture (rigid body movements and chronic abnormal positions of the body) and cognitive communication deficit (a difficulty with communication caused…

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Complaint # NJ174669 Based on the interview, review of the medical record, and review of other facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to document a discharge summary which included a recapitulation of the resident's stay and a final summary of the resident's status for one (1) of two (2) residents reviewed for discharge (Resident #308). This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: On 9/17/24 at 12:55 PM, the surveyor reviewed the closed hybrid (paper and electronic) medical record for Resident #308 which revealed the following: Resident #308's admission Record (or face sheet; admission summary) indicated that the resident was admitted to the facility with medical diagnoses that included but were not limited to pressure ulcer of sacral region (a wound that forms when prolonged pressure is applied to the sacrum, tailbone, or lower back), abnormal posture (rigid body movements and chronic abnormal positions of the body) and cognitive communication deficit (a difficulty with communication caused by a disruption in cognitive processes, such as…

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Based on observation, interview, and record review it was determined that the facility failed to provide care and services consistent with professional standards of practice for a resident with pressure ulcers. This deficient practice was identified in one (1) of two (2) residents (Resident #36), reviewed for pressure ulcer care and prevention. The deficient practice was evidenced by the following: On 9/16/24 at 9:36 AM, the surveyor observed Resident #36 lying in their bed with the head of the bed elevated. The resident was alert and verbally responsive. Resident #36 stated they had a right heel wound which they were receiving treatment (tx) for. The resident added the wound was new, and they did not have it prior to being admitted to the facility. On 9/18/24 at 11:17 AM, the surveyor requested from the Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) any skin investigations for Resident #36. On 9/19/24 at 9:00 AM, the surveyor asked the LNHA and Director of Nursing (DON) if there were any skin investigations for Resident #36. The DON stated the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) had…

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Based on observation, interview, review of the medical record, and other facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that residents admitted with decreased range of motion and mobility received appropriate treatment, device, appropriate services, and assistance to maintain and prevent further decline. This deficient practice was identified for one (1) of two (2) residents, Resident #67, reviewed for a limited range of motion (ROM). This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: On 9/16/24 at 10:25 AM, the surveyor observed Resident #67's room closed. Licensed Practical Nurse #1 (LPN#1) came out from the resident's room and informed the surveyor that the surveyor had to come back later. The LPN further stated that there were two aides providing care. The surveyor reviewed the hybrid (combination of paper and electronic) medical records of Resident #67 and revealed: The admission Record (an admission summary) reflected that the resident was admitted to the facility with diagnoses that included but were not limited to essential hypertension…

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REPEAT DEFICIENCY Based on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that a.) the monthly weight and re-weighs were done, documented, and monitored for two (2) of two (2) residents, Residents #2 and #67, b.) the physician was notified the significant weight loss for one (1) of two (2) residents, Resident #2, reviewed for nutrition, and c.) the duplicate physician orders for gastrostomy tube flushes were clarified for one (1) of one (1) resident, Resident #67, reviewed for hydration. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: 1. On 9/16/24 at 10:40 AM, the surveyor observed Resident #2 seated on the bed with a breakfast tray in front of the resident with the Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) at the bedside. The surveyor reviewed the hybrid (combination of paper and electronic) medical records of Resident #2 and revealed: The admission Record (AR; an admission summary) reflected that the resident was admitted to the facility with diagnoses that included but were not limited to other low back pain, essential hypertension…

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Complaint NJ#175244 Based on interviews, record review, and review of pertinent facility documents, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure a moderately impaired resident received care and services with regard to pain management for one (1) of one (1) resident, Resident #209, reviewed for pain according to standards of clinical practice and facility's policy. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: Reference: New Jersey Statutes, Annotated Title 45, Chapter 11. Nursing Board. The Nurse Practice Act for the state of New Jersey states: The practice of nursing as a registered professional nurse is defined as diagnosing and treating human responses to actual or potential physical and emotional health problems, through such services as case finding, health teaching, health counseling and provision of care supportive to or restorative of life and wellbeing, and executing medical regimes as prescribed by a licensed or otherwise legally authorized physician or dentist. Reference: New Jersey Statutes, Annotated Title 45, Chapter 11. Nursing Board. The Nurse…

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NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY Complaint #NJ167713 Based on observation, interview, record review, and review of other pertinent documents, it was determined that the facility failed to: a) maintain the dialysis communication record between the facility and the dialysis center for one (1) of two (2) residents (Resident #458) and b.) provide care and services in accordance with professional standards clinical practice and facility policy for two (2) of two (2) residents (Resident #98, 458), reviewed for dialysis services. The deficient practice was evidenced by the following: Reference: New Jersey Statutes Annotated, Title 45. Chapter 11. Nursing Board. The Nurse Practice Act for the State of New Jersey states: The practice of nursing as a registered professional nurse is defined as diagnosing and treating human responses to actual and potential physical and emotional health problems, through such services as casefinding, health teaching, health counseling, and provision of care supportive to or restorative of life and wellbeing, and executing…

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Based on observation, interview, and review of pertinent facility documents it was determined that the facility failed to ensure the daily posting of licensed nurses, certified nursing aide staffing, and the resident census on two (2) of five (5) days during the survey. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: On Monday, 9/16/24 at 7:45 AM, upon entry into the facility, the surveyor observed a Nursing Home Resident Care Staffing Report (NHRCSR) which was posted in the reception area of the lobby. The NHRCSR posted for day shift was dated 9/15/24. There was no NHRSCR posted for 9/16/24 day shift. On Tuesday, 9/17/24 at 8:45 AM, the surveyor observed the NHRCSR posted in the lobby. The NHRCSR posted for day shift was dated 9/16/24. There was no NHRSCR posted for the 9/17/24 day shift. On 9/18/24 at 11:39 AM, in the presence of the survey team, the surveyor notified the Director of Nursing (DON) and the Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA), Assistance Director of Nursing/Infection Preventionist (ADON/IP), and Regional Nurse Consultant #1(RNC#1) about the concern…

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REPEAT DEFICIENCY Based on observation, interview, record review, and review of pertinent facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to address the recommendations made by the Consultant Pharmacist (CP) in a timely manner. This deficient practice was identified for one (1) of five (5) residents (Resident #62) reviewed for unnecessary medications. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: On 9/16/24 at 9:06 AM, the surveyor observed Resident #62 in their room, lying in bed with the head of the bed elevated. The resident was alert, verbally responsive, and could not recall how long the resident was at the facility. Resident #62 verbalized no concerns with their care. The surveyor reviewed the hybrid (paper and electronic) medical record of Resident #62. The admission Record (a summary of important information about the resident) documented that the resident had diagnoses that included but were not limited to, unspecified dementia with psychotic disturbance, and hypertension. A comprehensive Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 6/08/24,…

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Based on observation, interview, and review of pertinent documents, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that medications were stored securely and appropriately. This deficient practice was identified in one (1) of two (2) medication carts observed on the third floor during the surveyor's initial tour of the facility. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: On 9/16/24 at 11:49 AM, the surveyor observed the medication (med) cart located on the 3rd floor, side three. The surveyor observed two vials of med located on the top of the med cart. The vials were observed to be opened for use and had a manufacturer label that reflected they contained the drug Acetylcysteine (a med used to decrease mucous in some lung conditions). The surveyor did not observe a nurse or other authorized person at the med cart. As the surveyor was attempting to locate the nurse assigned to the med cart, a nurse approached the cart and placed the vials in her pocket. The surveyor asked the nurse if she was the nurse assigned and she stated that she was. The surveyor asked the…

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Based on interview, record review, and review of other pertinent documents, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a complete, available, accurate, and readily accessible medical records. This deficient practice was identified for two (2) of the 28 residents reviewed (Residents #62 and #148). This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: 1. On 9/16/24 at 9:06 AM, the surveyor observed Resident #62 in their room, lying in bed with the head of the bed elevated. The resident was alert, verbally responsive, and could not recall how long they were at the facility. Resident #62 verbalized no concerns with their care. The surveyor reviewed the hybrid (paper and electronic) medical record of Resident #62. The admission Record (AR; a summary of important information about the resident) documented that the resident had diagnoses (Dx) that included but were not limited to, dementia, and hypertension. A comprehensive Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment tool used to facilitate the management of care, with an assessment reference date (ARD) of 6/08/24, indicated the…

This is the beginning of the surveyor’s statement, cut to keep the page readable — the full 2567 continues past this point and often ends with the findings that matter most, such as whether an immediate jeopardy was removed before the surveyors left. The complete statement of deficiencies is a public record: request it from your state survey agency, or ask the home for its 2567 and plan of correction — it must make them available to residents and families.

NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY Based on interview, medical record review, and review of other pertinent facility documents, it was determined that the facility failed to offer residents a pneumococcal vaccine or document the reason for ineligibility for the pneumococcal vaccine for three (3) of five (5) residents reviewed for immunizations (Resident #43, #62 and #148). The deficient practice was evidenced by the following: Reference: Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends pneumococcal vaccination (PCV) for many adults based on age, having certain risk conditions, and pneumococcal vaccines already received . CDC recommends PCV15, PCV20, or PCV21 for adults who never received a PCV and are Ages 65 years or older Ages 19 through 64 years with certain risk conditions. Chronic conditions and other factors that increase someone's risk for pneumococcal disease include: Chronic heart, kidney, liver, or lung disease (Chronic lung disease includes chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD), emphysema, and asthma); Diabetes; Immunocompromising…

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C# NJ00169866 Based on interview, medical records (MR) review, and review of pertinent facility documents on 02/08/24 and 02/12/24, it was determined that the facility failed to complete the residents care plan (CP) that was initiated on 11/22/23 for a Resident who was at risk for falls for 1 of 4 residents (Resident #2). The deficient practice was evidenced by the following: According to the admission Record (AR), Resident #2 was admitted with diagnoses which included but were not limited to: Metabolic Encephalopathy, Alzheimer's Disease, Adult Failure to Thrive, Difficulty in Walking, and Muscle Weakness. The Minimum Data Set (MDS), an assessment tool dated 11/28/23, revealed Resident #2 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) of 6 which indicated cognition was severely impaired and the resident needed help in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). Review of the progress notes (PN), dated 12/02/2023 at 2:21 p.m., documented by Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN #1), indicated Patient [Resident #2] received walking around, stable, verbally responsive. Medication given as prescribed.…

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Based on interview and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to complete and transmit a Minimum Data Set (MDS) - Entry Reporting Assessment in accordance with federal guidelines. This deficient practice was identified for 2 of 38 residents reviewed for resident assessment (Resident #90, #133). This deficient practice was evidenced by: On 8/10/23 at 10:26 AM, the surveyor reviewed the facility assessment task that included the Resident's MDS Assessments. A MDS is a comprehensive tool that is a federal mandated process for clinical assessment of all residents that must be completed and transmitted to the Quality Measure System. The facility must electronically transmit the MDS within 14 days of the assessment being completed. 1. Resident #90 was observed to have an Entry MDS of 6/19/23 and was due to be transmitted no later than 7/3/23. The Entry MDS was not transmitted until 7/4/23. 2. Resident #133 was observed to have an Entry MDS of 7/22/23 and was due to be transmitted no later than 8/5/23. The Entry MDS was not transmitted until 8/10/23. According to the…

This is the beginning of the surveyor’s statement, cut to keep the page readable — the full 2567 continues past this point and often ends with the findings that matter most, such as whether an immediate jeopardy was removed before the surveyors left. The complete statement of deficiencies is a public record: request it from your state survey agency, or ask the home for its 2567 and plan of correction — it must make them available to residents and families.

NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY Based on observation, interview, and record review it was determined that the facility failed to accurately code the Minimum Data Set (MDS), an assessment tool used to facilitate the management of care, in accordance with federal guidelines for 3 of 22 residents (Resident # 138, #140, and #86) reviewed for accuracy for MDS coding. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: 1. On [DATE] at 12:13 PM the surveyor reviewed the closed medical chart for Resident #138 who was MDS coded for hospitalization. The surveyor reviewed the Progress Notes (PN) created on [DATE] by the Social Worker (SW) for Resident #138. The PN documented that Resident #138 was discharged home per their family's request. Review of the [DATE] Nursing PN documented that Resident #138 was discharged at 11:30 with the family via a wheelchair, without any distress or discomfort, all discharge papers ready and signed by the resident. Review of Resident #138's Face Sheet (FS) (a one-page summary of important information about the…

This is the beginning of the surveyor’s statement, cut to keep the page readable — the full 2567 continues past this point and often ends with the findings that matter most, such as whether an immediate jeopardy was removed before the surveyors left. The complete statement of deficiencies is a public record: request it from your state survey agency, or ask the home for its 2567 and plan of correction — it must make them available to residents and families.

NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY Based on observation, interview, and record review it was determined that the facility failed to properly administer a medication used to treat hypotension in accordance with the physician's order (PO) in accordance with professional standards of nursing practice, for 1 of 22 residents, Resident #97. The deficient practice is evidenced by the following: Reference: New Jersey Statutes Annotated, Title 45. Chapter 11. Nursing Board. The Nurse Practice Act for the State of New Jersey states: The practice of nursing as a registered professional nurse is defined as diagnosing and treating human responses to actual and potential physical and emotional health problems, through such services as case finding, health teaching, health counseling, and provision of care supportive to or restorative of life and wellbeing, and executing medical regimens as prescribed by a licensed or otherwise legally authorized physician or dentist. Reference: New Jersey Statutes Annotated, Title 45, Chapter 11. Nursing Board. The Nurse…

This is the beginning of the surveyor’s statement, cut to keep the page readable — the full 2567 continues past this point and often ends with the findings that matter most, such as whether an immediate jeopardy was removed before the surveyors left. The complete statement of deficiencies is a public record: request it from your state survey agency, or ask the home for its 2567 and plan of correction — it must make them available to residents and families.

NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY Based on observation, interviews, record review, and review of pertinent facility documents, it was determined that the facility failed to obtain weekly weights for a resident according to the physician's order (PO) and facility policy for 1 of 5 residents, Resident #97 reviewed for nutrition. This deficient practice was evidenced by the following: On 8/7/23 at 9:10 AM, the surveyor reviewed Resident #97's electronic medical record (EMR) which revealed the following: A review of the Resident #97's face sheet (FS) (an admission summary) revealed that they were admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses that included but were not limited to Pneumonitis (inflammation in your lung tissues), Sepsis (the body's life threatening response to infection that can lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and death), Acute Respiratory Failure (serious condition that makes it difficult to breathe on your own), muscle wasting and atrophy (the decrease in size and wasting of muscle tissue), dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), and adult…

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Based on observation, interview, and record, it was determined that the facility failed to monitor an enteral tube feeding administration pump to assure the total volume administered was in accordance with physician's orders. This deficient practice was identified for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for enteral tube feeding, (Resident #391), and was evidenced by the following: On 8/2/23 at 10:24 AM, the surveyor observed Resident #391 in bed awake, alert, and verbal. Communication board on table at bed side. observed with an enteral tube feeding pump (TF; a tube feeding surgically inserted to the stomach) administering Glucerna 1.2 (nutritional formula) at a rate of 65 milliliters (ml) an hour. On 8/3/23 at 9:13 AM, the surveyor observed the resident in bed on specialized mattress awake, alert, and responded appropriately to surveyor. The surveyor observed Glucerna 1.2 being administered at a rate of 80 ml per hour. The surveyor reviewed the Electronic Medical Record for Resident #391. Review of the Face Sheet (FS) (a one-page summary of information about a resident that documents…

This is the beginning of the surveyor’s statement, cut to keep the page readable — the full 2567 continues past this point and often ends with the findings that matter most, such as whether an immediate jeopardy was removed before the surveyors left. The complete statement of deficiencies is a public record: request it from your state survey agency, or ask the home for its 2567 and plan of correction — it must make them available to residents and families.

NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY Based on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to act upon recommendations reported to the facility by the Pharmacy Consultant (PC) within an acceptable timeframe. This deficient practice was observed for 1 of 38 residents (Resident #105) reviewed. On 8/7/23 at 12:24 PM, the surveyor observed Resident #105 lying in bed, awake and alert. The resident was placed under contact isolation due to diagnosis of Clostridium Difficile (Infection of the large intestine (colon) caused by the bacteria Clostridium difficile). A review of the admission Minimum Data Set (MDS), an assessment tool used to facilitate the management of care Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) section, dated 6/21/23 reflected that Resident #105 was cognitively intact. A review of the resident's face sheet (FS) (an admission summary) indicated that Resident #105 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and had diagnosis which included but not limited to, Acute Respiratory Failure, Sepsis, Congestive…

This is the beginning of the surveyor’s statement, cut to keep the page readable — the full 2567 continues past this point and often ends with the findings that matter most, such as whether an immediate jeopardy was removed before the surveyors left. The complete statement of deficiencies is a public record: request it from your state survey agency, or ask the home for its 2567 and plan of correction — it must make them available to residents and families.