A list of the most recent deficiencies for Providence Valdez Medical Center. The list is based on the information provided by CMS from both standard inspections and from complaints filed by residents.
| Deficiency | Type of Deficiency | Deficiency Date | Date Corrected | Resulted from a Complaint? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meet other general requirements that are deficient. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-01-26 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-01-26 | N |
| Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. | Health | 2023-12-01 | 2023-12-31 | N |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2023-12-01 | 2023-12-31 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2023-12-01 | 2023-12-31 | N |
| Post nurse staffing information every day. | Health | 2023-12-01 | 2023-12-31 | N |
| Ensure each resident?s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | Health | 2023-12-01 | 2023-12-31 | N |
| Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | Health | 2023-12-01 | 2023-12-31 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-17 | 2023-01-01 | N |
| Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-17 | 2023-01-01 | N |
| Meet other general requirements that are deficient. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-17 | 2023-01-01 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-17 | 2023-01-01 | N |
| Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-17 | 2023-01-01 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-17 | 2023-01-01 | N |
| Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-17 | 2023-01-01 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-17 | 2023-01-01 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-17 | 2023-01-01 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-17 | 2023-01-01 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-17 | 2023-01-01 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-17 | 2023-01-01 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-17 | 2023-01-01 | N |
| Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. | Health | 2022-11-14 | 2022-12-21 | N |
| Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | Health | 2022-11-14 | 2022-12-21 | N |
| Satisfy building requirements after a repair, renovation, modification, or change of user/occupancy. | Fire Safety | 2021-09-08 | 2021-11-24 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2021-09-08 | 2021-11-24 | N |
| Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | Health | 2021-09-02 | 2021-10-27 | N |
| Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | Health | 2021-09-02 | 2021-10-27 | N |
| Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk. | Fire Safety | 2021-09-08 | 2021-10-24 | N |
| Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Fire Safety | 2021-09-08 | 2021-10-15 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2021-09-08 | 2021-10-15 | N |
| Provide emergency officials' contact information. | Fire Safety | 2021-09-02 | 2021-09-30 | N |
