Deficiency Records for Desert Peak Care Center

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Updated as of April 01, 2018

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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Desert Peak Care 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?
Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards. Health 2017-09-01 2017-10-16 N
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Health 2017-09-01 2017-10-16 Y
Protect each resident from mistreatment, neglect and misappropriation of personal property. Health 2017-09-01 2017-10-16 Y
Develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Health 2017-09-01 2017-10-16 Y
Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . Health 2017-09-01 2017-10-16 Y
Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. Health 2017-09-01 2017-10-16 Y
Ensure that each resident's 1) entire drug/medication regimen is free from unnecessary drugs; and 2) is managed and monitored to achieve highest level of well-being. Health 2017-09-01 2017-10-16 Y
At least once a month, have a licensed pharmacist review each resident's medication(s) and report any irregularities to the attending doctor. Health 2017-09-01 2017-10-16 Y
Give or get x-rays and other tests in a timely manner to meet the needs of residents. Health 2017-09-01 2017-10-16 Y
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Fire Safety 2017-09-01 2017-10-10 N
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Fire Safety 2017-09-01 2017-10-10 N
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Fire Safety 2017-09-01 2017-10-10 N
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Fire Safety 2017-09-01 2017-10-10 N
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Health 2016-08-25 2016-10-07 N
Provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full recognition of their individuality. Health 2016-08-25 2016-10-07 N
Give notice to the resident before a room or roommate change. Health 2016-08-25 2016-10-07 N
Provide a safe, clean, comfortable and home-like environment; and allow residents to use personal belongings to the extent possible. Health 2016-08-25 2016-10-07 N
Provide housekeeping and maintenance services. Health 2016-08-25 2016-10-07 N
Allow residents the right to participate in the planning or revision of care and treatment. Health 2016-08-25 2016-10-07 N
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. Health 2016-08-25 2016-10-07 N
Prepare food that is nutritional, appetizing, tasty, attractive, well-cooked, and at the right temperature. Health 2016-08-25 2016-10-07 N
Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. Health 2016-08-25 2016-10-07 N
Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards. Health 2016-08-25 2016-10-07 N
Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. Health 2016-08-25 2016-10-07 N
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Health 2015-05-21 2015-06-23 Y
Develop policies and procedures for influenza and pneumococcal immunizations. Health 2015-05-21 2015-06-23 Y
Corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Fire Safety 2015-05-20 2015-06-15 N
Special areas constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or an approved fire extinguishing system. Fire Safety 2015-05-20 2015-06-15 N
Corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. Fire Safety 2015-05-20 2015-06-15 N
An approved automatic sprinkler system connected to the fire alarm system. Fire Safety 2015-05-20 2015-06-15 N
Properly installed electrical wiring and equipment. Fire Safety 2015-05-20 2015-06-15 N