A list of the most recent deficiencies for The Springs of Brinkley. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2023-08-24 | 2023-09-14 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2023-08-24 | 2023-09-14 | N |
| Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Health | 2023-08-25 | 2023-09-08 | N |
| Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. | Health | 2023-08-25 | 2023-09-08 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2023-08-25 | 2023-09-08 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2023-08-25 | 2023-09-08 | N |
| Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | Health | 2023-08-25 | 2023-09-08 | N |
| Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | Health | 2023-08-25 | 2023-09-08 | N |
| Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | Fire Safety | 2023-08-24 | 2023-09-08 | N |
| Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition. | Health | 2022-10-25 | 2022-11-08 | Y |
| Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted | Health | 2022-10-25 | 2022-11-08 | Y |
| 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 | 2022-05-25 | 2022-06-24 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2022-05-25 | 2022-06-24 | N |
| Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. | Health | 2022-05-25 | 2022-06-24 | N |
| Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | Health | 2022-05-25 | 2022-06-24 | 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 | 2022-05-25 | 2022-06-24 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. | Health | 2022-05-25 | 2022-06-24 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2022-05-25 | 2022-06-24 | 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 | 2022-05-25 | 2022-06-24 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-25 | 2022-06-24 | N |
| Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-25 | 2022-06-24 | N |
| Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-25 | 2022-06-24 | N |
| Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-25 | 2022-06-24 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-25 | 2022-06-24 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-25 | 2022-06-24 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-25 | 2022-06-24 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-25 | 2022-06-24 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-25 | 2022-06-24 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-25 | 2022-05-25 | N |
| Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | Health | 2022-04-22 | 2022-05-13 | Y |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2022-04-22 | 2022-05-13 | Y |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | Health | 2021-03-19 | 2021-04-09 | N |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2021-03-19 | 2021-04-09 | N |
| Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. | Health | 2021-03-19 | 2021-04-09 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2021-03-19 | 2021-04-09 | N |
| Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | Fire Safety | 2021-03-17 | 2021-04-09 | N |
| Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | Fire Safety | 2021-03-17 | 2021-04-09 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2021-03-17 | 2021-04-09 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. | Health | 2021-03-19 | 2021-03-19 | N |
| Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility. | Health | 2021-03-19 | 2021-03-19 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2021-03-17 | 2021-03-17 | N |
