Deficiency Records for Buena Vista Care Center
Updated as of January 01, 2019
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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Buena Vista 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. | Health | 2018-08-15 | 2018-09-06 | N |
| Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | Health | 2018-08-15 | 2018-09-06 | N |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2018-08-15 | 2018-09-06 | 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 ne | Health | 2018-08-15 | 2018-09-06 | N |
| Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. | Health | 2018-08-15 | 2018-09-06 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | Health | 2018-08-15 | 2018-09-06 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2018-08-15 | 2018-09-06 | N |
| Keep all essential equipment working safely. | Health | 2018-08-15 | 2018-09-06 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2018-08-15 | 2018-09-06 | Y |
| Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs. | Health | 2018-02-06 | 2018-02-19 | Y |
| Keep all essential equipment working safely. | Health | 2018-02-06 | 2018-02-19 | Y |
| Notify the resident or the resident?s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident?s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. | Health | 2018-01-11 | 2018-02-10 | Y |
| Ensure each resident?s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | Health | 2018-01-11 | 2018-02-10 | Y |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2017-12-20 | 2018-01-31 | Y |
| Tell the resident or the resident?s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident?s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. | Health | 2017-12-19 | 2018-01-15 | Y |
| Ensure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless medically necessary, and that incontinent patients receive proper services to prevent urinary tract infections and restore normal bladder functions. | Health | 2017-12-19 | 2018-01-15 | Y |
| Keep accurate, complete and organized clinical records on each resident that meet professional standards. | Health | 2017-12-19 | 2018-01-15 | Y |
| Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Fire Safety | 2017-08-15 | 2017-09-13 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2017-08-15 | 2017-09-13 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2017-08-15 | 2017-09-13 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2017-08-15 | 2017-09-13 | N |
| Meet other general requirements that are deficient. | Fire Safety | 2017-08-15 | 2017-09-13 | N |
| Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. | Fire Safety | 2017-08-15 | 2017-09-13 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment by a qualified health professional. | Health | 2017-08-14 | 2017-08-28 | Y |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2017-08-14 | 2017-08-28 | Y |
| Keep accurate, complete and organized clinical records on each resident that meet professional standards. | Health | 2017-08-14 | 2017-08-28 | Y |
| Develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2017-08-04 | 2017-08-11 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2017-08-04 | 2017-08-11 | N |
| Make sure that special or therapeutic diets are ordered by the attending doctor. | Health | 2017-08-04 | 2017-08-11 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2017-08-04 | 2017-08-11 | N |
| Make sure each resident has 1) at least one window to the outside in a room; 2) a room at or above ground level; 3) adequate bedding; 4) furniture that meets the resident's needs; or 5) adequate closet space. | Health | 2017-08-04 | 2017-08-11 | N |
| Help the resident in making transportation arrangements to and from radiology services. | Health | 2017-07-31 | 2017-08-01 | Y |
| Keep accurate, complete and organized clinical records on each resident that meet professional standards. | Health | 2017-07-31 | 2017-08-01 | Y |
| Corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-13 | 2016-10-18 | N |
| A fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-13 | 2016-10-18 | N |
| Properly working alarms on sprinkler valves. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-13 | 2016-10-18 | N |
| Automatic sprinkler systems that have been maintained in working order. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-13 | 2016-10-18 | N |
| Heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-13 | 2016-10-18 | N |
| Exits that are free from obstructions and can be used at all times. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-13 | 2016-10-18 | N |
| Weekly inspections and monthly testing of generators. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-13 | 2016-10-18 | N |
| Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. | Health | 2016-09-01 | 2016-09-30 | N |
| Keep each resident free from physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. | Health | 2016-09-01 | 2016-09-30 | N |
| Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. | Health | 2016-09-01 | 2016-09-30 | N |
| Develop a post-discharge plan with the resident and family for the resident's care after leaving the nursing home. | Health | 2016-09-01 | 2016-09-30 | N |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2016-09-01 | 2016-09-30 | N |
| Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. | Health | 2016-09-01 | 2016-09-30 | N |
| Give proper treatment to residents with feeding tubes to prevent problems (such as aspiration pneumonia, diarrhea, vomiting, dehydration, metabolic abnormalities, nasal-pharyngeal ulcers) and help restore eating skills, if possible. | Health | 2016-09-01 | 2016-09-30 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2016-09-01 | 2016-09-30 | N |
| 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 | 2016-09-01 | 2016-09-30 | N |
| Keep the rate of medication errors (wrong drug, wrong dose, wrong time) to less than 5%. | Health | 2016-09-01 | 2016-09-30 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2016-09-01 | 2016-09-30 | N |
| Provide routine and emergency drugs through a licensed pharmacist and only under the general supervision of a licensed nurse. | Health | 2016-09-01 | 2016-09-30 | N |
| At least once a month, have a licensed pharmacist review each resident's medication(s) and report any irregularities to the attending doctor. | Health | 2016-09-01 | 2016-09-30 | N |
| Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards. | Health | 2016-09-01 | 2016-09-30 | N |
| Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. | Health | 2016-09-01 | 2016-09-30 | N |
| Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's room or bathroom and bathing area. | Health | 2016-09-01 | 2016-09-30 | N |
| Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | Health | 2016-09-01 | 2016-09-30 | N |
| Keep accurate, complete and organized clinical records on each resident that meet professional standards. | Health | 2016-09-01 | 2016-09-30 | N |
| Have a detailed, written plan for disasters and emergencies, such as fire, severe weather, and missing residents. | Health | 2016-09-01 | 2016-09-30 | N |
| Train all employees on what to do in an emergency, and carry out unannounced staff drills. | Health | 2016-09-01 | 2016-09-30 | N |
| Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. | Health | 2016-08-08 | 2016-08-20 | Y |
| Give or get quality laboratory services/tests in a timely manner to meet the needs of residents. | Health | 2016-08-08 | 2016-08-20 | Y |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2016-06-01 | 2016-06-13 | Y |
| Keep each resident free from physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. | Health | 2016-05-12 | 2016-05-19 | Y |
