Deficiency Records for Newport Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

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Updated as of April 01, 2024

A list of the most recent deficiencies for Newport Nursing and Rehabilitation 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?
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Health 2023-04-07 2023-04-28 N
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. Health 2023-04-07 2023-04-28 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 2023-04-07 2023-04-28 N
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Health 2023-04-07 2023-04-28 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 2023-04-07 2023-04-28 N
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Health 2023-04-07 2023-04-28 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 2023-04-07 2023-04-28 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 2023-04-07 2023-04-28 N
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Health 2023-04-07 2023-04-28 N
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Health 2023-04-07 2023-04-28 N
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. Health 2023-04-07 2023-04-28 N
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Health 2023-04-07 2023-04-28 N
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Health 2023-04-07 2023-04-28 N
Keep all essential equipment working safely. Health 2023-04-07 2023-04-28 N
Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame. Health 2023-04-07 2023-04-28 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 2023-04-11 2023-04-28 N
Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Fire Safety 2023-04-11 2023-04-28 N
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Fire Safety 2023-04-11 2023-04-28 N
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Fire Safety 2023-04-11 2023-04-28 N
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Fire Safety 2023-04-11 2023-04-28 N
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Fire Safety 2023-04-11 2023-04-28 N
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. Fire Safety 2023-04-11 2023-04-28 N
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Fire Safety 2023-04-11 2023-04-28 N
Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records. Health 2023-03-20 2023-03-27 Y
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Fire Safety 2020-01-06 2020-01-29 N
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Fire Safety 2020-01-06 2020-01-29 N
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Fire Safety 2020-01-06 2020-01-29 N
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Fire Safety 2020-01-06 2020-01-29 N
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Fire Safety 2020-01-06 2020-01-29 N
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Fire Safety 2020-01-06 2020-01-29 N
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Health 2019-12-20 2020-01-15 N
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Health 2019-12-20 2020-01-15 N
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Health 2019-12-20 2020-01-15 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 2019-12-20 2020-01-15 N
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Health 2019-12-20 2020-01-15 N
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Health 2019-12-20 2020-01-15 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 2019-04-19 2019-05-06 N
Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire. Fire Safety 2019-04-19 2019-05-06 N
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Fire Safety 2019-04-19 2019-05-06 N
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Fire Safety 2019-04-19 2019-05-06 N
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Fire Safety 2019-04-19 2019-05-06 N
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Health 2019-02-26 2019-03-26 N
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Health 2019-02-26 2019-03-26 N
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Health 2019-02-26 2019-03-26 N
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Health 2019-02-26 2019-03-26 N
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Health 2019-02-26 2019-03-26 N
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Health 2019-02-26 2019-03-26 N
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Health 2019-02-26 2019-03-26 N