A list of the most recent deficiencies for Buena Park Nursing 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | Health | 2023-12-21 | 2024-01-19 | Y |
| Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. | Health | 2023-11-29 | 2023-12-31 | Y |
| Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. | Health | 2022-06-28 | 2022-07-27 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | Health | 2022-06-28 | 2022-07-27 | N |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2022-06-28 | 2022-07-27 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2022-06-28 | 2022-07-27 | N |
| Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | Health | 2022-06-28 | 2022-07-27 | N |
| Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. | Health | 2022-06-28 | 2022-07-27 | N |
| Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | Health | 2022-06-28 | 2022-07-27 | 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 | 2022-06-28 | 2022-07-27 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2022-06-28 | 2022-07-27 | N |
| Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | Health | 2022-06-28 | 2022-07-27 | 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 | 2022-06-30 | 2022-07-15 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-06-30 | 2022-07-15 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2022-06-30 | 2022-07-15 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2022-06-30 | 2022-07-15 | N |
| Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. | Health | 2021-07-30 | 2021-08-30 | Y |
| Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | Health | 2021-07-27 | 2021-08-27 | Y |
| Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | Health | 2021-07-27 | 2021-08-27 | Y |
| Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Fire Safety | 2019-10-15 | 2019-11-04 | 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 | 2019-10-15 | 2019-11-04 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-10-15 | 2019-11-04 | N |
| Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. | Fire Safety | 2019-10-15 | 2019-11-04 | N |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2019-09-30 | 2019-10-30 | 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 | 2019-09-30 | 2019-10-30 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2019-09-30 | 2019-10-30 | N |
| Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. | Health | 2019-09-30 | 2019-10-30 | N |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2019-09-30 | 2019-10-30 | 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 | 2019-09-30 | 2019-10-30 | N |
| Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. | Health | 2019-09-30 | 2019-10-30 | N |
| Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. | Health | 2019-09-30 | 2019-10-30 | 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 | 2019-09-30 | 2019-10-30 | N |
| Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | Health | 2019-09-30 | 2019-10-30 | N |
| Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law. | Health | 2019-09-30 | 2019-10-30 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2019-09-30 | 2019-10-30 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2019-09-30 | 2019-10-30 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2018-12-13 | 2018-12-20 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2018-12-13 | 2018-12-20 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2018-12-13 | 2018-12-20 | N |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2018-10-11 | 2018-11-11 | N |
| Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | Health | 2018-10-11 | 2018-11-11 | N |
| Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. | Health | 2018-10-11 | 2018-11-11 | N |
| Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | Health | 2018-10-11 | 2018-11-11 | N |
| Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. | Health | 2018-10-11 | 2018-11-11 | N |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2018-10-11 | 2018-11-11 | 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 | 2018-10-11 | 2018-11-11 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2018-10-11 | 2018-11-11 | N |
| Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | Health | 2018-10-11 | 2018-11-11 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2018-10-11 | 2018-11-11 | N |
