A list of the most recent deficiencies for Plum Tree 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Use approved construction type or materials. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-06 | 2024-01-17 | N |
| Meet other general requirements that are deficient. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-06 | 2024-01-17 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-06 | 2024-01-17 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-06 | 2024-01-17 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-06 | 2024-01-17 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-06 | 2024-01-17 | N |
| Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | Health | 2023-12-01 | 2023-12-31 | N |
| Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | Health | 2023-12-01 | 2023-12-31 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2023-12-01 | 2023-12-31 | 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 | 2023-12-01 | 2023-12-31 | N |
| Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | Health | 2023-12-01 | 2023-12-31 | 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 | 2023-12-01 | 2023-12-31 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2023-12-01 | 2023-12-31 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2023-12-01 | 2023-12-31 | N |
| Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home. | Health | 2023-10-31 | 2023-11-29 | Y |
| Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder. | Health | 2023-07-05 | 2023-08-03 | Y |
| Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Health | 2022-05-13 | 2022-06-10 | Y |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2022-05-13 | 2022-06-10 | Y |
| Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. | Fire Safety | 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-16 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-16 | N |
| Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | Fire Safety | 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-16 | 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 | 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-16 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-16 | N |
| Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-16 | N |
| Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. | Fire Safety | 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-16 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-16 | N |
| Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. | Fire Safety | 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-16 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-16 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2022-02-16 | 2022-03-16 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Health | 2022-02-11 | 2022-03-13 | N |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2022-02-11 | 2022-03-13 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2022-02-11 | 2022-03-13 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2022-02-11 | 2022-03-13 | N |
| Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | Health | 2022-02-11 | 2022-03-13 | N |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2022-02-11 | 2022-03-13 | 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 | 2022-02-11 | 2022-03-13 | 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 | 2022-02-11 | 2022-03-13 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2022-02-11 | 2022-03-13 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-10-23 | 2019-11-04 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2019-10-23 | 2019-11-04 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. | Health | 2019-09-19 | 2019-10-18 | N |
| Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | Health | 2019-09-19 | 2019-10-18 | N |
| Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | Health | 2019-09-19 | 2019-10-18 | N |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2019-09-19 | 2019-10-18 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2019-09-19 | 2019-10-18 | N |
| Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | Health | 2019-09-19 | 2019-10-18 | N |
| Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | Health | 2019-09-19 | 2019-10-18 | N |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2019-09-19 | 2019-10-18 | N |
| Ensure each resident?s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | Health | 2019-09-19 | 2019-10-18 | 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 | 2019-09-19 | 2019-10-18 | N |
| Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | Health | 2019-09-19 | 2019-10-18 | 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 | 2019-09-19 | 2019-10-18 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2019-09-19 | 2019-10-18 | N |
| Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | Health | 2019-09-19 | 2019-10-18 | N |
| Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. | Health | 2019-09-19 | 2019-10-18 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2019-09-19 | 2019-10-18 | N |
