A list of the most recent deficiencies for Western Slope Health 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Implement emergency and standby power systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-11-21 | 2023-12-15 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-11-21 | 2023-12-15 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2023-11-21 | 2023-12-15 | N |
| Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. | Fire Safety | 2023-11-21 | 2023-12-15 | N |
| Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | Health | 2023-11-17 | 2023-12-07 | N |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2023-11-17 | 2023-12-07 | N |
| Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | Health | 2023-11-17 | 2023-12-07 | N |
| Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | Health | 2023-11-17 | 2023-12-07 | N |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2023-11-17 | 2023-12-07 | N |
| Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | Health | 2023-11-17 | 2023-12-07 | N |
| Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. | Health | 2023-11-17 | 2023-12-07 | N |
| Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. | Health | 2023-11-17 | 2023-12-07 | N |
| Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. | Health | 2023-11-17 | 2023-12-07 | 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 | 2023-11-17 | 2023-12-07 | N |
| Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. | Health | 2023-11-17 | 2023-12-07 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2023-11-17 | 2023-12-07 | N |
| Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | Health | 2023-11-17 | 2023-12-07 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2023-11-17 | 2023-12-07 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2023-09-18 | 2023-09-30 | Y |
| Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | Health | 2023-08-17 | 2023-09-21 | Y |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2023-08-30 | 2023-09-12 | Y |
| Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. | Health | 2023-07-20 | 2023-08-02 | Y |
| Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | Health | 2023-05-03 | 2023-05-18 | Y |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2023-01-25 | 2023-02-03 | Y |
| Provide primary/alternate means for communication. | Fire Safety | 2022-06-01 | 2022-07-08 | N |
| Use approved construction type or materials. | Fire Safety | 2022-06-01 | 2022-07-08 | N |
| Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. | Fire Safety | 2022-06-01 | 2022-07-08 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-06-01 | 2022-07-08 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2022-06-01 | 2022-07-08 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2022-06-01 | 2022-07-08 | N |
| Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. | Fire Safety | 2022-06-01 | 2022-07-08 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2022-06-01 | 2022-07-08 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2022-06-01 | 2022-07-08 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Health | 2022-05-26 | 2022-06-20 | N |
| Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. | Health | 2022-05-26 | 2022-06-20 | N |
| Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | Health | 2022-05-26 | 2022-06-20 | 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 | 2022-05-26 | 2022-06-20 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | Health | 2022-05-26 | 2022-06-20 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2022-05-26 | 2022-06-20 | N |
| Post nurse staffing information every day. | Health | 2022-05-26 | 2022-06-20 | N |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2022-05-26 | 2022-06-20 | N |
| Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | Health | 2022-05-26 | 2022-06-20 | 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 | 2022-05-26 | 2022-06-20 | N |
| Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. | Health | 2022-05-26 | 2022-06-20 | N |
| Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. | Health | 2022-05-26 | 2022-06-20 | 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 | 2022-05-26 | 2022-06-20 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | Health | 2022-05-26 | 2022-06-20 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2022-05-26 | 2022-06-20 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2022-05-26 | 2022-06-20 | N |
| Provide bedrooms that don't allow residents to see each other when privacy is needed. | Health | 2022-05-26 | 2022-06-20 | N |
| Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. | Health | 2022-05-26 | 2022-06-20 | N |
| Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | Health | 2021-06-10 | 2021-07-12 | Y |
| Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | Health | 2021-04-15 | 2021-05-10 | Y |
| Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. | Health | 2021-03-19 | 2021-04-07 | Y |
| Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | Health | 2019-05-09 | 2019-07-16 | N |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2019-05-09 | 2019-07-16 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2019-05-09 | 2019-07-16 | N |
| Provide emergency officials' contact information. | Fire Safety | 2019-06-27 | 2019-07-10 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-06-27 | 2019-07-10 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2019-06-27 | 2019-07-10 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2019-06-27 | 2019-07-10 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2019-06-27 | 2019-07-10 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2019-06-27 | 2019-07-10 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2019-06-27 | 2019-07-10 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2019-06-27 | 2019-07-10 | N |
