Deficiency Records for Palm Garden of Clearwater
Updated as of July 01, 2019
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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Palm Garden of Clearwater. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-04-10 | 2019-05-10 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-04-10 | 2019-05-10 | N |
| Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | Health | 2019-04-10 | 2019-05-10 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2019-04-10 | 2019-05-10 | N |
| Ensure each resident?s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | Health | 2019-04-10 | 2019-05-10 | Y |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2018-02-15 | 2018-03-15 | N |
| Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Fire Safety | 2018-02-15 | 2018-03-15 | 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 | 2018-02-15 | 2018-03-15 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2018-02-15 | 2018-03-15 | N |
| Ensure that any exit in an area undergoing construction, repair, or improvements shall be inspected daily to ensure its ability to be used instantly in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2018-02-15 | 2018-03-15 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2018-02-15 | 2018-03-15 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2018-02-15 | 2018-03-15 | N |
| Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | Health | 2018-02-15 | 2018-03-15 | Y |
| Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition | Health | 2018-02-15 | 2018-03-15 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2018-02-15 | 2018-03-15 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2018-02-15 | 2018-03-15 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2018-02-15 | 2018-03-15 | N |
| Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined safe. | Health | 2017-04-13 | 2017-05-13 | N |
| Provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full recognition of their individuality. | Health | 2017-04-13 | 2017-05-13 | N |
| Develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2017-04-13 | 2017-05-13 | N |
| Ensure that residents receive proper treatment and assistive devices to maintain their vision and hearing. | Health | 2017-04-13 | 2017-05-13 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2017-04-13 | 2017-05-13 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2017-04-13 | 2017-05-13 | N |
| Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards. | Health | 2017-04-13 | 2017-05-13 | N |
| Keep clinical record information safe. | Health | 2017-04-13 | 2017-05-13 | N |
| Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | Health | 2017-04-13 | 2017-04-06 | Y |
| Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care. | Health | 2017-04-13 | 2017-04-06 | Y |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2017-04-13 | 2017-04-06 | Y |
| 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 | 2017-04-13 | 2017-04-06 | Y |
| Provide routine and emergency drugs through a licensed pharmacist and only under the general supervision of a licensed nurse. | Health | 2017-04-13 | 2017-04-06 | Y |
| Make sure that the facility is administered in an acceptable way that maintains the well-being of each resident . | Health | 2017-04-13 | 2017-04-06 | Y |
| Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined safe. | Health | 2016-10-23 | 2016-11-23 | Y |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2016-10-23 | 2016-11-23 | Y |
