Deficiency Records for Pinewood Nursing Center

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Updated as of April 01, 2024

A list of the most recent deficiencies for Pinewood 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?
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 2023-12-13 2024-01-17 Y
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Health 2023-07-13 2023-07-28 Y
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 2022-10-20 2022-11-16 Y
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 2022-10-20 2022-11-16 Y
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 2022-10-20 2022-11-16 Y
Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Fire Safety 2022-10-20 2022-11-16 N
Install proper backup exit lighting. Fire Safety 2022-10-20 2022-11-16 N
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Fire Safety 2022-10-20 2022-11-16 N
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Fire Safety 2022-10-20 2022-11-16 N
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Fire Safety 2022-10-20 2022-11-16 N
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Fire Safety 2022-10-20 2022-11-16 N
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Fire Safety 2022-10-20 2022-11-16 N
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Health 2021-10-28 2021-12-02 Y
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Health 2021-10-28 2021-12-02 Y
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. Health 2021-04-12 2021-05-08 Y
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Health 2021-04-12 2021-05-08 Y
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 2021-04-12 2021-05-08 Y
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. Health 2019-11-22 2020-01-06 N
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Health 2019-11-22 2020-01-06 N
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Health 2019-11-22 2020-01-06 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 2019-11-22 2020-01-06 N
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Health 2019-11-22 2020-01-06 N
Notify the resident or the resident?s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident?s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. Health 2019-11-22 2020-01-06 N
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Health 2019-11-22 2020-01-06 N
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Health 2019-11-22 2020-01-06 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 2019-11-22 2020-01-06 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 2019-11-22 2020-01-06 N
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Health 2019-11-22 2020-01-06 N
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations and emergencies. Health 2019-11-22 2020-01-06 N
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Health 2019-11-22 2020-01-06 N
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Health 2019-11-22 2020-01-06 N
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Health 2019-11-22 2020-01-06 N
Provide bedrooms that don't allow residents to see each other when privacy is needed. Health 2019-11-22 2020-01-06 N
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Fire Safety 2019-10-28 2019-12-19 N
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Fire Safety 2019-10-28 2019-12-19 N
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Fire Safety 2019-10-28 2019-12-19 N
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Fire Safety 2019-10-28 2019-12-19 N
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Fire Safety 2019-10-28 2019-12-19 N
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Fire Safety 2019-10-28 2019-12-19 N
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Fire Safety 2019-10-28 2019-12-19 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 2018-07-13 2018-08-14 N
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Health 2018-07-13 2018-08-14 N
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Health 2018-07-13 2018-08-14 N
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. Health 2018-07-13 2018-08-14 N
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Health 2018-07-13 2018-08-14 N
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Health 2018-07-13 2018-08-14 N
Provide at least one room set aside to use as a resident dining room and for activities, that is a good size, with good lighting, air flow and furniture. Health 2018-07-13 2018-08-14 N
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Health 2018-07-13 2018-08-14 N
Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration. Fire Safety 2018-07-10 2018-08-14 N
List the names and contact information of those in the facility. Fire Safety 2018-07-10 2018-08-14 N
Install proper backup exit lighting. Fire Safety 2018-07-10 2018-08-14 N
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Fire Safety 2018-07-10 2018-08-14 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 2018-07-10 2018-08-14 N
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Fire Safety 2018-07-10 2018-08-14 N
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Fire Safety 2018-07-10 2018-08-14 N
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Fire Safety 2018-07-10 2018-08-14 N
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Fire Safety 2018-07-10 2018-08-14 N
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Fire Safety 2018-07-10 2018-08-14 N
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Fire Safety 2018-07-10 2018-08-14 N
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Fire Safety 2018-07-10 2018-08-14 N