Deficiency Records for Life Care Center of Boise
Updated as of February 01, 2021
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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Life Care Center of Boise. 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? |
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Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2020-07-21 | 2020-08-31 | N |
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2020-05-08 | 2020-05-08 | N |
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. | Health | 2020-02-21 | 2020-04-02 | 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 | 2020-02-21 | 2020-04-02 | N |
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2020-02-21 | 2020-04-02 | 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 | 2020-02-21 | 2020-04-02 | N |
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2020-02-21 | 2020-04-02 | N |
Ensure each resident?s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | Health | 2020-02-21 | 2020-04-02 | 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 | 2020-02-21 | 2020-04-02 | 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 | 2020-02-21 | 2020-04-02 | N |
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. | Health | 2020-02-21 | 2020-04-02 | N |
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2020-02-21 | 2020-04-02 | N |
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | Health | 2020-02-21 | 2020-04-02 | N |
Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. | Fire Safety | 2019-05-29 | 2019-06-28 | N |
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Fire Safety | 2019-05-29 | 2019-06-28 | N |
Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2019-05-29 | 2019-06-28 | N |
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2019-05-29 | 2019-06-28 | N |
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. | Fire Safety | 2019-05-29 | 2019-06-28 | N |
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2019-05-29 | 2019-06-28 | 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 | 2019-05-29 | 2019-06-07 | N |
Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds. | Health | 2018-10-26 | 2019-04-16 | Y |
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2019-02-19 | 2019-03-20 | Y |
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. | Health | 2018-10-26 | 2019-03-20 | Y |
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | Health | 2018-10-26 | 2019-03-20 | Y |
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Health | 2018-10-26 | 2018-12-21 | N |
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. | Health | 2018-10-26 | 2018-12-21 | N |
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | Health | 2018-10-26 | 2018-12-21 | 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 | 2018-10-26 | 2018-12-21 | N |
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2018-10-26 | 2018-12-21 | N |
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2018-10-26 | 2018-12-21 | 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 | 2018-10-26 | 2018-12-21 | N |
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | Health | 2018-10-26 | 2018-12-21 | 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 | 2018-10-26 | 2018-12-21 | N |
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2018-10-26 | 2018-12-21 | N |
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | Health | 2018-10-26 | 2018-12-21 | Y |
Limit the charges against residents' personal funds for items or services for which payment is made under Medicare or Medicaid. | Health | 2018-06-28 | 2018-08-02 | Y |
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | Health | 2018-06-28 | 2018-08-02 | Y |
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | Health | 2018-06-28 | 2018-08-02 | Y |
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition | Health | 2018-06-28 | 2018-08-02 | Y |
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | Health | 2018-06-28 | 2018-08-02 | Y |
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2018-06-28 | 2018-08-02 | Y |
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2018-06-28 | 2018-08-02 | Y |
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | Health | 2018-06-28 | 2018-08-02 | Y |
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2018-06-28 | 2018-08-02 | Y |
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | Health | 2018-06-28 | 2018-08-02 | Y |
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). | Fire Safety | 2018-05-31 | 2018-07-18 | N |
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-31 | 2018-07-18 | N |
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-31 | 2018-07-18 | N |
List the names and contact information of those in the facility. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-31 | 2018-07-18 | N |
Establish emergency prep training and testing. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-31 | 2018-07-18 | N |
Establish staff and initial training requirements. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-31 | 2018-07-18 | N |
Conduct testing and exercise requirements. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-31 | 2018-07-18 | N |
Meet other general requirements. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-31 | 2018-07-18 | N |
Use approved construction type or materials. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-31 | 2018-07-18 | N |
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-31 | 2018-07-18 | N |
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-31 | 2018-07-18 | N |
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-31 | 2018-07-18 | N |
Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-31 | 2018-07-18 | N |
Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-31 | 2018-07-18 | N |
Provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full recognition of their individuality. | Health | 2017-02-23 | 2017-03-30 | N |
Provide a safe, clean, comfortable and home-like environment; and allow residents to use personal belongings to the extent possible. | Health | 2017-02-23 | 2017-03-30 | N |
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment by a qualified health professional. | Health | 2017-02-23 | 2017-03-30 | N |
Allow residents the right to participate in the planning or revision of care and treatment. | Health | 2017-02-23 | 2017-03-30 | N |
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2017-02-23 | 2017-03-30 | N |
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 | 2017-02-23 | 2017-03-30 | N |
Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. | Health | 2017-02-23 | 2017-03-30 | N |
Keep accurate, complete and organized clinical records on each resident that meet professional standards. | Health | 2017-02-23 | 2017-03-30 | N |
Corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2016-03-07 | 2016-04-05 | N |
Signs that state that exit doors are to be kept closed. | Fire Safety | 2016-03-07 | 2016-04-05 | N |
Walls that prevent smoke from passing through and would resist fire for at least one hour. | Fire Safety | 2016-03-07 | 2016-04-05 | N |
Exits that are accessible at all times. | Fire Safety | 2016-03-07 | 2016-04-05 | N |
Automatic sprinkler systems that have been maintained in working order. | Fire Safety | 2016-03-07 | 2016-04-05 | N |
Exits that are free from obstructions and can be used at all times. | Fire Safety | 2016-03-07 | 2016-04-05 | N |
Properly installed electrical wiring and equipment. | Fire Safety | 2016-03-07 | 2016-04-05 | N |