A list of the most recent deficiencies for Power County Nursing Home. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition | Health | 2019-09-06 | 2019-12-31 | 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 | 2019-09-06 | 2019-12-31 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2019-09-06 | 2019-12-31 | N |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2019-09-06 | 2019-12-31 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2019-09-06 | 2019-12-31 | N |
| Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | Health | 2019-09-06 | 2019-10-30 | N |
| Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. | Fire Safety | 2018-10-01 | 2018-12-06 | N |
| Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. | Fire Safety | 2018-10-01 | 2018-12-06 | N |
| Provide family notifications of emergency plan. | Fire Safety | 2018-10-01 | 2018-12-06 | N |
| Conduct testing and exercise requirements. | Fire Safety | 2018-10-01 | 2018-12-06 | N |
| Meet other general requirements. | Fire Safety | 2018-10-01 | 2018-12-06 | N |
| Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. | Fire Safety | 2018-10-01 | 2018-12-06 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2018-10-01 | 2018-12-06 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2018-10-01 | 2018-12-06 | N |
| Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk. | Fire Safety | 2018-10-01 | 2018-12-06 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | Health | 2018-05-17 | 2018-06-30 | N |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2018-05-17 | 2018-06-30 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2018-05-17 | 2018-06-30 | N |
| Ensure each resident?s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | Health | 2018-05-17 | 2018-06-30 | 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 | 2018-05-17 | 2018-06-30 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2018-05-17 | 2018-06-30 | N |
| Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | Health | 2018-05-17 | 2018-06-30 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2017-07-10 | 2017-08-30 | 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 | 2017-07-10 | 2017-08-30 | N |
| Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. | Fire Safety | 2017-07-10 | 2017-08-30 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2017-07-10 | 2017-08-30 | N |
| Ensure medical gas and vacuum systems have documented maintenance programs. | Fire Safety | 2017-07-10 | 2017-08-30 | N |
| Ensure gas and vacuum systems are inspected and tested as part of a maintenance program. | Fire Safety | 2017-07-10 | 2017-08-30 | N |
| Allow residents to easily view the results of the nursing home's most recent inspection. | Health | 2017-01-27 | 2017-03-09 | N |
| Develop and implement policies for 1) screening and training employees; and the 2) prevention, identification, investigation, and reporting of any abuse, neglect, mistreatment and misappropriation of property. | Health | 2017-01-27 | 2017-03-09 | N |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2017-01-27 | 2017-03-09 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2017-01-27 | 2017-03-09 | N |
| Give each resident enough fluids to keep them healthy and prevent dehydration. | Health | 2017-01-27 | 2017-03-09 | N |
| Provide routine and emergency drugs through a licensed pharmacist and only under the general supervision of a licensed nurse. | Health | 2017-01-27 | 2017-03-09 | N |
| Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards. | Health | 2017-01-27 | 2017-03-09 | N |
| Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. | Health | 2017-01-27 | 2017-03-09 | N |
| Make sure that nurse aides show they have the skills and techniques to be able to care for residents' needs. | Health | 2017-01-27 | 2017-03-09 | N |
| Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies quarterly, and develop corrective plans of action. | Health | 2017-01-27 | 2017-03-09 | N |
| Corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2016-08-25 | 2016-09-19 | N |
| Walls that prevent smoke from passing through and would resist fire for at least one hour. | Fire Safety | 2016-08-25 | 2016-09-19 | N |
| Properly installed electrical wiring and equipment. | Fire Safety | 2016-08-25 | 2016-09-19 | N |
