A list of the most recent deficiencies for Dupage Care 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. | Fire Safety | 2023-11-02 | 2023-11-09 | 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 | 2023-11-02 | 2023-11-09 | N |
| Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. | Fire Safety | 2023-11-02 | 2023-11-09 | N |
| Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | Fire Safety | 2023-11-02 | 2023-11-09 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2023-11-02 | 2023-11-09 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2023-11-02 | 2023-11-09 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2023-11-02 | 2023-11-09 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Health | 2023-10-26 | 2023-11-08 | N |
| Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | Health | 2023-10-26 | 2023-11-08 | N |
| Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | Health | 2023-10-26 | 2023-11-03 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2023-10-26 | 2023-11-03 | 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 | 2023-10-26 | 2023-11-03 | N |
| Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | Health | 2023-10-19 | 2023-10-27 | Y |
| Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-03 | 2023-01-13 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-03 | 2023-01-13 | N |
| Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-03 | 2023-01-13 | N |
| Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-03 | 2023-01-13 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-03 | 2023-01-13 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-03 | 2023-01-13 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-03 | 2023-01-13 | N |
| Ensure proper storage of liquid oxygen. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-03 | 2023-01-13 | N |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2022-11-30 | 2022-12-07 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2022-11-30 | 2022-12-07 | 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 | 2022-11-30 | 2022-12-07 | N |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2022-01-18 | 2022-01-26 | Y |
| Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | Health | 2021-09-30 | 2021-10-04 | Y |
| Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. | Fire Safety | 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-14 | N |
| Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation. | Fire Safety | 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-14 | N |
| Have exits that are accessible at all times. | Fire Safety | 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-14 | 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 | 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-14 | N |
| Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | Fire Safety | 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-14 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-14 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-14 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-14 | N |
| Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-14 | N |
| Provide properly sized and located linen or trash receptacles. | Fire Safety | 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-14 | N |
| Ensure gas and vacuum systems are inspected and tested as part of a maintenance program. | Fire Safety | 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-14 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-14 | N |
| Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen. | Fire Safety | 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-14 | N |
| Ensure proper storage of liquid oxygen. | Fire Safety | 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-14 | N |
| Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | Health | 2021-08-04 | 2021-08-30 | N |
| Assure that each resident?s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. | Health | 2021-08-04 | 2021-08-30 | N |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2021-08-04 | 2021-08-30 | N |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2021-08-04 | 2021-08-30 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2021-08-04 | 2021-08-30 | N |
| Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | Health | 2021-08-04 | 2021-08-30 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2021-08-04 | 2021-08-30 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2021-05-11 | 2021-05-12 | Y |
