A list of the most recent deficiencies for Effingham Rehab and Health C Ctr. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | Health | 2024-01-17 | 2024-02-08 | Y |
| Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | Health | 2024-01-17 | 2024-02-08 | Y |
| Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | Health | 2024-01-17 | 2024-02-08 | Y |
| Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | Health | 2024-01-17 | 2024-02-08 | 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 | 2024-01-17 | 2024-02-08 | Y |
| Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | Health | 2024-01-17 | 2024-02-08 | Y |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2023-12-15 | 2024-01-04 | Y |
| Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. | Health | 2023-11-22 | 2023-12-08 | Y |
| Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. | Health | 2023-11-22 | 2023-12-08 | Y |
| Conduct testing and exercise requirements. | Fire Safety | 2023-08-23 | 2023-09-08 | N |
| Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. | Fire Safety | 2023-08-23 | 2023-09-08 | N |
| Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. | Fire Safety | 2023-08-23 | 2023-09-08 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2023-08-23 | 2023-09-08 | N |
| Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2023-08-23 | 2023-09-08 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2023-08-23 | 2023-09-08 | N |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2023-08-22 | 2023-09-07 | Y |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | Health | 2023-08-22 | 2023-09-07 | N |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2023-08-22 | 2023-09-07 | N |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2023-08-22 | 2023-09-07 | N |
| Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. | Health | 2023-08-22 | 2023-09-07 | N |
| Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | Health | 2023-08-22 | 2023-09-07 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | Health | 2023-08-22 | 2023-09-07 | N |
| Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident?s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. | Health | 2023-08-22 | 2023-09-07 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2023-08-22 | 2023-09-07 | N |
| Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws. | Health | 2023-06-29 | 2023-07-18 | Y |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2023-06-09 | 2023-06-15 | Y |
| Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Health | 2023-05-24 | 2023-06-10 | Y |
| Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. | Health | 2023-05-24 | 2023-06-10 | Y |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2023-05-24 | 2023-06-10 | Y |
| 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 | 2023-05-24 | 2023-06-10 | Y |
| Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | Health | 2023-05-24 | 2023-06-09 | Y |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2023-04-24 | 2023-05-14 | 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 | 2023-01-18 | 2023-02-02 | Y |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2022-08-26 | 2022-09-15 | Y |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2022-07-22 | 2022-08-12 | N |
| Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. | Health | 2022-07-22 | 2022-08-12 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2022-07-22 | 2022-08-12 | N |
| Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Health | 2022-07-22 | 2022-08-12 | Y |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2022-07-22 | 2022-08-12 | Y |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2022-07-22 | 2022-08-12 | Y |
| Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. | Health | 2022-07-22 | 2022-08-12 | Y |
| Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. | Health | 2022-02-17 | 2022-03-31 | Y |
| Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. | Health | 2022-03-03 | 2022-03-11 | Y |
| Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. | Health | 2021-12-30 | 2022-02-02 | Y |
| Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death. | Health | 2021-11-19 | 2021-12-10 | Y |
| Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. | Health | 2021-09-24 | 2021-10-11 | Y |
| Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. | Health | 2021-07-06 | 2021-07-16 | Y |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2021-04-29 | 2021-05-14 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2021-04-29 | 2021-05-14 | N |
| Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. | Health | 2021-04-29 | 2021-05-14 | 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 | 2021-04-29 | 2021-05-14 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2021-04-29 | 2021-05-14 | N |
| Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). | Fire Safety | 2021-04-27 | 2021-05-14 | N |
| Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. | Fire Safety | 2021-04-27 | 2021-05-14 | N |
| Establish policies and procedures including evacuation. | Fire Safety | 2021-04-27 | 2021-05-14 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2021-04-27 | 2021-05-14 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2021-04-27 | 2021-05-14 | N |
