A list of the most recent deficiencies for Palm Terrace of Mattoon. 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 the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. | Health | 2024-01-17 | 2024-01-26 | Y |
| Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | Health | 2024-01-17 | 2024-01-26 | Y |
| Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. | Health | 2023-11-05 | 2023-11-25 | Y |
| Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | Health | 2023-09-20 | 2023-09-27 | Y |
| Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | Health | 2023-07-18 | 2023-09-27 | Y |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2023-08-15 | 2023-09-20 | Y |
| Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | Health | 2023-08-31 | 2023-09-12 | Y |
| Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | Health | 2023-07-18 | 2023-09-12 | Y |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2023-05-23 | 2023-07-17 | N |
| Keep all essential equipment working safely. | Health | 2023-05-23 | 2023-07-17 | 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 | 2023-05-23 | 2023-06-30 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2023-06-05 | 2023-06-26 | N |
| Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | Health | 2023-05-23 | 2023-06-23 | N |
| Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). | Fire Safety | 2023-06-05 | 2023-06-23 | N |
| Conduct testing and exercise requirements. | Fire Safety | 2023-06-05 | 2023-06-23 | N |
| Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | Fire Safety | 2023-06-05 | 2023-06-23 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-06-05 | 2023-06-23 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2023-06-05 | 2023-06-23 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2023-06-05 | 2023-06-23 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2023-06-05 | 2023-06-23 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2023-06-05 | 2023-06-23 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Health | 2023-05-23 | 2023-06-08 | N |
| Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | Health | 2023-05-23 | 2023-06-08 | 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 | 2023-05-23 | 2023-06-08 | N |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2023-05-23 | 2023-06-08 | N |
| Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | Health | 2023-05-23 | 2023-06-08 | N |
| Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | Health | 2023-05-23 | 2023-06-08 | N |
| Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. | Health | 2023-05-23 | 2023-06-08 | 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 | 2023-05-23 | 2023-06-08 | N |
| 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 | 2023-05-23 | 2023-06-08 | N |
| Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. | Health | 2023-05-23 | 2023-06-08 | N |
| Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | Health | 2023-05-23 | 2023-06-08 | 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 | 2023-01-31 | 2023-04-03 | Y |
| Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | Health | 2023-02-22 | 2023-03-14 | Y |
| Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | Health | 2023-02-22 | 2023-03-14 | Y |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2023-02-22 | 2023-03-14 | Y |
| Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | Health | 2023-01-31 | 2023-03-14 | Y |
| Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | Health | 2023-01-31 | 2023-02-22 | 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 | 2022-08-17 | 2022-09-16 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2022-08-24 | 2022-09-12 | N |
| Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | Fire Safety | 2022-08-24 | 2022-09-12 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-08-24 | 2022-09-12 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-08-24 | 2022-09-12 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2022-08-24 | 2022-09-12 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2022-08-24 | 2022-09-12 | 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 | 2022-08-17 | 2022-09-08 | 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 | 2022-08-17 | 2022-09-07 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Health | 2022-08-17 | 2022-09-01 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. | Health | 2022-08-17 | 2022-09-01 | N |
| Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility. | Health | 2022-08-17 | 2022-09-01 | 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 | 2022-08-17 | 2022-09-01 | N |
| Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Health | 2022-08-17 | 2022-09-01 | N |
| PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | Health | 2022-08-17 | 2022-09-01 | N |
| Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. | Health | 2022-08-17 | 2022-09-01 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2022-08-17 | 2022-09-01 | N |
| Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. | Health | 2022-08-17 | 2022-09-01 | 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 | 2022-08-17 | 2022-09-01 | 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 | 2022-08-17 | 2022-09-01 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2022-08-17 | 2022-09-01 | N |
| Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room). | Health | 2022-01-28 | 2022-02-18 | Y |
| Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | Health | 2022-01-28 | 2022-02-18 | 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 | 2022-01-28 | 2022-02-18 | Y |
| Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. | Health | 2022-01-28 | 2022-02-18 | Y |
| Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. | Health | 2022-01-28 | 2022-02-18 | Y |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2021-10-28 | 2021-11-26 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2021-10-28 | 2021-11-26 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2021-10-28 | 2021-11-26 | N |
| Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2021-10-28 | 2021-11-26 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2021-10-28 | 2021-11-26 | N |
| To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. | Fire Safety | 2021-10-28 | 2021-11-26 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2021-10-28 | 2021-11-26 | N |
| Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | Health | 2021-10-29 | 2021-11-17 | Y |
| 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 | 2021-09-29 | 2021-10-09 | N |
| Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | Health | 2021-09-29 | 2021-10-09 | 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 | 2021-09-29 | 2021-10-09 | N |
| Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | Health | 2021-09-29 | 2021-10-09 | 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 | 2021-09-29 | 2021-10-09 | N |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2021-09-29 | 2021-10-09 | 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 | 2021-09-29 | 2021-10-09 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2021-09-29 | 2021-10-09 | 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 | 2021-09-29 | 2021-10-09 | N |
| Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | Health | 2021-09-29 | 2021-10-09 | N |
| Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. | Health | 2021-09-29 | 2021-10-09 | 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 | 2021-09-29 | 2021-10-09 | 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 | 2021-09-29 | 2021-10-09 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2021-09-29 | 2021-10-09 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2021-09-29 | 2021-10-09 | N |
| Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. | Health | 2021-09-29 | 2021-10-09 | N |
| Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | Health | 2021-09-29 | 2021-10-09 | N |
| Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | Health | 2021-07-21 | 2021-07-28 | Y |
| Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | Health | 2021-07-08 | 2021-07-09 | Y |
| Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | Health | 2021-07-08 | 2021-07-09 | Y |
