Deficiency Records for Highlight Healthcare of Aurora

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Updated as of August 01, 2016

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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Highlight Healthcare of Aurora. 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?
1) Hire only people with no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. Health 2016-06-09 2016-07-22 N
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. Health 2016-06-27 2016-07-08 Y
Approved construction type or materials. Fire Safety 2015-07-28 2015-10-06 N
Corridors that are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. Fire Safety 2015-07-28 2015-10-06 N
A written emergency evacuation plan. Fire Safety 2015-07-28 2015-08-21 N
Properly sized and located linen or trash receptacles. Fire Safety 2015-07-28 2015-08-14 N
Protected exits that allow the resident to escape the building. Fire Safety 2015-07-28 2015-08-10 N
Proper backup exit lighting. Fire Safety 2015-07-28 2015-08-10 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 2015-07-24 2015-08-10 N
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Health 2015-07-24 2015-08-10 N
Special areas constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or an approved fire extinguishing system. Fire Safety 2015-07-28 2015-08-05 N
Heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Fire Safety 2015-07-28 2015-08-05 N
Properly protected cooking facilities. Fire Safety 2015-07-28 2015-08-02 N
Automatic sprinkler systems that have been maintained in working order. Fire Safety 2015-07-28 2015-07-30 N
Proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Fire Safety 2015-07-28 2015-07-30 N
Walls that prevent smoke from passing through and would resist fire for at least one hour. Fire Safety 2015-07-28 2015-07-29 N
Provide timely notification to the resident before transfer or discharge. Health 2015-06-05 2015-06-15 Y
Properly protected cooking facilities. Fire Safety 2014-05-28 2014-06-22 N
Corridors that are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. Fire Safety 2014-05-28 2014-06-20 N
Corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Fire Safety 2014-05-28 2014-06-20 N
Exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Fire Safety 2014-05-28 2014-06-20 N
Walls that prevent smoke from passing through and would resist fire for at least one hour. Fire Safety 2014-05-28 2014-06-20 N
Special areas constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or an approved fire extinguishing system. Fire Safety 2014-05-28 2014-06-20 N
Proper backup exit lighting. Fire Safety 2014-05-28 2014-06-20 N
Emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Fire Safety 2014-05-28 2014-06-20 N
A written emergency evacuation plan. Fire Safety 2014-05-28 2014-06-20 N
A fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Fire Safety 2014-05-28 2014-06-20 N
Properly maintained smoke detectors. Fire Safety 2014-05-28 2014-06-20 N
Automatic sprinkler systems that have been maintained in working order. Fire Safety 2014-05-28 2014-06-20 N
No-smoking signs where oxygen is used. Fire Safety 2014-05-28 2014-06-20 N
Properly installed electrical wiring and equipment. Fire Safety 2014-05-28 2014-06-20 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 2014-05-22 2014-06-13 N
Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. Health 2014-05-22 2014-06-12 N
Ensure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless medically necessary, and that incontinent patients receive proper services to prevent urinary tract infections and restore normal bladder functions. Health 2014-05-22 2014-06-12 N
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. Health 2014-05-22 2014-06-12 N
Post nurse staffing information/data on a daily basis. Health 2014-05-22 2014-06-12 N
Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. Health 2014-05-22 2014-06-12 N
Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards. Health 2014-05-22 2014-06-12 N
Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. Health 2014-05-22 2014-06-12 N
Ensure that residents are safe from serious medication errors. Health 2014-05-22 2014-05-22 N
Corridors that are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. Fire Safety 2016-06-15 Not Fixed N
Corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Fire Safety 2016-06-15 Not Fixed N
Proper stairway enclosures and vertical shafts. Fire Safety 2016-06-15 Not Fixed N
Smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Fire Safety 2016-06-15 Not Fixed N
Special areas constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or an approved fire extinguishing system. Fire Safety 2016-06-15 Not Fixed N
A written emergency evacuation plan. Fire Safety 2016-06-15 Not Fixed N
Record of quarterly fire drills for each shift under varying conditions. Fire Safety 2016-06-15 Not Fixed N
Automatic sprinkler systems that have been maintained in working order. Fire Safety 2016-06-15 Not Fixed N
Posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Fire Safety 2016-06-15 Not Fixed N
Heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Fire Safety 2016-06-15 Not Fixed N
An externally vented heating system. Fire Safety 2016-06-15 Not Fixed N
Properly protected cooking facilities. Fire Safety 2016-06-15 Not Fixed N
Properly installed electrical wiring and equipment. Fire Safety 2016-06-15 Not Fixed N