A list of the most recent deficiencies for Stearns Nursing and Rehab 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | Health | 2023-10-19 | 2023-11-08 | Y |
| Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | Fire Safety | 2023-05-25 | 2023-06-16 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2023-05-25 | 2023-06-16 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-05-25 | 2023-06-16 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2023-05-25 | 2023-06-16 | N |
| Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. | Fire Safety | 2023-05-25 | 2023-06-16 | N |
| To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. | Fire Safety | 2023-05-25 | 2023-06-16 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2023-05-25 | 2023-06-16 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2023-05-25 | 2023-06-16 | N |
| Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. | Health | 2023-05-09 | 2023-06-02 | N |
| Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | Health | 2023-05-09 | 2023-06-02 | N |
| Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | Health | 2023-05-09 | 2023-06-02 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2023-05-09 | 2023-06-02 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2023-05-09 | 2023-06-02 | N |
| Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | Health | 2023-05-09 | 2023-06-02 | N |
| Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. | Health | 2023-05-09 | 2023-06-02 | N |
| Establish staff and initial training requirements. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-18 | 2022-06-02 | 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 | 2022-05-18 | 2022-06-02 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-18 | 2022-06-02 | N |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2022-04-22 | 2022-05-12 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2022-04-22 | 2022-05-12 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2022-04-22 | 2022-05-12 | N |
| Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. | Health | 2022-04-22 | 2022-05-12 | N |
| Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | Health | 2021-12-21 | 2022-01-05 | Y |
| Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | Health | 2021-09-23 | 2021-10-08 | Y |
| 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 | 2021-09-23 | 2021-10-08 | Y |
| Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | Health | 2021-09-23 | 2021-10-08 | Y |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2021-05-25 | 2021-06-18 | N |
| Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. | Fire Safety | 2021-05-25 | 2021-06-18 | 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 | 2021-05-12 | 2021-06-04 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2021-05-12 | 2021-06-04 | N |
| Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | Health | 2021-05-12 | 2021-06-04 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2021-05-12 | 2021-06-04 | N |
| Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records. | Health | 2021-04-09 | 2021-04-20 | 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 | 2021-04-09 | 2021-04-20 | Y |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2021-03-11 | 2021-04-01 | Y |
