A list of the most recent deficiencies for Aperion Care Bridgeport. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2023-07-26 | 2023-08-10 | N |
| Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. | Fire Safety | 2023-07-26 | 2023-08-10 | N |
| Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. | Health | 2023-07-27 | 2023-08-09 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2023-07-27 | 2023-08-09 | N |
| Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. | Fire Safety | 2023-07-26 | 2023-08-09 | N |
| Implement emergency and standby power systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-07-26 | 2023-08-09 | 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 | 2023-07-27 | 2023-07-27 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2023-07-27 | 2023-07-12 | Y |
| Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | Health | 2022-08-11 | 2022-09-16 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2022-08-11 | 2022-08-23 | 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 | 2022-08-09 | 2022-08-23 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2022-08-09 | 2022-08-23 | N |
| Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Health | 2022-04-13 | 2022-04-21 | Y |
| Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | Health | 2021-12-22 | 2022-01-06 | Y |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2021-12-22 | 2022-01-06 | Y |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2021-10-28 | 2021-11-04 | Y |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2021-09-14 | 2021-09-24 | Y |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2021-08-10 | 2021-08-18 | 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 | 2021-05-20 | 2021-06-16 | N |
| Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | Fire Safety | 2021-05-18 | 2021-06-11 | N |
| Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. | Fire Safety | 2021-05-18 | 2021-06-10 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2021-05-18 | 2021-06-10 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2021-05-18 | 2021-06-10 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Health | 2021-05-20 | 2021-06-08 | N |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2021-05-20 | 2021-06-08 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2021-05-20 | 2021-06-08 | N |
| Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | Health | 2021-05-20 | 2021-06-08 | N |
| Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | Health | 2021-05-20 | 2021-06-08 | 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 | 2021-05-20 | 2021-06-08 | 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 | 2021-05-20 | 2021-06-08 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2021-05-20 | 2021-06-08 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2021-05-20 | 2021-06-08 | N |
| Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | Health | 2021-05-20 | 2021-06-08 | N |
| Ensure that each resident is free from medications that restrain them, unless needed for medical treatment. | Health | 2021-04-20 | 2021-04-26 | Y |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2021-04-20 | 2021-04-26 | Y |
