A list of the most recent deficiencies for Alden of Waterford. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2023-05-11 | 2023-05-13 | Y |
| 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 | 2023-03-11 | 2023-03-14 | 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 | 2023-02-21 | 2023-03-03 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-21 | 2023-03-03 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2023-02-14 | 2023-02-22 | Y |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2023-02-03 | 2023-02-20 | 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 | 2023-02-03 | 2023-02-20 | 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 | 2023-02-03 | 2023-02-20 | Y |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2023-02-03 | 2023-02-20 | Y |
| Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | Health | 2023-01-26 | 2023-02-07 | Y |
| Ensure that anesthesia apparatus are tested after any adjustment, modification or repair. | Fire Safety | 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-05 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-03 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-03 | N |
| Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | Fire Safety | 2021-10-07 | 2021-10-28 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2021-10-07 | 2021-10-28 | N |
| Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2021-10-07 | 2021-10-19 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2021-10-07 | 2021-10-18 | 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 | 2021-10-07 | 2021-10-14 | N |
| Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | Fire Safety | 2021-10-07 | 2021-10-14 | N |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2021-10-07 | 2021-10-10 | N |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2021-10-07 | 2021-10-10 | 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 | 2021-10-07 | 2021-10-10 | N |
| Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services. | Health | 2021-10-07 | 2021-10-10 | N |
| Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law. | Health | 2021-10-07 | 2021-10-10 | N |
| Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. | Health | 2021-10-07 | 2021-10-10 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2021-10-07 | 2021-10-10 | N |
| Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. | Health | 2021-09-10 | 2021-09-24 | Y |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2020-03-05 | 2020-04-01 | N |
| Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. | Health | 2020-03-05 | 2020-04-01 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2020-03-05 | 2020-04-01 | N |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2020-03-05 | 2020-04-01 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2020-03-05 | 2020-04-01 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2020-03-11 | 2020-03-31 | N |
| Provide emergency officials' contact information. | Fire Safety | 2020-03-11 | 2020-03-25 | N |
| Establish staff and initial training requirements. | Fire Safety | 2020-03-11 | 2020-03-25 | N |
| Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. | Fire Safety | 2020-03-11 | 2020-03-20 | N |
| Have exits that are accessible at all times. | Fire Safety | 2020-03-11 | 2020-03-11 | N |
