Deficiency Records for Selfhelp Home of Chicago
Updated as of July 01, 2019
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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Selfhelp Home of Chicago. 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 elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. | Fire Safety | 2019-05-09 | 2019-10-01 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-05-09 | 2019-06-07 | N |
| Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Fire Safety | 2019-05-09 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Have protected exits that allow the resident to escape the building. | Fire Safety | 2019-05-09 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-05-09 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2019-05-09 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2019-05-09 | 2019-06-05 | N |
| Establish emergency prep training and testing. | Fire Safety | 2019-05-08 | 2019-05-31 | N |
| Establish staff and initial training requirements. | Fire Safety | 2019-05-08 | 2019-05-31 | 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 ne | Health | 2019-05-08 | 2019-05-31 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2019-05-09 | 2019-05-28 | N |
| Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | Fire Safety | 2019-05-09 | 2019-05-24 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2019-05-09 | 2019-05-24 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2019-05-09 | 2019-05-21 | N |
| Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | Fire Safety | 2019-05-09 | 2019-05-21 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2019-05-09 | 2019-05-21 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2019-05-09 | 2019-05-09 | N |
| Try to resolve each resident's complaints quickly. | Health | 2017-06-14 | 2017-07-15 | N |
| Allow residents to easily view the results of the nursing home's most recent inspection. | Health | 2017-06-14 | 2017-07-15 | N |
| Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined safe. | Health | 2017-06-14 | 2017-07-15 | N |
| Allow residents the right to participate in the planning or revision of care and treatment. | Health | 2017-06-14 | 2017-07-15 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2017-06-14 | 2017-07-15 | N |
| Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. | Health | 2017-06-14 | 2017-07-15 | N |
| Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | Health | 2017-06-14 | 2017-07-15 | N |
| Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways. | Health | 2017-06-14 | 2017-07-15 | N |
| Keep clinical record information safe. | Health | 2017-06-14 | 2017-07-15 | N |
