Deficiency Records for Elwood Health and Living

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Updated as of March 01, 2024

A list of the most recent deficiencies for Elwood Health and Living. 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?
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Fire Safety 2023-05-24 2023-06-29 N
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Fire Safety 2023-05-24 2023-06-29 N
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Fire Safety 2023-05-24 2023-06-29 N
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Fire Safety 2023-05-24 2023-06-29 N
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Fire Safety 2023-05-24 2023-06-29 N
Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen. Fire Safety 2023-05-24 2023-06-29 N
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition Health 2023-05-12 2023-05-25 N
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Health 2023-05-12 2023-05-25 N
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Health 2023-05-12 2023-05-25 N
List the names and contact information of those in the facility. Fire Safety 2022-05-18 2022-08-01 N
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Fire Safety 2022-05-18 2022-08-01 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 2022-08-01 N
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Fire Safety 2022-05-18 2022-08-01 N
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Fire Safety 2022-05-18 2022-08-01 N
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Fire Safety 2022-05-18 2022-08-01 N
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Fire Safety 2022-05-18 2022-08-01 N
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. Health 2022-04-08 2022-04-27 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 necessary and PRN use is limited. Health 2022-04-08 2022-04-27 N
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Health 2022-04-08 2022-04-27 N
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Health 2022-03-30 2022-04-04 Y
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Fire Safety 2022-02-02 2022-02-18 Y
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Fire Safety 2022-02-02 2022-02-18 Y
Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Fire Safety 2022-02-02 2022-02-18 Y
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Fire Safety 2021-05-11 2022-01-01 N
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Fire Safety 2021-05-11 2022-01-01 N
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. Health 2021-08-05 2021-08-25 Y
Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. Health 2021-08-05 2021-08-25 Y
Install proper backup exit lighting. Fire Safety 2021-05-11 2021-06-03 N
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Fire Safety 2021-05-11 2021-06-03 N
Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Fire Safety 2021-05-11 2021-06-03 N
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Fire Safety 2021-05-11 2021-06-03 N
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Fire Safety 2021-05-11 2021-06-03 N
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Fire Safety 2021-05-11 2021-06-03 N
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Fire Safety 2021-05-11 2021-06-03 N
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Fire Safety 2021-05-11 2021-06-03 N
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Fire Safety 2021-05-11 2021-06-03 N
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Fire Safety 2021-05-11 2021-06-03 N
Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen. Fire Safety 2021-05-11 2021-06-03 N
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Health 2021-04-26 2021-05-07 N
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. Health 2021-04-26 2021-05-07 N
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Health 2021-04-26 2021-05-07 N
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Health 2021-04-26 2021-05-07 N
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Health 2021-04-26 2021-05-07 N
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Health 2021-04-26 2021-05-07 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 necessary and PRN use is limited. Health 2021-04-26 2021-05-07 N
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Health 2021-04-26 2021-05-07 N