Deficiency Records for Good Samaritan Society - Waukon
Updated as of February 01, 2021
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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Good Samaritan Society - Waukon. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. | Health | 2020-01-09 | 2020-01-29 | N |
| Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. | Health | 2020-01-09 | 2020-01-29 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2020-01-09 | 2020-01-29 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2020-01-16 | 2020-01-22 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2020-01-16 | 2020-01-21 | N |
| Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. | Fire Safety | 2020-01-16 | 2020-01-18 | 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 | 2020-01-16 | 2020-01-17 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2020-01-16 | 2020-01-16 | N |
| Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-03 | 2019-02-06 | N |
| Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-03 | 2019-01-31 | N |
| Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-03 | 2019-01-21 | 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 | 2018-12-13 | 2019-01-21 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | Health | 2018-12-13 | 2019-01-21 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2018-12-13 | 2019-01-21 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-03 | 2019-01-18 | N |
| Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-03 | 2019-01-15 | N |
| Provide primary/alternate means for communication. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-03 | 2019-01-15 | N |
| Establish methods for sharing information. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-03 | 2019-01-15 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-03 | 2019-01-14 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-03 | 2019-01-09 | N |
| Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-03 | 2019-01-08 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-03 | 2019-01-08 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-03 | 2019-01-08 | N |
| Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. | Fire Safety | 2017-08-28 | 2017-09-25 | N |
| Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges. | Health | 2017-08-24 | 2017-09-24 | N |
| Assist those residents who need help with eating/drinking, grooming and personal and oral hygiene. | Health | 2017-08-24 | 2017-09-24 | N |
| Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. | Health | 2017-08-24 | 2017-09-24 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2017-08-24 | 2017-09-24 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2017-08-24 | 2017-09-24 | N |
| Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. | Health | 2017-08-24 | 2017-09-24 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2017-08-28 | 2017-09-05 | 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 | 2017-08-28 | 2017-08-30 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2017-08-28 | 2017-08-29 | N |
| Install proper backup exit lighting. | Fire Safety | 2017-08-28 | 2017-08-28 | N |
| Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. | Fire Safety | 2017-08-28 | 2017-08-28 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2017-08-28 | 2017-08-28 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2017-08-28 | 2017-08-28 | N |
