Deficiency Records for Westwood Specialty Care
Updated as of January 01, 2022
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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Westwood Specialty Care. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Health | 2021-08-26 | 2021-09-17 | 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 | 2021-08-26 | 2021-09-17 | Y |
| Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | Health | 2021-08-26 | 2021-09-17 | Y |
| Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | Health | 2021-08-26 | 2021-09-17 | Y |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2021-08-26 | 2021-09-17 | Y |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2021-08-26 | 2021-09-17 | Y |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2021-08-26 | 2021-09-17 | Y |
| Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | Health | 2021-08-26 | 2021-09-17 | Y |
| Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | Health | 2021-08-26 | 2021-09-17 | Y |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2021-08-26 | 2021-09-17 | Y |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2021-07-19 | 2021-09-17 | Y |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2021-07-19 | 2021-09-17 | Y |
| Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Health | 2021-06-14 | 2021-09-17 | 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 | 2021-06-14 | 2021-09-17 | Y |
| Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | Health | 2021-06-14 | 2021-09-17 | Y |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2021-06-14 | 2021-09-17 | Y |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2021-06-14 | 2021-09-17 | Y |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2021-06-14 | 2021-09-17 | Y |
| Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | Health | 2021-06-14 | 2021-09-17 | Y |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2021-06-14 | 2021-09-17 | Y |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2021-06-14 | 2021-07-15 | Y |
| Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | Health | 2021-06-14 | 2021-07-15 | Y |
| Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | Health | 2021-06-14 | 2021-07-15 | Y |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2020-12-14 | 2020-12-31 | Y |
| Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Health | 2020-12-14 | 2020-12-30 | Y |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2020-12-14 | 2020-12-30 | Y |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2020-10-15 | 2020-11-06 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2020-06-16 | 2020-06-22 | N |
| Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. | Fire Safety | 2019-08-07 | 2019-09-07 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2019-08-07 | 2019-08-12 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2019-08-07 | 2019-08-12 | N |
| Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. | Fire Safety | 2019-08-07 | 2019-08-07 | N |
| Meet other general requirements that are deficient. | Fire Safety | 2019-08-07 | 2019-08-07 | N |
| Notify the resident or the resident?s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident?s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. | Health | 2019-08-01 | 2019-08-02 | N |
| Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. | Health | 2019-03-14 | 2019-04-19 | Y |
| Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | Health | 2019-03-14 | 2019-04-19 | Y |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2019-03-14 | 2019-04-19 | Y |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2019-03-14 | 2019-04-19 | Y |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2019-03-14 | 2019-04-19 | Y |
| Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | Health | 2018-04-19 | 2018-05-04 | N |
| Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | Health | 2018-04-19 | 2018-05-04 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2018-04-19 | 2018-05-04 | N |
| Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | Health | 2018-04-19 | 2018-05-04 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2018-04-19 | 2018-05-04 | N |
| Have exits that are accessible at all times. | Fire Safety | 2018-04-26 | 2018-05-04 | N |
| Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. | Fire Safety | 2018-04-26 | 2018-05-04 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2018-04-26 | 2018-05-04 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2018-04-26 | 2018-05-04 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2018-04-26 | 2018-05-04 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2018-04-26 | 2018-05-04 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2018-04-26 | 2018-05-04 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2018-04-26 | 2018-05-04 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2017-02-08 | 2017-03-08 | N |
| Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. | Fire Safety | 2017-02-08 | 2017-02-24 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2017-02-08 | 2017-02-24 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2017-02-08 | 2017-02-24 | N |
| Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. | Health | 2017-02-02 | 2017-02-21 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2017-02-02 | 2017-02-21 | N |
| Properly care for residents needing special services, including: injections, colostomy, ureostomy, ileostomy, tracheostomy care, tracheal suctioning, respiratory care, foot care, and prostheses. | Health | 2017-02-02 | 2017-02-21 | N |
