A list of the most recent deficiencies for Iowa Veterans Home. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2023-03-02 | 2023-03-13 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-03-02 | 2023-03-02 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-03-02 | 2023-03-02 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2023-03-02 | 2023-03-02 | N |
| Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2023-03-02 | 2023-03-02 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2023-03-02 | 2023-03-02 | N |
| Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Fire Safety | 2021-05-26 | 2021-05-27 | N |
| Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | Fire Safety | 2021-05-26 | 2021-05-27 | 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 | 2021-05-26 | 2021-05-27 | N |
| Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. | Fire Safety | 2021-05-26 | 2021-05-27 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2021-05-26 | 2021-05-27 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2021-05-26 | 2021-05-27 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2021-05-26 | 2021-05-27 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2021-05-26 | 2021-05-27 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2021-05-26 | 2021-05-27 | N |
| Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2021-05-26 | 2021-05-27 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2021-05-26 | 2021-05-27 | 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 | 2019-02-28 | 2019-03-28 | N |
| Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. | Health | 2019-02-28 | 2019-03-28 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2019-02-28 | 2019-03-28 | N |
| Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation. | Fire Safety | 2019-03-05 | 2019-03-20 | 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 | 2019-03-05 | 2019-03-20 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-03-05 | 2019-03-20 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2019-03-05 | 2019-03-20 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2019-03-05 | 2019-03-20 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2019-03-05 | 2019-03-20 | N |
| Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2019-03-05 | 2019-03-20 | N |
