A list of the most recent deficiencies for Good Samaritan Society - Atwood. 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 that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | Fire Safety | 2023-11-16 | 2023-12-19 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-11-16 | 2023-12-19 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2023-11-16 | 2023-12-19 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2023-11-16 | 2023-12-19 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2023-11-16 | 2023-12-19 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2023-11-16 | 2023-12-19 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2023-11-16 | 2023-12-19 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2023-11-16 | 2023-12-19 | N |
| Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. | Health | 2023-09-28 | 2023-10-30 | N |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2023-09-28 | 2023-10-30 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2023-09-28 | 2023-10-30 | N |
| Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | Health | 2023-09-28 | 2023-10-30 | N |
| Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. | Health | 2023-09-28 | 2023-10-30 | N |
| Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | Health | 2023-09-28 | 2023-10-30 | N |
| Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. | Health | 2023-09-28 | 2023-10-30 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2023-09-28 | 2023-10-30 | 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 | 2022-10-12 | 2022-10-11 | Y |
| Satisfy building requirements after a repair, renovation, modification, or change of user/occupancy. | Fire Safety | 2022-08-03 | 2022-08-22 | 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 | 2022-08-03 | 2022-08-22 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-08-03 | 2022-08-22 | N |
| Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2022-08-03 | 2022-08-22 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Health | 2022-06-16 | 2022-07-15 | N |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2022-06-16 | 2022-07-15 | N |
| Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | Health | 2022-06-16 | 2022-07-15 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2022-06-16 | 2022-07-15 | N |
| Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. | Health | 2022-06-16 | 2022-07-15 | N |
| Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | Health | 2022-06-16 | 2022-07-15 | N |
| Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. | Health | 2022-06-16 | 2022-07-15 | N |
| Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | Health | 2022-06-16 | 2022-07-15 | Y |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2021-04-27 | 2021-05-27 | Y |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2021-02-05 | 2021-03-10 | 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 | 2021-02-05 | 2021-03-10 | N |
| Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. | Fire Safety | 2021-02-05 | 2021-03-10 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2021-02-05 | 2021-03-10 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2021-02-05 | 2021-03-10 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2021-02-05 | 2021-03-10 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2021-02-05 | 2021-03-10 | N |
| To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. | Fire Safety | 2021-02-05 | 2021-03-10 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2021-02-05 | 2021-03-10 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2021-02-05 | 2021-03-10 | N |
| Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19 | Health | 2022-07-06 | Not Fixed | N |
