Deficiency Records for Kearny County Hospital Ltcu
Updated as of August 01, 2020
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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Kearny County Hospital Ltcu. 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 each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. | Health | 2020-01-29 | 2020-02-28 | Y |
| Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. | Health | 2019-12-05 | 2019-12-30 | N |
| The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands. | Health | 2019-12-05 | 2019-12-30 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2019-12-05 | 2019-12-30 | N |
| Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. | Fire Safety | 2019-10-22 | 2019-11-19 | N |
| Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Fire Safety | 2019-10-22 | 2019-11-19 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-10-22 | 2019-11-19 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2019-10-22 | 2019-11-19 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2019-10-22 | 2019-11-19 | N |
| Be properly staffed | Fire Safety | 2019-10-22 | 2019-11-19 | N |
| Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. | Fire Safety | 2019-10-22 | 2019-11-19 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2019-10-22 | 2019-11-19 | 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 | 2018-07-18 | 2018-08-17 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2018-07-18 | 2018-08-17 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2018-07-18 | 2018-08-17 | N |
| Be properly staffed | Fire Safety | 2018-07-18 | 2018-08-17 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2018-07-18 | 2018-08-17 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2018-07-18 | 2018-08-17 | N |
| Allow residents to easily view the results of the nursing home's most recent inspection. | Health | 2017-06-02 | 2017-06-23 | N |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2017-06-02 | 2017-06-23 | N |
| Ensure that each resident's 1) entire drug/medication regimen is free from unnecessary drugs; and 2) is managed and monitored to achieve highest level of well-being. | Health | 2017-06-02 | 2017-06-23 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2017-06-02 | 2017-06-23 | N |
| At least once a month, have a licensed pharmacist review each resident's medication(s) and report any irregularities to the attending doctor. | Health | 2017-06-02 | 2017-06-23 | N |
| Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards. | Health | 2017-06-02 | 2017-06-23 | N |
| Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies quarterly, and develop corrective plans of action. | Health | 2017-06-02 | 2017-06-23 | N |
| Portable fire extinguishers. | Fire Safety | 2016-10-07 | 2016-10-31 | N |
| Restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. | Fire Safety | 2016-10-07 | 2016-10-21 | N |
