A list of the most recent deficiencies for Cedars Nursing Care Center. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | Health | 2023-08-22 | 2023-09-22 | Y |
| Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | Health | 2023-08-22 | 2023-09-22 | Y |
| Use approved construction type or materials. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-29 | 2023-02-21 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-29 | 2023-02-21 | N |
| Install proper backup exit lighting. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-29 | 2023-02-21 | N |
| Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-29 | 2023-02-21 | N |
| Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-29 | 2023-02-21 | 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 | 2022-11-29 | 2023-02-21 | N |
| Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-29 | 2023-02-21 | N |
| Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-29 | 2023-02-21 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-29 | 2023-02-21 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-29 | 2023-02-21 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-29 | 2023-02-21 | N |
| To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-29 | 2023-02-21 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2022-11-29 | 2023-02-21 | N |
| Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | Health | 2022-12-01 | 2023-01-26 | 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 | 2022-12-01 | 2023-01-26 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2022-12-01 | 2023-01-26 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2022-12-01 | 2023-01-26 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2021-05-20 | 2021-06-18 | Y |
| Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition | Health | 2020-02-13 | 2020-03-23 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2020-02-12 | 2020-03-17 | N |
| Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | Health | 2019-02-28 | 2019-04-08 | N |
| Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | Health | 2019-02-28 | 2019-04-08 | 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 | 2019-02-28 | 2019-04-08 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2019-02-28 | 2019-04-08 | N |
