Deficiency Records for The Timbers of Cass County

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Updated as of June 01, 2019

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A list of the most recent deficiencies for The Timbers of Cass County. 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?
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Fire Safety 2019-02-12 2019-03-18 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 2019-02-12 2019-03-18 N
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Fire Safety 2019-02-12 2019-03-18 N
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Fire Safety 2019-02-12 2019-03-18 N
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Fire Safety 2019-02-12 2019-03-18 N
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Fire Safety 2019-02-12 2019-03-18 N
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Fire Safety 2019-02-12 2019-03-18 N
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Health 2019-02-13 2019-03-18 N
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Health 2019-02-13 2019-03-18 N
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Health 2019-02-13 2019-03-18 N
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Health 2019-02-13 2019-03-18 N
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Health 2019-02-13 2019-03-18 N
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Health 2019-02-13 2019-03-18 N
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Health 2019-02-13 2019-03-18 N
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Health 2019-02-13 2019-03-18 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 2019-02-13 2019-03-18 N
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Health 2019-02-13 2019-03-18 N
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Health 2019-02-13 2019-03-18 N
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Health 2019-02-13 2019-03-18 N
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Health 2019-02-13 2019-03-18 N
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Health 2018-11-30 2019-01-05 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 2018-11-30 2019-01-05 Y
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Health 2018-06-07 2018-06-22 Y
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Health 2018-06-07 2018-06-22 Y
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Health 2018-01-26 2018-03-05 N
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Health 2018-01-26 2018-03-05 N
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Health 2018-01-26 2018-03-05 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 2018-01-26 2018-03-05 N
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. Health 2018-01-09 2018-02-01 Y
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Health 2018-01-09 2018-02-01 Y
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Health 2017-04-20 2017-05-12 Y
Provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full recognition of their individuality. Health 2017-04-20 2017-05-12 Y
Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards. Health 2016-11-03 2016-11-21 N
Ensure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless medically necessary, and that incontinent patients receive proper services to prevent urinary tract infections and restore normal bladder functions. Health 2016-10-27 2016-11-15 Y
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. Health 2016-10-27 2016-11-15 Y
Install properly constructed windows in hallway walls or doors. Fire Safety 2016-11-01 2016-11-11 N