A list of the most recent deficiencies for Good Samaritan Society - Albert Lea. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. | Health | 2024-02-02 | 2024-03-01 | N |
| Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. | Health | 2024-02-02 | 2024-03-01 | 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 | 2024-02-02 | 2024-03-01 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2024-01-31 | 2024-03-01 | N |
| Have exits that are accessible at all times. | Fire Safety | 2024-01-31 | 2024-02-29 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2024-01-31 | 2024-02-29 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2024-01-31 | 2024-02-29 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2024-01-31 | 2024-02-29 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2024-01-31 | 2024-02-29 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2024-01-31 | 2024-02-29 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-09 | 2023-03-31 | N |
| Implement emergency and standby power systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-09 | 2023-03-24 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-09 | 2023-03-24 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2023-02-09 | 2023-03-22 | N |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2023-02-09 | 2023-03-22 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2023-02-09 | 2023-03-22 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-09 | 2023-03-16 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-09 | 2023-03-16 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-09 | 2023-03-16 | N |
| Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-09 | 2023-03-16 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-09 | 2023-03-16 | N |
| Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19 | Health | 2022-03-24 | 2022-04-22 | Y |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-04 | Y |
| Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | Health | 2021-06-17 | 2021-07-30 | N |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2021-06-17 | 2021-07-30 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2021-06-17 | 2021-07-30 | N |
| Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | Fire Safety | 2021-06-16 | 2021-07-30 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2021-06-16 | 2021-07-30 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2021-06-16 | 2021-07-30 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2021-06-16 | 2021-07-30 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2021-06-16 | 2021-07-30 | N |
| Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. | Fire Safety | 2021-06-16 | 2021-07-30 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2021-06-16 | 2021-07-30 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2021-06-16 | 2021-07-30 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2021-06-16 | 2021-07-30 | N |
| Implement emergency and standby power systems. | Fire Safety | 2021-06-17 | 2021-07-30 | Y |
