A list of the most recent deficiencies for Nhc Healthcare, Maryland Heights. 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 | 2022-10-03 | 2022-10-31 | N |
| Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19 | Health | 2022-10-03 | 2022-10-31 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | Health | 2022-10-03 | 2022-10-31 | Y |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2022-10-03 | 2022-10-27 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2022-10-03 | 2022-10-27 | N |
| Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. | Fire Safety | 2022-10-03 | 2022-10-27 | N |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2022-10-03 | 2022-10-25 | 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 | 2022-10-03 | 2022-10-25 | N |
| Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | Health | 2019-04-22 | 2019-05-30 | N |
| Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | Health | 2019-04-22 | 2019-05-30 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2019-04-22 | 2019-05-30 | N |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2019-04-22 | 2019-05-30 | N |
| Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | Health | 2019-04-22 | 2019-05-30 | N |
| Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | Health | 2019-04-22 | 2019-05-30 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-04-22 | 2019-05-30 | N |
| Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | Health | 2018-06-04 | 2018-07-18 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2018-06-04 | 2018-07-18 | N |
| Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. | Fire Safety | 2018-06-04 | 2018-07-18 | N |
