A list of the most recent deficiencies for Joplin Gardens. 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 services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | Health | 2023-01-24 | 2023-03-10 | Y |
| 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 | 2022-12-15 | 2023-01-13 | Y |
| Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident?s advance directives. | Health | 2022-09-13 | 2022-10-27 | N |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2022-09-13 | 2022-10-27 | N |
| Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | Health | 2022-09-13 | 2022-10-27 | N |
| Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. | Health | 2022-09-13 | 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 | 2022-09-13 | 2022-10-27 | N |
| Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | Health | 2022-09-13 | 2022-10-27 | N |
| Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | Health | 2022-09-13 | 2022-10-27 | N |
| Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | Health | 2022-09-13 | 2022-10-27 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2022-09-13 | 2022-10-25 | N |
| Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-09-13 | 2022-10-25 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2022-09-13 | 2022-10-25 | N |
| Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | Health | 2021-06-01 | 2021-07-15 | Y |
| Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency. | Health | 2019-10-18 | 2019-12-02 | N |
| Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. | Health | 2019-10-18 | 2019-12-02 | N |
| Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. | Fire Safety | 2019-10-18 | 2019-12-02 | N |
| Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | Fire Safety | 2019-10-18 | 2019-12-02 | N |
| Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft. | Health | 2018-12-13 | 2019-01-25 | N |
| Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | Health | 2018-12-13 | 2019-01-25 | N |
| Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident?s advance directives. | Health | 2018-12-13 | 2019-01-25 | N |
| Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. | Fire Safety | 2018-12-13 | 2019-01-25 | N |
