A list of the most recent deficiencies for Newport House. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Implement emergency and standby power systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-07-19 | 2023-08-31 | 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 | 2023-07-19 | 2023-08-31 | N |
| Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. | Fire Safety | 2023-07-19 | 2023-08-31 | N |
| Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. | Fire Safety | 2023-07-19 | 2023-08-31 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2023-07-19 | 2023-08-31 | N |
| To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. | Fire Safety | 2023-07-19 | 2023-08-31 | N |
| Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. | Fire Safety | 2023-07-19 | 2023-08-31 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2023-07-19 | 2023-08-31 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2023-07-19 | 2023-08-31 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2023-07-25 | 2023-08-07 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Health | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | N |
| Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | Health | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | N |
| Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted | Health | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | N |
| Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | Health | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | N |
| Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. | Health | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | N |
| Implement emergency and standby power systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | 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 | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | 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 | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | N |
| Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | N |
| Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | 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 | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | N |
| Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | N |
| Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | N |
| Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | N |
| Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | N |
| Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | N |
| Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | N |
| Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2022-05-02 | 2022-06-10 | N |
| Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. | Fire Safety | 2020-08-21 | 2020-10-01 | 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 | 2020-08-21 | 2020-10-01 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2020-08-21 | 2020-10-01 | N |
| Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. | Fire Safety | 2020-08-21 | 2020-10-01 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2020-08-21 | 2020-10-01 | N |
| Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2020-08-21 | 2020-10-01 | N |
