A list of the most recent deficiencies for Ambassador Health of Omaha. 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 | 2023-04-20 | 2023-05-31 | N |
| Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. | Fire Safety | 2023-04-20 | 2023-05-31 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-04-20 | 2023-05-31 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-04-20 | 2023-05-31 | N |
| Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. | Fire Safety | 2023-04-20 | 2023-05-31 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2023-04-20 | 2023-05-31 | N |
| Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | Health | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | N |
| Implement emergency and standby power systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | N |
| Meet requirements for outpatient facilities located next to inpatient facilities separated by fire resistive construction. | Fire Safety | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | 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 | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | N |
| Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | Fire Safety | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | N |
| Meet other general requirements that are deficient. | Fire Safety | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | 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 | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | N |
| Meet other general requirements that are deficient. | Fire Safety | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | N |
| Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. | Fire Safety | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | N |
| To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. | Fire Safety | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | N |
| Meet Health Care Facilities Code mechanical requirements. | Fire Safety | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | N |
| Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. | Fire Safety | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | N |
| Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2022-01-19 | 2022-02-28 | N |
| Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. | Fire Safety | 2020-02-06 | 2020-07-13 | 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 | 2020-02-06 | 2020-07-13 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2020-02-06 | 2020-07-13 | N |
| Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. | Fire Safety | 2020-02-06 | 2020-07-13 | N |
| Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. | Fire Safety | 2020-02-06 | 2020-07-13 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2020-02-06 | 2020-07-13 | N |
| Ensure that sources of ignition are removed from patients receiving respiratory therapy. | Fire Safety | 2020-02-06 | 2020-07-13 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. | Health | 2020-02-11 | 2020-03-20 | 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 | 2020-02-11 | 2020-03-20 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2020-02-11 | 2020-03-20 | N |
| Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both. | Health | 2020-02-11 | 2020-03-20 | N |
