Deficiency Records for Alameda Center For Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Updated as of April 01, 2024
A list of the most recent deficiencies for Alameda Center For Rehabilitation and Healthcare. 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 that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-02-24 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-02-24 | N |
| Use approved construction type or materials. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-02-19 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-02-19 | 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 | 2023-12-21 | 2024-02-19 | N |
| Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-02-19 | N |
| Install proper backup exit lighting. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-02-19 | N |
| Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-02-19 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-02-19 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-02-19 | N |
| Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-02-19 | N |
| Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-02-19 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-02-19 | N |
| Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-02-19 | N |
| Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-02-19 | N |
| Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-02-19 | N |
| Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-02-19 | N |
| Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-02-19 | N |
| Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-02-19 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-02-19 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-02-19 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-02-19 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | Health | 2023-12-21 | 2024-01-30 | N |
| Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | Health | 2023-12-21 | 2024-01-30 | N |
| Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training. | Health | 2023-12-21 | 2024-01-30 | N |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2023-12-21 | 2024-01-30 | N |
| Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. | Health | 2023-12-21 | 2024-01-30 | 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 | 2023-12-21 | 2024-01-30 | 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 | 2023-12-21 | 2024-01-30 | N |
| Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | Health | 2023-12-21 | 2024-01-30 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2023-12-21 | 2024-01-30 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2023-12-21 | 2024-01-30 | N |
| Have enough backup water supply for essential areas of the nursing home. | Health | 2023-12-21 | 2024-01-30 | N |
| Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-21 | 2024-01-30 | 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 | 2023-07-18 | 2023-08-21 | Y |
| Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility. | Health | 2022-06-06 | 2022-07-19 | Y |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2021-11-03 | 2022-02-15 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2021-11-03 | 2022-01-01 | N |
| Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. | Fire Safety | 2021-11-03 | 2021-12-16 | N |
| Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | Health | 2021-11-03 | 2021-12-15 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2021-11-03 | 2021-12-15 | N |
| Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff. | Health | 2021-11-03 | 2021-12-01 | N |
| Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Fire Safety | 2021-11-03 | 2021-12-01 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2021-11-03 | 2021-12-01 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2021-11-03 | 2021-11-17 | N |
| Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | Health | 2021-11-03 | 2021-11-10 | 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 | 2019-11-01 | 2019-12-20 | N |
| Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. | Health | 2019-11-01 | 2019-12-20 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2019-11-01 | 2019-12-20 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2019-11-01 | 2019-12-20 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-11-01 | 2019-12-20 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-11-01 | 2019-12-20 | N |
| Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. | Fire Safety | 2019-11-01 | 2019-12-20 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2019-11-01 | 2019-12-20 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2019-11-01 | 2019-12-20 | N |
