Deficiency Records for Mescalero Care Center
Updated as of August 01, 2016
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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Mescalero Care Center. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic sprinkler systems that have been maintained in working order. | Fire Safety | 2016-05-03 | 2016-06-01 | N |
| Heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2016-05-03 | 2016-05-31 | N |
| Weekly inspections and monthly testing of generators. | Fire Safety | 2016-05-03 | 2016-05-31 | N |
| Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | Health | 2016-05-06 | 2016-05-26 | N |
| Ensure that each resident's 1) entire drug/medication regimen is free from unnecessary drugs; and 2) is managed and monitored to achieve highest level of well-being. | Health | 2016-05-06 | 2016-05-26 | N |
| Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. | Health | 2016-05-06 | 2016-05-26 | N |
| Choose a doctor to serve as the medical director to create resident care policies and coordinate medical care in the facility. | Health | 2016-05-06 | 2016-05-26 | N |
| Keep accurate, complete and organized clinical records on each resident that meet professional standards. | Health | 2016-05-06 | 2016-05-26 | N |
| Record of quarterly fire drills for each shift under varying conditions. | Fire Safety | 2016-05-03 | 2016-05-26 | N |
| Smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2016-05-03 | 2016-05-16 | N |
| An approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2016-05-03 | 2016-05-16 | N |
| Proper backup exit lighting. | Fire Safety | 2015-03-11 | 2015-04-03 | N |
| Properly maintained smoke detectors. | Fire Safety | 2015-03-11 | 2015-04-03 | N |
| Automatic sprinkler systems that have been maintained in working order. | Fire Safety | 2015-03-11 | 2015-04-03 | N |
| Properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2015-03-11 | 2015-04-03 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2015-03-11 | 2015-04-03 | N |
| Corridors that are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. | Fire Safety | 2015-03-11 | 2015-04-01 | N |
| Record of quarterly fire drills for each shift under varying conditions. | Fire Safety | 2015-03-11 | 2015-03-27 | N |
| Weekly inspections and monthly testing of generators. | Fire Safety | 2015-03-11 | 2015-03-27 | N |
| Heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2015-03-11 | 2015-03-12 | N |
| Other fire safety features required by fire safety codes. | Fire Safety | 2015-03-11 | 2015-03-12 | N |
| 1) Hire only people with no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. | Health | 2014-06-13 | 2014-08-15 | Y |
| Develop and implement policies for 1) screening and training employees; and the 2) prevention, identification, investigation, and reporting of any abuse, neglect, mistreatment and misappropriation of property. | Health | 2014-06-13 | 2014-08-15 | Y |
| Special areas constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or an approved fire extinguishing system. | Fire Safety | 2013-12-18 | 2014-02-11 | N |
| Emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Fire Safety | 2013-12-18 | 2014-02-11 | N |
| Restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. | Fire Safety | 2013-12-18 | 2014-02-11 | N |
| Other fire safety features required by fire safety codes. | Fire Safety | 2013-12-18 | 2014-02-11 | N |
| Weekly inspections and monthly testing of generators. | Fire Safety | 2013-12-18 | 2014-02-11 | N |
| Properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. | Fire Safety | 2013-12-18 | 2014-02-11 | N |
