Deficiency Records for Berkshire Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Updated as of March 01, 2024
A list of the most recent deficiencies for Berkshire Nursing and Rehabilitation 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2023-04-03 | 2023-05-31 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-04-03 | 2023-05-12 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Health | 2020-09-24 | 2020-11-18 | N |
| Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | Health | 2020-09-24 | 2020-11-18 | 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 | 2020-09-24 | 2020-11-18 | N |
| Have ramps, exits, fire escape ladders, steps, and areas of refuge that meet safety requirements. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-24 | 2020-11-18 | N |
| Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-24 | 2020-11-18 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-24 | 2020-11-18 | N |
| Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted | Health | 2019-01-25 | 2019-03-22 | N |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2019-01-25 | 2019-03-22 | N |
| Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | Health | 2019-01-25 | 2019-03-22 | N |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2019-01-25 | 2019-03-22 | 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 | 2019-01-25 | 2019-03-22 | N |
| Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | Health | 2019-01-25 | 2019-03-22 | N |
| Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-25 | 2019-03-22 | N |
| Ensure electrical receptacles or cover plates have distinctive color or marking. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-25 | 2019-03-22 | N |
| Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-25 | 2019-02-08 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-25 | 2019-02-08 | N |
