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Deficiency Records for North Country Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
View the most recent health deficiencies and inspection results for North Country Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Stay informed about quality of care issues.
View the most recent health deficiencies and inspection results for North Country Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Stay informed about quality of care issues.
| Deficiency | Type of Deficiency | Deficiency Date | Date Corrected | Resulted from a Complaint? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2025-08-15 | 2025-11-14 | N |
| Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-30 | N |
| Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. | Fire Safety | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-30 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-30 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-30 | N |
| Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. | Fire Safety | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-30 | N |
| Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. | Fire Safety | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-30 | N |
| Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. | Fire Safety | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-30 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-30 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-30 | N |
| Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | Fire Safety | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-30 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-30 | N |
| Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. | Fire Safety | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-30 | 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 | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-30 | N |
| Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | Fire Safety | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-30 | N |
| Install proper backup exit lighting. | Fire Safety | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-30 | N |
| Have exits that are accessible at all times. | Fire Safety | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-30 | 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 | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-30 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-30 | 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 | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-18 | Y |
| Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | Health | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-18 | N |
| Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | Health | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-18 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-18 | Y |
| Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | Health | 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-18 | Y |
| Have exits that are accessible at all times. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-15 | 2024-02-27 | N |
| Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-15 | 2024-02-22 | N |
| Install proper backup exit lighting. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-15 | 2024-02-13 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-15 | 2024-02-11 | N |
| Provide at least two remote exits on each floor or fire section of the building. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-15 | 2024-02-07 | N |
| Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | Health | 2023-12-15 | 2024-02-05 | Y |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2023-12-15 | 2024-02-05 | Y |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2023-12-15 | 2024-02-05 | N |
| Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. | Health | 2023-12-15 | 2024-02-05 | N |
| Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | Health | 2023-12-15 | 2024-02-05 | N |
| Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | Health | 2023-12-15 | 2024-02-05 | N |
| Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. | Health | 2023-12-15 | 2024-02-05 | N |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2023-12-15 | 2024-02-05 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2023-12-15 | 2024-02-05 | Y |
| Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-15 | 2024-02-05 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-15 | 2024-02-05 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-15 | 2024-02-05 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-15 | 2024-02-05 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-15 | 2024-02-05 | 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 | 2023-12-15 | 2024-02-05 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2023-12-15 | 2024-02-05 | N |
| Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | Health | 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-30 | N |
| Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | Health | 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-30 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. | Health | 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-30 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | Health | 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-30 | N |
| Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. | Fire Safety | 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-30 | N |
| Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | Health | 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-30 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-30 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Health | 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-30 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-30 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-30 | N |
| Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. | Fire Safety | 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-30 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-30 | N |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-13 | N |
| Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | Health | 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-13 | 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 | 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-13 | N |
| Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | Health | 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-13 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2021-07-02 | 2021-08-13 | N |