Deficiency Records for Groton Community Health Care Ctr Res Care Fac
Updated as of April 01, 2024
A list of the most recent deficiencies for Groton Community Health Care Ctr Res Care Fac. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assure that each resident?s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. | Health | 2023-02-24 | 2023-04-10 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2023-02-24 | 2023-04-10 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-24 | 2023-04-10 | N |
| Have exits that are accessible at all times. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-24 | 2023-04-10 | 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 | 2023-02-24 | 2023-04-10 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-24 | 2023-04-10 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-24 | 2023-04-10 | N |
| Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-24 | 2023-04-10 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-24 | 2023-04-10 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-24 | 2023-04-10 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-24 | 2023-04-10 | N |
| Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-24 | 2023-04-10 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-24 | 2023-04-10 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-24 | 2023-04-10 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-24 | 2023-04-10 | N |
| Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. | Health | 2023-02-24 | 2023-03-26 | 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 | 2020-09-24 | 2020-12-14 | N |
| Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-24 | 2020-12-14 | N |
| Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-24 | 2020-12-14 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-24 | 2020-12-12 | N |
| Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-24 | 2020-12-12 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-24 | 2020-12-03 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-24 | 2020-12-03 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-24 | 2020-12-03 | N |
| Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. | Fire Safety | 2020-09-24 | 2020-12-03 | N |
| Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | Health | 2020-09-25 | 2020-10-30 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2020-09-25 | 2020-10-30 | 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 | 2020-09-25 | 2020-10-30 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2020-09-25 | 2020-10-30 | N |
| Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | Health | 2020-09-25 | 2020-10-30 | N |
| Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | Health | 2019-01-31 | 2019-04-11 | 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 | 2019-01-31 | 2019-04-11 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2019-01-31 | 2019-04-11 | N |
| Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. | Health | 2019-01-31 | 2019-04-11 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2019-01-31 | 2019-04-11 | N |
| Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. | Health | 2019-01-31 | 2019-04-11 | N |
| To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-31 | 2019-03-31 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-31 | 2019-03-31 | N |
| Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-31 | 2019-03-29 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-31 | 2019-03-29 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-31 | 2019-03-29 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-31 | 2019-03-29 | N |
| Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-31 | 2019-03-29 | N |
