A list of the most recent deficiencies for Life Care Center of Banner Elk. 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 | 2023-06-21 | 2023-08-01 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2023-06-21 | 2023-08-01 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2023-06-21 | 2023-08-01 | N |
| Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-06-21 | 2023-08-01 | 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 | 2023-05-24 | 2023-06-12 | N |
| Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | Health | 2021-08-19 | 2021-09-10 | 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 | 2021-08-19 | 2021-09-10 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2021-08-19 | 2021-09-10 | N |
| Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. | Fire Safety | 2019-06-18 | 2019-07-09 | N |
| Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | Health | 2019-05-02 | 2019-06-13 | N |
