Deficiency Records for Clifton Healthcare Center

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Updated as of May 01, 2022

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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Clifton Healthcare 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?
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Health 2022-02-28 2022-03-18 Y
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Health 2021-12-16 2022-01-17 Y
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Health 2021-10-05 2021-10-29 Y
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Health 2021-10-05 2021-10-29 Y
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Health 2021-08-06 2021-09-01 Y
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Health 2021-07-08 2021-09-01 Y
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Health 2021-03-02 2021-03-31 Y
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Health 2021-03-02 2021-03-31 Y
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Health 2021-03-02 2021-03-31 Y
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Health 2020-11-12 2020-12-30 N
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Health 2020-11-12 2020-11-12 N
Ensure each resident?s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Health 2020-02-28 2020-04-10 Y
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Health 2020-02-28 2020-04-10 Y
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Health 2020-02-28 2020-04-10 Y
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Health 2020-02-28 2020-04-10 Y
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Health 2019-09-19 2019-10-30 N
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Health 2019-09-19 2019-10-30 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 2019-09-19 2019-10-30 N
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Health 2019-09-19 2019-10-30 N
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Health 2019-09-19 2019-10-30 N
Establish staff and initial training requirements. Fire Safety 2019-09-18 2019-10-30 N
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Fire Safety 2019-09-18 2019-10-30 N
Have exits that are accessible at all times. Fire Safety 2019-09-18 2019-10-30 N
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Fire Safety 2019-09-18 2019-10-30 N
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Fire Safety 2019-09-18 2019-10-30 N
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Health 2018-08-23 2018-10-05 N
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Health 2018-08-23 2018-10-05 N
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Health 2018-08-23 2018-10-05 N
Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition. Health 2018-08-23 2018-10-05 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 2018-08-23 2018-10-05 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 2018-08-23 2018-10-05 N
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Health 2018-08-23 2018-10-05 N
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Health 2018-08-23 2018-10-05 N
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Health 2018-08-23 2018-10-05 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 2018-08-27 2018-10-05 N
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Fire Safety 2018-08-27 2018-10-05 N
Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges. Health 2017-06-22 2017-07-25 N
Allow residents to easily view the results of the nursing home's most recent inspection. Health 2017-06-22 2017-07-25 N
Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . Health 2017-06-22 2017-07-25 N
Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. Health 2017-06-22 2017-07-25 N
Use approved construction type or materials. Fire Safety 2017-06-21 2017-07-25 N
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Fire Safety 2017-06-21 2017-07-25 N