Deficiency Records for Columbus Colony Elderly Care
Updated as of September 01, 2016
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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Columbus Colony Elderly Care. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protect each resident from all abuse, physical punishment, and involuntary separation from others. | Health | 2016-04-21 | 2016-05-16 | Y |
| 1) Hire only people with no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. | Health | 2016-04-21 | 2016-05-16 | Y |
| Develop and implement policies for 1) screening and training employees; and the 2) prevention, identification, investigation, and reporting of any abuse, neglect, mistreatment and misappropriation of property. | Health | 2016-04-21 | 2016-05-16 | Y |
| Protect each resident from all abuse, physical punishment, and involuntary separation from others. | Health | 2015-12-17 | 2016-02-05 | N |
| Ensure that each resident's 1) entire drug/medication regimen is free from unnecessary drugs; and 2) is managed and monitored to achieve highest level of well-being. | Health | 2015-12-17 | 2016-02-05 | N |
| Develop policies and procedures for influenza and pneumococcal immunizations. | Health | 2015-12-17 | 2016-02-05 | N |
| Make sure menus meet the resident's nutritional needs and that there is a prepared menu by which nutritious meals have been planned for the resident and followed. | Health | 2015-12-17 | 2016-02-05 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2015-12-17 | 2016-02-05 | N |
| At least once a month, have a licensed pharmacist review each resident's medication(s) and report any irregularities to the attending doctor. | Health | 2015-12-17 | 2016-02-05 | N |
| Make sure that nurse aides show they have the skills and techniques to be able to care for residents' needs. | Health | 2015-12-17 | 2016-02-05 | N |
| Give or get quality laboratory services/tests in a timely manner to meet the needs of residents. | Health | 2015-12-17 | 2016-02-05 | N |
| Restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. | Fire Safety | 2015-12-14 | 2016-02-05 | N |
| No-smoking signs where oxygen is used. | Fire Safety | 2015-12-14 | 2016-02-05 | N |
| Properly installed electrical wiring and equipment. | Fire Safety | 2015-12-14 | 2016-02-05 | N |
| Permit residents to remain in the facility and not be transferred or discharged without adequate reason. | Health | 2015-12-17 | 2016-02-05 | Y |
| 1) Hire only people with no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. | Health | 2015-12-17 | 2016-02-05 | Y |
| Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Health | 2014-09-11 | 2014-10-30 | N |
| Develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2014-09-11 | 2014-10-30 | N |
| Make sure that residents receive treatments/services to maintain or improve their ability to care for themselves. | Health | 2014-09-11 | 2014-10-30 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2014-09-11 | 2014-10-30 | N |
| Keep the rate of medication errors (wrong drug, wrong dose, wrong time) to less than 5%. | Health | 2014-09-11 | 2014-10-30 | N |
| Post nurse staffing information/data on a daily basis. | Health | 2014-09-11 | 2014-10-30 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2014-09-11 | 2014-10-30 | N |
| Provide routine and emergency drugs through a licensed pharmacist and only under the general supervision of a licensed nurse. | Health | 2014-09-11 | 2014-10-30 | N |
| Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. | Health | 2014-09-11 | 2014-10-30 | N |
| Automatic sprinkler systems that have been maintained in working order. | Fire Safety | 2014-09-09 | 2014-10-30 | N |
| Posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. | Fire Safety | 2014-09-09 | 2014-10-30 | N |
| Corridors that are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. | Fire Safety | 2013-06-07 | 2013-07-22 | N |
| Corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2013-06-07 | 2013-07-22 | N |
| Record of quarterly fire drills for each shift under varying conditions. | Fire Safety | 2013-06-07 | 2013-07-22 | N |
| An approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2013-06-07 | 2013-07-22 | N |
| Properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. | Fire Safety | 2013-06-07 | 2013-07-22 | N |
| Provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full recognition of their individuality. | Health | 2013-06-07 | 2013-07-22 | N |
| Develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2013-06-07 | 2013-07-22 | N |
| Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care. | Health | 2013-06-07 | 2013-07-22 | N |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2013-06-07 | 2013-07-22 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2013-06-07 | 2013-07-22 | N |
| Ensure that each resident's 1) entire drug/medication regimen is free from unnecessary drugs; and 2) is managed and monitored to achieve highest level of well-being. | Health | 2013-06-07 | 2013-07-22 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2013-06-07 | 2013-07-22 | N |
| Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards. | Health | 2013-06-07 | 2013-07-22 | N |
| Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. | Health | 2013-06-07 | 2013-07-22 | N |
| Train all employees on what to do in an emergency, and carry out unannounced staff drills. | Health | 2013-06-07 | 2013-07-22 | N |
