Deficiency Records for Independence House
Updated as of September 01, 2016
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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Independence House. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. | Health | 2016-01-07 | 2016-02-05 | N |
| Portable fire extinguishers. | Fire Safety | 2016-01-05 | 2016-02-05 | N |
| Properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2016-01-05 | 2016-02-05 | N |
| Weekly inspections and monthly testing of generators. | Fire Safety | 2016-01-05 | 2016-02-05 | N |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2016-01-07 | 2016-01-07 | N |
| Record of quarterly fire drills for each shift under varying conditions. | Fire Safety | 2014-09-25 | 2014-10-17 | N |
| Properly installed electrical wiring and equipment. | Fire Safety | 2014-09-25 | 2014-10-17 | N |
| Provide routine and emergency drugs through a licensed pharmacist and only under the general supervision of a licensed nurse. | Health | 2014-04-16 | 2014-06-02 | Y |
| Horizontal exits. | Fire Safety | 2013-07-02 | 2013-08-12 | N |
| An approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2013-07-02 | 2013-08-12 | N |
| An approved automatic sprinkler system connected to the fire alarm system. | Fire Safety | 2013-07-02 | 2013-08-12 | N |
| Automatic sprinkler systems that have been maintained in working order. | Fire Safety | 2013-07-02 | 2013-08-12 | N |
| Weekly inspections and monthly testing of generators. | Fire Safety | 2013-07-02 | 2013-08-12 | N |
| Properly installed electrical wiring and equipment. | Fire Safety | 2013-07-02 | 2013-08-12 | N |
| Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Health | 2013-06-28 | 2013-08-12 | N |
| Develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2013-06-28 | 2013-08-12 | N |
| Allow residents the right to participate in the planning or revision of care and treatment. | Health | 2013-06-28 | 2013-08-12 | N |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2013-06-28 | 2013-08-12 | N |
| Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. | Health | 2013-06-28 | 2013-08-12 | 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 | 2013-06-28 | 2013-08-12 | 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 | 2013-06-28 | 2013-08-12 | N |
| Give or get quality laboratory services/tests in a timely manner to meet the needs of residents. | Health | 2013-06-28 | 2013-08-12 | N |
