A list of the most recent deficiencies for The Vista 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Health | 2023-10-16 | 2023-11-02 | Y |
| Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | Health | 2023-10-16 | 2023-11-02 | Y |
| Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Health | 2023-07-13 | 2023-08-01 | Y |
| Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. | Health | 2023-07-13 | 2023-08-01 | Y |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2023-06-02 | 2023-06-02 | Y |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2023-04-05 | 2023-04-21 | Y |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2022-07-05 | 2022-12-07 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2022-07-05 | 2022-12-07 | 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 | 2022-07-05 | 2022-12-06 | 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 | 2022-07-05 | 2022-12-06 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-07-05 | 2022-12-06 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2022-07-05 | 2022-12-06 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2022-07-05 | 2022-12-06 | N |
| Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. | Fire Safety | 2022-07-05 | 2022-12-06 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2022-07-05 | 2022-12-06 | N |
| Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. | Health | 2022-07-07 | 2022-12-05 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | Health | 2022-07-07 | 2022-12-05 | N |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2022-07-07 | 2022-12-05 | N |
| Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. | Health | 2022-07-07 | 2022-12-05 | N |
| Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | Health | 2022-07-07 | 2022-12-05 | N |
| Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | Health | 2022-07-07 | 2022-12-05 | N |
| 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 | 2022-11-23 | 2022-12-05 | Y |
| Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | Health | 2022-11-23 | 2022-12-05 | Y |
| Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | Health | 2022-11-23 | 2022-12-05 | Y |
| Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law. | Health | 2022-11-23 | 2022-12-05 | Y |
| Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. | Health | 2022-11-23 | 2022-12-05 | Y |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2022-11-23 | 2022-12-05 | Y |
| Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. | Health | 2021-09-27 | 2021-10-11 | Y |
| Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | Health | 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-16 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | Health | 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-16 | N |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-16 | 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 | 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-16 | N |
| Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. | Health | 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-16 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-16 | N |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-16 | 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 | 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-16 | N |
| Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | Health | 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-16 | N |
| Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | Health | 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-16 | 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 | 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-16 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-16 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2019-08-20 | 2019-09-16 | N |
| Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. | Fire Safety | 2019-08-20 | 2019-09-16 | N |
| Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. | Fire Safety | 2019-08-20 | 2019-09-16 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2019-08-20 | 2019-09-16 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2019-08-20 | 2019-09-16 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2019-08-20 | 2019-09-13 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | Health | 2018-06-28 | 2018-07-23 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2018-06-28 | 2018-07-23 | N |
