Deficiency Records for Springfield Nursing and Independent Living
Updated as of April 01, 2022
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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Springfield Nursing and Independent Living. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | Health | 2022-01-05 | 2022-01-28 | Y |
| Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | Health | 2021-05-04 | 2021-05-19 | Y |
| Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. | Health | 2021-02-24 | 2021-03-17 | Y |
| Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | Health | 2021-02-01 | 2021-02-17 | Y |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2021-02-01 | 2021-02-17 | Y |
| Ensure each resident?s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | Health | 2021-02-01 | 2021-02-17 | Y |
| Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | Health | 2020-02-05 | 2020-03-04 | Y |
| Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Fire Safety | 2019-07-24 | 2019-11-14 | N |
| Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | Health | 2019-07-25 | 2019-11-13 | 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 | 2019-07-25 | 2019-11-13 | N |
| Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | Health | 2019-07-25 | 2019-11-13 | 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 | 2019-07-25 | 2019-11-13 | N |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2019-07-25 | 2019-11-13 | N |
| Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. | Health | 2019-07-25 | 2019-11-13 | 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 | 2019-09-30 | 2019-11-13 | Y |
| Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | Health | 2019-09-30 | 2019-11-13 | Y |
| Post nurse staffing information every day. | Health | 2019-09-30 | 2019-11-13 | Y |
| Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. | Health | 2019-09-30 | 2019-11-13 | Y |
| Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | Health | 2019-09-30 | 2019-11-13 | Y |
| Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | Health | 2019-09-30 | 2019-11-13 | Y |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2019-08-03 | 2019-11-13 | Y |
| Use approved construction type or materials. | Fire Safety | 2019-07-24 | 2019-11-13 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2019-07-24 | 2019-11-13 | 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 | 2019-07-24 | 2019-11-13 | N |
| Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | Fire Safety | 2019-07-24 | 2019-11-13 | 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 | 2019-07-24 | 2019-11-13 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-07-24 | 2019-11-13 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-07-24 | 2019-11-13 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2019-07-24 | 2019-11-13 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2019-07-24 | 2019-11-13 | N |
| Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2019-07-24 | 2019-11-13 | N |
| To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. | Fire Safety | 2019-07-24 | 2019-11-13 | N |
| Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. | Fire Safety | 2019-07-24 | 2019-11-13 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2019-07-24 | 2019-11-13 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2019-07-24 | 2019-11-13 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2019-07-24 | 2019-11-13 | N |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2019-06-27 | 2019-07-11 | Y |
| Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | Health | 2018-06-07 | 2018-07-09 | 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 | 2018-06-07 | 2018-07-09 | N |
| Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | Health | 2018-06-07 | 2018-07-09 | 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 | 2018-06-07 | 2018-07-09 | N |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2018-06-07 | 2018-07-09 | N |
| Have horizontal exits used in accordance with safety requirements. | Fire Safety | 2018-06-08 | 2018-07-09 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2018-06-08 | 2018-07-09 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2017-04-13 | 2017-06-29 | N |
| Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. | Health | 2017-04-13 | 2017-06-29 | N |
| Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | Health | 2017-04-13 | 2017-06-29 | N |
| Use approved construction type or materials. | Fire Safety | 2017-04-18 | 2017-06-29 | N |
| Install proper backup exit lighting. | Fire Safety | 2017-04-18 | 2017-06-29 | N |
| Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. | Fire Safety | 2017-04-18 | 2017-06-29 | N |
| Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | Fire Safety | 2017-04-18 | 2017-06-29 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2017-04-18 | 2017-06-29 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2017-04-18 | 2017-06-29 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2017-04-18 | 2017-06-29 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2017-04-18 | 2017-06-29 | N |
