A list of the most recent deficiencies for Otterbein Union Township. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Health | 2022-08-12 | 2022-09-07 | N |
| Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | Health | 2022-08-12 | 2022-09-07 | N |
| Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | Health | 2022-08-12 | 2022-09-07 | N |
| Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. | Health | 2022-08-12 | 2022-09-07 | N |
| Ensure each resident?s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | Health | 2022-08-12 | 2022-09-07 | N |
| Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | Health | 2022-08-12 | 2022-09-07 | 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 | 2022-08-12 | 2022-09-07 | 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 | 2022-08-12 | 2022-09-07 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2022-08-12 | 2022-09-07 | 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 | 2022-08-12 | 2022-09-07 | 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 | 2022-08-12 | 2022-09-07 | Y |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-08-04 | 2022-09-07 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2022-08-04 | 2022-09-07 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2022-08-04 | 2022-09-07 | N |
| Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2022-08-04 | 2022-09-07 | N |
| Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | Health | 2019-07-31 | 2019-09-19 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | Health | 2019-07-31 | 2019-09-19 | 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 | 2019-07-31 | 2019-09-19 | N |
| Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. | Health | 2019-07-31 | 2019-09-19 | N |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2019-07-31 | 2019-09-19 | 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 | 2019-07-31 | 2019-09-19 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2019-07-30 | 2019-09-19 | N |
| Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. | Fire Safety | 2019-07-30 | 2019-09-19 | N |
| Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition | Health | 2018-07-19 | 2018-09-03 | N |
| Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | Health | 2018-07-19 | 2018-09-03 | 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 | 2018-07-19 | 2018-09-03 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2018-07-19 | 2018-09-03 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2018-07-19 | 2018-09-03 | N |
