A list of the most recent deficiencies for Meeker Nursing 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). | Fire Safety | 2023-08-21 | 2023-09-30 | N |
| Conduct testing and exercise requirements. | Fire Safety | 2023-08-21 | 2023-09-30 | N |
| Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Fire Safety | 2023-08-21 | 2023-09-30 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2023-08-21 | 2023-09-30 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-08-21 | 2023-09-30 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-08-21 | 2023-09-30 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2023-08-21 | 2023-09-30 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2023-08-21 | 2023-09-30 | N |
| Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. | Fire Safety | 2023-08-21 | 2023-09-30 | N |
| Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | Health | 2023-06-22 | 2023-08-09 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing. | Health | 2021-10-27 | 2022-01-01 | N |
| Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Health | 2021-10-27 | 2022-01-01 | N |
| Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | Health | 2021-10-27 | 2022-01-01 | N |
| PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | Health | 2021-10-27 | 2022-01-01 | N |
| Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. | Health | 2021-10-27 | 2022-01-01 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2021-10-27 | 2022-01-01 | N |
| Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | Health | 2021-10-27 | 2022-01-01 | N |
| Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. | Health | 2021-10-27 | 2022-01-01 | 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 | 2021-10-27 | 2022-01-01 | N |
| Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. | Health | 2021-10-27 | 2022-01-01 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2021-10-27 | 2022-01-01 | N |
| Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. | Health | 2021-10-27 | 2022-01-01 | Y |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2021-10-27 | 2022-01-01 | Y |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2021-10-27 | 2022-01-01 | Y |
| Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). | Fire Safety | 2021-10-20 | 2022-01-01 | N |
| Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire. | Fire Safety | 2021-10-20 | 2021-11-02 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2021-10-20 | 2021-11-02 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Health | 2019-12-12 | 2020-01-10 | N |
| Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | Health | 2019-12-12 | 2020-01-10 | N |
| Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | Health | 2019-12-12 | 2020-01-10 | N |
| Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | Health | 2019-12-12 | 2020-01-10 | N |
| Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | Health | 2019-12-12 | 2020-01-10 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2019-12-12 | 2020-01-10 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2019-12-10 | 2020-01-10 | N |
| Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2019-12-10 | 2020-01-10 | N |
| To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. | Fire Safety | 2019-12-10 | 2020-01-10 | N |
