A list of the most recent deficiencies for Avamere Rehabilitation of Newport. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | Health | 2023-01-13 | 2023-03-04 | 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 | 2023-01-13 | 2023-03-04 | N |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2023-01-13 | 2023-03-04 | N |
| Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. | Health | 2023-01-13 | 2023-03-04 | 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 | 2023-01-13 | 2023-03-04 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2023-01-13 | 2023-03-04 | N |
| Provide family notifications of emergency plan. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-11 | 2023-03-04 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-11 | 2023-03-04 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-11 | 2023-03-04 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-11 | 2023-03-04 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-11 | 2023-03-04 | N |
| To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-11 | 2023-03-04 | N |
| Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-11 | 2023-03-04 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-11 | 2023-03-04 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-11 | 2023-03-04 | N |
| Post nurse staffing information every day. | Health | 2018-06-22 | 2018-07-27 | N |
| Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. | Health | 2018-06-22 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | Health | 2018-06-22 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | Health | 2018-06-22 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2018-06-22 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Ensure each resident?s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | Health | 2018-06-22 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). | Fire Safety | 2018-06-20 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. | Fire Safety | 2018-06-20 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration. | Fire Safety | 2018-06-20 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures. | Fire Safety | 2018-06-20 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. | Fire Safety | 2018-06-20 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency. | Fire Safety | 2018-06-20 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Establish policies and procedures including evacuation. | Fire Safety | 2018-06-20 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. | Fire Safety | 2018-06-20 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. | Fire Safety | 2018-06-20 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Develop a communication plan. | Fire Safety | 2018-06-20 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Provide emergency officials' contact information. | Fire Safety | 2018-06-20 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Provide primary/alternate means for communication. | Fire Safety | 2018-06-20 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Establish emergency prep training and testing. | Fire Safety | 2018-06-20 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Establish staff and initial training requirements. | Fire Safety | 2018-06-20 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Conduct testing and exercise requirements. | Fire Safety | 2018-06-20 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Implement emergency and standby power systems. | Fire Safety | 2018-06-20 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2018-06-20 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2018-06-20 | 2018-07-17 | N |
| Provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full recognition of their individuality. | Health | 2017-05-05 | 2017-06-13 | N |
| Conduct initial and periodic assessments of each resident's functional capacity. | Health | 2017-05-05 | 2017-06-13 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment by a qualified health professional. | Health | 2017-05-05 | 2017-06-13 | N |
| Allow residents the right to participate in the planning or revision of care and treatment. | Health | 2017-05-05 | 2017-06-13 | N |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2017-05-05 | 2017-06-13 | 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 | 2017-05-05 | 2017-06-13 | N |
| Use a registered nurse at least 8 hours a day, 7 days a week. | Health | 2017-05-05 | 2017-06-13 | N |
| Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. | Health | 2017-05-05 | 2017-06-13 | N |
| Keep accurate, complete and organized clinical records on each resident that meet professional standards. | Health | 2017-05-05 | 2017-06-13 | N |
