A list of the most recent deficiencies for Kittanning Health and Rehab 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | Health | 2023-12-05 | 2024-01-02 | Y |
| Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | Health | 2023-06-22 | 2023-06-30 | Y |
| Satisfy building requirements after a repair, renovation, modification, or change of user/occupancy. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-23 | 2023-03-07 | N |
| Use approved construction type or materials. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-23 | 2023-03-07 | 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 | 2023-01-23 | 2023-03-07 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-23 | 2023-03-07 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-23 | 2023-03-07 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2023-01-23 | 2023-03-07 | N |
| Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | Health | 2023-01-20 | 2023-02-21 | 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 | 2023-01-20 | 2023-02-21 | N |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2023-01-20 | 2023-02-21 | N |
| Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | Health | 2023-01-20 | 2023-02-21 | 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 | 2023-01-20 | 2023-02-21 | N |
| Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse. | Health | 2023-01-20 | 2023-02-21 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2022-12-15 | 2022-12-21 | Y |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-23 | 2022-04-12 | N |
| Have exits that are accessible at all times. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-23 | 2022-04-12 | N |
| Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-23 | 2022-04-12 | N |
| Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | Fire Safety | 2022-03-23 | 2022-04-12 | N |
| Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | Health | 2022-02-11 | 2022-03-15 | N |
| Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. | Fire Safety | 2020-02-10 | 2020-04-06 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2020-02-10 | 2020-04-06 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2020-02-10 | 2020-04-06 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2020-02-10 | 2020-04-06 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2020-02-10 | 2020-04-06 | N |
| Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. | Fire Safety | 2020-02-10 | 2020-04-06 | N |
| Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. | Fire Safety | 2020-02-10 | 2020-04-06 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2020-02-10 | 2020-04-06 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Health | 2020-02-07 | 2020-03-24 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. | Health | 2020-02-07 | 2020-03-24 | N |
| Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | Health | 2020-02-07 | 2020-03-24 | 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 | 2020-02-07 | 2020-03-24 | N |
