Deficiency Records for Avantara Watertown

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Updated as of March 01, 2024

A list of the most recent deficiencies for Avantara Watertown. 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?
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 2023-09-28 2023-11-06 N
Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction. Fire Safety 2023-09-26 2023-10-25 N
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Fire Safety 2023-09-26 2023-10-17 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 2022-07-20 2022-08-19 N
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Fire Safety 2022-07-21 2022-07-27 N
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Health 2020-01-29 2020-02-25 N
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Health 2020-01-29 2020-02-25 N
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Health 2020-01-29 2020-02-25 N
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Health 2020-01-29 2020-02-25 N
Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction. Fire Safety 2020-01-28 2020-02-25 N
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Fire Safety 2020-01-28 2020-02-25 N