Deficiency Records for Signature Healthcare of Memphis
Updated as of May 01, 2018
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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Signature Healthcare of Memphis. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Health | 2018-02-23 | 2018-03-09 | Y |
| 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 | 2018-02-23 | 2018-03-09 | Y |
| 1) Hire only people with no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. | Health | 2017-08-23 | 2017-09-23 | Y |
| Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-19 | 2017-07-31 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2017-06-22 | 2017-07-31 | N |
| Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-19 | 2017-06-26 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-19 | 2017-06-26 | N |
| Meet other general requirements that are deficient. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-19 | 2017-06-26 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-19 | 2017-06-26 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-19 | 2017-06-23 | N |
| Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-19 | 2017-06-23 | N |
| Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-19 | 2017-06-19 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-19 | 2017-06-19 | N |
| Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-19 | 2017-06-19 | N |
| Signs that state that exit doors are to be kept closed. | Fire Safety | 2016-03-28 | 2016-05-01 | N |
| Walls that prevent smoke from passing through and would resist fire for at least one hour. | Fire Safety | 2016-03-28 | 2016-05-01 | N |
| Special areas constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or an approved fire extinguishing system. | Fire Safety | 2016-03-28 | 2016-05-01 | N |
| Emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Fire Safety | 2016-03-28 | 2016-05-01 | N |
| Record of quarterly fire drills for each shift under varying conditions. | Fire Safety | 2016-03-28 | 2016-05-01 | N |
| An approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2016-03-28 | 2016-05-01 | N |
| Automatic sprinkler systems that have been maintained in working order. | Fire Safety | 2016-03-28 | 2016-05-01 | N |
| Have other fire safety features required by fire safety codes. | Fire Safety | 2016-03-28 | 2016-05-01 | N |
| Weekly inspections and monthly testing of generators. | Fire Safety | 2016-03-28 | 2016-05-01 | N |
| Properly installed electrical wiring and equipment. | Fire Safety | 2016-03-28 | 2016-05-01 | N |
| Provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full recognition of their individuality. | Health | 2016-03-31 | 2016-05-01 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment by a qualified health professional. | Health | 2016-03-31 | 2016-05-01 | N |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2016-03-31 | 2016-05-01 | N |
| Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. | Health | 2016-03-31 | 2016-05-01 | N |
| Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care. | Health | 2016-04-19 | 2016-05-01 | Y |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2016-04-19 | 2016-05-01 | Y |
| Exits that are accessible at all times. | Fire Safety | 2015-02-24 | 2015-04-10 | N |
| Automatic sprinkler systems that have been maintained in working order. | Fire Safety | 2015-02-24 | 2015-04-10 | N |
| Properly installed electrical wiring and equipment. | Fire Safety | 2015-02-24 | 2015-04-10 | N |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2015-03-12 | 2015-04-10 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2015-03-12 | 2015-04-10 | N |
| Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards. | Health | 2015-03-12 | 2015-04-10 | N |
| Give or get quality laboratory services/tests in a timely manner to meet the needs of residents. | Health | 2015-03-12 | 2015-04-10 | N |
| Provide or obtain laboratory services only when ordered by the attending physician. | Health | 2015-03-12 | 2015-04-10 | N |
