A list of the most recent deficiencies for Bledsoe County Nursing Home. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conduct testing and exercise requirements. | Fire Safety | 2023-08-06 | 2023-09-25 | N |
| Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. | Health | 2023-08-08 | 2023-09-20 | 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 | 2023-08-08 | 2023-09-20 | 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 | 2023-08-08 | 2023-09-20 | N |
| Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. | Health | 2023-08-08 | 2023-09-20 | N |
| Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. | Fire Safety | 2023-08-06 | 2023-09-20 | N |
| Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. | Fire Safety | 2023-08-06 | 2023-09-20 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2023-08-06 | 2023-09-20 | N |
| Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. | Fire Safety | 2023-08-06 | 2023-09-20 | N |
