Deficiency Records for Laredo West Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Updated as of March 01, 2024
A list of the most recent deficiencies for Laredo West Nursing and Rehabilitation 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2023-06-23 | 2023-06-24 | Y |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2023-06-23 | 2023-06-24 | Y |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2023-03-23 | 2023-04-20 | Y |
| Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Health | 2023-03-17 | 2023-03-31 | Y |
| Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | Health | 2023-02-22 | 2023-03-16 | Y |
| Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-03 | 2023-03-03 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2023-02-03 | 2023-03-03 | N |
| Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | Health | 2023-01-10 | 2023-02-09 | Y |
| Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | Health | 2022-12-08 | 2023-01-07 | 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 | 2022-12-08 | 2023-01-07 | N |
| Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. | Health | 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-06 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-06 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-06 | 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 | 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-06 | N |
| Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. | Health | 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-06 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-06 | N |
| Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds. | Health | 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-06 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2021-10-06 | 2021-11-06 | 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 | 2021-10-06 | 2021-11-06 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2021-10-06 | 2021-11-06 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2021-10-06 | 2021-11-06 | N |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2020-01-10 | 2020-02-10 | N |
| Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Health | 2020-01-10 | 2020-02-10 | N |
| Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | Health | 2020-01-10 | 2020-02-10 | N |
| Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. | Health | 2020-01-10 | 2020-02-03 | N |
| Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Health | 2020-01-10 | 2020-01-14 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2020-01-08 | Not Fixed | N |
