Deficiency Records for Western Hills Healthcare Residence

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Updated as of March 01, 2024

A list of the most recent deficiencies for Western Hills Healthcare Residence. 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?
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Health 2023-02-08 2023-03-09 Y
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Health 2023-02-08 2023-03-09 Y
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 2023-02-08 2023-03-09 Y
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Health 2023-02-08 2023-03-09 Y
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 2023-02-08 2023-03-09 Y
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. Health 2023-02-08 2023-03-09 Y
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Health 2023-02-08 2023-03-09 Y
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Fire Safety 2023-02-09 2023-03-09 N
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Health 2022-05-10 2022-05-31 Y
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 2021-11-11 2021-12-24 Y
Ensure resident rooms meet each resident's needs. Health 2021-11-11 2021-12-17 Y
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Health 2021-11-11 2021-12-11 Y
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Health 2021-11-11 2021-12-11 Y
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Health 2021-11-11 2021-12-11 Y
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. Fire Safety 2021-11-11 2021-12-11 N
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Fire Safety 2021-11-11 2021-12-11 N
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Fire Safety 2021-11-11 2021-12-11 N
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Fire Safety 2021-11-11 2021-12-11 N
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Fire Safety 2020-01-22 2020-03-09 N
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Fire Safety 2020-01-22 2020-03-07 N
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Fire Safety 2020-01-22 2020-03-07 N
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Fire Safety 2020-01-22 2020-03-07 N
Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Fire Safety 2020-01-22 2020-02-21 N
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Fire Safety 2020-01-22 2020-02-21 N
Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration. Fire Safety 2020-01-22 2020-02-20 N
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Health 2020-01-22 2020-02-11 N
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Health 2020-01-22 2020-02-11 N
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Fire Safety 2020-01-22 2020-02-10 N
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Fire Safety 2020-01-22 2020-02-10 N
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Health 2020-01-22 2020-01-27 N
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Health 2020-01-22 2020-01-27 N
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Fire Safety 2020-01-22 2020-01-23 N