Deficiency Records for Chelsea Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

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Updated as of March 01, 2024

A list of the most recent deficiencies for Chelsea Rehabilitation and Healthcare 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?
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Health 2023-09-28 2023-11-11 Y
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Fire Safety 2022-12-16 2023-05-15 N
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Fire Safety 2022-12-16 2023-05-15 N
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Fire Safety 2022-12-16 2023-05-15 N
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Fire Safety 2022-12-16 2023-05-15 N
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Fire Safety 2022-12-16 2023-05-15 N
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Fire Safety 2022-12-16 2023-05-15 N
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Fire Safety 2022-12-16 2023-05-15 N
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Fire Safety 2022-12-16 2023-02-13 N
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Health 2022-12-13 2023-01-27 N
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Health 2022-12-13 2023-01-27 N
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Health 2022-12-13 2023-01-27 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 2022-12-13 2023-01-27 N
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Health 2022-12-13 2023-01-27 N
Post nurse staffing information every day. Health 2022-12-13 2023-01-27 N
Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws. Health 2022-12-13 2023-01-27 N
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Health 2022-12-13 2023-01-27 N
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. Health 2022-12-13 2023-01-27 Y
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Health 2022-12-13 2023-01-27 Y
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Health 2021-08-17 2021-09-22 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 2021-08-17 2021-09-22 N
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. Health 2021-08-17 2021-09-22 N
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Health 2021-08-17 2021-09-22 N
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Health 2021-08-17 2021-09-22 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 2021-08-17 2021-09-22 N
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Health 2021-08-17 2021-09-22 N
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Health 2021-08-17 2021-09-22 N
Post nurse staffing information every day. Health 2021-08-17 2021-09-22 N
Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame. Health 2021-08-17 2021-09-22 N
Have properly sized and located compartments to protect residents from smoke. Fire Safety 2021-08-23 2021-09-20 N
Have proper power supply for life support equipment. Fire Safety 2021-08-23 2021-09-20 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 2019-04-29 2019-07-10 N
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Fire Safety 2019-04-29 2019-07-10 N
Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Fire Safety 2019-04-29 2019-06-19 N
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Fire Safety 2019-04-29 2019-06-19 N
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Fire Safety 2019-04-29 2019-06-19 N
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Fire Safety 2019-04-29 2019-06-19 N
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Fire Safety 2019-04-29 2019-06-19 N
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Fire Safety 2019-04-29 2019-06-19 N
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Fire Safety 2019-04-29 2019-06-19 N
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 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 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Notify the resident or the resident?s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident?s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 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 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Post nurse staffing information every day. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 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 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 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 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Health 2019-04-17 2019-05-28 N
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly Health 2019-04-17 2019-01-11 N