Deficiency Records for Galax Health and Rehab
Updated as of October 01, 2018
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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Galax Health and Rehab. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meet other general requirements that are deficient. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-21 | 2017-08-01 | N |
| Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-21 | 2017-08-01 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-21 | 2017-08-01 | N |
| Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-21 | 2017-08-01 | N |
| Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-20 | N |
| Allow residents to easily view the results of the nursing home's most recent inspection. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-20 | N |
| Provide a safe, clean, comfortable and home-like environment; and allow residents to use personal belongings to the extent possible. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-20 | N |
| Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-20 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment by a qualified health professional. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-20 | N |
| Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-20 | N |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-20 | N |
| Properly care for residents needing special services, including: injections, colostomy, ureostomy, ileostomy, tracheostomy care, tracheal suctioning, respiratory care, foot care, and prostheses. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-20 | N |
| Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-20 | N |
| Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-20 | N |
| Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-20 | N |
| Keep accurate, complete and organized clinical records on each resident that meet professional standards. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-20 | N |
| Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-20 | N |
| Assist those residents who need help with eating/drinking, grooming and personal and oral hygiene. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-20 | Y |
| Prepare food that is nutritional, appetizing, tasty, attractive, well-cooked, and at the right temperature. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-20 | Y |
| Provide routine and emergency drugs through a licensed pharmacist and only under the general supervision of a licensed nurse. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-20 | Y |
| Corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2016-06-30 | 2016-08-18 | N |
| Special areas constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or an approved fire extinguishing system. | Fire Safety | 2016-06-30 | 2016-08-18 | N |
| Portable fire extinguishers. | Fire Safety | 2016-06-30 | 2016-08-18 | N |
| Weekly inspections and monthly testing of generators. | Fire Safety | 2016-06-30 | 2016-08-18 | N |
| Properly installed electrical wiring and equipment. | Fire Safety | 2016-06-30 | 2016-08-18 | N |
| Let residents refuse treatment, refuse to take part in an experiment, or formulate advance directives. | Health | 2016-06-15 | 2016-08-08 | N |
| Conduct initial and periodic assessments of each resident's functional capacity. | Health | 2016-06-15 | 2016-08-08 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment by a qualified health professional. | Health | 2016-06-15 | 2016-08-08 | N |
| Allow residents the right to participate in the planning or revision of care and treatment. | Health | 2016-06-15 | 2016-08-08 | N |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2016-06-15 | 2016-08-08 | N |
| Give the right treatment and services to residents who display physical or psychosocial problems adapting to changes in circumstances. | Health | 2016-06-15 | 2016-08-08 | N |
| Ensure that residents are safe from serious medication errors. | Health | 2016-06-15 | 2016-08-08 | N |
| Make sure that doctors visit residents regularly, as required. | Health | 2016-06-15 | 2016-08-08 | N |
| Provide routine and emergency drugs through a licensed pharmacist and only under the general supervision of a licensed nurse. | Health | 2016-06-15 | 2016-08-08 | N |
| At least once a month, have a licensed pharmacist review each resident's medication(s) and report any irregularities to the attending doctor. | Health | 2016-06-15 | 2016-08-08 | N |
| Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards. | Health | 2016-06-15 | 2016-08-08 | N |
| Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. | Health | 2016-06-15 | 2016-08-08 | N |
| Keep accurate, complete and organized clinical records on each resident that meet professional standards. | Health | 2016-06-15 | 2016-08-08 | N |
| An approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2015-07-23 | 2015-08-25 | N |
| Automatic sprinkler systems that have been maintained in working order. | Fire Safety | 2015-07-23 | 2015-08-25 | N |
| Properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2015-07-23 | 2015-08-25 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment by a qualified health professional. | Health | 2015-07-16 | 2015-08-24 | N |
| Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | Health | 2015-07-16 | 2015-08-24 | N |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2015-07-16 | 2015-08-24 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2015-07-16 | 2015-08-24 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2015-07-16 | 2015-08-24 | N |
| Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. | Health | 2015-07-16 | 2015-08-24 | N |
| Give or get quality laboratory services/tests in a timely manner to meet the needs of residents. | Health | 2015-07-16 | 2015-08-24 | N |
| Provide or obtain laboratory services only when ordered by the attending physician. | Health | 2015-07-16 | 2015-08-24 | N |
| Keep accurate, complete and organized clinical records on each resident that meet professional standards. | Health | 2015-07-16 | 2015-08-24 | N |
