Deficiency Records for South Boston Health and Rehab Center
Updated as of March 01, 2018
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A list of the most recent deficiencies for South Boston Health and Rehab 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1) Hire only people with no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. | Health | 2017-08-31 | 2017-10-14 | Y |
| Use approved construction type or materials. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-20 | 2017-08-21 | N |
| Provide rooms that can be unlocked from inside without a key. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-20 | 2017-08-21 | N |
| 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 | 2017-06-20 | 2017-08-21 | N |
| Meet other general requirements that are deficient. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-20 | 2017-08-21 | 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 | 2017-06-20 | 2017-08-21 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-20 | 2017-08-21 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-20 | 2017-08-21 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-20 | 2017-08-21 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-20 | 2017-08-21 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-20 | 2017-08-21 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-20 | 2017-08-21 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-20 | 2017-08-21 | N |
| Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-20 | 2017-08-21 | N |
| Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-20 | 2017-08-21 | N |
| Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-20 | 2017-08-21 | N |
| Have proper power supply for life support equipment. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-20 | 2017-08-21 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2017-06-20 | 2017-08-21 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment by a qualified health professional. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-19 | N |
| Allow residents the right to participate in the planning or revision of care and treatment. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-19 | N |
| Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-19 | N |
| Ensure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless medically necessary, and that incontinent patients receive proper services to prevent urinary tract infections and restore normal bladder functions. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-19 | N |
| Ensure that each resident's 1) entire drug/medication regimen is free from unnecessary drugs; and 2) is managed and monitored to achieve highest level of well-being. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-19 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-19 | 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 | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-19 | N |
| Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-19 | N |
| Keep all essential equipment working safely. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-19 | N |
| Give or get quality laboratory services/tests in a timely manner to meet the needs of residents. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-19 | N |
| Keep accurate, complete and organized clinical records on each resident that meet professional standards. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-19 | N |
| Train all employees on what to do in an emergency, and carry out unannounced staff drills. | Health | 2017-06-08 | 2017-07-19 | N |
| Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. | Health | 2016-05-05 | 2016-06-07 | N |
| Allow residents the right to participate in the planning or revision of care and treatment. | Health | 2016-05-05 | 2016-06-07 | N |
| Properly care for residents needing special services, including: injections, colostomy, ureostomy, ileostomy, tracheostomy care, tracheal suctioning, respiratory care, foot care, and prostheses. | Health | 2016-05-05 | 2016-06-07 | N |
| Give or get quality laboratory services/tests in a timely manner to meet the needs of residents. | Health | 2016-05-05 | 2016-06-07 | N |
| Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined safe. | Health | 2015-04-09 | 2015-05-12 | N |
| Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted. | Health | 2015-04-09 | 2015-05-12 | N |
| Ensure residents maintain acceptable nutritional status. | Health | 2015-04-09 | 2015-05-12 | N |
| Properly care for residents needing special services, including: injections, colostomy, ureostomy, ileostomy, tracheostomy care, tracheal suctioning, respiratory care, foot care, and prostheses. | Health | 2015-04-09 | 2015-05-12 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2015-04-09 | 2015-05-12 | N |
| Give or get quality laboratory services/tests in a timely manner to meet the needs of residents. | Health | 2015-04-09 | 2015-05-12 | N |
| Allow residents to easily view the results of the nursing home's most recent inspection. | Health | 2015-04-09 | 2015-04-27 | N |
