Deficiency Records for Avamere Heritage Rehabilitation of Tacoma
Updated as of April 01, 2018
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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Avamere Heritage Rehabilitation of Tacoma. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protect each resident from mistreatment, neglect and misappropriation of personal property. | Health | 2017-10-05 | 2017-10-11 | Y |
| 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 | 2017-10-05 | 2017-10-11 | Y |
| Develop and implement policies for 1) screening and training employees; and the 2) prevention, identification, investigation, and reporting of any abuse, neglect, mistreatment and misappropriation of property. | Health | 2017-10-05 | 2017-10-11 | Y |
| Allow residents the right to participate in the planning or revision of care and treatment. | Health | 2017-10-05 | 2017-10-11 | Y |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2017-10-05 | 2017-10-11 | Y |
| Allow residents the right to participate in the planning or revision of care and treatment. | Health | 2017-08-14 | 2017-10-11 | Y |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2017-08-14 | 2017-10-11 | Y |
| Let residents refuse treatment, refuse to take part in an experiment, or formulate advance directives. | Health | 2017-09-06 | 2017-10-10 | Y |
| Give the right treatment and services to residents who display physical or psychosocial problems adapting to changes in circumstances. | Health | 2017-09-06 | 2017-10-10 | Y |
| Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | Fire Safety | 2017-08-14 | 2017-09-21 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2017-08-14 | 2017-09-21 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2017-08-14 | 2017-09-21 | N |
| Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2017-08-14 | 2017-09-21 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2017-08-14 | 2017-09-21 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2017-08-14 | 2017-09-21 | N |
| Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. | Fire Safety | 2017-08-14 | 2017-09-21 | N |
| 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 | 2017-08-14 | 2017-09-15 | Y |
| 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 | 2017-08-14 | 2017-09-15 | Y |
| At least once a month, have a licensed pharmacist review each resident's medication(s) and report any irregularities to the attending doctor. | Health | 2017-08-14 | 2017-09-15 | Y |
| 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 | 2017-05-24 | 2017-06-19 | Y |
| Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident . | Health | 2017-05-24 | 2017-06-19 | Y |
| Provide care for each resident in a way that maintains or improves their quality of life. | Health | 2016-09-26 | 2016-10-28 | N |
| Provide housekeeping and maintenance services. | Health | 2016-09-26 | 2016-10-28 | N |
| Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program for mentally-ill and mentally-retarded patients. | Health | 2016-09-26 | 2016-10-28 | N |
| Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. | Health | 2016-09-26 | 2016-10-28 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2016-09-26 | 2016-10-28 | N |
| Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards. | Health | 2016-09-26 | 2016-10-28 | N |
| Approved construction type or materials. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-21 | 2016-10-24 | N |
| Exits that are accessible at all times. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-21 | 2016-10-24 | N |
| Emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-21 | 2016-10-24 | N |
| An approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-21 | 2016-10-24 | N |
| Automatic sprinkler systems that have been maintained in working order. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-21 | 2016-10-24 | N |
| Portable fire extinguishers. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-21 | 2016-10-24 | N |
| Properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-21 | 2016-10-24 | N |
| Properly installed electrical wiring and equipment. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-21 | 2016-10-24 | N |
| Provide activities to meet the interests and needs of each resident. | Health | 2015-11-03 | 2015-12-08 | N |
| Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. | Health | 2015-11-03 | 2015-12-08 | N |
| Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program for mentally-ill and mentally-retarded patients. | Health | 2015-11-03 | 2015-12-08 | N |
| Assist those residents who need help with eating/drinking, grooming and personal and oral hygiene. | Health | 2015-11-03 | 2015-12-08 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2015-11-03 | 2015-12-08 | N |
| Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. | Health | 2015-11-03 | 2015-12-08 | N |
| Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards. | Health | 2015-11-03 | 2015-12-08 | N |
| Corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2015-10-26 | 2015-11-04 | N |
| Automatic sprinkler systems that have been maintained in working order. | Fire Safety | 2015-10-26 | 2015-11-04 | N |
