Deficiency Records for Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont

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Updated as of June 01, 2022

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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont. 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?
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Health 2022-04-04 2022-05-24 Y
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 2022-04-04 2022-05-24 Y
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Health 2019-08-16 2019-09-30 N
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Health 2019-08-16 2019-09-30 N
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Health 2019-08-16 2019-09-30 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 2019-08-16 2019-09-30 N
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Health 2019-08-16 2019-09-30 N
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Health 2019-08-16 2019-09-30 N
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Health 2019-08-16 2019-09-30 N
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Health 2019-08-16 2019-09-30 N
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Health 2019-08-16 2019-09-30 N
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Health 2019-08-16 2019-09-30 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 2019-08-16 2019-09-30 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 2019-08-16 2019-09-30 N
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Health 2019-08-16 2019-09-30 N
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Health 2019-08-16 2019-09-30 N
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Fire Safety 2019-08-21 2019-09-15 N
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. Fire Safety 2019-08-21 2019-08-26 N
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Fire Safety 2019-08-21 2019-08-22 N
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Health 2018-07-17 2018-08-07 N
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Health 2018-07-17 2018-08-07 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 2018-07-17 2018-08-07 N
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Health 2018-07-17 2018-08-07 N
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Health 2018-07-17 2018-08-07 N
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Health 2018-07-17 2018-08-07 N
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Health 2018-07-17 2018-08-07 N
Ensure each resident?s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Health 2018-07-17 2018-08-07 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 2018-07-17 2018-08-07 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 2018-07-17 2018-08-07 N
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Health 2018-07-17 2018-08-07 N
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Health 2018-07-17 2018-08-07 N
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Health 2018-07-17 2018-08-07 N
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. Fire Safety 2018-07-10 2018-07-24 N
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Fire Safety 2018-07-10 2018-07-24 N
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Fire Safety 2018-07-10 2018-07-24 N
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Fire Safety 2018-07-10 2018-07-24 N
Use approved construction type or materials. Fire Safety 2017-09-20 2017-10-23 N
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Fire Safety 2017-09-20 2017-10-23 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 2017-09-20 2017-10-23 N
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Fire Safety 2017-09-20 2017-10-23 N
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Fire Safety 2017-09-20 2017-10-23 N
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Fire Safety 2017-09-20 2017-10-23 N
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Fire Safety 2017-09-20 2017-10-23 N
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Fire Safety 2017-09-20 2017-10-23 N
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. Fire Safety 2017-09-20 2017-10-23 N
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Health 2017-09-20 2017-10-10 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 2017-09-20 2017-10-10 N
Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards. Health 2017-09-20 2017-10-10 N