Deficiency Records for Mt Baker Care Center

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Updated as of May 01, 2018

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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Mt Baker Care 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?
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. Health 2017-10-24 2017-11-13 Y
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined safe. Health 2017-09-20 2017-11-03 N
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 2017-09-20 2017-11-03 N
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Health 2017-09-20 2017-11-03 N
Provide housekeeping and maintenance services. Health 2017-09-20 2017-11-03 N
Develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Health 2017-09-20 2017-11-03 N
Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care. Health 2017-09-20 2017-11-03 N
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program for mentally-ill and mentally-retarded patients. Health 2017-09-20 2017-11-03 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 2017-11-03 N
Develop policies and procedures for influenza and pneumococcal immunizations. Health 2017-09-20 2017-11-03 N
Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. Health 2017-09-20 2017-11-03 N
Keep all essential equipment working safely. Health 2017-09-20 2017-11-03 N
Keep accurate, complete and organized clinical records on each resident that meet professional standards. Health 2017-09-20 2017-11-03 N
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Fire Safety 2017-09-26 2017-10-06 N
Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Fire Safety 2017-09-26 2017-10-06 N
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Fire Safety 2017-09-26 2017-10-06 N
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Fire Safety 2017-09-26 2017-10-06 N
Keep each resident free from physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Health 2016-07-29 2016-09-07 N
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 2016-07-29 2016-09-07 N
Conduct initial and periodic assessments of each resident's functional capacity. Health 2016-07-29 2016-09-07 N
Allow residents the right to participate in the planning or revision of care and treatment. Health 2016-07-29 2016-09-07 N
Assist those residents who need help with eating/drinking, grooming and personal and oral hygiene. Health 2016-07-29 2016-09-07 N
Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. Health 2016-07-29 2016-09-07 N
Provide routine and emergency drugs through a licensed pharmacist and only under the general supervision of a licensed nurse. Health 2016-07-29 2016-09-07 N
Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. Health 2016-07-29 2016-09-07 N
Ensure residents have the right to have a choice over activities, their schedules, and health care according to their interests, assessments, and plans of care. Health 2016-07-29 2016-09-07 Y
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. Health 2016-07-29 2016-09-07 Y
Corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Fire Safety 2016-07-25 2016-07-29 N
Exits that are free from obstructions and can be used at all times. Fire Safety 2016-07-25 2016-07-29 N
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 2015-12-22 2016-02-01 Y
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. Health 2015-12-22 2016-02-01 Y
Provide activities to meet the interests and needs of each resident. Health 2015-05-26 2015-07-07 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 2015-05-26 2015-07-07 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 2015-05-26 2015-07-07 N
Have enough nurses to care for every resident in a way that maximizes the resident's well being. Health 2015-05-26 2015-07-07 N
Prepare food that is nutritional, appetizing, tasty, attractive, well-cooked, and at the right temperature. Health 2015-05-26 2015-07-07 N
Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. Health 2015-05-26 2015-07-07 N
Provide routine and emergency drugs through a licensed pharmacist and only under the general supervision of a licensed nurse. Health 2015-05-26 2015-07-07 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 2015-05-26 2015-07-07 N
Exits that are accessible at all times. Fire Safety 2015-05-19 2015-06-25 N
Emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Fire Safety 2015-05-19 2015-06-25 N
A fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Fire Safety 2015-05-19 2015-06-25 N
Automatic sprinkler systems that have been maintained in working order. Fire Safety 2015-05-19 2015-06-25 N
Weekly inspections and monthly testing of generators. Fire Safety 2015-05-19 2015-06-25 N
Properly installed electrical wiring and equipment. Fire Safety 2015-05-19 2015-06-25 N