Deficiency Records for Weirton Medical Center
Updated as of February 01, 2019
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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Weirton Medical 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | Health | 2018-07-30 | 2018-08-22 | Y |
| Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Health | 2018-02-21 | 2018-04-18 | N |
| Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Health | 2018-02-21 | 2018-04-18 | N |
| Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | Health | 2018-02-21 | 2018-04-18 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | Health | 2018-02-21 | 2018-04-18 | N |
| Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | Health | 2018-02-21 | 2018-04-18 | N |
| Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | Health | 2018-02-21 | 2018-04-18 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2018-02-21 | 2018-04-18 | N |
| Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk. | Fire Safety | 2018-02-23 | 2018-03-31 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2018-02-23 | 2018-03-02 | N |
| Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | Health | 2017-03-22 | 2017-04-26 | Y |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2017-03-22 | 2017-04-26 | Y |
| Provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full recognition of their individuality. | Health | 2016-09-08 | 2016-11-04 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment by a qualified health professional. | Health | 2016-09-08 | 2016-11-04 | N |
| Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care. | Health | 2016-09-08 | 2016-11-04 | N |
| Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. | Health | 2016-09-08 | 2016-11-04 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2016-09-08 | 2016-11-04 | 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 | 2016-09-08 | 2016-11-04 | 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 | 2016-09-08 | 2016-11-04 | N |
| Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards. | Health | 2016-09-08 | 2016-11-04 | N |
| Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. | Health | 2016-09-08 | 2016-11-04 | N |
| Keep accurate, complete and organized clinical records on each resident that meet professional standards. | Health | 2016-09-08 | 2016-11-04 | N |
| Corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-07 | 2016-10-12 | N |
| Automatic sprinkler systems that have been maintained in working order. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-07 | 2016-10-12 | N |
| Properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-07 | 2016-10-12 | N |
| Restrictions on the use of flammable curtains. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-07 | 2016-10-12 | N |
| No-smoking signs where oxygen is used. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-07 | 2016-10-12 | N |
| Properly installed electrical wiring and equipment. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-07 | 2016-10-12 | N |
| Develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2015-08-13 | 2015-09-09 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2015-08-13 | 2015-09-09 | N |
