Deficiency Records for Weston County Health Services

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Updated as of March 01, 2024

A list of the most recent deficiencies for Weston County Health Services. 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?
Have exits that are accessible at all times. Fire Safety 2023-04-13 2023-05-16 N
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Health 2023-04-13 2023-05-01 N
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Health 2023-04-13 2023-05-01 Y
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Health 2023-04-13 2023-05-01 Y
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Health 2023-04-13 2023-05-01 Y
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Health 2023-04-13 2023-05-01 Y
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional. Health 2023-04-13 2023-05-01 Y
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Health 2023-04-13 2023-05-01 Y
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Health 2023-04-13 2023-05-01 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 2023-04-13 2023-05-01 Y
Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19 Health 2023-04-13 2023-05-01 Y
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 2023-04-13 2023-05-01 N
Ensure that suites are correctly sub-divided by noncombustible or limited-combustible construction. Fire Safety 2023-04-13 2023-05-01 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 2023-04-13 2023-05-01 N
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Fire Safety 2023-04-13 2023-05-01 N
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Fire Safety 2023-04-13 2023-05-01 N
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Fire Safety 2023-04-13 2023-05-01 N
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Health 2022-06-16 2022-07-15 Y
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. Health 2022-06-16 2022-07-15 Y
Implement emergency and standby power systems. Fire Safety 2022-03-08 2022-05-16 N
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Fire Safety 2022-03-08 2022-05-16 N
Provide emergency officials' contact information. Fire Safety 2022-03-08 2022-04-28 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 2022-03-08 2022-04-28 N
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Fire Safety 2022-03-08 2022-04-28 N
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Fire Safety 2022-03-08 2022-04-28 N
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Fire Safety 2022-03-08 2022-04-28 N
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Fire Safety 2022-03-08 2022-04-28 N
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. Health 2022-03-10 2022-03-31 N
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition Health 2021-03-11 2021-04-09 N
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Health 2021-03-11 2021-04-09 N
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Health 2021-03-11 2021-04-09 N
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. Health 2021-03-11 2021-04-09 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 2021-03-11 2021-04-09 N
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Health 2021-03-11 2021-04-09 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 2021-03-09 2021-04-08 N
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Fire Safety 2021-03-09 2021-04-08 N
Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed. Fire Safety 2021-03-09 2021-04-08 N