Deficiency Records for Weston County Health Services
Updated as of September 01, 2021
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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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2020-03-04 | 2020-07-31 | N |
| Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. | Fire Safety | 2020-03-04 | 2020-07-31 | 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 | 2020-03-04 | 2020-07-31 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2020-03-04 | 2020-07-31 | 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 | 2020-03-05 | 2020-07-31 | 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 | 2020-03-05 | 2020-07-31 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2020-03-05 | 2020-07-31 | N |
| Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. | Health | 2020-03-05 | 2020-07-31 | N |
| Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. | Health | 2020-03-05 | 2020-07-31 | 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 | 2020-03-05 | 2020-07-31 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2020-03-05 | 2020-07-31 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2020-07-02 | 2020-07-24 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2020-03-04 | 2020-06-25 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2020-03-04 | 2020-06-23 | N |
| Meet other general requirements. | Fire Safety | 2020-03-04 | 2020-03-20 | N |
| Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Fire Safety | 2020-03-04 | 2020-03-11 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2020-03-04 | 2020-03-11 | N |
| Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | Health | 2019-11-22 | 2019-12-20 | Y |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2019-04-25 | 2019-05-13 | N |
| Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Fire Safety | 2019-04-25 | 2019-05-09 | N |
