A list of the most recent deficiencies for The Cove at La Jolla. 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 or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. | Health | 2024-01-17 | 2024-01-26 | Y |
| Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | Health | 2023-09-28 | 2023-10-17 | Y |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2023-08-29 | 2023-08-31 | Y |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2022-08-11 | 2022-08-31 | Y |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2022-08-10 | 2022-08-26 | Y |
| Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | Health | 2022-08-10 | 2022-08-26 | Y |
| Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | Health | 2022-07-18 | 2022-08-18 | Y |
| Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | Health | 2022-06-02 | 2022-06-13 | Y |
| Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. | Health | 2021-12-09 | 2022-01-20 | N |
| Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | Health | 2021-12-09 | 2022-01-20 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2021-12-09 | 2022-01-20 | N |
| Keep all essential equipment working safely. | Health | 2021-12-09 | 2022-01-20 | N |
| Provide at least one room set aside to use as a resident dining room and for activities, that is a good size, with good lighting, air flow and furniture. | Health | 2021-12-09 | 2022-01-20 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-03 | N |
| Meet requirements for operating features, such as evacuation plans, fire drills, smoking regulations, draperies, decorations and the inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors. | Fire Safety | 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-03 | N |
| Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Fire Safety | 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-03 | 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 | 2019-12-05 | 2019-12-31 | N |
| Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Fire Safety | 2019-12-05 | 2019-12-31 | N |
| Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. | Fire Safety | 2019-12-05 | 2019-12-31 | N |
| Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. | Health | 2019-11-15 | 2019-12-16 | N |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2019-11-15 | 2019-12-16 | N |
| Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | Health | 2019-11-15 | 2019-12-16 | N |
| Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. | Health | 2019-11-15 | 2019-12-16 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | Health | 2019-11-15 | 2019-12-16 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2019-11-15 | 2019-12-16 | N |
| Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | Health | 2019-11-15 | 2019-12-16 | 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 | 2019-01-09 | 2019-02-01 | N |
| Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-01-09 | 2019-02-01 | N |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2018-11-29 | 2019-01-23 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2018-11-29 | 2019-01-23 | N |
| Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. | Health | 2018-11-29 | 2019-01-23 | N |
| Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. | Health | 2018-11-29 | 2019-01-23 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration. | Health | 2018-11-29 | 2019-01-23 | N |
| Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident?s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. | Health | 2018-11-29 | 2019-01-23 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2018-11-29 | 2019-01-23 | N |
