Deficiency Records for Bay Ridge Healthcare Center

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Updated as of March 01, 2024

A list of the most recent deficiencies for Bay Ridge Healthcare 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?
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Health 2022-09-25 2022-10-17 N
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Health 2022-09-25 2022-10-11 Y
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. Health 2022-09-25 2022-10-04 N
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Health 2022-09-25 2022-10-04 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 2022-09-25 2022-10-04 N
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Health 2022-09-25 2022-10-03 N
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Health 2022-09-25 2022-10-03 N
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Health 2022-09-25 2022-10-03 N
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Health 2022-09-25 2022-10-03 N
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Health 2022-09-25 2022-10-03 N
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Health 2022-09-25 2022-10-03 N
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Health 2022-09-25 2022-10-03 N
Post nurse staffing information every day. Health 2022-09-25 2022-10-03 N
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly Health 2022-09-25 2022-10-03 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 2022-09-25 2022-10-03 Y
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Health 2022-09-25 2022-10-03 Y
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Health 2022-09-25 2022-10-03 Y
Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Fire Safety 2022-09-21 2022-10-03 N
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Health 2022-05-11 2022-06-11 Y
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Health 2021-09-21 2021-10-15 Y
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. Health 2021-09-21 2021-10-15 Y
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Health 2021-09-21 2021-10-15 Y
Report COVID19 data to residents and families. Health 2021-09-21 2021-10-15 Y
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Health 2021-08-03 2021-08-31 N
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Health 2021-08-03 2021-08-31 N
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Health 2021-08-03 2021-08-31 N
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Health 2021-08-03 2021-08-31 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 2021-08-03 2021-08-31 N
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Health 2021-08-03 2021-08-31 N
Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Fire Safety 2021-08-05 2021-08-31 N
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Fire Safety 2021-08-05 2021-08-31 N
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Fire Safety 2021-08-05 2021-08-31 N
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Fire Safety 2019-08-22 2019-09-18 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 2019-08-23 2019-09-10 N
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Health 2019-08-23 2019-09-10 N
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Fire Safety 2019-08-22 2019-09-10 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 2019-08-22 2019-09-10 N
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Fire Safety 2019-08-22 2019-09-10 N
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Fire Safety 2019-08-22 2019-09-10 N