Deficiency Records for Homestead Nursing and Rehabilitation of Itasca
Updated as of March 01, 2024
A list of the most recent deficiencies for Homestead Nursing and Rehabilitation of Itasca. 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | Health | 2023-08-24 | 2023-08-25 | Y |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2023-07-20 | 2023-08-10 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2023-07-20 | 2023-08-10 | N |
| Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. | Fire Safety | 2023-07-20 | 2023-08-10 | 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 | 2022-06-09 | 2022-07-09 | 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 | 2022-06-09 | 2022-07-09 | N |
| Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | Health | 2022-06-09 | 2022-07-09 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2022-06-09 | 2022-07-09 | N |
| Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. | Health | 2022-06-09 | 2022-07-09 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2022-03-28 | 2022-04-26 | Y |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2022-01-24 | 2022-01-25 | Y |
| Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | Health | 2021-09-15 | 2021-09-16 | Y |
| Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room). | Health | 2021-09-15 | 2021-09-16 | Y |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2021-09-15 | 2021-09-16 | Y |
| Meet other general requirements. | Fire Safety | 2019-06-27 | 2019-07-27 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2019-06-27 | 2019-07-27 | N |
| Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | Fire Safety | 2019-06-27 | 2019-07-27 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | Health | 2019-06-26 | 2019-07-26 | N |
| Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. | Health | 2019-06-26 | 2019-07-26 | N |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2019-06-26 | 2019-07-26 | 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 | 2019-06-26 | 2019-07-26 | N |
| Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. | Health | 2019-06-26 | 2019-07-26 | N |
| Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | Health | 2018-05-23 | 2018-06-23 | N |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2018-05-23 | 2018-06-23 | N |
| Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | Health | 2018-05-23 | 2018-06-23 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2018-05-23 | 2018-06-23 | N |
| Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. | Health | 2018-05-23 | 2018-06-23 | N |
| Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | Health | 2018-05-23 | 2018-06-23 | 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 | 2018-05-22 | 2018-06-23 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-22 | 2018-06-23 | N |
| Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). | Fire Safety | 2018-05-22 | 2018-06-14 | N |
| Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-22 | 2018-06-14 | N |
| Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-22 | 2018-06-14 | N |
| Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-22 | 2018-06-14 | N |
| Establish methods for sharing information. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-22 | 2018-06-14 | N |
| Provide family notifications of emergency plan. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-22 | 2018-06-14 | N |
| Establish emergency prep training and testing. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-22 | 2018-06-14 | N |
| Establish staff and initial training requirements. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-22 | 2018-06-14 | N |
| Conduct testing and exercise requirements. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-22 | 2018-06-14 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-22 | 2018-06-14 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-22 | 2018-06-07 | N |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-22 | 2018-05-24 | N |
| Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-22 | 2018-05-22 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2019-06-27 | Not Fixed | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2018-05-22 | Not Fixed | N |
