A list of the most recent deficiencies for Kerens Care 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Install proper backup exit lighting. | Fire Safety | 2023-05-22 | 2023-07-06 | N |
| Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | Fire Safety | 2023-05-22 | 2023-07-06 | 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 | 2023-05-22 | 2023-07-06 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2023-05-22 | 2023-07-06 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2021-11-24 | 2021-11-29 | N |
| Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. | Fire Safety | 2021-11-24 | 2021-11-29 | N |
| Post nurse staffing information every day. | Health | 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-10 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-10 | N |
| Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly | Health | 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-10 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-10 | N |
| Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | Health | 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-10 | N |
| Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | Health | 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-10 | Y |
| Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | Health | 2021-10-07 | 2021-11-10 | Y |
| Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. | Health | 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-02 | Y |
| Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room). | Health | 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-02 | Y |
| Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | Health | 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-02 | Y |
| Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure (1) employees report any suspicion of a crime against any resident, according to timelines; (2) post the notice of employee rights; and (3) prohibit and prevent retaliation for reporting. | Health | 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-02 | Y |
| Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | Health | 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-02 | Y |
| Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | Health | 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-02 | Y |
| Report COVID19 data to residents and families. | Health | 2021-09-01 | 2021-09-02 | Y |
| Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | Health | 2021-05-06 | 2021-05-07 | Y |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2019-09-11 | 2019-09-30 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2019-09-11 | 2019-09-17 | N |
| Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2019-09-11 | 2019-09-12 | N |
| Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Fire Safety | 2019-09-11 | Not Fixed | N |
