Deficiency Records for Sandy Lake Rehabilitation and Care Center

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Updated as of November 01, 2020

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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Sandy Lake Rehabilitation and 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?
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Health 2020-02-26 2020-03-26 Y
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 2020-02-26 2020-03-26 Y
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Health 2020-02-26 2020-03-26 Y
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Health 2020-02-03 2020-02-24 Y
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Fire Safety 2019-11-13 2019-12-23 N
Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system. Fire Safety 2019-11-13 2019-12-23 N
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Fire Safety 2019-11-13 2019-12-23 N
Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed. Fire Safety 2019-11-13 2019-12-23 N
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Health 2019-11-15 2019-12-15 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 2019-11-15 2019-12-15 Y
Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Fire Safety 2018-12-06 2018-12-19 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 2018-12-06 2018-12-17 Y
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Health 2018-12-06 2018-12-17 Y
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Health 2018-12-06 2018-12-14 Y
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Fire Safety 2018-12-06 2018-12-12 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 2018-12-06 2018-12-07 N
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Fire Safety 2018-12-06 2018-12-07 N
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Health 2018-09-11 2018-09-12 Y
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Health 2018-09-11 2018-09-12 Y
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Health 2018-07-20 2018-08-10 Y
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 2018-07-20 2018-08-10 Y
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Health 2018-07-20 2018-08-10 Y
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Health 2018-01-11 2018-01-23 N
Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Fire Safety 2018-01-11 2018-01-19 N
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Fire Safety 2018-01-11 2018-01-19 N
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Fire Safety 2018-01-11 2018-01-19 N
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Fire Safety 2018-01-11 2018-01-19 N
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Fire Safety 2018-01-11 2018-01-19 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 2018-01-11 2018-01-19 N
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Health 2018-01-11 2018-01-12 N
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration. Health 2018-01-11 2018-01-12 N
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Health 2018-01-11 2018-01-12 N
Provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full recognition of their individuality. Health 2017-09-11 2017-09-13 Y