Deficiency Records for Los Arcos Del Norte Care Center
Updated as of October 01, 2018
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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Los Arcos Del Norte 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 2018-01-03 | 2018-01-15 | Y |
| Develop and implement policies for 1) screening and training employees; and the 2) prevention, identification, investigation, and reporting of any abuse, neglect, mistreatment and misappropriation of property. | Health | 2017-09-15 | 2017-10-05 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment by a qualified health professional. | Health | 2017-09-15 | 2017-10-05 | N |
| Develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2017-09-15 | 2017-10-05 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2017-09-15 | 2017-10-05 | N |
| Provide routine and emergency drugs through a licensed pharmacist and only under the general supervision of a licensed nurse. | Health | 2017-09-15 | 2017-10-05 | N |
| Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. | Health | 2017-09-15 | 2017-10-05 | N |
| Properly care for residents needing special services, including: injections, colostomy, ureostomy, ileostomy, tracheostomy care, tracheal suctioning, respiratory care, foot care, and prostheses. | Health | 2017-09-15 | 2017-10-05 | Y |
| Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Fire Safety | 2017-09-13 | 2017-09-20 | N |
| Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire. | Fire Safety | 2017-09-13 | 2017-09-20 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2017-09-13 | 2017-09-20 | N |
| Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | Fire Safety | 2017-09-13 | 2017-09-20 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2017-09-13 | 2017-09-20 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2017-09-13 | 2017-09-20 | N |
| Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards. | Health | 2017-06-23 | 2017-07-12 | Y |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. | Health | 2017-04-04 | 2017-04-30 | Y |
| 1) Hire only people with no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. | Health | 2017-02-13 | 2017-03-06 | Y |
| Develop and implement policies for 1) screening and training employees; and the 2) prevention, identification, investigation, and reporting of any abuse, neglect, mistreatment and misappropriation of property. | Health | 2017-02-13 | 2017-03-06 | Y |
| Walls that prevent smoke from passing through and would resist fire for at least one hour. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-14 | 2016-10-15 | N |
| Portable fire extinguishers. | Fire Safety | 2016-09-14 | 2016-10-15 | N |
| Develop and implement policies for 1) screening and training employees; and the 2) prevention, identification, investigation, and reporting of any abuse, neglect, mistreatment and misappropriation of property. | Health | 2016-09-16 | 2016-10-15 | N |
| Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional. | Health | 2016-09-16 | 2016-10-15 | N |
| Provide housekeeping and maintenance services. | Health | 2016-09-16 | 2016-10-15 | N |
| Conduct initial and periodic assessments of each resident's functional capacity. | Health | 2016-09-16 | 2016-10-15 | N |
| Keep the rate of medication errors (wrong drug, wrong dose, wrong time) to less than 5%. | Health | 2016-09-16 | 2016-10-15 | N |
| Prepare food that is nutritional, appetizing, tasty, attractive, well-cooked, and at the right temperature. | Health | 2016-09-16 | 2016-10-15 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2016-09-16 | 2016-10-15 | N |
| Provide routine and emergency drugs through a licensed pharmacist and only under the general supervision of a licensed nurse. | Health | 2016-09-16 | 2016-10-15 | N |
| Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. | Health | 2016-09-16 | 2016-10-15 | N |
| Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | Health | 2016-09-16 | 2016-10-15 | N |
| Have a detailed, written plan for disasters and emergencies, such as fire, severe weather, and missing residents. | Health | 2016-09-16 | 2016-10-15 | N |
| Try to resolve each resident's complaints quickly. | Health | 2016-09-16 | 2016-10-15 | Y |
| Provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full recognition of their individuality. | Health | 2016-09-16 | 2016-10-15 | Y |
| Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. | Health | 2016-06-06 | 2016-06-17 | Y |
| Give the right treatment and services to residents who display physical or psychosocial problems adapting to changes in circumstances. | Health | 2016-05-18 | 2016-06-10 | Y |
| Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Health | 2016-03-18 | 2016-04-12 | Y |
| 1) Hire only people with no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. | Health | 2016-03-18 | 2016-04-12 | Y |
| Develop and implement policies for 1) screening and training employees; and the 2) prevention, identification, investigation, and reporting of any abuse, neglect, mistreatment and misappropriation of property. | Health | 2016-03-18 | 2016-04-12 | Y |
| Provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full recognition of their individuality. | Health | 2016-03-18 | 2016-04-12 | Y |
| Have enough nurses to care for every resident in a way that maximizes the resident's well being. | Health | 2016-03-18 | 2016-04-12 | Y |
| Allow residents to have visitors. | Health | 2015-11-17 | 2015-12-03 | Y |
| Corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2015-09-22 | 2015-10-16 | N |
| Special areas constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or an approved fire extinguishing system. | Fire Safety | 2015-09-22 | 2015-10-16 | N |
| An approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2015-09-22 | 2015-10-16 | N |
| Restrictions on the use of flammable curtains. | Fire Safety | 2015-09-22 | 2015-10-16 | N |
| Provide housekeeping and maintenance services. | Health | 2015-09-25 | 2015-10-16 | N |
| Maintain comfortable sound levels. | Health | 2015-09-25 | 2015-10-16 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment by a qualified health professional. | Health | 2015-09-25 | 2015-10-16 | N |
| Develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2015-09-25 | 2015-10-16 | N |
| Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Health | 2015-09-25 | 2015-10-16 | N |
| Provide routine and emergency drugs through a licensed pharmacist and only under the general supervision of a licensed nurse. | Health | 2015-09-25 | 2015-10-16 | N |
| Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards. | Health | 2015-09-25 | 2015-10-16 | N |
| Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. | Health | 2015-09-25 | 2015-10-16 | N |
| Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | Health | 2015-09-25 | 2015-10-16 | N |
| Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | Health | 2015-09-25 | 2015-10-16 | N |
| Train all employees on what to do in an emergency, and carry out unannounced staff drills. | Health | 2015-09-25 | 2015-10-16 | N |
