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Inspection visit

Health inspection

RIVER VIEW POST ACUTECMS #0550112 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 2 deficiencies. The full statement and the facility’s plan of correction follow, verbatim from the federal record.

055011 09/03/2025 River View Post Acute 1611 Scenic Drive Modesto, CA 95355
F 0558 Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a reasonable accommodation of needs were honored for one of four sampled residents (Resident 2) when the facility did not have a mechanical lift sling (soft fabric padded sling that wraps around the body and attaches to a mechanical lift to assist in a transfer from one location to another) available to transfer Resident 2 out of bed.This failure caused Resident 2 to not attend the activities of her choice and had the potential to negatively impact Resident 2's quality of life and psychosocial well-being.A review of Resident 2's admission RECORD, indicated, she was admitted to the facility in mid 2022.A review of Resident 2's clinical document titled, Care Plan Report, initiated, 7/4/22, indicated, .The resident has an ADL [Activities of Daily Living, personal care tasks which include bathing, dressing, eating, and transferring in and out of bed] self-care deficit.TRANSFER: Friend (FF) 1, FF 1 stated Resident 2 had asked to attend morning activities on several days, including 8/18/25, and staff had not honored the request to get her out of bed.A review of the facility activity calendar for September 2025, indicated, morning activities were scheduled for 9 AM, 9:30 AM, 10 AM ,and 11:45 AM daily.A review of Resident 2's clinical documentation of care provided, titled, .Task.CHAIR/BED-TO CHAIR TRANSFER. indicated, Resident 2 was transferred out of bed on the dates and times as follows:8/6/25 at 12:02 PM8/11/25 at 6:29 PM8/15/25 at 2:34 PM8/18/25 at 12:26 PM8/20/25 at 2:10 PM8/24/25 at 1:41 PM8/27/25 at 3:42 PM8/28/25 at 2:34 PM8/29/25 at 6:14 PMDuring an interview on 9/3/25, at 10 AM, with certified nurse assistant (CNA) 2, CNA 2 stated there were three to four mechanical lifts in the facility and occasionally it was hard to find a lift or sling for transferring residents. CNA 2 further stated uncharged lift batteries and a lack of slings sometimes delayed resident care, causing Resident 2 to miss scheduled activities.During an interview on 9/3/25, at 11:26 AM, in the circle dining area, with Resident 2, Resident 2 stated she had planned to attend activities yesterday and was told there were not enough slings. Resident 2 further stated due to a shortage of regular slings she was required to use a shower sling (a sling made of mesh for easy access to skin during bathing) which irritated her skin, in order to get out of bed today.During an interview on 9/3/25, at 12:29 PM, with CNA 2, CNA 2 confirmed there were no slings available on 9/2/25, during the am shift (6 am - 6:30 PM) to transfer Resident 2 out of bed. During an interview on 9/3/25, at 12:43 PM, with the Director of Nurses (DON), the DON stated the facility should have the equipment available to meet Resident 2's needs. The DON further stated Resident 2's psychosocial well-being could be negatively affected if she was unable to attend activity programs.A review of a facility policy titled, Resident Self Determination and Participation, revised 8/2022, indicated, .Our facility respects and promotes the right of each resident to exercise his or her autonomy regarding what the resident considers to be important facets of his or her life.Each resident is allowed to choose activities.that are consistent with his or her interests, values, assessments and plans of care, including.daily routine.activities.residents are provided assistance Residents Affected - Few Page 1 of 4 055011 055011 09/03/2025 River View Post Acute 1611 Scenic Drive Modesto, CA 95355
F 0558 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm as needed to engage in their preferred activities on a routine basis.A review of a facility policy titled, Dignity, revised 2021, indicated, .Each resident shall be cared for in a manner that promotes and enhances his or her sense of well-being, level of satisfaction with life, and feelings of self-worth and self-esteem.When assisting with care, residents are supported in exercising their rights. For example, residents are.encouraged to attend the activities of their choice. Residents Affected - Few 055011 Page 2 of 4 055011 09/03/2025 River View Post Acute 1611 Scenic Drive Modesto, CA 95355
F 0609 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure an allegation of abuse was reported to the Department timely for one of three sampled residents (Resident 1) when Resident 1 alleged certified nursing assistant (CNA) 3 forcefully grabbed her legs on 8/2/25 but the incident was not reported to the Department until 8/7/25. This failure resulted in a delay in the abuse investigation process and decreased the facility's potential to protect Resident 1 and other residents in the facility from physical and psychosocial harm.A review of Resident 1's admission RECORD, indicated, she was admitted to the facility in late 2024 with diagnoses which included bipolar disorder (a mental health condition that causes changes in a person mood, energy, and ability to function). A review of Resident 1's minimum data set (MDS, a federally mandated resident assessment and screening tool which identifies care needs) dated 7/29/25, indicated, .Section C-Cognitive Patterns. Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) [a tool used to screen for cognitive impairment]. indicated, a score of 14 points which suggested cognition/thinking/decision making was intact. A review of Resident 1's clinical document, written by the Administrator in Training (AIT), titled, Progress Notes, dated 8/7/25, at 5 PM, indicated, .At around 4:30pm, resident informed writer that a CNA had hurt her legs over a week ago and was concerned why the same CNA was scheduled to work the night shift with her again.[Resident 1] explained.the saturday [sic] before (on the evening of 7/26/25).CNA, forcefully grabbed her behind the ankles and squeezed while trying to drag her off the bed. She was very upset and crying at this time.A review of Resident 1's clinical document, written by the AIT, titled, Progress Notes, dated 8/7/25, at 10:41 PM, indicated, .when resident was interviewed by officer [police].she added to her report that the CNA started the altercation by throwing her resident's arms around before grabbing her legs. She [Resident 1] also stated that she is starting to believe that it could have been last Saturday (8/2/25).During a telephone interview on 9/3/25, at 7:34 AM, with licensed nurse (LN) 2, LN 2 stated, on 8/2/25, Resident 1 reported CNA 3 grabbed her by the ankles and pulled on her. LN 2 further stated she assessed Resident 1's ankles and no redness or marks were observed.During an interview on 9/3/25, at 9:05 AM, in Resident 1's room, Resident 1 stated when she had needed help to go to the bathroom CNA 3 flung her arms over and then grabbed her by the back of the ankles and squeezed hard. Resident 1 stated CNA 3 caused her pain and made bruises like finger marks on her left ankle. During a telephone interview on 9/3/25, at 10:39 AM, with LN 4, LN 4 stated the incident with Resident 1 occurred on Saturday 8/2/25, at approximately 6 PM. LN 4 further stated CNA 3 had reported that Resident 1 was angry and asked LN 4 to check on her. LN 4 stated Resident 1 was agitated when they went to check on her and asked LN 4 and CNA 3 to leave her room. LN 4 stated she had assumed the other nurse (LN 2) would document the incident. LN 4 further stated after the incident happened, training on abuse reporting was conducted and now she understood the reporting process and what should have been done because it was a serious issue. During a telephone interview on 9/3/25, at 10:48 AM, with LN 2, LN 2 confirmed she had not documented or reported Resident 1's allegation of abuse, but she should have. LN 2 further stated she should have made sure the allegation was documented and reported for the safety of Resident 1, the facility, and everyone.During an interview on 9/3/25 at 12:11 PM, the AIT confirmed two LN's and CNA 3 were aware of Resident 1's allegations of abuse on 8/2/25, but the incident did not come to his attention until 8/7/25. The AIT confirmed because he did not learn about the incident until five days later, the report to the Department was delayed.During an interview on 9/3/25, at 2:54 PM, with the Director of Nurses (DON), the DON stated it was her expectation that allegations of abuse would be reported to the Department within two hours of the occurrence. The DON further stated it was important to report abuse 055011 Page 3 of 4 055011 09/03/2025 River View Post Acute 1611 Scenic Drive Modesto, CA 95355
F 0609 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm for the safety of the residents.A review of a facility policy titled, Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation or Misappropriation-Reporting and Investigating, revised 9/22, indicated, .If resident abuse.is suspected, the suspicion must be reported immediately to the administrator and to other officials according to state law.Immediately is defined as.within two hours of an allegation involving abuse.or within 24 hours of an allegation that does not involve abuse. Residents Affected - Few 055011 Page 4 of 4

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Citations

2 citations recorded*CMS

What do CMS severity letters mean?

Serious (G-L). Actual harm to a resident, or immediate jeopardy. Codes G through I indicate actual harm; J through L indicate immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.

General (A-F). No actual harm found, or harm that is minimal. The facility must still submit a Plan of Correction. Most CMS citations land here.

Each letter combines severity with scope: how many residents the deficiency affected.

  • 0558GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F558 - The right to reside and receive services in the facility with reasonable

    Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

  • 0609GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F609 - The facility must develop and implement written policies and procedures that:

    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the September 3, 2025 survey of RIVER VIEW POST ACUTE?

This was a inspection survey of RIVER VIEW POST ACUTE on September 3, 2025. The surveyor cited 2 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at RIVER VIEW POST ACUTE on September 3, 2025?

Yes, 2 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident."

What type of survey was this?

This was a inspection survey conducted by state surveyors under federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) oversight. Findings are published on CMS Care Compare.

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