F 0550
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or
her rights.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure staff were sitting at eye-level while
providing feeding assistance to one of five sampled residents (Resident 10).
This failure had the potential to result in affecting Resident 10's self-esteem and self-worth.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 10's admission Record (Face Sheet), the admission Record indicated Resident
10 was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and was readmitted to the facility on [DATE], with
diagnoses that included but not limited to type 2 diabetes mellitus (condition that results in too much sugar
circulating in the blood), dementia (a condition characterized by progressive or persistent loss of intellectual
functioning), and metabolic encephalopathy (problem in the brain caused by chemical imbalances in the
blood).
During a review of Resident 10's Minimum Data Set (MDS, a standardized assessment and screening tool),
dated 10/19/2023, the MDS indicated Resident 10 was able to sometimes understand and sometimes be
understood by others. The MDS indicated Resident 10's cognition (process of thinking) was severely
impaired. The MDS indicated Resident 10 was dependent in eating. The MDS indicated Resident 10 had a
feeding tube (a flexible plastic tube placed into the stomach to assist in nutrition). The MDS indicated
Resident 10 was receiving a mechanically altered diet (required change in texture in food or liquids due to
difficulty chewing or swallowing).
During a review of Resident 10's History and Physical (H&P), dated 3/13/2023, the H&P indicated Resident
10 did not have the capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 10's Order Summary Report, dated 1/7/2024, the Order Summary Report
indicated a Consistent Carbohydrate, No Added Salt Diet (diet that consists of the same about of
carbohydrates [sugars] and no additional added salt), liquidized texture (foods that are smooth, moist, and
lump-free and is moderately thick in consistency), small portions.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/8/2024 at 12:50 p.m. with the Infection Preventionist
Nurse (IPN) in Resident 10's room, the IPN was observed standing on the right side of Resident 10's bed
while providing feeding assistance. The IPN stated she was standing and was supposed to be sitting at
eye-level with Resident 10 while assisting with feeding. The IPN stated sitting at eye-level showed respect
and dignity to the resident.
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Any deficiency statement ending with an asterisk (*) denotes a deficiency which the institution may be excused from correcting providing it is determined that other
safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days following the
date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14 days following the date
these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued program participation.
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
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During an interview on 1/11/2024 at 10:20 a.m., with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated the
staff were expected to sit next to the resident, at eye-level, when assisting with feeding. The DON stated
sitting next to the resident provided the staff an optimal angle to assess the resident for choking and to
provide dignity to the resident while they were being assisted. The DON stated the staff who provide
feeding assistance were supposed to sit with the residents and talk with them as a sign of respect.
Residents Affected - Few
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Dignity, undated, the P&P indicated,
When assisting with care, residents are supported in exercising their rights. For example, residents are .
provided with a dignified dining experience.
During a review of the facility's P&P titled, Feeding Residents, undated, the P&P indicated, Staff should be
sitting down and within eye level of resident.
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Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
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Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to
participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to provide information and education regarding an Advance
Directive (a written instruction, such as a living will or durable power of attorney for healthcare, recognized
under State law, relating to the provision of healthcare when the individual is incapacitated) to one of six
sampled residents' (Resident 7) Responsible Party (RP).
This failure had the potential to result in Resident 7's preferences for care in an emergency, or in the event
she became incapacitated (unable to participate in a meaningful way in medical decisions) or unable to
make medical decisions, would not be identified and/or carried out by the facility staff.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 7's admission Record (Face Sheet), the admission Record indicated Resident
7 was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that
included but not limited to epilepsy (a disorder in which nerve cell activity in the brain is disturbed, causing
seizures), dementia (a condition characterized by progressive or persistent loss of intellectual functioning),
and major depressive disorder (a mental health disorder characterized by persistently depressed mood or
loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life).
During a review of Resident 7's Minimum Data Set (MDS, a standardized assessment and screening tool),
dated 11/7/2023, the MDS indicated Resident 7 was able to understand and be understood by others. The
MDS indicated Resident 7's cognition (process of thinking) was severely impaired.
During a review of Resident 7's History and Physical (H&P), dated 7/5/2018, the H&P indicated Resident 7
did not have the capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 7's Advance Directive Acknowledgement, dated 9/13/2018, the
Acknowledgement indicated Resident 7 had not executed an Advance Directive and that Resident 7 was
not capable of making preferred intensity of care decisions at the time. The Advance Directive
Acknowledgment indicated Resident 7 had initialed and signed the form.
During a review of Resident 7's H&P, dated 1/18/2023, the H&P indicated Resident 7 had the capacity to
understand and make decisions.
During an interview on 1/10/2024 at 3:21 p.m., with the Social Services Director (SSD), the SSD stated she
was responsible for providing information regarding Advance Directives to the residents and/or their family.
The SSD stated she would review the resident's H&P to determine if the resident was capable of
understanding and deciding whether they would like to execute an Advance Directive. The SSD stated
Resident 7 was not capable of making medical decisions at the time the previous SSD provided the
Advance Directive information and Resident 7's family should have been the ones consulted. The SSD
stated the Advance Directive was not reviewed with the appropriate person and there was no indication that
it was reviewed with Resident 7's RP. The SSD stated a new Acknowledgement form should have been
formulated because the previous was not valid. The SSD stated the purpose of informing the resident and
their family about an Advance Directive was to give them the opportunity to have in
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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writing their medical wishes for the resident.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During an interview on 1/11/2024 at 11:09 a.m., with the Administrator (ADM), the ADM stated a resident
whose H&P indicated they did not have the capacity to understand and make decisions should not be
provided any information regarding executing an Advance Directive and the information should be provided
to the resident's RP. The ADM stated at the time the Advance Directive Acknowledgement form was
completed, Resident 7 did not have the capacity, therefore, a new Acknowledgement form should have
been reviewed with Resident 7's RP anytime from 2018 until present day. The ADM stated Resident 7's RP
was not given the opportunity to have in writing their life sustaining decisions for Resident 7.
Residents Affected - Few
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Lack of Capacity- When Medical
Intervention(s) Require Informed Consent, undated, the P&P indicated, As soon as reasonably possible
during the admission process, an inquiry should be directive to the adult resident or, if the patient is
incapacitated, to the patients surrogate decision maker as to whether or not the patient has completed an
advance directive.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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F 0580
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room,
etc.) that affect the resident.
Level of Harm - Actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to provide the necessary care and services for one of seven
sampled residents (Resident 95) by failing to:
a. Notify the physician of a change of condition (COC) when Resident 95's blood sugar level (measure of
glucose [sugar] in the blood [normal range 70- 100 milligrams [mg, unit of measurement] per (/) deciliter [dl,
unit of measurement] mg/dl) was elevated on 11/8/2023.
b. Notify the physician when Resident 95 began to experience congestion (an abnormal or excessive
accumulation of a body fluid), gurgling (a hollow bubbling sound), wheezing, and an episode of emesis
(vomiting) on 11/9/2023.
These failures resulted in Resident 95 experiencing elevated blood sugar levels over a 24-hour period from
11/8/2023 to 11/9/2023, and respiratory distress and emesis on 11/9/2023. 911 (a phone number used to
contact emergency services) was called one and a half hours after the resident had a COC and the
paramedics pronounced the resident deceased in the facility.
Findings:
a. During a review of Resident 95's admission Record, the admission Record indicated Resident 95 was
originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE]. Resident 95's diagnoses included
anemia (low level of red blood cells), dementia (impaired ability to remember, think, or make decisions that
interferes with doing everyday activities), Parkinson's disease (a progressive disorder that affects the
nervous system and the parts of the body controlled by the nerves), gastrointestinal (stomach) bleed,
status post percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy ([PEG] - medical procedure in which a tube is passed
into a patient's stomach through the abdominal wall, most commonly to provide a means of feeding when
oral intake is not adequate)) replacement, and diabetes mellitus (abnormal blood sugar).
During a review of Resident 95's Minimum Data Set ([MDS]- a standardized resident assessment and care
planning tool), dated 10/6/2023, the MDS indicated Resident 95's cognitive skills (mental action or process
of acquiring knowledge and understanding) for daily decision making was severely impaired. The MDS
indicated Resident 95 was completely dependent on staff for eating, oral hygiene, personal hygiene,
toileting hygiene, bathing, and dressing. The MDS indicated Resident 95 had a feeding tube.
During a review of Resident 95's Care Plan titled, Diabetes, revised on 7/3/2023, the care plan indicated
Resident 95 was at risk for hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) related to
diabetes mellitus. The care plan interventions indicated staff will initiate nursing measures for
hyperglycemia immediately and notify physician promptly.
During a review of Resident 95's Blood Sugar Summary dated 11/8/2023, the blood sugar summary
indicated the following blood sugar levels on 11/8/2023:
At 5:49 a.m.- 398 mg/dl.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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At 6:00 a.m. - 398 mg/dl.
Level of Harm - Actual harm
At 10:58 a.m. - 340 mg/dl.
Residents Affected - Few
At 5:12 p.m. - 283 mg/dl.
At 8:51 p.m. - 300 mg/dl.
During a review of Resident 95's Medication Administration Record (MAR), for the month of November
2023, the MAR indicated Resident 95 received the following units of Regular Insulin Injection Solution (a
medication that helps your body turn food into energy and controls your blood sugar levels) on the following
dates and times:
11/8/2023 at 6:30 a.m. - 10 units for a blood sugar level of 398 mg/dl.
11/8/2023 at 11:30 a.m. - 8 units for a blood sugar level of 340 mg/dl.
11/8/2023 at 4:30 p.m. - 6 units for a blood sugar level of 283 mg/dl.
11/8/2023 at 9:00 p.m. - 6 units for a blood sugar of 300 mg/dl.
11/9/2023 at 6:30 a.m. -10 units for a blood sugar of 398 mg/dl.
During further review of the MAR, there was no indication Resident 95's physician was notified.
During a concurrent interview and record review, on 1/9/2024, at 3:18 p.m., with Registered Nurse (RN) 2,
Resident 95's Blood Sugar Summary, dated 10/17/2023 to 11/8/2023, was reviewed. RN 2 stated Resident
95's blood sugar levels were elevated above 300 mg/dl over a 24-hour period. RN 2 stated blood sugar
levels of above 300 (mg/dl) required intervention from the nurse. RN 2 stated Resident 95's physician
should have been notified and an order for insulin obtained. RN 2 stated any blood sugar level above 275
mg/dl for more than four hours was dangerous, and nurses were expected to notify the physician. RN 2
stated the nurses should have informed the physician of Resident 95's elevated blood sugar levels so that a
different medication regimen could been established. RN 2 stated elevated blood sugar levels for an
extended amount of time could lead to altered mental status, a hyperglycemic coma (life-threatening
disorder that can happen when blood sugar is very high), and eventually death.
During an interview on 1/10/2024, at 10:15 a.m., with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 3, LVN 3 stated
Resident 95's blood sugar levels were usually well controlled when she took care of the resident on the 7
a.m. to 3 p.m. shift. LVN 3 stated that elevated blood sugar levels could be a sign of a developing infection
and that blood sugar levels consistently above 300 mg/dL should be reported to the physician. LVN 3 stated
that prolonged elevated blood sugar levels could possibly lead to altered mental status, ketoacidosis (a
serious diabetes complication where the body produces excess blood acids [ketones] and can be triggered
by infection or other illness), and eventually, a coma. LVN 3 stated that LVN 6 did not inform her that
Resident 95's blood sugar levels were elevated prior to the start of her shift on 11/8/2023 (7 a.m. to 3 p.m.).
LVN 3 stated she would have called the physician about Resident 95's elevated blood sugar levels.
During an interview on 1/10/2024, at 12:55 p.m. with LVN 6, LVN 6 stated she was Resident 95's
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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Level of Harm - Actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
assigned nurse on 11/7/2023 and 11/8/2023. LVN 6 stated when any resident's blood sugar level was 300
mg/dl and above, the physician should be notified because elevated blood sugar levels of 300 mg/dl or
more for over 10 hours could possibly lead to altered mental status, breathing issues, and a hyperglycemic
coma. LVN 6 stated on 11/8/2023 Resident 95 had a blood sugar level greater than 300 mg/dl but she (LVN
6) did not notify the physician. LVN 6 stated she did not do so, because she was busy passing medications
to other residents and forgot to endorse the elevated blood sugar levels to LVN 3.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/10/2024, at 3:03 p.m., with LVN 7, Resident 95's
Blood Sugar Summary, dated 10/17/2023 and 11/8/2023, were reviewed. LVN 7 stated Resident 95's blood
sugar levels were elevated above 300 mg/dl for a 24-hour period. LVN 7 stated Resident 95's physician
should have been notified of the resident's elevated blood sugar levels because the increase in blood sugar
levels (above 300 mg/dl) could have been caused by an underlying developing infection and elevated blood
sugars could cause altered mental status and coma.
During an interview, on 1/11/2024, at 10:30 a.m., with Physician 1 (the facility's Medical Director), Physician
1 stated he expected the nurses to notify the attending physician of any COC for all residents. Physician 1
stated he would have expected the nurses to notify the attending physician if the blood sugar of a resident
was persistently above 300 mg/dl because elevated blood sugars caused proteins to leak into the urine.
Physician 1 stated he was not notified of Resident 95's blood sugar levels.
During a concurrent interview and record review, on 1/11/2024, at 1:47 p.m., with the Director of Nursing
(DON), Resident 95's Blood Sugar Summary, dated 10/17/2023 and 11/8/2023, were reviewed. The DON
stated on 11/8/2023, Resident 95's blood sugar levels were above 300 mg/dl for over 24-hours. The DON
stated elevated blood sugar levels could be caused by an underlying infection and should have been
relayed to the physician because a rise in blood sugar levels was a change of condition. The DON stated
delayed treatment of elevated blood sugar levels could possibly lead to altered mental status, sweating and
coma.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Managing Diabetes, undated, the P&P
indicated the facility will monitor the blood sugar levels of residents who had diabetes mellitus to ensure the
diabetes was managed, and stabilized in a manner that required the least number of finger sticks. The P&P
indicated blood sugar testing during illness, surgery, stress or with COC will increase, according to
physician's orders.
b. During a review of Resident 95's Care Plan titled, Risk for Aspiration (choking), revised on 7/3/2023, the
care plan indicated Resident 95 was at risk for aspiration of food and liquids secondary to advanced
dementia, Parkinson's disease, and gastrostomy (PEG). The care plan interventions indicated staff will
notify the physician of changes of condition.
During a review of Resident 95's COC note, dated 11/3/2023 at 12:21 a.m., the COC indicated on
11/2/2023 at 11:45 p.m., Resident 95 exhibited congestion, wheezing and a gurgling sound. The COC
indicated Resident 95 was transferred to the general acute care hospital (GACH).
During a review of Resident 95's GACH records titled, Procedure Notes, dated 11/4/2023, the procedure
notes indicated Resident 95 had an esophagogastroduodenoscopy ([EGD]- a test to examine the lining of
the gastrointestinal tract) with a gastrostomy tube replacement. The procedure notes indicated there was
evidence of gastric ulcers (open sores that develop on the lining of the stomach) with
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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evidence of recent bleeding.
Level of Harm - Actual harm
During a review of Resident 95's re-admission Patient -Alert Sheet, dated 11/7/2023, the sheet indicated
Resident 95 was re-admitted to the facility from the GACH on 11/7/2023 at 7 p.m.
Residents Affected - Few
During a review of Resident 95's COC, dated 11/9/2023 at 7:17 a.m., the COC indicated on 11/9/2023 at 5
a.m., LVN 6 noticed Resident 95 had congestion, gurgling, and wheezing. The COC indicated at 5:15 a.m.,
LVN 6 administered a breathing treatment to the resident, and at 6 a.m., Resident 95 was suctioned due to
vomiting a whitish amount of emesis. The COC indicated at 6:15 a.m., Resident 95 did not respond to
tactile (touch) and painful stimuli, appeared pale in color with an oxygen saturation (amount of oxygen in
the blood, Normal Reference Range [NRR] 92 to 100 percent [%]) of 88%, and oxygen was administered.
The COC indicated chest compressions (act of maintaining blood circulation throughout the body) were
started at 6:30 a.m., and 911 was called. The COC indicated Paramedics arrived at the facility at 6:40 a.m.,
chest compressions were resumed, and Resident 95 was pronounced deceased around 7:20 a.m.
During a review of Resident 95's Medication Administration Record (MAR), for the month of November
2023, the MAR indicated on 11/9/2023 at 5:56 a.m., LVN 6 administered Ipratropium -Albuterol Inhalation
Solution (a breathing treatment medication) 0.5-2.5 (3) 3mg per (/) 3 millimeters ([ml]- a unit of
measurement).
During an interview on 1/10/2024, at 12:41 p.m., with LVN 6, LVN 6 stated she noticed Resident 95's
change in respiratory status around 2 a.m. on 11/9/2023. LVN 6 stated Resident 95 had labored breathing,
was coughing, gurgling, and wheezing. LVN 6 stated she suctioned Resident 95 and administered a
breathing treatment. LVN 6 stated she administered supplemental oxygen after one hour but Resident 95
was not getting better, so she suctioned the resident a second time. LVN 6 stated, at 4:00 a.m., I gave
another breathing treatment and continued with my medication pass for the other residents. When I came
back, he (Resident 95) was already dying around 5 a.m. LVN 6 stated, I was so busy at that time I was
passing medications for 50 plus residents, and we caused a delay in care. LVN 6 stated there may have
been a possibility that Resident 95 could have survived if the physician and 911 were notified or called
earlier during the shift. LVN 6 stated, We called 911 late already. It should have been right away when I first
noticed he (Resident 95) was having labored breathing.
During a concurrent interview and record review, on 1/10/2023, at 3:03 p.m., with LVN 7, Resident 95's
COC, dated 11/9/2023 at 7:17 a.m. was reviewed. LVN 7 stated the COC indicated on 11/9/2023 Resident
95's COC was identified at 5 a.m. by LVN 6, and the physician was not notified until Resident 95 had
already expired. LVN 7 stated she would have checked Resident 95's vital signs immediately (at 5 a.m.),
administered supplemental oxygen, and notified the physician right away. LVN 7 stated Resident 95's death
could have been avoided had the physician been made aware of the elevation of Resident 95's blood
sugars (on 11/8/2023) and Resident 95's symptoms of respiratory distress (on 11/9/2023).
During an interview, on 1/11/2024, at 10:30 a.m., with Physician 1, Physician 1 stated there should be no
delay in physician notification, especially if a resident exhibited adverse changes in respiratory status such
as wheezing, gurgling, congestion, or cough because it could lead to resident's harm.
During a concurrent interview and record review with the DON, on 1/11/2023, at 1:47 p.m., Resident 95's
COC dated 11/9/2023 at 7:17 a.m., was reviewed. The DON stated the COC indicated on 11/9/2023
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0580
Level of Harm - Actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
at 5 a.m., LVN 6 identified Resident 95's change of condition but the physician had not been notified of any
changes until after Resident 95 expired. The DON stated she expected LVN 6 to notify the physician, and
call 911, especially if Resident 95's COC was initially noticed by LVN 6 at 2 a.m., and if Resident 95 had not
been responding to treatment. The DON stated the delay in physician notification of both Resident 95's
elevated blood sugar levels and Resident 95's initial episode of respiratory distress could have contributed
to Resident 95's demise. The DON stated, If 911 was called sooner, it could have led to a better outcome
for the resident. The DON stated it was the expectation of all licensed nurses to notify the physician of COC
and to call 911 right away, especially if the care of a resident could not be managed at the facility.
During a review of the facility's P&P, titled, Change of Condition, dated 1/24/2017, the P&P indicated chest
congestion or shortness of breath was considered a change of condition, and all changes of condition
should be handled promptly, the physician shall be called promptly, and 911 should be called in cases of
emergency.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0582
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to provide the Notice of Medicare Non-Coverage (NOMNC,
notice indicating when Medicare [federal health insurance for people 65 or older, and some people under
65 with certain disabilities or conditions] covered services are ending) to the resident's Responsible Party
(RP) two days before their Medicare covered services ended for one of three sampled residents (Resident
27).
Residents Affected - Few
This failure had the potential to result in Resident 27's RP not having ample time to exercise their right to
file an appeal.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 27's admission Record (Face Sheet), the admission Record indicated Resident
27 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses included but not limited to dementia (a condition
characterized by progressive or persistent loss of intellectual functioning), type 2 diabetes mellitus
(condition that results in too much sugar circulating in the blood), and depression (mood disorder that
causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest in life).
During a review of Resident 27's Minimum Data Set (MDS, a standardized assessment and screening tool),
dated 10/19/2023, the MDS indicated Resident 27 was able to understand and be understood by others.
The MDS indicated Resident 27 cognition (process of thinking) was moderately impaired.
During a review of Resident 27's History and Physical (H&P), dated, 7/18/2023, the H&P indicated
Resident 27 was able to make decisions for activities of daily living.
During a review of Resident 27's NOMNC, undated, the NOMNC indicated Resident 27's coverage for his
current skilled nursing services ended on 8/24/2023.
During a review of Resident 27's Skilled Nursing Facility Advance Beneficiary Notice of Non-Coverage
(SNFABN), undated, the SNFABN indicated Resident 27 and their RP were notified on 8/23/2023 that
Resident 27's coverage was ending.
During an interview on 1/9/2024 at 11:11 a.m., with the Business Office Manager (BOM), the BOM stated
Resident 27's last date of Medicare Part A coverage was 8/24/2023 and the NOMNC should have been
provided to Resident 27 and their RP no later than 8/22/2023. The BOM stated Resident 27 and their RP
were notified on 8/23/2023, which meant they were notified late. The BOM stated the purpose of notifying
the resident and/or the RP two days prior to their last coverage date was to ensure they were given enough
notice and time to send a request to appeal.
During an interview on 1/9/2024 at 1:40 p.m., with the Administrator (ADM), the ADM stated the resident
and/or their RP should be provided the NOMNC no later than two days prior to their last coverage date to
give sufficient time to appeal and to decide whether the resident will remain in the facility.
During a review of the facility document titled, Form Instructions for the Notice of Medicare Non-Coverage
(NOMNC) CMS-10123, undated, the document indicated, The NOMNC must be delivered at least two
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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F 0582
calendar days before Medicare covered services end or the second to last day of service if care is not
being provided daily.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
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COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0656
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and
actions that can be measured.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to develop and implement an individualized care
plan with measurable objectives, timeframes, and interventions to improve, prevent and/or limit a decline in
joint (where two bones meet) range of motion (ROM, full movement potential of a joint) for one of seven
sampled residents (Resident 27) who was identified as having a decline in ROM to both arms.
This deficient practice had the potential to negatively affect the delivery of necessary care and services for
Resident 27 and lead to contracture (loss of motion of a joint associated with stiffness and joint deformity)
development and a decline in overall physical functioning such as the ability to move, eat and dress.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 27's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the facility admitted
Resident 27 on 7/17/2023 with diagnoses including osteoarthritis (loss of protective cartilage that cushions
the ends of your bones), muscle weakness, and neuropathy (nerve damage).
During a review of Resident 27's Minimum Data Set (MDS, an assessment and care-screening tool), dated
7/21/2023, the MDS indicated Resident 27 had moderate cognitive (ability to think, understand, learn, and
remember) impairment. The MDS indicated Resident 27 required extensive assistance for bed mobility and
eating and total assistance for transfers (moving from one surface to another), locomotion (ability to move
from one place to another) on and off the unit, dressing, personal hygiene, and toilet use. The MDS
indicated Resident 27 had no functional limitations in ROM in both arms (shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand) and
both legs (hip, knee, ankle, foot).
During a review of Resident 27's MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 27 required
substantial/maximal assistance for eating, oral hygiene, toilet hygiene, and bathing and total assistance in
dressing and personal hygiene. The MDS indicated Resident 27 had functional ROM limitations in both
arms (shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand) and both legs (hip, knee, ankle, foot).
During a review of Resident 27's care plans, the care plans did not indicate a care plan addressing the
resident's decline in ROM of both arms.
During a concurrent observation and interview with Resident 27 on 1/9/2024 at 9:52 a.m., in Resident 27's
room, Resident 27 was observed lying in bed with blankets covering the entire body. Resident 27 stated
she had pain all over her body and requested pain medication. Resident 27 stated she has had more pain
on the left side of the body for years and stated it was hard to move the left wrist and left shoulder. Resident
27 was unable to bring both arms overhead and was unable to make a full fist with both hands. Resident 27
stated she wished staff would assist with ROM exercises to both arms because they were painful and hard
to move on her own.
During a concurrent observation and interview with Resident 27 on 1/9/2023 at 2:20 p.m., in Resident 27's
room, Resident 27 was observed lying in bed with blankets covering the body. Resident 27 stated she felt
much better because she was in less pain and removed the blanket from the upper half of the body using
both arms. Resident 27 moved both arms to shoulder level and bent and straightened both elbows.
Resident 27 was able to make 90 (percent) % of a full fist with both hands, bent the left
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0656
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
wrist downwards, and had difficulty moving the left wrist upwards due to pain. Resident 27 stated she was
able to feed herself and wash her face once nursing assisted with set-up.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/10/2024 at 2:08 p.m., with the Minimum Data Set
Nurse (MDSN), Resident 27's MDS (dated 7/21/2023 and 10/19/2023), physician's orders, and care plan
were reviewed. The MDSN stated the MDS was a comprehensive (inclusive, including everything
necessary) assessment of a resident used to create individualized care plans. The MDSN confirmed
Resident 27 had a decline in ROM to both arms and both legs according to the MDS. The MDSN stated
Resident 27 was unable to demonstrate she was able to perform her activities of daily living (ADLs, basic
activities such as eating, dressing, and toileting) using her arms during the MDS assessment on
10/19/2023 primarily because she was uncooperative. The MDSN stated an Interdisciplinary Team (IDT)
meeting should have been initiated to ensure interventions were developed and implemented to address
the limitations once the decline in ROM of Resident 27's arms and legs were identified but was not done.
The MDSN stated Resident 27 should have been on therapy or RNA services to address the decline in
ROM of both arms identified in the MDS but was not. The MDSN confirmed RNA services were ordered for
PROM of both legs but was not ordered for the arms. The MDSN confirmed there were no interventions in
place to address the change in ROM or prevent a further decline in ROM of Resident 27's arms. The MSDN
stated Resident 27 was at risk for contractures because she did not get out of bed, required assistance with
ADLs, and needed a lot of encouragement to participate in everyday activities.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/10/2024 at 2:47 p.m., with the Director of
Rehabilitation (DOR) who was an Occupational Therapist (OT), Resident 27's OT notes, Rehabilitation
screens, joint mobility screen, and physician's orders were reviewed. The DOR stated she was unaware
nursing identified Resident 27 as having a decline in arm ROM in the MDS. The DOR stated the decline in
Resident 27's arm ROM should have been communicated to the rehab department in an IDT meeting but
was not. The DOR stated Resident 27 was at high risk for contracture development and a functional decline
because Resident 27 had a diagnosis of osteoarthritis, required assistance with mobility and ADLs, and
required encouragement to move on her own.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/11/2024 at 2:38 p.m., with the Director of Nursing
(DON), Resident 27's IDT notes, MDS assessments, care plan, and physician's orders were reviewed. The
DON confirmed Resident 27's had a decline in both arm ROM according to the MDS assessments. The
DON confirmed Resident 27 did not have a care plan, interventions, and any services in place to address
the decline in Resident 27's arm ROM. The DON stated residents with ROM impairments should be on
therapy or RNA services to prevent a decline in function. The DON stated an IDT meeting should have
been done, a care plan should have been created, and interventions should have been implemented once
Resident 27's arm ROM decline was identified on the MDS but was not. The DON stated Resident 27 was
at risk for contracture development and a functional decline because there were no interventions in place
improve or prevent a decline in Resident 17's arm ROM.
During a review of the facility's undated policy and procedure (P&P) titled, The Resident Care Plan, the
P&P indicated the objective of comprehensive care plans was to provide individualized nursing care and to
promote continuity of resident care. The P&P indicated the care plan was comprehensive in nature and
generally included: identification of medical, nursing, and psychosocial needs, measurable goals, staff
approaches to meet the goals, the discipline, or staff responsible for the interventions, and re-assessment
and change as needed to reflect the resident's current status.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0657
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed,
and revised by a team of health professionals.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to revise the resident-centered care plan (document that helps
nurses and other team care members organize aspect of resident care) for one of six sampled residents
(Resident 74) who had a change in her ability to carry out her activities of daily living (ADLs, term used to
collectively describe fundamental skills required to independently care for oneself, such as eating, bathing,
and mobility).
This failure had the potential to result in Resident 74's needs not be met due to the staff being unaware of
the required assistance needed.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 74's admission Record (Face Sheet), the admission Record indicated Resident
74 was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses
included but not limited to type 2 diabetes mellitus (condition that results in too much sugar circulating in
the blood), heart failure (a chronic condition in which the heart does not provide adequate blood flow to
meet the body's needs), and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD, a lung disease characterized
by long-term poor airflow).
During a review of Resident 74's History and Physical (H&P), dated 4/24/2023, the H&P indicated Resident
74 had the capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 74's Minimum Data Set (MDS, comprehensive resident assessment and care
screening tool), dated 12/14/2023, the MDS indicated Resident 74 was able to understand and be
understood by others. The MDS indicated Resident 74's cognition was intact (ability to think and reason).
The MDS indicated Resident 74 required moderate assistance with bed mobility, maximal assistance with
toileting, bathing, and dressing, and required setup or clean-up assistance with personal hygiene. The MDS
indicated Resident 74 had a fall with a major injury.
During a review of Resident 74's Care Plan, revised 4/5/2022, the Care Plan indicated Resident 74 had
self-care deficits with bed mobility that required extensive one-person assist, dressing that required total
one-person assist, toileting that required total one-person assist, personal hygiene that required extensive
one-person assist, and bathing that required total one-personal assist.
During an interview on 1/10/2024 at 12:16 p.m., with the MDS Nurse (MDSN), the MDSN stated she was
responsible for developing residents' care plans based on their MDS and to revise care plans if there were
any changes in the residents' condition. The MDSN stated based on Resident 74's most current MDS on
12/14/2023 the resident's care plan on self-care deficits with bed mobility, dressing, toileting, personal
hygiene, and bathing should have been revised to correctly portray her current status. The MDSN stated
the residents' care plans was a communication tool with the staff and without an updated care plan for
Resident 74, she potentially would not receive the proper care the required.
During an interview on 1/11/2024 at 10:24 a.m., with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated the
purpose of care plans was to direct the staff on how to care for the resident based on their needs and
goals. The DON stated care plans were revised if a resident had a change in condition, the interventions
were no longer appropriate, or new interventions needed to be added according to the
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0657
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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needs of the resident. The DON stated Resident 74 had changes in her ability to carry out her ADLs and
her care plan should have been updated to reflect those changes to ensure Resident 74 received the
proper care.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Resident Assessment, undated, the P&P
indicated, Care plans shall be updated more often, as the resident's condition or needs change.
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0658
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure Registered Nurse (RN) 3 received report (oral
communication between care providers to describe that status of the resident) for one of three sampled
residents (Resident 74) who was readmitted to the facility from the general acute care hospital (GACH).
Residents Affected - Few
This failure resulted in the nursing staff and physician being unaware of Resident 74's computed
tomography (CT, imaging that helps detect internal injuries and diseases) scan results that showed a
compression fracture (type of broken bone that can cause the vertebra [bone in the spine] to collapse) of
the second lumbar vertebrae (L2, bone in the lower end of the spinal column).
Findings:
During a review of Resident 74's admission Record (Face Sheet), the admission Record indicated Resident
74 was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that
included type 2 diabetes mellitus (condition that results in too much sugar circulating in the blood), heart
failure (a chronic condition in which the heart does not provide adequate blood flow to meet the body's
needs), and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD, a lung disease characterized by long-term poor
airflow).
During a review of Resident 74's History and Physical (H&P), dated 4/24/2023, the H&P indicated Resident
74 had the capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 74's Minimum Data Set (MDS, a standardized resident asssessment and care
screening tool) dated 12/14/2023, the MDS indicated Resident 74 was able to understand and be
understood by others. The MDS indicated Resident 82's cognition was intact (ability to think and reason).
The MDS indicated Resident 74 required moderate assistance with bed mobility, maximal assistance with
toileting, bathing, and dressing, and required setup or clean-up assistance with personal hygiene. The MDS
indicated Resident 74 had a fall with a major injury.
During a review of Resident 74's Change of Condition (COC), dated 11/6/2023, the COC indicated
Resident 74 returned to her room from the shower room and was being assisted to bed by the certified
nursing assistant (CNA). The COC indicated Resident 74 stood up to transfer to the bed, was unable to
reach for the bed handles, and fell and landed on her back. The COC indicated Physician 2 was informed
and orders for X-ray (imaging that creases pictures of the inside of the body) of the hip, spine, head, leg,
and pelvis were received. The COC indicated Resident 74 complained of lower back and left hip pain.
During a review of Resident 74's Radiology Results Report, dated 11/6/2023, the Radiology Results Report
indicated the X-ray result of the lumbar spine indicated a compression deformity at the L2 level, age
indeterminate (not exactly known).
During a review of Resident 74's Progress Notes, dated 11/6/2023 and timed at 1:48 p.m., the Progress
Note indicated Physician 2 was informed of Resident 74's X-ray results and Physician 2 ordered a CT scan
of the head and lumbar.
During a review of Resident 74's COC, dated 11/28/2023, the COC indicated Resident 74 complained of
lower back pain and another lumbar X-ray was done with result of a compression deformity at the L2
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0658
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
level, age determinate. The COC indicated Physician 2 was notified that Resident 74 had not received the
CT scan of the head and lumbar due to insurance. The COC indicated Physician 2 ordered for Resident
74's transfer to the GACH for CT scan of the head and lumbar.
During a review of Resident 74's GACH Radiology Report, dated 11/28/2023, the Radiology Report
indicated the report was faxed to the facility on [DATE]. The Radiology Report indicated the CT scan result
of the lumbar indicated an acute compression fracture of L2.
During a review of Resident 74's (Re)admission Assessment, dated 11/28/2023, the admission
Assessment indicated Resident 74 was transferred to the GACH for a CT scan of the head and lumbar and
was readmitted to the facility. The admission Assessment had no indication of report from the GACH being
provided to the admitting nurse from the facility and of the results of the CT scan.
During a review of Resident 74's COC, dated 12/12/2023, the COC indicated the lumbar CT scan results
were received from the GACH and Physician 2 was notified of the results. The COC indicated Physician 2
ordered for Resident 74 to see a neurosurgeon in one to six weeks for evaluation.
During an interview on 1/10/2024 at 8:59 a.m., with Registered Nurse (RN) 2, RN 2 stated she and the
other nurses were unaware of Resident 74's compression fracture until the facility received the results from
the GACH. RN 2 stated Resident 74 was transferred to the GACH on her shift and was readmitted to the
facility the following shift. RN 2 stated she had not received any report regarding Resident 74 while the
resident was at the GACH.
During an interview on 1/10/2024 at 3:46 p.m., with RN 3, RN 3 stated Resident 74 was transferred to the
GACH on 11/28/2023 for a CT scan and was readmitted to the facility that same night. RN 3 stated the
case manager from the GACH called her to inform her that Resident 74 would be returning to the facility,
and someone would give her report. RN 3 stated normally when a resident was readmitted to the facility
from the GACH, she would receive report prior to the resident's arrival. RN 3 stated she had not received
report and Resident 74 was brought back to the facility. RN 3 stated she was curious what the CT scan
results were, but she did not follow up with the GACH. RN 3 stated she could have called the GACH and
spoken to the physician. RN 3 stated receiving report when a resident was admitted to the facility from the
GACH was important in order to receive all the information that transpired at the GACH to care for the
resident and collaborate with the physician.
During an interview on 1/11/2024 at 10:28 a.m., with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated the
admitting nurse should receive report from the nurse at the GACH, especially if there were any abnormal
results. The DON stated receiving report when a resident was admitted was important to know how to take
care of the resident, if any precautions needed to be taken, to coordinate with other departments, in order
to form a plan to care for the resident properly.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Out-of-Facility Therapeutic Visit, undated,
the P&P indicated, The facility will follow up on the recommendation from the out-of-facility therapeutic visit,
if any.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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F 0675
Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure staff provided the necessary care and
services to two sampled residents (Resident 85 and 35) when:
Residents Affected - Few
1. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 2 failed to report Resident 85's change in condition to a licensed
nurse.
2. CNA 2 failed to properly reposition Resident 85 in bed.
3. Staff did not reposition Resident 35 and Resident 85 every 2 hours.
These deficient practices had the potential for Resident 85's health changes to become compromised and
go unnoticed, and had the potential to result in skin breakdown or compromised skin integrity for Resident
35 and Resident 83.
Findings:
1. During a review of Resident 85's admission Record, the admission record indicated Resident 85 was
originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including dysarthria (weakness in muscles used
for speech, which often causes slowed or slurred speech) and dementia (the loss of cognitive functioning,
thinking, remembering, and reasoning, to such an extent that it interferes with a person's daily life and
activities).
During a review of Resident 85's H&P dated 6/13/2023, the H&P indicated Resident 85 did not have the
capacity to understand and make decisions. The H&P indicated Resident 85 had a diagnosis of chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease ([COPD] group of chronic lung diseases that block airflow and make it
harder to breathe air out of the lungs).
During a review of Resident 85's MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 85's cognitive skills for
daily decision making was severely impaired. The MDS indicated Resident 85 was dependent on staff for all
ADLs. The MDS indicated Resident 85 had a diagnosis of hemiplegia (a condition caused by a brain injury,
that results in a varying degree of weakness, stiffness, and lack of control in one side of the body).
During a review of Resident 85's Care Plan for Skin, dated 5/16/2023, the care plan indicated Resident 85
was at risk for developing pressure ulcers and other skin breakdown related due to fragile skin, hemiplegia,
and immobility. The Care Plan indicated Resident 85's goal was to minimize the risk of skin breakdown and
pressure ulcer daily. The staff's interventions indicated to turn and position Resident 85 as needed when in
bed or wheelchair.
During a review of Resident 85's Care Plan for Respiratory System, dated 5/16/2023, the care plan
indicated Resident 85 was at risk for respiratory distress related to COPD. The care plan indicated Resident
85's goal was to not have unrecognized signs and symptoms of respiratory distress. The staff's
interventions indicated to assess Resident 85 for shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing, weakness and
to notify the physician promptly.
During an observation on 1/8/2024 at 10:19 a.m., in Resident 85's room, Resident 85 was observed
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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lying on his left side facing the wall.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During an observation 1/8/2024 at 12:44 p.m., in Resident 85's room, Resident 85 was observed lying on
his left side facing the wall.
Residents Affected - Few
During an observation on 1/9/2024 at 1:00 p.m., in Resident 85's room, Resident 85 was observed lying on
his left side facing the wall with no pillows between his legs.
During an observation on 1/9/2024 at 3:28 p.m., in Resident 85's room, Resident 85 was observed lying on
his left side facing the wall.
During an observation on 1/10/2024 at 7:44 a.m., in Resident 85's room, CNA 2 was observed at the
resident's bedside during breakfast. Resident 85 was making grunting noises when breathing.
During an observation on 1/10/2024 at 8:00 a.m., in Resident 85's room, Resident 85 was observed lying
on his back, his bilateral (both) lower extremities (BLE) were contracted (a fixed tightening or shorten of
muscle, tendons, ligaments, or skin) and tucked underneath him with no pillow between the legs. Resident
85 was making loud grunting noises when breathing.
During an interview on 1/10/2024 at 8:14 a.m. with the Infection Preventionist Nurse (IPN), in Resident 85's
room, the IPN stated Resident 85 should not have his legs in that position because it was uncomfortable
and would create more of a contracture to the legs or it would cause a fracture (break in the bone) to the
legs.
During an observation on 1/10/2024 at 8:20 a.m., in Resident 85's room, the IPN and CNA 2 attempted to
reposition Resident 85. Resident 85 could not straighten out his legs. CNA 2 kept pulling on Resident 85's
legs and placed a pillow under the resident's legs.
During an interview on 1/10/2024 at 8:29 a.m. with CNA 2, in Resident 85's room, CNA 2 stated she
positioned Resident 85 on his back with the resident's BLE tucked under him. CNA 2 stated that positioning
provided comfort to Resident 85. CNA 2 stated it was acceptable to place Resident 85 in that position
without any support for his BLE because it did not cause any pain or discomfort. CNA 2 stated Resident 85
made beathing noises when she was with him.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/10/2024 at 8:40 a.m. with the IPN, in Resident 85's
room, Resident 85 was grunting loudly and struggling to breath. The IPN stated she needed to check
Resident 85's oxygen saturation (percentage of oxygen circulating in the blood). The IPN stated Resident
85's oxygen saturation was 91 percent (%) (Normal Reference Range, 95% to 100%) and that she would
administer oxygen to Resident 85. The IPN stated CNA 2 should have realized that Resident 85 was having
trouble breathing and she should have notified a nurse. The IPN stated CNAs received in-service training to
look out for any changes in residents and to notify a licensed nurse.
During an interview on 1/10/2024 at 10:15 a.m. with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2, in Resident 85's
room, LVN 2 stated Resident 85 should be repositioned every 2 hours because the resident was bed
bound. LVN 2 stated Resident 85 must be repositioned every 2 hours because the resident developed
redness on his buttocks. LVN 2 stated Resident 85 would benefit from frequent position changes to relieve
skin pressure and promote circulation.
During an interview on 1/11/2024 at 8:25 a.m. with LVN 5, LVN 5 stated residents that were bed
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
bound must be repositioned every 2 hours or as needed. LVN 5 stated residents were repositioned to
prevent pressure on their skin. LVN 5 stated if residents were not repositioned it would increase the risk of
skin breakdown/wounds.
During an interview on 1/11/2024 at 11:02 a.m. with the DSD, the DSD stated CNAs were trained on what
to look out for in residents when there was a change of condition. The DSD stated CNAs were instructed to
observe residents for facial grimaces, body language, or anything out of the normal and report it to a nurse.
The DSD stated CNA 2 should have reported Resident 85 was making loud noises when breathing.
During an interview on 1/11/2024 at 12:29 p.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated CNAs
were trained to observe residents and trained to notify any change of conditions to the charge nurse. The
DON stated CNA 2 should have notified a licensed nurse that Resident 85's breathing was not normal.
2. During a review of Resident 35's admission Record, the admission record indicated Resident 35 was
originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including heart failure
(progressive heart disease that affects pumping action of the heart muscles) and peripheral vascular
disease ([PVD] a circulatory condition in which narrowed blood vessels reduce blood flow to the limbs).
During a review of Resident 35's History and Physical (H&P) dated 7/14/2023, the H&P indicated Resident
35 did not have the capacity to understand and make decisions. The H&P indicated Resident 35 had a
diagnosis of quadriplegia (paralysis [inability to move] that affects all the limbs and body from the neck
down).
During a review of Resident 35's Minimum Data Set (MDS, a standardized assessment and care planning
tool), dated 11/6/2023, the MDS indicated Resident 35's cognitive skills (mental action or process of
acquiring knowledge and understanding) for daily decision making was severely impaired. The MDS
indicated Resident 35's speech was unclear. The MDS indicated Resident 35 was dependent on staff for all
activities of daily living (ADLs, self-care activities performed daily such as dressing, personal hygiene,
grooming, and toilet use). The MDS indicated Resident 35 was at risk for a pressure ulcer/injury (injury to
the skin and underlying tissue due to prolonged pressure).
During a review of Resident 35's Care Plan for Skin, dated 8/30/2019, the care plan indicated Resident 35
was at risk for developing skin breakdown due to fragile skin, immobility, and history of skin alteration. The
Care Plan indicated Resident 35's goal was to minimize the risk of skin breakdown/ bruising/pressure ulcer
daily. The staff's interventions indicated to turn and position Resident 35 as needed when in bed or
wheelchair.
During an observation on 1/8/2024 at 12:19 p.m., in Resident 35's room, Resident 35 was observed lying
on his left side facing the door.
During an observation on 1/8/2024 at 2:56 p.m., in Resident 35's room, Resident 35 was lying observed on
his left side facing the door.
During an observation on 1/9/2024 at 9:36 a.m., in Resident 35's room, Resident 35 was observed lying on
his left side facing the door.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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F 0675
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During an observation on 1/9/2024 at 1:52 p.m., in Resident 35's room, Resident 35 was observed lying on
his left side facing the door.
During an observation on 1/9/2024 at 3:21 p.m., in Resident 35's room, Resident 35 was observed lying on
his left side facing the door.
Residents Affected - Few
During an interview on 1/11/2024 at 10:48 a.m. with the Director of Staff Development (DSD), the DSD
stated residents that had contractions, were weak and bedridden must get repositioned every 2 hours. The
DSD stated residents were repositioned to prevent skin breakdown. The DSD stated CNAs received
in-service training on repositioning residents and the CNAs should know that residents were to be
repositioned every 2 hours.
During an interview on 1/11/2024 at 12:17 p.m. with the DON, the DON stated bedridden resident should
be repositioned every 2 hours and as needed. The DON stated CNAs have been told to reposition residents
continuously throughout the day to prevent skin breakdown. The DON stated she expected all CNAs to
assist all bedridden residents with repositioning at least every 2 hours to relieve skin pressure. The DON
stated if residents did not get repositioned, they would be prone to skin breakdown and pain due to
discomfort.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Positioning/repositioning Residents,
undated, the P&P indicated a pillow must be placed under the resident's upper arm to support it. The P&P
indicated the upper leg must be bent, pillows must be placed under the thigh, calf, and foot for support.
During a review of the facility's P&P titled, Change of Condition, undated, the P&P indicated its purpose
was to ensure proper assessment and follow-through for any resident with a change condition. The P&P
indicated a change of condition was a sudden or marked difference in residents: Vital signs (Temperature,
pulse, heart rate, irregular pulse, shortness of breath). The P&P indicated all changes of condition in a
resident shall be handled promptly.
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0684
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. During a
review of Resident 74's admission Record, the record indicated the facility originally admitted Resident 74
on 3/24/2022 and re-admitted Resident 74 on 4/8/2022. Resident 74's admitting diagnoses included type 2
diabetes mellitus, stage 3 chronic kidney disease (mild to moderate damage of the kidneys, making them
less able to filter waste and fluid out of the blood), and a compression fracture (broken bone) of the lumbar
vertebra (spinal bone in the lower back), and anemia (low red blood cell count).
Residents Affected - Some
During a review of Resident 74's H&P, dated 4/25/2023, the H&P indicated Resident 74 had the capacity to
understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 74's active physician orders, the orders indicated staff were supposed to
administer a Lidocaine 5% patch to Resident 74's right lower back, once a day, for pain management,
starting on 11/25/2023.
During a review of Resident 74's care plans, the care plans indicated Resident 74 had a recent fracture.
The goals of the care indicated Resident 74's pain would be managed and kept within a tolerable level. The
staff's interventions indicated to administer pain medication as ordered by the physician.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/9/2024 at 9:04 a.m., LVN 4 administered two
medications to Resident 74. LVN 4 did not apply a Lidocaine 5% patch to Resident 74's right lower back.
During a review of Resident 74's MAR, for the month of November 2023, the MAR indicated licensed staff
documented Resident 74's Lidocaine 5% patch as administered on: 11/25/2023, 11/26/2023, 11/27/2023,
11/28/2023, 11/29/2023, and 11/20/2023. The MAR indicated a total of six administrations of Resident 74's
Lidocaine 5% patch for the month of 11/2023, by five different licensed nursing staff.
During a review of Resident 74's MAR, for the month of December 2023, the MAR indicated licensed staff
documented Resident 74's Lidocaine 5% patch as administered on: 12/1/2023, 12/2/2023, 12/3/2023,
12/4/2023, 12/5/2023, 12/6/2023, 12/7/2023, 12/8/2023, 12/9/2023, 12/10/2023, 12/11/2023, 12/12/2023,
12/13/2023, 12/14/2023, 12/17/2023, 12/20/2023, 12/21/2023, 12/22/2023, 12/23/2023, 12/24/2023,
12/26/2023, 12/27/2023, 12/28/2023, and 12/31/2023. The MAR indicated a total of 24 administrations of
Resident 74's Lidocaine 5% patch for the month of 12/2023, by seven different licensed nursing staff.
During a review of Resident 74's Medication Administration Record (MAR), for the month of January 2024,
the MAR indicated LVN 4 documented Resident 74's Lidocaine 5% patch as administered on 1/9/2024.
Further review of the MAR indicated other licensed staff documented the Lidocaine 5% patch as
administered on: 1/1/2024, 1/2/2024, 1/3/2024, 1/4/2024, 1/5/2024, and 1/7/2024. The MAR indicated a
total of 7 administrations of Resident 74's Lidocaine 5% patch for the month of 1/2024, by five different
licensed nursing staff.
During a concurrent observation and interview, on 1/9/2024 at 1:00 p.m., at Resident 74's bedside,
Resident 74 rolled into a left-facing position in her bed. No Lidocaine 5% patch was observed to Resident
74's right lower back or displaced in Resident 74's bed linens. Resident 74 stated she did not receive the
Lidocaine 5% patch that day and stated the patch had not been offered to her.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0684
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/9/2024 at 1:08 p.m., with LVN 5, LVN 5 opened the
medication cart and removed the current inventory of Resident 74's Lidocaine 5% patches. LVN 5 stated
the label affixed to the bag containing Resident 74's inventory of Lidocaine 5% patches was dated
11/24/2023 and indicated a total of 14 patches had been dispensed. LVN 5 stated there were two patches
remaining in Resident 74's inventory. LVN 5 stated no additional patches had been requested or dispensed
from the pharmacy.
During an interview on 1/9/2024 at 1:44 p.m., with facility's contracted pharmacy, the pharmacy staff stated
a total of 14 Lidocaine 5% patches had been dispensed to the facility on [DATE] for Resident 74. Pharmacy
staff stated no refills had been requested or delivered. The pharmacy staff stated that when a medication
was dispensed to the facility, the staff receiving the medication sign a receipt to confirm the medication was
received.
During a review of a document titled, Manifest: [Facility Name], dated 11/25/2023, the document indicated
LVN 6 signed the document on 11/25/2023 at 4:14 a.m., confirming receipt of 14 Lidocaine 5% patches for
Resident 74.
During a concurrent record review and interview on 1/11/2024 at 3:35 p.m., with the Director of Nursing
(DON), Resident 74's physician orders, MARs for 11/2023, 12/2023, 1/2024, and the Lidocaine 5% patch
delivery records from the contracted pharmacy were reviewed. The DON stated medications were
supposed to be administered as ordered by the physician. The DON stated only 14 Lidocaine 5% patches
had been delivered to the facility, and stated there were not enough patches delivered to account for the 37
administrations documented from 11/25/2023 to 1/9/2024. The DON stated the medications had not been
administered as ordered and stated that a resident's pain could go unaddressed if they did not receive their
pain medication as ordered.
During a review of the facility's P&P titled, Medication Administration - General Guidelines, dated 10/2017,
the P&P indicated:
a. Medications are administered in accordance with written orders of the attending physician.
b. The individual who administers the medication dose records the administration on the resident's MAR
directly after the medication is given.
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure quality of care was provided
for two of 23 sampled residents (Resident 74 and 297) when the following occurred:
1. Licensed staff failed to complete a 72-hour neurological check (a physical examination to identify signs of
disorders affecting your brain, spinal cord and nerves) as ordered by the physician and as indicated within
the facility's policy after Resident 297, who was admitted to the facility with a history of a fall which resulted
in a subdural hemorrhage (bleeding in the area between the brain and the skull), had another fall (in the
facility) with head trauma (physical injury).
2. Licensed staff documented thirty-seven (37) administrations of Lidocaine 5% patch (medicated patch
applied to the skin for pain management) for Resident 74, when only fourteen (14) patches had been
dispensed to the facility.
These deficient practices had the potential to result in a missed assessment that could have led to an
undetected, repeated subdural hemorrhage, which could have resulted in severe neurological
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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F 0684
(brain) impairment or death for Resident 297, and created the potential for Resident 74 to experience
avoidable harm from pain related to non-administered pain medication.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Cross Reference: F-tag 726, F-tag 759, and F-tag 760
Residents Affected - Some
Findings:
1. During a review of Resident 297's admission Record, the admission Record indicated Resident 297 was
admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included traumatic subdural hemorrhage, malignant
neoplasms (cancerous growths) of the lung, and history of falling.
During a review of Resident 297's History and Physical (H&P), dated 1/3/2024, the H&P indicated Resident
297 had the capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 297's care plan titled, Actual Fall, initiated 1/7/2024, the care plan indicated
Resident 297 had an actual fall related to balance deficit (difficulty), decreased strength and endurance (the
body's physical capability to sustain an exercise for an extended period), history of falls, and unsteady gait
(ability to walk). The staff's interventions were to conduct a neurological assessment for 72 hours.
During a review of Resident 297's Change of Condition (COC) Form, dated 1/7/2024, the COC form
indicated Resident 297 had an unwitnessed fall and staff found Resident 297 lying on his back. The note
indicated Resident 297 stated that he tried to get up to use the restroom . slipped, and fell to the floor,
hitting the posterior of his head.
During a review of Resident 297's Order Summary, dated 1/9/2024, the Order Summary had indicated the
facility was to perform a neurological check for 72 hours for an unwitnessed fall from 1/7/2024 to 1/10/2024.
During a concurrent review and interview, on 1/8/2024, at 3:58 p.m., with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
7, the 72 Hours Neuro- Check List, dated 1/7/2024 to 1/8/2024 was reviewed. LVN 7 verified the
neurological check list indicated the section where Resident 297's vital signs and neurological function
(blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiratory rate, level of consciousness, the left and right pupils, left
and right-hand grips) were to be documented had been left blank for the hours of 12:30 a.m., 4:30 a.m.,
8:30 a.m., and 12:30 p.m. on 1/8/2024. LVN 7 stated the form was incomplete, and it should have been
completed to indicate and ensure Resident 297's neurological function was intact. LVN 7 stated the
importance of completing the form and documenting in real time was to ensure no assessments were
missed and that Resident 297 did not experience signs of an internal brain bleed.
During a concurrent review and interview, on 1/8/2024, at 4:10 p.m., with the Infection Prevention Nurse
(IPN), the 72 Hours Neuro- Check List, dated 1/7/2024 to 1/8/2024 was reviewed. The IPN verified the
neurological check list indicated the section where Resident 297's vital signs and neurological function
were to be documented was left blank for the hours of 12:30 a.m., 4:30 a.m., 8:30 a.m., and 12:30 p.m. on
1/8/2024. The IPN stated the form should have been completed and that if vitals were not taken, there
would be a possibility the nurses would have missed an important change in Resident 297's condition, or a
neurological assessment that could have indicated an internal brain bleed.
During a concurrent review and interview, on 1/11/2024, at 1:47 p.m., with the Director of Nursing (DON),
the 72 Hours Neuro- Check List, dated 1/7/2024 to 1/8/2024, was reviewed. The DON verified
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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F 0684
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
the neurological check list indicated the section where Resident 297's vital signs and neurological function
were to be documented was left blank for the hours of 12:30 a.m., 4:30 a.m., 8:30 a.m., and 12:30 p.m. on
1/8/2024. The DON stated the sheet had not been complete and should have been complete so that the
nurses can properly assess the resident. The DON stated that there was a potential for the nurses to have
missed an assessment, like a spike in the resident's blood pressure, unrelieved pain, and signs of a
hemorrhage.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Incidents and Accidents (undated), the
P&P indicated the facility was to ensure vital signs are taken with neurocheck[s] on any head injury for 72
hours (use of Neurocheck form).
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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F 0686
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure precautions were
maintained to prevent the development of pressure ulcers (PU, an injury that breaks down the skin and
underlying tissue, caused when an area of skin is placed under prolonged pressure) for one of five sampled
residents (Resident 73) by failing to:
Residents Affected - Few
1. Ensure Resident 73's weight was accurately set on the low air loss mattress (LALM, a mattress designed
to distribute body weight over a broad surface area to help prevent skin breakdown).
These failures had the potential to result in the development of skin breakdown and/or pressure ulcers
which could result in complications associated with impaired skin integrity for Residents 73.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 73's admission record, the record indicated the facility originally admitted
Resident 73 on 7/29/2022 and re-admitted Resident 73 on 10/14/2023. Resident 73's admitting diagnoses
included abnormal posture, generalized muscle weakness, and lack of coordination.
During a review of Resident 73's progress note by Registered Nurse (RN) 1, dated 9/28/2023, the progress
note indicated New orders for low air loss mattress [LALM] for wound [management] and prevention per
[Medical Doctor] noted and carried out.
During a review of Resident 73's medical record titled Wound Risk Assessment, dated 10/14/2023, the
record indicated Resident 73 was at high risk for skin breakdown based on her medical conditions, and
indicated Resident 73 was willing to participate in the plan of care for wound management.
During a review of Resident 73's History and Physical (H&P), dated 11/2/2023, the H&P indicated Resident
73 did not have the capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 73's Minimum Data Set (MDS, a standardized assessment and care
screening/planning tool), dated 12/26/2023, the MDS indicated Resident 73 experienced cognitive
impairment (when a person has trouble remembering, learning new things, concentrating, or making
decisions that affect their everyday life). The MDS indicated Resident 73 required partial to moderate
assistance from staff when rolling from her back to a side-lying position in bed and was fully dependent on
staff assistance to transition from a sitting position to a lying position, and a lying position to a sitting
position. The MDS further indicated Resident 73 was at risk for developing PUs.
During a review of Resident 73's care plans, the care plans indicated Resident 73 was at risk for developing
PUs, and goals of care included reducing Resident 73's risk of experiencing skin breakdown/PUs through
appropriate interventions. Staff's interventions indicated to ensure skin treatments and management as
ordered.
During an observation, on 1/8/2023 at 10:34 a.m., at Resident 73's bedside, Resident 73 was observed
lying on a Proactive brand Protekt Aire 4000DX/5000DX Low air loss mattress (LALM). The weight settings
on the pump that inflated the LALM indicated the LALM was set for a resident that weighed 280 pounds
(lbs., a unit of measuring weight).
During an observation, on 1/10/2023 at 9:16 a.m., at Resident 73's bedside, Resident 73 was
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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F 0686
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
observed lying on a Proactive brand Protekt Aire 4000DX/5000DX LALM. The weight settings on the pump
that inflated the LALM indicated the LALM was set for a resident that weighed 280 lbs.
During a concurrent interview and record review, on 1/10/24 at 9:42 a.m., with Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 1, LVN 1 reviewed Resident 73's monthly weight measurements for 1/2024. LVN 1 stated Resident
73's records indicated Resident 73 weighed 141.0 lbs. on 1/2/2024. LVN 1 stated she was responsible for
adjusting the LALM settings. LVN 1 stated resident 73's LALM settings had not been changed within the
last few months.
During a concurrent observation and interview, on 1/10/2024 at 9:49 a.m., at Resident 73's bedside, with
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 1, LVN 1 observed the LALM Resident 73 was lying on. LVN 1 stated
Resident 73's LALM was set for a resident that weighed 280 lbs. LVN 1 stated the settings for Resident 73's
LALM were not correct. LVN 1 stated it was important to ensure the weight settings were correct to ensure
the pressure to Resident 73's skin was offloaded effectively. LVN 1 stated that incorrect settings increased
risk for the resident to develop a PU.
During an interview on 1/11/2024 at 1:09 p.m., with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated the air
in the LALM was used to relieve pressure on the skin. The DON stated LALMs were used for PU prevention
in residents who were at high risk for developing PUs. The DON stated it was important to ensure the
weight settings were correct to ensure accurate pressure in the mattress and stated facility staff were
supposed to use and operate the mattress according to the manufacturer's guidelines.
During a review of the facility policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Pressure Sore Management, undated, the
P&P indicated all available measures shall be taken to reduce skin breakdown and pressure [ulcers] and
that individual care plans for management of skin condition would be developed as indicated.
During a review of the facility document titled, Proactive Medical Products Operation Manual for Protekt
Aire 4000DX/5000DX, undated, the document indicated facility staff were supposed to press the up/down
buttons on panel to adjust the weight/pressure level to the patient's specific requirements.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0688
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM
and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide treatments and services to two of
seven sampled residents (Residents 27 and 82) to prevent and/or limit a decline in joint (where two bones
meet) range of motion (ROM, full movement potential of a joint) and mobility (ability to move) when the
facility failed to:
1. Provide ROM services for Resident 27 to improve or prevent a decline in both of Resident 27's arms.
2. Provide Restorative Nursing Aide (RNA, nursing aide program that helps residents maintain their function
and mobility) ambulation (walking) exercise five times a week as ordered for Resident 82.
These deficient practices had the potential to cause residents to have a decline in mobility (ability to move),
lead to contractures (loss of motion of a joint), and have a decline in physical functioning such as the ability
to eat, dress, and walk.
Findings:
1. During a review of Resident 27's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the facility admitted
Resident 27 on 7/17/2023 with diagnoses including osteoarthritis (loss of protective cartilage that cushions
the ends of your bones), muscle weakness, and neuropathy (nerve damage).
During a review of Resident 27's Occupational Therapy (OT, profession that provides services to increase
and/or maintain a person's capability to participate in everyday life activities) admission Rehabilitation
Screening, dated 7/18//2023, the OT admission rehabilitation screening indicated Resident 27 had
functional ROM limitations (limited ability to move a joint that interferes with daily functioning, including
activities of daily living, or places the resident at risk of injury) in both arms (shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand).
During a review of Resident 27's OT Joint Mobility Screening, dated 7/18/2023, the OT joint mobility
screening indicated Resident 27 had full ROM in both wrists, both hands, both elbows, and severe
(>50% loss) ROM limitations in both shoulders and recommended Resident 27 be evaluated by OT.
During a review of Resident 27's OT Evaluations and Plan of Treatment, dated 7/18/2023, the OT
evaluations and plan of treatment indicated Resident 27 had ROM impairments (state of being weakened
or damaged) in both shoulders and had decreased strength in both shoulders, both elbows, both wrists,
and both hands.
During a review of Resident 27's Minimum Data Set (MDS, an assessment and care-screening tool), dated
7/21/2023, the MDS indicated Resident 27 had moderate cognitive (ability to think, understand, learn, and
remember) impairment. The MDS indicated Resident 27 required extensive assistance for bed mobility and
eating and total assistance for transfers (moving from one surface to another), locomotion (ability to move
from one place to another) on and off the unit, dressing, personal hygiene, and toilet use. The MDS
indicated Resident 27 had no functional limitations in ROM in both arms (shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand) and
both legs (hip, knee, ankle, foot).
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0688
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
During a review of Resident 27's OT Discharge summary, dated [DATE], the OT discharge summary
indicated Resident 27 was discharged per case manager with no recommendation for RNA services
because Resident 27 was able to move both arms actively and independently.
During a review of Resident 27's Order Summary Report, the order summary report indicated for RNA to
perform passive ROM exercises (PROM, movement at a given joint with full assistance from another
person) to Resident 27's both legs.
During a review of Resident 27's MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 27 required
substantial/maximal assistance for eating, oral hygiene, toilet hygiene, and bathing and total assistance in
dressing and personal hygiene. The MDS indicated Resident 27 had functional ROM limitations in both
arms (shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand) and both legs (hip, knee, ankle, foot).
During a review of Resident 27's OT Rehabilitation Screen, dated 10/20/2023, the OT rehabilitation screen
indicated OT recommended an RNA program to prevent a decline in function.
During a review of Resident 27's Order Summary Report, the order summary report did not include an RNA
order for ROM to Resident 27's arms.
During a concurrent observation and interview with Resident 27 on 1/9/2024 at 9:52 a.m., in Resident 27's
room, Resident 27 was observed lying in bed with blankets covering the entire body. Resident 27 stated
she had pain all over her body and requested pain medication. Resident 27 stated she has had more pain
on the left side of the body for years and stated it was hard to move the left wrist and left shoulder. Resident
27 was unable to bring both arms overhead and was unable to make a full fist with both hands. Resident 27
stated she wished staff would assist with ROM exercises to both arms because they were painful and hard
to move on her own.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/9/2023 at 2:20 p.m., in Resident 27's room, Resident
27 was observed lying in bed with blankets covering the body. Resident 27 stated she felt much better
because she was in less pain and removed the blanket from the upper half of the body using both arms.
Resident 27 moved both arms to shoulder level and bent and straightened both elbows. Resident 27 was
able to make 90% of a full fist with both hands, bent the left wrist downwards, and had difficulty moving left
wrist upwards due to pain. Resident 27 stated she was able to feed herself and wash her face once nursing
assisted with set-up.
During an interview on 1/10/2024 at 10:02 a.m., Restorative Nursing Aide 1 (RNA 1) stated she provided
PROM exercises to Resident 27's legs and did not provide ROM exercises to the arms. RNA 1 stated
Resident 27 frequently asked RNA to assist with arm exercises, but RNA 1 was unable to because the RNA
order indicated to provide exercises to both legs only. RNA 1 stated she informed the Director of
Rehabilitation (DOR) and the Director of Nursing (DON) in a weekly meeting about Resident 27's request
for arm exercises, but the DOR stated Resident 27 did not need assistance with arm exercises. During a
follow up interview on 1/10/2024 at 2:45 p.m., RNA 1 stated she felt Resident 27 could benefit from RNA
services for arm exercises because Resident 27 frequently requested assistance with arm exercises and
had the potential to do more for herself if her arms were stronger and moved better.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/10/2024 at 2:08 p.m., with the MDS Nurse (MDSN),
Resident 27's MDS (dated 7/21/2023 and 10/19/2023), physician's orders, and care plan were reviewed.
The MDSN confirmed Resident 27 had a decline in ROM to both arms and both legs according to the MDS.
The MDSN stated Resident 27 was unable to demonstrate she was able to perform her activities of
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(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0688
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
daily living (ADLs, basic activities such as eating, dressing, and toileting) using her arms during the MDS
assessment on 10/19/2023 primarily because she was uncooperative. The MDSN stated an
Interdisciplinary Team (IDT, group of different disciplines working together for a common goal of a resident)
meeting should have been initiated to ensure interventions were developed and implemented to address
the limitations once the decline in ROM of Resident 27's arms and legs were identified but was not done.
The MDSN stated Resident 27 should have been on therapy or RNA services to address the decline in
ROM of both arms identified in the MDS but was not. The MDSN confirmed RNA services were ordered for
PROM of both legs but was not ordered for the arms. The MDSN confirmed there were no interventions in
place to address the change in ROM or prevent a further decline in ROM of Resident 27's arms. The MSDN
stated Resident 27 was at risk for contractures because she did not get out of bed, required assistance with
ADLs, and needed a lot of encouragement to participate in everyday activities.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/10/2024 at 2:47 p.m., with the Director of
Rehabilitation (DOR) who was an Occupational Therapist (OT), Resident 27's OT notes, Rehabilitation
screens, joint mobility screen, and physician's orders were reviewed. The DOR stated she did not write an
RNA order for arm exercises because Resident 27 was able to use both arms for ADLs during the
Rehabilitation Screening but required a lot of encouragement due to guarded and self-limiting behavior. The
DOR stated nursing and RNA reported Resident 27 had been increasingly asking for assistance for care
that required the use of the arms but felt that issue was more related to Resident 27's behavior rather than
physical abilities. The DOR stated she was unaware nursing identified Resident 27 as having a decline in
arm ROM in the MDS. The DOR stated the decline in Resident 27's arm ROM should have been
communicated to the rehab department in an IDT meeting but was not. The DOR stated RNA arm
exercises should have been ordered when nursing staff identified the functional decline in the MDS, at the
time of the Rehabilitation Screening since Resident 27 required encouragement to use both arms for ADLs,
and when Resident 27 requested arm exercises from RNA, but was not. The DOR stated Resident 27 was
at high risk for contracture development and a functional decline because Resident 27 had a diagnosis of
osteoarthritis, required assistance with mobility and ADLs, and required encouragement to move on her
own.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/11/2024 at 2:38 p.m., with the Director of Nursing
(DON), Resident 27's IDT notes, MDS assessments, care plan, and physician's orders were reviewed. The
DON confirmed Resident 27's had a decline in both arm ROM according to the MDS assessments. The
DON confirmed Resident 27 did not have a care plan, interventions, and any services in place to address
the decline in Resident 27's arm ROM. The DON stated residents with ROM impairments should be on
therapy or RNA services to prevent a decline in function. The DON stated an IDT meeting should have
been done, a care plan should have been created, and interventions should have been implemented once
Resident 27's arm ROM decline was identified on the MDS but was not. The DON stated Resident 27 was
at risk for contracture development and a functional decline because there were no interventions in place
improve or prevent a decline in Resident 17's arm ROM.
2. During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/11/2024 at 2:05 p.m., in Resident 82's room,
Resident 82 was observed sitting at the edge of the bed wearing a right leg prosthesis (artificial device
used to replace a missing or impaired part of the body). A cane (mobility device used for walking) and
wheelchair were observed next to the bed. Resident 82 stated he needed help putting on and taking off the
right leg prosthesis, was able to walk short distances with a cane, and used a wheelchair for mobility when
he got tired from walking.
During a review of Resident 82's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the facility
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(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0688
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
initially admitted Resident 82 on 5/2/2023 and re-admitted the resident on 6/12/2023 with diagnoses
including peripheral vascular disease (reduced circulation of blood to a body part due to a narrowed or
blocked blood vessel) and acquired absence of the right leg below the knee (amputation of the leg below
the level of the knee).
During a review of Resident 82's MDS dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 82 was cognitively intact.
The MDS indicated Resident 82 required supervision or touching assistance for eating, dressing, oral
hygiene, toileting hygiene, bathing, rolling, and transfers and partial/moderate assistance for walking ten
feet. The MDS indicated Resident 82 had functional limitations in ROM (limited ability to move a joint that
interferes with daily functioning, including activities of daily living, or places the resident at risk of injury) on
one leg (hip, knee, ankle, foot).
During a review of Resident 82's Order Summary Report, the order summary report indicated for RNA to
perform walking exercises with Resident 82 on an even surface using crutches (mobility device used to
provide support while walking), five times a week.
During a review of Resident 82's RNA flowsheets for December 2023, the RNA flowsheets indicated for the
RNA to perform walking exercises with Resident 82 on an even surface using crutches, five times a week.
The squares on the RNA flowsheet were blank on the following days: 12/8/2023, 12/11/2023, 12/14/2023,
12/18/2023, and 12/21/2023.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/11/2024 at 9:26 a.m., with the Director of Staff
Development (DSD), Resident 82's RNA December 2023 flowsheets and physician's orders were reviewed.
The DSD confirmed Resident 82 had physician orders for RNA to provide RNA services five times a week.
The DSD stated a blank square on the RNA flowsheet grid indicated the resident was not seen for RNA
treatment that day. The DSD confirmed Resident 82 missed five days of scheduled RNA services for the
month of December. The DSD stated Residents 82 did not receive RNA treatments as ordered by the
physician. The DSD stated it was important for RNA to provide services as prescribed by the physician
because missed treatments could place residents at risk for a functional decline.
During an interview on 1/11/2024 at 2:28 p.m., with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated the
purpose of the RNA program was to maintain a resident's current level of function. The DON stated missed
RNA treatments could potentially cause a resident to experience a decline in overall function, mobility, and
ADLs.
During a review of the facility's undated Policy and Procedure (P&/P), titled Restorative Nursing Program,
the P&P indicated the purpose of the RNA program was to maintain the resident's functional abilities and to
reduce further declines. The P&P indicated each resident would be given care to reduce the risk of
pressure sore (injuries to the skin and underlying tissue resulting from prolonged pressure on the skin)
formations, contractures, deformities (disfigured), and a decline in functional activities that include ROM
exercises, strengthening, and ambulation activities.
During a review of the facility's undated P&P, titled Joint Mobility Contracture Management Program, the
P&P indicated the purpose of the facility's Contracture Management Program was to reduce contractures in
the arms and legs and to promote function and skin integrity. The P&P indicated all resident's ROM was to
be assessed and reviewed quarterly by the nursing staff. Any ROM changes or concerns were to be noted,
therapy interventions for a ROM program would be recommended, appropriate physician's orders would be
obtained by nursing, a care plan would be developed, and the recommended ROM program would be
implemented.
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0689
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to
prevent accidents.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure fall precautions were maintained for two of five
sampled residents (Resident 22 and Resident 73) when the following occurred:
1. Resident 22 did not have fall mats placed at her bedside, and call light was not within her reach.
2. Resident 73 did not have a fall mat placed at her bedside.
These failures had the potential to cause avoidable harm to Resident 22 and Resident 73 related to repeat
falls and the potential injuries related to sustaining a fall.
Findings:
1. During a review of Resident 22's admission Record, the admission record indicated the facility originally
admitted Resident 22 on 12/5/2015 and re-admitted Resident 22 on 8/13/2021. Resident 22's admitting
diagnoses included osteoarthritis (wearing down of the protective tissue at the ends of bones that occurs
gradually and worsens over time), unspecified dementia (impaired ability to remember, think, or make
decisions that interferes with doing everyday activities), aphakia in both eyes (not having a lens inside the
eye, causing lack of focus and blurry vision), difficulty walking, and generalized muscle weakness.
During a review of Resident 22's History and Physical (H&P), dated 8/30/2023, the H&P indicated Resident
22 did not have the capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 22's Minimum Data Set (MDS, a standardized assessment and care
screening/planning tool), dated 12/14/2023, the MDS indicated Resident 22 experienced severe cognitive
impairment (when a person has trouble remembering, learning new things, concentrating, or making
decisions that affect their everyday life). The MDS indicated Resident 22 also exhibited inattention and
disorganized thinking. The MDS indicated Resident 22 required partial to moderate assistance from staff
when rolling in bed from her back to a side-lying position, transitioning from a sitting position to lying
position and vice versa, and transferring between surfaces (chair to bed and vice versa, on and off the
toilet, and in and out of the shower).
During a review of Resident 22's medical records, the records indicated Resident 22 sustained two falls in
the facility on 10/26/2021 and 2/26/2022.
During a review of Resident 22's medical record titled, Fall Risk Assessment, dated 12/14/2023, the record
indicated Resident 22 was high risk for falls. The record indicated staff were required to develop a care plan
to reduce falls and injuries.
During a review of Resident 22's care plans regarding falls, the care plans indicated Resident 22 was at risk
for falls and injury. The goals of care included a reduction of the risk for falls and injury daily. Staff's
interventions indicated to place floor mats at the bedside and keep the call light within easy reach.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0689
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
During a review of Resident 22's physician orders, dated 5/26/2023, the orders indicated staff were to place
floor mats at Resident 22's bedside to decrease potential injury.
During an observation on 1/8/2024 at 11:22 a.m., at Resident 22's bedside, Resident 22 was observed
lying at the foot-end of her bed, with a gap of two (2) feet between her head and the headboard. Resident
22's legs were dangling at the right edge of the bed. Resident 22's call light was at the head of the bed and
not within reach. No fall mats observed to either side of the bed.
During an observation on 1/11/2024 at 10:45 a.m., at Resident 22's bedside, Resident 22 was observed
lying in bed. Call light was not observed in Resident 22's bed or placed near Resident 22.
During a concurrent observation and interview, on 1/11/2024 at 10:53 a.m., at Resident 22's bedside, with
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2, LVN 2 stated Resident 22 had a history of falls and was high risk for
repeat falls. LVN 2 stated Resident 22 tended to get out of bed without assistance and required fall mats for
injury prevention. LVN 2 stated Resident 22's call light was on the floor behind Resident 22's bed, and out
of Resident 22's reach.
2. During a review of Resident 73's admission Record, the record indicated the facility originally admitted
Resident 73 on 7/29/2022 and re-admitted Resident 73 on 10/14/2023. Resident 73's admitting diagnoses
included left knee osteoarthritis, abnormal posture, generalized muscle weakness, and lack of coordination.
During a review of Resident 73's H&P, dated 11/2/2023, the H&P indicated Resident 73 did not have the
capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 73's MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 73 experienced cognitive
impairment. The MDS indicated Resident 73 required partial to moderate assistance from staff when rolling
from her back to a side-lying position in bed and was fully dependent on staff assistance to transition from a
sitting position to lying position, and a lying position to a sitting position. The MDS further indicated
Resident 73 required substantial to maximal assistance with performing hygiene activities, getting dressed,
and bathing.
During a review of Resident 73's medical records, the records indicated Resident 73 sustained a fall on
9/15/2023. Resident 73's radiology report, dated 9/15/2023, indicated Resident 73 sustained a proximal
right humerus fracture (broken arm bone) and swelling of the soft tissue (muscles, fat, blood vessels,
nerves, tendons, and tissues that surround the bones and joints). The records further indicated Resident 73
was hospitalized from [DATE] to 9/22/2023.
During a review of Resident 73's medical record titled, Fall Risk Assessment, dated 9/15/2023, the record
indicated Resident 73 sustained a change of condition and was high risk for falls. The record indicated staff
were required to develop a care plan to reduce falls and injuries.
During a review of Resident 73's care plans regarding falls, the care plans indicated Resident 73 was at risk
for falls and injury. The goals of care included a reduction of the risk for falls and injury daily.
During a review of Resident 73's physician orders, dated 10/14/2023, the orders indicated staff were
supposed to keep Resident 73's bed in a low position with a floor mat at the bedside to decrease potential
injury.
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No. 0938-0391
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0689
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During a concurrent observation and interview, on 1/8/2024 at 10:32 a.m., with Resident 73 at Resident
73's bedside, Resident 73 observed with a sling to her right arm. Resident 73 stated she had sustained a
fall in the facility. Resident 73 stated that following the fall, staff placed a fall mat at her bedside, and could
not state when the mat was removed. Resident 73 stated it had been gone a while. No fall mat observed at
Resident 73's bedside.
Residents Affected - Few
During an interview on 1/10/2024 at 11:01 a.m., with LVN 3, LVN 3 stated fall mats were for prevention of
injury related to falls. LVN 3 stated that if a resident has orders for fall mats, and they are indicated in the
care plan, and the floor mats should be at the resident's bedside. LVN 3 stated the facility had enough floor
mats to ensure that all residents who require them have them available. LVN 3 stated not having fall mats at
the bedside could increase the potential for injury if a resident sustained a fall. LVN 3 stated a resident
could fall and sustain a broken bone.
During an interview on 1/11/2024 at 1:13 p.m., with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated fall
precautions and interventions should be implemented when assessments indicate the resident is at risk for
falls. The DON stated the purpose of fall mats was to reduce injury if a resident were to fall. The DON also
stated the purpose of a call light was to allow residents to call for help when needed, and stated the call
light should always be within the resident's reach. The DON stated the call light should not be on the floor
behind the resident's bed. The DON stated that failure to implement the fall prevention interventions on a
resident's care plan, or as ordered, increased the risk for residents to sustain falls and injury.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Promoting Safety, Reducing Falls,
undated, the P&P indicated major risk factors for falls included a history of falls, and intrinsic factors such
as the age of a resident, vision losses, and medical conditions such as neurological deficits, and gait and
balance disturbances. The P&P further indicated that staff were supposed to keep call-lights within easy
reach of residents.
During a review of the facility's P&P titled, The Resident Care Plan, undated, the P&P indicated the nursing
care plan acts as a communication instrument between nurses and other disciplines. The P&P further
indicated the resident care plan shall be implemented for each resident and it is the responsibility of the
Licensed Nurse to ensure that the plan of care is initiated.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0695
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** The facility
failed to ensure the resident's nasal cannula (device used to deliver supplemental oxygen or increased
airflow through the nose) and the oxygen concentrator humidifier bottle (medical devise that increases the
humidity in the nostrils while using supplemental oxygen) were labeled with the date, time, and initials of
the nurse when initially used for Resident 10 and Resident 51.
Residents Affected - Few
This deficient practice had the potential to cause a negative respiratory outcome and increased the risk for
Resident 10 and Resident 51 to acquire a respiratory infection.
Findings:
1. During a review of Resident 10's admission Record (Face Sheet), the admission Record indicated
Resident 10 was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and was readmitted to the facility on [DATE], with
diagnoses that included but not limited to type 2 diabetes mellitus (condition that results in too much sugar
circulating in the blood), dementia (a condition characterized by progressive or persistent loss of intellectual
functioning), and metabolic encephalopathy (problem in the brain caused by chemical imbalances in the
blood).
During a review of Resident 10's Minimum Data Set (MDS, a standardized assessment and screening tool),
dated 10/19/2023, the MDS indicated Resident 10 was able to sometimes understand and sometimes be
understood by others. The MDS indicated Resident 10's cognition (process of thinking) was severely
impaired.
During a review of Resident 10's History and Physical (H&P), dated 3/13/2023, the H&P indicated Resident
10 did not have the capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 10's Order Summary Report, dated 1/7/2024, the Order Summary Report
indicated to administer oxygen at two (2) liters (unit of measurement) per minute (L/min) via nasal cannula,
may titrate (change rate) up to five L/min for oxygen saturation (amount of oxygen circulating in the blood,
normal value 95% to 100%) less than 95%. The Order Summary Report indicated to change the humidifier
and nasal cannula every Sunday during the night shift.
During an observation on 1/8/2024 at 9:15 a.m., in Resident 10's room, Resident 10 was receiving 2 L/min
of oxygen. Resident 10's oxygen concentrator humidifier bottle was dated, 1/8/2024, and the nasal cannula
tubing did not have a label.
During an observation on 1/9/2024 at 1:55 p.m., in Resident 10's room, Resident 10 was receiving 2 L/min
of oxygen. Resident 10's oxygen concentrator humidifier bottle was dated, 1/8/2024, and the nasal cannula
tubing did not have a label.
During an observation on 1/11/2024 at 7:43 a.m., in Resident 10's room, Resident 10 was receiving 2 L/min
of oxygen. Resident 10's oxygen concentrator humidifier bottle was dated, 1/8/2024, and the nasal cannula
tubing was dated, 1/10/2024.
During an interview on 1/11/2024 at 7:51 a.m., with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 3, LVN 3 stated the
nurses had to label the nasal cannula and humidifier bottle with the date and time it was opened. LVN 3
stated the nasal cannula and humidifier bottles were to be changed every week or as needed.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0695
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
LVN 3 stated dating these items ensured that they would not be used past the date because using the
nasal cannula and humidifier bottle longer than ordered could be an infection control issue. LVN 3 stated if
the nasal cannula and humidifier bottle were not dated, the staff would be unsure when they were opened
and should be thrown away. LVN 3 stated there was a potential for the nasal cannula and humidifier bottle
to be used longer than intended if they were not dated and that could lead to infection from growth of
bacteria that could enter through the nose and into the body.
During an interview on 1/11/2024 at 9:48 a.m., with the Infection Preventionist Nurse (IPN), the IPN stated
the nasal cannulas and humidifier bottles were changed weekly but could be changed more frequently. The
IPN stated the labels on the nasal cannula and humidifier bottle would notify the nurses if they were old and
if they needed to be changed. The IPN stated germs and bacteria could develop in the tubing over time and
if those germs and bacteria were to be administered to the resident, they could become sick.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/11/2024 at 12:02 p.m., with the Director of Nursing
(DON), the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Oxygen Administration, undated, was reviewed. The
P&P indicated, The date, time, and initials should be noted on oxygen equipment when it is initially used
and when changed. The DON stated the nasal cannula, humidifier bottle, and any other oxygen equipment
used for the residents must be labeled with the date, time, and initials when initially opened and changed.
The DON stated if the equipment were not labeled correctly, the nurse must remove them and change with
a brand-new set. The DON stated without the label, the equipment could be used for an unknown duration
of time and organisms could develop inside. The DON stated oxygen was administered directly into the
residents' nose and when they inhale, they could potentially inhale harmful organisms that could make
them sick.
2. During a review of Resident 51's admission Record, the admission record indicated Resident 51 was
originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses that included
pneumonia (lung inflammation caused by bacterial or viral infection, in which the air sacs fill with pus and
may become solid) and pulmonary hypertension (a condition that affects the blood vessels in the lungs
which develops when the blood pressure in your lungs is higher than normal).
During a review of Resident 51's Order Summary report, dated 8/27/2023, the Order Summary Report
indicated Resident 51 had an order for oxygen therapy at 2 L/min via nasal cannula.
During a review of Resident 51's H&P dated 8/28/2023, H&P indicated Resident 51 had the capacity to
understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 51's MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 51's cognitive skills for
daily decision making was severely impaired. The MDS indicated Resident 51 required substantial
assistance (staff does more than half the effort) for personal hygiene and toileting hygiene and required set
up assistance for eating.
During an observation on 1/8/2024 at 11:18 a.m., in Resident 51's room, Resident 51's nasal cannula was
not labeled with the date and time it was opened and did not have the initials of nurse that set up the
oxygen administration.
During an observation on 1/9/2024 at 8:08 a.m., in Resident 51's room, Resident 51's nasal cannula was
not labeled with the date and time it was opened and did not have the initials of nurse that set up the
oxygen administration.
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Department of Health & Human Services
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0695
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
During an observation on 1/10/2024 at 7:46 a.m., in Resident 51's room, the Resident 51's nasal cannula
was not labeled with the date and time it was opened and did not have the initials of nurse that set up the
oxygen administration.
During an observation on 1/11/2024 at 2:56 p.m., in Resident 51's room, Resident 51's nasal cannula was
not labeled with the date and time it was opened and did not have the initials of nurse that set up the
oxygen administration.
During an interview on 1/10/2024 at 10:15 a.m. with LVN 2, LVN 2 stated oxygen equipment must be dated
when it was opened. LVN 2 stated oxygen equipment was dated to prevent infections.
During an interview on 1/11/2024 at 11 a.m. with the Director of Staff Development (DSD), the DSD stated
nasal cannulas should be changed weekly. The DSD stated the nasal cannula must be labeled with the
date and the nurses' initials. The DSD stated it was important to date the nasal cannulas to know how old
the nasal cannula was and served as an infection control measure.
During an interview on 1/11/2024 at 12:03 p.m. with the DON, the DON stated the nasal cannula should be
changed every 7 days. The DON stated the nasal cannula must be labeled with the date and the time the
nasal cannula was opened and with the initials of the nurse that set up the oxygen administration. The DON
stated if a nurse noticed an undated nasal cannula, the nurse must get rid of it and place a new one
because there was no way of knowing how old the nasal cannula was. The DON stated it was important to
date the nasal cannula to prevent using an old nasal cannula because it had the potential to cause an
infection because it went directly into the resident's nose.
During a review of facility's P&P titled, Oxygen Administration, undated, the P&P indicated the date, time
and initials should be noted on oxygen equipment when it is initially used and when changed.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0698
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident who received dialysis (the process of
removing waste products and excess fluid from the body using a machine when the kidneys are not able to
do so) treatment was assessed before and after dialysis treatment and the assessment was documented in
the Dialysis Communication Records for one of one sampled resident (Resident 81).
Residents Affected - Few
This deficient practice had the potential for unidentified complications after dialysis treatment such as
swelling, pain, bleeding, and bruising.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 81's admission Record, the admission record indicated Resident 81 was
originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including
dependence on renal dialysis and end stage of renal disease (ESRD, a medical condition in which a
person's kidneys cease functioning on a permanent basis leading to the need for a regular course of
long-term dialysis or a kidney transplant to maintain life).
During a review of Resident 81's Minimum Data Set (MDS, a standardized assessment and care planning
tool), dated 10/25/2023, the MDS indicated Resident 81's cognitive skills (mental action or process of
acquiring knowledge and understanding) for daily decision making was intact. The MDS indicated Resident
81 required assistance with setup or cleanup for eating, and required supervision or touching assistance for
oral hygiene, toileting hygiene and personal hygiene. The MDS indicated Resident 81 had a diagnosis of
diabetes mellitus (a disease in which the body's ability to produce or respond to the hormone insulin is
impaired, resulting in abnormal metabolism of carbohydrates and elevated levels of glucose in the blood
and urine).
During a review of Resident 81's History and Physical (H&P) dated 12/15/2023, the H&P indicated
Resident 81 was not able to make his own decisions but was able to make needs known.
During a review of Resident 81's Order Summary Report dated 12/15/2023, the order summary report
indicated to monitor Resident 81's dialysis access site (right upper chest) for pain, itching, bleeding, and
swelling on every shift.
During a review of Resident 81's Dialysis Communication Records, for the months of December 2023 and
January 2024, indicated the pre-dialysis assessment and post dialysis assessment were inaccurately
performed or were not performed, under the following sections on the following dates:
On 12/18/2023 - The pre dialysis assessment and post dialysis assessment indicated Resident 81's graft
(access) site location was on the right forearm. The record indicated Resident 81 did not have a central line
and indicated Resident 81's access site was not checked for bleeding.
On 12/20/2023 - The pre dialysis assessment and post dialysis assessment indicated Resident 81's graft
site location was on the right forearm. The record indicated Resident 81's access site was not checked for
bleeding.
On 12/22/2023 - The pre dialysis assessment and post dialysis assessment indicated Resident 81's graft
site location was on the right forearm. The record indicated Resident 81 did not have a central
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Event ID:
Facility ID:
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No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0698
line.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
On 12/27/2023 - The pre dialysis assessment indicated Resident 81's graft site was on the right arm.
Residents Affected - Few
On 12/29/2023 - The pre dialysis assessment indicated Resident 81 did not have a central line. The post
dialysis assessment indicated the central line section was not addressed.
On 1/3/2024 - The record indicated Resident 81's access site was not checked for bleeding pre and post
dialysis treatment.
On 1/5/2024 - The pre dialysis assessment and post dialysis assessment indicated Resident 81's access
site was not assessed. The record indicated Resident 81's access site was not checked for bleeding post
dialysis treatment.
On 1/10/2024 - The pre dialysis assessment and post dialysis assessment indicated Resident 81's access
site location was on the right forearm. In the pre dialysis assessment and post dialysis assessment the
access site was not assessed. The record indicated Resident 81's access site was not checked for bleeding
pre and post dialysis treatment.
During an interview on 1/8/2024 at 2:33 p.m. with Resident 81, in Resident 81's room, the Resident 81
stated he received dialysis treatment through his right perma catheter (a flexible tube placed into the blood
vessel in your neck or upper chest and is threaded to the right side of the heart). Resident 81 stated he
used to get dialysis treatment to his right arm but it was not working. Resident 81 stated he had to keep
reminding the nurses that his dialysis treatment was done through his chest and not his arm.
During an interview on 1/11/2024 at 4:02 p.m. with Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated she
expected nursing staff to assess residents before they leave for dialysis treatment. The DON stated she
expected nurses to take the residents vital signs, and assess the dialysis access site for bleeding, redness
and pain before the residents leave to dialysis treatment. The DON stated she expected nurses to assess
the residents when they returned from dialysis treatment. The DON stated nurses must assess the
resident's cognitive status, assess the access site for bleeding, redness, and pain, and check for a bruit (an
audible vascular sound associated with turbulent blood flow) and thrill (an abnormal vibration that is felt on
the skin overlying a loud cardiac murmur or an arteriovenous fistula) if applicable. The DON stated she
expected nurses to completely fill out the dialysis communication record. The DON stated assessing
residents pre and post dialysis was a preventive measure and it must be done.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Care of Resident Receiving Renal
Dialysis, undated, the P&P indicated a Dialysis Communication record must be completed during dialysis
days. The P&P indicated to send the form with the resident to dialysis and complete the post dialysis
section when the resident returns from dialysis. The P&P indicated a complete pre-dialysis assessment
includes cognitive status, vital signs, access site (central line, shunt, graft site), document presence or
absence of bruit and/or thrill, bleeding at site, and breathing patterns/breathing sounds.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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F 0726
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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.
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to perform a competency assessment
for Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 4 upon hire as per the facility's policy and procedure (P&P), which
resulted in LVN 4 failing to competently administer medications and supplements as ordered by the
physician for three out of five sampled residents (Resident 81, 74, and 7), including one significant
medication administration error, during the medication administration observations.
This deficient practice had the potential to place Resident 81, 74, and 7, and other residents at risk for
harm related to improper administration of medication, and delays in provision of care related to missed
administrations of ordered medications and supplements.
Cross Reference: F-tag 726, F-tag 760, and F-tag 684
Findings:
1. During a review of Resident 81's admission Record, the record indicated the facility originally admitted
Resident 81 on 7/29/2022 and re-admitted Resident 81 on 12/15/2023. Resident 81's admitting diagnoses
included end stage renal disease (a medical condition in which a person's kidneys cease functioning on a
permanent basis), dependence on renal dialysis (a treatment for people whose kidneys are failing), type 2
diabetes mellitus (DM, a chronic condition that affects the way the body processes blood sugar), and
hyperlipidemia (a condition in which there are high levels of fat particles in the blood, creating risk of heart
attack and stroke).
During a review of Resident 81's History and Physical (H&P), dated 12/15/2023, the H&P indicated
Resident 81 did not have the capacity to make his own decisions.
During a review of Resident 81's Physician Orders, dated 12/15/2023, the orders indicated staff were to
administer a total of seven (7) medications and four (4) supplements at 9:00 a.m. on 1/9/2024.
During an interview on 1/9/2024 at 8:20 a.m., with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 4, LVN 4 stated she
was preparing to administer medications for Resident 81 and had not administered any medications yet.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/9/2024 at 8:34 a.m., outside of Resident 81's room,
LVN 4 confirmed a total of three (3) medications were being administered to Resident 81. LVN 4 did not
prepare any supplements for administration. LVN 4 then entered Resident 81's room and Resident 81 took
all three (3) medications with water. The three medications administered were Labetalol HCl (used to treat
high blood pressure), Amlodipine besylate (used to treat high blood pressure), and hydralazine HCl (used
to treat high blood pressure). LVN 4 did not offer or administer any further medications or supplements to
Resident 81.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/9/2024 at 8:41 a.m., outside of Resident 81's room,
with LVN 4, LVN 4 prepared one (1) injection of Lantus (insulin glargine, a medication for controlling blood
sugar levels) for Resident 81 and confirmed a total of one (1) medication was to be administered. LVN 4 did
not prepare any supplements for administration. LVN 4 then entered Resident 81's room and Resident 81
refused the insulin glargine administration. LVN 4 exited the room with the one (1) unadministered
medication and returned the medication to the medication cart. LVN 4 did not
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Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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offer or administer any further medications or supplements to Resident 81.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During a review of Resident 81's Medication Administration Record (MAR), for the month of January 2024,
the MAR indicated LVN 4 documented she had administered six (6) medications and four (4) supplements
scheduled for the 9 a.m. administration. There were four (4) medications and four (4) supplements
documented as administered by LVN 4 that were not observed as administered. Hydralazine HCl was
administered at 8:34 a.m. by LVN 4 was not documented on the MAR. The MAR further indicated the
Hydralazine HCl was supposed to be given at 6 a.m.
Residents Affected - Few
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/10/2024 at 10:30 a.m., with LVN 5, Resident 81's
progress notes and MAR for the month of January 2024 was reviewed. LVN 5 stated there was no
documentation of Hydralazine HCl administration on 1/9/2024 at 8:34 a.m. by LVN 4 on Resident 81's MAR
or in Resident 81's progress notes. LVN 5 stated Resident 81 received another dose of Hydralazine HCl on
1/9/24 at 2 p.m. LVN 5 stated that if multiple doses of a blood pressure medication were administered too
close together, there was potential for the resident to experience hypotension (low blood pressure) and
potential changes in their level of consciousness (a medical term used to describe how awake, alert, and
aware someone is). LVN 5 stated nursing staff were to call the doctor and document if they were
administering a medication outside of the scheduled administration time.
During an interview on 1/10/2024 at 3:35 p.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated
medications were required to be administered as ordered by the physician. The DON stated staff have one
hour before and one hour after the scheduled administration time to administer the medication. The DON
stated if a medication is administered outside of the permitted timeframe, the physician needs to be
contacted to ensure that it is safe to proceed with the next scheduled dose. The DON also stated the
administration should be documented on the progress note.
2. During a review of Resident 74's admission Record, the admission record indicated the facility originally
admitted Resident 74 on 3/24/2022 and re-admitted Resident 74 on 4/8/2022. Resident 74's admitting
diagnoses included type 2 diabetes mellitus, stage 3 chronic kidney disease (mild to moderate damage of
the kidneys, making them less able to filter waste and fluid out of the blood), and a compression fracture
(broken bone) of the lumbar vertebra (spinal bone in the lower back), and anemia (low red blood cell count).
During a review of Resident 74's H&P, dated 4/25/2023, the H&P indicated Resident 74 had the capacity to
understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 74's current Physician Orders, the orders indicated staff were to administer a
total of nine (9) medications and one supplement at 9 a.m. on 1/9/2024.
During an interview on 1/9/2024 at 8:59 a.m., with LVN 4, LVN 4 stated she was preparing to administer
medications for Resident 74.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/9/2024 at 9:02 a.m., inside Resident 74's room, LVN 4
checked Resident 74's blood sugar. LVN 4 stated Resident 74's blood sugar was 110. No medications or
supplements were administered.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/9/2024 at 9:04 a.m., outside of Resident 74's room,
LVN 4 stated a total of two (2) medications were being administered to Resident 74 and restated that
Resident 74's blood sugar was 110. LVN 4 did not prepare any supplements for administration.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
LVN 4 then entered Resident 74's room and Resident 74 took one medication with water while LVN 4
administered Lantus into Resident 74's left lower abdomen by injection. LVN 4 did not offer or administer
any further medications or supplements to Resident 74.
During a review of Resident 74's Medication Administration Record (MAR), for the month of January 2024,
the MAR indicated LVN 4 documented she administered nine (9) medications and one supplement
scheduled for the 9 a.m. administration. There were seven (7) medications and one supplement
documented as administered by LVN 4 that were not observed as administered. The MAR further indicated
the Lantus was not supposed to be administered if Resident 74's blood sugar was less than 120, and
further indicated LVN 4 documented a blood sugar of 110 and administered the Lantus.
During a concurrent interview and record review, on 1/09/2024 at 9:33 a.m., with LVN 4, Resident 74's MAR
and physician orders were reviewed. LVN 4 stated the physician order was to not administer the Lantus
injection if Resident 74's blood sugar was less than 120. LVN 4 stated she misread the physician order. LVN
4 stated the blood glucose was 110 and the Lantus was administered. LVN 4 stated administration of
Lantus put Resident 74 at risk for hypoglycemia and could cause harm to the resident.
During a review of Resident 74's care plan dated 1/9/2024, the care plan indicated Resident 74 was at risk
for an adverse reaction or change in condition due to the incorrect Lantus administration.
3. During a review of Resident 7's admission Record, the record indicated the facility originally admitted
Resident 7 on 9/24/2014 and re-admitted Resident 7 on 7/7/2019. Resident 7's admitting diagnoses
included spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal that can put pressure on the spinal cord and the
nerves within the spine), right shoulder contracture (shortening and hardening of muscles, tendons, or
other tissue, often leading to deformity and rigidity of joints), and cognitive communication deficit.
During a review of Resident 7's H&P, dated 11/24/2021, the H&P indicated Resident 7 did not have the
capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 7's current Physician Orders, the orders indicated staff were to administer a
total of eleven (11) medications and two supplements at 9 a.m. on 1/9/2024.
During an interview on 1/9/2024 at 9:14 a.m., with LVN 4, outside of Resident 7's room, LVN 4 stated she
was preparing to administer medications for Resident 7.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/9/2024 at 9:21 a.m., outside of Resident 7's room, LVN
4 stated a total of seven (7) medications were being administered to Resident 7. LVN 4 did not prepare any
supplements for administration. LVN 4 then entered Resident 7's room and Resident 7 took six (6)
medications with water, and LVN 4 administered one (1) medication to Resident 7's eyes. LVN 4 did not
offer or administer any further medications or supplements to Resident 7.
During a review of Resident 7's MAR, for the month of January 2024, the MAR indicated a total of eleven
(11) medications and two supplements were scheduled for 9 a.m. administration. The MAR indicated LVN 4
documented she had administered eleven (11) medications and two supplements scheduled for 9 a.m.
administration. There were four (4) medications and two supplements documented on the MAR as
administered by LVN 4 that were not observed as administered.
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STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/11/2024 at 3:54 p.m., with the DON, LVN 4's
employee file was reviewed. The DON stated the facility policy was to ensure that a competency
assessment was completed for licensed nurses upon hire, stating the facility practice was to have an
experienced licensed nurse follow and observe the new licensed nursing staff to assess competency. The
DON stated a competency assessment was not completed for LVN 4, and stated there was no
documentation in her employee file to indicate an assessment had been done. The DON stated it was not
safe for LVN 4 to administer medication to facility residents without the required competencies, and stated it
was not correct nursing practice for LVN 4 to document medications or supplements as administered if they
were not administered.
During a review of the facility's undated, policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Competency Assessment, the
P&P indicated Employees will be assessed for competency upon hire and annually.
During a review of the facility document, titled Job Description, Job Title: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN),
dated 8/2011, the document indicated essential duties and responsibilities included:
a. Preparing and passing medication as indicated and administering medications according to policy and
procedure.
b. Contacting the attending physician for required orders as needed.
c. Ensuring medications are documented in a timely fashion and in accordance with company policies and
procedures.
d. Assuring that documentation is accurate.
During a review of the facility P&P titled, Medication Administration - General Guidelines, dated 10/2017,
the P&P indicated:
a. Medications are administered in accordance with written orders of the attending physician.
b. Medications are administered within 60 minutes of the scheduled time (1 hour before and 1 hour after).
c. Unless otherwise specified by the prescriber, routine medications are administered according to the
established medication administration schedule for the facility.
d. The individual who administers the medication dose records the administration on the resident's MAR
directly after the medication is given.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0755
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a
licensed pharmacist.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to follow their policy and procedure (P&P) for medication
administration for six out of 10 sampled residents (Resident 28, 35, 51, 68, 81, 82) when:
1. Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 4 did not administer the routine 9:00 a.m. dose of medication to
Resident 28, 35, 68, 81, and 82 on [DATE].
2. Resident 28, 35, and 81 was administered Tenormin, Diltiazem, Amlodipine, Labetalol, and Hydralazine
(medications used to treat high blood pressure) despite meeting the hold parameters (when a medication is
not administered based on a specific condition) for having a heart rate lower than 60.
3. Resident 51 was administered Midodrine (medication used to treat low blood pressure) despite meeting
the hold parameters for having a systolic blood pressure (SBP, the maximum blood pressure during
contraction of the ventricles [the two lower chambers of the heart responsible for pumping blood out of the
heart]) more than 110.
These deficient practices caused Resident's 28, 35, 68, 81, and 82 to have an interruption with their
medication therapy, and exposed Resident's 28, 35, 51, and 81 to a potential adverse effect to their
medications.
Findings:
1. During a review of Resident 28's admission Record, the admission record indicated Resident 28 was
originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses that included heart
failure (progressive heart disease that affects pumping action of the heart muscles) and kidney failure
(occurs when kidneys become unable to filter waste products from the blood, kidneys lose their filtering
ability).
During a review of Resident 28's History and Physical (H&P) dated [DATE], the H&P indicated Resident 28
did not have the capacity to understand and make decisions. The H&P indicated Resident 28 had a
diagnosis of Non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction ([NSTEMI] is a type of heart attack that usually
happens when your heart's need for oxygen can't be met).
During a review of Resident 28's Minimum Data Set (MDS, a standardized assessment and care planning
tool), dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 28's cognitive skills (mental action or process of acquiring
knowledge and understanding) for daily decision making was severely impaired. The MDS indicated
Resident 28 required substantial/maximal assistance from staff for all activities of daily living (ADLs,
activities performed daily such as personal hygiene, grooming, dressing, and toileting).
During a review of Resident 28's Order Summary Report, the order summary report indicated Resident 28
was to receive:
1. Aspirin 81 milligrams (mg, unit of measurement), by mouth, one time a day, for cerebral vascular disease
([CVA] an interruption in the flow of blood to cells in the brain, when cells in the brain are deprived of
oxygen, they die) prophylaxis (to prevent).
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(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
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A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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2. Colace 100 mg, by mouth, one time a day, for stool softener.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
3. Hydroxychloroquine sulfate 200 mg, by mouth, 2 times a day, for rheumatoid arthritis (body's immune
system attacks its own tissue, affects joint linings, causing painful swelling).
Residents Affected - Some
4. Lasix tablet 20 mg, 1 tablet a day, by mouth, for congestive heart failure (CHF, chronic condition in which
the heart doesn't pump blood as well as it should).
5. Tenormin 50 mg, give 1 tablet, by mouth, one time a day, for high blood pressure, hold medication if SBP
was less than 110, and to hold if heart rate was less than 60.
6. Uloric 80 mg, by mouth, one time a day, for gout (form of arthritis characterized by severe pain, redness,
and tenderness in joints).
7. Cranberry 2 capsules 425 mg, by mouth, two times a day, for urinary tract infection (UTI, infection of the
bladder) prophylaxis.
8. Potassium chloride 10 Milliequivalent per liter (MEQ) by mouth, one time a day, for supplement.
9. [NAME]-vita tablet, by mouth, one time a day, for renal (kidney) supplement.
During a review of Resident 28's Medication Administration Record (MAR), for the month of [DATE], the
MAR indicated on [DATE], Resident 28 received Tenormin however the resident's heart rate was 58.
During a review of Resident 28's MAR, for the month of [DATE], the MAR indicated on [DATE], Resident 28
did not receive his 9:00 a.m. dose of Aspirin 81 mg, Colace 100 mg, Lasix 20 mg, potassium chloride 10
MEQ, Rena Vite tablet, Tenormin 50 mg, uloric 80 mg, cranberry capsule 425 mg and hydroxychloroquine
sulfate 200 mg.
2. During a review of Resident 35's admission Record, the admission record indicated Resident 35 was
originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses that included of heart
failure and peripheral vascular disease ([PVD] a circulatory condition in which narrowed blood vessels
reduce blood flow to the limbs).
During a review of Resident 35's H&P dated [DATE], the H&P indicated Resident 35 did not have the
capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 35's MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 35's cognitive skills daily
decision making was severely impaired. The MDS indicated Resident 35 was dependent on staff for all
ADLs. The MDS indicated Resident 35's speech was unclear. The MDs indicated Resident 35 had a
diagnosis of PVD.
During a review of Resident 35's Order Summary Report, the order summary report indicated Resident 35
was to receive:
1. Aspirin 81 oral tablet chewable, give 1 tablet, via G-tube, one time a day, for CVA prophylaxis.
2. Cholecalciferol 25 micrograms (mcg, unit of measurement), give via gastrostomy tube (G-tube, tube
surgically inserted into the stomach for nutrition, hydration, and medications), in the morning,
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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F 0755
for supplement.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
3. Colace 100 mg, via G-tube, for stool softener.
4. Cranberry tablet 450 mg, give 1 tablet, via G-tube, for UTI prophylaxis.
Residents Affected - Some
5. Cyanocobalamin tablet 10000 mcg, 1 time a day, for supplement.
6. Multivitamins with mineral, 1 tablet, via G-tube, one time a day, for supplement.
7. Vitamin C tablet 500 mg, give 1 tablet, via G-tube, one time a day, for supplement.
8. Apixaban tablet 2.5 mg, give one tablet, via G-tube, two times a day, for PVD.
9. Diltiazem 30 mg, one tablet, via G-tube, every 8 hours, for high blood pressure, hold if SBP was less than
105 and hold if heart rate was less than 65.
During a review of Resident 35's MAR, for the month of [DATE], the MAR indicated on [DATE], Resident 35
did not receive his 9:00 a.m. dose of Aspirin 81 mg, Colace 100 mg, cholecalciferol 25 mcg, cranberry 450
mg, cyanocobalamin 1000 mcg, multivitamin, vitamin C 500 mg, and Apixaban 2.5 mg.
During a review of Resident 35's MAR, for the month of [DATE], the MAR indicated Resident 35's heart rate
was the following on the following dates and times:
On [DATE] at 2 p.m., Resident 35's heart rate was 62.
On [DATE] at 2 p.m., Resident 35's heart rate was 63.
On [DATE] at 10 p.m., Resident 35's heart rate was 60.
On [DATE] at 10 p.m., Resident 35's heart rate was 63.
According to the MAR, Resident 35's heart rate met the hold parameters however Diltiazem was given.
3. During a review of Resident 51's admission Record, the admission record indicated Resident 51 was
originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that
included pneumonia (lung inflammation caused by bacterial or viral infection, in which the air sacs fill with
pus and may become solid) and pulmonary hypertension (a condition that affects the blood vessels in the
lungs which develops when the blood pressure in your lungs is higher than normal).
During a review of Resident 51's H&P dated [DATE], H&P indicated Resident 51 had the capacity to
understand and make decisions. The H&P indicated Resident 51 had a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis
(body's immune system attacks its own tissue, affects joint linings, causing painful swelling).
During a review of Resident 51's MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 51's cognitive skills for
daily decision making was severely impaired. The MDS indicated Resident 51 required substantial
assistance with personal hygiene and toileting hygiene and required set up assistance for eating.
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01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0755
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
The MDS indicated Resident 51 had a diagnosis of coronary artery disease (CAD, artery disease that is
caused by plaque buildup in the wall of the arteries that supply blood to the heart, causes coronary arteries
to narrow, limiting blood flow to the heart).
During a review of Resident 51's Order Summary report, dated [DATE], the Order Summary Report
indicated to administer Midodrine 10 mg, give 1 tablet, by mouth, two times a day for low blood pressure,
hold if SBP more than 110.
During a review of Resident 51's MAR, for the month of [DATE], the MAR indicated the following:
On [DATE] at 5:00 p.m., Resident 51's SBP was 137.
On [DATE] at 9:00 a.m., Resident 51's SBP was 116.
On [DATE] at 9:00 a.m., Resident 51's SBP was 115.
The MAR indicated Resident 51's SBP met the hold parameters however Midodrine was administered.
During a concurrent interview and record review on [DATE] at 2:21 p.m. with the MDS Nurse (MDSN),
Resident 51's MAR, for the month of [DATE] was reviewed. The MAR indicated on [DATE], for the 9:00 a.m.
administration time, Resident 51's SBP was 116. Resident 51's SBP met the hold parameters however
Midodrine was administered. The MDSN stated she should not have administered Midodrine medication to
Resident 51 because the resident's SBP was higher than 110. The MDSN stated she did not know why she
gave the medication to Resident 51. The MDSN stated it was important to follow the medication parameters
to prevent a negative outcome for residents.
4. During a review of Resident 68's admission Record, the admission record indicated Resident 68 was
originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included cardiomyopathy (acquired or
hereditary disease of heart muscle, this condition makes it hard for the heart to deliver blood to the body
and can lead to heart failure) and atherosclerosis of aorta (a material called plaque [fat and calcium] built
up in the inside wall of a large blood vessel [aorta]).
During a review of Resident 68's H&P dated [DATE], the H&P indicated Resident 68 did not have the
capacity to understand and make decisions. The H&P indicated Resident 68 had a diagnosis of
hypertension (high blood pressure).
During a review of Resident 68's MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 68's cognitive skills for
daily decision making was severely impaired. The MDS indicated Resident 68 required substantial
assistance for all ADLS. The MDS indicated Resident 68 had a diagnosis of dementia (the loss of cognitive
functioning, thinking, remembering, and reasoning, to such an extent that it interferes with a person's daily
life and activities).
During a review of Resident 68's Order Summary Report, the order summary report indicated Resident 68
was to receive:
1. Aspirin 81 mg, give 1 tablet by mouth, one time a day.
2. Benazepril tablet 20 mg, give 1 tablet by mouth, one time a day, for high blood pressure.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0755
3. Colace 100 mg, by mouth, one time a day.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
4. Lactulose solution 20 gram (gm, unit of measurement) per (/) 30 milliliters (ml, unit of measurement), by
mouth, one time a day, for elevated ammonia level (waste product normally processed in the liver and
removed through the urine).
Residents Affected - Some
5. Multivitamin with mineral 1 tablet, by mouth, one time a day, for supplement.
6. Vitamin B12 oral tablet 500 mcg, give 1 tablet by mouth, one time a day, for supplement.
7. Vitamin D3 25 mcg, give 2 tablets by mouth, one time a day, for low vitamin D level.
8. Carvedilol 12.5 mg, give 1 tablet by mouth, 2 times a day, for high blood pressure.
9. Cranberry tablet 450 mg, give 2 tablets by mouth, two times a day.
10. Namenda 10 mg tablet, give 1 tablet by mouth, two times a day, for dementia.
During a review of Resident 68's MAR, for the month of [DATE], the MAR indicated on [DATE] Resident 68
did not receive his 9:00 a.m. dose of Aspirin 81 mg, Benazepril 20 mg, Colace 100 mg, lactulose solution
20 gm/ml, multivitamin with mineral, Vitamin B12 500 mcg, Vitamin D3 25 mcg, Carvedilol 12.5 mg,
cranberry 10 mg, and Namenda 10 mg.
5. During a review of Resident 81's admission Record, the admission record indicated Resident 81 was
originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that
included dependence on renal dialysis (the process of removing waste products and excess fluid from the
body when the kidneys are not able to adequately filter the blood) and end stage of renal disease (ESRD, a
medical condition in which a person's kidneys cease functioning on a permanent basis leading to the need
for a regular course of long-term dialysis or a kidney transplant to maintain life).
During a review of Resident 81's MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 81's cognitive skills for
daily decision making was intact. The MDS indicated Resident 81 required assistance with setup or cleanup
for eating, and supervision or touching assistance for oral hygiene, toileting hygiene and personal hygiene.
The MDS indicated Resident 81 had a diagnosis of diabetes mellitus (a disease in which the body's ability
to produce or respond to the hormone insulin is impaired, resulting in abnormal metabolism of
carbohydrates and elevated levels of glucose in the blood and urine).
During a review of Resident 81's H&P dated [DATE], H&P indicated Resident 81 was not able to make his
own decisions however was able to make needs known. The H&P indicated Resident 81 had a history of
benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH, a condition in men in which the prostate gland is enlarged).
During a review of Resident 81's Order Summary Report, the order summary report indicated Resident 81
was to receive:
1. Amlodipine besylate tablet 10 mg, give 1 tablet, by mouth, one time a day, for high blood pressure, hold if
SBP is less than 110 and heart rate is less than 60.
2. Hydralazine tablet 25 mg, give 1 tablet, by mouth, every 8 hours, for high blood pressure, hold
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Department of Health & Human Services
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0755
medication if SBP less than 110 and if heart rate less 60.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
3. Labetalol tablet 200 mg, give 1 tablet by mouth, every 12 hours, for high blood pressure, hold if SBP less
than 110 and heart rate less than 60.
Residents Affected - Some
During a review of Resident 81's MAR, for the month of [DATE], the MAR indicated the following:
On [DATE] at 2:00 p.m., Resident 81's heart rate was 57, however Amlodipine administered.
On [DATE] at 9:00 a.m., Resident 81's heart rate was 57, however Labetalol was administered.
On [DATE] at 2:00 p.m., Resident 81's heart rate was 57, however Hydralazine was administered.
6. During a review of Resident 82's admission Record, the admission record indicated Resident 82 was
originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnosis that
included heart failure (progressive heart disease that affects pumping action of the heart muscles) and
nonrheumatic aortic valve stenosis (a thickening and narrowing of the valve between the heart's main
pumping chamber and the aorta, creates a smaller opening for blood to pass through and reduces or
blocks blood flow from the heart to the rest of the body).
During a review of Resident 82's H&P dated [DATE], the H&P indicated Resident 82 was able to give
appropriate consent based on adequate decision-making capacity. The H&P indicated Resident 82 had a
history of kidney transplant (a surgery to placing a healthy kidney from a living or deceased donor into a
person whose kidneys no longer function).
During a review of Resident 82's MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 82's cognitive skills for
daily decision making was intact. The MDS indicated Resident 82 required supervision for all ADLs. The
MDS indicated Resident 82 had a diagnosis of diabetes mellitus.
During a review of Resident 82's Order Summary Report, the order summary report indicated Resident 82
was to receive:
1. Cinacalcet oral tablet 30 mg, give 1 tablet, by mouth, in the morning for chronic kidney disease (CKD,
gradual loss of kidney function. Kidneys are unable to filter wastes and excess fluids from blood).
2. Furosemide oral tablet 40 mg, give 1 tablet, by mouth, one time a day, for high blood pressure, hold if
SBP less than 110 and if heart rate less than 60.
3. Lisinopril oral tablet 10 mg, give 1 tablet, by mouth, one time a day, for high blood pressure, hold if SBP
less than 110 and if heart rate less than 60.
4. Prednisone oral tablet 5 mg, give 1 tablet, by mouth, one time a day, for renal transplant.
5. Valacyclovir oral tablet 50 mg, give 1000 mg by mouth, one time a day, for warts.
6. Colace give 100 mg, by mouth, two times a day.
7. Prograf oral capsule 0.5 mg, give 1 capsule, by mouth, every 12 hours, for renal transplant.
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Event ID:
Facility ID:
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No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0755
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
8. Ketorolac tromethamine ophthalmic solution 4%, instill 1 drop in left eye, four times a day, for status post
(S/P) cataract (a clouding of the lens of the eye) surgery.
9. Ofloxacin ophthalmic solution 0.3 %, instill 1 drop in left eye, four times a day, for status post (S/P)
cataract surgery.
Residents Affected - Some
10. Prednisolone acetate ophthalmic suspension 1 %, instill 1 drop in left eye, four times a day, for S/P
cataract surgery.
During a review of Resident 82's MAR, for the month of [DATE], the MAR
indicated the following:
On [DATE] at 9:00 a.m., Resident 82's SBP was 104.
The MAR indicated Resident 82's SBP met the hold parameters however Furosemide and Lisinopril were
administered.
The MAR indicated on [DATE], Resident 82 did not receive his 9:00 a.m. dose of Cinacalcet 30 mg, Colace
100 mg, Furosemide 40 mg, Lisinopril 10 mg, Ketorolac tromethamine 4%, Ofloxacin 0.3 %, Prednisone 5
mg, Prednisolone acetate 1 %, Prograf oral capsule 0.5 mg, and Valacyclovir 50 mg.
During an interview on [DATE] at 8:25 a.m. with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 5, LVN 5 stated on [DATE]
she took over LVN 4's assignment when LVN 4 went home for the day. LVN 5 stated LVN 4 did not give her
report before leaving. LVN 5 stated she did not remember what time she took over LVN 4's assignment but
administered the resident's lunch time medications. LVN 5 stated LVN 4 did not inform LVN 5 the resident's
9:00 a.m. meds were not administered. LVN 5 stated medications that have hold parameters must be held if
the resident met the parameters. LVN 5 stated if medication was administered it could cause a resident to
have a negative response to medication.
During an interview on [DATE] at 3:45 p.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated she
expected the licensed nurses to pass all resident medications at their assigned times. The DON stated if
the MAR was blank, it meant the medication was not given. The DON stated that if a medication was not
given, the nurse must document the reason why it was not given. The DON stated it was not acceptable to
leave the MAR blank. The DON stated if a resident's heart rate or blood pressure met the hold parameters
the medication should not be administered to the resident. The DON stated that if the medication was
administered to the resident, it could cause the resident harm instead of helping them.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Medication Administration, dated
10/2017, the P&P indicated the individual who administers the medication dose records the administration
on the resident's MAR directly after the medication is given. At the end of each medication pass, the person
administrating the medications reviews the MAR to ensure necessary doses were administered and
documented. In no case should the individual who administered the medication report off-duty without first
recording the administration of any medications. The P&P indicated medications are administered in
accordance with written orders of the attending physician.
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
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Event ID:
Facility ID:
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No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0759
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure their medication error rate was less
than five (5) percent (%) when Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 4 failed to competently administer
medications to three (3) of five (5) randomly selected residents (Residents 81, 74, and 7) during the
medication administration observation.
Residents Affected - Some
The outcome was 16 medication errors out of thirty opportunities for errors, which resulted in a Medication
Administration Error Rate of fifty-three (53) percent, based on the following:
1. Resident 81 did not receive four (4) ordered medications that were documented as administered, and
Resident 81 received one (1) medication more than one hour after the permitted administration time.
2. Resident 74 did not receive seven (7) ordered medications that were documented as administered, and
Resident 74 received one (1) medication outside of the ordered holding parameters (specific instructions for
when and when not to administer a medication based on measurable values).
3. Resident 7 did not receive four (4) ordered medications that were documented as administered.
These deficient practices created the potential for residents to experience harm from pain related to
non-administered pain medication, low blood pressure related to blood pressure medication being
administered outside of the schedule time and too close to the next scheduled dose, and low blood sugar
related to insulin administered outside of the ordered parameters. The deficient practice also created the
potential for interruptions in health maintenance and improvement related to missed administrations of
necessary medications.
Cross Reference: F-tag 726, F-tag 760, and F-tag 684
Findings:
1. During a review of Resident 81's admission Record, the admission record indicated the facility originally
admitted Resident 81 on 7/29/2022 and re-admitted Resident 81 on 12/15/2023. Resident 81's admitting
diagnoses included end stage renal disease (a medical condition in which a person's kidneys cease
functioning on a permanent basis), dependence on renal dialysis (a treatment for people whose kidneys
are failing), type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM, a chronic condition that affects the way the body processes blood
sugar), and hyperlipidemia (a condition in which there are high levels of fat particles in the blood, creating
risk of heart attack and stroke).
During a review of Resident 81's History and Physical (H&P), dated 12/15/2023, the H&P indicated
Resident 81 did not have the capacity to make his own decisions.
During a review of Resident 81's Physician Orders, dated 12/15/2023, the orders indicated staff were
supposed to administer medications a total of seven (7) medications at 9 a.m. on 1/9/2024. The
medications were as follows:
1. Aspirin 81 milligram (mg, a unit of dose measurement) tablet, by mouth, once a day, for stroke
prevention.
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Department of Health & Human Services
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0759
2. Polyethylene glycol 3350, one packet, by mouth, one time a day, for bowel (intestine) management.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
3. Nephro-vite tablet, once a day, for supplement.
4. Docusate sodium 100 mg, by mouth, once a day, for stool softener.
Residents Affected - Some
5. Labetalol 200 mg, by mouth, every 12 hours, for high blood pressure.
6. Amlodipine besylate 10 mg, by mouth, once a day, for high blood pressure.
7. Insulin glargine 15 units subcutaneously (under the skin), every 12 hours, for DM.
During an interview on 1/9/2024 at 8:20 a.m., with LVN 4, LVN 4 stated she was preparing to administer
medications for Resident 81 and had not administered any medications yet.
During an observation on 1/9/2024 at 8:24 a.m., inside Resident 81's room, LVN 4 checked Resident 81's
heart rate and blood pressure. No medications were administered.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/9/2024 at 8:34 a.m., outside of Resident 81's room,
LVN 4 prepared a total of three (3) medications for Resident 81. After dispensing the medications, LVN 4
confirmed a total of three (3) medications were being administered to Resident 81. LVN 4 then entered
Resident 81's room and Resident 81 took all three (3) medications with water. The three medications
administered were abetalol HCl, amlodipine besylate, and hydralazine HCl (medication to treat high blood
pressure). No further medications were administered.
During an observation on 1/9/2024 at 8:36 a.m., at Resident 81's bedside, LVN 4 checked Resident 81's
blood sugar then exited the room. No medications were administered.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/9/2024 at 8:41 a.m., outside of Resident 81's room,
with LVN 4, LVN 4 prepared one (1) injection of insulin glargine for Resident 81 and confirmed a total of one
(1) medication was to be administered. LVN 4 then entered Resident 81's room and Resident 81 refused
the insulin glargine administration. LVN 4 exited the room with the one (1) unadministered medication and
returned the medication to the medication cart. No further medications were offered to or administered to
Resident 81.
During a review of Resident 81's Medication Administration Record (MAR), for the month of January 2024,
the MAR indicated a total of seven (7) medications were scheduled for 9 a.m. administration. The MAR
indicated LVN 4 documented she had administered six (6) scheduled 9 a.m. medications, and one (1)
refusal of the insulin glargine. The MAR further indicated Resident 81's hydralazine HCl was scheduled for
administration at 6 a.m., 2 p.m., and 10 p.m. The hydralazine HCl administered at 8:34 a.m. by LVN 4 was
not documented on the MAR. There were four (4) medications documented as administered by LVN 4 on
the MAR that were not observed as administered.
During a review of document titled, Medication [Administration] Audit Report, dated 1/9/2024, the document
indicated Resident 81 had a total of seven (7) medications scheduled for administration at 9 a.m. The
document indicated LVN 4 documented she administered a total of seven (7) medications to Resident 81
between 8:22 a.m. and 8:43 a.m. The hydralazine HCl administered at 8:34 a.m. by LVN 4 was not
documented.
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Event ID:
Facility ID:
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No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0759
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
2. During a review of Resident 74's admission Record, the record indicated the facility originally admitted
Resident 74 on 3/24/2022 and re-admitted Resident 74 on 4/8/2022. Resident 74's admitting diagnoses
included type 2 diabetes mellitus, stage 3 chronic kidney disease (mild to moderate damage of the kidneys,
making them less able to filter waste and fluid out of the blood), and a compression fracture (broken bone)
of the lumbar vertebra (spinal bone in the lower back), and anemia (low red blood cell count).
Residents Affected - Some
During a review of Resident 74's H&P, dated 4/25/2023, the H&P indicated Resident 74 had the capacity to
understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 74's current physician orders, the orders indicated staff were supposed to
administer a total of nine (9) medications at 9 a.m. on 1/9/2024. The medications were as follows:
1. Ferrous sulfate 325 mg tablet, twice a day, for anemia.
2. Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) 1000 unit, once a day, for supplement.
3. Multivitamin, once a day, for supplement.
4. Vitamin C 500 mg tablet.
5. [NAME]-Vite (vitamin), one a day, for renal integrity.
6. Eliquis (apixaban) 5 mg, by mouth, once a day, for atrial fibrillation (abnormal heartbeat).
7. Magnesium-oxide 400 mg tablet, twice a day, for supplement.
8. Insulin glargine (Lantus) 10 units subcutaneously, once a day, for DM, with orders to not administer if
Resident 74's blood sugar was less than 120.
9. Lidocaine 5% patch, applied above right pelvis and low back, once a day, for pain management.
During an interview on 1/9/2024 at 8:59 a.m., with LVN 4, LVN 4 stated she was preparing to administer
medications for Resident 74.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/9/2024 at 9:02 a.m., inside Resident 74's room, LVN 4
checked Resident 74's blood sugar. LVN 4 stated Resident 74's blood sugar was 110. No medications were
administered.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/9/2024 at 9:04 a.m., outside of Resident 74's room,
LVN 4 prepared a total of two (2) medications for Resident 74. After preparing the medications, LVN 4
confirmed a total of two (2) medications were being administered to Resident 74 (Eliquis and Lantus) and
restated that Resident 74's blood sugar was 110. LVN 4 then entered Resident 74's room and Resident 74
took the Eliquis with water while LVN 4 injected 10 units of Lantus into Resident 74's left lower abdomen.
No further medications were offered to or administered to Resident 74, and LVN began preparing
medications for the next resident at 9:14 a.m.
During a review of Resident 74's MAR, for the month of January 2024, the MAR indicated a total of
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Department of Health & Human Services
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0759
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
nine (9) medications were scheduled for 9 a.m. administration. The MAR indicated LVN 4 documented she
had administered nine (9) scheduled 9 a.m. medications. There were seven (7) medications documented as
administered by LVN 4 on the MAR that were not observed as administered. The MAR also indicated LVN 4
documented a blood sugar of 110 and documented that the Lantus had been administered despite the
order to not administer the medication if the blood sugar was less than 120.
Residents Affected - Some
During a review of a document titled, Medication [Administration] Audit Report, dated 1/9/2024, the
document indicated Resident 74 had a total of nine (9) medications scheduled for administration at 9 a.m.
The document indicated LVN 4 documented she administered a total of nine (9) medications to Resident 74
between 8:58 a.m. and 9:12 a.m.
During a concurrent interview and record review, on 1/09/2024 at 9:33 a.m., with LVN 4, Resident 74's MAR
and physician orders were reviewed. LVN 4 stated the physician order was to not administer the Lantus
injection if Resident 74's blood sugar was less than 120. LVN 4 stated she misread the physician order. LVN
4 stated the blood glucose was 110 and the Lantus was administered. LVN 4 stated administration of
Lantus put Resident 74 at risk for hypoglycemia and could cause harm to the resident.
3. During a review of Resident 7's admission Record, the record indicated the facility originally admitted
Resident 7 on 9/24/2014 and re-admitted Resident 7 on 7/7/2019. Resident 7's admitting diagnoses
included spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal that can put pressure on the spinal cord and the
nerves within the spine), right shoulder contracture (shortening and hardening of muscles, tendons, or
other tissue, often leading to deformity and rigidity of joints), and cognitive communication deficit.
During a review of Resident 7's H&P, dated 11/24/2021, the H&P indicated Resident 7 did not have the
capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 7's current physician orders, the orders indicated staff were to administer a
total of eleven (11) medications at 9 a.m. on 1/9/2024. The medications were as follows:
1. Multivitamin with minerals, one tablet, once a day, for supplement.
2. Lidocaine-Prilocaine external cream 2.5%, applied to right shoulder, twice a day, for pain management.
3. Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) two 1000-unit tablets, once a day, for low vitamin D levels.
4. Potassium chloride 50 milliequivalents (mEq, a unit of dose measurement), in the morning, for
supplement secondary to furosemide (medication that makes you urinate) use.
5. Docusate sodium 100 mg, in the morning, for stool softener.
6. Furosemide 40 mg tablet, in the morning, for extremity edema (swelling).
7. Sodium chloride solution 5% instillation of one drop to the right eye, twice a day, for corneal edema
(swelling of the outermost layer of the eye).
8. Gabapentin 100 mg capsule, twice a day, for pain management.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0759
9. Artificial tears instillation of one drop to both eyes, four times, a day for dry eyes.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
10. Divalproex sodium 500 mg, twice a day, for seizure (a sudden, uncontrolled burst of electrical activity in
the brain that can cause changes in behavior, movements) disorder.
Residents Affected - Some
11. Levetiracetam 750 mg, twice a day, for seizure disorder.
During an interview on 1/9/2024 at 9:14 a.m., with LVN 4, outside of Resident 7's room, LVN 4 stated she
was preparing to administer medications for Resident 7.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/9/2024 at 9:21 a.m., outside of Resident 7's room, LVN
4 prepared a total of six (6) medications for Resident 7. After preparing the medications, LVN 4 confirmed a
total of 6 (6) medications were being administered to Resident 7. LVN 4 then entered Resident 7's room
and Resident 7 took 5 medications with water, and LVN 4 administered one (1) medication (artificial tears)
to both of Resident 7's eyes. No further medications were offered to or administered to Resident 7.
During a review of Resident 7's MAR, for the month of January 2024, the MAR indicated a total of eleven
(11) medications were scheduled for 9 a.m. administration. The MAR indicated LVN 4 documented she had
administered eleven (11) scheduled 9 a.m. medications. There were four (4) medications documented as
administered by LVN 4 on the MAR that were not observed as administered.
During a review of a document titled, Medication [Administration] Audit Report, dated 1/9/2024, the
document indicated Resident 7 had a total of eleven (11) medications scheduled for administration at 9
a.m. The document indicated LVN 4 documented she administered a total of eleven (11) medications to
Resident 7 between 9:15 a.m. and 9:20 a.m.
During an interview on 1/11/2024 at 3:35 p.m., with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated
medications are to be administered as ordered by the physician. The DON stated staff have one hour
before and one hour after the scheduled administration time to administer medications. The DON stated
medication administered outside of the scheduled time required prior physician notification to ensure it was
safe, and stated there should be documentation in the resident's medical record to indicate when the
medication was administered. The DON also stated documentation of medication administration is
supposed to be done immediately at time of administration and should be accurate.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Medication Administration - General
Guidelines, dated 10/2017, indicated:
a. Medications are administered in accordance with written orders of the attending physician.
b. Medications are administered within 60 minutes of the scheduled time (1 hour before and 1 hour after).
c. Unless otherwise specified by the prescriber, routine medications are administered according to the
established medication administration schedule for the facility.
d. The individual who administers the medication dose records the administration on the resident's MAR
directly after the medication is given.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0760
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure one of five sampled residents
(Resident 74) was free of significant medication errors by failing to:
Residents Affected - Few
1. Ensure Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 4 did not administer 10 units (a unit of measurement for insulin)
of Lantus (insulin glargine, a medication used to control blood sugar levels) when resident 74's blood sugar
was outside of the holding parameters (specific instructions for when and when not to administer a
medication based on measurable values).
2. Ensure Licensed staff did not document administration of thirty-seven (37) of Lidocaine 5% patches
(medicated patch applied to the skin for pain management) for Resident 74, when only fourteen (14)
patches had been dispensed to the facility.
These deficient practices had the potential to result in avoidable harm from pain related to
non-administered pain medication, and low blood sugar related to insulin being administered outside of the
ordered parameters.
Cross Reference: F-tag 726, F-tag 759, and F-tag 684
Findings:
During a review of Resident 74's admission Record, the admission record indicated the facility originally
admitted Resident 74 on 3/24/2022 and re-admitted Resident 74 on 4/8/2022. Resident 74's admitting
diagnoses included type 2 diabetes mellitus, stage 3 chronic kidney disease (mild to moderate damage of
the kidneys, making them less able to filter waste and fluid out of the blood), and a compression fracture
(broken bone) of the lumbar vertebra (spinal bone in the lower back), and anemia (low red blood cell count).
During a review of Resident 74's History and Physical (H&P), dated 4/25/2023, the H&P indicated Resident
74 had the capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 74's active Physician Orders, the orders indicated staff were to administer 10
units of Lantus subcutaneously (injected beneath the skin) once a day for DM, with orders to not administer
the medication if Resident 74's blood sugar was less than 120. The orders also indicated staff were to apply
a Lidocaine 5% patch to Resident 74's right lower back, once a day, for pain management, starting on
11/25/2023.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/9/2024 at 9:02 a.m., inside Resident 74's room, LVN 4
checked Resident 74's blood sugar. LVN 4 stated Resident 74's blood sugar was 110.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/9/2024 at 9:04 a.m., outside of Resident 74's room,
LVN 4 prepared Resident 74's Lantus injection for administration and restated that Resident 74's blood
sugar was 110. LVN 4 then entered Resident 74's room and injected the 10 units of Lantus into Resident
74's left lower abdomen. LVN 4 did not apply a Lidocaine 5% patch to Resident 74's right lower back.
During a concurrent interview and record review, on 1/09/2024 at 9:33 a.m., with LVN 4, Resident
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0760
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
74's Medication Administration Record (MAR) and physician orders were reviewed. LVN 4 stated the
physician order was to not administer the Lantus injection if Resident 74's blood sugar was less than 120.
LVN 4 stated she misread the physician order. LVN 4 stated Resident 74's blood sugar level was 110 and
the Lantus was administered. LVN 4 stated the administration of Lantus put Resident 74 at risk for
hypoglycemia and could cause harm to the resident.
Residents Affected - Few
During a review of Resident 74's MAR, for the month of November 2023, the MAR indicated licensed facility
staff documented Resident 74's Lidocaine 5% patch as administered on 11/25/2023, 11/26/2023,
11/27/2023, 11/28/2023, 11/29/2023, and 11/20/2023. The MAR indicated a total of six administrations of
Resident 74's Lidocaine 5% patch for the month of 11/2023.
During a review of Resident 74's MAR, for the month of December 2023, the MAR indicated licensed facility
staff documented Resident 74's Lidocaine 5% patch as administered on: 12/1/2023, 12/2/2023, 12/3/2023,
12/4/2023, 12/5/2023, 12/6/2023, 12/7/2023, 12/8/2023, 12/9/2023, 12/10/2023, 12/11/2023, 12/12/2023,
12/13/2023, 12/14/2023, 12/17/2023, 12/20/2023, 12/21/2023, 12/22/2023, 12/23/2023, 12/24/2023,
12/26/2023, 12/27/2023, 12/28/2023, and 12/31/2023. The MAR indicated a total of 24 administrations of
Resident 74's Lidocaine 5% patch for the month of 12/2023.
During a review of Resident 74's MAR, for the month of January 2024, the MAR indicated LVN 4
documented Resident 74's Lidocaine 5% patch as administered on 1/9/2024. Further review of the MAR
indicated other licensed facility staff documented the Lidocaine 5% patch as administered on: 1/1/2024,
1/2/2024, 1/3/2024, 1/4/2024, 1/5/2024, and 1/7/2024. The MAR indicated a total of 7 administrations of
Resident 74's Lidocaine 5% patch for the month of 1/2024.
During a concurrent observation and interview, on 1/9/2024 at 1 p.m., at Resident 74's bedside, Resident
74 rolled into a left-facing position in her bed. No Lidocaine 5% patch was observed on Resident 74's right
lower back or displaced in Resident 74's bed linens. Resident 74 stated she did not receive the Lidocaine
5% patch that day and stated the patch had not been offered to her.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/9/2024 at 1:08 p.m., with LVN 5, LVN 5 opened the
medication cart and removed the current inventory of Resident 74's Lidocaine 5% patches. LVN 5 stated
the label affixed to the bag containing Resident 74's inventory of Lidocaine 5% patches was dated
11/24/2023 and indicated a total of 14 patches had been dispensed. LVN 5 stated there were two patches
remaining in Resident 74's inventory. LVN 5 stated no additional patches had been requested or dispensed
from the pharmacy.
During an interview on 1/9/2024 at 1:44 p.m., with the facility's contracted pharmacy, the pharmacy staff
stated a total of 14 Lidocaine 5% patches had been dispensed to the facility on [DATE] for Resident 74.
Pharmacy staff stated no refills had been requested or delivered. The pharmacy staff stated that when a
medication is dispensed to the facility, the staff receiving the medication sign a receipt to confirm the
medication was received.
During a review of a document titled, Manifest: [Facility Name], dated 11/25/2023, the document indicated
LVN 6 signed the document on 11/25/2023 at 4:14 a.m., confirming receipt of 14 Lidocaine 5% patches for
Resident 74.
During a concurrent record review and interview on 1/11/2024 at 3:35 p.m., with the Director of Nursing
(DON), Resident 74's physician orders, MARs for November 2023, December 2023, January 2024, and the
Lidocaine 5% patch delivery records from the contracted pharmacy were reviewed. The DON stated
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0760
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
medications were supposed to be administered as ordered by the physician. The DON stated that not
following physician orders for Lantus administration could cause an alteration in Resident 74's blood sugar,
and a potentially harmful change in condition. The DON further stated only 14 Lidocaine 5% patches had
been delivered to the facility, and stated there were not enough patches delivered to account for the 37
administrations documented from 11/25/2023 to 1/9/2024. The DON stated the medications had not been
administered as ordered and stated that a resident's pain could go unaddressed if they did not receive their
pain medication as ordered.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Medication Administration - General
Guidelines, dated 10/2017, indicated:
a. Medications are administered in accordance with written orders of the attending physician.
b. The individual who administers the medication dose records the administration on the resident's MAR
directly after the medication is given.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0777
Provide or obtain x-rays/tests when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to obtain the results for one of two sampled residents
(Resident 74) computed tomography (CT, imaging that helps detect internal injuries and diseases) scan in
a timely manner when Resident 74 was readmitted to the facility from the general acute care hospital
(GACH).
Residents Affected - Few
This failure resulted in Resident 74's physician being notified two weeks after the CT scan was completed
with results that indicated a compression fracture (type of broken bone that can cause the vertebra [bone in
the spine] to collapse) of the second lumbar vertebrae (L2, bone in the lower end of the spinal column).
Findings:
During a review of Resident 74's admission Record (Face Sheet), the admission Record indicated Resident
74 was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses
including type 2 diabetes mellitus (condition that results in too much sugar circulating in the blood), heart
failure (a chronic condition in which the heart does not provide adequate blood flow to meet the body's
needs), and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD, a lung disease characterized by long-term poor
airflow).
During a review of Resident 74's History and Physical (H&P), dated 4/24/2023, the H&P indicated Resident
74 had the capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 74's Minimum Data Set (MDS, a comprehensive resident assessment and care
screening tool,) dated 12/14/2023, the MDS indicated Resident 74 was able to understand and be
understood by others. The MDS indicated Resident 74's cognition was intact (ability to think and reason).
The MDS indicated Resident 74 required moderate assistance with bed mobility, maximal assistance with
toileting, bathing, and dressing, and required setup or clean-up assistance with personal hygiene. The MDS
indicated Resident 74 had a fall with a major injury.
During a review of Resident 74's Change of Condition (COC), dated 11/6/2023, the COC indicated on
11/6/2023, Resident 74 returned to her room from the shower room and was being assisted to bed by the
certified nursing assistant (CNA). The COC indicated Resident 74 stood up to transfer to the bed, was
unable to reach for the bed handles, and fell and landed on her back. The COC indicated Physician 2 was
informed and gave orders for an X-ray (imaging that creases pictures of the inside of the body) of the hip,
spine, head, leg, and pelvis. The COC indicated Resident 74 complained of lower back and left hip pain.
During a review of Resident 74's Radiology Results Report, dated 11/6/2023, the Radiology Results Report
indicated the lumbar spine X-ray indicated a result of a compression deformity at the L2 level, age
indeterminate (not exactly known).
During a review of Resident 74's Progress Notes, dated 11/6/2023 and timed at 1:48 p.m., the Progress
Note indicated Physician 2 was informed of Resident 74's X-ray results and Physician 2 ordered a CT scan
of the head and lumbar.
During a review of Resident 74's COC, dated 11/28/2023, the COC indicated Resident 74 complained of
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0777
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
lower back pain and another lumbar X-ray was done which indicated a result of a compression deformity at
the L2 level, age determinate. The COC indicated Physician 2 was notified that Resident 74 had not
received the CT scan of the head and lumbar due to insurance. The COC indicated Physician 2 ordered for
Resident 74's transfer to the GACH for CT scan of the head and lumbar.
During a review of Resident 74's GACH Radiology Report, dated 11/28/2023, the Radiology Report
indicated the report was faxed to the facility on [DATE]. The Radiology Report indicated the lumbar CT scan
result indicated an acute compression fracture of L2.
During a review of Resident 74's admission Assessment, dated 11/28/2023, the admission Assessment
indicated Resident 74 was transferred to the GACH for a CT scan of the head and lumbar and was
readmitted to the facility. The admission Assessment had no indication of the report provided to the
admitting nurse and of the results of the CT scan.
During a review of Resident 74's COC, dated 12/12/2023, the COC indicated the lumbar CT scan results
were received from the GACH and Physician 2 was notified of the results. The COC indicated Physician 2
ordered for Resident 74 to see a neurosurgeon in one to six weeks for evaluation.
During an interview on 1/10/2024 at 8:59 a.m., with Registered Nurse (RN) 2, RN 2 stated Resident 74 was
transferred to the GACH on her shift and was readmitted to the facility the following shift. RN 2 stated she
and the other nurses were unaware of Resident 74's compression fracture until the facility received the
results from the GACH two weeks later. RN 2 stated when Resident 74 was brought back to the facility, the
GACH did not send any paperwork with the resident regarding the CT scan results. RN 2 stated the
facility's medical personnel followed up with the GACH in obtaining the CT scan results.
During an interview on 1/10/2024 at 11:55 a.m., with the Medical Record Director (MRD), the MRD stated
he requested Resident 74's CT scan results on 12/4/2023 but did not receive them until 12/12/2023.
During an interview on 1/10/2024 at 1:10 p.m., with Physician 3, Physician 3 stated she expected to be
notified of abnormal results of any kind promptly to develop a plan of care based on those results.
During an interview on 1/10/2024 at 3:46 p.m., with RN 3, RN 3 stated Resident 74 was transferred to the
hospital on [DATE] for a CT scan and was readmitted to the facility that same night. RN 3 stated normally
when a resident was readmitted to the facility from the hospital, she would receive report prior to the
residents' arrival. RN 3 stated she had not received report and Resident 74 was brought back to the facility.
RN 3 stated she was curious what the CT scan results were, but she did not follow up with the GACH. RN 3
stated she could have called the GACH and spoken to the physician. RN 3 stated she should have obtained
the CT scan results and informed the physician so Resident 74 could receive the proper care.
During an interview on 1/11/2024 at 10:36 a.m., with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated the
admitting nurse should have received the results of the CT scan, however, all the nurses had the
responsibility to follow-up on diagnostic tests for the residents. The DON stated obtaining the results and
notifying the physician was important to provide the appropriate care for the resident.
During a review of the facility's Registered Nurse (RN) Job Description, dated 1/27/2022, the Job
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0777
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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Description indicated, Essential duties and responsibilities include . Makes actual patient rounds, assessing
and observing the following at least three times per day: Monitoring lab and x-ray values related to patient's
condition.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Change of Condition, revised 1/24/2017,
the P&P indicated, A change of condition is a sudden or marked different in resident's . lab or x-ray results .
All changes of condition in a resident shall be handled promptly.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0812
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Many
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve
food in accordance with professional standards.
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the kitchen staff failed to wash their hands prior to
becoming in contact with food, failed to check food temperatures, and failed to store food under sanitary
conditions when the following occurred:
1. The Dietary Supervisor (DS) did not wash their hands before checking food temperatures.
2. The refrigerator stored food without a use by date.
3. The refrigerator stored food that was spoiled.
4. The freezer stored food without the date that it was placed in the freezer and did not have a use by date.
5. Food temperatures were not checked prior to serving food to residents.
These deficient practices had the potential to result in the transmission of infectious agents that could lead
to food borne illnesses in vulnerable residents.
Findings:
During a concurrent initial kitchen tour observation and interview on 1/8/2024 at 8:55 a.m. with [NAME] 1, in
the dry storage room, [NAME] 1 stated items placed in the storage room were dated with the received date
(date item was placed on the shelf), the date the item was opened, and a use by date (date item must be
removed or the expiration date).
During an observation on 1/8/2024 at 9:05 a.m. in the dry storage room, there was an open container of
browning and seasoning sauce with no use by date. Observed graham cracker crumbs, buttermilk boxes,
cheesecake mix, gelatin powder mix and apple sauces with no received date. Observed an open jar of
peanut butter and an open bag of cornflakes without a received date, opened date, or use by date.
During an interview on 1/8/2023 on 9:02 a.m. with the Dietary Supervisor (DS), in the dry storage food, the
DS stated that all items needed to be labeled with the received date, open date, and use by date. The DS
stated these items needed to be labeled with these dates to help staff know which items were older, which
items needed to be used next, and when the item could no longer be used.
During an observation on 1/8/2024 at 9:29 a.m. in the walk-in refrigerator, observed an open bag of sliced
carrots with no use by date. Observed open and unopened bags of green grapes that contained spoiled
grapes. Observed an undated bag of green peppers.
During an observation on 1/8/2023 at 9:41 a.m. at the kitchen's freezer, observed multiple bags of frozen
mixed vegetables and multiple bags of frozen broccoli, multiple bags of frozen zucchini, a package of
hamburger patties, a bag of bacon, a bag of sausage links, and a bag of waffles with no date indicating
when those items were put in freezer. The items were not labeled with a use by date or expiration date.
Observed turkey sausages saran wrapped and labeled with the date of 1/5/2024, unable to identify what
that date was for.
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055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0812
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Many
During an interview on 1/10/2024 at 11:35 a.m. with the DS, in the kitchen, the DS stated once an item has
been opened, it must be dated with the open date and a use by date.
During an interview on 11/10/2024 at 11:40 a.m. with the DS, in the walk-in refrigerator, the DS stated the
green grapes were spoiled and should not be in the refrigerator. The DS stated it was important not to keep
spoiled food in the refrigerator to prevent staff from serving them to residents.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/10/2024 at 11:48 a.m. with the DS, in the kitchen, the
freezer had food items with no dates. The DS stated all food in the freezer must be labeled with the date it
was put in the freezer. The DS stated the opened food in the freezer did not have a use by date and stated
the items should have been dated. The DS stated there was no way of knowing if the bag of frozen burritos
and a frozen bag of raviolis were still good to be served to residents because it did not have an open date
and a use by date. The DS stated it was important to accurately date all food items to make sure the facility
served unexpired and safe food to the residents.
During an observation on 1/10/2024 at 12:15 p.m. in the kitchen, observed the DS removing potentially
expired food from the freezer. The DS then went and began checking the temperatures of food that was
currently being plated and served to the residents for lunch. The DS did not their wash hands before
checking food temperatures. Observed the DS log temperatures on the temperature log form. Observed
kitchen staff serving lunch plates for residents and delivering to the floor without first checking food
temperatures.
During an interview on 1/10/2024 at 12:29 p.m. with the DS, in the kitchen, the DS stated he should have
washed his hands before becoming in contact with the resident's food. The DS stated he should have
washed his hands before touching the food to prevent food contamination. The DS stated food
temperatures were checked by the cook or himself only before plating food.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Refrigerator/Freezer Storage, dated 2019,
the P&P indicated leftover food or unused portions of packaged foods should be covered, dated, and
labeled to ensure they will be used first. The P&P indicated food items should have the following
appropriate dates: Delivery date- upon receipt, Open date- opened containers, and thaw date - any frozen
items.
During a review of the facility's P&P titled, Daily Food Temperature Control, dated 2019, the P&P indicated
the temperature of all hot and cold food shall be taken prior to every meal service and recorded on the
temperature log.
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055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0847
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure three of three sampled residents (Resident 41, 74,
and 82) understood the Arbitration Agreement (an agreement between the facility and the resident where
they would resolve any disputes through a neutral person rather than going to court) when entering a
binding contract by failing to:
Residents Affected - Few
1. Present the Arbitration Agreement in a language Resident 82 understood.
2. Ensure Resident 82, Resident 41's Family Member (FM) 1, and Resident 74's Family Member (FM) 2
understood that signing the Arbitration Agreement was not necessary as a condition of admission to the
facility.
These failures resulted in Resident 82 not understanding in the language he understood and Residents 41,
74, and 82 entering the binding agreement as a pretense that it was mandatory.
Findings:
a. During a review of Resident 82's admission Record (Face Sheet), the admission Record indicated
Resident 82 was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted to the facility on [DATE] with
diagnoses included but not limited to type 2 diabetes mellitus (condition that results in too much sugar
circulating in the blood), hypertensive heart disease (heart conditions caused by complications of high
blood pressure), and heart failure (a chronic condition in which the heart does not provide adequate blood
flow to meet the body's needs).
During a review of Resident 82's Minimum Data Set (MDS, a standardized resident assessment care
screening tool), dated 11/17/2023, the MDS indicated Resident 82 was able to understand and be
understood by others. The MDS indicated Resident 82's cognition (process of thinking) was intact.
During a review of Resident 82's Facility Arbitration Agreement, undated, the Facility Arbitration Agreement
indicated Resident 82 signed and entered into the binding agreement.
b. During a review of Resident 41's admission Record (Face Sheet), the admission Record indicated
Resident 41 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included but not limited to type 2
diabetes mellitus, end stage renal disease (a stage where the kidneys can no longer support the body's
needs for waste removal and fluid balance), and atrial fibrillation (an irregular, often rapid heart rate that
can cause poor blood flow, leading to blood clots, stroke, or heart failure).
During a review of Resident 41's MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 41 was able to
understand and be understood by others. The MDS indicated Resident 41's cognition was moderately
impaired.
During a review of Resident 41's History and Physical (H&P), dated 11/8/2023, the H&P indicated Resident
41 had the capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 41's Facility Arbitration Agreement, dated 11/28/2023, the Facility Arbitration
Agreement indicated FM 1 signed and entered the binding agreement on behalf of Resident 41.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0847
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
c. During a review of Resident 74's admission Record (Face Sheet), the admission Record indicated
Resident 74 was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted to the facility on [DATE] with
diagnoses included but not limited to type 2 diabetes mellitus, heart failure, and chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD, a lung disease characterized by long-term poor airflow).
During a review of Resident 74's MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 74 was able to
understand and be understood by others. The MDS indicated Resident 82's cognition was intact.
During a review of Resident 74's H&P, dated 4/24/2023, the H&P indicated Resident 74 had the capacity to
understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 74's Facility Arbitration Agreement, dated 4/11/2022, the Facility Arbitration
Agreement indicated FM 2 signed and entered the binding agreement on behalf of Resident 74.
During an interview on 1/9/2024 at 10:35 a.m., with Resident 82, Resident 82 stated he spoke primarily
Spanish and could understand very little English. Resident 82 stated, When signing important forms, I
would like it in Spanish. Resident 82 stated he remembered signing the form; however, he was not told
signing was voluntary and he thought he had to sign to continue living at the facility.
During an interview on 1/9/2024 at 10:44 a.m., with FM 1, FM 1 stated she understood the binding
arbitration agreement, however, when she came to the facility to sign Resident 41's paperwork, she was not
told that entering the binding arbitration agreement was not necessary and she felt that she had to sign the
agreement for Resident 41 to be admitted to the facility.
During an interview on 1/9/2024 at 10:54 a.m., with FM 2, FM 2 stated when he came to the facility to sign
paperwork for Resident 74, the staff member who assisted him had given him everything he had to sign.
FM 2 stated, They gave me all the paperwork they needed in my mom's record, and I had to sign them. I
did not know I did not need to sign the agreement.
During an interview on 1/9/2024 at 1:20 p.m., with the Business Office Manager (BOM), the BOM stated
when a resident was admitted to the facility, the admission packet was reviewed with the resident and/or
their family members. The BOM stated the Arbitration Agreement was available in many languages,
including Spanish. The BOM stated Resident 82 was spoke primarily Spanish and should have been
provided the Arbitration Agreement in Spanish for him to understand the form and decide if he wanted to
enter the binding agreement. The BOM stated the Arbitration Agreement was not mandatory and it was an
issue if the residents and family members were under the impression that it was. The BOM stated the
Arbitration Agreement was not properly explained. The BOM stated the residents, and their family members
had the right to be aware that entering a binding arbitration was not mandatory because if they did not
agree with the terms, they would not have to enter it.
During an interview on 1/9/2024 at 1:44 p.m., with the Administrator (ADM), the ADM stated the Arbitration
Agreement should always be presented to the resident and their family members in the language they
understood. The ADM stated Resident 82 should have been presented with the Spanish version of the
Arbitration Agreement so he could understand and comprehend the information. The ADM stated the
Arbitration Agreement was not mandatory and it was an issue if those who entered into the binding
agreement were under the impression that it was mandatory for admission into the facility. The ADM stated
everyone should be able to make an informed decision and to understand their options.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0880
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to implement effective infection prevention
measures for three of seven sampled residents (Resident 2, 10, and 46) when the facility failed to:
Residents Affected - Few
1. Post signage in and around Resident 2's room to ensure staff providing direct resident care activities
were aware of Resident 2's Enhanced Standard Precautions (ESP, infection control intervention using gown
and gloves during high contact resident care activities designed to reduce the transmission of multi-drug
resistant organisms).
2. Ensure the Treatment Nurse (TN) performed hand hygiene (a way of cleaning one's hands that
substantially reduces the potential germs on the hands) throughout Resident 46's wound treatment.
3. Ensure Resident 10's enteral hydration (water provided through a feeding tube [a flexible plastic tube
placed into the stomach to assist in nutrition and hydration) administration kit (tubing system that delivers
the water into the body) was changed within 24 hours.
These failures had the potential to result in the transmit of infectious microorganisms and increase the risk
of infection.
Findings:
1. During a review of Resident 2's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the facility initially
admitted Resident 2 on 12/14/2017 and re-admitted the resident on 5/17/2019 with diagnoses including
cerebral palsy (group of disorders that affect a person's ability to move and maintain balance and posture)
and contractures (loss of motion of a joint associated with stiffness and joint deformity).
During an observation on 1/10/2024 at 10:19 a.m., in the resident's room, Resident 2 was observed lying in
bed. No signage indicating Resident 2 was on ESP was observed above the bed, in the room, on the door,
or outside of the room. A pole holding a gastrostomy tube (G-tube, tube inserted through the abdomen that
brings nutrition directly to the stomach) machine was observed to the right of Resident 2's bed. A container
with drawers containing yellow isolation gowns (protective apparel used to prevent the transfer of
microorganisms and body fluids from one person to another) was in the corner of the room against the wall
in front of Resident 2's bed.
During an interview on 1/10/2023 at 10:40 p.m., Restorative Nursing Aide (RNA) 1 stated she just finished
performing exercises to Resident 2's both legs and both arms and applying a splint (rigid material or
apparatus used to support and immobilize a broken bone or impaired joint) to the left hand. RNA 1 stated
she did not know what type of precautions Resident 2 was on because there was no signage in or around
the room to indicate the precaution type. RNA 1 stated she thought Resident 2 might be on ESP
precautions because Resident 2 had a G-tube but was unsure.
During an interview on 1/10/2023 at 11:08 a.m., Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 1 stated he was unsure
what type of precautions Resident 2 was on because there was no signage in or around the room to
indicate the precaution type. CNA 1 stated he thought Resident 2 might be on ESP precautions or on
droplet precautions (procedures to reduce risk of spread of infections transmitted by respiratory droplets
generated by coughing, sneezing, talking) but was unsure. CNA 1 stated he only knew
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0880
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Resident 2 required an isolation gown and gloves for direct resident care activities because he had worked
with him several times in the past. CNA 1 stated there was a potential for spreading infection if staff
providing direct resident care activities to Resident 2 were not aware he was on precautions.
During an interview on 1/10/2024 at 12:32 p.m., the Infection Preventionist Nurse (IPN) confirmed Resident
2 was on ESP precautions but did not have any signage in or around the room to ensure staff providing
direct care activities were aware of his precautions. The IPN stated all staff providing any direct care
activities to Resident 2 must wear an isolation gown and gloves. The IPN stated ESP precautions were
important because it protected the residents from bacteria or viruses that may cause infections (a condition
in which bacteria or viruses that care disease enter the body). The IPN stated all residents on ESP
precautions should have signage with a number 6 over the resident's bed and signage indicating Enhanced
Standard Precautions above the personal protective equipment (PPE, equipment worn to minimize
exposure to hazards that can cause serious injuries and illnesses) container in the room to ensure staff
knew what type of precautions the residents were on and what type of PPE to wear. The IPN stated staff
may forget or may not know a resident was on ESP precautions if there was no precaution signage in or
around the room which could potentially lead to the spread of infection.
During a review of the facility's undated Policy and Procedure (P&P), titled Infection Control, the P&P
indicated the facility had established and will maintain an infection control program designed to provide a
safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment and to help prevent the development and transmission of
disease and infection.
2. During a review of Resident 46's admission Record (Face Sheet), the admission Record indicated
Resident 46 was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted to the facility on [DATE] with
diagnoses that included but not limited to type 2 diabetes mellitus (condition that results in too much sugar
circulating in the blood), stage 4 pressure ulcer (full thickness skin and tissue loss with exposed or directly
palpable fascia, muscle, tendon, ligament, cartilage or bone in the ulcer) of sacral region (area at the end of
the spine), and major depressive disorder (a mental health disorder characterized by persistently
depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life).
During a review of Resident 46's Minimum Data Set (MDS, a standardized assessment and screening tool),
dated 12/8/2023, the MDS indicated Resident 46 was able to understand and be understood by others. The
MDS indicated Resident 46's cognition (process of thinking) was intact. The MDS indicated Resident 46
required supervision when rolling left to right on the bed. The MDS indicated Resident 46 had a colostomy
(an operation that redirects the colon [large intestine] to a new opening, called a stoma, on the abdomen for
the expulsion of stool). The MDS indicated Resident 46 had a Stage IV (4) pressure ulcer (injury to skin and
underlying tissue due to prolonged pressure) that was present upon admission.
During a review of Resident 46's History and Physical (H&P), dated 9/10/2023, the H&P indicated Resident
46 had the capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 46's Order Summary Report, dated 1/9/2024, the Order Summary Report
indicated the following daily wound care orders:
a. Left posterior (back side) thigh excoriation (skin damage from injury such as scratching or
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0880
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
picking at the skin), cleanse with normal saline (NS, solution made of salt and water to cleanse wounds),
pat dry, apply Calazime cream (a skin protectant), and cover with bordered gauze.
b. Right posterior thigh excoriation, cleanse with NS, pat dry, apply Calazime cream, and cover with
bordered gauze.
Residents Affected - Few
c. Stage IV sacrococcyx (at the area of the tailbone) pressure injury, cleanse with NS, pat dry, apply
collagen powder (contains essential building blocks of the skin that assists with wound healing), and cover
with bordered foam dressing.
d. Colostomy site, cleanse with NS, pat dry, apply colostomy bag (bag that covers the stoma to collect
stool).
During an observation on 1/9/2024 at 9:02 a.m., with the TN, in Resident 46's room, the TN explained that
she would be doing Resident 46's wound treatment. Resident 46 stated she did not have any pain and
consented for the TN to continue with the wound treatment. The TN prepared her supplies, performed hand
hygiene, and applied new gloves. The TN removed the dressing on Resident 46's left thigh, removed her
gloves, and applied new gloves. The TN cleansed the area of the left thigh with NS, patted dry, removed her
gloves, and applied new gloves. The TN applied Calazime cream, covered with bordered gauze, removed
her gloves, and applied new gloves. The TN removed the dressing on Resident 46's right thigh, removed
her gloves, applied new gloves. The TN cleansed the area of the right thigh with NS, patted dry, removed
her gloves, and applied new gloves. The TN applied Calazime cream, covered with bordered gauze,
removed her gloves, and applied new gloves. The TN removed the dressing on Resident 46's sacrococcyx
area, removed her gloves, and applied new gloves. The TN cleansed the area with NS, patted dry, removed
her gloves, and applied new gloves. The TN applied collagen powder to the area, removed her gloves, and
applied new gloves. The TN covered the area with the padded dressing, removed her gloves, and stated, I
was supposed to wash my hands. The TN walked to the sink to perform hand hygiene.
During an interview on 1/9/2024 at 9:24 a.m., with the TN, the TN stated she was supposed to perform
hand hygiene throughout the wound treatment any time she removed her gloves, removed an old dressing,
and moved to a new wound area. The TN stated hand hygiene was done to prevent contamination of other
wounds and prevent infection.
During an interview on 1/11/2024 at 10:39 a.m., with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated hand
hygiene was the number one way to control the spread of infection. The DON stated throughout a wound
treatment, the nurse had to perform hand hygiene after removing a dirty dressing, after providing the
treatment, before proceeding to the next wound site, and after the conclusion of the treatment. The DON
stated there was a potential for cross contamination and infection if hand hygiene was not performed during
a wound treatment.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Hand Washing, undated, the P&P
indicated, Hand washing must also be performed as follows . in between performance of routine procedures
(i.e. [that is] handling urinals, bedpans, catheters, changing dressings, collecting specimens, etc. [et cetera,
and other similar things].
During a review of the facility's P&P titled, Infection Control, undated, the P&P indicated, Some situations
that require hand hygiene, include . before and after changing a dressing.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0880
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
3. During a review of Resident 10's admission Record (Face Sheet), the admission Record indicated
Resident 10 was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and was readmitted to the facility on [DATE], with
diagnoses included but not limited to type 2 diabetes mellitus dementia (a condition characterized by
progressive or persistent loss of intellectual functioning), and metabolic encephalopathy (problem in the
brain caused by chemical imbalances in the blood).
Residents Affected - Few
During a review of Resident 10's MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 10 was able to
sometimes understand and sometimes be understood by others. The MDS indicated Resident 10's
cognition severely impaired. The MDS indicated Resident 10 was dependent in eating. The MDS indicated
Resident 10 had a feeding tube (a flexible plastic tube placed into the stomach to assist in nutrition). The
MDS indicated Resident 10 was on a mechanically altered diet (required change in texture in food or liquids
due to difficulty chewing or swallowing).
During a review of Resident 10's H&P, dated 3/13/2023, the H&P indicated Resident 10 did not have the
capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 10's Order Summary Report, dated 1/7/2024, the Order Summary Report
indicated to administer Jevity 1.5 (type of enteral feeding [a special liquid food mixture containing protein,
carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals]) at 45 milliliters per hour (mL/hr, a unit of measurement) for 12
hours. The Order Summary Report indicated for continuous water flush through the enteral tube with 35
mL/hr for 20 hours.
During an observation on 1/8/2024 at 9:15 a.m., in Resident 10's room, Resident 10's enteral hydration
administration bag was dated 1/4/2024.
During an interview on 1/10/2024 at 2:53 p.m., with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 5, LVN 5 stated the
enteral hydration administration kit was supposed to be changed every 24 hours. LVN 5 stated the hydration
tubing was connected to the resident and if the administration kit was hung for over 24 hours, bacteria
could grow inside and be transmitted to the resident. LVN 5 stated if the hydration administration kit was
dated 1/4/2024, it was hung for four days, which could mean the nurses were opening the bag and refilling
the water instead of changing it. LVN 5 stated that was an issue because there would be a higher chance of
contamination every time the administration kit would be opened to the air.
During an interview on 1/10/2024 at 2:47 p.m., with the Infection Preventionist Nurse (IPN), the IPN stated
the enteral hydration administration kit was supposed to be changed every 24 hours to prevent infection in
the resident. The IPN stated after the administration kit was initially opened and the water poured in, once
the water was depleted, the whole system had to be changed. The IPN stated using the same
administration kit for four days was an issue because that meant the system was opened multiple times and
was exposed to the environment. The IPN stated the potential for contamination increased every time the
kit was opened and every day it was not changed.
During an interview on 1/11/2024 at 10:45 a.m., with the DON, the DON stated the administration kit was
supposed to be changed every 24 hours. The DON stated the administration kit should not have been hung
for four days because the whole kit should have been changed when it was empty or when the 24 hours
has elapsed, whichever came first. The DON stated cross contamination could have occurred, which had
the potential to make the resident sick.
During a review of the manufacturer's guideline for the AMSINO AMSure Enteral Administration Kit,
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0880
the guideline indicated Discard administration set and transition connector when delivery is complete within
a maximum of 24 hours . Do not re-use.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0908
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to maintain and calibrate (process that
ensures the reading and functionality of a device is accurate and in full working order) the
ultrasound/electrotherapy modality machine (medical device that includes both ultrasound, a method to
produce high-frequency sound waves that can travel deep into tissue and create therapeutic heat and
electrotherapy, a method that sends electrical pulses through the skin) for resident use in the rehabilitation
department.
Residents Affected - Some
This deficient practice had the potential to cause injury to any resident who used this equipment as part of
their therapy treatment.
Findings:
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/10/2024 at 1:41 p.m., in the rehab gym, the Director of
Rehabilitation (DOR) stated the rehab department had one electrical modality machine that provided both
ultrasound and electrotherapy treatment. A sticker on the ultrasound/electrotherapy machine indicated the
device was last inspected in 6/2022 and was due for reinspection in 6/2023. The DOR stated the
ultrasound/electrotherapy machine was supposed to be calibrated yearly and was overdue.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/11/2024 at 11:00 a.m., in the rehab gym, the
Maintenance Director (MD) examined the ultrasound/electrotherapy machine and confirmed the device was
due for inspection and calibration on 6/2023. The MD stated the ultrasound/electrotherapy machine should
have been calibrated yearly and was overdue. The DOR stated an outside company calibrated the machine
and was not sure why it was not done timely. The MD stated it was important the device was maintained
and calibrated according to manufacturer's guidelines and recommendations to ensure the device worked
properly and did not cause harm to the residents.
During a follow up interview on 1/11/2024 at 11:20 a.m., the DOR stated the purpose of calibrating and
maintaining equipment routinely and according to manufacturer's recommendations was to ensure the
device was safe for resident use and working properly.
During a review of the manufacturer's user's manual (revised 9/2008) for the Dynatron Solaris 700 Series
ultrasound/electrotherapy machine, the user's manual indicated the calibration process must be performed
by a qualified technician using the proper equipment with recommended calibration every six to twelve
months. The user's manual further indicated the soundheads (part of the machine that converts energy
from one for to another) of the ultrasound device must be calibrated with the device every six months to a
year to ensure proper operation and accuracy of the device.
During a review of the facility's undated policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Rehabilitation Services, the P&P
indicated equipment would be safe and adequate for resident needs and electrical equipment would be
calibrated annually.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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F 0921
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and
the public.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide a call light that was maintained in
proper working condition and without a frayed cord with inner wires exposed for one out of 24 sampled
residents (Resident 69).
This deficient practice resulted in Resident 69 using an unsafe call light and the potential to not have needs
met.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 69's admission Record, the admission record indicated Resident 69 was
originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including chronic kidney disease (CKD, gradual
loss of kidney function) and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH, enlarged prostate gland).
During a review of Resident 69's History and Physical (H&P) dated 6/28/2023, the H&P indicated Resident
69 had the capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 69's Minimum Data Set (MDS, a standardized assessment and care planning
tool), dated 10/3/2023, the MDS indicated Resident 69's cognitive skills (mental action or process of
acquiring knowledge and understanding) for daily decision making was severely impaired. The MDS
indicated Resident 69 required supervision for activities of daily living (ADLs, daily self-care activities such
as grooming, personal hygiene, dressing, and toileting).
During an interview on 1/8/2024 at 11:18 a.m., in Resident 69's room, Resident 69 stated his call light cord
was frayed and he was afraid to use it because he thought it would catch on fire. Resident 69 stated it was
not safe to have him use the call light because the inner cables were exposed. Resident 69 stated had
notified staff about the frayed cord and staff told him it was ok because the call light still worked. Resident
69 stated staff did not want to help him because they said the call light still worked but the call light
sometimes did not work. Resident 69 stated he wanted the call light replaced because it was unsafe and
because the call light did not work all the time.
During an observation on 1/9/2024 at 9:06 a.m. in Resident 69's room, Resident 69's call light cord was
observed frayed and attached to the resident's bed.
During an observation on 1/10/2024 at 2:32 p.m. in Resident 69's room, Resident 69's call light cord was
observed frayed and attached to the resident's bed.
During an interview on 1/11/2023 at 10:14 a.m. with the Maintenance Supervisor (MS), the MS stated he
did resident room rounds every day. The MS stated he checked residents call lights every day because that
was part of his job. The MS stated that he was not aware that Resident 69's call light cord was frayed. The
MS stated nurses report items to be repaired in the maintenance logbook and he did not see that Resident
69's call light needed to be replaced. The MS stated it was important to have all residents with a call light in
a good condition.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/11/2024 at 11:38 a.m. with the MS and Resident 69, in
Resident 69's room, Resident 69's call light cord was frayed. The MS stated he had checked on
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055170
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/11/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pico Rivera Healthcare Center
9140 Verner Street
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0921
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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Resident 69's call light every day that week and did not see the frayed cord and he had checked that the
call light worked. Resident 69 stated the call light did not work all the time and there were times where it did
not work. The MS stated he did not know it was not working.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Resident and Medical equipment Check,
undated, the P&P indicated the purpose of the policy was to have staff make routine resident and
environment checks to help maintain resident safety and well-being. The P&P indicated the maintenance
department will check medical equipment such as call lights.
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