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Inspection visit

Inspection

SAN JACINTO VALLEY POST ACUTECMS #0552232 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

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

F 0755 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few 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 observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure for one of two residents, Resident 1, a medication ordered by the doctor was given as prescribed. This failure had the potential for Resident 1 to have hypokalemia (low potassium level in the blood) which could cause Resident 1 to experience muscle cramps and abnormal heart rhythms. Findings: On January 22, 2024, at 9:28 a.m., at the north unit of the facility, a med pass (administration of medications) observation was conducted with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 1. LVN 1 prepared Resident 1 ' s medications which included potassium chloride. LVN 1 placed the box of potassium chloride oral packets, which were labeled for Resident 1 and dated October 24, 2024, on top of the medication cart. LVN 1 removed one oral potassium chloride packet from the box, prepared it, and administered it to Resident 1. A review of Resident 1 ' s medical record indicated she was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses which included stroke with right sided weakness. A review of Resident 1 ' s physician ' s orders indicated .Potassium Chloride Oral Packet 20 MEQ (mEq-milliequivalent, a unit of measurement used to express number of electrolytes and medications) .Give 20 mEq by mouth one time a day for hypokalemia admin (administer) it with food/snack and full glass of water or other juices . was ordered on July 16, 2024. On January 22, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., during an interview with LVN 1, LVN 1 was asked to retrieve the box of potassium chloride packets for Resident 1. LVN 1 stated the box indicated it had 30 packets inside, it was opened on October 24, 2024. LVN 1 was asked to count how many packets were still in the box, LVN 1 stated there were 15 packets in the box. LVN 1 stated all of the packets should have been used by at least November 23, 2024. LVN 1 stated maybe Resident 1 refused the medication even before it was prepared for her, with the other licensed nurses. On January 22, 2024, at 10:10 a.m., a review of Resident 1 ' s Medication Administration Record for October and November 2024 was conducted with LVN 1. There was no documented evidence that Resident 1 refused potassium chloride packets in October and November 2024. LVN 1 stated the potassium chloride oral packets were administered to Resident 1 in October and November 2024. On January 23, 2024, at 4:15 p.m., during an interview, LVN 2 stated there were no other residents (continued on next page) 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. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE TITLE (X6) DATE FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Facility ID: If continuation sheet Page 1 of 4 Event ID: 055223 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB 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 055223 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 01/23/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE San Jacinto Valley Post Acute 275 North San Jacinto Street Hemet, CA 92543 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 who were on potassium chloride oral packets in the north unit. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm On January 27, 2025, at 2:55 p.m., during a telephone interview with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated she assumed Resident 1 ' s potassium chloride oral packets were not given as ordered. The DON stated the box of potassium chloride packets that was opened on October 24, 2024, should have already been empty, and that she expected the licensed nurses to administer the medications as ordered. The DON further stated if Resident 1 was not given her potassium chloride, she could have hypokalemia. Residents Affected - Few A review of the facility ' s policy and procedure titled, Administering Medications, dated 2001, indicated .Medications are administered in a safe and timely manner .in accordance with prescriber orders . FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 055223 If continuation sheet Page 2 of 4 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB 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 055223 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 01/23/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE San Jacinto Valley Post Acute 275 North San Jacinto Street Hemet, CA 92543 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 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure infection prevention protocols were implemented, for two of two residents, Residents 1 and 2, when a facility staff member did not perform hand hygiene in between residents ' care, and did not disinfect the automatic blood pressure cuff (BP cuff) before and after residents ' use. Residents Affected - Few These failures had the potential for the vulnerable residents to be exposed to cross-contamination and the development of infections. Findings: On January 22, 2024, at 9:24 a.m., a medication pass was conducted with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 1. LVN 1 carried an automatic BP cuff machine from the top of the medication cart and went to Resident 1 ' s room. LVN 1 applied the BP cuff to Resident 1 ' s left wrist. After obtaining Resident 1 ' s BP reading, LVN 1 removed the automatic BP cuff from Resident 1 ' s wrist and place it on top of the medication cart. LVN 1 did not perform hand hygiene and did not disinfect the automatic BP cuff machine after use on Resident 1. LVN 1 prepared Resident 1 ' s medications, went back to Resident 1 and administered the medications. LVN 1 did not perform hand hygiene after preparing the medications and after administration of Resident 1 ' s medications. During the same medication pass observation, LVN 1 was observed taking the same BP machine from the top of the medication cart and go to Resident 2 ' s room. LVN 1 applied the BP machine on Resident 2 ' s left wrist. LVN 1 removed the BP machine from Resident 2 after obtaining Resident 2's BP reading. LVN 1 placed the BP machine on top of the medication cart. LVN 1 did not disinfect the BP machine and did not perform hand hygiene. LVN 1 prepared Resident 2 ' s medications and went back to Resident 2 and administered the medications. LVN 1 did not perform hand hygiene after preparing the medications and after administration of Resident 2 ' s medications. On January 22, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., during an interview, LVN 1 stated hand hygiene should be performed in between residents. LVN 1 stated she did not perform hand hygiene before and after preparing and after administering medications for Residents 1 and 2. LVN 1 stated she did not know that she had to perform hand hygiene before and after preparing medications. LVN 1 stated she should have performed hand hygiene in between Resident 1 and Resident 2. LVN 1 stated the BP cuff should be disinfected between residents ' use. LVN 1 stated she did not disinfect the BP cuff after using it on Resident 1. LVN 1 stated she should have disinfected the BP cuff after using it on Resident 1. On January 23, 2024, at 2:32 p.m., during an interview, the Director of Nursing (DON) stated hand hygiene and disinfection of the BP cuff should be performed between provision of care of residents, as this can lead to a possible spread of infection. A review of the facility ' s undated policy and procedure titled, Policy and Procedures for Med Pass indicated .Cleanse hands before handling medication and before contact with resident . A review of the facility ' s policy and procedure titled, Cleaning and Disinfection of (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 055223 If continuation sheet Page 3 of 4 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB 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 055223 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 01/23/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE San Jacinto Valley Post Acute 275 North San Jacinto Street Hemet, CA 92543 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 Resident-Care Items and Equipment dated 2001 indicated .Resident-care equipment, including reusable items and durable medical equipment will be cleaned and disinfected according to the current CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention- a nationally recognized disease control and prevention organization) recommendations for disinfection .Non-critical items are those that come in contact with intact skin but not mucous membrane .Non-critical resident-care items include .blood pressure cuffs . Residents Affected - Few According to the CDC article titled, Disinfection and Sterilization Guideline for Disinfection and Sterilization in Healthcare Facilities, dated June 2024, .non-critical patient-care devices are disinfected when visibly soiled and on a regular basis .such as after use on each patient . FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 055223 If continuation sheet Page 4 of 4

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Citations

2 citations recorded*CMS

What do CMS severity letters mean?

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

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

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

  • 0755GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F755 - Pharmacy Services

    Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

  • 0880GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F880 - Infection Control

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the January 23, 2025 survey of SAN JACINTO VALLEY POST ACUTE?

This was a inspection survey of SAN JACINTO VALLEY POST ACUTE on January 23, 2025. The surveyor cited 2 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at SAN JACINTO VALLEY POST ACUTE on January 23, 2025?

Yes, 2 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharm..."

What type of survey was this?

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

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