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 promote dignity and respect in accordance
with the facility's policy and procedure for one (1) of two (2) sampled residents (Resident 49) under the
Dignity Care Area, when Certified Nursing Assistant 3 (CNA 3) was observed standing above Resident 49's
eye level while assisting the resident during mealtime. This failure had the potential to affect Resident 49's
self-esteem and self-worth.During a review of Resident 49's admission Record, the admission Record
indicated the resident was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted [DATE] with diagnoses
of dementia (a progressive state of decline in mental abilities) and dysphagia oropharyngeal phase (a
difficulty in the first stage of swallowing, where food is transferred from the mouth to the esophagus
[muscular tube that connects the throat to the stomach]). During a review of Resident 49'S Minimum Data
Set (MDS - a resident assessment tool), dated 11/5/2025, the MDS indicated the resident had severe
impairment (never/rarely made decisions) with cognitive (ability to think, remember, and reason) skills for
daily decision making. Resident 49 was dependent (helper does all of the effort. Resident does none of the
effort to complete the activity or the assistance of 2 or more helpers is required for the resident to complete
the activity) with going from sitting to lying down, rolling left and right in bed, upper and lower body dressing
(the ability to dress and undress above and below the waist), putting on/taking off footwear, personal
hygiene and eating.During an observation on 9/29/2025 at 2:47 PM inside Resident 49's room, Resident 49
was observed sitting up in bed, with her bed in the lowest position and CNA 3 was observed standing next
to the resident and attempting to feed her a spoonful of food. During an interview on 9/30/2025 at 1:04 PM
with CNA 3, CNA 3 stated on 9/29/2025 she was standing when attempting to feed Resident 49 during
mealtime. CNA 3 stated she should not be standing over the resident when assisting her with feeding. CNA
3 added that the correct way to assist a resident with feeding is to be sitting down next to her/him. CNA 3
further stated standing over a resident while assisting her/him with feeding could potentially scare the
resident. During a concurrent interview and record review on 10/1/2025 at 10:34 AM with the Director of
Nursing (DON), the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Assistance with Meals, revised March 2022
was reviewed. The P&P indicated, Resident who cannot feed themselves will be fed with attention to safety,
comfort and dignity, for example: not standing over residents while assisting them with meals. The DON
stated not standing over the residents means that the person assisting the resident with feeding should be
at her/him eye level so that the resident feels comfortable, respected, and provided with a dignified dining
experience. During a review of the facility's P&P titled, Dignity, revised February 2021, the P&P indicated
that, Each resident shall be cared for in a manner that promotes and enhances his or her sense of
well-being, level of satisfaction with life, and feelings of self-worth and self-esteem, and also indicated:a.
When assisting with care, residents are supported in exercising their rights. For example, residents are: a.
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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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716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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F 0550
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Provided with a dignified dining experience. During a review of the facility's P&P titled, Resident Rights,
revised February 2021, the P&P indicated, Employees shall treat all residents with kindness respect and
dignity and further indicated: a. Federal and state laws guarantee basic rights to all residents of this facility.
These rights include the resident's right to:a. Be treated with respect, kindness and dignity.
Residents Affected - Few
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716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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F 0558
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
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 three (3) of seven (7) sampled
residents (Residents 6, 10 and 43) had their call light (a signaling device, typically a button, used by
patients or residents in a healthcare setting to request assistance from staff) placed within reach under the
Environment care area. This failure resulted in Residents 6, 10 and 43 not being able to call for help when
they were attempting to reach for their call lights and placed them at risk for experiencing a delay in
receiving assistance from facility staff which could have potentially led to a fall or accident. Findings: 1.
During a review of Resident 6's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the resident was initially
admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of Colles' Fracture (a break in the distal radius [the larger
of the two bones in the forearm] near the write, most often caused by a fall onto an outstretched hand) of
right radius and osteoarthritis (a degenerative joint disease that causes pain, stiffness, and swelling as the
protective cartilage that cushions bones wears down over time). During a review of Resident 6'S Minimum
Data Set (MDS - a resident assessment tool), dated 10/15/2025, the MDS indicated the resident was
moderately impaired with cognitive (ability to think, remember, and reason) skills for daily decision making.
It indicated Resident 6 needed substantial/maximal assistance (helper does more than half the effort) with
chair/bed-to-chair transfers, personal hygiene, putting on/taking off footwear and lower body dressing (the
ability to dress and undress below the waist). The MDS also indicated Resident 6 needed partial moderate
assistance (helper does less than half the effort) with upper body dressing (the ability to dress and undress
above the waist) and needed setup or clean-up assistance (helper sets up or cleans up; resident completes
activity) with eating. During a review of Resident 6's Care Plan dated 10/2/2025, Resident 6's Care Plan
indicated Resident 6 had an activities of daily living (ADL; basic self-care tasks necessary for survival such
as bathing, dressing, eating, using the toilet and moving around) self-care and/or mobility performance
deficits and included an intervention to place call light within reach. During a concurrent observation and
interview on 9/30/2025 at 1:01 PM in the hallway outside of Resident 6's room, Resident 6 was observed
waving her hand calling for help. Upon entering Resident 6's room, Resident 6 was observed sitting in her
wheelchair to the left of her bed with her call light curled up around itself on the right side of her bed out of
Resident 6's reach. Resident 6 stated she needed help with being changed and could not reach her call
light to call for help. During a concurrent observation and interview on 9/30/2025 at 1:02 PM with Minimum
Data Set Nurse (MDSN) inside Resident 6's room, Resident 6 was observed sitting in her wheelchair on the
left side of her bed with her call light curled up around itself on the right side of the resident's bed and out of
Resident 6's reach. MDSN stated Resident 6's call light was wrapped around itself on top of the right side
of Resident 6's bed and out of Resident 6's reach. MDSN stated the purpose of the call light is for residents
to call for assistance with any need they may have. 2. During a review of Resident 10's admission Record,
the admission Record indicated the resident was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted
[DATE] with diagnoses of enterocolitis (an inflammation of both the small intestine and the large intestine)
due to clostridium difficile (a type of bacteria that can cause a severe intestinal infection leading to diarrhea,
fever, and abdominal pain) and pneumonia (an infection of the lungs). During a review of Resident 10'S
MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated the resident was severely impaired (difficulty with or unable to make
decisions, learn, remember things) with cognitive skills for daily decision making. It indicated Resident 10
was dependent (helper does all of the effort; resident does none of the effort to complete the activity or the
assistance of two (2) or more helpers is required
Residents Affected - Few
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055341
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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F 0558
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
for the resident to complete the activity) with upper and lower body dressing, putting on/taking off footwear
and personal hygiene. The MDS also indicated Resident 10 needed substantial/maximal assistance with
going from lying to sitting on the side of the bed and rolling left and right in bed.During a review of Resident
10's Care Plan dated 8/9/2025, Resident 10's Care Plan indicated Resident 10 had an ADL self-care and/or
mobility performance deficit and indicated an intervention to place call light within reach. During a
concurrent observation and interview on 9/30/2025 at 3:16 PM with Licensed Vocational Nurse 2 (LVN 2)
inside Resident 10's room, Resident 10 was observed calling out for help with his call light was observed
hanging off the right side of the bed with Resident 10 lying down diagonally on the bed with his back
towards the right side of the bed's right half side rail and Resident 10's body turned towards the left bottom
corner of the. LVN 2 stated Resident 10's call light was out of Resident 10's reach.During an interview on
9/30/2025 at 3:21 PM with LVN 2, LVN 2 stated earlier on 9/30/2025 at 3:16 PM inside Resident 10's room,
Resident 10 was calling out for help and his call light was out of his reach & hanging off the right side of the
resident's bed. LVN 2 stated the purpose of the call light is for residents to notify staff that the resident need
help and if the call light is not within the resident's reach, it poses a risk for the resident to fall if the resident
is not able to call the staff to get the help they need. 3. During a review of Resident 43's admission Record,
the admission Record indicated the resident was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted
[DATE] with diagnoses of reduced mobility (limited ability to move around independently due to physical,
sensory, or cognitive impairments) and lack of coordination (the inability to perform movements smoothly
and controlled leading to clumsiness, unsteadiness and poor balance). During a review of Resident 43'S
MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated the resident was cognitively intact with cognitive skills for daily
decision making. It indicated Resident 43 was dependent with chair/bed-to-chair transfers and needed
substantial/maximal assistance with going from sitting to standing, putting on/taking off footwear and lower
body dressing. The MDS also indicated Resident 43 needed partial/moderate assistance with upper body
dressing and needed setup or clean-up assistance with personal hygiene and eating. During a review of
Resident 43's Care Plan dated 8/10/2025, Resident 43's Care Plan indicated Resident 43 had an ADL
self-car and/or mobility performance deficit and indicated an intervention to place call light within reach.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 9/29/2025 at 10:06 AM with Resident 43 inside her room,
Resident 43 was observed lying down in bed with her call light hanging on the left side of the resident's bed
and out of reach of Resident 43. Resident 43 stated she could not reach her call light, and she would like
someone to help her. During a concurrent observation and interview on 9/29/2025 at 10:08 AM with
Registered Nurse Supervisor 1 (RNS 1) and Resident 43 inside Resident 43's room, Resident 43 was
observed lying in bed with the resident's call light hanging off the left side of the resident's bed and out of
reach of Resident 43. RNS 1 stated Resident 43 was unable to reach the resident's call light and it was out
of Resident 43's reach. Resident 43 stated she could not reach her call light and asked for help to get it.
During an interview on 10/1/2025 at 10:37 AM with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated the
purpose of the resident's call light is for the residents to use it to call for help from the staff. The DON stated
if the call light is out of reach, the resident will not be able to call for any assistance with either being
changed, needing water or wanting to be transferred back to bed and is a potential risk for the resident/s to
attempt to get up on their own and have an accident. During a review of the facility's policy and procedure
(P&P) titled, Answering the Call Light, revised September 2022, the P&P indicated, The purpose of this
procedure is to ensure timely responses to the resident's requests and needs, and also indicated to,
Ensure that the call light is
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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F 0558
accessible to the resident when in bed, from the toilet, from the shower or bathing facility and form the floor.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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F 0571
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Limit the charges against residents' personal funds for items or services for which payment is made under
Medicare or Medicaid.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a charge against one (1) of 24 sampled residents
(Resident 79) personal funds was not imposed during the resident's stay at the facility from 4/3/2025 to
6/14/2025. This deficient practice had a potential to result in emotional distress brought about by a financial
loss due to Resident 79 not receiving the required reimbursement from the facility.Findings: During a review
of Resident 79's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the resident was initially admitted to
the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of metabolic encephalopathy (a brain disorder caused by a chemical
imbalance in the body) and sepsis (a life threatening medical emergency where the body has an
overwhelming and extreme inflammatory [body's response to infection] response to an infection which can
cause damage to its own tissues and organs). During a review of Resident 79'S Minimum Data Set (MDS a resident assessment tool), dated 4/9/2025, the MDS indicated the resident was severely impaired
(difficulty with or unable to make decisions, learn, remember things) with cognitive (ability to think,
remember, and reason) skills for daily decision making. Resident 79 was dependent (helper does all of the
effort. Resident does none of the effort to complete the activity. Or, the assistance of two [2] or more helpers
is required for the resident to complete the activity) with chair/bed-to-chair transfers, personal hygiene,
putting on/taking off footwear, and upper and lower body dressing (the ability to dress and undress above
and below the waist, and needed substantial/maximal assistance (helper does more than half the effort)
with eating. During a review of Resident 79's Resident Account Detail, dated 4/3/2025 to 6/13/2025,
Resident 79's Resident Account Detail indicated an ending balance of $8,170.50.During a concurrent
interview and record review on 11/19/2025 at 8:44 AM with Business Office Manager 1 (BOM 1), Resident
79's billing records, dated 4/3/2025 to 6/14/2025 were reviewed. BOM stated Resident 79 was previously at
the facility from 4/3/2025 to 6/14/2025 and was admitted under Medicare (the United States [U.S.] federal
health insurance program for people age [AGE] and older).During a concurrent interview and record review
on 11/19/2025 at 8:51 AM with Business Office Consultant (BOC), Resident 79's billing records dated,
4/3/2025 to 6/14/2025 were reviewed. BOC stated Resident 79 was under Medicare insurance and
supplemental insurance (a type of insurance that fills gaps in a primary policy and provides an extra layer of
coverage). BOC stated Resident 79 had no share of cost (a monthly dollar amount that some individuals
with income over a certain limit must pay towards their medical expenses before their
government-sponsored health coverage begins to pay) and her co-payment was covered by her
supplemental insurance. During an interview on 11/19/2025 at 8:55 AM with BOM 1 and BOC, BOM stated
they were aware that resident 79 was requesting a refund of $8,170.50 and had reached out to the previous
owner via (by) electronic mail (email) of the facility since the facility went under new ownership on 8/1/2025.
BOC stated the old owner had told them that they would try to get in touch with Resident 79 and her family
and take care of Resident 79's refund. BOC stated she does not know what happened after that. During a
concurrent interview and record review on 11/19/2025 at 3:17 PM with BOC, an email thread between
BOC, Business Office Manager 2 (BOM 2) and the facility's previous biller was reviewed. The email thread
indicated BOC first reached out to the facility's previous biller on 8/13/2025 informing them that Resident 79
was requesting a refund and another email was sent out indicating the same thing to the previous biller on
10/10/2025 from BOM 2. No other email or communication was sent out after 10/10/2025. BOC stated they
were first notified that Resident 79 needed a refund in the first or second week of August 2025 and
provided the information to the previous biller on 8/13/2025. BOC stated the previous biller had told her that
she would reach out to Resident 79's
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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family. BOC stated BOM 2 took over afterwards and sent an email to the previous biller on behalf of
Resident 79's family on 10/10/2025 and has since not heard of anything else regarding the matter until
11/19/2025 when she was informed that Resident 79 had not yet received any refund. During the same
interview on 11/19/2025 at 3:17 PM with BOC, BOC stated the normal process when a resident is newly
admitted to the facility is to check and verify the resident's insurance and then speak with either the resident
or family representative to explain the benefits, what insurance covers and whether there are any
co-payments (a payment made by the beneficiary in addition to that made by insurance) or share of cost.
BOC also stated that since the last email sent out to the facility's previous biller on 10/10/2025, another
follow-up should have been made to ensure Resident 79 received her reimbursement of $8,170.50. BOC
further stated the importance of following up is to make sure the process is being followed and that the
residents are getting their requested refunds. During an interview on 11/19/2025 at 3:42 PM with BOM 1,
BOM 1 stated on 10/9/2025 she had spoken with Resident 79's family member about the refund and BOM
2 then sent an email to the previous biller on 10/10/2025. BOM 1 stated there was no follow up with
Resident 79's family after 10/10/2025 and had assumed the refund was taken cared of. During a concurrent
interview and record review on 11/19/2025 at 4:02 PM with BOM 1, Resident 79's billing records, dated
4/3/2025 to 6/14/2025 were reviewed. Resident 79's billing records indicated an over payment of $8,170.50.
BOM 1 stated the amount is a total of what Resident 79 was paying for coinsurance (the percentage of
costs for a covered healthcare service that is paid after one has met their deductible [the amount of money
that must be paid out-of-pocket (spending your own money) for covered services before insurance starts to
pay]) out-of-pocket.
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
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11/19/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0584
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited
to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to provide a clean, comfortable, and home-like
environment for one (1) of 24 sampled residents (Resident 25) by failing to ensure that Resident 25's room
has no pool of water beside the resident's bed and the resident's electric fan by the resident's room was not
dusty. These deficient practices caused an unsanitary environment and had potential for Resident 25 to be
placed at risk for infection and injuryFindings: During a review of Resident 25's admission Record, the
admission Record indicated the resident was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and was re
admitted on [DATE], with diagnosis of end stage renal disease (ESRD, irreversible kidney failure),
dependence on renal (kidney) dialysis (process of removing waste products and excess fluid from the
body), and paraplegia (loss of movement and/or sensation, to some degree, of the legs). During a review of
Resident 25's Minimum Data Set (MDS- a resident assessment tool), dated 9/1/2025, indicated Resident
25 with modified independence (some difficult in new situations only) in terms of cognitive (ability to think
and reason) skills for daily decision making. The MDS indicated Resident 25 required setup or clean up
assistance (helper sets up or cleans up, resident completes activity) with eating and oral hygiene. The MDS
indicated Resident 25 required partial/moderate assistance (helper does less than half the effort) with
upper body dressing. The MDS indicated Resident 25 required substantial/maximal assistance (helper does
more than half the effort) with shower, lower body dressing and putting on/taking off footwear, and personal
hygiene. The MDS indicated Resident 25 was dependent (helper does all of the effort) with toileting
hygiene. During a review of Resident 25's Care Plan (CP) focused on residents' allergic rhinitis, initiated on
8/24/2025, it indicated an intervention to keep room cool and free of irritants (smoke, dust and cleaning
agents). During an observation on 9/29/2025 at 1:36 PM in Resident 25's room, a dusty electric fan was
observed in front of Resident 25's bed. During a concurrent observation and interview on 9/30/2025 at 9:20
AM in Resident 25's room, a dusty electric fan was observed and pool of water next to Resident 25's bed.
Resident 25 warned the surveyor about the pool of water next to Resident 25's bed. Resident 25 stated he
had a shower 10 minutes ago and Certified Nurse Assistant 4 (CNA 4) left the room after CNA 4 placed
Resident 25 in bed. Resident 25 stated CNA 4 did not clean and dry the floor before leaving the room. CNA
5 entered the room and verified that there is a pool of water on the floor next to Resident 25's bed. CNA 5
stated CNA 4 should not have left the room with pool of water on the floor. During a concurrent observation
and interview on 10/1/2025 at 9:37 AM in Resident 25's room, with the Housekeeping Supervisor (HS), the
electric fan in the resident's room was observed. The HS verified that the electric fan was dusty. The HS
stated it is the housekeeping department who needs to check the cleanliness of the electric fan inside
resident's room, and if cleaning is needed, it's the housekeepers who need to report to maintenance
department. The HS stated dusty electric fan is not good to use in resident's room because the dust can
cause the resident to get sick like coughing. During a concurrent observation and interview on 10/1/2025 at
9:45 AM in Resident 25's room, with Registered Nurse Supervisor 1 (RNS 1), the electric fan was
observed. RNS 1 stated the electric fan is dirty, and full of dust. RNS 1 further stated the electric fan should
have been cleaned and should not have dust on it because the dust will move to the air and to residents
when the electric fan is turned on. RNS 1 stated having a dusty electric fan can make Resident 25 sick
such as coughing and shortness of breath. During an interview on 10/1/2025 at 9:48 AM with RNS 1, RNS
1 stated resident's room should always be kept clean. RNS 1 stated the floor of resident's room should
remain dry to avoid accidents such as slip or fall
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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because of the pool of water by the resident's bedside. RNS 1 stated CNAs should make sure the
resident's room is clean and clutter free before leaving the room. RNS 1 stated leaving pooled of water on
the floor after giving Resident 25 a shower is not a homelike environment because it is not safe for the
resident, and it looks unsanitary. RNS 1 stated CNA 4 should have told housekeeper to dry the floor and
not just leave the room with water on the floor next to Resident 25's room. During a follow up interview on
11/19/2025 at 1:30 PM with CNA 5, CNA 5 stated she remembered the day on 9/30/2025 when pool of
water was observed on the floor near Resident 25's bed. CNA 5 stated CNA 4 should have dried the floor
before leaving the room because it is not safe and it looks dirty having water on the floor. During a review of
Facility's Policy and Procedures (P&P) titled Homelike Environment, revised in February 2021, indicated the
facility staff and management maximizes, to the extent possible, the characteristics of the facility that reflect
a personalized homelike setting, that included the following: Clean, sanitary and orderly environment.
Comfortable and safe temperatures.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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F 0645
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
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 complete/and follow through with the Preadmission
Screening and Resident Review (PASARR; a federal assessment requirement to help ensure that
individuals who have a mental disorder or intellectual disabilities are placed in facilities that can provide the
appropriate care) for two (2) of three (3) sampled residents (Residents 3 and 4) under the PASARR care
area by not: Completing a PASARR level 1 screening for Resident 3 upon admission on [DATE]. 2.
Conducting a follow up to obtain a PASARR level II (a resident-centered evaluation that is completed for
anyone identified by the Level 1 Screening as having, or suspected of having, a PASRR condition, such as
serious mental illness [SMI], intellectual disability [ID], developmental disability (DD), or related condition
[RC]) evaluation for Resident 4 in accordance with the facility policy. This failure had the potential to result in
inappropriate placement and unidentified specialized services for Residents 3 and 4.
Residents Affected - Some
During a review of Resident 3's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the resident was initially
admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted [DATE] with diagnoses of dementia (a progressive state of
decline in mental abilities) and paranoid schizophrenia (a subtype of schizophrenia [a mental illness that is
characterized by disturbances in thought]characterized by prominent delusions). During a review of
Resident 3'S Minimum Data Set (MDS – a resident assessment tool), dated 9/1/2025, the MDS
indicated the resident had severe impairment (difficulty with or unable to make decisions, learn, remember
things) with cognitive (ability to think, remember, and reason) skills for daily decision making. Resident 3
was dependent (helper does all of the effort. Resident does none of the effort to complete activity or the
assistance of two [2] or more helpers is required for the resident to complete the activity) with
chair/bed-to-chair transfers, going from lying to sitting on the side of the bed, upper and lower body
dressing (the ability to dress and undress above and below the waist), putting on/taking off footwear, and
personal hygiene. Resident 3 needed substantial/maximal assistance (helper does more than half the
effort) with eating. During a concurrent interview and record review on 10/1/2025 at 10:14 AM with Social
Services Director (SSD), Resident 3's Electronic Medical Record (EMR; a digital version of a patient's
paper chart containing the resident's medical history, diagnoses, treatment sand other health information)
dated October 2025 was reviewed. SSD stated Resident 3 last had a PASARR level 1 screening done on
9/16/2019 and verified that Resident 3's admission profile indicated she was last admitted to the facility on
[DATE]. SSD stated there was no PASSAR level 1 screening done for Resident 3's admission on [DATE]
and further stated that the purpose of the PASARR is to screen if a resident has any mental/developmental
disabilities and indicated if the resident may have any specific psychiatric (anything related to mental illness
or its medical treatment) issues and needs so that the facility may address them. SSD further stated if the
PASARR screening is not done, the facility cannot comply with needs that a resident may have.
2. During a review of Resident 4's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the resident was
initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted [DATE] with diagnoses of psychosis (a severe
mental condition in which thought, and emotions are so affected that contact is lost with reality) and bipolar
disorder (sometimes called manic-depressive disorder; mood swings that range from the lows of
depression to elevated periods of emotional highs).
During a review of Resident 4's PASARR completed on 7/2/2024, it indicated Resident 4's need for Level II
PASARR evaluation.
During a review of Resident 4'S MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 4's cognitive skills
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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F 0645
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
for daily decision making was independent (decisions consistent/reasonable). The MDS indicated Resident
4 required set up or clean up assistance (Helper sets up or cleans up; resident completes activity) with
eating. The MDS indicated Resident 4 required substantial/maximal assistance with oral hygiene, upper
body dressing and personal hygiene. The MDS indicated Resident 4 was dependent with toileting hygiene,
shower, lower body dressing, and putting on/taking off footwear. The MDS also indicated Resident 4 was
receiving antipsychotic (medication primarily used to manage psychosis).
During a concurrent record and interview on 11/19/2025 at 9:13 AM, with MDS nurse (MDSN), Resident 4's
PASARR dated 7/2/2024 were reviewed. The MDSN stated she was responsible for overseeing PASARR.
The MDSN stated she is newly hired in the facility and has not checked all PASARR's yet. The MDSN
verified Resident 4's PASARR level I evaluation dated 7/2/2024 indicated level II evaluation is required. The
MDSN stated that there was no follow up made with a PASARR representative regarding the need for
Resident 4's Level II evaluation. The MDSN stated that Level II evaluation was to determine appropriate
placement and/or the need for specialized services.
During a review of the facility's Policy and Procedure titled, admission Criteria, revised March 2019,
indicated all new admissions and readmissions are screened for MD, ID or related disorders (RD) per the
Medicaid PASARR process. It also indicated if the level I screen indicates that the individual may meet the
criteria for a MD, ID, or RD, he or she is referred to the state PASARR representative for the Level II
(evaluation and determination) screening process.
(1) The admitting nurse notifies the social services department when a resident is identified as having a
possible (or evident) MD, ID or RD.
(2) The social worker is responsible for making referrals to the appropriate state-designated authority.
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055341
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/19/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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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 the Low Air Loss mattress
(LAL mattress, designed to prevent and treat pressure ulcer [localized damage to the skin and underlying
soft tissue caused by prolonged pressure]) for one (1) of four (4) sampled residents (Resident 38) under
pressure ulcer care area was set at the correct settings in accordance with the resident's weight. This
deficient practice had the potential for Resident to develop new pressure injury. Findings: During a review of
Resident 38's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the facility admitted Resident 38 on
10/11/2024. Resident 38's diagnoses included pressure ulcer of unspecified site , lack of coordination, and
type 2 diabetes mellitus (a disease that occurs when there is a problem in the way the body regulates and
uses sugar as fuel). During a review of Resident 38's Minimum Data Set (MDS, standardized care and
screening tool), dated 10/17/2025, the MDS indicated Resident 38 was dependent (helper does all the
effort) on toileting and needed substantial /maximal assistance (helper does more than half of the effort) for
personal hygiene. The MDS also indicated Resident 38 was at risk for developing pressure ulcer/ injuries.
The MDS also indicated skin and ulcer/ injury treatment included pressure reducing device for bed and
application of ointments/medications. During a record review of Resident 38's Order Summary Report
dated 11/18/2025, the Order Summary Report indicated a physician's order dated 11/3/2024 for low air loss
mattress to maintain skin integrity. During a record review of Resident 38's Care Plan, dated 9/3/2025, the
Care Plan indicated the resident has potential/ at risk for impairment to skin integrity related to impaired
mobility and fragile skin. The care plan also indicated that the resident's risk for development of further
pressure injury/ ulcers will be reduced through implementation of preventative measures through LAL
mattress for skin management. During a record review of Resident 38's Weights and Vitals, dated
11/18/2025, the Weights and Vitals indicated on 11/4/2025 at 9 AM Resident 38's weight was 139 pounds
(lbs., to measure weight or mass). During a record review of Resident 38's Braden Scale (an assessment
tool used for predicting the risk for developing pressure sores), dated 10/22/2925, the Braden Scale
indicated a score of 17, meaning resident was at risk for developing pressure injury. During a concurrent
observation in Resident 38's room interview and record review on 11/18/2025 at 9:30 AM with the
Registered Nurse Supervisor (RNS 1), Resident 38's weight dated 11/4/2025 entered at 9 AM was
reviewed. RNS 1 stated the LAL mattress setting was set at 300 lbs. RNS 1 stated the LAL mattress setting
should have been set between 140 to 150 lbs. since Resident 38 weighed 139 lbs on 11/4/2025. RNS 1
also stated that when the LAL mattress was not in the correct setting, it defeats its purpose, and it can
cause more harm to resident than prevent pressure ulcer. RNS 1 also stated Resident 28 was at risk for
developing pressure injury. During an interview on 11/19/2025 at 2:04 PM with the License Vocational
Nurse (LVN 4) LVN 4 stated Resident 38's LAL mattress setting was at 300 lbs and the dial should be set
between 140 to 150 lbs. to prevent re-opening of the pressure injury on the sacrococcyx (the fused sacrum
and coccyx, or tailbone). LVN 4 also stated that Resident 38 was at high risk for developing pressure injury,
which is why the LAL mattress was ordered for wound management, to prevent the development and
re-opening of the pressure injury on the resident's sacrococcyx area. During a concurrent interview and
record review on 11/19/2025 at 3:02 PM with LVN 5, the facilities Policy and Procedures (P&P), dated
2001, titled, Specialty Mattress- Pressure Relieving Device was reviewed. LVN 5 stated the P&P indicated
the purpose of this procedure is to provide guidelines for the appropriate pressure -relieving devices or LAL
mattress for resident at risk of skin breakdown. LVN 5 also stated under General Guidelines of the P &P
indicated to set the mattress according to the residents' weight when a resident is not able to provide the
comfort preference. During a concurrent interview and
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055341
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A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/19/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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record review on 11/19/2025 at 3:05 PM with LVN 5, the LAL mattress manufacturer's guide, dated
3/15/2016, titled, Med Aire Plus 8 Alternating Pressure and LAL Mattress Replacement System Operational
Manual was reviewed. LVN 5 stated the operational manual indicated the weight setting button, plus (+) and
minus (-), can be used to adjust the pressure of the inflated cells (the air pockets in the mattress that fill
with air to support the resident's body) based on the patient's weight. LVN 5 also stated the facility did not
follow its P&P titled, Specialty Mattress- Pressure Relieving Device and the Med Aire Plus 8 Alternating
Pressure and LAL Mattress Replacement System Operational Manual LVN 5 also stated this could possibly
cause the development of a pressure injury, or re-opening of Resident 38's pressure injury on Sacrococcyx.
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055341
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A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/19/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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F 0689
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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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
observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to identify the environment for potential hazard
for one of two sample residents (Resident 12) under accidents care area by failing to ensure the floor was
dry. This deficient practice had the potential for Resident 12 to sustain injury in an event of a fall due to the
wet floor. Findings:During a review of Resident 12's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the
resident was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and was re admitted on [DATE], with diagnosis of
end stage renal disease (ESRD, irreversible kidney failure), dementia (a progressive state of decline in
mental abilities), and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD, is a chronic condition characterized by excessive,
persistent worry about everyday things that is difficult to control). During a review of Resident 12's Minimum
Data Set (MDS- a resident assessment tool), dated 8/15/2025, the MDS indicated Resident 12's cognitive
(ability to think and reason) skills for daily decision making was independent (decisions
consistent/reasonable). The MDS indicated Resident 12 required setup or clean up assistance (helper sets
up or cleans up, resident completes activity) with eating, oral hygiene, toileting hygiene, shower, lower body
dressing, upper body dressing, putting on/taking off footwear, personal hygiene, sit to stand and chair/bed
to chair transfer. During a concurrent observation and interview on 9/30/2025 at 9:25 AM in Resident 12's
room, Resident 12 was observed sitting on the wheelchair, Resident 12 was observed approaching his side
of the bed where there was a pool of water on the floor. Resident 12 stated that he was going to his bed.
During an interview on 10/1/2025 at 9:49 AM with Registered Nurse Supervisor 1 (RNS 1), RNS 1 stated it
was important to keep Resident 12's floor clean, dry and clutter/ accident hazard free because Resident 12
can transfer independently from wheelchair to bed and vice versa. RNS 1 stated there Resident 12 could
slip and fall if the floor was wet or with a pool of water RNS 1 also added that the presence of water on the
floor was not safe for anyone walking on the area. During an interview on 10/1/2025 at 10:43 AM with the
MDS nurse (MDSN), the MDSN stated Resident 12 can transfer from wheelchair to bed with set up
assistance. The MDSN stated the staff should set up and provide Resident 12 with safe environment such
as clean and dry floor to be able for Resident 12 to perform the transfer safely. MDSN stated a wet floor
could place Resident 12 at risk for accidents such as fall incident. During a review of Facility's Policy and
Procedure (P&P) titled, Falls and Fall Risk, Managing, revised March 2018, the P&P indicated that based
on previous evaluations and current data, the staff will identify interventions related to the resident's risk
and causes to try to prevent the resident from falling and to try to minimize complications from falling. It also
indicated the following environmental factors that contribute to the risk of falls included wet floors. During a
review of Facility's P&P titled Homelike Environment, revised February 2021, the P&P indicated the facility
staff and management maximizes, to the extent possible, the characteristics of the facility that reflect a
personalized homelike setting, that included clean, sanitary and orderly environment.
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055341
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/19/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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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 provide dialysis (process of removing waste products and
excess fluid from the body) care and services by failing to assess the resident's left upper arm dialysis
access site (surgical or medical creations that allow for blood to be cleaned by a dialysis machine and
returned to the body) on 11/11/2025, 11/12/2025, and 11/18/2025 for one of two sampled residents
(Resident 25) under dialysis care area, in accordance with the facility policy and physician's order. This
deficient practice had the potential for complications such as bleeding or infection on Resident 25's left
upper arm arteriovenous (AV) fistula (shunt, a surgically created connection between an artery and a vein,
most commonly in the arm, that provides access for hemodialysis when kidneys fail) dialysis access.
Findings: During a review of Resident 25's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the resident
was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and was re admitted on [DATE], with diagnosis of end stage
renal disease (ESRD, irreversible kidney failure), dependence on renal (kidney) dialysis, and paraplegia
(loss of movement and/or sensation, to some degree, of the legs). During a review of Resident 25's
Minimum Data Set (MDS- a resident assessment tool), dated 9/1/2025, the MDS indicated Resident 25 had
modified independence (some difficult in new situations only) in terms of cognitive (ability to think and
reason) skills for daily decision making. The MDS indicated Resident 25 required setup or clean up
assistance (helper sets up or cleans up, resident completes activity) with eating and oral hygiene. The MDS
indicated Resident 25 required partial/moderate assistance (helper does less than half the effort) with
upper body dressing. The MDS indicated Resident 25 required substantial/maximal assistance (helper does
more than half the effort) with shower, lower body dressing and putting on/taking off footwear, and personal
hygiene. The MDS indicated Resident 25 was dependent (helper does all of the effort) with toileting
hygiene. The MDS indicated Resident 25 was on hemodialysis treatment while a resident at the facility.
During a review of Resident 25's Order Summary Report, dated 10/1/2025, the Order Summary Report
indicated an order monitor bruit (whooshing sound heard over an artery, usually with a stethoscope,
indicating turbulent blood flow, often due to a narrowing or obstruction) and thrill (palpable vibration felt over
an artery, also indicating turbulent blood flow) on left arm AV shunt every shift, ordered on 9/19/2025.
During a concurrent record review and interview on 11/18/2025 at 9:27 AM, with Registered Nurse
Supervisor 1 (RNS 1), Resident 25's Dialysis Communication Record, dated 11/11/2025, 11/12/2025, and
11/18/2025 were reviewed. RNS 1 stated the forms indicated a blank box for the presence of bruit and thrill,
and an incomplete dialysis access site assessment might cause confusion when delivering care to
Resident 25. During a concurrent record review and interview on 11/19/2025 at 9:50 AM, with MDS nurse
(MDSN), Resident 25's Dialysis Communication Record, dated 11/11/2025, 11/12/2025, and 11/18/2025
were reviewed. The MDSN stated the records were not filled out completely when the resident returned
from dialysis on 11/11/2025, 11/12/2025, and 11/18/2025. The post dialysis assessment, which included
cognitive status, AV shunt, access site, skin assessment and breathing patterns/breath sounds, was not
completed on 11/11/2025, 11/12/2025, and 11/18/2025. The MDSN stated the dialysis communication
record for Resident 25 should be completed by the charge nurse upon resident's return from dialysis to
know the status of the resident. The MDSN stated it was important to properly assess resident, document
accurately, and complete the dialysis communication record to make sure that resident will receive the
proper care. The MDSN added resident's who's in hemodialysis might have complications after dialysis that
might lead to change of condition and hospitalization. The MDSN stated that without the documentation
meant the post dialysis assessment was not done. During an interview on 11/19/2025 at
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055341
B. Wing
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
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11:03 AM, Quality Assurance nurse (QAN), stated assessing the resident after dialysis was important to
make sure Resident 25's dialysis AV shunt was not bleeding, and ensure Resident 25's vital signs were
within normal range after dialysis. QAN added that residents who had dialysis sometimes come back with
low blood pressure because of fluids that were removed from their body and completing and documenting
the post dialysis assessment will ensure an intervention can be done if resident has a change of condition.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Access and Care of Hemodialysis
Catheters, dated 2001, the P&P indicated care of AV fistula included the following: Check for signs of
infection (warmth, redness, tenderness or edema) at the access site when performing routine care at
regular intervals. Check the color and temperature of the fingers, and the radial pulse of the access arm
when performing routine care and at regular intervals. Check patency of the site at regular intervals. Palpate
the site to feel the thrill, or use a stethoscope to hear the whoosh or bruit of blood flow through the access.
The P&P indicated if dressing becomes wet, dirty, or not intact, the dressing shall be changed by a licensed
nurse trained in this procedure. The P&P also indicated documentation of the following: Condition of
dressing. Any part of report from dialysis nurse post-dialysis being given. Observation post-dialysis.
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055341
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COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0732
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Level of Harm - Potential for
minimal harm
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the facility's staffing
information was posted and placed in a visible and prominent area on 9/27/2025, 9/28/2025, and 9/29/2025
in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures (P&P). This deficient practice had the potential for
the residents and not to be informed of the actual number of nurses providing direct care to the residents.
Findings: During an observation, on 9/29/2025 at 8:24 AM, staffing information, dated 9/26/2025, was
posted in the hallway near the nursing station. During a concurrent observation and interview on 9/29/2025
at 9:35 AM with Registered Nurse Supervisor 1 (RNS 1), the posted staffing information dated 9/26/2025
was reviewed. RNS 1 verified that the staffing information that was currently posted was dated 9/26/2025.
RNS 1 stated the staffing information over the weekend and for today, 9/29/2025 were not posted. RNS 1
stated the staffing information that includes number of scheduled staff should be posted every day. During
an interview on 10/1/2025 at 9:30 AM with the Director of Staff Development (DSD), the DSD stated she
did not know why the staffing information she printed for 9/27/2025, 9/28/2025 and 9/29/2025 was not
posted in the hallway. The DSD stated the printed staffing information was left in the binder and was not
posted. The DSD stated that it is important to post the staffing information that consists of the census (the
total number of residents living in the facility), the total number of RN, Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs)
and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) working each shift. DSD added that this posting should be easily
seen and read by residents, visitors, and staff. During a review of Facility's P&P titled Posting Direct Care
Daily Staffing Numbers, revised on August 2022, the P&P indicated facility will post on a daily basis for
each shift nurse staffing data, including the number of nursing personnel responsible for providing direct
care to residents (means that individuals are responsible for residents' total care or some aspect of the
residents' care including, but not limited to, assisting with activities of daily living ([ADLs]), giving
medications, supervising care given by CNAs, and performing nursing assessments to admit residents or
notify physicians of changes of condition).
Residents Affected - Some
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055341
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A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/19/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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F 0806
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies,
intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure one (1) of three (3) sampled residents
(Resident 17), under food care area, was provided with a meal tray that did not contain a food the resident
was allergic to. This failure had the potential to result in Resident 17 experiencing an allergic reaction such
as anaphylaxis (a severe, whole-body allergic reaction that happens quickly and is
life-threatening).Findings:During a review of Resident 17's admission Record, the admission Record
indicated the resident was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted [DATE] with diagnoses
of morbid (severe) obesity (a chronic condition characterized by an excessive accumulation of body fat that
poses a risk to health) due to excess calories (the energy content of food and drink) and lack of
coordination (the inability to control and organize the movement of different parts of the body, resulting in
movements that are awkward, unsteady and clumsy). Resident 17's admission Record also indicated,
Resident 17 had an allergy to eggs. During a review of Resident 17'S Minimum Data Set (MDS - a resident
assessment tool), dated 7/18/2025, the MDS indicated the resident was cognitively intact (ability to think,
remember, and reason) with cognitive skills for daily decision making. It indicated Resident 17 was
dependent (helper does all of the effort; resident does none of the effort to complete the activity) with
chair/bed-to-chair transfers (the ability to transfer to and form a bed to chair [or wheelchair]), going from
lying to sitting on side of the bed, rolling left and right in bed, lower body dressing (the ability to dress and
undress below the waist), and putting on/taking off footwear. The MDS also indicated Resident 17 needed
partial/moderate assistance (helper does less than half the effort) with upper body dressing (the ability to
dress and undress above the waist) and needed setup or clean-up assistance (helper sets up or cleans up;
resident completes activity) with eating and personal hygiene. During a review of Resident 17's Care Plan
dated 10/4/2025, Resident 17's Care Plan indicated a food allergy to eggs with interventions including:a.
Consult with the dietician to make sure foods served to resident are free of allergens.b. Instruct the resident
and family in avoiding allergens.c. Make sure the resident's allergies are well documented throughout the
chart, medication records, menu cards, dietary records, and all other pertinent documents.d. Make sure
that all necessary staff members are alerted to the resident's allergies.e. Observe for signs and symptoms
of allergic reaction.f. Offer food alternatives to replace foods resident is allergic to. During a concurrent
interview and record review on 9/29/2025 at 9:29 AM with Resident 17 in her room, a picture of Resident
17's meal tray containing a piece of egg on her plate taken on Resident 17's phone dated 8/22/2025 at 7:19
AM was reviewed. Resident 17 stated she notified staff to show them the egg and reminded them that she
was allergic to eggs. Resident 17 stated nothing else happened and that she could have died if she
consumed it since she is allergic to eggs. During a concurrent interview & record review on 9/29/2025 at
9:31 AM with Resident 17 in her room, a picture of Resident 17's meal tray containing a salad and a
hard-boiled egg cut in half taken on Resident 17's phone dated 9/20/2025 at 5:08 PM was reviewed.
Resident 17 stated her egg allergy is listed on her meal tray/ card and she notified her Certified Nursing
Assistant (CNA) that night and asked her to bring her a fresh plate with no egg.During an interview on
11/18/2025 with Resident 17, Resident 17 stated the incidents that happened where she received her meal
tray with egg on 8/22/2025 and 9/20/2025 made her feel like no one cared about her. During a concurrent
interview and record review on 11/18/2025 at 12:42 PM with Dietary Supervisor (DS), Resident 17's phone
picture dated 8/22/2025 and 9/20/2025 showing Resident 17's meal trays containing eggs were reviewed.
DS verified in both pictures, egg was observed on Resident 17's
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055341
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/19/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0806
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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plate. DS stated when residents have an allergy, it is printed on an allergy spreadsheet that is checked for
accuracy and there is also a paper indicating the resident's allergy on their meal tray and all meal trays are
doubled checked before serving to the resident. DS stated it was not acceptable for Resident 17 to have
received egg on both of her meal trays on 8/22/2025 and 9/20/2025 because she could have had an
allergic reaction if she had eaten it or any food on the tray that had cross-contamination (the transfer of
harmful substances like bacteria or allergens from one surface, food, or person to another).During an
interview on 11/19/2025 at 4:55 PM with the Director of Nursing, the DON stated Resident 17 should not
have received any tray containing any food the resident was allergic to on her plate because she could
have potentially had an allergic reaction. During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled,
Food Allergies and Intolerances, revised August 2017, the P&P indicated, Resident with food allergies
and/or intolerances are identified upon admission and offered food substitutions of similar appeal and
nutritional value. Steps are taken to prevent resident exposure to allergen(s). The P&P also indicated: a.
Meals for residents with severe food allergies are specially prepared so that cross-contamination with
allergens does not occur. b. Residents with food intolerances and allergies are offered appropriate
substitution for foods that they cannot eat.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055341
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/19/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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(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 - Some
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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 facility failed to ensure proper food handling pas
practiced and was provided in accordance with the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) by failing to ensure
an open bag with eight (8) chicken patties and a cheesecake in the kitchen's walk-in freezer was labeled
with open date and best by (expiration) date. The deficient practice of failing to ensure unlabeled foods are
disposed accordingly had the potential to result in growth of bacteria and transmission of foodborne illness
(food poisoning) with symptoms including upset stomach, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea (the
frequent passing of loose, watery stools), and fever and can lead to other serious medical complications
and hospitalization.Findings:During a concurrent observation in the facility kitchen and interview on
9/29/2025 at 7:47 AM with the Dietary Supervisor 1 (DS 1), walk-in freezer was observed. There were eight
(8) chicken patties in an open bag, with no label of open date, expiration date, and no best by date. In
addition, there was a cheesecake with no label of received date (dates of delivery), expiration date, and no
best by date. DS 1 stated she did not know why some of the items were not labeled with open date,
received date, expiration date and best by date. DS 1 stated, all items that are being opened in the facility's
kitchen should have a label of the date when it was opened or first use and use by date or expiration date.
During an interview on 11/18/2025 at 2:04 PM with DS 3, DS 3 stated the food items in the facility's kitchen
without a label of open date, received date, and best by date are not safe to use/ to serve to the residents
because of uncertainty whether it is still good to use or not. DS 3 stated the 8 chicken patties and the
cheesecake observed in the walk-in freezer should be discarded because no one knows how long it has
been there, and those foods might cause residents to get sick, or experience stomach issues like diarrhea.
During a review of facility's P&P titled Food Receiving and Storage, revised in November 2022, indicated all
foods stored in the refrigerator or freezer are covered, labeled and dated (use by date). During a review of
facility's P&P titled Refrigerators and Freezers, revised in November 2022, indicated all food is
appropriately dated to ensure proper rotation by expiration dates. The P&P indicated Received dates (dates
of delivery) are marked on cases and on individual items removed from cases for storage, Use by dates are
completed with expiration dates on all prepared food in refrigerators and expiration dates on unopened food
are observed and use by dates are indicated once food is opened. It also indicated supervisors are
responsible for ensuring food items in pantry, refrigerator and freezers are not past use by or expiration
dates.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055341
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/19/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0813
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
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 facility's policy and procedures
(P&P) for food brought by family/visitors for five of seven sampled residents (Residents 4, 9, 25, 37 and 32)
by failing to ensure:1. A container of rice and noodles for Resident 4 was labeled with use by date.2. Food
was removed and discarded from the resident's refrigerator for Resident 9 who was discharged from the
facility on 9/26/2025.3. A container of pozole (a kind of soup) and bag of cabbage for Resident 25 was
labeled with use by date.4. A box of pizza for Resident 37, dated 9/6/2025 was disposed. 5. Multiple
containers of food containing rice fish, bitter melon and beef for Resident 32 was labeled with use by
date.6. Food brought by Resident 32's visitor was not left in resident's room for more than 2 hours. These
deficient practices had the potential to result in food-borne illnesses (food poisoning) for Residents 4, 9, 25,
37 and 32, with symptoms including upset stomach, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and fever
and can lead to other serious medical complications and hospitalization.Findings:
Residents Affected - Some
1. During a review of Resident 4's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the resident was
initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted [DATE] with diagnoses of psychosis (a severe
mental condition in which thought, and emotions are so affected that contact is lost with reality) and bipolar
disorder (sometimes called manic-depressive disorder; mood swings that range from the lows of
depression to elevated periods of emotional highs).
During a review of Resident 4's medical records, it indicated a diet order of renal diet (diet plan for people
with kidney disease) / Consistent or Controlled Carbohydrate diet (CCHO diet, a dietary approach for
managing blood sugar levels) mechanical soft texture (a diet of foods that are modified to be easy to chew
and swallow), regular liquid consistency, ordered on 8/22/2025, and discontinued on 11/3/2025.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 9/29/2025 at 8:09 AM with Dietary Supervisor 1 (DS 1),
the resident's refrigerator was observed. DS 1 stated there is a container of rice, and a container of noodles
with Resident's 4 name with no date when it was received and it was not labeled with use by date.
2. During a review of Resident 9's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the resident was
admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of anemia (a condition where the body does not have
enough healthy red blood cells), hypertension (HTN-high blood pressure) and dementia (a progressive
state of decline in mental abilities).
During a review of Resident 9's medical records, it indicated a diet order of CCHO diet, mechanical soft
chopped texture, regular liquid consistency, ordered on 7/31/2025, and discontinued on 9/26/2025.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 9/29/2025 at 8:10 AM with DS 1, the resident's
refrigerator was observed. DS 1 stated there is a container of sour cream, yogurt, pickles and a bottle of
prune juice with Resident's 9 name. DS 1 stated all these foods should have been discarded after the
resident was discharged from the facility on 9/26/2025.
3. During a review of Resident 25's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the resident was
originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and was re admitted on [DATE], with diagnosis of
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055341
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/19/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0813
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
end stage renal disease (ESRD, irreversible kidney failure), and paraplegia (loss of movement and/or
sensation, to some degree, of the legs).
During a review of Resident 25's medical records, it indicated a diet order of double protein renal/CCHO
diet, regular texture, regular liquid consistency, ordered on 9/19/2025, and discontinued on 11/3/2025.
Residents Affected - Some
During a concurrent observation and interview on 9/29/2025 at 8:11 AM with DS 1, the resident's
refrigerator was observed. DS 1 stated there is a container of pozole, and a bag of cabbage with Resident's
25 name and not labeled with the date when it was received and not labeled with the use by date.
4. During a review of Resident 37's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the resident was
originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and was re admitted on [DATE], with diagnosis of hypertension,
anemia and muscle weakness.
During a review of Resident 37's medical records, it indicated a diet order of regular diet, regular texture,
regular liquid consistency, ordered on 9/2/2025, discontinued on 10/8/2025.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 9/29/2025 at 8:12 AM with DS 1, the resident's
refrigerator was observed. DS 1 stated there is a box of pizza labeled with Resident 37's name, with 2
slices of pizza left inside the box, dated 9/6/2025. DS 1 stated the pizza should have been discarded and
not left in the refrigerator for a long time.
5. During a review of Resident 32's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the resident was
initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (an irregular
heartbeat that starts and stops on its own) and type 2 diabetes mellitus (high blood sugar).
During a review of Resident 32'S Minimum Data Set (MDS – a resident assessment tool), dated
10/15/2025, the MDS indicated the resident was cognitively intact (ability to think, remember, and reason)
with cognitive skills for daily decision making. It indicated Resident 32 needed supervision or touching
assistance (helper sets up or cleans up; resident completes activity) with walking 150 feet,
chair/bed-to-chair transfers, personal hygiene and upper body dressing (the ability to dress and undress
above the waist). The MDS indicated Resident 32 needed partial/moderate assistance (helper does less
than half the effort) with lower body dressing (the ability to dress and undress below the waist) and putting
on/taking off footwear and needed setup or clean-up assistance (helper sets up or cleans up; resident
completes activity) with eating.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 9/29/2025 at 8:44 AM with Resident 32 inside his room, a
bowl of fish soup on top of a plate with a half-eaten piece of chicken was observed uncovered and
unlabeled with the use by date that was placed on top of Resident 32's rolling bedside table. Resident 32
stated Resident 32's visitor brought it for him last night.During a concurrent observation and interview on
9/29/2025 at 8:51 AM with Licensed Vocational Nurse 3 (LVN 3) and Resident 32 inside Resident 32's
room, a bowl of fish soup on top of a plate with a half-eaten piece of chicken was observed uncovered and
unlabeled with the use by date that was placed on top of Resident 32's rolling bedside table. LVN 3 verified,
the uncovered bowl of fish soup on top of a plate of half-eaten chicken had no label of use by date.
Resident 32 stated he would like to eat it later & LVN 3 told the resident that she would have someone put it
in the refrigerator. During a concurrent observation
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055341
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/19/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0813
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
and interview on 9/30/2025 at 12:28 PM with Resident 32 inside his room, two Tupperware containers were
observed on Resident 32's rolling bedside with one containing rice and the other containing soup and were
not labeled with use by date or time. Resident 32 stated his friend had brought it in for him earlier that same
day. During an interview on 9/30/2025 at 12:30 PM with Registered Nurse 1 (RN 1), RN 1 stated Resident
32's friend had come by around 12:00 PM on 9/30/2025. During a concurrent observation and interview on
9/30/2025 at 3:12 PM with the Director of Nursing (DON) inside Resident 32's room, two Tupperware
containers were observed on top of Resident 32's rolling bedside table with one containing rice and the
other containing soup with a labeled date of 9/30/2025 and time at 12:00 PM. The DON verified Resident
32's food brought in from the outside at 12:00 PM was still at the resident's bedside at 3:12 PM.
During an interview on 11/18/2025 at 2:11 PM with DS 3, DS 3 stated food brought by residents, residents'
visitors/family are being stored in facility's resident's refrigerator. DS 3 stated CNAs stored the food in
resident's refrigerator, and CNAs should label it with the date when it was received, and the use by date.
DS 3 stated that partially eaten food should not be kept in the resident's refrigerator. DS 3 stated it is
important to label resident's food with use by date to ensure the resident does not consume the food after
the use by date that was labeled on their foods. DS 3 stated residents might get sick for consuming food
that is being stored there for a while.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 10/1/2025 at 10:38 AM with the DON, the facility's
policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Food Brought by Family/Visitors, revised March 2025 was reviewed. The
P&P indicated:
a. Food brought by family/visitors that is left with the resident to consume later will be labeled and stored in
a manner that is clearly distinguishable from facility-prepared food.
Perishable foods must be stored in re-sealable containers with tightly fitting lids in a refrigerator. Containers
will be labeled with the resident's name, the item and the use by date.
b. The nursing staff will discard perishable foods on or before the use by date.
c. Potentially hazardous foods that are left out for the resident without a source of heat or refrigeration
longer than 2 hours will be discarded.
The DON stated, since Resident 32's food that was brought in on 9/30/2025 at 12:00 PM was still at the
bedside on 9/30/2025 at 3:12 PM, it should have been discarded since their policy indicated foods that are
left out for the resident/s without a source of heat or refrigeration longer than 2 hours will be discarded. The
DON stated, food brought from outside the facility for the resident should be labeled with use by date and if
not properly stored could potentially cause the resident to get sick due to a foodborne illness (a sickness
caused by eating food or drinking liquids contaminated with bacteria, viruses, parasites or toxins) or food
poisoning (sickness that occurs from eating food or drinking beverages contaminated with germs, toxins or
chemicals).
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055341
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/19/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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F 0814
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to dispose garbage and refuse
(disposable material, which includes both recyclable and non-recyclable material) from the kitchen properly
when the designated green kitchen dumpster (a movable waste container designed to be brought and
taken away by a special collection vehicle) was observed overfilled with a lid covering it halfway. This failure
had the potential to result in the attraction and spread of vermin (animals that are believed to be harmful, or
that carry diseases, e.g., rodent's parasitic worms or insects) that could potentially infiltrate the facility,
affect the resident care areas and pose a threat to residents of the facility.Findings: During a concurrent
observation and interview on 9/30/2025 at 10:49 AM with dietary aide 1 (DA 1), a kitchen green dumpster
was observed at the back of the facility. The kitchen green dumpster was observed to be overflowing, and
the dumpster lid cover was halfway open. DA 1 stated the dumpster's lid was not and should be closed. DA
1 stated, The dumpster is full and overflowing, that is why the lid cannot be closed. During an interview on
11/18/2025 at 2:32 PM with the Dietary Supervisor 3 (DS 3), DS 3 stated that overflowing dumpster was
not acceptable. DS 3 stated trash needs to be entirely inside the dumpster, and lid should be properly
closed to prevent attraction of rats, insects like ants, or fly. DS 3 stated, Rats and insects that carry
diseases might go inside the facility and cause harm to residents. During record review of the facility's
Policy and Procedure titled, Sanitation and Infection Control, dated 2011, indicated to keep lids of outside
trash dumpsters closed.
Residents Affected - Few
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055341
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/19/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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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 follow their infection control policies &
procedures for five (5) of six (6) sampled residents (Residents 10, 18, 40, 61, and 77) by not ensuring:1-4.
The availability of environmental Protection Agency (EPA; a United States federal agency that protects
human health and safeguards the environment by creating and enforcing environment laws and
regulations) registered sanitizing wipes or bleach wipes effective against Clostridium Difficile (C. diff; a
highly contagious bacterial infection that causes an infection of the colon [the longest part of the long
intestine]) for Residents 10, 18, 61 and 77 on contact isolation (a transmission based precautions to stop
germs from spreading through direct touch with a patient or indirect touch with contaminated objects in
their environment) for C. diff infection. 5. Used disposable tray, disposable food containers and disposable
utensils (single use eating tools, such as forks, knives, and spoons, that are discarded after one use) of
Resident 40 who was on contact isolation, were properly disposed. These failures have the potential to
result in the spread of infection to other residents in the facility.1. During a review of Resident 10's
admission Record, the admission Record indicated the resident was initially admitted to the facility on
[DATE] and readmitted [DATE] with diagnoses of enterocolitis (an inflammation of both the small intestine
and the large intestine) due to clostridium difficile and pneumonia (an infection of the lungs). During a
review of Resident 10'S Minimum Data Set (MDS – a resident assessment tool), dated 9/5/2025, the
MDS indicated the resident was severely impaired (difficulty with or unable to make decisions, learn,
remember things) with cognitive skills (ability to think, remember, and reason) for daily decision making.
Resident 10 was dependent (helper does all of the effort; resident does none of the effort to complete the
activity or the assistance of two (2) or more helpers is required for the resident to complete the activity) with
upper and lower body dressing (the ability to dress and undress above and below the waist), putting
on/taking off footwear and personal hygiene. Resident 10 needed substantial/maximal assistance (helper
does more than half the effort) with going from lying to sitting on the side of the bed and rolling left and right
in bed. During a review of Resident 10's Order Summary Report dated 10/2/2025, Resident 10's Order
Summary Report indicated an order from 9/21/2025 for contact isolation every shift for stool C. diff.
Residents Affected - Some
2. During a review of Resident 18's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the resident was
initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted [DATE] with diagnoses of enterocolitis due to
clostridium difficile and multiple sclerosis (a chronic autoimmune [a condition where the immune system
turns against itself] disease that affects the central nervous system [brain and spinal cord]). During a review
of Resident 18'S MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated the resident was moderately impaired cognitive
skills for daily decision making. Resident 18 was dependent with chair/bed-to-chair transfers, going from
lying to sitting on the side of the bed, putting on/taking off footwear and lower body dressing. Resident 18
needed substantial/maximal assistance with upper body dressing and personal hygiene and needed setup
or clean-up assistance (helper sets up or cleans up; resident completes activity) with eating. During a
review of Resident 18's Order Summary Report, dated 10/2/2025, Resident 18's Order Summary Report
indicated an order from 9/23/2025 for contact isolation (stool c. diff).During a review of Resident 18's Care
Plan, dated 9/24/2025, Resident 18's Care Plan indicated Resident 18 had C. Difficile. The care plan
indicated staff interventions were to put Resident 18 on contact isolation and to disinfect all equipment used
before it leaves the room.
3. During a review of Resident 61's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the resident was
initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted [DATE] with diagnoses of polyarthritis (a condition
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055341
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/19/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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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
Residents Affected - Some
where multiple joints experience inflammation) and dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), oropharyngeal phase
(a stage of swallowing that involves moving food or liquid from the mouth to the top of the esophagus [a
muscular tube that connects the throat to the stomach]). During a review of Resident 61'S MDS, dated
[DATE], the MDS indicated the resident was severely impaired with cognitive skills for daily decision
making. Resident 61 was dependent with rolling left and right in bed, upper/lower body dressing, putting
on/[NAME] off footwear, personal hygiene and eating. During a review of Resident 61's Order Summary
Report dated 10/2/2025, Resident 61's Order Summary Report indicated an order from 9/29/2025 for
contact isolation precautions for stool C. diff. During a review of Resident 61's Care Plan dated 9/30/2025,
Resident 61's Care Plan indicated Resident 61 had C. Difficile. The care plan indicated staff interventions
were to put Resident 61 on contact isolation and to disinfect all equipment used before it leaves the room.
4. During a review of Resident 77's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the resident was
initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of systemic inflammation response syndrome
(SIRS; a widespread inflammatory response throughout the body) and gastro-esophageal reflux disease
(GERD; a condition where stomach acid flows back up into the esophagus, causing irritation and
discomfort). During a review of Resident 77's History and Physical Examination (H&P), dated 9/26/2025,
the H&P indicated Resident 77 had the capacity to understand and make decisions.During a review of
Resident 77's Order Summary Report, dated 10/2/2025, Resident 77's Order Summary Report indicated
an order from 9/25/2025 for contact isolation until confirmation resident is negative for stool C. diff.
During a review of Resident 77's Care Plan, dated 10/1/2025, Resident 77's Care Plan indicated Resident
77 has C. Difficile. The care plan indicated staff interventions were to put the resident on contact isolation
and to disinfect all equipment used before it leaves the room.During an observation on 9/30/2025 at 12:26
PM in the hallway outside of Resident 10 and 61's room, a contact isolation was observed indicating to
clean and disinfect reusable equipment before use on another person. A supply cart was observed right
outside the door with a purple container of Super Sani-Cloth Germicidal (an agent that kills microorganisms
like bacteria and viruses) Disposable Wipes on top of the supply cart. During a review of the facility's Super
Sani-Cloth Germicidal Wipes container, the Super Sani-Cloth Germicidal Wipes container did not indicate it
was effective against C. Diff. During an observation on 10/1/2025 at 9:42 AM in the hallway outside of
Resident 18 and 77's room, a contact isolation sign was observed indicating to clean and disinfect reusable
equipment before use on another person. A supply cart was also observed right outside the door with a
purple container of Super Sani-Cloth Germicidal Disposable Wipes on top of the supply cart. During an
interview on 10/1/2025 at 9:42 AM with Licensed Vocational Nurse 1 (LVN 1), LVN 1 stated Residents 18
and 77's room is on contact isolation for C. diff in the stool. LVN 1 stated the Super Sani-Cloth Germicidal
Wipes that are located outside the room are what he would use to clean and disinfect the objects inside the
room such as the resident's bedside table and chairs.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 10/1/2025 at 9:42 AM with LVN 1 in the hallway outside
of Residents 18 and 77's room, a supply cart was observed right outside the door with a purple container of
Super Sani-Cloth Germicidal Disposable Wipes on top of it. LVN 1 reviewed the Super Sani-Cloth
Germicidal Disposable Wipes container and stated it did not name C. diff as an organism it was effective
against.During a concurrent observation and interview on 10/1/2025 at 9:48 AM with Infection Preventionist
1 (IP 1) outside of Residents 10 and 61's room, a contact isolation sign was observed indicating to clean
and disinfect reusable equipment before use on another person. A supply cart was also observed right
outside the door with a purple container of Super Sani-Cloth Germicidal Disposable Wipes on top of the
supply cart. IP 1 stated Residents 10 and 61 were on contact
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055341
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/19/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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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
Residents Affected - Some
isolation for C. diff and the purple container Super Sani-Cloth Germicidal Disposable Wipes outside their
room would be used to wipe down the objects in their room. IP 1 reviewed the Super Sani-Cloth Germicidal
Disposable Wipes container label and stated it did not indicate C. diff as an organism it was effective
against and further stated the wipes that should be used for C. diff isolation were bleach wipes.During a
concurrent observation and interview on 10/1/2025 at 9:50 AM with LVN 2 in the hallway outside of
Resident's 10 and 61's room, a purple container of Super Sani-Cloth Germicidal Disposable Wipes was
observed on the supply cart outside of the room. LVN 2 stated since the purple container of Super
Sani-Cloth Germicidal Disposable Wipes was what was supplied outside of the room, they were the wipes
she would use to disinfect her pulse oximeter (a device used to measure blood oxygen saturation [SpO2])
that she would use for the residents. LVN 2 stated they were the same wipes she had used yesterday to
disinfect the objects in Residents 10 and 61's room. During an interview on 10/1/2025 at 9:53 AM with IP 1,
IP 1 stated it's important to provide the correct wipes effective against C. diff because an outbreak of cross
contamination with residents in other rooms could occur. IP 1 also stated C. diff spores are able to stay on a
surface for three (3) months at a time and if anyone brushes against a surface contaminated with C. diff,
they could easily transfer the bacteria to another resident if they are not using proper hand washing,
personal protective equipment (PPE; equipment worn to protect against hazards like serious injuries,
illnesses or infections) and disinfecting wipes.During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P)
titled, Clostridium Difficile, revised October 2018, the P&P indicated, Measures are taken to prevent the
occurrence of Clostridium Difficile infections (CDI) among residents. Precautions are taken while caring for
residents with C. Difficile to prevent transmission to other residents. The P&P further indicated:
a. The primary reservoirs for C. difficile are infected people and surfaces. Spores can persist on
resident-care items and surfaces for several months and are resistant to some common cleaning and
disinfection methods.
b. Steps towards prevention and early intervention include:
a. Disinfection of items with potential fecal soiling (e.g. [for example] bedpans, commode chairs, bed rails,
etc.) using a disinfecting agent recommended for C. difficile (e.g. household bleach and water solution or an
EPA registered germicidal agent effective against C. difficile spores.
5. During a review of Resident 40's admission Record, the admission Record indicated the resident was
admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of enterocolitis due to clostridium difficile, dysphagia, and
encounter for attention to gastrostomy (a surgical opening fitted with a device to allow feedings to be
administered directly to the stomach common for people with swallowing problems).During a review of
Resident 40'S MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated the resident was severely impaired with cognitive
skills for daily decision making. The MDS indicated Resident 40 was dependent with eating, oral hygiene,
toileting hygiene, shower, upper and lower body dressing, putting on/taking off footwear, personal hygiene
and rolling left and right in bed.
During a review of Resident 40's Care Plan, initiated on 9/16/2025, the Care Plan indicated a focus on
Resident 40 requiring contact isolation precautions related to Candida auris (C. auris, a type of yeast that
can cause severe illness and spread easily among very sick patients in healthcare facilities) at gastrostomy
tube site. The staff interventions indicated the following:
Handle and transport lined and waste in a manner that avoids transfer of microorganisms (germ) to
residents, staff, and environment.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055341
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/19/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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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
Implement appropriate isolation techniques by staff, resident and visitors.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Maintain adequate isolation supplies near the isolation room.
Place necessary equipment and supplies in the room needed for isolation.
Residents Affected - Some
During a concurrent dining observation and interview on 9/30/2025 at 1:05 PM, in the hallway with Certified
Nurse Assistant 6 (CNA 6), CNA 6 was observed carrying a disposable tray with disposable bowl,
disposable used spoon, used napkin and disposable food container. CNA 6 stated this was the lunch tray
from Resident 40 on contact isolation. CNA 6 stated she will be throwing it outside the facility, in the
dumpster.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 10/1/2025 at 9:20 AM with IP 1, Resident 40's active
orders and facility policy were reviewed. IP 1 stated Resident 40 has an active order of contact isolation
precautions due to Candida auris (C. auris, a type of yeast that can cause severe illness and spread easily
among very sick patients in healthcare facilities) at gastrostomy site since 9/16/2025. IP 1 stated CNA 6 did
not and should have thrown all the disposable items inside Resident 40's room for infection control. IP 1
stated contact isolation order should be followed and implemented to protect other residents from
infections. IP 1 stated the infection control policy on Disposable Dishes and Utensils did not but should have
indicated that the disposable dishes and utensils for any residents on contact isolation should be thrown
inside the resident's room or should be placed in an enclosed trash bag to be thrown in the dumpster.
During an interview on 11/18/2025 at 1:49 PM with CNA 6, CNA 6 stated she should have not discarded
Resident 40's disposable lunch tray outside the contact isolation room on 9/30/2025. CNA 6 stated
Resident 40's disposable trays should have been thrown in the trash can inside the resident's room since
the resident was on contact isolation to avoid spreading the germs to other residents. CNA 6 also added
that anything that Resident 40 used while in contact isolation should be placed in a trash bag before
transporting outside the contact isolation room.
During an interview on 11/19/2025 at 10:53 AM with IP 2, IP 2 stated disposable trays, disposable food
containers and utensils are being used for residents with contact isolation order. IP 2 stated it is important
to implement and practice contact isolation precautions to prevent spreading the infection to other
residents. IP 2 stated it was important to throw the contaminated disposable meal trays and disposable
utensils inside the contact isolation room or placed in a trash bag if they need to be transported outside the
room since it could come in contact with another resident and spread the infection.
During a review of Facility's P&P titled, Disposable Dishes and Utensils, dated 2001, indicated
single-service articles may be used to serve residents in isolation, per facility policy.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055341
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/19/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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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 ensure the ice machine drainage
has an air gap (a vertical, unobstructed space between the ice machine's drain and the building's drainage
system that prevents contaminated drain water from flowing back into the machine's clean water supply. It is
a safety feature, often a simple pipe fitting or a dedicated device, that acts as a barrier, with the most
common requirement being a 1-2 inch gap to comply with health and plumbing codes) to ensure no contact
with outside contaminated (unfit for use, or unsafe) source as indicated in facility's policy and procedures
(P&P). This deficient practice had the potential to result in backflow of contaminated water back to the ice
machine and had the potential to result in pathogen (germ) exposure to residents, which could place the
residents at risk for developing foodborne illness ([food poisoning] with symptoms including upset stomach,
stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and fever) and can lead to other serious medical
complications and hospitalization.During an observation on 11/19/2025 at 8 AM, ice machine was observed
inside the utility room across nursing station 2. During a concurrent observation and interview on
11/19/2025 at 8:31 AM with Dietary Supervisor 3 (DS 3), ice machine inside the utility room was observed.
There was no air gap observed from the ice machine's drainage.DS 3 stated the ice machine's drainage
has no air gap because it is connected to other pipes for drain. DS 3 stated usually ice machine drainage
host has an air gap to the floor drain to prevent water from backing up from the machine. DS 3 also stated
there is water dripping from the pipe. During a concurrent observation and interview on 11/19/2025 at 8:40
AM with the Maintenance Supervisor (MS), the ice machine was observed. MS stated ice machine was
moved to the utility room a month ago. MS stated the drain is a closed system, where in the ice machine
drainage hose is connected to a water storage bin that collects water, and as soon as it reaches the water
level, there is a pump in the water storage bin that will turn on to pump the water up to the black pipe that is
four feet (unit of measurement) above the pump. MS stated all the hose, water storage bin and pipes are all
connected with no air gap. MS stated the water dripping from the black pipe is a result of condensation
(when a gas turns to a liquid) from the water that is inside the pipe. During the exit conference on
11/19/2025 at 5 PM, the facility's Administrator stated, it is the regulation for the ice machine to have an air
gap. During a review of facility's P&P titled Ice Handling, dated 2011, it indicated the ice will be dispensed
through an ice machine which has no contact with outside contaminated source (human contact or
unsanitary water source.) The P&P also indicated water filters on ice machines should be checked and
maintained on a routine basis by the maintenance department and the exterior of the ice machine will be
cleaned and sanitized weekly. During a review of facility's P&P titled Food Receiving and storage, revised in
November 2022, it indicated food services, or other designated staff, maintain clean and
temperature/humidity-appropriate food storage areas at all times. It also indicated food may not be stored
under leaking water lines, or under lines on which water has condensed.
Residents Affected - Few
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055341
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/19/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Pasadena Palace Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0912
Level of Harm - Potential for
minimal harm
Residents Affected - Some
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Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single
resident rooms.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure 11 of 31 resident rooms (rooms 12, 14,
15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25 & 26) met the square footage requirement of 80 square feet (sq. ft.) per
resident in a multiple resident room. This failure had the potential to affect the residents' personal space,
decrease freedom of mobility and could compromise the provision of care.During the initial observation on
9/29/2025 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, rooms 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25 and 26 did not meet the
minimum requirement of 80 sq. ft. per resident. The residents in these rooms were able to ambulate and/or
move around in their wheelchairs freely. Nursing staff were observed to have enough space to provide safe
quality care and there was enough space for beds, side tables, dressers and other medical equipment.
During a review of the facility's Room Waiver, dated 9/29/2025, the facility's Room Waiver indicated the
rooms with 3 beds are in accordance with the needs of the residents with adequate space and do not have
any adverse effects on the residents' health and safety. The facility's room also indicated the following:
Room Sq. Ft. Bedsroom [ROOM NUMBER] - 228 sq. ft. - 3 bedsroom [ROOM NUMBER] - 228 sq. ft. - 3
bedsroom [ROOM NUMBER] - 228 sq. ft. - 3 bedsroom [ROOM NUMBER] - 228 sq. ft. - 3 bedsroom
[ROOM NUMBER] - 228 sq. ft. - 3 bedsroom [ROOM NUMBER] - 228 sq. ft. - 3 bedsroom [ROOM
NUMBER] - 228 sq. ft. - 3 bedsroom [ROOM NUMBER] - 228 sq. ft. - 3 bedsroom [ROOM NUMBER] - 228
sq. ft. - 3 bedsroom [ROOM NUMBER] - 228 sq. ft. - 3 bedsroom [ROOM NUMBER] - 228 sq. ft. - 3
bedsThe minimum square footage for a 3-bedroom is 240 sq. ft. During an interview on 11/19/2025 at 2:38
PM with Certified Nursing Assistant 1 (CNA 1), CNA 1 stated there is enough room for him to provide care
to the residents safely in all the resident's rooms. During an interview on 11/19/2025 at 2:42 PM with CNA
2, CNA 2 stated that all the resident's rooms at the facility have enough room for her to provide proper and
safe care to the residents. During interviews with residents both individually and collectively, they did not
express any concerns regarding the size of their rooms.
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