F 0600
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment,
and neglect by anybody.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview, medical record review, facility document review, and facility P&P review, the facility failed to
protect the resident's rights to be free from the sexual abuse by a resident for one of three sampled
residents (Resident 1).
* On 7/28/24, Resident 2 was observed inappropriately touching Resident 1's genitals and making a
shaking motion. Resident 1 had severe cognitive impairment and did not have the capacity to consent. This
failure had the potential to cause Resident 1 to experience sexual abuse and placed Resident 1 at risk for
psychological and emotional harm.
Findings:
Review of the facility's P&P titled Prevention of Sexual Abuse revised 11/2019 showed it is the policy of this
facility that each resident has the rights to be free from abuse, specifically sexual abuse. The residents must
not be subjected to sexual abuse by anyone, including, but not limited to, facility staff, other residents,
consultants or volunteers, staff of other agencies serving the resident, resident representatives, families,
friends, or other individuals. Under definitions showed sexual abuse is non-consensual sexual contact of
any type with a resident.
Review of the facility's SOC 341 (a form used to report suspected dependent adult/elder abuse) dated
7/29/24, showed on 7/28/24 around 1345 hours, CNA 1 allegedly witnessed Resident 2 inappropriately
touching Resident 1.
a. Medical record review for Resident 1 was initiated on 7/30/24. Resident 1 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE].
Review of Resident 1's H&P examination dated 7/22/24, showed Resident 1 did not have the capacity to
understand and make medical decisions. Resident 1 had a diagnosis of advanced dementia.
Review of Resident 1's MDS dated [DATE], showed Resident 1 had severe cognitive impairment and
required assistance from the staff for most ADL care.
b. Medical record review for Resident 2 was initiated on 7/30/24. Resident 2 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE].
Review of Resident 2's H&P examination dated 4/26/24, showed Resident 1 had the capacity to understand
and make medical decisions.
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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.
LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER
REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE
TITLE
(X6) DATE
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Event ID:
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Department of Health & Human Services
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055570
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
07/31/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
St Elizabeth Healthcare Center
2800 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0600
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Review of Resident 2's Plan of Care showed a care plan problem initiated on 4/27/24, addressing the
resident demonstrated verbally inappropriate behaviors towards the staff related to ineffective coping skills
and poor impulse control. The interventions included to document the observed behaviors and attempted
interventions.
Review of Resident 2's Change in Condition Evaluation dated 7/28/24, showed a CNA witnessed Resident
2 sitting in his wheelchair at the bedside of Resident 1 and his right hand was inserted into Resident 1's
briefs and was touching his genital area. Resident 1 was confused and disoriented.
Review of Resident 2's Change in Condition Note dated 7/28/24 at 1350 hours, showed after witnessing the
incident, CNA 1 called Resident 2's attention to stop and wheeled Resident 2 away from Resident 1. CNA 1
immediately covered Resident 1 with a blanket and immediately reported to the DON. The DON
immediately went to the room and found Resident 2 had already wheeled himself close to Resident 1's bed
again. The DON called attention of Resident 2's inappropriate behaviors towards Resident 1. Resident 1
was unaware of the situation or unable to account for the incident due to confusion. Resident 2was moved
temporarily to the facility'sconference room.
Review of Resident 2's Psychological Consult and Progress Note dated 7/29/24, showed Resident 2
reported being cognitively intact and purposeful in his actions. The Progress Note also showed Resident 2's
actions were likely due to the need for general sexual gratification and curiosity with fluctuating impulse
control.
On 7/30/24 at 1237 and 1305 hours, an interview was conducted with Resident 2 in his private room. When
asked about his prior roommates (Resident 1), Resident 2 stated Resident 1 takes off his diaper and has
exposed his penis, and that's what got me interested. Resident 2 stated he had never had these behaviors
in the past. Resident 2 stated,I wanted to look at his penis, and behind me was a nurse and I didn't care .I
wheeled over to him, touched his penis with my right hand. Resident 2 stated when the staff saw, he let go
and the DON came over.
On 7/30/24 at 1356 hours, a telephone interview was conducted with Family Member 1. Family Member 1
stated she was there on 7/28/24, and left right before 1300 hours. Family member 1 stated she received a
call from the Administrator before 1500 hours and was told Resident 1's roommate had touched Resident 1
in the private parts. Family Member 1 stated she visited Resident 1 on 7/29/24, and his hands were folded
at his stomach, he was very quiet and staring at the wall. Family member 1 stated Resident 1 seemed very
distant and was not as talkative as before.
On 7/30/24 at 1406 hours, an interview was conducted with Resident 3 with Family Member 2 who assisted
with translation. Resident 3 stated he saw Resident 2 moving and rubbing his hand in massaging motions
on Resident 1's stomach and whatever he could reach underneath Resident 1's diaper.
On 7/31/24 at 1005 hours, an interview was conducted with CNA 3. CNA 3 stated Resident 2 was verbally
inappropriate towards him when he changed him. CNA 3 stated whenever he would change Resident 2,
Resident 2 told CNA 3 to wipe his genital area more because it felt good. CNA 3 stated he had reported
this and had not been scheduled to work with Resident 2 afterwards.
On 7/31/24 at 1108 hours, an interview was conducted with CNA 1. CNA 1 stated Resident 2 had been
verbally inappropriate towards him and had asked during brief changes if CNA 1 could clean his genitals
again. CNA 1 had reported this to his supervisor in the past. CNA 1 stated on 7/28/24, at 1345 hours, he
was walking to get some supplies for another room, peaked into the room, and observed
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FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
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Printed: 05/15/2026
Form Approved OMB
No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055570
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
07/31/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
St Elizabeth Healthcare Center
2800 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0600
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Resident 2 touching and shaking Resident 1's penis with his right hand. CNA 1 stated Resident 1 was
awake, had a blank facial expression, and was not saying anything. CNA 1 stated he immediately pulled
Resident 2's hand out, told Resident 2 that he could not do that, fixed Resident 1's brief, covered Resident
1 with a blanket, pulled Resident 2's chair away, and then reported to the DON.
On 7/31/24 at 1351 hours, an interview and concurrent medical record review was conducted with the DON
and Administrator. The DON and Administrator verified the above findings. The DON stated Resident 2 has
had inappropriate verbal behavior towards the staff. The Administrator stated Resident 2 had not had any
inappropriate behavior towards the residents and did not have any indicators that they should be extra
cautious with putting Resident 2 in a roommate situation. When asked about the incident, the DON stated
CNA 1 reported to her that he saw Resident 2 touching Resident 1 in his genital area. The DON stated she
went to the room right away and found Resident 2 close to Resident 1's bed and Resident 2's hand was in
his brief. The DON stated she put Resident 2 in the conference room to keep him separated from Resident
1.
Review of the facility document titled Allegation of Abuse – Investigation Report dated 8/1/24,
showed the facility substantiated the alleged incident of Resident 2 inappropriately touching Resident 1
because there were two eyewitnesses and Resident 2 acknowledged his actions.
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