F 0558
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Level of Harm - Potential for
minimal harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, medical record review, and facility P&P review, the facility failed to follow up on the
request of the resident to have the bilateral grab bars for one of 16 final sampled resident (Resident 29).
This failure had the potential for Resident 29 not to receive care timely.
Residents Affected - Some
Findings:
Review of the facility's P&P titled Resident Rights: Accommodation of Needs and Preferences and
Homelike Environment Policy (undated) showed the facility will assess and interview the residents for the
need to make reasonable accommodations, such as necessary adaptive devices.
Medical record review for Resident 29 was initiated on 12/11/24. Resident 29 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE].
On 12/11/24 at 0810 hours, a concurrent observation and interview was conducted with Resident 29.
Resident 29 was observed awake, sitting up in bed, and had turned on the call light. Resident 29 stated on
the previous day, he asked a staff member for the bilateral grab bars. Resident 29 further stated he would
like to have them to help with his turning or repositioning in bed and sometimes he used them to sit in the
middle of the bed. Resident 29 stated he felt upset because the staff member did not respond regarding his
request for the bilateral grab bars.
On 12/11/24 at 0825 hours, an interview was conducted with LVN 5. LVN 5 stated Resident 29 had
previously requested the bilateral grab bars and LVN 5 would need to inform the request to the resident's
the physician.
On 12/11/24 at 1300 hours, a follow-up interview was conducted with LVN 5. LVN 5 was asked if he had
informed the physician about the bilateral grab bars. LVN 5 stated he informed RN 1 but did not follow up
afterwards. LVN 5 stated he would follow up, and verified the findings.
On 12/11/24 at 1320 hours, an interview was conducted with RN 1. RN 1 was asked if she had informed
the resident's physician regarding the resident's request for the bilateral grab bars for Resident 29. RN 1
stated she had not and would do it.
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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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
St Elizabeth Healthcare Center
2800 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0583
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Level of Harm - Potential for
minimal harm
Based on observation, interview, facility document review, and facility P&P review, the facility failed to
ensure the privacy was provided for one of three final sampled residents (Resident 8).
Residents Affected - Some
* The privacy curtain was not pulled completely in Resident 8's room when the licensed nurse administered
the medications via GT. This failure had the potential to negatively affect the dignity of the resident and
violate the resident's rights to privacy.
Findings:
Review of the facility's P&P titled Medication Administration via Tube Feeding revised 12/2023, under the
section for procedures, showed to screen resident for privacy.
Review of the facility's P&P titled Resident's Rights: Dignity and Privacy dated 11/2021, under the section
for procedures, showed the residents shall be examined and treated in a manner that maintains the privacy
of their bodies. A closed door or drawn curtain shields the resident from passers-by.
On 12/11/24 at 0840 hours, during an observation, LVN 4 went inside Resident 8's room to administer
medications via GT. LVN 4 did not completely pull the privacy curtain when administered the medications to
Resident 8. The room door was open and Resident 8 was exposed to the hallway when LVN 4 was
administering the resident's medications via GT. Other residents and staff members were observed passing
by the hallway during this procedure.
On 12/11/24 at 1520 hours, an interview was conducted with LVN 4. LVN verified Resident 8 was not
provided with complete privacy during the medication administration.
On 12/17/24 at 0902 hours, during an interview, the DON verified all of the above findings.
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COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
St Elizabeth Healthcare Center
2800 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0604
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Medical
record review of Resident 38 was initiated on 12/12/24. Resident 38 was admitted to the facility on [DATE],
and readmitted on [DATE].
Residents Affected - Few
On 12/12/24 at 0805 hours, Resident 38 was observed sitting up in a wheelchair with a pad alarm attached.
On 12/12/24 at 0900 hours and 12/16/24 at 0800 hours, Resident 38 was observed sitting up in bed with a
pad alarm.
On 12/16/24 at 0810 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with LVN 4.
LVN 4 was asked to show Resident 38's informed consent for the use of pad sensor alarm in the bed and
wheelchair; however, the LVN was unable to provide the documentation. LVN 4 verified the findings.
On 12/16/24 at 0830 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with the
DON. The DON was asked to show the facility's assessment that was completed for Resident 38's use of
the sensor pad alarm in bed and wheelchair. The DON was unable to provide the documentation. The DON
verified the findings.
On 12/16/24 at 0845 hours, an interview was conducted with CNA 10. CNA 10 stated they placed the
sensor pad alarm in the bed and wheelchair because Resident 38 had episodes of attempting to get up
unassisted.
3. Medical record review for Resident 12 was initiated on 12/11/24. Resident 12 was admitted to the facility
on [DATE], and readmitted on [DATE].
Review of Resident 12's H&P examination dated 12/14/23, showed Resident 12 had no capacity to
understand and make decisions.
Review of Resident 12's MDS dated [DATE], showed a BIMS score of eight (meaning moderately impaired
cognition).
Review of Resident 12's Order Summary Report showed the following physician's orders:
- dated 12/12/23, for a Tab alarm in bed and wheelchair to alert the staff member that the resident was
getting out of bed or wheelchair unassisted
- dated 12/12/23, for a floor pad on the left side of bed for safety
On 12/11/24 at 0938 hours, Resident 12 was observed lying in bed awake with no signs of pain or
discomfort. The Tab alarm in bed was observed in placed and turned on with the device light blinking.
On 12/13/24 at 0812 hours, a concurrent observation of Resident 12 and interview was conducted with
CNA 11. Resident 12 was observed lying in bed, awake, alert, and able to answer to yes or no questions.
CNA 11 verified the findings.
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(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055570
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/17/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
St Elizabeth Healthcare Center
2800 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0604
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
On 12/13/24 at 1150 hours, an interview was conducted with CNA 2. CNA 2 stated Resident 12 had no
episodes of getting up from the wheelchair or bed in the past month unassisted.
On 12/16/24 at 0953 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with the MDS
Coordinator. The MDS Coordinator was asked to show the informed consents for the Tab alarm for the bed
and wheelchair. The MDS Coordinator reviewed Resident 12's medical record and verified there was no
informed consent for the use of the Tab alarm in bed and wheelchair.
On 12/17/24 at 0945 hours, an interview was conducted with the DON. The DON was informed and
acknowledged above findings.
Based on observation, interview, medical record review, and facility P&P review, the facility failed to ensure
two of 16 final sampled residents (Residents 12 and 40) and one nonsampled resident (Resident 38) were
free from the unnecessary restraints.
* The facility failed to obtain the order and informed consent, complete the restraint assessment, and
develop a care plan problem for the use of Tab alarm prior to applying a Tab alarm for Resident 40's bed
and wheelchair.
* The facility failed to obatain an informed consent and complete the restraint assessment for the use of pad
alarm prior to applying a pad alarm for Resident 38's bed and wheelchair.
* The facility failed to obatain an informed consent and complete the restraint assessment for the use of Tab
alarm prior to applying a Tab alarm for Resident 12's bed and wheelchair.
These failures posed the risk of compromising the residents' independence and psychosocial well-being.
Findings:
1. Review of the facility's P&P titled Restraint, Physical revised 5/2007 showed a physician's order is
necessary for the use of a physical restraint, explain the potential negative outcomes of restraint use, and
medical symptoms that warrant the use of restraints must be documented in the resident's medical record,
ongoing assessments, and care plans.
Review of the facility's P&P titled Informed Consent revised 5/2019 showed a physician's orders related to
the use of psychotherapeutic drug and physical restraint should not be initiated until an informed consent is
obtained.
Medical record review for Resident 40 was initiated on 12/12/24. Resident 40 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE].
Review of Resident 40's H&P examination dated 11/11/24, showed Resident 40 had the capacity to
understand and make decisions.
Review of Resident 40's MDS dated [DATE], showed Resident 40's BIMS score was three (meaning the
resident had severe cognitive impairment).
Review of Resident 40's Order Summary Report dated 12/12/24, did not show an active order for the
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055570
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/17/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
St Elizabeth Healthcare Center
2800 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
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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 0604
use of Tab alarm in bed and wheelchair.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Review of Resident 40's Restraint/Enabling Device/Safety Device Evaluation dated 12/9/24, did not show
an assessment was completed for the use of the Tab alarm in bed or wheelchair.
Residents Affected - Few
Review of Resident 40's Plan of Care failed to show a care plan problem was developed to address the use
of Tab alarm in bed or wheelchair.
On 12/12/24 at 0845 hours, Resident 40 was observed lying in bed asleep. The Tab alarm in bed was
observed in placed and turned on with the device light blinking.
On 12/12/24 at 1155 hours, a concurrent observation and interview was conducted with CNA 4. Resident
40 was observed lying in bed with the Tab alarm on. Resident 40 was awake, alert, and could answer to yes
or no questions. CNA 4 verified Resident 40's Tab alarm was attached to the resident in the bed and the
device light was blinking. CNA 4 stated Resident 40 had the Tab alarm in bed since admission for fall
prevention.
On 12/12/24 at 1356 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with the
DON. The DON was asked to show the order of Resident 40's Tab alarm in bed or wheelchair in the
resident's medical record. The DON verified the above findings and confirmed there was no order for the
use of Tab alarm for Resident 40 while in bed and wheelchair.
On 12/12/24 at 1429 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with LVN 7.
LVN 7 was asked to show Resident 40's order, informed consent, restraint assessment, and care plan for
the Tab alarm in bed and wheelchair. LVN 7 reviewed Resident 40's medical record and verified there were
no order, informed consent, restraint/device assessment, and care plan problem for Resident 40's Tab
alarm for the bed and wheelchair.
On 12/17/24 at 0818 hours, an interview was conducted with LVN 5. LVN 5 was asked if Resident 40 had a
Tab alarm in bed and wheelchair. LVN 5 stated Resident 40 did not have the order, assessment, and care
plan problem for the use of the Tab alarm in bed or wheelchair. In addition, LVN 5 stated the nursing staff
member must assess the resident first if he needed the Tab alarm then get an order from the physician,
obtain an informed consent, and develop a care plan problem.
On 12/17/24 at 0928 hours, an interview was conducted with the DON. The DON was asked regarding the
facility's restraint P&P. The DON stated the licensed nurses must assess the resident, complete the
safety/restraint/enabling device evaluation, obtain an order, inform the responsible party for consent and
develop a care plan problem. The facility did not consider the Tab alarms as restraints unless the resident
would say I cannot move, then the facility would discontinue the Tab alarm. When the DON was asked if the
resident was confused and could not verbalize their needs, how would the facility determine if the Tab alarm
was appropriate for the resident, the DON stated if the resident was confused, the nursing staff member
would monitor the resident's behavior. The DON stated inappropriate use of the Tab alarm could affect the
residents' well-being. The DON stated Resident 40 must have the order, informed consent, assessment,
and care plan problem for the Tab alarms if he needed them. The DON was informed and acknowledged
the above findings.
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(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055570
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
St Elizabeth Healthcare Center
2800 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0656
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and
actions that can be measured.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 4. Medical
record review for Resident 2 was initiated on 12/11/24. Resident 2 was admitted to the facility on [DATE],
and readmitted on [DATE].
Review of Resident 2's Order Summary report dated 12/12/24, showed the following physician orders:
- dated 11/28/24, to administer Insulin gargline solution (a long-acting, synthetic version of human insulin to
help manage diabetes mellitus) 100 unit per ml inject 16 unit subcutenously at bedtime
- dated 11/28/24 to administer lispro insulin (a fast-acting, synthetic insulin that helps people with type 1
and type 2 diabetes manage their blood sugar levels) one unit dial solution pen injector 100 unit per ml
inject per sliding scale subcatnouelsy before meals and bedtime
Review of Resident 2's care plan problem dated 4/23/24, showed Resident 2 had diabetes mellitus and was
prescribed metformin hydrochloride oral tablet 500 mg. The care plan interventions included monitoring,
documenting, and reporting to the resident's physician for the signs and symptoms of hypo and
hyperglycemia. However, the care plan problem failed to address the use of insulin as ordered by the
physician.
On 12/12/24 at 1550 hours, an interview and concurrent medical record review were conducted with LVN 3.
LVN 3 was asked if Resident 2 had received two types of insulin. LVN 3 stated, yes, insulin lispro and
glargine. LVN 3 was then asked if any care plan problem was developed to address the use of insulin. LVN
3 was unable to provide the documentation and verified the findings.
3. Review of the facility's P&P titled Comprehensive Person-Centered Care Planning revised on 8/2019
showed it is the policy of this facility that the IDT shall develop a comprehensive person-centered care plan
for each resident that includes measurable objectives and time frames to meet a resident's medical,
nursing, mental and psychosocial needs that are identified in the comprehensive assessment.
Medical record review for Resident 456 was initiated on 12/12/24. Resident 456 was admitted to the facility
on [DATE].
Review of Resident 456's H&P examination dated 11/30/24, showed the resident had the capacity to
understand and make decisions.
Reviewed of Resident 456's Order Summary Report showed the following physician orders:
- dated 11/29/24, for oxygen at 2 liters per minute via nasal canula continuously every shift
- dated 12/5/24, for CPAP setting: continues at 4 PSI, apply CPAP Q HS and remove in the morning every
shift.
On 12/12/24 at 1000 hours, a concurrent observation and interview was conducted with Resident 456.
Resident 456 was lying in bed with an oxygen at 2 liters per minute via nasal canula and CPAP machine at
the bedside. Resident 456 stated he used the oxygen during the day and the CPAP at night.
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(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055570
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
St Elizabeth Healthcare Center
2800 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0656
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Review of Resident 456's medical record failed to show a care plan problem was developed for the
resident's use of oxygen and CPAP.
On 12/12/24 at 1225 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with the
DON. The DON reviewed Resident 456's medical record and verified the facility failed to develop a care
plan problem specific to the use of oxygen and CPAP for Resident 456.
Based on observation, interview, medical record review, and facility P&P review, the facility failed to develop
and implement the comprehensive person-centered care plans for four of 16 final sampled residents
(Residents 2, 22, 49, and 456).
* The facility failed to develop a care plan problem to address Resident 22's refusal to shower, turn
positions, change diaper, and take medications.
* The facility failed to implement the intervention for 1:1 (one staff member to one resident) assistance
during meals to address Resident 49's weight loss.
* The facility failed to develop a care plan to address the use of oxygen and CPAP for Resident 456.
* The facility failed to ensure Resident 2's care plan problem addressing diabetes mellitus included the use
of insulin as ordered.
These failures placed the residents at risk of not being provided appropriate, consistent, and individualized
care.
Findings:
1. Review of the facility's P&P titled Comprehensive Person-Centered care planning dated 8/2019 showed
the resident has the right to refused or discontinue treatment. In the event that a resident refuses certain
services posing a risk to resident's health and safety, the comprehensive care plan will identify care or
service declined, the associated risks, IDT's effort to educate the resident and resident representative and
any alternate means to address risk.
Medical record review for Resident 22 was initiated on 12/11/24. Resident 22 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE], and readmitted on [DATE].
Review of Resident 22's H&P examination dated 6/5/24, showed the resident had a capacity to understand
and make decisions.
On 12/13/24 at 0823 hours, a concurrent observation and interview was conducted with Resident 22.
Resident 22 was observed lying in bed.
On 12/13/24 at 0908 hours, an interview was conducted with CNA 9. CNA 9 stated Resident 22 had
episodes of refusing to take showers, turn and reposition in bed, and have the diapers changed. CNA 9
stated the licensed nurses were aware of Resident 22's refusals for the above care.
On 12/16/24 at 0843 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with the DSD.
The DSD verified there was no care plan problem developed to address Resident's 22's refusal to
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055570
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/17/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
St Elizabeth Healthcare Center
2800 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
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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 0656
shower, turn positions, change diaper, and take medications.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
2. Medical record review for Resident 49 was initiated on 12/11/24. Resident 49 was admitted to the facility
on [DATE].
Residents Affected - Few
Review of Resident 49's H&P examination dated 11/15/24, showed the resident had a capacity to
understand and make decisions.
Review of Resident 49's Order Summary Report dated 12/12/24 showed the following physician orders:
- dated 11/15/14, for the resident to have 1:1 meal assistance feeder with the meals.
On 12/11/24 at 1223 hours, during the dining observation for Resident 49. Resident 49 was observed
eating by himself. There was no staff member observed assisting the resident with his meal.
On 12/13/24 at 1242 hours, during the dining observation for Resident 49, the resident was observed
refusing to eat his lunch. Resident 49 requested for an ice cream. There were no staff observed helping
Resident 49 with his meals.
On 12/16/24 at 1323 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with LVN 4.
LVN 4 verified Resident 49 had a 36 lbs weight loss in 26 days. LVN 4 verified there was an order for 1:1
meal assistance feeder during the meals; however, the 1:1 meal assistance was not implemented.
On 12/17/24 at 0945 hours, an interview was conducted with the DON. The DON was informed and
acknowledged above findings.
Cross reference to F692.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
St Elizabeth Healthcare Center
2800 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
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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 0658
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, facility document review, and facility P&P review, the facility failed to follow the
professional standards of clinical practice accepted for the administration of GT medications for one of two
residents (final sampled resident, Resident 8) observed for medication administration receiving GT
medications.
Residents Affected - Few
* LVN 4 did not flush the GT in between the administering of three of eight medications for Resident 8. This
failure had the potential to disrupt the flow of medications and clog the GT affecting the patency and
placement of Resident 8's GT.
Findings:
Review of the facility's P&P titled Medication Administration via Feeding Tube revised 12/2023 showed
under Guidelines: If administering several medications, administer each one separately, the tube should be
flushed with at least 5 ml of water between medications.
According to the NIH's National Library of Medicine Open Resources for Nursing (Open RN) Nursing Skills
2021 page 14, under Enteral Medication Administration: medications given through enteral feeding tube
should not be mixed because of the risks of physical and chemical incompatibilities, tube obstruction, and
altered therapeutic drug responses. Between each medication, the tube is flushed with 15 ml of water.
Review of Resident 8's medical record was initiated on 12/11/24. Resident 8 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE].
Review of Resident 8's Order Summary Report dated 12/12/24, showed the following physician orders:
- dated 10/7/24, aspirin (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug) 81 mg one tablet via GT one time a day
- dated 10/14/24, sodium chloride (supplement) 1 gm one tablet via GT two times a day
- dated 10/7/24, cyanocobalamin (vitamin B 12 supplement) 1000 mcg one tablet via GT one time a day
- dated 10/10/24, multivitamin one tablet via GT one time a day
- dated 10/7/24, Cozaar (antihypertensive medication) 50 mg one tablet via GT one time a day
- dated 12/9/24, Azithromycin (antibiotic) 250 mg one tablet by mouth one time a day
- dated 10/20/24, demeclocycline hcl (antibiotic) 150 mg one tablet via GT two times a day
- dated 11/20/24, acetaminophen (analgesic medication) 325 mg two tablets via GT every four hours as
needed
On 12/11/24 at 0840 hours, a concurrent medication administration observation for Resident 8 and
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Fullerton, CA 92835
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F 0658
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
interview was conducted with LVN 4. LVN 4 administered eight medications via GT to Resident 8. Resident
8's GT was flushed in between the first five medications administered (aspirin, sodium chloride,
cyanocobalamin, multivitamin, and Cozaar). LVN 4 did not flush the GT in between the last three
medications administered (Azithromycin, demeclocycline hcl, and acetaminophen). LVN 4 stated the
process of administering the medications via GT included flushing the GT with 10-15 ml of water after each
medication administered. LVN 4 acknowledged he might have missed flushing the GT for the last few
medications administered to the resident.
On 12/17/24 at 0902 hours, an interview with the DON was conducted. The DON verified all of the above
findings.
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Fullerton, CA 92835
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F 0692
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, medical record review, and facility P&P review, the facility failed to ensure the
appropriate services needed to maintain the acceptable parameters of nutritional status were provided for
one of one final sampled resident (Resident 49) reviewed for weight loss.
Residents Affected - Few
* The facility failed to ensure the RD's recommendations on 12/12/24, were followed up with the physician
and addressed in the IDT weight variance meeting when Resident 49 had a severe weight loss of 36 lbs in
26 days. This failure had the potential for Resident 49 not to receive the necessary intervention to prevent
further weight loss.
Finding :
Review of the facility's P&P titled Nutrition Care Management revised dated 7/2021 showed the
recommendation based on the nutritional goals will be communicated via electronic system and the
Licensed Nurse will confirm to document the physician prescription. The MD declination of RDN
recommendation will be documented in the Progress Notes. The expectation that the RDN will be carried
out before any effects.
Medical record review for Resident 49 was initiated on 12/11/24. Resident 49 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE].
Review of Resident 49's H&P examination dated 11/15/24, showed the resident had capacity to understand
and make decisions.
Review of Resident 49's Weight Summary showed the following weights:
- on 11/15/24, 233 lbs;
- on 11/18/24, 223 lbs, a weight loss of 10 lbs from 11/15;
- on 11/23/24, 220 lbs; a weight loss of 3 lbs from 11/18;
- on 11/25/24, 216 lbs; a weight loss of 4 lbs from 11/23;
- on 12/3/24, 202 lbs; a weight loss of 14 lbs from 11/25; and
- on 12/10/24, 197 lbs; a weight loss of 5 lbs from 12/3
Review of Resident 49's Order Summary report showed a physician's order dated 11/27/24, for a
mechanical soft chopped diet, regular with thin liquid.
Review of Resident 49's Nutrition IDT note dated 12/12/24, showed Resident 49 with 36 lbs weight loss in
26 days which was undesirable weight loss related to the resident's poor oral intake. The IDT
recommendations/comments showed the RD had the following recommendations:
- fortify the current diet order;
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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Fullerton, CA 92835
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F 0692
- one pack Arginaid (nutritional supplement) BID x 14 days; and
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
- 30 ml of ProStat (liquid protein supplement) every day
Residents Affected - Few
On 12/16/24 at 1353 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with the RD.
The RD was asked what the facility's plan was to address Resident 49's weight loss. The RD stated she
had some recommendations for Resident 49 weight loss related to the resident's poor oral intake. Review of
Resident 49's medical record with the RD failed to show the recommendations of the RD on 12/12/24, was
communicated with the resident's physician. The RD verified the recommendations made on 12/12/24, were
not followed.
On 12/16/24 at 1431 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with the RD
and DON. Review of Resident 49's medical record failed to show documentation the facility had
communicated and followed up with the resident's physician regarding the RD's recommendations on
12/12/24.
On 12/17/24 at 0945 hours, an interview was conducted with the DON. The DON was informed and
acknowledged above findings.
Cross reference to F656, example #2.
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2800 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
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F 0695
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, medical record review, and facility P&P review, the facility failed to ensure one of five
final sampled residents (Resident 6) reviewed for respiratory care was provided with the appropriate
respiratory care when:
Residents Affected - Few
* The facility failed to ensure the physician's order for CPAP had a schedule when to apply and remove the
CPAP for Resident 6. Additionally, Resident 6's medical record did not show the CPAP was applied from
12/9 to 12/11/24.
* The facility failed to ensure the physician's order for cleaning and maintenance of Resident 6's CPAP was
accurate. The physician's order showed to clean the humidified container but Resident 6's CPAP had no
humidified container.
These failures had the potential to affect the respiratory health and well-being of Resident 6.
Findings:
Review of the facility's P&P titled BiPAP and CPAP (undated) showed the cleaning and maintenance: hand
wash the tubing once a week with warm water and soap and allow to air dry.
Review of the facility's P&P titled Physician Orders revised 11/2019 showed the physician's orders shall be
obtained prior to the initiation of any medication or treatment. The guidelines section showed all orders
must be specific and complete with all the necessary details to carry out the prescribed orders without any
question.
On 12/11/24 at 0917 hours, a concurrent observation and interview was conducted with Resident 6.
Resident 6 stated she did not put her CPAP on for two nights. Resident 6 further stated she was supposed
to have the CPAP on every night to help her with her breathing. Resident 6 stated she did not refuse the
CPAP and the CPAP was not offered to her by the staff member.
Medical record review for Resident 6 was initiated on 12/11/24. Resident 6 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE].
Review of Resident 6's MDS dated [DATE], showed Resident 6's cognition was moderately impaired.
Review of Resident 6's Order Summary Report for December 2024 showed the following physician's
orders:
- dated 12/9/24, to apply CPAP setting: pressure 4.0 cm H20. The order failed to show the schedule for
when to apply and remove the CPAP.
- dated 11/25/24, to clean the humidified container: wash with hot water and soap, leave open to air dry
every Sunday.
a. Review of Resident 6's medical record did not show Resident 6's CPAP was applied from 12/9 to
12/11/24.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
St Elizabeth Healthcare Center
2800 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
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F 0695
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
On 12/13/24 at 1007 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with LVN 1.
LVN 1 verified the order for the CPAP setting was incomplete. LVN 1 stated the licensed nurse should have
clarified this order. LVN 1 further stated the order should have the times for the CPAP setting, such as when
the machine to be on at bedtime and off in the morning when the resident wakes up. LVN 1 acknowledged
there was no documentation Resident 6 had the CPAP applied from 12/9 to 12/11/24.
Residents Affected - Few
On 12/13/24 at 1450 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with LVN2.
LVN 2 acknowledged the order for the CPAP setting was incomplete. LVN 2 stated the licensed nurse
should have verified with the physician to obtain the correct order. LVN 2 further stated the physician's order
should have the instruction when to apply and remove the CPAP.
On 12/17/24 at 0736 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with the
DON. The DON was informed of the above findings. The DON stated Resident 6's physician's order should
include the schedule to apply the CPAP at hour of sleep and remove the CPAP when the resident woke up
in the morning. The DON acknowledged there was no documentation Resident 6's CPAP was applied from
12/9 to 12/11/24. The DON stated the physician's order did not go through the MAR because the order did
not include when to apply the CPAP.
b. Review of Resident 6's TAR for December 2024 showed the CPAP humidified container was washed with
hot water and soap, left open to air dry on 12/1/24 and 12/8/24.
On 12/13/24 at 1450 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with LVN 2.
LVN 2 verified Resident 6's TAR showed the CPAP humidified container was washed with hot water on 12/1
and 12/8/24. LVN 2 acknowledged the physician's order was incorrect because Resident 6's CPAP had no
humidified container. LVN further stated Resident 6's CPAP had a filter. LVN 2 stated the licensed nurse
should have checked Resident 6's CPAP, called the respiratory therapist from the home care provider, and
called Resident 6's physician.
On 12/17/24 at 0736 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with the
DON. The DON verified the physician's order to wash Resident 6's CPAP humidified container with hot
water. The DON stated the staff should not use hot water because the CPAP was made of plastic. The DON
acknowledged Resident 6's CPAP had no humidified container. The DON further stated the licensed nurse
should have clarified the physician's order that Resident 6's CPAP had no humidified container and should
have checked with the manufacturer. The DON stated there was no documentation Resident 6's CPAP filter
was cleaned because there was no physician's order to clean the CPAP filter. The DON stated Resident 6's
CPAP filter was cleaned on 12/13/24. The DON stated if the filter was not cleaned, then the CPAP would
not be effectively functioning as it should be.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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Fullerton, CA 92835
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F 0697
Provide safe, appropriate pain management 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
observation, interview, medical record review, and facility P&P review, the facility failed to provide the
necessary care and services to maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial
well-being for one of 16 final sampled residents (Resident 354).
Residents Affected - Few
* The facility failed to completely assess Resident 354 for pain prior to administering oxycodone (narcotic
analgesic medication). This failure had the potential to cause increased pain and distress to the resident.
Findings:
Review of the facility's P&P titled Recognition and Management of Pain dated 7/2017 showed the pain will
be documented in the EHR using a scale of 1-10 (with zero = no pain and 10 = worst pain). Monitoring: the
interdiscplincary Care plan will reflect the location and the type of pain, pharmacologial and non
pharmcological intervention, with evalution and revision as indicated.
Medical record review for Resident 354 was initiated on 12/11/24. Resident 354 was admitted to the facility
on [DATE].
Review of Resident 354's care plan to address the resident's pain medication therapy related to spine
fractures dated 12/12/24, showed the approaches included the following:
- administering analgesic medication as per the orders
- giving medication 1/2 hour before treatments or care
- anticipating the need for pain relief and responding immediately to any complaints of pain
- following the pain scale to medicate as ordered
- monitoring and recording pain characteristics: quality (e.g., sharp, burning); severity (1 to 10 pain scale);
anatomical location; onset; duration (e.g., continuous, intermittent); aggravating factors; and relieving factors
- monitoring, recording, and reporting to the nurse for any signs/symptoms of non-verbal pain: changes in
breathing (noisy, deep/shallow, labored, fast/slow); vocalizations (grunting, moans, yelling out, silence);
mood/behavior (changes, more irritable, restless, aggressive, squirmy, constant motion); eyes (wide
open/narrow slits/shut, glazed, tearing, no focus); face (sad, crying, worried, scared, clenched teeth,
grimacing); and body (tense, rigid, rocking, curled up, thrashing).
Review of Resident 354's Order Summary Report showed the following physician orders:
- dated 12/6/24, to administer oxycodone hcl 10 mg one tablet by mouth every six hours as needed for
severe pain (pain levels 7-10).
- dated 12/6/24, Tylenol (analgesic) 325 mg two tablets by mouth every six hours for pain management.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
St Elizabeth Healthcare Center
2800 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
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F 0697
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
On 12/11/24 at 0940 hours, Resident 354 was observed turned on the call light and requested for a pain
medication from RN 2. Resident 354 stated he would like to have the pain medication before exercising with
the physical therapist. RN 2 went into the room and stated they would let the nurse know. RN 2 did not
assess Resident 354's pain level or offer nonpharmacological interventions.
On 12/11/24 at 1020 hours, an interview was conducted with Resident 354. Resident 354 was asked if any
of the staff member responded to the call light. Resident 354 stated a staff member came in and was
informed of the resident's need for pain medication. Resident 354 stated the staff member responded that it
would take a long time and did not explain why. Resident 354 expressed a concern that this had happened
before. Resident 354 felt upset because he had to wait approximately one hour to get his pain medication.
Resident 354 stated the staff member did not ask what his pain level was, assess his pain, or offer any
other alternatives.
On 12/11/24 at 1025 hours, during an observation, the PT and OT were both observed going into the room
to provide exercise to Resident 354. Resident 354 refused to perform exercise before getting the pain
medication and stated he needed it before exercising.
On 12/11/24 at 1040 hours, an interview was conducted with the OT. The OT stated Resident 354 would
like to have a pain medication administered before exercising. The OT stated she informed LVN 4.
On 12/11/24 at 1055 hours, an interview was conducted with RN 2. RN 2 stated she informed LVN 4 about
Resident 354's pain but LVN 4 was busy. RN 2 was asked if they assessed the pain level of Resident 354
and followed up with the resident about the pain or offered nonpharmacological interventions. RN 2
acknowledged they did not ask or follow up on Resident 354's pain level. RN 2 was asked if another nurse
could administer Resident 354's pain medication when the assigned LVN was busy. RN 2 stated they could
and verified the above findings.
On 12/11/24 at 1120 hours, LVN 4 was observed administering oxycodone medication for pain to Resident
354. LVN 4 did not ask Resident 354's pain level, location, and frequency of pain.
On 12/11/24 at 1130 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with LVN 4.
LVN 4 stated he did not ask or assess Resident 354's pain level, quality, anatomical location, onset,
duration, aggravating factors, and relieving factors. LVN 4 verified the above findings.
On 12/17/24 at 1000 hours, the DON was informed and verified the findings.
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Fullerton, CA 92835
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F 0755
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a
licensed pharmacist.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, medical record review, facility document review, and facility P&P review, the facility
failed to provide the necessary pharmaceutical services when:
* The facility failed to ensure the accurate and complete documentation of the controlled medications
administered for one nonsampled resident (Resident 356).
* The facility failed to ensure the narcotic sheets had the nurses' initials and signatures for one of two
medication carts (Medication Cart 1).
* Medication Cart 1 was left unlocked in an area where the residents, other staff, or visitors could access it.
These failures had the potential for the medications to be administered in error and opportunities for drug
diversion or drug misuse.
Findings:
1. Review of the facility's P&P titled Controlled Medications revised 12/2019 showed when a controlled
medication is administered, the licensed nurse administering the medication immediately enters all of the
following information on the accountability record: date of administration, amount administered, signature of
nurse administering the dose, completed after the medication is actually administered.
Review of the facility's P&P titled Medication Administration revised 8/2021 showed the staff member
administering the medication must record such information on the resident's MAR before administering the
next resident's medication.
Review of Medication Cart 2's Controlled Substances Book for the narcotic count sheets showed on
12/7/24 at 1100 hours, there were 17 tablets of oxycodone 5 mg as amount on hand for Resident 356, and
one tablet was removed with a total amount of 16 tablets left and documented on the narcotic count of
Resident 356's oxycodone 5 mg tablet medication.
Medical record review for Resident 365 was initiated on 12/13/24. Resident 365 was admitted to the facility
on [DATE].
Review of Resident 356's Order Summary Report dated 12/12/24, showed an order dated 12/6/24, for
oxycodone hcl oral tablet 5 mg by mouth every four hours as needed for moderate pain (pain levels 4-6,
using the 0-10 pain scale; zero meaning no pain and 10 meaning worst pain) to severe pain (pain levels
7-10).
Review of Resident 356's MAR failed to show documented evidence the oxycodone hcl medication was
administered to Resident 356 on 12/7/24 at 1100 hours.
On 2/17/24 at 0902 hours, an interview and concurrent medical record review was conducted with the
DON. The DON was informed and verified all of the above findings.
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STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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Fullerton, CA 92835
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F 0755
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
2. Review of the facility's P&P titled Controlled Medication revised 12/2019 showed at each shift change, a
physical inventory of all controlled medications is conducted by the licensed nurses and is documented on
an audit record. Alternatively, the shift change audit may be recorded on the accountability record is there is
a designated column for the audit.
Review of Medication Cart 1's Controlled Substances Book for the narcotic count sheet showed multiple
entries were missing the nurses' signatures and initials when the incoming and outgoing nurses counted
the narcotic medication on the following dates and times:
- 9/28/24 at 1500 - 2300 hours, for the incoming nurse
- 10/3/24 at 0700 - 1500 hours, for the outgoing nurse
- 10/7/24 at 0700 - 1500 hours, for the outgoing nurse
- 10/11/24 at 2300- 0700 hours, for the outgoing nurse
- 10/11/24 at 1500 - 2300 hours, for the incoming nurse
- 10/27/24 at 0700- 1500 hours, for the incoming nurse
- 11/14/24 at 1500 - 2300 hours, for the outgoing nurse
- 11/15/24 at 0700- 1500 hours, for the incoming nurse
On 12/13/24 at 0835 hours, a concurrent interview and facility document review was conducted with the
DON. The DON reviewed Medication Cart 1's Controlled Substances Book and verified there were no
signatures and initials from the nurses for the above dates and times. The DON verified it should have been
done.
3. Review of the facility's P&P titled Medication Access and Storage revised 2/2019 showed the medication
rooms, carts, and medication supplies are locked or attended by the persons with authorized access.
On 12/11/24 at 0840 hours, a concurrent observation and interview was conducted with LVN 4. LVN 4 left
the medication cart unlocked and went into a resident's room to administer the medications. LVN 4 verified
the medication cart was not locked when he went inside the resident's room to administer medications.
On 2/17/24 at 0902 hours, an interview was conducted with the DON. The DON was informed and verified
all of the above findings.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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055570
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/17/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
St Elizabeth Healthcare Center
2800 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0758
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated,
prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic
medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview, medical record review, and facility P& P review, the facility failed to ensure two of five final
sampled residents (Residents 6 and 49) reviewed for unnecessary medications were free from the
unnecessary psychotropic medications.
* There were no specific resident-centered goals to monitor for increased appetite for Resident 6's use of
mirtazapine (antidepressant medication).
* There was no evidence of non-pharmacological interventions for Resident 49's use of escitalopram
(antidepressant medication)
These failures had the potential to result in unnecessary use of, ineffective and/ or lack of monitoring or
interventions for psychotropic medications that could negatively affect Residents 6 and 49's highest
practicable mental, physical, and psychosocial well- being.
Findings:
1. Review of the facility's P&P titled Psychotropic Drug Use revised 8/2017 showed the licensed nurses
shall review the classification of the drug, the appropriateness of the diagnosis, its indication/ behavior
monitoring and related adverse side effects prior to verification of admission orders with the attending
physician. The residents with prescribed psychotropic drugs will be monitored for adverse consequences,
and effectiveness of medications are in place by the Psychotropic Drug Review Committee.
Medical record review for Resident 6 was initiated on 12/12/24. Resident 6 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE].
Review of Resident 6's Order Summary Report dated 12/16/24, showed the following physician orders:
- dated 11/25/24, for mirtazapine (antidepressant medication) oral tablet 30 mg one tablet by mouth at
bedtime for depression manifested by poor oral intake
- dated 11/25/24, for antidepressants' common side effects: sedation, drowsiness, headache, decreased
appetite, blurred vision, urinary retention; extrapyramidal symptoms every shift
- dated 11/25/24, to monitor episodes of depression as evidenced by poor meal intake every shift
Review of Resident 6's MAR for December 2024 showed the following:
- mirtazapine oral tablet 30 mg was documented as administered from 12/1 nightly until 12/11/24.
- monitoring of common side effects with documented results of negative observation including decreased
appetite on all the shifts from 12/1 to 12/12/24.
- monitoring of the episodes of the depression as evidenced by poor meal intake every shift was
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055570
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
St Elizabeth Healthcare Center
2800 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0758
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
documented as follows: the resident did not eat on 12/1, 12/3, 12/5 to 12/12 from 0700-1300 hours, 12/1,
12/2, 12/7 to 12/10 from 1300-2300 hours, 12/1 to 12/11 from 2300-0700 hours; the resident refused meals
on 12/2 from 0700-1300 hours, and 12/4 to 12/6, and 12/11/24 from 1300-2300 hours.
Review of Resident 6's CNA Plan of Care Response dated 12/1 to 12/16/24, showed the percentage of the
resident's meals eaten as follows:
- From 0-25%, 20 episodes
- From 26- 50%, 13 episodes
- From 51-75%, nine episodes
- From 76- 100%, seven episodes
Further review of Resident 6's medical record failed to show documented evidence of specific
resident-centered goal to monitor and evaluate if the mirtazapine was effectively used.
On 12/13/24 at 1455 hours, a telephone interview was conducted with the facility's Pharmacy Consultant.
The Pharmacy Consultant was asked about the process of medication review on new admissions. The
Pharmacy Consultant stated the facility's pharmacist would review the newly admitted medications within
24 hours. The facility's drug regimen review was performed monthly or as often as needed. The Pharmacy
Consultant stated they did not review Resident 6's drug regimen review as of yet.
On 12/17/24 at 0902 hours, an interview and concurrent medical record review was conducted with the
DON. The DON verified the indication for poor meal intake did not specify the percentage that needed to be
monitored. The DON verified the above findings and acknowledged the facility did not have a specific order
for for the use of mirtazapine.
2. Review of the facility's P&P titled Psychotropic medications revised 8/2017 showed the newly admitted
residents with psychiatric, mood or behavior disorders, mental and psychosocial difficulties and/or with
physician's orders for psychotropic medications will be referred to the facility's Psychotropic Drug Review
Committee and/or Psychiatrist to ensure a review of plan of care shows individualized, person centered
care approaches to manage behavior with non- pharmacological interventions.
Medical record review for Resident 49 was initiated on 12/13/24. Resident 49 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE].
Review of Resident 49's H&P examination dated 11/15/24, showed Lexapro (antidepressant) 5 mg daily as
one of the medications listed. A review of psychiatric symptoms showed no depression, no anxiety, and no
panic attacks. The assessment and plan section showed the resident with depressive disorder recurrent
eurythmic (feeling of cheerfulness calmness) at this time. Resident 49 was on Lexapro daily.
Review of Resident 49's Order Summary Report dated 12/12/ 24, showed the following physician orders:
- dated 11/15/24, for antidepressants' common side effects: sedation, drowsiness, headache, decreased
appetite; less common side effect: dry mouth blurred vision, urinary retention; rare side
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
St Elizabeth Healthcare Center
2800 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
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F 0758
effects: extra pyramidal every shift
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
- dated 11/15/24, to monitor episodes of depression as evidenced by verbalization of feeling depressed
every shift
Residents Affected - Few
- dated 11/15/24, for escitalopram oxalate (Lexapro) oral tablet 5 mg by mouth one time a day for
depression manifested by verbalization of feeling depressed
Review of Resident 49's care plan revised 11/16/24, showed a care plan problem addressing the use of the
antidepressant medications related to depression manifested by verbalization of feeling depressed. The
interventions including for non- pharmacological interventions were as follows: done back rub, redirections,
speak to/approach in a calm manner reposition/offer snacks/ encourage to express feelings, take to
activities, provide reassurance, and frequent family visits.
On 12/16/24 at 1124 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with LVN 8.
LVN 8 reviewed Resident 49's orders related to Lexapro use and was unable to show the
non-pharmacological interventions were implemented and monitored for the effectiveness in the physician's
order, nurses notes, or MAR. LVN 8 acknowledged there was no documentation of the implementation of
non-pharmacological interventions.
On 12/17/24 at 0902 hours, an interview was conducted with the DON. The DON verified the above findings
and acknowledged there was no documentation of nonpharmacological interventions in place for the use of
the Lexapro medication.
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
St Elizabeth Healthcare Center
2800 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0759
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, medical record review, and facility P&P review, the facility failed to ensure the
medication error rate was below 5%. The facility's medication error rate was 19.35%. One of three licensed
nurses (LVN 4) observed during the medication administration was found to have made errors.
Residents Affected - Few
* LVN 4 failed to ensure the full dosages for six of eight prescribed medications were administered to
Resident 8 as per the physician's orders. This failure had the potential to negatively affect the residents'
health.
Findings:
On 12/11/24 at 0755 hours, during a medication administration observation, LVN 4 administered the
following medications to Resident 8 via GT:
- aspirin (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug) 81 mg
- Cozaar (antihypertensive medication) 50 mg
- demeclocycline hcl (antibiotic medication) 150 mg one tablet
- Azithromycin (antibiotic medication) 250 mg one tablet
- cyanocobalamin (vitamin B 12 supplement medication) 1000 mcg one tablet
- multivitamins with minerals (supplement medication) one tablet
- acetaminophen (analgesic medication) 325 mg two tablets
- sodium chloride tablets (supplement supplement) one tablet
LVN 4 separately crushed the eight medications, placed them in a cup and individually labeled with the
names of the medications. LVN 4 administered the medications individually via GT. After the administration,
the medication cups used were inspected for medication residue with LVN 4. LVN 4 verified the medication
cups for aspirin, demeclocycline, Azithromycin, vitamin B 12, multivitamins with minerals and
acetaminophen still had medication residue. LVN 4 was asked if he administered all the medications, LVN 4
stated technically, no.
Medical record review for Resident 8 was initiated on 12/11/24. Resident 8 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE].
Review of Resident 8's Order Summary Report dated 12/12/24, showed the following physician's orders
scheduled for 0900 hours:
- dated 10/7/24, aspirin 81 mg give one tablet via GT one time a day
- dated 10/14/24, sodium chloride 1 gm one tablet via GT two times a day
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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055570
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
A. Building
12/17/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
St Elizabeth Healthcare Center
2800 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
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F 0759
- dated 10/7/24, cyanocobalamin 1000 mcg one tablet via GT one time a day
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
- dated 10/10/24, multivitamin one tablet via GT one time a day
- dated 10/7/24, Cozaar (antihypertensive medication) 50 mg one tablet via GT one time a day
Residents Affected - Few
- dated 12/9/24, Azithromycin 250 mg one tablet by mouth one time a day
- dated 10/20/24, demeclocycline hcl 150 mg one tablet via GT two times a day
- dated 11/20/24, acetaminophen 325 mg two tablets via GT every four hours as needed
On 12/17/24 at 0902 hours, an interview was conducted with the DON. The DON verified the above
findings.
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(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055570
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A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/17/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
St Elizabeth Healthcare Center
2800 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0761
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted
professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately
locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Based on observation, interview, medical record review, facility document review, and facility P&P review,
the facility failed to ensure the medications were properly labeled and stored safely.
* The facility failed to ensure the single use dressing was discarded after use.
* The facility failed to ensure the topical medication was accurately labeled in accordance with currently
accepted professional principles, including the expiration date.
These failures had the potential to negatively impact the residents' well being.
Findings:
1. Review of the facility's P&P titled Medication Access and Storage revised 2/2019 showed in part, the
contaminated medications, or those without secure closures are immediately removed from stock .the
provider pharmacy dispenses medications in containers that meet the legal requirements including
requirements of good manufacturing practices where applicable.
On 12/12/24 at 0757 hours, a concurrent inspection of the treatment cart and interview was conducted with
LVN 2. An opened package of Puracol (used for wound management) wound dressing was observed inside
the treatment cart with a small cut out piece of the wound dressing. The Puracol dressing package's
description showed it was a single use only dressing. LVN 2 stated if they only needed a small piece, the
remaining dressing was placed in a storage bag, dated, and used within 24 hours. LVN 2 verified the
package was a single time use and confirmed the finding.
2. Review of the facility's P&P titled Administration of Medications, and Fluids, Intravenous revised 12/2019
showed the expiration date of the solution/medications should be ascertained prior to administration.
On 12/12/24 at 0757 hours, a concurrent inspection of the treatment cart inspection and interview was
conducted with LVN 2. The treatment cart had a 16 ounce jar of zinc oxide skin protectant (skin treatment)
with no information of the expiration date. LVN 2 verified the zinc oxide jar did not have an expiration date,
and discarded the jar.
On 12/17/24 at 0902 hours, an interview was conducted with the DON. The DON verified the above
findings.
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COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
St Elizabeth Healthcare Center
2800 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0842
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in
accordance with accepted professional standards.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview, medical record review, and facility P&P review, the facility failed to ensure two of 16 final sampled
residents (Residents 456 and 904) had accurate and complete medical records.
* The facility failed to ensure the information on Resident 456's POLST was accurate and updated.
* The facility failed to ensure Resident 904's TAR documentation regarding multiple wound treatment orders
were completed.
These failures had the potential for the residents' health care needs to not be met as the medical record
was incomplete and inaccurate.
Findings:
Review of the facility's P&P titled Documentation (undated) showed the resident's clinical record is a
concise and accurate account of treatment, care, response to care, signs, symptoms, and progress of the
resident's condition.
1. Medical record review for Resident 456 was initiated on 12/12/24. Resident 456 was admitted to the
facility on [DATE].
Review of Resident 456's H&P examination dated 11/30/24, showed the resident had the capacity to
understand and make decisions.
Review of Resident 456's POLST dated 11/29/24, showed under Section D, no advance directive.
Review of Resident 456's Progress Note dated 12/2/24, showed Resident 456 had an existing advance
directive but did not have a copy at this time. The documentation showed Resident 456's family member
would check their records if a copy was available.
Reviewed of Resident 456's IDT Care Plan Review Note dated 12/4/24, showed the SSD would follow up
with the resident's family member regarding Resident 456's existing advance directive, no available copy at
this time.
On 12/12/24 at 1435 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with the SSD.
The SSD verified Resident 456's POLST was not updated and showed the resident did not have an
advanced directive. The SSD stated the POLST should have been updated.
2. Medical record review for Resident 904 was initiated on 12/17/24. Resident 904 was admitted to the
facility on [DATE].
Review of Resident 904's Order Summary Report dated 12/12/24, showed the following physician's orders
dated 12/7/24:
- left foot third digit unstageable pressure injury: cleanse with normal saline, pat dry, paint with betadine
solution (a topical antiseptic that provides infection protection against a variety of
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
St Elizabeth Healthcare Center
2800 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
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F 0842
germs for minor cuts, scrapes, and burns), and leave open to air every day shift for 30 days;
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
- left foot fourth digit unstageable pressure injury: cleanse with normal saline, pat dry, paint with betadine
solution, and leave open to air every day shift for 30 days;
Residents Affected - Few
- left hand skin tear: cleanse with normal saline, pat dry, apply Triple antibiotic ointment, and cover with a
dry dressing every day shift for 21 days;
- left lateral aspect of forearm skin tear with periwound staining: cleanse with normal saline, pat dry, apply
Triple antibiotic ointment, and cover with a dry dressing every day shift for 21 days;
- right forearm skin tear with periwound staining, to cleanse with normal saline, pat dry, apply Triple
antibiotic ointment, and cover with a dry dressing every day shift for 21 days;
- right groin fold open wound: cleanse with normal saline, pat dry, apply Medihoney (a medical-grade
wound care product made from honey and used to treat wounds and burns), and cover with a dry dressing
every day shift for 21 days; and
- Stage 2 sacrococcyx pressure injury: cleanse with normal saline, pat dry, apply hydrogel (a
non-ionic/neutral gel used to treat all types and stages of wounds), and cover with a foam dressing every
day shift for 21 days.
On 12/17/24 at 0901 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review was conducted with LVN 7.
Resident 904's TAR for December 2024 was reviewed with LVN 7. LVN 7 verified missing initials by the
nurses to show the wound care treatments were provided to Resident 904 on the following dates:
- 12/8, 12/9, and 12/14/24, for the left foot third digit unstageable pressure injury;
- 12/8, 12/9, and 12/14/24, for the left foot fourth digit unstageable pressure injury;
- 12/8 and 12/9/24, for the left hand skin tear;
- 12/7 to 12/11/24, for the left lateral aspect of forearm skin tear with periwound staining;
- 12/7 to 12/11/24, for the right forearm skin tear;
- 12/8 and 12/9/24, for the right groin fold; and
- 12/8 and 12/9/24, for the Stage 2 sacrococcyx pressure injury.
On 12/17/24 at 0928 hours, an interview with the DON was conducted. The DON stated the licensed
nurses must document after any ordered treatments were provided. The DON was informed and
acknowledged the above findings.
On 12/17/24 at 1040 hours, a concurrent interview and medical record review with LVN 2 was conducted.
LVN 2 verified and stated she provided the treatment on 12/14/24, for Resident 904's left foot third and
fourth digit unstageable pressure injury; however, she did not document that the wound care was provided
to the resident as ordered. In addition, LVN 2 stated she must document after the wound care treatments
were performed.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
St Elizabeth Healthcare Center
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Fullerton, CA 92835
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F 0880
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation, interview, medical record review, facility document review, and facility P&P review,
the facility failed to maintain the infection control practices to help prevent the development and
transmission of diseases and infections.
Residents Affected - Few
* The facility failed to follow their water management program to regularly test water temperatures as per
the facility's P&P.
* The facility failed to ensure the staff performed hand hygiene as per the facility's P&P.
* The facility failed to ensure the best practice was performed for infection prevention and control when an
antibiotic vial was not disinfected prior connecting the intravenous solution to the antibiotic vial.
* The facility failed to ensure the staff performed hand hygiene after removing gloves between resident
care.
These failures had the potential for increased risk of infections and compromising the residents' medical
conditions.
Findings:
1. According to the CMS QSO 17-30 titled Requirement to Reduce Legionella Risk in Healthcare Facility
Water Systems to Prevent Cases and Outbreaks of Legionnaire's Disease dated 6/2/17, the facility must
develop and adhere to the policies and procedures that inhibit microbial growth in building water systems
that reduce the risk of growth and spread of Legionella and other opportunistic pathogens in building water
systems. These facilities must have water management plans and documentation that, at a minimum,
ensure each facility:
- Conducts a facility risk assessment to identify where Legionella and other opportunistic waterborne
pathogens (e.g. Pseudomonas, Acinetobacter, Burkholderia, Stenotrophomonas, nontuberculous
mycobacteria, and fungi) could grow and spread in the facility water system;
- Develops and implements a water management program that considers the ASHRAE industry standards
and the CDC toolkit; and
- Specifies testing protocols and acceptable rangers for control measures and documents the results of
testing and corrective actions when control limits are not maintained.
Review of the facility's P&P titled Legionella Water Management Program revised 10/2024 showed the
purpose of the policy is to provide identification of areas that could be potential to develop legionella and
minimize risk associated with bacteria and organisms in water supply. The Building Description section
showed hot water is heated for resident rooms, showers, and nurse's stations to 105 to 120 degrees
Fahrenheit. The Monitoring Control Measures section showed the sinks and showers will maintain
appropriate temperatures.
Review of the facility's P&P titled Water Temperature revised 12/2022 showed it is the policy of the facility to
monitor and measure water temperatures and make sure the temperatures are maintained
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
St Elizabeth Healthcare Center
2800 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835
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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
within desired ranges. Resident rooms/common areas are to be checked monthly, more frequently when
indicated.
Review of facility's documents failed to show documented evidence the water temperatures throughout the
facility were tested monthly as per the facility's P&P.
Residents Affected - Few
On 12/17/24 at 0747 hours, a concurrent interview and facility document review was conducted with the
Maintenance Supervisor. The Maintenance Supervisor acknowledged and verified the above findings.
On 12/17/24 at 1010 hours, an interview was conducted with the Administrator. The Administrator
acknowledged the above findings.
2. Review of the facility's P&P titled Infection Control Prevention and Control Program - Hand Hygiene
(undated) showed this facility considers hand hygiene the primary means to prevent the spread of
infections. Use of an alcohol-based hand-rub; or, alternatively, soap (antimicrobial or non-antimicrobial) and
water after removing gloves .the use of alcohol-based hand rub; or alternatively soap and water for the
following situations including, before and after handling medications and after handling contaminated
equipment, etc wash hands with soap and water to prevent the spread of infections.
a. On 12/13/24 at 1039 hours, during the wound treatment observation, LVN 2 was wearing a gown,
performing hand hygiene, donning the gloves, sanitizing Resident 50's side table, and removing the gloves.
LVN 2 did not perform hand hygiene after removing the gloves.
On 12/13/24 at 1045 hours, an interview was conducted with LVN 2. LVN 2 verified she did not perform
hand hygiene after removing her gloves. LVN 2 stated she should have performed the hand hygiene to
prevent cross contamination and spread of infection.
On 12/13/24 at 1416 hours, an interview was conducted with the IP. The IP stated the infection could
spread from the staff' member's hand if the handwashing was not done after removing the gloves.
On 12/17/24 at 0933 hours, an interview was conducted with the DON. The DON acknowledged the above
findings.
b. On 12/11/24 at 0755 hours, during a medication administration observation with LVN 4, LVN 4 was
preparing the medications to administer to a resident. While preparing the mediations, a sharpie fell on the
floor. LVN 4 picked up the sharpie, placed it on top of the medication cart, and proceeded with the
medication preparation without performing hand hygiene.
c. On 12/11/24 at 0927 hours, during a medication administration observation with LVN 4, LVN 4 sanitized
the blood pressure machine and stethoscope using Sani cloth with gloves on. LVN 4 removed his gloves,
used the computer, then continued preparing the medications for a resident. LVN 4 did not perform a hand
hygiene.
d. On 12/11/24 at 0927 hours, LVN 4 finished administering medications to a resident. LVN 4 washed his
hands, turned off the faucet with his newly washed hands and proceeded to dry his hands with paper.
On 2/11/24 at 1520 hours, an interview was conducted with LVN 4. LVN 4 verified and acknowledged
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No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055570
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/17/2024
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 0880
the above findings.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
3. Review of the CDC Core Infection Prevention and Control Practices for Safe Healthcare Delivery in All
Settings dated 4/20/24, showed under standard precautions 5c. Injection and Medication Safety Reerences
and Resources to disinfect the access diaphragms of medication vials before inserting a device into the
vial.
Residents Affected - Few
On 12/11/24 at 1433 hours, RN 1 was observed preparing IV medication, ceftriaxone sodium (antibiotic
medication) 1 gm to be mixed with dextrose 5% solution 50 ml. During the medication preparation, RN 1
was observed disinfecting the IV tubing and connected it to the dextrose 5% IV solution bag. RN 1 failed to
disinfect the ceftriaxone vial prior to connecting to the dextrose 5 % solution bag.
On 12/13/24 at 1049 hours, an interview was conducted with RN 1. RN 1 confirmed the above findings and
stated she was trained by the supervisor to disinfect the top of the vial prior to connecting to the solution to
prevent the contaminants from ending up in the medication inside the vial.
On 12/17/24 at 0902 hours, an interview was conducted with the DON. The DON verified all of the above
findings.
4. On 12/11/24 at 1036 hours, during an initial tour of the facility, CNA 8 was observed taking care of
Resident 49. CNA 8 removed her gloves after taking care of Resident 49 and put on a new pair of gloves
without performing a hand hygiene. CNA 8 proceeded to take care of another resident.
On 12/11/24 at 1101 hours, an interview was conducted with CNA 8. CNA 8 acknowledged she did not
perform hand washing after providing care for Resident 49.
On 12/16/24 at 0843 hours, an interview was conducted with the DSD. The DSD stated all staff needed to
perform handwashing before and after removing gloves and when taking care of one resident to another.
On 12/17/24 at 1035 hours, an interview was conducted with the DON. The DON was informed and
acknowledged above findings.
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