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
interview and record review, the facility failed to treat one resident (Resident 1) out of three sampled
residents with dignity and respect when facility staff entered Resident 1's room without announcing
themselves or being invited in.This failure caused Resident 1 to feel anxious and unsafe in his room.A
review of Resident 1's admission Record indicated Resident 1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with a
diagnosis of Chronic Venous Hypertension (a condition characterized by high pressure inside the veins,
most commonly in the legs) with ulcer (an open sore on the skin) of left lower extremity (leg) and Chronic
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (a mental health condition that can develop after experiencing a terrifying or
dangerous event).A review of Resident 1's Minimum Data Set (MDS-a federally mandated resident
assessment tool) dated 6/20/25 indicated Resident 1 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS, an
assessment used to measure cognition (a person's ability to process information and understanding)) score
of 14 which indicated Resident 1's cognition was intact.A review of Resident 1's Care Plan, dated 2/17/25,
indicated Resident 1's risk for decreased psychosocial well-being and adjustment issues, emotional
distress and ineffective coping skills. Resident 1's goals were to express or exhibit relief of pain after
alternative comfort measures were administered. The staff were expected to implement interventions that
included encouraging Resident 1 to express his emotions, help Resident 1 to identify triggers that prompt
symptoms and to observe for signs and symptoms of distress.A review of Resident 1's Progress Notes
dated 8/11/25 at 12:50 p.m., indicated the Director of Nursing (DON) spoke with Resident 1 regarding an
incident in which Resident 1 yelled at a staff member for entering Resident 1's room without knocking. The
DON indicated to Resident 1 the staff will make their presence known before entering his room to ensure
comfort and avoid startling him.there will be instances where we will not wait for his approval to enter,
particularly in emergencies or situations where he is unable to respond.A review of Resident 1's Progress
Notes dated 8/11/25 at 2:27p.m., indicated Resident 1 was observed becoming visually and verbally upset
that the Certified Nursing Assistant [CNA] did not wait to be welcomed into the room, despite the door
being open.During an interview on 8/27/25 at 11:25 a.m., in the conference room, Resident 1 stated he
spoke to the DON about his request to allow staff into his room at his discretion. Resident 1 stated the DON
told him he would honor the request with understanding that in cases of emergency, the staff would not wait
for an invitation to enter. Resident 1 stated he understood but the staff continued to walk in without
knocking, announcing or being invited in. Resident 1 also statedthat because he occupied the bed farthest
from the door, staff would often open the curtain that separated Resident 1 from his roommate without
permission. Resident 1 further stated, They [the staff] have no sense of privacy. I could be using the
commode. It gives me anxiety. I need to feel secure in my own room. I need my privacy.During an interview
on 8/27/25 at 12:17 p.m., the Director of Staff Development (DSD) stated both nursing and CNAs receive
Resident Rights education during the orientation
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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
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Facility ID:
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Event ID:
055853
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
055853
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
08/27/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Redwood Cove Healthcare Center
1162 S Dora St.
Ukiah, CA 95482
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 0550
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
process. Thereafter, it is presented quarterly to all staff providing direct care. The DSD stated she taught the
correct way to enter a resident's room was to knock, while stating knock, knock out loud so the resident
hears you. Specific requests such as waiting for an invitation to enter would be handed off during
shift-to-shift report.During an interview on 8/27/25 at 12:34 p.m., the DON stated, We will cater to their
[residents] wishes, as long as it is reasonable, or won't hurt themselves or others. The DON stated Resident
1's request was reasonable and understood Resident 1 needed his privacy.A review of facility policy titled
Resident Rights, dated 2001, indicated, Federal and state laws guarantee certain basic rights to all
residents of this facility. These rights include the resident's right to a dignified existence.be treated with
respect, kindness, and dignity.
Event ID:
Facility ID:
055853
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