F 0655
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being
admitted
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a baseline care plan was initiated within
48 hours of a resident's admission for one of 29 sampled residents (Resident 482), who was admitted to
the facility with a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) line (a thin flexible tube inserted into a vein in
the upper arm and threaded into a larger vein near the heart to deliver medications) for antibiotic (a class of
medications used to treat bacterial infections) administration.
This failure had the potential to compromise the residents' care and could have resulted in serious health
complications.
Findings:
A review of the admission Record indicated the facility admitted Resident 482 on 3/4/25 with a PICC line
and a diagnoses that included, septic arthritis (an infection of the joint caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi)
of the right knee.
A review of the Nurses Progress Note dated 3/4/25 at 10:17 p.m., indicated Resident 482 arrived at the
facility at approximately 6:30 p.m., With a diagnosis of septic arthritis to right knee, on intravenous
(administered into a vein) Vancomycin (an antibiotic used to treat infections) via PICC line to left upper arm
.
A review of Resident 482's, Medication Administration Record (MAR) dated 3/5/25, indicated a physician's
order for intravenous (IV) Vancomycin 750 milligrams (a unit of measure) every 12 hours for septic arthritis
of the right knee.
During a concurrent interview and record review with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 3/25/25 at 3:50
p.m., the DON verified Resident 482 was admitted to the facility with a PICC line and had no care plan for
the PICC line. The DON stated, Resident 482 should have a care plan that addressed the care of the PICC
line. The DON further stated, If a resident has a PICC line, it's my expectation that they have a care plan
that address it.
A review of the facility policy titled, Baseline Care Plan dated 12/19/22 indicated, The facility will develop
and implement a baseline care plan for each resident that includes the instruction needed to provide
effective and person-centered care of the resident that meet professional standards of quality care.
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
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure physician orders were followed in
accordance with professional standards of care for one out of 29 sampled residents (Resident 49), when
Resident 49 did not receive wound care treatments consistently as ordered.
Residents Affected - Few
This failure had the potential for Resident 49's wounds to worsen and for the resident to not achieve their
highest practicable well-being.
Findings:
Resident 49 was admitted to the facility in April 2024 with multiple diagnosis which included morbid obesity,
venous insufficiency (condition where the veins in the legs do not function properly, allowing blood to flow
backward instead of upward to the heart), and immunodeficiency (failure of the immune system to protect
the body adequately from infection).
During a review of Resident 49's Treatment Administration Records (TAR, a legal document used to record
treatments given to the residents) for February 2025 and March 2025, Resident 49 had the following
orders: TX (treatment): Coccyx (tailbone) wound cleanse with wound cleanser, pat dry apply collagen,
[brand], calcium alginate, Triad to the margin and cover with bordered foam with skin prep to adhesive
exposed skin. every day shift - Start Date - 01/26/2025 0700 - D/C (discontinue) Date - 02/09/2025 .TX: Left
foot posterior heel wound cleanse with wound cleanser, pat dry, collagen sheet packing. Calcium Alginate
and cover with dry dressing. every day shift - Start Date - 01/16/2025 0700 - D/C Date - 02/07/2025 1434
.TX: Lt (left) medial food wound cleanse with wound cleanser, pat day, apply collagen, [brand], calcium
alginate, triad to the margin and secure with foam dressing. every day shift - Start Date - 01/16/2025 0700 D/C Date - 02/09/2025 1425 .TX: Rt (right) ischium (hip) wound: Cleanse with wound cleanse, pat dry,
apply Honey-based Gel, calcium alginate, Triad ton the margin and cover with bordered foam with skin prep
to adhesive exposed skin. Change daily until healed and PRN (as needed) soiling/dislodge. every day shift Start Date - 12/28/2024 0700 - D/C Date - 02/09/2025 1423 .TX: for prophylactic (prevent disease)
measure to Rt ischium scar tissue cleanse with wound cleanser, pat dry and cover with bordered gauze.
every day shift every Mon (Monday), Wed (Wednesday), Fri (Friday) for 30 Days - Start Date - 02/28/2025
0700 .Indwelling Catheter (a flexible tube, often made of plastic or rubber, inserted through the urethra into
the bladder to drain urine and is left in place for a period ) Cre (care): Cleanse outside catherter [sp] and
tissue surrounding meatus with normal saline. every shift - Start Date - 02/10/2025 2300 .TX: Prophylaxis to
Coccyx scar cleanse with wound cleaner, pat dry, apply triad paste and cover with bordered gauze. every
shift - Start Date - 03/18/2025 1400.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 3/25/25, at 11:54 a.m., with the Assistant Director of
Nursing (ADON), Resident 49's TAR for the months of February 2025 and March 2025 were reviewed. The
ADON confirmed multiple treatments were not done as ordered for the following days and shifts: 2/2/25 Day shift, 3/17/25- Day shift, and 3/23/25- Day shift. The ADON further stated it was the Licensed Nurse's
responsibility to perform the treatments as ordered and document. The ADON stated if treatments were not
done as ordered, the resident could potentially have further skin breakdown, and the wound could
potentially worsen or reopen.
A review of Resident 49's care plans initiated on 2/8/25, indicated, Provide wound care per treatment order
.Resident is high risk for re-occurrence of pressure injury due to non-compliant .
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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F 0684
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
During a review of the facility's document titled, Treatment Nurse, Job Description, dated 2023, indicated,
Provide wound care on assigned residents, in accordance with physician orders .
During a review of the facility's document titled, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Job Description, dated 2023,
indicated, Performs wound treatments as per physicians' orders; observes for changes and documents
accordingly.
During a review of the facility's P&P titled, Provision of Quality of Care, dated 12/19/22, the P&P indicated,
.the facility will ensure residents receive treatment and care by qualified persons in accordance with
professional stands of practice, the comprehensive person-centered care plans .Each resident will be
provided care and services to attain or maintain his/her highest practicable physical, mental, and
psychosocial well-being.
During a review of the facility's P&P titled, Nursing Services and Sufficient Staff, revised 3/11/25, the P&P
indicated, .provide sufficient staff with appropriate competencies and skill sets to assure resident safety and
attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial wellbeing of each resident.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0688
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM
and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to implement an ordered contracture
device (a soft device that gently straighten fingers that have become stiff and painful) for one of 29 sampled
residents, Resident 70.
This failure had the potential to result in Resident 70 not reaching their highest practicable level of
functioning.
Findings:
Resident 70 was admitted in 2023 with multiple diagnosis which included Contractures (a
stiffening/shortening at any joint, that reduces the joint's range of motion) to the left and right hands.
During an observation on 03/25/25 at 10:23 a.m. in Resident 70's room, Resident 70's was seen lying in
bed without her contracture device applied to right hand.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 03/25/25 at 11:08 a.m. in Resident 70's room, with CNA
4 (Certified Nursing Assistant 4) Resident 70's right hand was observed without a contracture device. CNA
4 confirmed the contracture device was not applied to Resident 70's right hand. CNA 4 stated she is
supposed to have devices on both hands and feet to avoid any increased bending.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 3/26/25 at 3:43 p.m., with the ADR (Assistant Director
of Rehabilitation), of Occupational Therapy OT Evaluation & Plan of Treatment for [Resident 70], (undated)
was reviewed. The Occupational Therapy OT Evaluation & Plan of Treatment indicated contracture device
treatment for Resident 70's left and right hand. The ADR stated, the treatment plan indicated how many
devices a Resident should have and where they should be worn. ADR further stated that (Resident 70)
should have two contracture devices on 24 hours a day.
During an interview on 3/26/25 3:55 a.m., with the DON (Director of Nursing), the DON stated she expected
all staff to follow orders and care plans for contracture devices. The DON stated an adverse outcome of not
having ordered contracture devices on, .can worsen the contracture.
During an observation and interview on 3/26/25 at 4:13 p.m., with LN 10 (Licensed Nurse) in Resident 70's
room, Resident 70's right hand did not have a contracture device applied. LN 10 confirmed Resident 70's
contracture device was not applied to the right hand.
During an interview on 3/26/25 at 4:34 p.m., with the DSD (Director of Staff Development), the DSD stated,
I expect CNAs, RNAs (Restorative Nursing Assistants), RNs (Registered Nurses) and all staff to follow task
order. The DSD stated if contracture device orders and care plans were not followed, Resident 70's
conditions could worsen. The DSD stated, If it is care planned or ordered it will say what it is for and should
be followed.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 03/27/25 09:10 a.m. with RNA 1 in Resident 70's room,
Resident 70's right hand was observed without the contracture device applied. RNA 1 stated, . if they don't
have them [contracture devices] on it can get worst . if there were an order, I would expect them to be on.
RNA 1 confirmed resident did not have contracture support device on right hand. RNA 1 Stated she
[Resident 70] is supposed to have one [contracture device] on her right and left
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
03/27/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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F 0688
hand. She just has one on her left hand.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During a review of Resident 70's Care Plan Report, dated March 2025, the Care Plan Report indicated,
RNA program for Placement of hand/palm protector 24 hours a day.
Residents Affected - Few
During a review of the facilities Policy and Procedure (P & P) titled, Restorative Nursing Programs, dated
2022, the P&P indicated, It is the policy of this facility to .maintain or improve a resident's abilities to the
highest practicable level .services include splint or brace assistance.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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F 0690
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate
catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to provide adequate services and assistance for
prevention and/or early detection of possible urinary tract infection (UTI- an infection in the bladder/urinary
tract) for one out of 29 sampled residents (Resident 84) when Resident 84's order for STAT (immediate)
urinalysis (UA- a medical test that examines urine to check for various conditions, including urinary tract
infections) was not done timely.
This failure had the potential to result in delayed detection of a UTI subsequently causing delayed care and
treatment which negatively affected Resident 84's health condition.
Findings:
A review of Resident 84's clinical record indicated Resident 84 was admitted November of 2022 and had
diagnoses that included metabolic encephalopathy (a condition where the brain does not receive enough
nutrients or oxygen to function properly, leading to altered brain function), UTI, sepsis (a life-threatening
blood infection), extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) resistance (and infection that is resistant to
common antibiotics and may require complex treatments), major depressive disorder (persistently
depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life, and the need for
assistance with personal care.
A review of Resident 84's Minimum Data Set (MDS- a federally mandated resident assessment tool)
Cognitive Patterns, dated 2/13/25, indicated Resident 84 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS- a
tool to assess cognition) score of three out of 15 which indicated Resident 84 had a severely impaired
cognition (mental process of acquiring knowledge and understanding). A review of Resident 84's MDS
Bladder and Bowel Conditions, dated 2/13/25, indicated Resident 84 was always incontinent (having no or
insufficient voluntary control) on both urinary and bowel.
A review of Resident 84's progress notes, dated 3/21/25 at 10:02 p.m., indicated, .Nursing observations,
evaluation, and recommendations are: CNA [certified nurse assistant] notified LN [licensed nurse] of
resident's .confusion. LN immediately went to assess resident. Upon observation, resident was A&O [alert
and oriented], but not to her normal baseline .Resident was A&Ox2 [alert and oriented to person and place
only] and having frequent urination episodes .Urine color is pale yellow. LN notified NP [nurse practitioneran advanced practice registered nurse that are trained to assess patient needs, order and interpret
diagnostic and laboratory tests, diagnose disease, prescribe medications and formulate treatment plans]
and received order(s) for urine collection for stat urinalysis and may straight cath [straight catheter- a thin,
flexible tube used to drain urine from the bladder when a person is unable to urinate naturally] if unable to
void. Orders noted and carried out .Primary Care Provider responded with the following feedback: A.
Recommendations: urine collection for stat urinalysis and may straight cath if unable to void .
A review of Resident 84's physician's order, dated 3/21/25, indicated, May collect urine sample for
urinalysis to r/o [rule out] possible UTI. May use straight cath if needed. one time only for possible uti for 1
Day.
A review of Resident 84's progress notes, dated 3/22/25, indicated, .Resident is on monitoring for COC
[change of condition with] frequent urination and confusion. Stat lab [laboratory] orders was faxed to Lab by
Supervisor. Supervisor also called the Lab to notify them of Stat orders. Resident is
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0690
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
still having episodes of some confusion. No slurred speech [sic]. This writer asked resident what his name
is, and resident answered name correctly. NP notified of resident, NP advised to wait for UA and monitor
resident for slurred speech [sic] and left sided weakness .
A review of Resident 84's progress notes, dated 3/23/25, indicated, New UA specimen collected by writer at
this time. Old urine specimen thrown away. Pt [patient] assisted to toilet by writer .Specimen collected
03/23/25 @2330 [11:30 p.m.].
A review of Resident 84's progress notes, dated 3/24/25 at 6:33 a.m., indicated, Nursing observations,
evaluation, and recommendations are: pt first noted with altered behavior on the 21st. the condition has
been getting gradually worse. UA was collected and picked up today d/t [due to] UA not being considered
STAT according to lab. pt is repeating the same phrase over and over. pt is not responding to her first name.
pt is very confused from baseline. symptoms have been getting increasing worse .Primary Care Provider
responded with the following feedback: A. Recommendations: Per .NP .SEND TO [acute hospital] FOR
FURTHER EVALUATION .
During an interview on 3/24/25 at 9:10 a.m. with LN 2, LN 2 stated Resident 84 was noticed to have
confusion last Friday (3/21/25) and was ordered with STAT UA. LN 2 also stated the lab said they would
pick up the urine sample, but it was never picked up until this morning. LN 2 further stated Resident 84 was
sent out to an acute hospital this morning, around 6 a.m., because of increased confusion.
A review of Resident 84's laboratory requisition (also known as a lab order, is a formal document used by
healthcare professionals to request specific laboratory tests or procedure), dated 3/21/25, indicated a STAT
order for UA on 3/21/25 and the collection date was 3/22/25.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 3/25/25 at 10:46 a.m. with the Infection Preventionist
(IP), Resident 84's laboratory requisition was reviewed. The IP confirmed that Resident 84 had a STAT
order for UA on 3/21/25 but the urine sample was just picked-up on 3/24/25. The IP stated, .depending on
when the urine was collected, the nurse will call the lab, and they will come about 4-6 hours after.
During a phone interview on 3/25/25 at 2:11 p.m. with the U.S. Diagnostics Manager (USDM), the USDM
stated their laboratory is typically available seven days a week and is operational even on weekends. The
USDM further stated that for standard lab orders, it would be done the day of or the following day of the
order, and for STAT orders, the typical response time would be 4 hours.
During a concurrent phone interview and record review on 3/25/25 at 3:10 p.m. with the USDM, Resident
84's laboratory order was reviewed. The USDM stated the lab received the STAT order for UA on 3/22/25
and was collected only on 3/24/25. The USDM stated she was not sure what happened why the urine
specimen was only collected on 3/24/25.
A review of Resident 84's UA laboratory result, dated 3/25/25, indicated Resident 84's urine showed
presence of blood, protein, Leukocyte esterase (released by white blood cells), and bacteria which were all
flagged as abnormal compared to the normal reference range.
During an interview on 3/27/25 at 10:26 a.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated, From our
contract with the [laboratory] company, STAT orders have to be done as soon as possible. The DON also
stated she would expect that laboratory orders would be done timely. The DON further stated
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056304
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0690
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
the risk if the laboratory order was not done timely would be delay of care which could negatively affect the
health status of the resident.
A review of the facility's agreement with U.S. Diagnostic Management Inc. (USDM Inc.), titled, California
Professional Diagnostic Services Agreement, dated and signed on 10/18/24, indicated, For all STAT orders
provided by the physician, USDM [Inc.] will prioritize and expedite the services and return results to the
facility as promptly as possible .
A review of the facility's policies and procedures titled, Laboratory Services and Reporting, dated 12/19/22,
indicated, The facility must provide or obtain laboratory services when ordered by a physician, physician
assistant, nurse practitioner, or clinical nurse specialist in accordance with state law .1. The facility must
provide or obtain laboratory services to meet the needs of its residents. 2. The facility is responsible for the
timeliness of the services .
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056304
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0695
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure proper delivery of
respiratory care consistent with the facility's policy and procedures (P&P) for one out of 29 sampled
residents (Resident 4) when Resident 4's physician's order for oxygen therapy was not followed.
Residents Affected - Few
This failure had the potential to result in unsafe delivery of oxygen to Resident 4 and for Resident 4 to not
achieve her highest practicable well-being.
Findings:
A review of Resident 4's clinical record indicated Resident 4 was admitted March of 2025 and had
diagnoses that included respiratory failure (is a serious condition that develops when the lungs can't get
enough oxygen into the blood and makes it difficult for a person to breathe on his own), congestive heart
failure (CHF-a heart disorder which causes the heart to not pump the blood efficiently), asthma (a condition
in which a person's airways become inflamed, narrow, and swell, and produce extra mucus, which makes it
difficult to breathe), and need for assistance with personal care.
A review of Resident 4's Minimum Data Set (MDS– a federally mandated resident assessment tool)
Cognitive Patterns, dated 3/7/25, indicated Resident 4 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS- a tool
to assess cognition) score of 15 out of 15 which indicated Resident 4 had an intact cognition (mental
process of acquiring knowledge and understanding). A review of Resident 4's MDS Health Conditions,
dated 3/7/25, indicated Resident 4 experienced shortness of breath or trouble breathing when lying flat.
A review of Resident 4's active physician's order, dated 3/20/25, indicated, Oxygen at 2-3L/min [liters per
minute or LPM- unit of measurement for oxygen administration flow rate] .every shift.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 3/24/25 at 8:43 a.m. in Resident 4's room, Resident 4
was seen lying on bed, awake, and was on oxygen delivered via nasal cannula with the oxygen
concentrator (machine) set at 5 LPM. Resident 4 stated she uses oxygen daily and the nurses would set it
up for her.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 3/24/25 at 1:14 p.m. in Resident 4's room with Certified
Nurse Assistant (CNA) 1, CNA 1 confirmed that Resident 4's oxygen was set at 5 LPM.
During another observation on 3/25/25 at 8:55 a.m. in Resident 4's room, Resident 4 was seen lying on
bed, awake, and was on oxygen delivered via nasal cannula with the oxygen concentrator still set at 5 LPM.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 3/25/25 at 11:03 a.m. in Resident 4's room with Licensed
Nurse (LN) 6, LN 6 confirmed that Resident 4's oxygen was set at 5 LPM. LN 6 stated if the oxygen being
delivered is higher than what was ordered, the resident would be at risk for oxygen toxicity (a lung damage
that happens from breathing in too much extra [supplemental] oxygen).
A review of Resident 4's care plan intervention, initiated 3/25/25, indicated, Administer oxygen as
prescribed or per standing order.
During an interview on 3/27/25 at 10:26 a.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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F 0695
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oxygen administration should always be within the doctor's order because it could have a bad effect on the
resident ' s condition if the resident receives higher oxygen that what is prescribed. The DON further stated
she would expect staff to follow what is ordered for the resident.
A review of the facility's policies and procedures titled, Oxygen Administration, revised 6/5/23, indicated,
Oxygen is administered to residents who need it, consistent with professional standards of practice, the
comprehensive person-centered care plans, and the resident ' s goals and preferences .1. Oxygen is
administered under orders of a physician .
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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F 0755
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
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
interviews and record reviews, the facility failed to ensure that discontinued non-controlled medications
(pharmaceutical preparations that can only be obtained through a medical practitioner's prescription and
dispensed by a pharmacist but are not considered controlled substances under the Controlled Substance
Act) and those which remained in the facility after discharge of the patient were destroyed in the presence
of two licensed nurses.
This failure had the potential risk for diversion (deflection of prescription drugs from medical sources into
the illegal market) and/or misuse of non-controlled medications.
Findings:
During a concurrent interview and record review on [DATE] at 4:22 p.m. with the Infection Preventionist (IP),
the non-controlled medication disposition logbook was reviewed. The IP confirmed that the destruction of
non-controlled medications was not being signed consistently by two licensed nurses on multiple dates and
with multiple medications. Some of the documents reviewed had only one licensed nurse signature, and
some did not have any signature at all. The IP stated that non-controlled medications should be destroyed
and signed by two (2) licensed nurses.
During a phone interview on [DATE] at 3:21 p.m. with the Pharmacy Consultant (PC), the PC stated that for
non-controlled drug destruction, there should always be two license nurses signing the sheets when the
medications are being destroyed. The PC further stated that there would be a potential for drug diversion if
the non-controlled drug destructions were not done and signed by two licensed nurses.
During an interview on [DATE] at 10:26 a.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated that the
non-controlled medications should be destroyed and signed consistently by two licensed nurses. The DON
further stated that there would be possible misuse of the medications if the destructions were not done and
signed by two licensed nurses.
A review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Destruction of Unused Drugs, revised [DATE],
indicated, All unused, contaminated, or expired prescription drugs shall be disposed of in accordance with
state laws and regulations .4. The actual destruction oof drugs conducted by our staff must be witnessed
by: .Non-controlled Medication: i. Consultant pharmacist; or ii. Licensed nurse. 5. A destruction record must
be maintained for all drugs destroyed. The actual destruction of drugs conducted by our facility must be
witnessed by facility staff as per state requirements .The following information shall be included on this
record: .g. The signature of the consultant pharmacist or licensed nurse destroying the non-controlled
medications.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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F 0756
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart,
following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure irregularities reported by the pharmacist
to the facility were acted upon for one out of 29 sampled residents (Resident 2).
Residents Affected - Few
This failure put Resident 2 at an increased risk for developing adverse (unwanted, uncomfortable or
dangerous) drug reactions related to medication therapy and had the potential for Resident 2 to not achieve
their highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
Findings:
Resident 2 was admitted to the facility in February 2025 with multiple diagnosis which included heart
failure, depression, anxiety disorder, and myalgia (pain in a muscle or group of muscles). A review of
Resident 2's Minimum Data Set (MDS, an assessment tool) dated 2/11/25, indicated, Resident 2 had intact
cognition.
During a review of Resident 2's Order Summary Report, dated 3/26/25, Resident 2 had an order for,
Esomeprazole Magnesium [blocks acid from being made in the stomach] Oral Capsule Delayed Release
40mg [milligrams, measure of unit] Give 1 capsule by mouth one time a day for chronic N/V [nausea and
vomiting] - Start Date 02/06/2025 0800.
During a review of Resident 2's Consultant Pharmacist's Medication Regimen Review (MRR), dated
2/28/25, the following was recommended for the anti-acid medication, Please administer on an empty
stomach, at least 60 minutes before meal. There was no documented revision applied to the anti-acid
medication.
During a review of Resident 2's Order Summary Report, dated 3/26/25, Resident 2 had an order for,
Ventolin HFA Inhalation Aerosol Solution [used to treat or prevent breathing problems]108 (90 Base) MCG
[micrograms, measure of unit]/ACT (Albuterol Sulfate) 1 inhalation inhale orally every 4 hours as needed for
SOB [shortness of breath]/wheezing.
During a review of Resident 2's MRR, dated 2/28/25, the following was recommended for the breathing
medication, Please add 'Shake well before each spray' to the order. There was no documented revision
applied to the breathing medication.
During a review of Resident 2's Order Summary Report, dated 3/26/25, Resident 2 had two orders for PRN
(as needed) pain medications, [brand] Oral Tablet 50 MG [brand] Give 1 tablet by mouth every 4 hours as
needed for pain, and [brand] Oral Tablet 325 MG (Acetaminophen) Give 2 tablet by mouth every 6 hours as
needed for pain.
During a review of Resident 2's MRR, dated 2/28/25, the following was recommended for the pain
medications, Resident is on PRN pain medication(s). If pain is present, please treat initially with
Non-Pharmacological intervention. Please add this to PCC [electronic medical record]. There was no
documented revision applied to the pain medications.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 3/26/25, at 3:26 p.m., with the Assistant Director of
Nursing (ADON), Resident 2's MRR, dated 2/28/25, and Resident 2's current Order Summary Report were
reviewed. The ADON confirmed the pharmacist recommendations for the anti-acid medication,
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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breathing medication, and pain medications were not carried out and should have been completed by now.
The ADON further stated not carrying out the pharmacy recommendations could potentially interrupt care
for Resident 2 and increase their risk of side effects.
During a review of the facility's P&P titled, Medication Regimen Review, revised 12/19/22, the P&P
indicated, Medication Regimen Review (MRR), or Drug Regimen Review, is a thorough evaluation of the
medication regimen of a resident, with the goal of promoting positive outcomes and minimizing adverse
consequences and potential risks associated with medication .The requirements associated with the MRR
apply to all residents .Facility staff shall act upon all recommendations according to procedures for
addressing medication regimen review irregularities.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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F 0759
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure safe medication
administration practices when the facility's medication error rate was more than 5% (percentage- number or
ratio that expressed as a fraction of 100) for a resident census of 125. Medication administration
observations were conducted over multiple days, at varied times, in random locations throughout the facility.
The facility had a total of two errors out of 30 opportunities which resulted in a facility wide medication error
rate of 6.67% in two out of eight residents (Resident 96 and Resident 132) observed for medication
administration.
Residents Affected - Some
These failures had the potential for unsafe and ineffective medication use of Resident 96 and Resident 132
and had the potential to affect the residents' medical conditions.
Findings:
1. During a concurrent medication administration observation and interview which started on 3/24/25 at
11:48 a.m. with Licensed Nurse (LN) 3, LN 3 stated she already checked Resident 96's blood sugar level,
and it was 217. LN 3 then administered a total of seven units of Insulin Lispro (a fast- acting medication
used to manage blood sugar levels) to Resident 96 on her right upper outer arm. There was no observed
meal tray in Resident 96's room. LN 3 stated lunch was scheduled at 11:30 a.m. but it was running late on
that day.
A review of Resident 96's active physician's order, dated 2/10/25, indicated, Insulin Lispro Injection Solution
100 UNIT/ML (unit per milliliters- unit of measurement) .Inject 5 unit subcutaneously (under the skin) two
times a day related to TYPE 1 DIABETES MELLITUS (a chronic condition where the body doesn't produce
insulin, causing too much sugar in the blood) .
A review of Resident 96's active physician's order, dated 2/10/25, indicated, Insulin Lispro Injection Solution
100 UNIT/ML .Inject as per sliding scale: .201-250= 2 units .subcutaneously before meals related to TYPE
1 DIABETES MELLITUS .
During an observation on 3/24/25 at 12:23 p.m. in Resident 96's room, there was still no observed meal tray
in Resident 96's room.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 3/24/25 at 12:37 p.m. with Certified Nurse Assistant
(CNA) 8 in Resident 96's room, CNA 8 confirmed that Resident 96 did not receive her lunch meal tray yet.
CNA 8 stated the kitchen has just started bringing out food carts.
During an observation on 3/24/25 at 12:41 p.m. in Resident 96's room, Resident 96 was observed eating
her lunch meal.
A review of Resident 96's, Weights and Vitals Summary, indicated Resident 96 had blood sugar levels as
follows:
3/24/25 at 4:41 p.m.- 86 mg/dl (milligrams per deciliter- unit of measurement)
3/24/25 at 23:01 p.m.- 119 mg/dl
A further review of Resident 96's, Weights and Vitals Summary, indicated Resident 96's previous
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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F 0759
blood sugar levels usually ranges from 217 - 398 mg/dl.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During a phone interview on 3/26/25 at 3:21 p.m. with the Pharmacy Consultant (PC), the PC stated Insulin
lispro should be administered before meals, if not, it could cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). The PC
further stated nurses should follow the doctor's order when administering Insulin Lispro.
Residents Affected - Some
A review of an online publication, Drugs.com, titled, When does insulin lispro peak / how long does it last?,
dated 6/17/24, indicated, Insulin Lispro .Starts working within 0 to 15 minutes after administration .Peaks in
30 to 90 minutes .Keeps working for less than five hours (usually two to four hours .
(https://www.drugs.com/medical-answers/insulin-lispro-peak-long-3544836/)
2. During a medication administration observation which started on 3/25/25 at 9:20 a.m. with LN 5, LN 5
administered a total of 10 medications to Resident 132 which included 1 tablet of Pantoprazole (a
medication that reduces the amount of acid the stomach) 40 mg (milligrams- unit of measurement).
A review of Resident 132's active physician's order, dated 3/18/25, indicated, Pantoprazole Sodium Oral
tablet Delayed Release 40 MG .Give 1 tablet by mouth one time a day related to GASTRO-ESOPHAGEAL
REFLUX DISEASE (a condition where stomach contents flow back up into the food pipe, causing
inflammation and discomfort) .
A review of Resident 132's Medication Administration Record (MAR- a legal document used to record
medications given to the residents), for the month of March 2025, indicated Resident 132's pantoprazole
was scheduled to be administered every 7:30 a.m.
During a phone interview on 3/26/25 at 3:21 p.m. with the PC, the PC stated that Resident 132's
pantoprazole should be administered 1 hour before or 1 hour after the scheduled time. The PC further
stated that the medications efficacy (ability to produce a desired or intended result) would be affected if the
pantoprazole was not administered within the scheduled time of administration.
During an interview on 3/27/25 at 10:26 a.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated that she
would expect staff to follow the physician's order when administering prescribed administering medications.
A review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Medication Administration, dated 12/19/22,
indicated, Medications are administered .as ordered by the physician and in accordance with professional
standards of practice .b. Administer within 60 minutes prior to or after scheduled time unless otherwise
ordered by physician .
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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F 0761
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
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.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure medications and supplies were
properly labeled and stored in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines, the facility's policies and
procedures, and accepted professional standards for a census of 125 residents when:
1. An unlabeled, opened glucose gel tube (a medication administered for low blood sugars) was found in
medication cart North 3;
2. A discharged resident's medications were found loose in a bag in the medication room; and
3. The refrigerator in the North Medication Room was not within the correct temperature range.
These failures had the potential to result in unsafe medication administration and drug diversion.
Findings:
1. During a concurrent observation and interview on [DATE] at 10:03 a.m. with Licensed Nurse (LN) 2, a
glucose gel tube was found in the top drawer of medication cart North-3. LN 2 confirmed the gel had been
opened and there was no label which indicated the date it had been opened, or when it expired.
During a concurrent interview and record review on [DATE] at 9:40 a.m. with LN 8, LN 8 reviewed the
manufacturer's instructions for use and confirmed the gel was a single use medication.
During an interview on [DATE] at 11:50 am with LN 2, LN 2 confirmed the gel was a single use medication
and there was a risk it could have been already administered to another resident.
2. During a concurrent observation and interview on [DATE] at 3:30 p.m. with the Infection Preventionist
(IP), a plastic bag with resident belongings was on the counter of the North medication room. The IP
confirmed the bag contained a resident's medications and there was an opened pill bottle with loose pills in
the bag. The IP stated when a resident was discharged , they kept their medications in the medication
room, if they don't return within 7 days, they disposed of them. The IP stated an open medication bottle was
a risk for drug diversion and would not be appropriate to return to the resident should they return to the
facility.
3. During a concurrent observation and interview on [DATE] at 4:01 p.m. with the IP, the IP confirmed the
temperature of the North medication room refrigerator was 51 degrees Fahrenheit (F° a unit of
measurement.) The refrigerator contained insulin vials, emergency medication kits, and vials for
vaccination.
During a concurrent observation and interview on [DATE] at 4:14 p.m. with the IP, the temperature of the
medication refrigerator was rechecked and the IP confirmed it was still at 51 F°. The IP stated if the
refrigerator temperature was out of range, it could compromise the efficacy of the medication and make
them unsafe for resident use.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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F 0761
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
During an interview on [DATE] at 4:07 p.m. with Pharmacy Consultant (PC), the PC concurred the glucose
gel was for individual use. The PC stated an unlabeled, opened tube should not have been in the
medication cart, should have been disposed of immediately after resident administration, was a risk of
cross-contamination and had the potential for it to be administered to another resident. The PC said all
medications at the facility need to be monitored, recorded and accounted for. The PC confirmed
medications stored in a refrigerator at the incorrect temperatures could compromise their efficacy and make
them unsafe for use.
During an interview on [DATE] 10:26 a.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON confirmed that
nurses needed to label, dispose of and store all medications appropriately.
During a review of a facility policy titled, Labeling of Medications and Biologicals, revised [DATE], the policy
indicated, All medications and biologicals will be labeled in accordance with current state and federal
regulations to facilitate consideration of precautions and safe administration of medications.
During a review of the product insert for the glucose gel it indicated, Do not use if tube has been previously
opened or punctured and, Use before the expiry date printed on the carton.
During a review of the facility policy titled, Storage of Medication Requiring Refrigeration, revised [DATE],
the policy indicated, Refrigerators used for storage of biologicals .Temperature should be maintained
between 36-46 F°.
During a review of the facility policy titled, Destruction of Unused Drugs, revised [DATE], the policy
indicated, Unused, unwanted and non-returnable medications should be removed from their storage area.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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F 0812
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve
food in accordance with professional standards.
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to store and ensure food safety in
accordance with professional standards for food service safety to prevent an outbreak of foodborne illness
for the census of 125 residents when:
1. Food items found in the freezer were unlabeled with the open and the use by dates.
a. opened bag of garlic bread;
b. opened box of pork sausage links with net weight of 10 lb.; and
c. opened box of fish fillet with net weight of 15 lb.
2. Food items found in the walk-in refrigerator unlabeled with the open and use by dates.
a. mustard (condiments) with net weight of 48 oz; and
b. honey mustard (dressing) with net weight of 1 gal.
3. Food items found in the dry storage room were unlabeled and had lapsed use by dates.
a. corn meal with use by date of 2/17/25;
b. cake mix with use by date of 2/30/25;
c. soy sauce with net weight of 1 gal, unlabeled with the open and the use by date; and
d. white powder with unreadable name label, the open date and the use by date.
4. four (4) dented cans were found in the dry storage room:
a. artichoke in can with net weight of 5 lb.;
b. beef ravioli in can with net weight of 6 lb. 12oz;
c. pinto beans in can with net weight of 6lb 15oz;
d. tomato soup in can with net weight of 50 oz; and
e. tomato soup in can with net weight of 7.52 oz.
These failures had the potential to cause foodborne illness to highly susceptible residents.
Findings:
During a concurrent observation and interview in the kitchen with the Dietary Manager (DM), on 3/24/25 at
8:40 a.m., the DM confirmed and agreed on all findings listed above. The DM stated, the
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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F 0812
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
perishable food should be legibly labeled with the name of the product, date it was opened, use by date
and monitored to ensure the food is safe to eat by the residents. The DM emphasized that food items with
lapsed use by dates should have been thrown out as well as food items with unreadable labels as it's not
safe and may cause possible foodborne illness. The DM confirmed there were 4 dented cans stored with
the non-dented cans. The DM stated that dented cans should have been removed from the non-dented can
shelves as it's not safe to use and may cause botulism (rare but serious bacterial infection) to the residents
as a potential outcome.
During an interview in the kitchen with [NAME] 1 on 3/24/25 at 9:30 a.m., [NAME] 1 stated they are not
supposed to use dented cans as it may be compromise and not safe to cook.
During a concurrent observation and interview in the kitchen with [NAME] 2 on 3/24/25 at 10:10 a.m., 1
(one) dented can of tomato soup was placed on the countertop prep table beside the microwave and
[NAME] 3 stated that he was going to use the dented can and make tomato soup. [NAME] 3 acknowledged
he's not supposed to use dented cans as they may cause botulism.
During an interview with the Registered Dietician (RD) on 3/27/25 at 10:19 a.m., the RD stated opened
food items should be labeled with the name of the product, open date and use by date to avoid possible
foodborne illness.
A review of the facility's policy and procedure, titled, Date Marking for Food Safety, date implemented
12/19/22, indicated, The facility adheres to a date marking system to ensure the safety of ready-to-eat,
time/temperature control for safety food .2. The food shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by
which the food shall be consumed or discarded. 3. The individual opening or preparing a food shall be
responsible for date marking the food at the time the food is opened or prepared. 4. The marking system
shall include the date of opening, and the date the item must be consumed or discarded . 6. The Head
Cook, or designee, shall be responsible for checking the refrigerators daily for food items that are expiring,
and shall discard accordingly. 7. The Dietary Supervisor (Manager), or designee, shall spot check the
refrigerators weekly for compliance, and document accordingly. Corrective action shall be taken as needed .
A review of the facility's policy and procedure, titled, Dented or Damaged Cans, dated 10/19, indicated,
Upon delivery, all canned food products should be inspected for safe transport and quality upon receipt .
A review of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Document titled, Food Code 2022, dated 1/18/23,
indicated, 3-201.11 Compliance with Food Law. Refer to the public health reason for § 3-401.11.
Source A primary line of defense in ensuring that food meets the requirements of § 3-101.11 is to
obtain food from approved sources, the implications of which are discussed below. However, it is also
critical to monitor food products to ensure that, after harvesting and processing, they do not fall victim to
conditions that endanger their safety, make them adulterated, or compromise their honest presentation. The
regulatory community, industry, and consumers should exercise vigilance in controlling the conditions to
which foods are subjected and be alert to signs of abuse. FDA considers food in hermetically sealed
containers that are swelled or leaking to be adulterated and actionable under the Federal Food, Drug, and
Cosmetic Act. Depending on the circumstances, rusted and pitted or dented cans may also present a
serious potential hazard.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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F 0813
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure safe and sanitary practices
were instituted for food brought in to residents by family or visitors from outside the facility when food saved
for resident consumption was unlabeled and undated for 25 sampled residents.
Residents Affected - Few
This failure had the potential to result in consumption of food that is unsafe and cause foodborne illness in
residents who received food from outside sources.
Findings:
During an interview with the Dietary Manager (DM) on 3/26/25 at 12:20 p.m., the DM stated, nurses should
label the food brought from home with the date received and the use by date to assure that the resident's
food is safe to eat.
A review of the facility's signage posted on the refrigerator's front door, undated, indicated, Please label the
resident's food with the following details before putting it in the fried: [sic] Name and Rm# .Date Received
.Used-by date (3 days from received). Any and all food items must have a date. Any food items that are not
dated will be discarded.
During a concurrent observation and interview inside the Medication Room, North Station with Licensed
Nurse 11 (LN 11), on 3/26/25 at 12:40 p.m., LN 11 confirmed there was a square, black plastic container
that held cooked noodles, a container of wild berry jam, and a juice drink inside the resident's refrigerator
that were unlabeled with a resident's name, use by date, and a received by date. LN 11 stated, it's
important to label the food items brought from home to ensure the food is safe to eat and consumed by the
rightful owner. LN 11 further stated, the signage posted on the refrigerator's front door should be followed
by the staff to prevent confusion and food must be thrown away after 3 days from the received date to avoid
potential harm to residents. LN 11 emphasized unlabeled food items should be discarded to prevent
possible cross contamination.
During an interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 3/27/25 at 11:25 a.m., the DON stated, the
resident's food brought from home should be labeled with resident's name, received date, and open date to
ensure the food is safe to eat. The DON emphasized there was signage posted on the refrigerator's front
door to remind the staff to label the stored food items.
A review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Use and Storage of Food Brought in by Family or
Visitors, date implemented 12/19/22, indicated, 1. All food items that are already prepared by the family or
visitor brought in must be approved per Nursing to ensure is in accordance with the Diet Order and labeled
with content and dated. a. The facility may refrigerate labeled and dated prepared items. b. The prepared
food must be consumed by the resident within 3 days. c. If not consumed within 3 days, food will be thrown
away by the facility staff.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 3. Upon the
Team's entrance on 3/24/25 at 8 a.m., the DON instructed all surveyors to wear masks as they have current
residents with an active respiratory infection in the facility. The DON emphasized that all employees are
required to wear masks to promote infection control and decrease transmission of respiratory infection.
Residents Affected - Some
During a concurrent observation and interview at the North Station hallway with the NP on 3/25/25 at 11:25
a.m., the NP was not wearing a mask, stood across from the North Nurses Station while reading
documents. The NP acknowledged she should wear a mask as required by the facility to promote infection
control.
In a review of the facility's P&P titled, Management of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV, respiratory virus
that infects the lungs and respiratory tract), date implemented 12/19/22, indicated, .3. Infection control
principles will be followed to decrease the risk of transmission based on federal, state or local guidance.
These principles include .d. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE, [equipment used to prevent
or minimize exposure to hazards].)
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to follow and maintain an effective
infection prevention and control program for a census of 125 when:
1. Residents' non-pharmaceutical (not medicinal drug related) personal belongings were found stored in
four out of four sampled medication carts with pharmaceutical products;
2. Two facility staff did not wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) when performing resident
care on Resident 70 who was on enhanced barrier precaution (EBP- also known as enhanced standard
precaution/ESP, infection control intervention designed to reduce transmission of multidrug-resistant
organisms [MDROs- bacteria that resist treatment with more than one antibiotic] that employs targeted
gown and glove use); and,
3. A facility staff, Nurse Practitioner (NP) was not wearing a facemask as required by the facility.
These failures had the potential to spread germs and cause infection among residents, staff, and visitors.
Findings:
1. During a concurrent observation and interview on 3/25/25 at 9:47 a.m. with Licensed Nurse (LN) 7 of
medication cart 1, three rings and a white phone charger labelled with residents' name and room numbers
were found stored next to the controlled medications (medications with high potential for abuse or
addiction). LN 7 confirmed the observation. LN 7 stated the phone charger was owned by a discharged
patient. LN 7 further stated they would store resident's personal items in medication carts to keep it safe.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 3/25/25 at 10:03 a.m. with LN 2 of medication cart
north-3, a hearing aid stored in a black container with its packaging box, a cellular phone [NAME] kit with its
packaging card, two compact discs both stored in white paper sleeves, a black phone charger tied up with a
rubber band, and a black key all labelled with residents' name and room numbers
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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F 0880
were all found stored next to the controlled medications. LN 2 confirmed the observation.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During a concurrent observation and interview on 3/25/25 at 10:25 a.m. with LN 8 of medication cart
south-3, a hearing aid stored in a black container was found stored next to the controlled medications. LN 8
confirmed the observation.
Residents Affected - Some
During a concurrent observation and interview on 3/25/25 at 10:37 a.m. with LN 6 of medication cart
south-5, a hearing aid with its packaging box, and a pair of eyeglasses labelled with residents' name and
room number were found stored next to the controlled medications. LN 6 confirmed the observation.
During an interview on 3/25/25 at 10:42 a.m. with the IP, the IP stated she did not feel that there was an
issue with residents' personal items being stored in medication carts next to the controlled medications. The
IP also stated that residents' personal items were stored in medication carts so the items would not be lost,
and the nurses could keep on eye on the personal items.
During a phone interview on 3/26/25 at 3:21 p.m. with the Pharmacy Consultant (PC), the PC stated that
medications carts should only contain pharmacological products and equipment's necessary for medication
administration, and it should not contain personal items. The PC also stated that the facility should have a
different area to keep resident's personal items safe. The PC further stated that it would be a risk for cross
contamination (movement or transfer of harmful bacteria from one person, object or place to another) if
personal items are stored next to controlled medications because the items would still be in the same
drawer.
During an interview on 3/27/25 at 10:26 a.m., with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated she
would not expect to have resident's personal items stored in medication carts. The DON further stated
having personal items in the medication cart could result in contamination or spread of germs which could
cause infection to other residents.
A review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Medication Storage, dated 12/19/22, indicated, It
is the policy of this facility to ensure all medications housed on our premises will be stored in the pharmacy
and/or medication rooms according to the manufacturer's recommendations and sufficient to ensure proper
sanitation .
2. Resident 70 was admitted in Summer of 2023 with multiple diagnosis which included Resistance to
multiple antibiotics (bacterial that do not respond to several types of antibiotics) and stage 4 (Full-thickness
skin and tissue loss with exposed muscle, tendon, ligament, cartilage, or bone) pressure ulcer (localized,
pressure-related damage to the skin and/or underlying tissue usually over a bony prominence).
During a concurrent interview and observation on 3/26/25 at 4:06 p.m., Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
providing bed bath to Resident 70 without a ppe gown on. CNA 5 stated We should wear PPE for
precaution.
During a concurrent interview and observation on 3/26/25 at 4:07 p.m., CNA 6 providing bed bath to
Resident 70 without PPE gown on. CNA 6 stated We should wear enhanced barrier precautions because
she has a tube and wound. If we don't wear it we are at risk of fluids going on us.
During an interview on 3/26/25 at 4:13 p.m. with LN (Licensed Nurse) 10, LN 10, stated For
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(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
056304
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
03/27/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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F 0880
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
[Resident 70] bed bath I would wear gown, and gloves. I will look at the EHB (Enhanced Barrier Precaution,
safety steps used to help stop the spread of germs) sign or care plan to guide me . all patients with g-tubes
are on enhanced barrier precautions An adverse outcome could be risk for infection.
During an interview on 3/26/25 at 4:15 p.m. with DON (Director of Nursing), the DON confirmed it was the
expectation for all staff to wear gowns, masks, and gloves, when providing direct patient care for residents
on EBP. The DON stated wearing proper PPE while providing care to residents on EBP due to risk of
infection.
During an interview on 3/27/25, at 9:34 a.m., with the IP (Infection Preventionist), the IP confirmed it was
the expectation for all staff to wear gowns, masks, and gloves, when providing direct patient care for
residents on EBP. The IP stated wearing proper PPE while providing care to residents on EBP was needed
to prevent the spread of infection to staff and residents.
During a review of Resident 70's Care Plan Report, dated 6/24/2024, indicated, Resident is placed on
Enhanced Barrier Precautions related to unhealed wounds.
During a review of the facilities Policy and Procedure (P & P) titled Enhanced Barrier Precautions, dated
3/10/25, PPE for enhanced barrier precautions is only necessary when performing high-contact care
activities High-contact resident care activities include bathing/showering .device care . feeding tubes.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0919
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure call light system was
accessible for five out of 29 sampled residents (Resident 122, Resident 75, Resident 55, Resident 27, and
Resident 112) when:
Residents Affected - Some
1. Resident 122 and Resident 75's call light button was not within reach;
2. Resident 55's call light was broken; and,
3. Bathroom call system was not available for Resident 27 and Resident 112.
These failures had the potential to result in residents' needs not being met and prevent communication for
assistance when needed.
Findings:
1a. A review of Resident 122's clinical record indicated Resident 122 was admitted August of 2024 and had
diagnoses that included dementia (a progressive state of decline in mental abilities), anxiety disorder (a
mental health disorder characterized by feelings of worry, anxiety, or fear that are strong enough to interfere
with one's daily activities), and major depressive disorder (persistently depressed mood or loss of interest
in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life).
A review of Resident 122's Minimum Data Set (MDS- a federally mandated resident assessment tool)
Cognitive Patterns, dated 2/14/25, indicated Resident 122 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS- a
tool to assess cognition) score of 3 out of 15 which indicated Resident 122 had a severely impaired
cognition (mental process of acquiring knowledge and understanding). A review of Resident 122's MDS
Functional Abilities, dated 2/14/25, indicated Resident 122 was dependent with eating, shower/bathing self,
lower body dressing, and putting on/taking off footwear, and needed substantial/maximal assistance with
oral hygiene, toileting hygiene, upper body dressing, and personal hygiene. A further review of Resident
122's MDS Functional Abilities indicated Resident 122 needed substantial/maximal assistance with rolling
left and right, sit to lying, lying to sitting on the side of bed, sit to stand, chair/bed-to-chair transfer, toilet
transfer, and tub/shower transfer.
A review of Resident 122's care plan intervention, dated 8/28/24, indicated, Place the resident's call light is
[sic] within reach and encourage the resident to use it for assistance as needed. The resident needs prompt
response to all requests for assistance.
During an observation on 3/24/25 at 8:40 a.m. in Resident 122's room, Resident 122 was observed lying on
bed, awake, and her call light button was on the floor, below her bed, and was tangled with the bed frame.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 3/24/25 at 1:14 p.m. with Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
1, in Resident 122's room, CNA 1 confirmed that Resident 122's call light button was on the floor, below her
bed, and was tangled with the bed frame. CNA 1 stated the call light button should be within Resident 122's
reach so whenever Resident 122 needs anything, she could call for help.
1b. A review of Resident 75's clinical record indicated Resident 75 was admitted August of 2021 and had
diagnoses that included dementia, respiratory failure (is a serious condition that develops
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
when the lungs can't get enough oxygen into the blood and makes it difficult for a person to breathe on his
own), and major depressive disorder.
A review of Resident 75's MDS Cognitive Patterns, dated 1/31/25, indicated Resident 75 had BIMS score of
3 out of 15 which indicated Resident 75 had a severely impaired cognition. A review of Resident 75's MDS
Functional Abilities, dated 1/31/25, indicated Resident 75 needed substantial/maximal assistance with oral
hygiene, toileting hygiene, shower/bathing self, lower body dressing, and personal hygiene. A further review
of Resident 75's MDS Functional Abilities indicated Resident 75 needed substantial/maximal assistance
with rolling left and right, sit to lying, lying to sitting on the side of bed, chair/bed-to-chair transfer, and
tub/shower transfer.
A review of Resident 75's care plan intervention, dated 8/17/21, indicated, Place the resident's call light is
[sic] within reach and encourage the resident to use it for assistance as needed. The resident needs prompt
response to all requests for assistance.
During an observation on 3/24/25 at 9:34 a.m. in Resident 75's room, Resident 75 was observed lying on
bed, awake, and his call light button was on the floor, at the bottom of his bed. Resident 75 stated he did
know where his call light button was at.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 3/24/25 at 10:44 a.m. with CNA 2, in Resident 75's room,
CNA 2 confirmed that Resident 75's call light button was on the floor, at the bottom of his bed. CNA 2
stated the call light button should be placed within Resident 75's reach.
During an interview on 3/27/25 at 10:26 a.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated the call
light buttons should be within reach of the resident.
A review of the facility's policies and procedures (P&P) titled, Call Lights: Accessibility and Timely
Response, dated 12/19/22, indicated, 5. Staff will ensure the call light is within reach of resident and
secured, as needed.
6. The call system will be accessible to residents while in their bed or other sleeping accommodations
within the resident ' s room.
2. A review of Resident 55's clinical record indicated Resident 55 was admitted January of 2024 and had
diagnoses that included dementia, cerebral infarction (damage to a part in the brain due to a disrupted
blood flow), and depression (a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of
interest that can interfere with daily lives).
A review of Resident 55's MDS Cognitive Patterns, dated 12/26/24, indicated Resident 55 had BIMS score
of 3 out of 15 which indicated Resident 55 had a severely impaired cognition. A review of Resident 55's
MDS Functional Abilities, dated 12/26/24, indicated Resident 55 was dependent with eating, oral hygiene,
toileting hygiene, shower/bathing self, upper and lower body dressing, putting on/taking off footwear, and
personal hygiene. A further review of Resident 55's MDS Functional Abilities indicated Resident 55 was
dependent with rolling left and right, chair/bed-to-chair transfer, and tub/shower transfer.
A review of Resident 55's care plan intervention, dated 3/15/24, indicated, Place the resident's call light is
[sic] within reach and encourage the resident to use it for assistance as needed. The resident needs prompt
response to all requests for assistance.
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056304
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center
3630 Mission Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0919
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
During an observation on 3/24/25 at 9:45 a.m. in Resident 55's room, Resident 55 was observed lying on
bed, awake, and her call light system wire was observed on the floor with missing call light button.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 3/24/25 at 10:50 a.m. with CNA 4, in Resident 55's room,
CNA 4 confirmed that Resident 55's call light system was broken. CNA 4 stated, I don't know if it's [broken
call light button] on purpose, but it's [Resident 55 ' s call light] broken. CNA 4 further stated Resident 55
knows how to a call light button so she would expect Resident 55 to be provided with working call light
system.
During an interview on 3/27/25 at 10:26 a.m. with the DON, the DON stated she would expect the residents'
call light system to be functional and not broken.
A review of the facility's P&P titled, Accommodation of Needs, dated 12/19/22, indicated, 3. Facility staff
shall make efforts to reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of the resident as they make use
of their physical environment.
A review of the facility's P&P titled, Call Lights: Accessibility and Timely Response, dated 12/19/22,
indicated, The purpose of this policy is to assure the facility is adequately equipped with a call light.
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