F 0550
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or
her rights.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to treat resident with respect and dignity when
the staff failed to cover the urinary bag, for one of one resident reviewed (Resident 2).
This failure increased the potential to negatively affect Resident 2's psychosocial wellbeing.
Findings:
On December 23, 2024, at 8:52 a.m., during a concurrent observation and interview with Resident 2 in his
room, Resident 2's urinary catheter drainage bag was observed to be not covered with a dignity bag (used
to cover urine collection bag) and was hanging below the level of bed. Resident 2 stated he was not
comfortable if someone would see his pee.
On December 23, 2024, at 8:54 a.m., during a concurrent observation and interview with the Licensed
Vocational Nurse (LVN). The LVN stated the urinary bag was exposed and was not covered with a privacy
bag. The LVN further stated, he will feel not comfortable if that was his bag and was not covered, It should
have been covered.
On December 23, 2024, Resident 2's record was reviewed. Resident 2 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE], with diagnoses which included neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder (lack of bladder control).
A review of Resident 2's Minimum Data Set (MDS - a tool for assessment), dated November 1, 2024,
indicated Resident 2 had a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status - a tool used to assess cognition) of
cognitively intact.
A review of Resident 2's Order Summary, dated December 4, 2024, indicated, .SUPRA PUBIC CATHETER
CARE (tube that is used to drain urine from the bladder) Q SHIFT .
A review of Resident 2 ' s care plan, dated December 4, 2024, indicated, .Has Suprapubic Catheter related
to Neurogenic Bladder (lack of bladder control) .Agreed to place catheter bag inside a basin .
On December 23, 2024, at 1:30 p.m., during an interview with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON
stated residents should be treated with respect and dignity. The DON further stated the urinary bag
uncovered will cause psychosocial effect to resident and it should have been covered with dignity bag.
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Any deficiency statement ending with an asterisk (*) denotes a deficiency which the institution may be excused from correcting providing it is determined that other
safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days following the
date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14 days following the date
these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued program participation.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Premier Care Center for Palm Springs
2990 East Ramon Road
Palm Springs, CA 92264
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F 0550
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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A review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Resident Rights, dated October 2024, indicated, .It is
the policy of this facility that all residents be treated with kindness, dignity and respect .The staff shall
display respect for Resident ' s when .caring for .as constant affirmation of their individually and dignity as
human beings .
A review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Indwelling Urinary Catheter Care, dated October 2024,
indicated, .It is the policy of this facility that each resident with an indwelling catheter will receive catheter
care daily and as needed (PRN) to promote hygiene, comfort, and decrease the risk of infection .Cover the
drainage bag with privacy bag to maintain dignity .
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/30/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Premier Care Center for Palm Springs
2990 East Ramon Road
Palm Springs, CA 92264
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0558
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure the call light (device that
produce a tone and light) was available for the resident to use and call for assistance, for one of two
residents reviewed (Resident 2).
Residents Affected - Few
This failure had the potential to result in the resident being unable to call for staff assistance when needed.
Findings:
On December 23, 2024, at 8:20 a.m., an unannounced visit was conducted at the facility for the
investigation of a complaint.
On December 23, 2024, at 8:48 a.m., during a concurrent observation and interview with Resident 2 in his
room, Resident 2 was observed with a metallic silver portable call bell on top of his overbed table. There
was no call light wiring attached to the socket on the wall and there was no push button wire connected to
it. In a concurrent interview, Resident 2 stated the call light system was broken and staff gave him a call bell
and was placed on top of his over bed table. Resident 2 further stated he cannot press the bell because his
arms were unable to move, I yelled if I need help, It so frustrating.
On December 23, 2024, at 8:50 p.m., an interview with the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) was
conducted. The LVN stated a portable call bell was given to Resident 2 because the call light system was
broken. The LVN stated Resident 2 had a condition of paralysis (loss of muscle function) and used sensor
pads to call for assistance. The LVN stated Resident 2 could not move and he could not use the bell to call
for assistance. The LVN further stated if the call light system would not be fixed, the resident's needs would
not be met.
On December 23, 2024, Resident 2's record was reviewed. Resident 2 was admitted to facility on
December 4, 2024, with diagnoses which included quadriplegia (a condition where all four limbs arms and
legs are paralyzed).
A review of Resident 2's Minimum Data Set (MDS - a tool for assessment), dated November 1, 2024,
indicated Resident 2 had a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status - a tool used to assess cognition) of
cognitively intact.
On December 23, 2024, at 8:57 a.m., an interview with the Maintenance Assistant (MA) was conducted.
The MA stated the call light system was broken. The MA further stated, it should have been fixed and
repaired.
On December 23, 2024, at 9 a.m., during an interview with the Administrator (ADM), the ADM stated, he
expected to all maintenance staff that anything in repair should had been addressed immediately. The ADM
further stated, the call light system should had been fixed and repaired to accommodate the needs of the
resident.
A review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Equipment Maintenance, dated October 2024,
indicated, .It is the policy of this facility to establish procedures for routine and non-routine care of
equipment and to ensure that equipment remains in good working order for resident and staff
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
056328
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/30/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Premier Care Center for Palm Springs
2990 East Ramon Road
Palm Springs, CA 92264
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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 0558
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
safety .Electrical and hydraulic equipment will be inspected by the Maintenance Supervisor or Designee to
ensure that equipment is working properly .
A review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Accommodation of Needs, dated October 2024,
indicated, .It is the policy of this facility to be aware of the importance of awareness of accommodation of
needs for each resident as individual Nursing staff will communicate with Don/Designee and/or
Administrator after assessing residents if there is any specific accommodation for a particular resident
.Examples of accommodation of needs .Call lights .
A review of the undated facility's policy and procedure titled, Resident ' s Rights, indicated, .It is the policy
of this facility to provide accommodation of reasonable needs to the residents while in the facility .Staff will
Review resident ' s preference and accommodate their needs as soon as possible .If the request or need
cannot be met, another intervention will be in place to ensure resident is comfortable .Examples of
accommodation of needs, but not limited to .Devices to use .call lights .
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
056328
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/30/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Premier Care Center for Palm Springs
2990 East Ramon Road
Palm Springs, CA 92264
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0600
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment,
and neglect by anybody.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents was free from verbal abuse, for one of five
residents reviewed (Resident 5), when the Certified Nurse Assistant Student (CNAS) called Resident 5 an
inappropriate word.
This failure had the potential for Resident 5 to experience emotional distress.
Findings:
On December 23, 2024, at 8:20 a.m., an unannounced visit was made to the facility to investigate one
facility reported incident.
On December 23, 2024, Resident 5's record was reviewed. Resident 5 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE], with diagnoses which included hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting
left non-dominant side (both medical conditions that cause weakness or paralysis on one side of the body).
A review of Resident 5's History and Physical, dated December 5, 2024, indicated Resident 5 was mentally
capable of understanding.
A review of Resident 5 ' s eInteract Change in Condition Evaluation, dated December 19, 2024, indicated,
.VERBAL ALTERCATION .
A review of Resident 5 ' s care plan, dated December 19, 2024, indicated, .Potential for a psychosocial
well-being problem r/t (related to) verbal altercation with staff .When conflict arises, remove residents to a
calm safe environment and allow to vent/share feelings .
A review of Resident 5 ' s progress notes IDT, dated December 23, 2024, indicated, .IDT met to review
allegation of verbal altercation with staff .With this incident resident was cussing and threatening staff and
appears staff responded inappropriately .
On December 23, 2024, at 10:10 a.m., an interview was conducted with Resident 5. Resident 5 stated the
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) assigned to him requested a CNA Student (CNAS) to assists in providing
care. Resident 5 stated during the start of care he mentioned to both staff that the care for him was useless
due to his body condition was not capable to improve. Resident 5 stated the CNAS told him Resident 5
should have been cooperative with care, so he would be better. Resident 5 stated he did not understand
what the CNAS meant, so he asked to clarify it from the CNAS and then they started exchanging
inappropriate words. Resident 5 further stated, the CNAS told him f____ off and gave him the middle finger.
Resident 5 further stated, I felt disrespected.
On December 23, 2024, at 10:35 a.m., an interview was conducted with the CNA. The CNA stated she was
standing on the right side of Resident 5 ' s bed when she heard the CNAS stated inappropriate words to
Resident 5. The CNA further stated, I was shocked.
On December 23, 2024, at 11:01 a.m., an interview was conducted with the Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN). The LVN stated the CNA reported Resident 5 and the CNAS had a verbal altercation on December
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
056328
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/30/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Premier Care Center for Palm Springs
2990 East Ramon Road
Palm Springs, CA 92264
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0600
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
17, 2024. The LVN stated the CNAS should have not been engaged in verbal altercation with Resident 5.
The LVN further stated, its verbal abuse.
On December 23, 2024, at 1:55 a.m., an interview was conducted with the Administrator (ADM). The ADM
stated he expected to all staff to maintain the facility free from any types of abuse. The ADM further stated
the verbal altercation should have been prevented if the CNAS did not mentioned inappropriate words
towards Resident 5.
A review of the facility ' s policy and procedure titled, Abuse: Prevention of and Prohibition Against, dated
October 2024, indicated, .It is the policy of this facility that each resident has the right to be free from
abuse, neglect, misappropriation of resident property and exploitation .This policy applies to all Facility staff
including, but not limited to, employees .students and other caregivers who provide care and services to
residents on behalf of the Facility .Residents also have the right to be free from verbal, sexual, physical,
and mental abuse .Verbal abuse includes the use of oral, written, or gestured language that willfully
includes disparaging and derogatory terms to residents or their representatives, or within the hearing
distance, regardless of their age, ability to comprehend or disability .
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
056328
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/30/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Premier Care Center for Palm Springs
2990 East Ramon Road
Palm Springs, CA 92264
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 0609
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper
authorities.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to report an allegation of verbal abuse by a Certified Nursing
Assistant Student (CNAS) towards a resident to the California Department of Public Health (CDPH)
immediately or within 2 hours after the allegation was made, for one of five residents (Resident 5).
This failure had the potential to result in further abuse for Resident 5, affecting the resident's emotional, and
psychosocial well-being.
Findings:
On December 23, 2024, at 8:20 a.m., an unannounced visit to the facility was conducted to investigate an
allegation of abuse.
A review of Resident 5's record indicated, Resident 5 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses
which included hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
(both medical conditions that cause weakness or paralysis on one side of the body).
A review of Resident 5's History and Physical, dated December 5, 2024, indicated Resident 5 was mentally
capable of understanding.
A review of Resident 5 ' s eInteract Change in Condition Evaluation, dated December 19, 2024, indicated,
.VERBAL ALTERCATION .
A review of Resident 5 ' s care plan, dated December 19, 2024, indicated, .Potential for a psychosocial
well-being problem r/t (related to) verbal altercation with staff .When conflict arises, remove residents to a
calm safe environment and allow to vent/share feelings .
A review of Resident 5 ' s LN-(Licensed Nurse) Condition Monitoring, dated December 23, 2024, indicated,
.PSYCHOSOCIAL MONITORING DUE TO VERBAL ALTERCATION WITH STAFF .
On December 23, 2024, at 10:10 a.m., an interview was conducted with Resident 5. Resident 5 stated the
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) assigned to him requested a CNA Student (CNAS) to assists in providing
care. Resident 5 stated during the start of care he mentioned to both staff that the care for him was useless
due to his body condition was not capable to improve. Resident 5 stated the CNAS told him Resident 5
should have been cooperative with care, so he would be better. Resident 5 stated he did not understand
what the CNAS meant, so he asked to clarify it from the CNAS and then they started exchanging
inappropriate words. Resident 5 further stated, the CNAS told him f____ off and gave him the middle finger.
Resident 5 further stated, I felt disrespected and was verbally abused.
On December 23, 2024, at 10:35 a.m., an interview was conducted with the CNA. The CNA stated she was
standing on the right side of Resident 5 ' s bed when she heard the CNAS stated inappropriate words to
Resident 5. The CNA further stated, I was shocked. The CNA stated she reported the altercation incident to
the Licensed Vocational Nurse and was told that the LVN would report it. The CNA stated the Director of
Nursing (DON) talked to her after her lunch break and was told not to worry about it as Resident 5 would do
that a lot. The CNA stated she was not asked by the DON of the details of the incident, and she assumed
the LVN had already discussed it to the DON.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
056328
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/30/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Premier Care Center for Palm Springs
2990 East Ramon Road
Palm Springs, CA 92264
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 0609
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
On December 23, 2024, at 11:35 a.m., during an interview with the Social Service Director (SSD), the SSD
stated the Ombudsman came in the facility on December 19, 2024, and was notified of the abuse allegation
incident on December 17, 2024. The SSD stated, any allegation of abuse should be reported immediately
within 2 hours. The SSD stated the Administrator reported the incident to CDPH on December 19, 2024, (2
days from when the allegation was reported). The SSD further stated, the staff should have been reported
the incident within 2 hours.
On December 23, 2024, at 1:30 p.m., during an interview with the DON, the DON stated he received a
report from the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) that Resident 5 had cussed and yelled with a staff. The
DON stated he did not investigate further and did not report to CDPH. The DON further stated he should
have reported the alleged abuse to CDPH for resident safety.
A review of the facility ' s policy and procedure titled, Reporting Alleged Violation of Abuse, Neglect,
Exploitation or Mistreatment, dated October 2024, indicated, .In response to allegations of abuse .the
Facility will .Ensure that all alleged violations involving abuse .are reported immediately .Not later than two
(2) hours after the allegation is made if the events that cause the allegation involves abuse .Ensure that all
alleged violations involving abuse .are reported to .The administrator of the Facility .The state Survey
Agency .Adult Protective Services .
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
056328
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/30/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Premier Care Center for Palm Springs
2990 East Ramon Road
Palm Springs, CA 92264
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 0610
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to report an allegation of verbal abuse by a Certified Nursing
Assistant Student (CNAS) towards a resident to the California Department of Public Health (CDPH)
immediately or within 2 hours after the allegation was made, for one of five residents (Resident 5).
Residents Affected - Few
This failure had the potential to result in further abuse for Resident 5, affecting the resident's emotional, and
psychosocial well-being.
Findings:
On December 23, 2024, at 8:20 a.m., an unannounced visit to the facility was conducted to investigate an
allegation of abuse.
A review of Resident 5's record indicated, Resident 5 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses
which included hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
(both medical conditions that cause weakness or paralysis on one side of the body).
A review of Resident 5's History and Physical, dated December 5, 2024, indicated Resident 5 was mentally
capable of understanding.
A review of Resident 5 ' s eInteract Change in Condition Evaluation, dated December 19, 2024, indicated,
.VERBAL ALTERCATION .
A review of Resident 5 ' s care plan, dated December 19, 2024, indicated, .Potential for a psychosocial
well-being problem r/t (related to) verbal altercation with staff .When conflict arises, remove residents to a
calm safe environment and allow to vent/share feelings .
A review of Resident 5 ' s LN-(Licensed Nurse) Condition Monitoring, dated December 23, 2024, indicated,
.PSYCHOSOCIAL MONITORING DUE TO VERBAL ALTERCATION WITH STAFF .
On December 23, 2024, at 10:10 a.m., an interview was conducted with Resident 5. Resident 5 stated the
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) assigned to him requested a CNA Student (CNAS) to assists in providing
care. Resident 5 stated during the start of care he mentioned to both staff that the care for him was useless
due to his body condition was not capable to improve. Resident 5 stated the CNAS told him Resident 5
should have been cooperative with care, so he would be better. Resident 5 stated he did not understand
what the CNAS meant, so he asked to clarify it from the CNAS and then they started exchanging
inappropriate words. Resident 5 further stated, the CNAS told him f____ off and gave him the middle finger.
Resident 5 further stated, I felt disrespected and was verbally abused.
On December 23, 2024, at 10:35 a.m., an interview was conducted with the CNA. The CNA stated she was
standing on the right side of Resident 5 ' s bed when she heard the CNAS stated inappropriate words to
Resident 5. The CNA further stated, I was shocked. The CNA stated she reported the altercation incident to
the Licensed Vocational Nurse and was told that the LVN would report it. The CNA stated the Director of
Nursing (DON) talked to her after her lunch break and was told not to worry about it as Resident 5 would do
that a lot. The CNA stated she was not asked by the DON of the details of the incident, and she assumed
the LVN had already discussed it to the DON.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
056328
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/30/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Premier Care Center for Palm Springs
2990 East Ramon Road
Palm Springs, CA 92264
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 0610
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
On December 23, 2024, at 11:35 a.m., during an interview with the Social Service Director (SSD), the SSD
stated the Ombudsman came in the facility on December 19, 2024, and was notified of the abuse allegation
incident on December 17, 2024. The SSD stated, any allegation of abuse should be reported immediately
within 2 hours. The SSD stated the Administrator reported the incident to CDPH on December 19, 2024, (2
days from when the allegation was reported). The SSD further stated, the staff should have been reported
the incident within 2 hours.
On December 23, 2024, at 1:30 p.m., during an interview with the DON, the DON stated he received a
report from the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) that Resident 5 had cussed and yelled with a staff. The
DON stated he did not investigate further and did not report to CDPH. The DON further stated he should
have reported the alleged abuse to CDPH for resident safety.
A review of the facility ' s policy and procedure titled, Reporting Alleged Violation of Abuse, Neglect,
Exploitation or Mistreatment, dated October 2024, indicated, .In response to allegations of abuse .the
Facility will .Ensure that all alleged violations involving abuse .are reported immediately .Not later than two
(2) hours after the allegation is made if the events that cause the allegation involves abuse .Ensure that all
alleged violations involving abuse .are reported to .The administrator of the Facility .The state Survey
Agency .Adult Protective Services .
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
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If continuation sheet
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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
056328
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/30/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Premier Care Center for Palm Springs
2990 East Ramon Road
Palm Springs, CA 92264
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 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, and record review, the facility failed to ensure nutritional care and services were
provided, for one of three sampled residents reviewed (Resident 7), when the nutritional recommendations
of the Registered Dietitian (RD) to address Resident 7's significant weight loss were not followed.
Residents Affected - Few
This failure resulted to Resident 7 not receiving the interventions to address resident's weight loss. In
addition, this failure had the potential to result for further weight loss on Resident 7.
Findings:
On December 23, 2024, at 8:20 a.m., an unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint on
quality of care concerns.
On December 23, 2024, at 2:20 p.m., during a concurrent observation and interview with Resident 7 in her
room, Resident 7 was observed lying in bed and was wearing a loose-fitting white shirt. Resident 7 stated
she use to wear the same clothes and it was well fit before but now the shirt was loose a little bit. Resident
7 further stated, This shirt started to loosen up.
On December 23, 2024, Resident 7's record was reviewed. Resident 7 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE], with diagnoses which included diabetes mellitus (abnormal blood sugar level in the body).
A review of Resident 7 ' s record, Initial admission Record, dated August 26, 2024, indicated that Resident
7 was alert oriented to person, place, time and able to follow simple commands.
A review of Resident 7 ' s record care plan, dated September 5, 2024, indicated, At risk for wt (weight) loss
and dehydration due to Poor food intake .Monitor and evaluate any weight loss .
A review of Resident 7's Weights and Vitals Summary, indicated the following weights of Resident 7:
- August 27, 2024 (admission weight); 156 pounds (lbs);
- September 4, 2024; 143 lbs (weight loss of 13 lbs/8.3% in a week);
- October 7, 2024; 139 lbs (weight loss of 4 lbs in a month; 17 lbs since admission);
- November 5, 2024; 129 lbs (weight loss of 10 lbs/-7.2 % in a month);
- November 12, 2024; 130 lbs (weight loss of nine lbs/-6.5 % in a month);
- December 5, 2024; 130 lbs (weight loss of 13 lbs/9 % in 3 months); last weight obtained-refusal; and
- December 18, 2024; 114 lbs (weight loss of 16 lbs in 2 weeks and in a month)
A review of Resident 7 ' s record, LN-(Licensed Nurse) Nutrition Interdisciplinary Team (IDT - a group of
healthcare professionals) UPDATE, dated November 6, 2024, indicated, Resident 7 had weight loss of 10
pounds at 7 percent in 30 days with IDT recommendations of continue weekly weights for four
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FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
056328
If continuation sheet
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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
056328
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/30/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Premier Care Center for Palm Springs
2990 East Ramon Road
Palm Springs, CA 92264
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 0692
weeks then monthly when stable.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
There was no documented evidence of weekly weights after November 12, 2024, to address the IDT
recommendation to Resident 7 ' s significant weight loss.
Residents Affected - Few
A review of Resident 7's care plan, revised December 23, 2024, indicated, .At risk for wt loss and
dehydration due to Poor food intake .11/06/24 (November 6, 2024) weight loss of -10# (lbs)/7% x (times) 30
days .Interventions .Monitor and evaluate any weight loss .
On December 23, 2024, at 3:50 p.m., a follow up interview was conducted with Resident 7. Resident 7
stated she notice she lost some weight and her clothes are bigger than she used it. Resident 7 stated she
was being weighed weekly when she was first admitted and had stop for a few weeks.
On December 23, 2024, at 4 p.m., a concurrent interview and record review was conducted with the
Director of Nursing (DON). The DON stated there was no documentation Resident 7 was weighed on
November 19 and 26, 2024. The DON stated the weight that was used for December 5, 2024, was the
weight on November 12, 2024, which was 130 lbs. The DON stated the Registered Dietitian (RD)
recommended to weigh Resident 7 weekly times four weeks and it was not followed. The DON stated
Resident 7 should have been weighed on November 19 and 26, 2024 and supposedly on December 5,
2024 (monthly weight).
On December 26, 2024, at 9:16 a.m., the Dietary Supervisor (DS) was interviewed. The DS stated the
facility did not follow recommendations to weigh Resident 7 on the third and fourth weeks of November
2024 and there was no evidence of documentation for the reason of not weighing Resident 7. The DS
further stated Resident 7 should have been weighed and evaluated to further monitor the effectiveness of
the IDT interventions.
On December 26, 2024, at 9:32 a.m., an interview was conducted with the RD, the RD stated it was
important to follow IDT recommendations to weigh the residents who had unexpected significant weight
loss. The RD further stated if facility staff will not follow IDT recommendations, Resident 7 would not receive
appropriate interventions and may lead to unidentified further weight loss. The RD stated Resident 7 was
not weighed on November 19 and 26, 2024 and on December 5, 2024. The RD stated if the resident
refused to be weighed, the staff should have notified the RD so further recommendations could have been
initiated and identify if the resident had weight loss or gain.
A review of the undated facility ' s policy and procedure titled, Dietary Services, indicated, .It is the policy of
the facility to obtain an accurate weight as part of the residence assessment upon admission and at least
monthly thereafter .The facility is responsible for obtaining correct weights on a regular basis, and for
keeping accurate records .Reweighs may be requested if a discrepancy is presumed or a significant weight
change is noted to assure accuracy of the weight. All reweighs should be obtained within 24 hours if being
requested .Individuals with unplanned significant/severe weight loss will receive nutrition interventions to
prevent further weight loss, stabilize weight .Weekly weights may be necessary to monitor for changes and
effectiveness of interventions .Resident identified with unplanned, significant weight loss will have an IDT
note completed & weighed for additional 4 weeks. IDT to review weights weekly & do follow-up notes if
indicated .Weight Monitoring IDT .Residents necessitating closer weight observation/weekly weights as
determined by IDT will be provided to RNAs weekly by IDT .
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Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
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