F 0557
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal
possessions.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review the facility failed to ensure one of three residents (Resident 1) was free from
rough handling and treated with dignity and respect, while being assisted by Certified Nurse Assistant
(CNA) 1. This deficient practice resulted in a purplish discoloration to the left thumb, emotional distress, and
loss of dignity and trust in staff. Findings:During a review of Resident 1's admission Record, the admission
Record indicated Resident 1 was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with
diagnoses including multiple fractures (broken bones) of the ribs (right side), and motor vehicle accident
(car accident). During a review of Resident 1's History and Physical (H& P) dated 9/19/2025, the H&P
indicated Resident 1 had the capacity to understand and make decisions. During a review of Resident 1's
Minimum Data Set ([MDS]resident assessment tool) dated 9/14/2025, the MDS indicated Resident 1 had
normal cognitive function and required dependent (helper does all the effort) with toileting and personal
hygiene.During an interview on 12/4/2025 at 8:30 a.m. with Resident 1, Resident 1 stated on the morning of
the incident on 11/19/2025 at approximately 10:00 a.m., CNA 1 appeared to be in a bad mood and had
informed her that she would be receiving a shower that morning. Resident 1 stated she told CNA 1 that she
prefers to be showered between 3:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., not in the morning. Resident 1 stated that CNA
1 responded, Why didn't you tell me that earlier? Resident 1 stated that this conversation occurred at
approximately 10:30 a.m. Resident 1 stated that after the shower, CNA 1 left her in the wheelchair for
approximately 30 minutes and told her that she was going to lunch. Resident 1 stated that after lunch she
did not want to call for CNA 1 due to the CNA's earlier behavior. Resident 1 stated that she believed CNA 1
was upset because she had worked a double shift and appeared to be rushed. Resident 1 stated that CNA
1 came to her room between approximately 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to bring her dinner. Resident 1 stated
that she told CNA 1 at that time that she intended to report her concerns to a supervisor. Resident 1 stated
while CNA 1 was trying to put her gown on she took her left hand and squeezed it very hard. Resident 1
stated she had informed CNA 1 to be careful with her left arm, explaining that she had previously been in
an accident and fractured it. Resident 1 stated during the provision of care, she told CNA 1 that the CNA
was handling her too roughly. Resident 1 stated that after she voiced her concern, CNA 1 did not respond
and continued with care. Resident 1 stated that she later reported to the RN Supervisor, (RNS) that CNA 1
had not returned to her room and had left her bedside table a mess, without cleaning the area after care.
Resident 1 stated she did not inform the RNS at that time about CNA 1 squeezing her left hand because
she was afraid to report it. Resident 1 stated that on 11/20/2025, she noticed purplish discoloration on her
left thumb. Resident 1 stated that she informed License Vocational Nurse (LVN) 1 and asked her to come
into the room to look at the discoloration. Resident 1 stated at that time, she told LVN 1 that the injury
probably happened when CNA 1 squeezed my hand while changing my gown the previous day. Resident 1
stated that during her care, she observed
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Any deficiency statement ending with an asterisk (*) denotes a deficiency which the institution may be excused from correcting providing it is determined that other
safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days following the
date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14 days following the date
these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued program participation.
LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER
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Event ID:
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Department of Health & Human Services
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
056488
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/05/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Sunnyside Nursing Center
22617 S. Vermont Ave
Torrance, CA 90502
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 0557
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
CNA 1 appearing overwhelmed. Resident 1 stated that she believed this may have been because CNA 1
was working a double shift that day. Resident 1 stated that CNA 1 appeared to be rushing while providing
the shower, which made her feel concerned about her care. Resident 1 stated that from the time she
received her shower in the morning until the evening, when CNA 1 came in to bring her dinner tray, she did
not call for assistance from CNA 1. Resident 1 stated that she chose not to call for help from the morning
shower due to fear and concern regarding the CNA's earlier behavior. During an interview on 12/4/2025 at
8:45 a.m. with Resident 2, Resident 2 stated she heard Resident 1 telling CNA 1 that she was not handling
her right. Resident 2 stated that the voices sounded loud, but she was unable to make out the full
conversation between Resident 1 and CNA 1. During a telephone interview on 12/4/2025 at 9:33 a.m. with
CNA 1, CNA 1 stated that on the day of the incident, she transferred Resident 1 into the shower chair, and
after the transfer, Resident 1 informed her that she prefers to receive showers after 3:00 p.m. CNA 1 stated
that the alleged incident occurred later in the evening when she was assisting Resident 1 with putting on
her gown. CNA 1 stated that Resident 1 told her to be careful with her left arm prior to assistance, stating
that she had a previous car accident which had fractured her left arm, and that lifting it too high could cause
pain. CNA 1 stated that when she first attempted to lift the resident's arm, Resident 1 complained of pain,
and CNA 1 immediately stopped. CNA 1 stated that she felt rushed during her interaction while showering
the resident because she took a long time to shower and she needed to return to her other assigned
residents. CNA 1 acknowledged that her feeling rushed may have contributed to handling Resident 1's left
hand in a way that caused discomfort. CNA 1 stated that she did not intend to harm the residents, but she
recognized that her actions could have potentially violated Resident 1's rights. During a telephone interview
on 12/4/2025 at 11:14 a.m. with Unit Director of Nursing (UDON), the UDON stated that she was first made
aware of the allegation on 11/20/2025 at 5:45 p.m. by LVN 1. who called her to Resident 1's room due to
purplish discoloration on the resident's left thumb. The UDON stated she asked Resident 1 what had
happened, and the resident stated the injury may have occurred the previous night while CNA 1 was
assisting her with putting on her gown. The UDON stated Resident 1 stated that CNA 1 was rough with her
when she raised her arm to put on her gown and squeezed her hand. The UDON stated she assessed
Resident 1 upon being notified of the concern and during her assessment, she observed a purplish
discoloration on the lower part of Resident 1's left thumb. The UDON stated that if a resident is roughly
handled during care, the resident may feel afraid or unsafe. The UDON stated that the potential outcomes
include refusal of care, fear of staff, and possible injury. During an interview on 12/4/2025 at 11:50 a.m. with
Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated that she was first made aware of the allegation on 11/20/2025
at 5:00 p.m. by the UDON, who informed her that Resident 1 reported being roughly handled by CNA 1.
The DON stated, she instructed the UDON to send CNA 1 home, conduct a resident assessment, interview
staff and other residents, and notify the administrator. The DON stated that when a resident is roughly
handled during care, the resident may feel frightened, humiliated, or powerless, particularly when the
resident is physically vulnerable. The DON stated that such an experience can cause a resident to feel
unsafe with staff who provide hands-on care and may lead to the resident becoming withdrawn or reluctant
to participate in care activities. The DON stated these outcomes place the resident at risk for decline in
overall well-being and unmet care needs. During a telephone interview on 12/5/2025 at 8:43 a.m. with LVN
1, LVN 1 stated she was the charge nurse at the time Resident 1 reported the incident. LVN 1 stated
Resident 1 informed her on 11/20/2025 at 5:20 p.m. inside Resident 1's room about the alleged incident.
LVN 1 stated Resident 1 informed her on 11/19/2025, CNA 1 squeezed her left hand while trying to put her
gown on. LVN 1 stated
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FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
056488
If continuation sheet
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Printed: 05/15/2026
Form Approved OMB
No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
056488
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/05/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Sunnyside Nursing Center
22617 S. Vermont Ave
Torrance, CA 90502
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 0557
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
she assessed Resident 1 after the report and observed purplish discoloration on the resident's left lower
thumb. LVN 1 stated the discoloration appeared fresh. LVN 1 stated Resident 1 reported the bruise came
from the action of CNA 1. LVN 1 stated LVN 1 stated that she believes Resident 1's report regarding CNA
1's handling of her left arm was credible. LVN 1 stated she believed Resident 1's report is consistent with
the observed injury, noting the purplish discoloration on the resident's left thumb. LVN 1 acknowledged that
if a resident experiences discomfort or rough handling during care, this would constitute a violation of the
resident's rights. LVN 1 stated that if a resident is roughly handled during care, it can cause the resident to
feel afraid, anxious, and emotionally distressed. LVN 1 stated that that such an experience could result in
the resident being fearful of asking for assistance, hesitant to accept care, and could negatively impact the
resident's sense of safety and trust in staff. LVN 1 stated that residents have the right to feel safe and
secure while receiving care. During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Resident
Rights, dated 2024, the P&P indicated, Employees shall treat all residents with kindness, respect, and
dignity.
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Facility ID:
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