F 0695
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to provide the necessary oxygen therapy
according to the physician's order for one resident (#54) out of 30 sampled residents as evidenced by
resident #54 receiving oxygen therapy via nasal cannula at a rate above the physician orders. This had the
potential to affect the 21 residents receiving oxygen therapy at time of survey.
Residents Affected - Few
The findings included:
On 09/18/2023 at 07:37 AM, entered the room of resident #54. The resident was in bed with eyes closed
and oxygen running via nasal cannula at a rate of 4.5 Liters per minute (L/min) from an oxygen
concentrator located next to resident's bed. A plastic bag to hold tubing was attached to the concentrator
and dated 9/17/2023. The resident showed no signs of pain or distress. A call light was within reach.
On 09/19/2023 at 09:42 AM, resident #54 was observed in the activities room, sitting in a wheelchair at a
table surrounded by four other residents. The resident's eyes were closed, oxygen was in progress via
nasal cannula at a rate of 3 Liters per minute from an oxygen tank secured in a holder on the back of
resident's wheelchair.
On 09/20/2023 at 09:25AM, entered resident #54's room, the resident was smiling and had oxygen via
nasal cannula at a rate of 5 Liters per minute from an oxygen concentrator in progress. There were no signs
of distress observed. (Photo Obtained)
On 09/20/2023 at 11:48 AM, resident #54 was observed sitting in a wheelchair in front of the nursing
station being assisted with lunch by one staff member. The staff member was sitting in front of the resident,
speaking politely, encouraging the resident to eat. Oxygen was in progress via nasal cannula at a rate of 3
Liters per minute from an oxygen tank secured in a holder on the back of resident's wheelchair.
On 09/21/2023 09:55AM, resident #54 was brought into her room by one staff member. Staff B explained to
resident the treatment procedure and measured the resident's oxygen saturation. The result was 98%.
Review of resident #54's medical records revealed, the resident was admitted on [DATE] and readmitted on
date 07/07/2023. The residents medical diagnoses to included Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
(COPD) with Acute Exacerbation and Heart Failure.
Review of physician's orders dated 07/28/2023 revealed, respiratory care orders for oxygen via
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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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Event ID:
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
105432
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
09/21/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Riverside Care Center
899 NW 4th Street
Miami, FL 33128
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0695
nasal cannula at a rate of 3 Liter per minute, continuously on every shift for shortness of breath.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Upon review of resident's Medicare 5-day Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE], section C (Cognitive
Patterns) revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status score of 04 on a scale of 00 to 15 indicating resident
is cognitively impaired. Section G (Functional Status) revealed resident required extensive assistance with
bed mobility, transfer and toilet use by two staff and personal hygiene, dressing by one staff and total
dependence for locomotion and eating from one staff member. Sections J (Health Conditions, pain)
revealed resident had no pain or health conditions for last 5 days. Section O (Special Treatments,
Procedures, and Programs) revealed resident received oxygen, physical and occupational therapy for the
last 14 days.
Residents Affected - Few
Review of Care plan reference date 06/15/2023 revealed, resident #54 has a potential for respiratory
complication related to diagnosis (dx): Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
Interventions included: Oxygen Settings: Oxygen Via Nasal Cannula at 3 L/min continuous. Every shift for
Shortness of Breath related to COPD. Give aerosol or bronchodilators as ordered. Monitor/document any
side effects and effectiveness. Budesonide Inhalation Suspension 0.5 Milligrams (mg)/2milliliters (mL), 2 ml
inhale orally via nebulizer every 12 hours. Keep Head of bed (HOB) elevated. Monitor respiratory
pattern/effort. Monitor vital signs. Observe for acute respiratory insufficiency: Anxiety, Confusion,
Restlessness, Shortness of breath at rest, Cyanosis, Somnolence. Observe/document for anxiety. Offer
support, encourage resident to vent frustrations, fears. Reassure. Give as needed medications for anxiety
as ordered. Observe/document/report any respiratory infection: Fever, Chills, increase in sputum (document
the amount, color, and consistency), chest pain, increased difficulty breathing, increased coughing and
wheezing. Provide adequate by mouth (PO) fluids with and in-between meals. Provide adequate rest
periods between activities.
Review of the Nursing Progress Note dated 8/11/2023 at 6:51 PM revealed, resident was stable and had
oxygen by nasal cannula at 3 Liters per minute.
Interview with Registered Nurse (Staff A) at 09:50AM on 09/21/2023 (translated by Licensed Practical
Nurse, Staff B), Staff A stated she was the nurse for resident # 54. Staff A reported, the resident's order for
oxygen was 3 Liters per minute continuously. Staff A reported, she checked the resident's oxygen delivery
four times a day to ensure it was at the correct setting. Staff A reported, the treatment nurse checked the
oxygen saturation for all residents once a shift, enters the result into the treatment record of the Electronic
Medication Administration Record, and reports any concern to nursing and the nurse calls the doctor. Staff
A reported, the oxygen tubing is changed once a week on Sundays. Staff A reported, the doctor is notified if
a change in baseline is observed.
Review of the undated Policy and Procedure for Oxygen Administration revealed, Purpose: The Purpose of
this procedure is to provide guidelines for safe oxygen administration. Preparation: Verify that there is a
physician's order for this procedure. Review the physician's orders or facility protocol for oxygen
administration. Steps in the Procedure: 10. Adjust the oxygen delivery device so that it is comfortable for the
resident and the proper flow of oxygen is being administered.
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
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Event ID:
Facility ID:
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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
105432
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
09/21/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Riverside Care Center
899 NW 4th Street
Miami, FL 33128
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 0732
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to have daily nurse staffing posted
prior to the beginning of shifts on 2 of 2 nursing stations. This had the potential to affect the 115 residents
who resided in the facility at the time of this survey.
Residents Affected - Many
The findings included:
During an observation on the second and third floor nurse's station, on 09/18/23 at 6:42 AM, it was noted
that the staffing information was not posted, and both boards were blank. (Photo Evidence)
On 09/21/23 at 08:38 AM Staff C, the Certified Nursing Assistant (C N A) Coordinator reported, she has
been working in the facility for over 30 years and she oversees the CNA's schedule. They have a minimum
8 CNA's in the morning, in the afternoon 6, and at night 5 on each floor. The facility always has one CNA
extra in case its needed. The secretary of each floor oversees writing on the board the schedule for every
day. During the weekends there are always secretaries who oversee doing that. If there is only one, she
must write on the board for the two floors.
On 09/21/23 at 09:38 AM Staff D, Unit Clerk, who works on the 3rd floor stated that she has been working
in the facility for 25 years, she works from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Her job duties during her shift are; to
answer the phone, makes doctor's appointments, transportation, write the names of the CNA's and the
RN's on the board. Last weekend she stated, I forgot to write it, I do not know what happened, because this
weekend I was in charge of both floors.
Policy and procedures for Posting Direct Care Daily Staffing Numbers dated July 2016:
Policy Statement
Our facility will post on a daily basis for each shift, the number of nursing personnel responsible for
providing direct care to residents.
Policy interpretation
Within two (2) hours of the beginning of each shift, the number of licensed nurses Registered Nurses,
Licensed Practical Nurse and Licensed Vocational Nurse (RNs, LPNs, LVNs) and the number of unlicensed
nursing personnel (CNAs) directly responsible for resident care will be posted in a prominent location
(access to residents and visitors) and in a clear and readable format.
Within two (2) hours of the beginning of each shift, the shift supervisor shall compute the number of direct
care staff and complete the Nursing Staff Directly Responsible for Resident Care form. The shift supervisor
shall date the form, record the census and post the staffing information in the location(s) designated by the
administrator.
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