F 0584
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited
to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation and interview the Facility failed to ensure a clean and sanitary environment by failing to ensure
the carpets in the halls of the facility and several rooms in the facility (rooms 616, and 610) were clean and
sanitized, failing to ensure the walls were free form streaks, gouges and pealing wallpaper (rooms 616,
614, 610, and 609) the privacy curtains in room [ROOM NUMBER] and 610 were free from stains, The roof
was in good repair and the ceiling in room [ROOM NUMBER] was free from signs of leaking, also, the hand
rails were free from worn areas, and the hand rails were free from dirt and debris throughout the facility.
The findings included:
On 9/11/24 at 10:30 a.m., stains were observed on the carpets throughout the 100, 200, and 300 hallways.
On 9/11/24 at 11:20 a.m., stains were observed on the carpet in hallway in front of room [ROOM
NUMBER].
On 9/11/24 at 11:22 a.m., a large dark brown stain was observed on the floor room in room [ROOM
NUMBER].
On 9/11/23 at 11:25 a.m., a large brown stain was observed on the carpet in hallway in front of room
[ROOM NUMBER].
On 9/11/24 at 11:27 a.m., dark streaks were observed on the walls and cabinets in room [ROOM
NUMBER]. The wallpaper over the A bed was observed to be peeling. The wall near the bathroom door had
the drywall scuffed and metal was observed.
On 9/11/24 at 11:29 a.m., the drywall in room [ROOM NUMBER] was observed to have gouges and was in
disrepair. The privacy curtain was observed to have brown stains. The wall paper was observed peeling off
the wall behind the A bed.
On 9/11/24 at 11:32 a.m., there was large brown stains observed on the privacy curtain in room [ROOM
NUMBER]. The wall near the bathroom door hall gouges to the drywall and there was a large stain on the
carpet neat the bathroom door. There were dark streaks observed on the walls.
On 9/11/24 at 11:33 a.m., there was a gouge observed on the drywall near the B bed closet in room
[ROOM NUMBER]. The ceiling showed signs of a roof leak on the ceiling over the A bed.
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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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Sarasota, FL 34233
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
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Residents Affected - Some
On 9/11/24 at 11:35 a.m., the handrails throughout the 600 and 700 halls were observed to have scuffs to
the wood and there was dirt and debris built up behind the handrails on the 600 and 700 hallways.
On 9/11/24 at 12:01 p.m., the Maintenance Director verified there were stains on the carpet throughout the
building. He stated they had been replacing squares on the carpet to get rid of some of the stains. The
Maintenance Director stated a lot of the carpet would have to be replaced to get rid of all the stains. The
Maintenance Director verified the walls were in disrepair in room [ROOM NUMBER], 614, 610, and 609.
The Maintenance Director verified there had been a roof leak in some of rooms on the 600 hall. He verified
room [ROOM NUMBER] had had a roof leak that had been patched. The Maintenance Director said there
was an estimate for the roofing company to come back to the facility and repair the roof completely. The
Maintenance Director verified the hand rails throughout the facility had been scuffed with the wood being
exposed on the rails in some areas.
On 9/12/24 at 2:28 p.m., the Director of Housekeeping verified the stains on the privacy curtains in rooms
[ROOM NUMBERS]. She stated they have to clean room [ROOM NUMBER] more frequently because the
resident stains the curtain frequently. The Housekeeping Director verified there was a build-up of debris
behind the handrails throughout the facility.
Photographic evidence obtained.'
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Crescent Health and Rehabilitation Center
5401 Sawyer Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233
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F 0686
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation, record review and staff interview, the facility failed to implement physician's ordered
interventions to prevent the development of avoidable pressure ulcers for 1 (Resident #34) of 5 sampled
residents identified at risk for development of pressure ulcers.
Residents Affected - Some
The findings included:
Review of the clinical record for Resident #34 revealed an admission date of 8/9/24. Diagnoses included left
hemiplegia (paralysis of the left side of the body).
The admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment with a target date of 8/15/24 noted Resident #34 was
dependent on staff for mobility, including rolling left and right. At the time of the assessment, Resident #34
did not have a pressure ulcer but was at risk of developing pressure ulcers.
Review of the Braden Scale for predicting Pressure Sore Risk (Standardized, evidence based assessment
to predict the risk of developing pressure ulcers) for Resident #34 revealed on 8/31/24 the resident scored
8 on the assessment, indicating a very high risk for development of pressure ulcers.
The physician's orders as of 8/21/24 included a low air loss mattress (mattress designed to prevent and
treat pressure ulcers). Staff was to verify placement and function of the mattress.
Review of the weekly skin checks revealed on 8/31/24, 9/4/24, and 9/8/24 Resident #34 had redness to the
coccyx.
Review of the nursing progress notes dated 9/1/24 noted, Reddened area with skin breakdown on coccyx
area. The nurse noted cleaning with normal saline, applying zinc cream and covered the area with foam
dressing.
On 9/9/24 at 12:30 p.m., and 2:00 p.m., and on 9/10/24 at 3:40 p.m., Resident #34 was observed lying on
her back in bed. A low air loss mattress was not observed on the bed.
Review of the Treatment Administration (TAR) for September 2024 revealed the licensed nurses signed the
low air loss mattress was in place and functioning:
During the day shift on 9/1/24, 9/2/24, 9/4/24, 9/5/24 through 9/10/24.
During the evening shift on 9/3/24 through 9/9/24.
During the night shift on 9/1/24 through 9/9/24.
On 9/10/24 at 3:40 p.m., in an interview the Director of Nursing said he became aware today the low air
loss mattress was not on the bed as ordered and the nurses signed the TAR on all three shifts indicating
the low air loss mattress was in place and functioning.
On 9/10/24 at 3:45 p.m., observation of Resident #34's skin with the Director of Nursing revealed bright
redness to the resident's coccyx with no open area. The DON said the nurse who documented the redness
to the resident's coccyx did not report the skin issues to the physician.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Crescent Health and Rehabilitation Center
5401 Sawyer Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233
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F 0686
On 9/10/24 the physician issued an order to apply Nystatin-Triamcinolone (used to treat fungal skin
infection) topically two times a day to the groin, coccyx, upper and lower back for 14 days.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Crescent Health and Rehabilitation Center
5401 Sawyer Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233
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F 0689
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to
prevent accidents.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, record review and staff interviews, the facility failed to ensure staff followed safety precautions
to prevent avoidable falls and accidents for 1 (Resident #34) of 5 dependent residents observed during
transfer with a full body mechanical lift.
The findings included:
Review of the clinical record for Resident #34 revealed an admission date of 8/9/24.
Diagnoses included left Hemiplegia (paralysis of the left side of the body).
The admission Minimum Data Set Assessment with a target date of 8/15/24 noted the resident was
dependent on staff for chair to bed transfer (Helper does all of the effort. Resident does none of the effort to
complete the activity).
The care plan initiated on 8/12/24 noted the resident had an activity of daily living self-care deficit related to
a history of cerebrovascular accident, left hemiplegia (paralysis of the left side of the body), impaired
mobility and weakness.
The interventions noted Resident #34 was totally dependent and required the assistance of two for
transfers in and out of chair or bed. The care plan specified to use a (brand name) full body mechanical lift
with two person assist.
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) [NAME] (Provides instructions for safe care) noted to use the (brand
name) full body mechanical lift with two person assist.
On 9/9/24 at 11:42 a.m., CNA Staff E was observed transferring Resident #34 from the wheelchair to the
bed, in her room, using a full body mechanical lift. The CNA operated the lift alone, lifted the resident from
the wheelchair, wheeled the resident approximately six feet to the bed, and lowered the resident in the bed.
On 9/9/24 at 11:50 a.m., in an interview the CNA Staff E verified he used the full body mechanical lift alone
to transfer the resident.
He said for safety reasons there should always be two people when using the mechanical lift, in case the
resident start to slip or something. He said the facility was short staffed and it would have taken too long, 10
minutes to get help to transfer Resident #34 with the mechanical lift. He said, I don't want to say I'm
hardheaded but I'm hardheaded.
Review of CNA Staff E's training showed a mechanical lift competency was done on 5/9/24 which specified
two caregivers should operate the lift.
On 9/10/24 at 3:56 p.m., in an interview Licensed Practical Nurse Staff B said she supervises the CNAs
and helps as needed with transfers with mechanical lifts but does not keep documentation of the
supervision.
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
09/12/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Crescent Health and Rehabilitation Center
5401 Sawyer Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0689
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
On 9/10/24 at 4:00 p.m., the Director of Nursing said he was aware CNA Staff E used the full body
mechanical lift alone and started education on safe use of the full body mechanical lift using two staff
members.
Residents Affected - Few
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Crescent Health and Rehabilitation Center
5401 Sawyer Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0726
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way
that maximizes each resident's well being.
Based on observations, record review and staff interviews, the facility failed to ensure licensed nurses were
knowledgeable, and competent in the disinfection of multi-residents shared glucometers in accordance with
manufacturer's specifications.
Residents Affected - Some
On 9/10/24 through 9/11/24, four licensed nurses on two different shifts and all three units of the facility
were observed using multi-residents shared glucometers. The licensed nurses failed to disinfect the
glucometers between each resident use.
This failure placed 17 (Residents #82, #14, #11, #34, #4, #46, #21, #12, #49, #10, #59, #339, #27, #338,
#41, #33, #54) of 17 residents requiring blood glucose testing at risk of exposure to blood-borne disease
causing microorganisms which could result in serious illness or death of the residents.
The facility failure to ensure licensed nurses maintained competency in disinfection of multi-residents
shared glucometers to assure residents' safety resulted in the determination of Immediate Jeopardy
starting on 9/10/24.
The Immediate Jeopardy was removed on 9/12/24 before exit.
The findings included:
Cross reference F880.
Review of the user guide for the blood glucose monitoring system used by the facility read, Healthcare
professionals performing blood glucose tests with this system on multiple patients must always wear gloves
and should follow infection control policies and procedures approved by the facility. When using this system,
always follow the recognized procedures for handling objects that are potentially contaminated with human
material.
Practice the health and safety policy of your . institution . A drop of blood is required to perform a blood
glucose test . All parts of the glucose monitoring system should be considered potentially infectious and are
capable of transmitting blood-borne pathogens between patients and healthcare professionals . The meter
should be disinfected after use on each patient. This blood glucose monitoring system may only be used for
testing multiple patients when standard precautions and the manufacturer's disinfection procedures are
followed . A new pair of clean gloves should be worn by the user before testing each patient . Glucose
meters used in a clinical setting for testing multiple persons must be cleaned and disinfected between
patients . Disinfection Instructions: The meter must be disinfected between each patient uses by wiping it
with a [brand name] towelette or EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)-registered disinfecting wipe in
between tests . The Disinfection process reduces the risk of transmitting infectious diseases if it performed
properly . Allow the surface of the meter to remain wet for the contact time listed on the disinfecting wipe's
instructions for use .
1. On 9/10/24 at 4:40 p.m., Registered Nurse (RN) Staff A was observed performing a fingerstick to
measure blood glucose level for Resident #82.
RN Staff A retrieved the glucometer from the top drawer of the medication cart. She placed the meter on
the resident's over the bed table. RN Staff A did not disinfect the glucometer, she did not
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Crescent Health and Rehabilitation Center
5401 Sawyer Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233
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F 0726
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
wash or sanitize her hands. Staff A did not wear gloves to perform the fingerstick. She obtained a drop of
blood from the resident's finger and placed it on the test strip inserted in the glucometer. RN Staff A wiped
the blood from the resident's finger with an alcohol wipe without gloves. Staff A left the room, placed the
glucometer on the medication cart. She picked up the glucometer, quickly wiped it with an alcohol wipe. She
placed the glucometer on the medication cart and said she'll let the meter dry here before using it on
another resident. The glucometer was completely dry within six seconds.
Residents Affected - Some
RN Staff A measured two units of Lispro insulin into a syringe. She went back in Resident #82's room and
injected the insulin in the resident's right upper arm without using gloves, washing, or sanitizing her hands.
RN Staff A left the room, sanitized her hands with hand sanitizer and said she was going to obtain the
blood sugar for Resident #14.
On 9/10/24 at 4:58 p.m., RN Staff A took the non-disinfected glucometer she used to check Resident #82's
blood sugar to Resident #14's room. She did not wear gloves and got ready to use the glucometer to
measure Resident #14's blood sugar.
RN Staff A was asked to stop using the glucometer.
On 9/10/24 at 5:00 p.m., in an interview RN Staff A verified she did not disinfect the glucometer between
residents.
She said the process was to wipe the glucometer with an alcohol wipe between use and let it dry
completely before using it again for another resident.
RN Staff A said she's used the shared glucometer for five residents (Residents #82, #14, #21, #54, and
#33).
On 9/10/24 at 5:04 p.m., the observation was shared with the Infection Preventionist (IP).
RN Staff A was observed describing how she cleaned the glucometer by wiping it with an alcohol wipe to
the IP.
The IP instructed her to use the [Brand name] Germicidal Alcohol wipes. She instructed RN Staff A to wear
gloves, wipe the front, the back and the sides of the glucometer once with the disinfecting wipe and let it dry
for one minute. She said to be sure you can even let it dry two minutes.
Review of the manufacturer's instruction for disinfecting for the (brand name) Germicidal Alcohol wipes
used by the facility read, To disinfect hard, non-porous surfaces, use one or more wipes as necessary, to
thoroughly wet the surface to be treated. Treated surface must remain visibly wet for one minute to achieve
complete disinfection of all pathogens listed .
Pathogens listed included HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus), HBV (Hepatitis B Virus), HCV (Hepatitis C
Virus), Rhinovirus, Norovirus, Human coronavirus, Respiratory Syncytial Virus.
RN Staff A donned clean gloves wiped the front, back and sides of the glucometer once and placed it on a
paper towel on the cart to dry. RN Staff A did not observe the glucometer to ensure the meter
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Crescent Health and Rehabilitation Center
5401 Sawyer Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233
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F 0726
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
remained wet for one minute to ensure disinfection. The glucometer progressively dried and was completely
dry within 45 seconds.
The IP watched RN Staff A improperly disinfect the glucometer. She said, It's better and walked away.
The IP did not stop RN Staff A from continuing to use the improperly disinfected blood glucose meter.
Residents Affected - Some
On 9/10/24 at 5:08 p.m., in an interview the IP said she never said it was perfect, she said it was better.
On 9/10/24 at approximately 5:10 p.m., the observations and interviews with Staff A and the IP were shared
with the Director of Nursing (DON). The DON said he would in-service RN Staff A right away.
Review of the Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training Course certificate for the facility's Infection
Preventionist showed she completed the web-based training on 3/1/24.
2. On 9/10/24 at 5:28 p.m., RN Staff C was observed standing next to a medication cart. A glucometer,
lancet and alcohol wipe were observed on top of the cart.
Staff C said she was about to check Resident #10's evening blood sugar as per physician's order to
determine if she needed to receive insulin coverage.
Staff C sanitized her hands with alcohol, put on a pair of gloves and proceeded into Resident #10's room.
She obtained Resident #10's permission to check the blood sugar.
Staff C cleaned Resident #10's left middle finger with an alcohol wipe, proceeded to lance Resident #10's
left middle finger. She obtained a drop of blood and used the glucometer to measure the resident's blood
sugar.
On 9/10/24 at 5:35 p.m., RN Staff C discarded the lancet and glucometer strip into the sharp container. She
placed the glucometer on top of the medication cart, removed her gloves, and sanitized her hands with
rubbing alcohol.
On 9/10/24 at 5:38 p.m., in an interview RN Staff C said she had to check Resident #46's evening blood
sugar.
On 9/10/24 at 5:41 p.m., Staff C was observed gathering the materials needed to check Resident #46's
blood sugar. Staff C was observed cleaning the glucometer with an alcohol pad for approximately 15
seconds. The glucometer was visually dry within five seconds after being wiped with the alcohol pad. The
nurse gathered the remaining material and proceeded into Resident #46's room.
Staff C was stopped from going into Resident #46's room.
On 9/10/24 at 5:55 p.m., in an interview RN Staff C said the facility's policy stated they were required to
wipe the glucometer for 20 seconds between each resident with an alcohol pad.
3. On 9/10/24 at 5:29 p.m., Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Staff B was observed preparing to
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105842
B. Wing
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Crescent Health and Rehabilitation Center
5401 Sawyer Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233
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F 0726
measure Resident #11's blood sugar.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
LPN Staff B applied gloves, placed the glucometer, an alcohol wipe, and disposable lancet in a small
cardboard box. She placed the box on the resident's over the bed table.
Residents Affected - Some
She obtained a drop of blood from the resident's finger and used the glucometer to measure the resident's
blood sugar.
LPN Staff B administered insulin coverage to the resident's left lower abdomen.
Staff B removed her gloves, placed the glucometer into the cardboard box. She did not disinfect the
glucometer and stored it in the top drawer of the medication cart in the cardboard box.
LPN Staff B said she was going to use the glucometer to measure Resident #34's blood sugar.
On 9/10/24 at 5:39 p.m., LPN Staff B was observed preparing to measure Resident #34's blood sugar.
She took the non-disinfected glucometer she used to measure Resident #11's blood sugar from the
medication cart, a disposable lancet and alcohol wipe to Resident #34's room and prepared to do the
fingerstick.
LPN Staff B was stopped from using the glucometer.
On 9/10/24 at 5:41 p.m., in an interview LPN Staff B said she was taught to wipe the multi-residents shared
glucometer with an alcohol wipe at the beginning of each shift and again at the end of the shift.
When asked about disinfecting the glucometer between each resident's use, she said, Oh yes we do that.
She verified she did not disinfect the glucometer before attempting to use it on Resident #34. She said, It
skipped my mind.
She then wiped the non-disinfected glucometer and the box of testing strips with an alcohol wipe.
Continuous observation of the meter showed it was completely dry in five seconds.
LPN Staff B prepared to use the non-disinfected glucometer to measure Resident #34's blood sugar.
LPN Staff B was asked again to stop using the non-disinfected glucometer.
When asked to describe the process to disinfect the glucometers, LPN Staff B said, Basically check if the
meter is working properly, clean after providing care to the resident, clean the meter with an alcohol wipe
and document in the book.
On 9/10/24 at 5:53 p.m., in a joint observation with the DON, LPN Staff B was observed wiping the
glucometer with an alcohol wipe and said it was the step by step process.
On 9/10/24 at approximately 5:55 p.m., the DON verified LPN Staff B did not properly disinfect the
glucometer. He said he will in-service her right away.
On 9/10/24 at 6:45 p.m., the DON said the nurses were recently educated on the proper disinfection
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Crescent Health and Rehabilitation Center
5401 Sawyer Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233
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of glucometers.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
The DON provided a Glucometer Competency checklist and a Blood Glucose/Glucometer
Quiz/Competency form used by the facility.
Residents Affected - Some
Item #17 on the Glucometer Competency checklist read, Cleans and understands proper maintenance of
the glucometer per manufacturer.
The Blood Glucose/Glucometer Quiz/Competency form consisted in 10 true or false questions.
Question 6 read, The glucometer should be cleaned after each use.
Question 7 read, It is acceptable to dry the glucometer after using the bleach wipe.
The Glucometer Competency checklist and the Blood Glucose/Glucometer Quiz/Competency form did not
describe the step by step process with a specified disinfecting wipe to ensure proper disinfection of the
glucometers.
RN Staff A signed the Blood Glucose/Glucometer Quiz/Competency form upon hire on 4/18/24.
RN Staff C signed the Blood Glucose/Glucometer Quiz/Competency form on 5/9/24.
4. On 9/11/24 at 6:38 a.m., RN Staff D was observed doing a blood sugar check on Resident #46. Staff D
took the glucometer, a lancet, an alcohol wipe in the resident's room. She donned gloves, did the
fingerstick, obtained a drop of blood and used the glucometer to measure the resident's blood sugar.
RN Staff D doffed the gloves, sanitized her hands and took the glucometer to the medication cart.
RN Staff D donned gloves. She used two (brand name) germicidal alcohol wipes from a tub. She wiped the
glucometer for 26 seconds with the disinfecting wipes. She placed the glucometer in a plastic cup and set it
on the medication cart. Continuous observation from the time Staff D started using the disinfecting wipes
showed the glucometer was completely dry at 45 seconds. RN Staff D verified the glucometer was dry at
45 seconds. She verified she did not ensure the glucometer remained wet for the contact time of one
minute listed on the disinfecting wipe.
Review of the glucometer competencies revealed RN Staff D signed the Glucometer Competency checklist
on 7/14/24.
On 9/11/24 at 11:45 a.m., in an interview the DON said he began employment at the facility approximately
four months ago. He said they were doing training and getting ready for quarterly education. He said
infection control and disinfection of the multi-residents shared glucometers were not an area of concern. He
said he observed eight nurses properly disinfect the glucometers.
On 9/11/24 at 1:30 p.m., the DON said the facility did not have a policy for disinfecting glucometers. He said
he would contact a sister facility and ask for their policy.
On 9/11/24 at 3:20 p.m., the DON provided a poster board with the Glucometer Competency checklist and
Cleaning Glucometer instructions taped to it which he said the facility used in a skills fair
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Sarasota, FL 34233
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completed in July 2024.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
The Cleaning Glucometer instructions read, Wash hands with soap and water.
Residents Affected - Some
Use an approved bleach germicidal wipe for cleaning the glucometer.
Put on single use gloves.
Wipe all external areas of the meter including front and back surfaces until visibly clean.
Allow the surface of the meter to remain WET at room temperature for the contact time listed on the wipe's
directions for use. DO NOT DRY. ALLOW TO AIR DRY.
Remove gloves and perform hang hygiene.
Photographic evidence obtained.
He said the skills fair consisted in multiple stations, including a station to demonstrate proper disinfection of
glucometers. The DON said he personally watched the nurses demonstrating proper disinfection of the
glucometers.
The DON verified the Glucometer Competency skills checklist did not list a specific EPA (Environmental
Protection Agency) product. He did not say which product he watched the nurses used during the skills fair
to demonstrate competency in glucometer disinfection.
On 9/11/24 at 4:00 p.m., the DON provided a Standards and Guidelines: Blood Glucose policy revised
01/2024 that read, Standard: The purpose of this procedure is to guide the safe handling of capillary-blood
sampling devices to prevent transmission of bloodborne diseases to residents and employees . General
Guidelines. Always ensure that blood glucose meters intended for reuse are cleaned and disinfected
between resident uses . Steps in the Procedure: Follow manufacture [sic] instructions.
On 9/12/24 the facility provided Glucometer Competency checklists showing LPN Staff B had a
competency evaluation related to disinfecting the glucometers on 7/2/24 and 7/14/24.
After verification of implementation of an acceptable Immediate Jeopardy removal plan, the Immediate
Jeopardy was removed as of 9/12/24.
The immediate actions implemented by the facility and verified by the survey team included:
On 9/10/24 Residents #46, #34, and #82 were assessed by a licensed nurse to ensure no adverse effects
were noted from the alleged deficient practice. No issues were identified at the time of the assessment.
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified through observation of assessment done.
On 9/10/24 RN Staff A, LPN Staff B, and RN Staff D were re-educated by the Director of Nursing/Designee
on proper disinfecting of the glucometer machine and provided a return demonstration on proper
disinfecting of glucometer machine.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Some
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified through review of the education and competency for the licensed
nurses.
Proof the glucometer disinfection competencies for the four licensed nurses (RN Staff A, LPN Staff B, RN
Staff C and RN Staff D)
On 9/11/24 the survey team verified documentation of competency evaluation for RN Staff A, RN Staff C
and RN Staff D.
On 9/11/24 the survey team was provided proof that all current licensed nurses had received prior
education and completed return demonstration competencies on disinfection of glucometers during
orientation or skills fair training.
On 9/12/24 the facility provided Glucometer Competency checklists showing LPN Staff B had a
competency evaluation related to disinfecting the glucometers on 7/2/24 and 7/14/24.
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified through review of education and competency evaluations provided
prior to 9/10/24.
The facility provided documentation of training starting on 9/11/24 for 14 of 25 licensed nurses.
On 9/11/24 current residents who received blood glucose monitoring were assessed by a licensed nurse to
ensure no adverse effects were noted from the alleged deficient practice. No issues were identified at the
time of the assessment.
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified through review of the assessments.
On 9/11/24 current licensed nurses were re-educated in person or via phone by the Assistant Director of
Nursing/Designee on the process for glucometer disinfection and 100% completion was achieved on
9/12/24.
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified through review of the training provided to the licensed nurses.
On 9/11/24 the facility initiated training with current licensed nurses on disinfecting glucometers and have
completed competencies with return demonstration, on disinfection of glucometer machines. As of 9/12/24
14 of 25 licensed nurses received the training and had the competency evaluation. Those licensed nurses
who have not completed competency validation will not be allowed to work until completed.
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified through review of the education and competency evaluations.
On 9/12/24 all four nurses on duty were interviewed and were able to verbalize the process for disinfecting
the glucometers using the selected EPA approved disinfecting wipes.
On 9/12/24 the Infection Preventionist was re-educated on proper disinfection of glucometer machine by the
Director of Nursing and provided return demonstration on proper disinfection of glucometer machines.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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5401 Sawyer Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233
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Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Some
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified through review of the education and return demonstration for the
Infection Preventionist.
On 9/11/24 the facility implemented a new process where each resident requiring blood glucose monitoring
will be provided with their own individual glucometer machines which will be stored in plastic containers
with lids and their names to identify individual glucometer machine. Process implemented for all current
residents receiving blood glucose monitoring on 9/11/24.
As of 9/11/24 all current medication carts are equipped with a plastic basket to hold EPA approved
disinfection wipes, timers to ensure timeliness of disinfection, instructions on how to disinfect glucometer
machines and contact time listed on the container of the disinfectant wipes.
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified by observation of all six medication carts and interview with all four
nurses on duty.
Each resident requiring blood glucose monitoring had an individual glucometer stored in a plastic container
with a lid. Each resident's name was labeled with the resident's name.
Each cart had a timer to ensure the wet contact time per manufacturer's specification for the disinfecting
wipes.
Four of four licensed nurses on duty were interviewed and verified they had received training followed by
competency evaluation for disinfecting glucometers using the facility's chosen EPA approved disinfecting
wipes. All four nurses interviewed were able to describe the step by step process for disinfection of the
glucometers and the required contact time for the disinfecting wipes.
On 9/12/24 the Medical Director was contacted to review the recommendations for monitoring of the current
residents potentially affected by the alleged deficient practice; new orders received for monitoring CBC
(Complete Blood Count) with Diff (Differential) once in the morning and then again in 7 days; also monitor
vital signs every day for duration of 7 days starting on 9/12/24.
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified through review of documentation of Medical Director contact and
orders for all 17 current residents requiring blood glucose monitoring.
Newly hired nurses will be educated on proper disinfection of glucometers by the Assistant Director of
Nursing/Designee and provide return demonstration as part of orientation.
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified through review of the process for education of newly hired nurses on
proper disinfection of glucometers.
Currently the facility is not utilizing agency licensed nurses; in the event that the facility would need to utilize
licensed agency staff, those licensed agency nurses would be educated on proper disinfection of
glucometers and provide return demonstration.
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified through documented process to educate agency licensed nurses on
proper disinfection of glucometers.
DON/Designee will conduct audits on five nurses, five times a week for four weeks then three times a week
for four weeks then weekly for four weeks to ensure proper disinfection of blood glucose
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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5401 Sawyer Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233
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machines is maintained. Findings of the audits will be reviewed weekly in the Quality Assurance Meetings.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified through review of documented plan for audits, and interview with the
DON.
Residents Affected - Some
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Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observations, record review, and staff interviews, the facility failed to ensure its medication error
rate was below 5%. Five nurses, seven residents and 25 opportunities were observed. Three medication
errors were identified resulting in a medication error rate of 12%.
Residents Affected - Few
The findings included:
1. On 9/10/24 at 8:37 a.m., Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Staff F was observed preparing and
administering medications to Resident #36, including 10 different oral medications.
Reconciliation of the observation with the physician's orders revealed:
MiraLax oral packet 17 grams (laxative), and Fexofenadine 180 milligrams (antihistamine) scheduled to be
given at 9:00 a.m., daily were not administered.
LPN Staff F placed her initials on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) for 9/10/24 indicating the
medications were administered in accordance with the physician's orders.
On 9/10/24 at 2:20 p.m., in an interview LPN Staff F verified she did not administer the MiraLax or the
Fexofenadine to Resident #36 but signed on the MAR she administered both medications as ordered.
2. On 9/10/24 at 4:33 p.m., Registered Nurse (RN) Staff A was observed preparing to administer
Fluticasone propionate/salmeterol diskus 500/50 aerosol powder breath activated inhaler to Resident #13
for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Staff A handed the inhaler to the resident. Resident #13 took one inhalation orally and gave the inhaler
back to the nurse.
RN Staff A left the resident's room and placed the inhaler back in the medication cart.
Observation of the label on the medication box specified to rinse mouth thoroughly after each use.
Photographic evidence obtained.
RN Staff A did not instruct the resident to rinse her mouth and not swallow the water after the inhalation.
On 9/10/24 at 4:39 p.m., in an interview RN Staff A verified she did not instruct the resident to rinse her
mouth in accordance with the manufacturer's specification. RN Staff A said she forgot.
Review of the manufacturer's insert for the Fluticasone propionate/salmeterol revealed to advise patients to
rinse the mouth with water without swallowing after inhalation to help reduce the risk of thrush (fungal/yeast
infection that can grow in the mouth, throat and other parts of the body).
On 9/12/24 at 12:30 p.m., the medication errors observed were discussed with the Director of Nursing
(DON). The DON was informed of the medication error rate of 12%.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Based on observation, record review and staff interviews the facility failed to maintain an on-going infection
prevention and control program by failing to ensure multi-residents shared glucometers (blood glucose
meters) were properly disinfected between each resident use to prevent cross contamination and spread of
infectious agents to 17 (Residents #82, #14, #11, #34, #4, #46, #21, #12, #49, #10, #59, #339, #27, #338,
#41, #33, #54) of 17 residents requiring blood glucose testing.
Residents Affected - Some
On 9/10/24 through 9/11/24 a total of four licensed nurses on different shifts and units were observed using
multi-residents shared glucometers. The nurses failed to disinfect the glucometers between each resident
use.
The facility's failure to ensure proper disinfection of the glucometers in accordance with manufacturer's
specifications placed 17 residents requiring blood glucose testing at risk of exposure to blood-borne
disease causing microorganisms which could result in serious illness or death of the residents.
This failure resulted in the determination of Immediate Jeopardy starting on 9/10/24.
The Immediate Jeopardy was removed on 9/12/24 prior to exit.
The findings included:
Cross reference F726.
Review of the Center for Disease Control Considerations for Blood Glucose Monitoring and Insulin
Administration dated August 7, 2024, read, . Blood glucose meters. Whenever possible, assign blood
glucose meters to a person and do not share them . If blood glucose meters must be shared, the device
should be cleaned and disinfected after every use, per the manufacturer's instructions, to prevent the
spread of blood and infectious agents . If healthcare providers use blood glucose testing or insulin
administration devices on more than one patient, equipment and supplies may become contaminated.
Unsafe practices during assisted monitoring of blood glucose and insulin administration contribute to the
spread of hepatitis B virus, hepatitis C virus, Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), and other infections.
Unsafe practices include:
. Using a blood glucose meter for more than one person without cleaning and disinfecting it in between
uses . Failing to change gloves and perform hand hygiene between fingerstick procedures.
https://www.cdc.gov/injection-safety/hcp/infection-control/?CDC_AAref_Val=https://www.cdc.gov/injectionsafety/blood-gluc
Review of the user guide for the blood glucose monitoring system used by the facility read, Healthcare
professionals performing blood glucose tests with this system on multiple patients must always wear gloves
and should follow infection control policies and procedures approved by the facility. When using this system,
always follow the recognized procedures for handling objects that are potentially contaminated with human
material.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Crescent Health and Rehabilitation Center
5401 Sawyer Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233
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Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Some
Practice the health and safety policy of your . institution . A drop of blood is required to perform a blood
glucose test . All parts of the glucose monitoring system should be considered potentially infectious and are
capable of transmitting blood-borne pathogens between patients and healthcare professionals . The meter
should be disinfected after use on each patient. This blood glucose monitoring system may only be used for
testing multiple patients when standard precautions and the manufacturer's disinfection procedures are
followed . A new pair of clean gloves should be worn by the user before testing each patient . Glucose
meters used in a clinical setting for testing multiple persons must be cleaned and disinfected between
patients . Disinfection Instructions: The meter must be disinfected between each patient uses by wiping it
with a [brand name] towelette or EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)-registered disinfecting wipe in
between tests . The Disinfection process reduces the risk of transmitting infectious diseases if it is
performed properly . allow the surface of the meter to remain wet for the contact time listed on the
disinfecting wipe's instructions for use .
1. On 9/10/24 at 4:40 p.m., Registered Nurse (RN) Staff A was observed performing a fingerstick to
measure blood glucose level for Resident #82.
RN Staff A retrieved the glucometer from the top drawer of the medication cart. She placed the meter on
the resident's over the bed table. RN Staff A did not disinfect the glucometer. She did not wash or sanitize
her hands. RN Staff A did not follow infection prevention practice. She did not wear gloves to perform the
fingerstick. She obtained a drop of blood from the resident's finger and placed it on the test strip inserted in
the glucometer. RN Staff A wiped the blood from the resident's finger with an alcohol wipe without gloves.
Staff A left the room, placed the glucometer on the medication cart. She picked up the glucometer, quickly
wiped it with an alcohol wipe. She placed the glucometer on the medication cart and said she'll let the
meter dry here before using it on another resident. The glucometer was completely dry within 6 seconds.
RN Staff A measured two units of Lispro insulin into a syringe. She went back in Resident #82's room and
injected the insulin in the resident's right upper arm without washing, sanitizing her hands or using gloves.
RN Staff A left the room, sanitized her hands with hand sanitizer and said she was going to obtain the
blood sugar for Resident #14.
On 9/10/24 at 4:58 p.m., RN Staff A took the non-disinfected glucometer used to check Resident #82's
blood sugar to Resident #14's room. She did not wear gloves and got ready to use the glucometer to
measure Resident #14's blood sugar.
RN Staff A was asked to stop using the glucometer.
On 9/10/24 at 5:00 p.m., in an interview RN Staff A verified she did not disinfect the glucometer between
residents. Staff A verified she did not follow standard precautions and did not wear gloves to wipe Resident
#82's blood from the fingerstick.
She said the process was to wipe the glucometer with an alcohol wipe between use and let it dry
completely before using it again for another resident.
RN Staff A said she's used the shared glucometer on five residents (Residents #82, #14, #21, #54, and
#33).
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STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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Sarasota, FL 34233
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On 9/10/24 at 5:04 p.m., the observation was shared with the Infection Preventionist (IP).
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
RN Staff A was observed describing how she cleaned the glucometer by wiping it with an alcohol wipe to
the IP.
Residents Affected - Some
The IP instructed her to use the [Brand name] Germicidal Alcohol wipes. She instructed RN Staff A to wear
gloves, wipe the front, the back and the sides of the glucometer once with the disinfecting wipe and let it dry
for one minute. She said to be sure you can even let it dry two minutes.
Review of the manufacturer's instruction for disinfecting for the (brand name) Germicidal Alcohol wipes
used by the facility read, To disinfect hard, non-porous surfaces, use one or more wipes as necessary, to
thoroughly wet the surface to be treated. Treated surface must remain visibly wet for one minute to achieve
complete disinfection of all pathogens listed .
Pathogens listed included HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus), HBV (Hepatitis B Virus), HCV (Hepatitis C
Virus), Rhinovirus, Norovirus, Human coronavirus, Respiratory Syncytial Virus.
RN Staff A donned clean gloves wiped the front, back and sides of the glucometer once and placed it on a
paper towel on the cart to dry. RN Staff A did not observe the glucometer to ensure the meter remained wet
for one minute to ensure disinfection. The glucometer was observed to progressively dry. The glucometer
was completely dry be within 45 seconds.
The IP watched RN Staff A improperly disinfect the glucometer. She said, It's better and walked away.
The IP did not stop RN Staff A from continuing to use the improperly disinfected blood glucose meter.
On 9/10/24 at 5:08 p.m., in an interview the IP said she never said it was perfect, she said it was better.
On 9/10/24 at approximately 5:10 p.m., the observations and interviews with Staff A and the IP were shared
with the Director of Nursing (DON). The DON said he would in-service RN Staff A right away.
Review of the Medication Administration Record (MAR) for September 2024 revealed Residents #82, #14,
#21, #54 and #33's resided on the same hallway and on 9/10/24 at 11:30 a.m., RN Staff A monitored the
blood glucose for all five residents.
2. On 9/10/24 at 5:28 p.m., RN Staff C was observed standing next to a medication cart. A glucometer,
lancet and alcohol wipe were observed on top of the cart.
Staff C said she was about to check Resident #10's evening blood sugar as per physician's order to
determine if she needed to receive insulin coverage.
Staff C sanitized her hands with alcohol, put on a pair of gloves and proceeded into Resident #10's room.
She obtained Resident #10's permission to check the blood sugar.
Staff C cleaned Resident #10's left middle finger with an alcohol wipe, proceeded to lance Resident #10's
left middle finger. She obtained a drop of blood and used the glucometer to measure the
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
105842
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
09/12/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Crescent Health and Rehabilitation Center
5401 Sawyer Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233
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resident's blood sugar.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
On 9/10/24 at 5:35 p.m., RN Staff C discarded the lancet and glucometer strip into the sharp container. She
placed the glucometer on top of the medication cart, removed her gloves, and sanitized her hands with
rubbing alcohol.
Residents Affected - Some
On 9/10/24 at 5:38 p.m., in an interview RN Staff C said she had to check Resident #46's evening blood
sugar.
On 9/10/24 at 5:41 p.m., Staff C was observed gathering the materials needed to check Resident #46's
blood sugar. Staff C was observed cleaning the glucometer with an alcohol pad for approximately 15
seconds. The glucometer was visually dry within five seconds after being wiped with the alcohol pad. The
nurse gathered the remaining material and proceeded into Resident #46's room.
Staff C was stopped from going into Resident #46's room.
On 9/10/24 at 5:55 p.m., in an interview RN Staff C said the facility's policy stated they were required to
wipe the glucometer for 20 seconds between each resident with an alcohol pad.
3. On 9/10/24 at 5:29 p.m., Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Staff B was observed preparing to measure
Resident #11's blood sugar.
LPN Staff B donned gloves, placed the glucometer, an alcohol wipe, and disposable lancet in a small
cardboard box and placed the box on the resident's over the bed table.
She obtained a drop of blood from the resident's finger and used the glucometer to measure the resident's
blood sugar.
LPN Staff B administered insulin coverage to the resident's left lower abdomen.
Staff B removed her gloves, placed the glucometer into the cardboard box. She did not disinfect the
glucometer and stored it in the top drawer of the medication cart.
LPN Staff B said she was going to use the glucometer next to measure Resident #34's blood sugar.
On 9/10/24 at 5:39 p.m., LPN Staff B was observed preparing to measure Resident #34's blood sugar.
She took the non-disinfected glucometer used to measure Resident #11's blood sugar from the medication
cart, a disposable lancet and alcohol wipe to Resident #34's room and prepared to do the fingerstick.
LPN Staff B was stopped from using the glucometer.
On 9/10/24 at 5:41 p.m., in an interview LPN Staff B said she was taught to wipe the multi-residents shared
glucometer with an alcohol wipe at the beginning of each shift and again at the end of the shift.
When asked about disinfecting the glucometer between each resident's use, she said, Oh yes we do that.
She verified she did not disinfect the glucometer before attempting to use it on Resident #34.
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A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
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09/12/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Crescent Health and Rehabilitation Center
5401 Sawyer Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233
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LPN Staff B said, It skipped my mind.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
She wiped the non-disinfected glucometer and the box of testing strips with an alcohol wipe. Continuous
observation of the meter showed it was completely dry in five seconds. LPN Staff B walked back in
Resident #34's room.
Residents Affected - Some
LPN Staff B was asked again to stop using the non-disinfected glucometer.
When asked to describe the process to disinfect the blood glucose meters, LPN Staff B said, Basically
check if the meter is working properly, clean after providing care to the resident, clean the meter with an
alcohol wipe and document in the book.
On 9/10/24 at 5:53 p.m., in a joint observation with the DON, LPN Staff B was observed wiping the
glucometer with an alcohol wipe and said it was the step by step process.
On 9/10/24 at approximately 5:55 p.m., the DON verified LPN Staff B did not properly disinfect the
glucometer.
On 9/10/24 at 6:45 p.m., the DON said the nurses were recently educated on the proper disinfection of
glucometers.
The DON provided a list of 24 licensed nurses who he said were currently employed at the facility.
The DON provided a glucometer competency checklist for 15 of the 24 Licensed Nurses. The facilitator
listed on the competency checklist was the Director of Nursing.
Seven of the 24 nurses had a competency in August 2024. The checklist included: Item 17, Cleans and
understands proper maintenance of glucometer per manufacturer.
Eight nurses had a Blood Glucose/ Quiz/Competency form which consisted of 10 true or false questions.
Question 6 read, The glucometer should be cleaned after each use.
On 9/10/24 at 7:00 p.m., the DON said he did not have a policy for disinfecting glucometers. He said he
contacted the Regional Nurse and was awaiting.
4. On 9/11/24 at 6:38 a.m., RN Staff D was observed doing a blood sugar check on Resident #46. Staff D
took the glucometer, a lancet, an alcohol wipe in the resident's room. She donned gloves, did the
fingerstick, obtained a drop of blood and used the glucometer to measure the resident's blood sugar.
RN Staff D doffed the gloves, sanitized her hands and took the glucometer to the medication cart.
RN Staff D donned gloves. She used two (brand name) germicidal alcohol wipes from a tub. She wiped the
glucometer for 26 seconds with the disinfecting wipes. She placed the glucometer in a plastic cup and set it
on the medication cart. Continuous observation from the time Staff D started using the disinfecting wipes
showed the glucometer was completely dry at 45 seconds. RN Staff D verified the glucometer was dry at
45 seconds. She verified she did not ensure the glucometer remained wet for the contact time of one
minute listed on the disinfecting wipe.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
105842
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
09/12/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Crescent Health and Rehabilitation Center
5401 Sawyer Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233
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Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Some
On 9/11/24 at 7:00 a.m.,10:30 a.m., and 12:15 p.m., the DON was asked but did not provide the facility's
policy and procedure for disinfecting blood glucose meters.
On 9/11/24 at 1:30 p.m., the DON said the facility did not have a policy for disinfecting glucometers. He said
he would contact a sister facility and ask for their policy.
On 9/11/24 at 3:34 p.m., in an interview the Medical Director said the use of 30 seconds to one minute
contact time of cleaning the glucometer with alcohol 70% was acceptable and caused minimal risk to the
patients. He said the real risk was for HIV and HBV (Hepatitis B Virus). He said if someone used the
toothbrush of a person with gingivitis and infected with HBV even minimal amount of blood can transmit
HBV. When asked about the nurse not using gloves to wipe blood from a resident's finger, the Medical
Director said exposure to the nurse was dependent on the nurse catching blood on her hands. She wiped
the blood with a damp alcohol pad so the blood got in the alcohol pad. He was not too worried about cross
contamination. The Medical Director said they were now teaching the nurses the standards.
On 9/11/24 at 4:00 p.m., the DON provided a Standards and Guidelines: Blood Glucose revised 01/2024
that read, Standard: The purpose of this procedure is to guide the safe handling of capillary-blood sampling
devices to prevent transmission of bloodborne diseases to residents and employees . General Guidelines.
Always ensure that blood glucose meters intended for reuse are cleaned and disinfected between resident
uses . Steps in the Procedure: Follow manufacture [sic] instructions.
After verification of implementation of an acceptable Immediate Jeopardy removal plan, the Immediate
Jeopardy was removed as of 9/12/24.
The immediate actions implemented by the facility and verified by the survey team included:
On 9/10/24 Residents #46, #34, and #82 were assessed by a licensed nurse to ensure no adverse effects
were noted from the alleged deficient practice. No issues were identified at the time of the assessment.
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified through observation of assessment done.
On 9/10/24 RN Staff A, LPN Staff B, and RN Staff D were re-educated by the Director of Nursing/Designee
on proper disinfecting of the glucometer machine and provided a return demonstration on proper
disinfecting of glucometer machine.
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified through review of the education and competency for the licensed
nurses.
On 9/11/24 an Ad Hoc (unplanned) Quality Assurance Meeting was held with the facility Medical Director in
attendance. The following team members were also in attendance: Facility Administrator, Regional Nurse
Consultant, Director of Nursing, Unit Manager, Human Resources Director, AIT (Applied Information
Technology), and Assistant Director of Nursing. The Ad Hoc QAPI (Quality Assurance and Performance
Improvement) committee approved the recommendations. The Ad Hoc QA included a Performance
Improvement Plan developed and initiated based upon Root Cause Analysis.
On 9/11/24 the survey team was provided proof that all current licensed nurses had received prior
education and completed return demonstration competencies on disinfection of glucometers during
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AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
105842
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
09/12/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Crescent Health and Rehabilitation Center
5401 Sawyer Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233
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orientation or skills fair training.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
On 9/12/24 the facility provided the survey team with documentation of prior education and glucometer and
competencies.
Residents Affected - Some
On 9/11/24 current residents who received blood glucose monitoring were assessed by a licensed nurse to
ensure no adverse effects were noted for the alleged deficient practice. No issues were identified at the
time of assessment.
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified through review of the assessment of the current residents receiving
blood glucose monitoring.
On 9/11/24 current licensed nurses were re-educated in person or via phone by the Assistant Director of
Nursing/Designee on the process for glucometer disinfection and 100% completion was achieved on
9/12/24.
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified through review of the education provided to all current licensed nurses
employed at the facility.
On 9/11/24 the facility initiated training with current licensed nurses on disinfecting glucometers and have
completed competencies with return demonstration, on disinfection of glucometer machines. As of 9/12/24
14 of 25 licensed nurses completed the training and competencies on disinfecting glucometers.
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified through review of the training provided to 14 licensed nurses.
On 9/11/24 the facility implemented a new process where each resident requiring blood glucose monitoring
will be provided with their own individual glucometer machines which will be stored in plastic containers
with lids and their names to identify individual glucometer machine. Process implemented for all current
residents receiving blood glucose monitoring on 9/11/24.
On 9/11/24 the facility reviewed the new process changes of individualized glucometers and the
implementation of baskets on the nurses med carts to hold the sanitizer, timer, instructions for disinfections
and contact time marked on the disinfectant wipe; Medical Director was in agreement with the new process.
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified by observation of all six medication carts and interview with all four
nurses on duty.
Each resident requiring blood glucose monitoring had an individual glucometer stored in a plastic container
with a lid. Each resident's name was labeled with the resident's name.
Each cart had a timer to ensure the wet contact time per manufacturer's specification for the disinfecting
wipes.
On 9/12/24 four of four licensed nurses on duty were interviewed. All four licensed nurses were able to
verbalize the process for proper disinfection of glucometers and verified they had received training followed
by competency evaluation for disinfecting glucometers using the facility's chosen EPA approved disinfecting
wipes. All four nurses interviewed were able to describe the step by step
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AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
105842
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
09/12/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Crescent Health and Rehabilitation Center
5401 Sawyer Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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process for disinfection of the glucometers and the required contact time for the disinfecting wipes.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
On 9/12/24 the Medical Director was contacted to review the recommendations for monitoring of the current
residents potentially affected by the alleged deficient practice; new orders received for monitoring CBC
(Complete Blood Count) with Diff (Differential) once in the morning and then again in 7 days; also monitor
vital signs every day for duration of 7 days starting on 9/12/24.
Residents Affected - Some
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified through review of documentation of Medical Director contact and
orders for all 17 current residents requiring blood glucose monitoring.
On 9/12/24 the Infection Preventionist was re-educated on proper disinfection of glucometer machine by the
Director of Nursing and provided return demonstration on proper disinfection of glucometer machines.
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified through review of the training and return demonstration documentation
for the Infection Preventionist.
Newly hired nurses will be educated on proper disinfection of glucometers by the Assistant Director of
Nursing/Designee and provide return demonstration as part of orientation.
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified through review of the process for education of newly hired nurses on
proper disinfection of glucometers.
Currently the facility is not utilizing agency licensed nurses; in the event that the facility would need to utilize
licensed agency staff, those licensed agency nurses would be educated on proper disinfection of
glucometers and provide return demonstration.
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified through documented process to educate agency licensed nurses on
proper disinfection of glucometers.
DON/Designee will conduct audits on five nurses, five times a week for four weeks then three times a week
for four weeks then weekly for four weeks to ensure proper disinfection of blood glucose machines is
maintained. Findings of the audits will be reviewed weekly in the Quality Assurance Meetings.
On 9/12/24 the survey team verified through review of documented plan for audits.
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