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Inspection visit

Inspection

CLYDE E LASSEN STATE VETERANS NURSING HOMECMS #1060883 citations on this visit
3 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 3 deficiencies. The full statement and the facility’s plan of correction follow, verbatim from the federal record.

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 observations, interviews, record review, and a review of the facility's policies and procedures, the facility failed to ensure that residents who required respiratory care, received such care, consistent with professional standards of practice for one (Resident #91) of seven residents receiving respiratory care from a total survey sample of 26 residents. The findings include: Residents Affected - Few On 8/18/25 at 1:05 PM, Resident #91 was observed dressed and sitting in his electric wheelchair outside of his doorway. He was wearing a nasal cannula connected to a green, portable oxygen tank on the back of his wheelchair. The oxygen flow rate setting was for one Liter per minute (L/min). (Photographic evidence obtained) On 8/19/25 at 11:27 AM, Resident #91 was observed in bed. He was receiving oxygen via nasal cannula from a bedside concentrator with an oxygen flow rate set at 2.5 L/min. (Photographic evidence obtained) On 8/20/25 at 10:20 AM, Resident # 91 was observed in bed. He was receiving oxygen via nasal cannula from a bedside concentrator with an oxygen flow rate set at 2.5 L/min. (Photographic evidence obtained) A review of the resident's active oxygen orders revealed: Oxygen at 2 liters per min via nasal cannula as needed to maintain an oxygen saturation greater than 90% (1/8/2025) Monitor oxygen saturation every shift, may apply as needed oxygen if less than 90% (1/8/2025) A review of the resident's medical record revealed that Resident #91 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Pertinent diagnoses included chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia (bodily tissues do not receive enough oxygen), and obesity. A review of the minimum data set (MDS) assessment with an assessment reference date (ARD) of 7/8/25 revealed that during the facility's interview with the resident, conducted on 7/8/25, it was identified that Resident #91 wore oxygen continuously throughout the day. A recommendation was made for oxygen to be changed from as needed to routine per the resident's preference. As of 8/20/25, this recommendation had not been carried out. A review of the Care Plan focuses and goals, dated 7/10/25, revealed: (continued on next page) Any deficiency statement ending with an asterisk (*) denotes a deficiency which the institution may be excused from correcting providing it is determined that other safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days following the date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14 days following the date these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued program participation. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE TITLE (X6) DATE FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Facility ID: If continuation sheet Page 1 of 2 Event ID: 106088 Printed: 05/28/2026 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 106088 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 08/22/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Clyde E Lassen State Veterans Nursing Home 4650 State Rd 16 Saint Augustine, FL 32092 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 0695 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Monitor oxygen saturation every shift; may apply as needed oxygen if less than 90%. Resident #91 will be maintained at their respiratory baseline with a patent airway and unlabored respirations through completion of treatment. Approach: Oxygen treatment as needed per medical doctor orders. If oxygen saturation drops below 88%, send to ER, If AMS, send to ER, if shortness of breath occurs, send to ER.Target Date: 10/10/25 (Short Term Goal). Residents Affected - Few A review of the August 2025 Medication Administration Record (MAR) revealed that nursing had signed off daily indicating that oxygen was provided as ordered by the physician. (Copy obtained) A Provider Care Note dated 8/5/25 by the Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) revealed: Requires supplemental oxygen. Provider noted: Using supplemental oxygen as needed for dyspnea. On 8/20/25 at 4:00 PM, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) A confirmed that Resident #91's oxygen flow rate order was for 2L/minute and stated the oxygen settings should have been set to 2L/minute. All staff provided ongoing monitoring of the resident's oxygen therapy. We monitor every 2-3 hours to check the tank and also use the finger machine (pulse oximeter) to monitor oxygen levels. We check oxygen levels every two hours. Nursing is responsible for assuring that the resident is receiving the correct oxygen flow rate per the order. The doctor prescribes the order and nurses check levels. LPN A stated the correct oxygen settings were identified by checking the physician's order and looking for the number on the cylinder/concentrator gauge to verify the correct flow rate. Nursing staff on the night shift were responsible for changing the resident's oxygen tubing every 48 hours. Correct settings were communicated from one nurse to the next using nursing report sheets and reviewing the Medication Administration Record (MAR). LPN A stated Resident #91 did not refuse his oxygen therapy. On 8/20/25 at 4:35 PM, the Director of Nursing (DON) confirmed that the physician wrote the order and then the nurse checked the gauge on the oxygen tank or concentrator to verify flow rate accuracy. A review of the facility's policy and procedure titled Medication Administration (effective date: 12/31/2021) revealed: 1. Standard: The facility will ensure that medications are administered in a safe and timely manner, and as prescribed. Ll. Procedures: . Medications must be administered in accordance with the orders, including any required time frame. (Copy obtained) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 106088 If continuation sheet Page 2 of 2

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Citations

3 citations recorded*CMS

What do CMS severity letters mean?

Serious (G-L). Actual harm to a resident, or immediate jeopardy. Codes G through I indicate actual harm; J through L indicate immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.

General (A-F). No actual harm found, or harm that is minimal. The facility must still submit a Plan of Correction. Most CMS citations land here.

Each letter combines severity with scope: how many residents the deficiency affected.

  • 0711GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F711 - Physician Visits

    Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

  • 0791GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    F791 - Dental Services

    Ensure that any exit in an area undergoing construction, repair, or improvements shall be inspected daily to ensure its ability to be used instantly in case of emergency.

  • 0695GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F695 - Respiratory care, including tracheostomy care and tracheal suctioning

    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the August 22, 2025 survey of CLYDE E LASSEN STATE VETERANS NURSING HOME?

This was a inspection survey of CLYDE E LASSEN STATE VETERANS NURSING HOME on August 22, 2025. The surveyor cited 3 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at CLYDE E LASSEN STATE VETERANS NURSING HOME on August 22, 2025?

Yes, 3 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Provide a written emergency evacuation plan."

What type of survey was this?

This was a inspection survey conducted by state surveyors under federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) oversight. Findings are published on CMS Care Compare.

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