F 0686
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to identify a pressure wound prior to becoming a
stage 3 for a resident at risk for pressure ulcers (R1) and failed to ensure pressure relieving interventions
were implemented for 2 of 3 residents (R1, R4) reviewed for pressure ulcers in the sample of 7.The findings
include:1. R1's face sheet showed she was admitted to the facility 1/30/23 with diagnoses to include
hemiplegia and hemiparesis, arthritis, secondary gout, hyperlipidemia, hypothyroidism, stage 3 chronic
kidney disease, depressive episodes, Parkinson's disease, and pressure ulcer of left buttock. R1's facility
assessment dated [DATE] showed she had severe cognitive deficits, was dependent on staff for most
cares, and was at risk for developing pressure ulcers.
Residents Affected - Few
R1's 1/15/26 Weekly Wound Evaluation showed, . Sacrum. Pressure Injury (In-House Acquired) . Stage 3.
Length: 5 cm. Width: 1.5 cm. Depth: UTD (unable to determine) .
R1's care plan initiated 7/31/24 showed, [R1] has the potential and actual impairment to skin integrity of the
sacrum related to fragile skin, incontinence; Pressure area to sacrum (1/15/26) .
R1's care plan initiated 2/15/23 showed, [R1] is at risk for skin breakdown related to
hemiplegia/hemiparesis, impaired mobility. Assess for and provide appropriate pressure relieving devices.
Assess for changes in skin condition each shift.
On 2/22/26 at 9:35 AM, R1 was lying in her bed. R1's tan inflatable heel protector boots were observed to
be under the edge of the dresser nearby R1's bed. R1's heels were lying directly on R1's air mattress.
On 2/22/26 at 12:54 PM, R1 was receiving wound care by V6 (Wound Care Nurse). V8 CNA (Certified
Nursing Assistant) was assisting V6 to position R1. R1 was lying in bed during care, she was observed to
be wearing blue heel protector boots on both feet. V6 said R1 does not have any wounds on her heels. V6
said there is no order for R1 to wear heel protector boots, but she feels R1 should wear heel protector
boots due to her condition and that is the reason the boots are in place. The tan heel protector boots were
no longer under the dresser. V6 said she brought R1 new heel protector boots because her old ones were
dirty.
On 2/22/26 at 1:24 PM, V12 LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse/Treatment Nurse) said R1's sacral wound was
identified when a CNA was getting R1 up for the day and told me she had a wound on her bottom. V12 said
it is her understanding that the nurses should be documenting a weekly skin check. The reason to do
weekly assessments is to make sure people aren't developing wounds and do to add more preventative
measures. We would want to know about the wound right away so if the staff see breakdown happening, we
will want to address it rapidly. V12 said she doesn't believe R1 wears heel protectors.
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Event ID:
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No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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145269
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/22/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Hope Creek Nursing & Rehab
4343 Kennedy Drive
East Moline, IL 61244
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F 0686
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
On 2/22/26 at 2:57, V2 DON (Director of Nursing) said, . I would prefer the wounds be identified as soon as
possible to prevent them from getting worse. I would expect her to have the low air loss mattress, heel
protector boots. If she is bed bound, I don't think it would hurt her to wear hell protectors or have her heels
floated.
The facility's policy and procedure dated 5/20/23 showed, Guidelines for Preventative Skin Care. Guideline:
It is the intent of the facility to provide residents with preventative skin care. to keep them clean,
comfortable, well groomed and free from pressure sores. All residents will be provided a preventative
pressure reducing mattress. Further, residents will have the results of their Braden Scale scores and
Weekly Skin Assessments used as an indicator as to their specific Preventative Skin Care needs.
Equipment: . 4) Heels Up or specialty order therapeutic boots. Procedure: Positioning pillows and/or
specialty devices may be used between two skin surfaces or to slightly elevate bony prominences/pressure
areas off of the mattress. Offloading must be provided as indicated to provide pressure relief. Heels Up or
specialty ordered therapeutic boots may be used to protect heels on those residents identified as being
high risk for potential skin breakdown. NOTE: Should a caregiver notice any alteration in a resident's skin to
include a scratch, skin tear, bruise or discolorations, redness, rash, any broken skin or any other unusual
observation will be reported immediately to the Charge Nurse for assessment and appropriate follow up.
2. On 2/22/26 at 11:13 AM, V6 (Wound Care Nurse) was at R4's bedside providing wound care to an
unstageable wound to his coccyx. R4 was on an air mattress that was set to firm. R4 had a pressure relief
cushion in his wheelchair that was flattened and torn with the foam inside coming out. V6 confirmed the
cushion was worn and stated she would replace it. V6 stated the cushion was for pressure relief. V6 was
asked to check R4's mattress and she stated it was set too high; it was set on firm and should be set to his
weight. V6 asked R4 if he liked his mattress hard or wanted it soft and he seemed confused by what she
was asking.
On 2/22/26 at 1:00 PM, V2 Director of Nursing - DON stated if a resident has a pressure ulcer they will put
a low air loss mattress, have a cushion to their wheelchair, and they may have boots to offload heels. The
low air loss mattresses go off the resident's weight. V2 stated the cushions for pressure relief are checked
by the wound nurse
The Weekly Wound Evaluation dated 2/16/26 for R4 showed an unstageable pressure injury to his sacrum;
5 cm x 2.8 cm x 0.1 cm; moderate serousanguinous drainage present with a strong odor. Education was
provided on the importance of off loading, verbalized understanding. Wound location changed from right
buttocks to sacrum due to wound exacerbation. Low air loss mattress ordered.
The Weight Documentation dated 2/9/26 for R4 showed a weight of 197 pounds.
The Care Plan dated 1/19/26 for R4 showed the resident admitted with a pressure ulcer of the right buttock
related to immobility. The care plan did not show pressure ulcer preventative measures/pressure ulcer
relieving devices in place.
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Event ID:
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