F 0550
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or
her rights.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident dignity was maintained by
not covering the body of 1 (R6) to prevent exposure of their body to others, failed to address the behaviors
of disrobing for 1 (R6) resident exposing their body and failed to ensure the urinary drainage bag (a device
that urine drains into) was covered and/or placed in a dignity bag for 1 (R117) resident for residents
reviewed for resident rights.
Findings included:
1. R6 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses onset date starting 10/01/13 not limited to
Acquired Absence of Right Breast and Nipple, Personal History of Malignant Neoplasm of Breast,
Parkinsonism, Hypokalemia, Fracture of Shaft of Right Tibia, Effusion, Right Knee, Cervical Disc
Degeneration, Displaced Fracture of Lateral Condyle of Right Tibia, Displaced Fracture of Medial Condyle
of Right Femur, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Dementia, Unspecified Severity, with Psychotic
Disturbance, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Personal History of COVID-19, Gastro-Esophageal Reflux
Disease, Anxiety Disorder, Weakness, Limitation of Activities due to Disability, Overactive Bladder,
Insomnia, Schizoaffective Disorder and Hypothyroidism.
R6's MDS (Minimum Data Set) BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status) score is 15, indicating intact
cognitive response.
R6's Care plan documents: Focus: R6 presents an impaired thought process and/or displays cognitive
impairments r/t (related/to) dementia, schizoaffective. R6 has an ADL (Activities of Daily Living) self-care
performance deficit r/t COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), Parkinson's disease, dementia.
Interventions: Monitor/document/report PRN (as needed) any changes, any potential for improvement,
reasons for self-care deficit, expected course, declines in function. Dressing: Assist the resident to choose
simple comfortable clothing that enhances the residents' ability to dress self. Date Initiated: 10/21/23.
Dressing: The resident requires assistance by 1 staff to dress. Focus: R6 has limited physical mobility r/t
Disease Process; dx (diagnosis) Parkinson's disease, poor mobility, incontinence. R6 has limited physical
mobility r/t Weakness upper/lower extremities, w/c (wheelchair) status DX. Parkinson's Disease. R6 has the
potential to display verbal aggression r/t dementia (with behavioral disturbances), schizoaffective disorder,
anxiety disorder. Interventions: Monitor behaviors regularly. Document observed behavior and attempted
interventions.
On 12/17/24 at 10:58 AM, R6 was observed lying in bed with only socks and a diaper on, sitting on top of
an under pad and folded sheet on a low air loss mattress. The privacy curtain was open, and R6 could be
viewed from the doorway.
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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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7445 North Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60626
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F 0550
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
On 12/17/24 at 11:01 AM, V12 (Registered Nurse) said to R6, Tell her (Surveyor) about your clothes. Where
is your gown? There was no gown within view of R6 surroundings.
On 12/17/24 at 12:31 PM, R6 was observed lying in bed with only diaper and socks on, sitting on top of an
under pad and folded sheet on a low air loss mattress. The privacy curtain was open, and R6 could be
viewed from the doorway.
On 12/18/24 at 09:50 AM, V13 (Certified Nurse Assistant) stated, (R6) does have clothes but don't (sic)
want to put them on.
On 12/18/24 10:04 AM, V2 (Director of Nursing) stated, (R6) does not like to keep clothes on; this is why
(R6's) privacy curtain is always drawn. (R6) will throw her gown across the room. If (R6) is disrobed and the
privacy curtain is not drawn, that would be an issue of dignity.
On 12/18/24 at 11:23 AM, Surveyor knocked on R6's door and V13, CNA, called out patient care. Surveyor
opened the door and observed V13 approaching the door with no disposable gown on. V13 stated, I took
care of (R6). (R6) likes taking her gown off. R6's privacy curtain was open, and R6 was observed with a
diaper and socks on, with a gown across her waist area and her chest exposed. V16 (Maintenance
Supervisor) was able to view R6 disrobed, and stated, They could close (R6's) curtain.
On 12/19/24 at 09:21 AM, V16 (Maintenance Supervisor) was asked if R6 is usually in bed with only a
diaper on. V16 (Maintenance Supervisor) responded, (R6) is like that often.
On 12/19/24 at 10:47 AM, V10 (Social Services Director) stated, (R6's) mood and behavior fluctuate. (R6)
is calm and pleasant some days, on other days, (R6) is agitated and verbally aggressive. Sometimes (R6)
prefers to not have a gown on, and when she is in bed, she will take the gown off. We just pull (R6's)
privacy curtain. That is just for dignity purposes, since she is without clothing, we do not want (R6) exposed
to her other roommates or people walking pass in the hallway. It is (R6's) preference not to have the gown
on. I believe it is care planned. We just kind of close the curtain, toilet (R6) and let (R6) do her thing.
On 12/19/24 at 12:27 PM, V2 (Director of Nursing) presented the surveyor with an updated care plan that
addresses R6 disrobing that included (taking off gown r/t (related to) dementia (with behavior disturbance).
V2 stated, The care plan is about (R6) disrobing. It was added just today, just now by (V10, Social Service
Director). I told (V10) to update the care plan quarterly and as needed to include (R6's) behavior of
disrobing. There are no interventions for (R6) disrobing. Frequent behavior monitoring and encouraging
should be added. Most days, (R6) will probably not keep her gown on. I can add for continued staff
education to provide privacy at all times.
2. R117 was admitted to the facility 11/07/23, with diagnoses not limited to Paraplegia, Complete, Paranoid
Schizophrenia, Major Depressive Disorder, Recurrent, Collapsed Vertebra, Psychoactive Substance Abuse,
Neuromuscular Dysfunction of Bladder, Presence of Urogenital Implants, Urinary Tract Infection and
Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type.
R117's MDS (Minimum Data Set) BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status) score is 15, indicating intact
cognitive response.
Order Summary Report order date 11/04/24 documents: Change catheter bag and securement device
every week in the morning every Sunday for change catheter bag and securement device every week.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Waterford Care Center, The
7445 North Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60626
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F 0550
Care Plan documents: R117 noted to have suprapubic catheter in place. Dx (diagnosis) Neurogenic
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
bladder.
Residents Affected - Few
On 12/17/24 at 10:44 AM, R117 was observed in a wheelchair in the facility basement waiting to catch the
elevator, with a urinary catheter drainage bag hanging underneath the wheelchair with no privacy bag in
use. R117 stated, I need a privacy bag with straps. The facility said they have given me a privacy bag, but it
was useless because it does not have straps. R117 entered the elevator then exited the elevator on the
third floor. R117 was observed propelling self in the wheelchair down the hallway with 300 ML (Milliliters) of
clear yellow urine in the urinary drainage bag. V12 (Registered Nurse) was asked if a resident with a
urinary catheter drainage bag be placed in a privacy bag. V12 responded, yes.
On 12/17/24 at 10:53 AM, V12 (Registered Nurse) stated, The urinary drainage bag should be in a privacy
bag. It should be in a black bag.
On 12/17/24 at 11:17 AM, V12 (Registered Nurse) returned to the third floor with the privacy bag.
On 12/17/24 at 11:35 AM, V12 (Registered Nurse) stated, I covered the urinary catheter drainage bag.
On 12/18/24 at 10:47 AM, V2 (Director of Nursing) stated, The urinary drainage bag should be in a privacy
bag for dignity issues. They are supposed to have the covers.
Policy:
Titled Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Support Care, dated 02/24, documents: Residents will provided with
care, treatment, and services as appropriate to maintain or improve their ability to carry out activities of
daily living (ADLs). Residents who are unable to carry out activities of daily living independently will receive
the services necessary to maintain good nutrition, grooming and personal and oral hygiene. 1. Residents
will be provided with care, treatment, and services to ensure that their activities of daily living (ADLs) do not
diminish unless circumstances of their clinical condition(s) demonstrate that diminishing out ADLs are
unavoidable. 2. Appropriate care and services will be provided for residents who are unable to carry ADLs
independently, with the consent of the resident and in accordance with the plan of care.
Titled Quality of Life-Dignity, dated 02/24, documents: Each resident shall be cared for in a manner that
promotes and enhances his or her sense of well-being, level of satisfaction with life, feeling of self-worth
and self-esteem. Policy Interpretation and Implementation: 1. Residents are treated with dignity and respect
at all times. 3.c. Clothing - residents are encouraged to dress in clothing that they prefer. 10. Staff promote,
maintain, and protect resident privacy, including bodily privacy during assistance with personal care and
during treatment procedures. 11. Demeaning practices and standards of care that compromise dignity are
prohibited. Staff are expected to promote dignity and assist residents. For example: a. Helping the resident
to keep urinary catheter bags covered.
Titled Resident Rights, dated 01/24, documents: Employees shall treat all residents with kindness, respect,
and dignity. 1. Federal and state law guarantee certain basic rights to all residents of this facility. These
rights include the resident's right to: 1. a. a dignified existence. t. privacy and confidentiality.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Waterford Care Center, The
7445 North Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60626
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0645
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2.R6 was
admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses onset date starting 10/01/13 not limited to Acquired
Absence of Right Breast and Nipple, Personal History of Malignant Neoplasm of Breast, Parkinsonism,
Hypokalemia, Fracture of Shaft of Right Tibia, Effusion, Right Knee, Cervical Disc Degeneration, Displaced
Fracture of Lateral Condyle of Right Tibia, Displaced Fracture of Medial Condyle of Right Femur, Chronic
Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Dementia, Unspecified Severity, with Psychotic Disturbance, Hypertensive
Heart Disease, Personal History of COVID-19, Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease, Anxiety Disorder,
Allergic Rhinitis, Weakness, Limitation of Activities due to Disability, Overactive Bladder, Insomnia,
Schizoaffective Disorder and Hypothyroidism.
Residents Affected - Some
R6's MDS (Minimum Data Set) BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status) score is 15, indicating intact
cognitive response.
R6's Care plan document in part: R6 is being prescribed psychotropic medications r/t (related/to)
behavior/mood management, schizoaffective disorder, anxiety disorder, insomnia.
R6's Notice of PASRR (preadmission screening and resident review) Level I Screen outcome dated
12/18/24 documents PASRR Level I Review date: 12/18/24. PASRR Level I Determination: Refer for Level II
Onsite. Suspected or confirmed PASRR condition(s): (MH) Mental Health Disability. Your health care
professional and Maximus completed a Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) Level I
screen for you. This screen shows that you need a face-to-face Level II evaluation. You need this evaluation
because you may have serious mental illness or an intellectual/developmental disability. Reason for
Screening: This nursing facility resident has never had a PASRR Level I screen. Level I outcome: Refer for
Level II Onsite. Rationale: A PASRR Level II evaluation must be conducted. That evaluation will occur as an
onsite/face-to-face.
3. R7 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnosis onset date starting 10/10/13 with diagnosis not
limited to Bipolar Disorder, Vitamin D Deficiency, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Gout, Hemiplegia and
Hemiparesis Following Cerebral Infarction Affecting Left Non-Dominant Side, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus with
Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease, Anxiety Disorder, Schizoaffective Disorder and Major Depressive
Disorder, Recurrent.
R7's MDS (Minimum Data Set) BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status) score is 15, indicating intact
cognitive response.
R7'sCare Plan documents: R7 has a history of self-harmful ideation (thoughts) and/or behavior. This
appears related to a severe mental illness and poor impulse control. The resident has depression r/t
Disease Process Bipolar. 02/27/23 Resident observed punching the nursing desk with right hand, upset
about something that happened yesterday. R6 uses psychotropic medications r/t mood/behavior
management; dx Bipolar, schizoaffective d/o anxiety disorder, depression.
R7's Notice of PASRR (preadmission screening and resident review) Level I Screen outcome, dated
12/18/24, documents: PASRR Level I Review date: 12/18/24. PASRR Level I Determination: Refer for Level
II Onsite. Suspected or confirmed PASRR condition(s): (MH) Mental Health Disability. Your health care
professional and Maximus completed a Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) Level I
screen for you. This screen shows that you need a face-to-face Level II evaluation. You need this evaluation
because you may have serious mental illness or an intellectual/developmental disability.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Waterford Care Center, The
7445 North Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60626
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F 0645
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Reason for Screening: This nursing facility resident has never had a PASRR Level I screen. Level I
outcome: Refer for Level II Onsite. Rationale: A PASRR Level II evaluation must be conducted. That
evaluation will occur as an onsite/face-to-face.
4. R32 has diagnoses not limited to Long Term (Current) use of Anticoagulants, Hemiplegia and
Hemiparesis Following other Cerebrovascular Disease Affecting Right Dominant Side, Anemia, Chronic
Kidney Disease, Blind Loop Syndrome, Diverticulosis of Large Intestine, Spondylosis, Atherosclerosis of
Aorta, Calculus of Gallbladder, Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease, Hyperlipidemia, Insomnia, History of
Falling, Interstitial Pulmonary Disease, Contracture of Muscle, Left Lower Leg, Gastrostomy, Dysphagia,
Aphasia Following Cerebral Infarction, Major Depressive Disorder, Dementia, Unspecified Severity, with
other Behavioral Disturbance, Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease, Psychosis, Dry Eye Syndrome of
Bilateral Lacrimal Glands, Parkinson's Disease, Contracture of Muscle, Right Lower Leg, and
Protein-Calorie Malnutrition.
R32's Care Plan documents: R32 has the potential to be aggressive towards staff related to Dementia. R32
is aggressive during care and would scratch staff. R32 uses psychotropic medications r/t (related/to)
Behavior/mood management; dx (diagnosis) depression, dementia, Parkinson's disease., hx (history) of
behavioral s/s (signs/symptoms) such as pulling GT (gastric tube)/resisting care/spitting/scratching staff; dx
insomnia, psychosis.
R32's Notice of PASRR (preadmission screening and resident review) Level I Screen outcome, dated
12/18/24, documents: PASRR Level I Review date: 12/18/24. PASRR Level I Determination: Refer for Level
II Onsite. Suspected or confirmed PASRR condition(s): (MH) Mental Health Disability. Your health care
professional and Maximus completed a Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) Level
screen for you. This screen shows that you need a face-to-face Level II evaluation. You need this evaluation
because you may have serious mental illness or an intellectual/developmental disability. Reason for
Screening: This nursing facility resident has never had a PASRR Level I screen. Level I outcome: Refer for
Level II Onsite. Rationale: A PASRR Level II evaluation must be conducted. That evaluation will occur as an
onsite/face-to-face.
On 12/19/2024 at 11:39AM, V10 (Social Services Director) stated she is responsible for completing and
submitting the PASARR screenings to the screening agency. V10 stated residents should have a Level I
PASARR screening prior to admission or upon admission to the facility. V10 stated a Level I PASARR
screening determines if a Level II PASARR screening should be completed. V10 stated if a Level II
PASARR is recommended, then the resident is referred for a Level II screening. V10 stated all residents
should have a Level I PASARR screening. V10 stated there is no particular reason why the residents'
PASARR screenings were not completed
Facility Policy, dated 03/2024, titled admission Criteria documents, 9. All new admissions and readmissions
are screened for mental disorders (MD), intellectual disabilities (ID) or related disorders (RD) per the
Medicaid Pre-admission Screening and Resident Review (PASARR) process. a. The facility conducts a
Level I PASARR screen for all potential admissions, regardless of payor source, to determine if the
individual meets the criteria for a MD, ID, or RD. b. If the Level I screen indicates that the individual may
meet the criteria for a MD, ID, or RD, he or she is referred to the state PASARR representative for the Level
II (evaluation and determination) screening process. c. upon completion of the Level II evaluation, the State
PASARR representative determines if the individual has a physical or mental condition, what specialized or
rehabilitative services he or she needs, and whether placement in the facility is appropriate.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Waterford Care Center, The
7445 North Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60626
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F 0645
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to initiate a new Level I screen for four (R6, R7,
R11, R32) residents reviewed for Pre-admission Screening and Record Review (PASARR) in a total sample
of 26 residents reviewed.
Findings include:
Residents Affected - Some
1. R11s' Face sheet documents R11 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses not limited to:
schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type, major depressive disorder, and bipolar disorder.
On 12/18/2024 at 10:30AM, surveyor requests the PASARR screenings for R11 from V1 (Administrator).
On 12/18/2024 at 11:00AM, V1 provided R11s' PASARR screenings to surveyor.
R11s' PASARR screening, dated 12/18/2024, titled Notice of PASRR Level I Screen Outcome documents to
refer R11 to Level II Onsite.
There is no documentation to show R11 was referred to the appropriate state-designated authority for a
Level I or Level II PASARR evaluation and determination prior to 12/18/2024.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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Waterford Care Center, The
7445 North Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60626
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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, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure low air loss mattress
devices were on the correct weights setting for four residents (R2, R29, R40, R122) out of four who are
high risk in developing pressure ulcers in a final sample of 26 residents.
Residents Affected - Some
Findings Include:
1. On 12/17/24 at 11:29 AM, R29 was sleeping in bed on a low air loss mattress, with the machine set to
290 pounds (lbs.).
On 12/18/24 at 10:17 AM, Surveyor entered R29's room with V8 (Registered Nurse) and noted R29 was
lying in bed on a low air loss mattress with the machine set to 290 lbs.
R29's BRADEN score dated 9/29/24 is 12. V7 stated 12 means high risk for developing pressure ulcer. R29
needs assistance with bed mobility and R29's current weight is 219 pounds (lbs.) dated 12/4/24.
2. On 12/17/24 at 11:26 AM, R122 was sleeping in bed on a low air loss mattress, with the machine set to
120 lbs.
R122's BRADEN score dated 9/25/24 is 12 (high risk for developing pressure ulcer). R122 needs
assistance with bed mobility and R122's current weight is 86 lbs. dated 12/4/24.
3. On 12/17/24 at 11:39 AM, R2 was sleeping in bed on a low air loss mattress, with the machine set to 160
lbs.
On 12/18/24 at 10:20 AM, Surveyor entered R2's room with V8, and noted R2 was lying in bed on a low air
loss mattress, with the machine set to 160 lbs. V8 stated wound care team is monitoring the settings of the
low air loss mattresses.
R2's BRADEN score dated 12/12/24 is 11. V7 stated that 11 score also means high risk for developing
pressure ulcer. R2 needs total assistance with bed mobility and R2's current weight is 128.5 lbs. dated
12/4/24.
4. On 12/17/24 at 11:45 AM, R40 was sitting up in bed alert and able to verbalize needs. R40 was on a low
air loss mattress, with the machine set to 220 lbs.
On 12/18/24 at 10:19 AM, Surveyor entered R40's room with V8 and noted R40 was lying in bed on a low
air loss mattress with the machine set to 220 lbs.
R40's BRADEN score dated 11/7/24 is 12 (high risk for developing pressure ulcer). R40 needs assistance
with bed mobility and R40's current weight is 162 lbs. dated 12/4/24.
On 12/18/24 at 10:36 AM, V7 (Wound Care Nurse) and stated residents who are at risk for developing
pressure ulcers are placed on a low air loss mattress as preventative measure. The purpose of the low air
loss mattress is to decrease the pressure on the bony areas of the residents; thus, preventing the
development of pressure ulcer. V7 stated if the low air loss mattress is not in the right setting and if it's too
soft or too hard, that would deplete the purpose of the low air loss mattress. If
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145659
B. Wing
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/20/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Waterford Care Center, The
7445 North Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60626
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0686
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
the setting is too low, it would be too soft and if the setting is too high it would be too firm. V7 stated the low
air loss mattress machine should be set based on the current weight of the resident. V7 stated the facility
uses a BRADEN score screening to assess a resident for risk of skin breakdown. V7 stated residents who
are incontinent, need assistance with bed mobility and transfer, have impaired cognition, and have
behaviors are considered at risk in developing pressure ulcer.
Residents Affected - Some
The facility's Support Surface Guidelines policy, dated 09/24, documents: Any individual at risk for
developing pressure ulcers should be places on a redistribution support surface, such as foam, static air,
alternating air, or air-loss or gel when lying in bed.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
145659
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/20/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Waterford Care Center, The
7445 North Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60626
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
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, interview, and record review, the facility failed to follow the resident's care plan to ensure
physician order was followed and administer the correct oxygen (O2) flow rate for one (R29) out of one
resident reviewed for respiratory care in the final sample of 26.
Residents Affected - Few
Findings Include:
R29's clinical records show R29 has included diagnoses but not limited to acute and chronic respiratory
failure with hypoxia and unspecified asthma.
R29's Minimum Data Set (MDS), dated [DATE], shows R29 is cognitively intact and is dependent with staff
assistance for transfers and bed mobility.
R29's comprehensive care plan reads in part: R29 presents with altered respiratory function secondary to
COPD requiring O2 as ordered for shortness of breath with one intervention that reads, Administer oxygen
per MD orders. Assist with application as needed (date initiated 4/29/23).
On 12/17/24 at 11:29 AM, R29 was sleeping in bed, using oxygen via nasal cannula. R29's oxygen flow
rate was set to 2 liters per minute (LPM).
On 12/18/24 at 10:12 AM, R29 was resting in bed alert and able to verbalize needs. R29's oxygen cannula
tubing was hanging by R29's bed rail, not inside R29's nose. R29 stated R29 did not remove the oxygen
tubing from R29's nose. R29 stated the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) might have taken it off when R29
was being changed. R29 stated R29 should be using the oxygen all the time for shortness of breath. R29
stated R29 has Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Surveyor also noted R29's oxygen
flow rate was set to 2 LPM.
At 10:17 AM, V8 (Registered Nurse) entered R29's room and confirmed R29's oxygen flow rate was set to
2 LPM. V8 placed the oxygen tubing back in R29's nose.
At 10:23 AM, V8 checked R29's physician orders in the electronic health records and revealed R29 has an
order for O2 at 3 LPM via nasal cannula (ordered 7/1/24). V8 stated V8 will change and correct R29's
oxygen flow rate.
At 12:01 PM, V2 (Director of Nursing) stated oxygen flow rate is based on the doctor's order. V2 stated it's
important to follow the doctor's orders for individual needs of the residents as far as diagnoses to reach
normal saturation level. V2 stated the nurses should be monitoring the residents' oxygen are set in the
correct flow rate. V2 stated the CNAs should not be removing the oxygen tubing, and should be letting the
nurse know to make sure it's in the right place and it's administered correctly.
The facility's Oxygen Administration policy, dated 10/24, reads: The purpose of this procedure is to provide
guidelines for safe oxygen administration. Verify that there is a physician's order for this procedure. Review
the physician's orders or facility protocol for oxygen administration. Review the resident's care plan to
assess for any special needs of the resident.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
145659
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/20/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Waterford Care Center, The
7445 North Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60626
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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F 0761
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted
professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately
locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to dispose a house stock medication
after the expiration date, and failed to ensure medications were locked and secured while unattended for
two out of three carts reviewed for medication storage and labeling. These failures have the potential to
affect 86 residents residing in the facility.
Findings Include:
On 12/17/24 at 9:47 AM, Surveyor observed a medication cart in the first-floor hallway unattended and
unlocked. V6 (Licensed Practical Nurse) stated V6 was responsible for this medication cart. V6 stated, This
medication cart stores medications for residents on the first floor of the facility.
On 12/17/24 at 11:45 AM, second floor medication cart was inspected with V8 (Registered Nurse) and
found a bottle of vitamin D tablets, with expiration date of 11/24 on the label. V8 stated expired medications
should be discarded on the expired date to prevent it for being administered to the residents.
On 12/18/24 at 12:01 PM, V2 (Director of Nursing) stated, When medication cart is left unattended, there
should be nothing on top of the cart, the medication cart should be locked, nothing exposed that the
resident would have access to. It is important to lock the medication cart when unattended because it's a
risk that a resident or a visitor can pass by and open any of the drawer and can access the medications
stored inside. Expired medications should be discarded by the expiration date and should not be stored in
the medication cart anymore the day after the expiration date. It is important to discard expired medications
to make sure that the residents are not getting expired medications that could possibly cause adverse
reactions.
The facility's Storage and Labeling of Medications policy, dated 04/24, documents: The facility stores all
drugs and biologicals in a safe, secure, and orderly manner. 1. Drugs and biologicals used in the facility are
stored in locked compartments under proper temperature, light and humidity controls. 5. Discontinued,
outdated, or deteriorated drugs or biologicals are returned to the dispensing pharmacy or destroyed. 8.
Compartments (including, but not limited to, drawers, cabinets, rooms, refrigerators, carts, and boxes)
containing drugs and biologicals are locked when not in use. 9. Unlocked medication carts should be within
the visible supervision of the nurse.
Facility census, dated 12/17/2024, documents a total of 45 residents reside on the first floor and 41
residents reside on the second floor of the facility.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
145659
B. Wing
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
A. Building
12/20/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Waterford Care Center, The
7445 North Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60626
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0812
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Many
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve
food in accordance with professional standards.
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to follow proper sanitation and food
storage practices as evidenced by food not properly labeled, and food not properly stored. These deficient
practices have the potential to affect all 128 residents receiving food prepared for the nursing skilled facility.
Findings include:
On 12/17/24 at 9:11 AM, during initial kitchen tour with V17 [Dietary Manager], the following items were
found in walk-in freezer:
Box of turkey frank hot dogs uncovered with no open or discard date.
Box of chicken patties uncovered with no open or discard date.
Box of chicken leg quarters uncovered with no open or discard date.
On 12/17/24 at 9:33 AM, on the clean dish rack, surveyor and V17 observed two cell phones and pair of
eyeglasses next to the clean dishes.
On 12/17/24 at 9:45 AM, V17 [Dietary Manager] stated, All food items, once removed from the box, the
items need to be dated. The food items should have a label with an open date and expiration date. If dietary
staff prepare food, not knowing how long the food has been open, it could potentially cause a food born
illness. The two cell phones and eyeglasses belong to dietary employees, and personal food items should
not be stored in the dietary kitchen to prevent cross contamination.
Policy: Documents in part
Food Storage dated 2017.
-This policy outlines safe food handling and storage practices for the Food and Nutrition Services
Department.
First in, first out. If taken out of original container, food is tightly wrapped and labeled with the name of the
item and the use by date.
-Open products that have not been properly sealed and dated are discarded.
-Frozen foods can deteriorate in quality the longer they are stored. Frozen food is discarded after three
months.
Storage of Employee Personal items:
Food services employees should not store or keep any personal belongings in the kitchen. Food and
nutrition services and employee will store their personal items in the locker room, or another location
designated for that use.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
145659
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/20/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Waterford Care Center, The
7445 North Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60626
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0880
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure the facility linen was stored
on a linen cart to prevent contamination and failed to ensure staff wore the proper PPE (Personal Protective
Equipment) while caring for 1 (R32) resident on Enhanced Barrier Precautions. These failures have the
potential to affect 49 residents residing on the third floor based on the facilities census.
Residents Affected - Some
Findings Include:
1. R32 was admitted to the facility 09/22/08, with diagnosis onset dates starting 10/01/13, that is not limited
to Long Term (Current) use of Anticoagulants, Hemiplegia and Hemiparesis Following other
Cerebrovascular Disease Affecting Right Dominant Side, Anemia, Chronic Kidney Disease, Blind Loop
Syndrome, Diverticulosis of Large Intestine, Spondylosis, Atherosclerosis of Aorta, Calculus of Gallbladder,
Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease, Hyperlipidemia, Insomnia, History of Falling, Interstitial Pulmonary
Disease, Contracture of Muscle, Left Lower Leg, Gastrostomy, Dysphagia, Aphasia Following Cerebral
Infarction, Major Depressive Disorder, Dementia, Unspecified Severity, with other Behavioral Disturbance,
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease, Psychosis, Dry Eye Syndrome of Bilateral Lacrimal Glands,
Parkinson's Disease, Contracture of Muscle, Right Lower Leg, Protein-Calorie Malnutrition.
R32's MDS (Minimum Data Set) BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status) indicate resident is rarely/never
understood.
R32's Care Plan documents: R32 has an ADL (activities of daily living) self-care performance deficit r/t
(related/to) dx (diagnosis) Parkinson's disease, CVA (cerebral vascular accident) with resultant right
hemiparesis, dysphagia; HTN (hypertension), CKD (chronic kidney disease), dementia, ILD (interstitial lung
disease), spondylosis. R32 placed on Enhanced Barrier Precaution per facility protocol d/t (due/to) long
term use of enteral feeding and hx (History) of MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus).
On 12/17/24 at 11:23 AM, Enhanced Barrier Precaution signage was observed on R32's door. Surveyor
knocked on R32's door and V13 (Certified Nurse Assistant) called out patient care. Surveyor opened the
door and observed V13 approaching the door with no disposable gown on. Surveyor asked V13 if he was
providing care to R32, V13 responded, yes.
2. On 12/18/24 at 09:52 AM on the third-floor north hallway, there was a linen cart observed in the hallway,
with no side covering, containing towels, sheets, pillowcases, and gowns.
On 12/18/24 at 09:55 AM, V12 (Registered Nurse) stated, This (referring to the linen cart) has to go to
laundry, and it has no cover. V12 then proceeded down the hallway with the linen cart.
On 12/18/24 10:04 AM, V2 (Director of Nursing) stated, When caring for a resident on Enhanced Barrier
Precautions (EBP) everyone should wear a mask, gloves, and a disposable gown. (R32) has a peg tube
and V13 (Certified Nurse Assistant) would have to wear a mask, gown and gloves when giving care.
On 12/18/24 at 10:47 AM, V2 (Director of Nursing) stated, If the linen on the linen carts is not covered it can
become contaminated.
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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:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
145659
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/20/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Waterford Care Center, The
7445 North Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60626
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 0880
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
On 12/18/24 at 11:08 AM, V16 (Maintenance Supervisor). V16 stated, When the linen is stored on the linen
carts all of the flaps should be closed. The linen cart with the missing flap needs to be replaced. The flap
was missing and when the linen cart is open all the germs come to the linen, and it gets contaminated.
Signage indicating Enhanced Barrier Precautions (STOP) Providers and staff must also: Wear gloves and a
gown for the following High-Contact Resident Care Activities. Dressing, Bathing/Showering, Transferring,
Changing Linen, Personal Hygiene, Changing Brief or assisting with toileting.
Policy:'Titled Laundry and Bedding, dated 10/24, documents: Transport: 5. Clean linens are protected from
dust and soiling during transport and storage to ensure cleanliness.
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