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Inspection

CITADEL CARE CENTER-WILMETTECMS #14593210 citations on this visit
10 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 10 deficiencies. The full statement and the facility’s plan of correction follow, verbatim from the federal record.

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. Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure the indwelling urinary bag was placed in a dignity bag for 1 of 2 residents (R112) reviewed for indwelling urinary catheter in a sample of 15. Findings include: On 4/11/2023 at 10:45am R112 was observed in bed with his urinary collection bag facing the door without a privacy bag covering. On 4/11/2023 at 10:46am V10(Certified Nursing Assistant/CNA) said the urinary collection bag should have a privacy bag always covering it. On 4/13/2023 at 12:46pm V3(Assistant Director of Nursing/ADON) said I expect all urinary collection bags to have a privacy bag always covering it. An Order Summary Report dated 4/1/2023-4/30/2023 indicates R112 has a diagnosis of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms. A care plan that indicates R112 has a focus of Neurogenic bladder with interventions that the Catheter must have a dignity bag covering it. Facility Policy: Reviewed December 2018 Quality of Life-Dignity Policy Statement Each resident shall be cared for in a manner that promotes and enhances quality of life, dignity, respect, and individuality. Policy interpretation and Implementation 11. Demeaning practices and standards of care that compromise dignity is prohibited. Staff shall promote dignity and assist residents as needed by: a. Helping the resident to keep the urinary catheter bags covered. 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 4 Event ID: 145932 Printed: 05/15/2026 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 145932 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 04/14/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Citadel Care Center-Wilmette 432 Poplar Drive Wilmette, IL 60091 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 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, interview, and record review, the facility failed to implement their fall intervention for one resident (R22) out of nine residents reviewed for fall in the sample of 15. Finding includes: R22 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnosis not limited to unspecified dementia, psychotic disturbance, and anxiety disorder. Nursing: Quarterly Morse Fall Scale dated 3/16/23 documents: R22 Score = 60 and category: High Risk for Falling. R22 had a fall on 12/12/2022. R22 Care plan fall intervention on 12/12/2022 documents: floor mattress next to bed when R22 is in bed. On 4/11/22 at 10:30 am, R22 was observed sleeping in bed and no floor mattress was next to her bed. On 4/11/2023 at 4:00 pm, R22 was observed again sleeping in bed and no floor mattress was next to her bed. On 4/12/2023 at 12:07, R22 was observed for sacral wound dressing change by V9 (Wound Care Nurse) and no floor mattress was next to her bed. On 4/12/2023 at 3:38 pm, R22 was observed in her bed with V4 (Care Plan Coordinator/MDS) and no floor mattress was next to her bed. V4 said that R22 should have a floor mattress next to her bed. Facility: Falls and Fall Risk, Managing Policy Statement: Based on previous evaluations and current data, the staff will identify interventions related to the resident's specific risks and causes to try to prevent the resident from falling and to try to minimize complications from falling. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 145932 If continuation sheet Page 2 of 4 Printed: 05/15/2026 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 145932 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 04/14/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Citadel Care Center-Wilmette 432 Poplar Drive Wilmette, IL 60091 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 0690 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure that the urinary drainage bag was placed below the bladder for 1 of 2 residents (R112) reviewed for urinary catheter in a sample of 15. Residents Affected - Few Findings include: On 4/11/2023 at 10:45am R112 was observed in bed with his urinary drainage bag positioned above his waist. On 4/11/2023 at 10:46am V10(Certified Nursing Assistant/CNA) said the urinary collection bag should place below his waist. On 4/14/2023 at 12:50pm V3(Assistant Director of Nursing/ADON) said I expect all urinary drainage bags to be positioned below the waist to prevent a urinary tract infection. An Order Summary Report dated 4/1/2023-4/30/2023 indicates a diagnosis of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms and Neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, unspecified. A care plan with a focus that indicated R112 has an indwelling catheter related to neurogenic bladder. An intervention that indicates R112's indwelling catheter and tubing below the bladder level and away from the entrance room door. Reviewed September 2019 Catheter Care, Urinary Purpose: The purpose of this procedure is to prevent catheter-associated urinary tract infections. Preparation: Maintaining Unobstructed Urine Flow 3. The urinary drainage bag must be always held or positioned lower than the bladder to prevent the urine in the tubing and drainage bag from flowing back into the urinary bladder. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 145932 If continuation sheet Page 3 of 4 Printed: 05/15/2026 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 145932 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 04/14/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Citadel Care Center-Wilmette 432 Poplar Drive Wilmette, IL 60091 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 0812 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to monitor and maintain the resident's personal refrigerator temperature for two of four residents (R12, R52) reviewed for food safety in a sample of 15. Findings include: R12's order summary report dated 4/13/2023 indicated admission date of 4/8/2023 and diagnosis of but not limited to pure hypercholesterolemia. R52's order summary report dated 4/13/2023 indicated admission date 3/22/2023 and diagnosis of but not limited to depression. On 04/11/2023 at 10:11 AM during observation with V3 (Assistant Director of Nursing), R12's personal refrigerator temperature had no April 2023 log observed by the refrigerator. The refrigerator was observed with multiple food items inside. V3 stated that resident's refrigerator temperature should be checked daily by maintenance. On 04/11/2023 at 10:41 AM during observation with V6 (Registered Nurse), R52's personal refrigerator temperature log for April 2023 was noted blank and food items were observed inside the refrigerator. V6 said that resident's refrigerator temperature should be checked daily by the Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). On 04/13/2023 at 2:36PM, V15 (Maintenance Director) said that resident's refrigerator should be checked by the managers assigned to rooms daily and if they are not available, the CNAs or unit staff are expected to check it. He also mentioned that he checks it each week or throughout the week to see if it is being monitored. Facility Policy: Title: Food [NAME] in By Family or Visitors - Personal Refrigerators Procedure: Personal refrigerator temperatures should be maintained at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 145932 If continuation sheet Page 4 of 4

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Citations

10 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.

  • 0550GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F550 - Resident Rights

    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

  • 0689GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F689 - Accidents

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

  • 0690GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F690 - Incontinence

    Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

  • 0812GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F812 - Food safety requirements

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

  • 0211GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

  • 0223GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

  • 0271GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Have exits that are accessible at all times.

  • 0291GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

  • 0361GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Ensure that waiting areas, nurse’s stations, gift shops, and cooking facilities, open to the corridor are properly protected.

  • 0363GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the April 14, 2023 survey of CITADEL CARE CENTER-WILMETTE?

This was a inspection survey of CITADEL CARE CENTER-WILMETTE on April 14, 2023. The surveyor cited 10 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at CITADEL CARE CENTER-WILMETTE on April 14, 2023?

Yes, 10 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her right..."

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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