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Inspection visit

Health inspection

GREEK AMERICAN REHAB CARE CTRCMS #1460315 citations on this visit
5 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 5 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 maintain dignity during dinner, by staff standing over a dependent resident while providing feeding assistance for 1 of 3 residents (R103) reviewed for dignity in a sample of 29. Findings include: On 2/14/2023 at 12:50pm V6(Restorative Nurse) was observed standing over R103 in the dining room providing spoon feeding assistance. On 2/14/2023 at 12:51pm V6 was asked should she be standing over a resident while providing spoon feeding assistance. V6 said I'd rather stand up. On 2/15/2023 at 12:30pm V2(Director of Nursing-DON) said I expect all staff to sit down at eye level and assist residents with feeding, R103 was sleepy and V6 assisted R103 whom usually can feed herself and does not need assistance. A care-plan that indicated a diagnosis of Dementia in other Diseases classified elsewhere, unspecified severity, with other behavioral disturbance. An intervention dated 1/30/2020 for eating: The resident requires (supervision) by (x1) staff to eat. A hospice care-plan intervention check food and fluid intake. Do not force food if the resident does not desire to eat. Facility Policy: Reviewed on 10/8/2022- Resident rights, respect and Dignity Policy It is the policy of the Greek American Rehabilitation and care Centre that all residents have the right to a dignified existence, self-determination, and communication with and access to people and services inside and outside the facility. Providing feeding assistance while seated, not standing over the resident and not engaging in other activities (example: talking to fellow staff) while assisting the resident. 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 7 Event ID: 146031 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 146031 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 02/17/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Greek American Rehab Care Ctr 220 N First Street Wheeling, IL 60090 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 0684 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to collaborate with hospice for the development and implementation of the coordinated plan of care for one (R55) of two residents reviewed for hospice care in a sample of 29. Residents Affected - Few Findings include: On 02/14/2023 at 11:55AM, hospice binder for R55 was reviewed and was observed with V2 (Director of Nursing) with no plan of care and historical hospice nurse visit notes on file, and the last documented hospice certified nursing assistant (CNA) visit was 10/17/2022. On 02/14/2023 at 11:55AM, V2 said that the hospice plan of care should be in the hospice binder and hospice CNAs should document their visit on the hospice binder. On 02/14/2023 at 12:00PM, V14 (hospice nurse) stated that hospice plan of care should be in the hospice binder as part of the medical records and hospice CNAs are expected to document their visit in the hospice binder in the facility. R55's care plan initiated on 7/25/2022 indicated R55 has a terminal diagnoses and presently connected to hospice. Order Summary Report dated indicated admission date 7/23/2022, diagnoses of but not limited to chronic kidney disease stage 3b and diastolic (congestive) heart failure, and order for admitted to hospice with diagnosis (Dx) of congestive heart failure (CHF) with order date of 7/23/2022. Facility Policy and Documents: Title: Policy and Procedure - Hospice Care Effective: 06/21/2018 Purpose: .The goal is to make the resident as comfortable as possible, working closely with the attending and hospice physician or specialists to integrate this added layer of care into any care plan for patients facing serious terminal illness. Procedure: 3. Hospice Care consultants and the facility will communicate in a manner that will ensure collaboration of care. Routine/Inpatient/Respite Hospice Agreement Date: July 9, 2018 Hospice agrees to meet the following standards: 1.Hospice shall furnish facility with the most recent copy of the patient Plan of Care. 6. Hospice shall furnish facility a copy of the patient's Plan of Care and appropriate (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 146031 If continuation sheet Page 2 of 7 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 146031 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 02/17/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Greek American Rehab Care Ctr 220 N First Street Wheeling, IL 60090 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 0684 documentation, and update information as appropriate. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 146031 If continuation sheet Page 3 of 7 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 146031 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 02/17/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Greek American Rehab Care Ctr 220 N First Street Wheeling, IL 60090 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 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 follow the Pressure Ulcer Prevention Policy by using a flat sheet and draw sheet on an air mattress. This failure affected 1 resident (R85) of 6 residents reviewed for pressure sores in a total sample of 29. Residents Affected - Few Findings include: On 02-14-23 at 12:00 PM, R85, V10 (LPN) and V11 (CNA) verified R85 was laying on air mattress with a flat sheet, draw sheet, and disposable brief. R85 is nonverbal and unable to make her needs known. On 2-16-23 at 10:27 AM, V2 (DON) said when using an air mattress, the facility uses a flat sheet only and may use incontinent briefs when residents' are incontinent with bowel and bladder. The facility uses one sheet per manufacturers recommendation to facilitate wound healing. The facility incorporated this in the pressure prevention policy. On 2-16-23 at 9:49 AM, V10 (Wound Care Nurse) said when using an air mattress, the facility should use only a flat sheet. You may also use a single diaper or incontinence pad. The more layers are more risk for potential skin breakdown. R85 has an unstageable wound and the facility should use minimal layers on the air mattress. On 02/14/23 at 12:00 PM, V10 (LPN) said a resident on an air mattress should be using only a flat sheet. On 02/14/23 at 12:20 PM, V11 (CNA) said the staff uses flat sheet and draw sheet for residents on an air mattress. The staff can use the draw sheet to help re-position residents on an air mattress. Pressure Ulcer Prevention Policy revised 1-17-23 documents: Fitted sheets should not be used on air loss mattresses, only a single flat sheet. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 146031 If continuation sheet Page 4 of 7 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 146031 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 02/17/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Greek American Rehab Care Ctr 220 N First Street Wheeling, IL 60090 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 0688 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to apply hand splints on one resident (R12) out of 10 residents observed for hand splints in the sample of 29. Finding includes: On 02/14/23 at 02:56 PM, surveyor observed R12 sitting in the dining room with V9 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) assigned to R12. R12 was observed without a right resting hand split on. On 02/14/23 at 02:58 PM, said that R12 should have the right hand split on. On 2/15/23 at 09:54 AM, V2 (DON) said that the right hand split should be on at all times except when providing ADLs' care. R12 is a [AGE] year old female admitted with diagnosis not limited to scoliosis, unspecified, age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture, and polyosteoarthritis. Review of physician order dated 1/22/2023 documents, right resting hand palm protector to be worn at all times, except for exercises, hygiene, or functional activities. Review of R12 care plan dated 11/30/2022 document, Restorative program for splint: R resting hand splint to be worn at all times, except for exercises, hygiene, or functional activities with R hand 2/2 contracture of right hand 3rd, 4th, and 5th digit. Splint was recommended by OT. Facility Policy: Subject: Splint/Appliance Policy: Effective 02-01-2019 Department: Nursing: Reviewed: 02/01/2021 Purpose: To provide resident with therapeutic devices as needed to prevent or to improve functioning. Policy: Residents who have contractures and require further evaluation will be assessed by the Occupational Therapist for a splint/appliance. Procedure: 5. Apply Splint per determined schedule FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 146031 If continuation sheet Page 5 of 7 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 146031 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 02/17/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Greek American Rehab Care Ctr 220 N First Street Wheeling, IL 60090 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 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 implement an appropriate isolation precaution for one covid-19 positive resident (R73) out of two residents reviewed for covid-19 positive droplet/contact precautions in a sample of 29. This failure has the potential to affect all the ambulatory residents, and all the staff that walk pass R73's room. Residents Affected - Few Findings Include: On 2/14/2023 at 11:07 AM, surveyor observed with V5 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) that R73's door was left wide open. R73 is a confirmed COVID-19 positive resident who has a signage on her door that says isolation: contact and droplets precautions. On 2/14/2023 at 11:07 AM, V5 said that the door should be closed. On 2/14/2023 at 11:15 AM, V2 (Director of Nursing), said that R73's door should be closed at all times. On 2/15/2023 at 11:50 AM, surveyor observed with V11 (Registered Nurse), that R73's door was left open. On 2/15/2023 at 11:50 AM, V11 said that the door should be closed, but added that R73 is non-compliant. On 2/15/2023 at 02:42 PM, V4 (Infection Preventionist) said R73's door should remain closed except if R73 is at risk for falls. R73 is an 89 year female with a diagnosis not limited to COVID-19, personal history of COVID-19, and congestive heart failure. Review of R73's diagnosis did not indicate that R73 is at risk for fall or has a history of falls to justify leaving R73's door open. Review of progress notes dated 2/9/2023 documents: Patient is ambulatory and walks with walker. R73's room is in the middle of resident's rooms on that wing of the facility. All the ambulatory residents whose rooms are beyond R73's room, and the staff, are exposed to the COVID-19 virus as they walk pass R73's door. Review of physician's orders dated 2/9/2023 documents, Isolation: Strict Contact & Droplet. Subject: Isolation (General Guidelines) - With COVID Last revised on 12/20/2022 Policy: It is the policy of this facility to provide guidelines in alliance with CDC, IDPH for the care of residents with infection to minimize transmission to others. Standard precautions shall be used to (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 146031 If continuation sheet Page 6 of 7 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 146031 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 02/17/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Greek American Rehab Care Ctr 220 N First Street Wheeling, IL 60090 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 reduce risk of exposure. It is the policy to follow CDC, IDPH guidance. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Procedure: Residents Affected - Few Once a resident has been tested and identified as infected with a microorganism that may cause harm to others he/she will be placed on isolation precautions in accordance to the facility standards. Standard precautions are utilized on all residents regardless of infection to minimize risk of cross contamination. 1. A sign will be placed in view prior to entering a room indication what type of precaution resident has been placed. Droplet/Contact (for Covid-19) - Residents can isolate in a single room with appropriate Droplet/Contact signage if Covid Unit is not in place. When feasible and if safe to do so the resident door should remain shut. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 146031 If continuation sheet Page 7 of 7

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Citations

5 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.

  • 0684GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F684 - Quality of care

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

  • 0686GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F686 - Skin Integrity

    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

  • 0688GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F688 - Mobility

    Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

  • 0880GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F880 - Infection Control

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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What happened during the February 17, 2023 survey of GREEK AMERICAN REHAB CARE CTR?

This was a inspection survey of GREEK AMERICAN REHAB CARE CTR on February 17, 2023. The surveyor cited 5 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at GREEK AMERICAN REHAB CARE CTR on February 17, 2023?

Yes, 5 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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