Inspection visit
Inspection
Citations
28 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.
- 0004GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
- 0006GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
- 0029GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Develop a communication plan.
- 0036GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
- 0041GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
- 0222GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
- 0321GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- 0324GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
- 0345GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- 0351GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
- 0353GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- 0372GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
- 0511GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
- 0521GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
F711 - Physician Visits
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
F712 - Frequency of physician visits
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
F761 - Labeling of Drugs and Biologicals
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
F911 - Accommodate no more than four residents
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
F914 - Be designed or equipped to assure full visual privacy for each
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
F916 - Have a floor at or above grade level
Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.
F918 - Bathroom Facilities
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
F550 - Resident Rights
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
F604 - Respect and Dignity
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
F622 - Transfer and discharge-
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
F658 - Comprehensive Care Plans
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
F677 - A resident who is unable to carry out activities of daily living receives
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F689 - Accidents
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F812 - Food safety requirements
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
FAQ · About this visit
Common questions about this visit
What happened during the August 1, 2024 survey of LIFE CARE CENTER OF NASHOBA VALLEY?
This was a inspection survey of LIFE CARE CENTER OF NASHOBA VALLEY on August 1, 2024. The surveyor cited 28 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.
Were any deficiencies cited at LIFE CARE CENTER OF NASHOBA VALLEY on August 1, 2024?
Yes, 28 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP)."
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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