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Inspection

BRADFORD PLACE CARE CENTERCMS #36527712 citations on this visit
12 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 12 deficiencies. The full statement and the facility’s plan of correction follow, verbatim from the federal record.

F 0677 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Based on record review, observations and resident and staff interviews, the facility failed to provide activities of daily living (ADL) assistance to dependent residents. This affected one (#1) of three residents reviewed for ADL's. The census was 65. Residents Affected - Few Findings include: Medical record review for Resident #1 revealed an admission dated on 10/31/19 with diagnoses including but not limited to cerebrovascular disease, schizoaffective disorder bipolar type, hemiplegia affecting left side, bipolar episode depressed mild to moderate severity, hypertension, contracture's, vascular dementia, vitamin D deficiency, hypokalemia, major depressive disorder, anxiety disorder, conversion disorder with seizures, pseudobulbar affect, atopic dermatitis, dysarthria and aphasia following cerebral infarction. Review of the comprehensive Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #1 dated 10/22/22 revealed the resident had intact cognition. Resident #1 was coded with behaviors not directed towards others occurred one to three days during the look back period, with behaviors significantly disrupting care or living environment. Resident #1 requires extensive assist of two staff members for bed mobility, total assist for transfers and toileting with two staff members, and supervision for meals. The MDS revealed Resident #1 was not given a shower during the seven-day assessment period. Review of the plan of care for Resident #1 dated 02/28/22 revealed resident requires extensive to total care assistance with all ADL tasks related to current diagnoses of stroke with hemiplegia with noted contracture, dementia with behavioral disturbance, conversion disorder with seizures or convulsions, dysphagia & aphasia. Resident #1 is at risk for complications related to current needs of assistance. Resident #1 will often become combative during care and will refuse to allow staff to perform or complete tasks placing herself at higher risk for potential complications. She tries to manipulate staff. Resident #1 will pull call light out of wall multiple times a day. She will throw and break furniture on regular basis. Interventions include bathing total assist of one for complete bed bath, she does not allow showers. There were no interventions regarding hair washing. Review of nurse progress notes for Resident #1 dated 10/26/22 through 12/20/22 revealed the notes contained no documentation regarding refusal of shower and/or refusal of resident to have her hair washed. Review of bathing records for Resident #1 for the month of December 2022 revealed record contained no documentation regarding washing of resident's hair. Review of the shower sheets For Resident #1 dated 12/17/22, 12/14/22, 12/10/22, 12/07/22, 12/03/22, (continued on next page) 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 5 Event ID: 365277 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 365277 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 12/29/2022 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Bradford Place Care Center 1302 Millville Avenue Hamilton, OH 45013 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 0677 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few 11/30/22. 11/26/22, 11/23/22, 11/19/22, 11/16/22 revealed the documents contained no information for hair washing or refusals. Review of the electronic health record behavior monitoring for Resident #1 dated 11/19/22 through 12/18/22 had one occurrence of refusal of care dated 11/30/22. Further review of behavior monitoring revealed Resident #1 refusal of care was not specific to task. Observation of Resident #1 on 12/21/22 at 9:30 A.M. revealed the resident's hair was greasy with visible white flakes throughout hair and did not appear to have been washed recently. Observation of Resident #1 on 12/21/22 at 9:30 A.M. to 10:14 A.M. of bed bath with State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) #32 revealed no concerns regarding the bed bath. During the observation STNA #32 stated she uses a wet washcloth and wets her hair, then uses a small amount of shampoo to wash her hair. STNA #32 then stated she used a cup and a basin to rinse her hair. STNA #32 did not offer to wash Resident #1 hair during her bed bath. Interview on 12/21/22 10:10 A.M. with Resident #1 confirmed staff gave her a bed bath two times this week and did not wash her hair. Resident #1 pointed to head and stated itchy. Interview on 12/21/22 at 10:14 A.M. with STNA #32 stated she was unable to confirm when Resident #1 had her hair washed. STNA #32 verified she did not wash her hair today during her bed bath. Interview on 12/21/22 at 3:41 P.M. with Director of Nursing (DON) verified staff should be washing hair with every bath. The DON further stated the facility placed an order for waterless shampoo kits and will begin using those for Resident #1. This deficiency represents non-compliance investigated under Complaint Number OH00135647. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 365277 If continuation sheet Page 2 of 5 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 365277 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 12/29/2022 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Bradford Place Care Center 1302 Millville Avenue Hamilton, OH 45013 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 0761 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few 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 medical record review, observation, staff interview and policy review, the facility failed to ensure prescribed medications were stored securely. This affected two (#1 and #38) randomly observed residents with medications left unattended/unsecured in the residents room. The facility census was 65. Findings include: 1. Review of the medical record for Resident #1 revealed an admission dated on 10/31/19 with diagnoses including but not limited to cerebrovascular disease, schizoaffective disorder bipolar type, insomnia, abnormal posture, hemiplegia affecting left side, bipolar episode depressed mild to moderate severity, hypertension, contracture's, vascular dementia, major depressive disorder, anxiety disorder, conversion disorder with seizures, pseudobulbar affect, dysarthria and aphasia following cerebral infarction. Review of the comprehensive Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment for Resident #1 dated 10/22/22 revealed the resident had intact cognition. Resident #1 required extensive assist of two staff members for bed mobility, total assist for transfers and toileting with two staff members, and supervision for meals. Review of the plan of care for Resident #1 dated 11/11/19 and revised on 03/10/22 revealed the resident was at risk for skin breakdown due to assistance required in bed mobility and bowel incontinence. Interventions included apply skin treatment as ordered, observe skin daily and report abnormalities to nurse, and apply barrier creams, powders, and ointments as ordered to axilla. Review of the active physician orders for Resident #1 revealed an order dated 07/28/22 for Nystatin powder, apply to left underarm topically every day and night shift for treatment until resolved. Observation on 12/21/22 of Resident #1's room revealed a bottle of opened nystatin powder in the medication cabinet in the resident's bathroom. Interview on 12/21/22 10:32 AM with Director of Nursing (DON) verified nystatin powder was left in Resident #1's room in the medication cabinet and it should not be there. 2. Review of the medical record for Resident #38 revealed an admission date on 10/21/21 with diagnoses including but not limited to heart failure, type two diabetes mellitus with nephropathy, hypertensive chronic kidney disease, hyperparathyroidism, chronic heart failure, major depressive disorder, morbid obesity, Guillain-Barre syndrome and spinal stenosis. Review of the plan of care for Resident #38 dated 11/08/22 revealed the resident had altered skin integrity, non-pressure related to fungal rash to abdominal and groin folds. Interventions include complete Braden scale per policy, observe for infections, swelling, redness, discharge, odor and notify physician, and treatments as ordered. Review of the physician orders for Resident #38 revealed an order for lotrisone cream 1/0.5 percent cream, apply to abdominal/groin/ knee folds topically every day and night shift related to (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 365277 If continuation sheet Page 3 of 5 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 365277 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 12/29/2022 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Bradford Place Care Center 1302 Millville Avenue Hamilton, OH 45013 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 0761 candidiasis of skin and nails dated 07/19/22. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Review of the progress notes for Resident #38 dated 07/01/22 through 12/20/22 related to self-administration of medication revealed there was no documentation to support the resident could self-administer medications. Residents Affected - Few Review of the facility's evaluation tab in the electronic health record was silent for any assessment completed for Resident #38 to complete self-administration or self-application of skin creams. Observation on 12/20/22 at 10:19 A.M. of Resident #38's bed side table revealed three tubes of prescribed medication labeled lotrisone cream 1/0.5 percent cream. Further observation revealed an unlabeled tube of capsaicin on dresser in Resident #38's room Interview on 12/20/22 at 10:22 P.M. with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #49 verified the medication should not have been left in room. Further verified Resident #38 did not have orders to keep the medication at bedside. LPN #49 verified Resident #38 did not have any orders for the use of capsaicin cream. Review of the facility policy titled Storage and Expiration of Medications, Biological's, Syringes and Needles dated 2013 revealed the facility should ensure all medications and biological's are securely stored in a locked cabinet/cart or locked medication room. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 365277 If continuation sheet Page 4 of 5 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 365277 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 12/29/2022 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Bradford Place Care Center 1302 Millville Avenue Hamilton, OH 45013 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 **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, observations, resident and staff interviews, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure used sharps i.e. needles were disposed of properly. This affected one (#16) of four residents reviewed for sanitary environment. The facility census was 65. Residents Affected - Few Findings include: Medical record review for Resident #16 revealed an admission on [DATE]. Diagnoses include type 2 diabetes without complication, hyperlipidemia, candidiasis of skin and nail, cutaneous abscess of head, localized edema, spondylosis without myelopathy, history of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), hypertension, heart failure, peripheral vascular disease, dementia, urinary tract infection, abnormal posture, neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder and acidosis. Review of the quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] for Resident #16 revealed the resident had impaired cognition. Resident #16 requires supervision for bed mobility, transfers, eating and toileting. Review of the plan of care for Resident #16 dated 04/29/21 with revision on 12/08/21 revealed alteration in blood glucose due to: insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus. Interventions include administer medications as ordered and laboratory tests per physicians order. Review of the electronic health record results tab for Resident #16 revealed laboratory tests were completed on 12/19/22 at 8:12 A.M. Observation on 12/19/22 at 12:21 P.M. of Resident #16 in her room revealed a plastic drinking glass sitting on her dresser. Inside the plastic cup was a vacutainer needle with safety cover not secured over exposed needle. Interview on 12/19/22 at 12:21 P.M. with Resident #16 stated she had blood drawn and the staff left the needle in her room beside her bed on the bedside table. Resident #16 further stated she picked up the needle and placed it in the cup for the nurse to pick up when she saw her again. Interview on 12/19/22 at 12:30 P.M. with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #49 verified the presence of the used needle in Resident #16's room. LPN #16 stated the laboratory staff must have left the used needle at Resident #16's bedside after drawing the residents blood this morning. LPN #16 stated the used needle should have been placed in the sharp's container. Review of the facility policy titled Infectious Regulated Waste Disposal dated 11/01/17 revealed the facility failed to implement the policy as written. The policy states immediately after use, sharps shall be disposed of in closable, puncture resistant, disposable containers that are leak-proof on the sides and bottom and are labeled or color-coded. This deficiency represents non-compliance investigated under Complaint Number OH00135647. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 365277 If continuation sheet Page 5 of 5

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Citations

12 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.

  • 0677GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    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.

  • 0761GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F761 - Labeling of Drugs and Biologicals

    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.

  • 0880GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F880 - Infection Control

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

  • 0004GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

  • 0039GeneralS&S Cno actual harm

    Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

  • 0222GeneralS&S Fpotential 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.

  • 0291GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

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

  • 0324GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

  • 0345GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

  • 0521GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

  • 0914GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    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.

  • 0920GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    F920 - Dining and Resident Activities

    Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

FAQ · About this visit

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What happened during the December 29, 2022 survey of BRADFORD PLACE CARE CENTER?

This was a inspection survey of BRADFORD PLACE CARE CENTER on December 29, 2022. The surveyor cited 12 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at BRADFORD PLACE CARE CENTER on December 29, 2022?

Yes, 12 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable."

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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