F 0554
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation, medical record review, staff and resident interview, and review of facility policies, the
facility failed to assess a resident to determine their appropriateness for self-administering medications.
This affected one (#42) of five residents reviewed for unnecessary medications. The facility identified no
current residents assessed as able to self-administer their medications. The census was 49.
Residents Affected - Few
Findings include:
Review of Resident #42's medical record revealed an admission date of 01/05/21. Diagnoses included
unspecified dementia with behavioral disturbances, dry eye syndrome of the unspecified lacrimal gland,
spinal stenosis, major depression, acute kidney failure, paranoid personality disorder, and delusional
disorders.
Review of the most recently completed Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 12/02/21, revealed
Resident #42 had intact cognition.
Review of Resident #42's comprehensive care plan, last reviewed on 10/18/21, revealed no care plan for
Resident #42 to self-administer medications.
Review of a physician order dated 12/03/21 revealed Resident #42 was ordered the eye moistening
medication Systane (polyethylene glycol 400 0.4% and propylene glycol 0.3%) eye drops to administer two
drops in each eye twice daily as needed. There were no directions in the physician order to indicate
Resident #42 as able to self-administer the medication or the medication could be kept with the resident.
Review of Resident #42's medical record revealed no documented evidence of Resident #42 being
assessed by the interdisciplinary team to determine if she was clinically able to self-administer her Systane
eye drops.
Observation on 12/19/21 at 11:08 A.M. revealed Resident #42 sitting in her room at the side of the bed.
Further observation revealed two boxes of Systane eye drops on her over the bed table with one box
opened and the other box sealed. Interview with Resident #42 at this time stated she was having dry eyes
and the physician recently ordered the eye drops to treat her condition. Resident #42 verified she was
administering the eye drops by herself.
Subsequent observations on 12/19/21 at 4:38 P.M., on 12/20/21 at 8:38 A.M., at 10:28 A.M., and at 12:21
P.M. revealed Resident #42 remained with both boxes of Systane eye drops on her over the bed table in her
room.
(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 9
Event ID:
365387
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
365387
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/21/2021
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Briar Hill Health Campus
600 Sterling Dr
North Baltimore, OH 45872
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 0554
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Interview on 12/20/21 at 10:29 A.M. with Resident #42 stated she had been administering the Systane eye
drops four times each day with doses given in the morning, before noon, in the afternoon, and at bedtime.
Resident #42 stated she told the nurses when she gave herself the eye drops but did not document the
medication being administered any where. Resident #42 stated no one talked to her about how often she
should administer it, where she should store the medication, or any side effects of taking the medication.
Residents Affected - Few
Interview on 12/20/21 at 1:13 P.M. with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #536 verified Resident #42 was
self-administering her Systane eye drops but was not aware exactly how often Resident #42 was
administering the eye drops. LPN #536 stated she knew Resident #42 was administering the eye drops at
least twice daily because the nurses administered different eye drops to Resident #42 twice each day and
Resident #42 would indicate she gave herself the Systane eye drops at that time. LPN #536 was not aware
if Resident #42 was ever assessed to determine if she was able to self-administer medications.
Observation on 12/20/21 at 1:30 P.M. of Resident #42's bedroom, with LPN #536, revealed both boxes of
Systane eye drops remained on her over the bed table. One box was opened and the other remained
sealed. LPN #536 verified the Systane eye drops on Resident #42's over the bed table were the eye drops
she was self-administering.
Interview on 12/20/21 at 1:37 P.M. with Director of Nursing (DON) stated the facility had an assessment
they completed with any resident who was self-administering medications but she was not aware of any
resident in the nursing home who were currently self-administering medications. DON stated the resident
would need to be assessed on how to read and follow medication instructions and if they were physically
and mentally able to administer the medication. DON verified Resident #42 was not assessed for
self-administration of her Systane eye drops.
Review of a facility policy titled Medication Administration General Guidelines, revised November 2018,
revealed residents are allowed to self-administer medications when specifically authorized by the attending
physician and in accordance with procedures for self-administration of medications.
Review of a facility policy titled Guidelines for Self-Administration of Medications, dated 05/22/18, revealed
residents requesting to self-medicate or has self-medication as part of their plan of care shall be assessed
using the facility's self administration of medication assessment within the electronic health record. The
resident and/or family/responsible party will be informed of the results of the assessment and whether the
resident has been determined to safely self-administer medications. The medication will be kept in a locked
drawer in the resident's room. The resident may be supplied with a medication administration record (MAR)
to record administration if desired. periodic verification of administration compliance will be observed by
nursing staff. A self-administration care plan will be initiated and updated as indicated.
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
365387
If continuation sheet
Page 2 of 9
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
365387
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/21/2021
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Briar Hill Health Campus
600 Sterling Dr
North Baltimore, OH 45872
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 0584
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited
to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Based on resident interview, observation, staff interview, and review of facility policy, the facility failed to
maintain a clean and sanitary environment. This affected two (#32 and #44) of 24 residents reviewed for
environment. The facility census was 49.
Findings include:
Review of the medical record for Resident #32 revealed ad admission date of 11/03/21. Diagnoses included
COVID-19, cerebral infarction (stroke), type II diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD),
and major depressive disorder. Additional review of the quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment,
dated 11/26/21, revealed Resident #32 was cognitively intact, required supervision with toilet use, and was
always continent of bowel and bladder.
Review of the medical record for Resident #44 revealed an admission date of 09/12/21. Diagnoses included
wedge compression fracture of the second and fourth lumbar vertebra, heart disease, end stage renal
disease, type II diabetes, difficulty walking, lack of coordination, and muscle weakness. Additional review of
the quarterly MDS assessment, dated 11/27/21, revealed Resident #44 was severely cognitively impaired,
required extensive assistance with toilet use, was occasionally incontinent of bladder, and always continent
of bowel.
Interview on 12/19/21 at 10:58 A.M. of Resident #32 revealed her bathroom had not been cleaned yet
today. Resident #32 stated she was able to use the bathroom without assistance, but the toilet was always
dirty and had something smeared all over it. Resident #32 stated she shared the bathroom with Resident
#44. Observation of Resident #32's bathroom at the time of the interview revealed a small garbage can
sitting to the left of the toilet. The garbage can was full. There was an unknown reddish-brown substance
smeared on the back of the toilet seat and a quarter sized black spot dried on interior of the toilet bowl.
Observations on 12/19/21 from 1:30 P.M. through 4:30 P.M. revealed the garbage in Resident #32's
bathroom had been emptied, but the toilet had not been cleaned.
Observation on 12/20/21 at 9:50 A.M. of Resident #32's bathroom revealed the toilet continued to have a
reddish-brown substance smeared on the back of the toilet seat and the quarter sized dried black
substance on the interior of the toilet remained.
Interview at the time of the observation on 12/20/21 at 9:50 A.M. with Environmental Services Associate
(ESA) #568 revealed resident rooms were to be cleaned daily, including the bathroom. ESA #568 stated
staff did not have checklists and just knew what needed to be done based on daily assignment area. ESA
#568 verified there was an unknown substance on Resident #32's toilet. ESA #568 stated staff were aware
the toilet was frequently dirty and she tried to check Resident #32's bathroom each day before she left at
the end of her shift. ESA #568 verified both Resident #32 and Resident #44 utilized that bathroom.
Interview on 12/21/21 at 6:56 A.M. with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #564 revealed Resident #32 was
independent with toilet use, but Resident #44 required staff assistance with using the restroom.
Review of facility policy titled Room Cleaning - Health Center Rooms, revised 06/23/20, revealed
(continued on next page)
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
365387
If continuation sheet
Page 3 of 9
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
365387
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/21/2021
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Briar Hill Health Campus
600 Sterling Dr
North Baltimore, OH 45872
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 0584
resident rooms were cleaned daily, including cleaning and disinfecting bathrooms.
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:
365387
If continuation sheet
Page 4 of 9
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
365387
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/21/2021
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Briar Hill Health Campus
600 Sterling Dr
North Baltimore, OH 45872
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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, medical record review, and staff interview, the facility failed to monitor for edema and ensure
non-pharmaceutical interventions were implemented to minimize the occurrence of lower extremity edema
for one (#36) of 24 residents reviewed for timely care and treatment. The facility census was 49.
Residents Affected - Few
Findings include:
Review of the medical record for Resident #36 revealed an admission to the facility on [DATE]. Diagnoses
included Alzheimer's disease, dementia, type 2 diabetes mellitus, liver disease, anemia, hyperlipidemia,
benign prostatic hyperplasia, COVID-19, peripheral vascular disease, hypertension, depression, and history
of acute kidney failure.
Review of the most current Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 11/25/21, identified the resident
with moderately impaired cognition, requires staff supervision for the completion of activities of daily living,
utilizes a wheel chair for mobility, frequently incontinent of bladder, continent of bowel, and receives a
diuretic medication daily.
Review of the physician orders revealed orders dated 10/16/19 for the diuretic hydrochlorothiazide 25
milligrams (mg) once daily. On 12/13/21 the physician ordered the diuretic hydralazine 20 mg three times
daily.
Review of plan of care implemented 03/18/20 addressed the resident's administration of a diuretic
medication. On 11/27/21 the plan of care was reviewed and revised with interventions including: observe
cardiovascular system and fluid status to determine effectiveness of diuretic therapy (e.g., edema, jugular
vein distention, mental confusion, shortness of breath, abnormal breath sounds, abnormal heart sounds),
administer medications in accordance with physician orders, observe and report effectiveness as needed.
There were no interventions to prevent/decrease edema other than the diuretic use.
Review of the nursing progress notes did not revealed Resident #36 was being assessed for the presence
of edema, or was experiencing any edema.
Observation on 12/19/21 at 10:17 A.M. revealed Resident #36 in his room seated in a wheelchair with his
feet to the floor. Interview at this time, Resident #36 asked What are they doing about the swelling in my
feet and legs? He then lifted his pant legs exposing the bilateral lower extremities. The resident's sport
socks were constricting both ankles with approximately 3+ edema to the bilateral lower extremities.
including the lower legs/calves.
Interview on 12/20/21 at 10:55 A.M., Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #570 revealed no knowledge
Resident #36 had bilateral lower extremity edema. Observation with LPN #570 at the time of the interview
noted LPN #570 to assess Resident #36 with 3+ edema to both lower extremities extending up from both
feet to the lower legs. LPN#570 confirmed there was no information contained in the medical record
documenting Resident #36 was being assessed for any edema and verified no interventions were in place
to prevent or decrease any edema.
Interview on 12/20/21 at 11:09 A.M. the Director of Nursing verified Resident #36 had no additional
interventions in place to address bilateral lower extremity edema other than diuretic medications.
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
365387
If continuation sheet
Page 5 of 9
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
365387
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/21/2021
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Briar Hill Health Campus
600 Sterling Dr
North Baltimore, OH 45872
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 0687
Provide appropriate foot care.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, medical record review, resident interview, and staff interview, the facility failed to follow up with
a physician for treatment of fungal infection on the toe nails for one (#24) of 24 residents reviewed for
comprehensive foot care. The facility census was 49.
Residents Affected - Few
Findings include:
Review of the record for Resident #24 revealed an admission to the facility on [DATE]. Diagnoses included
metabolic encephalopathy, urinary tract infection, acute kidney failure, dysphasia, atrial fibrillation, chronic
kidney disease, major depression, dementia, cerebral vascular disease, and hypertension.
Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 11/15/21, Resident #24 was alert, able to
make needs known, dependent on staff for the completion of activities of daily living, and at risk for skin
breakdown with no concerns listed.
Review of a physician clinical note dated 12/01/21 documented Resident #24 with multiple toenails with
fungal infection. The clinical note lacked documentation implementing a treatment for the infection.
Interview on 12/19/21 at 9:59 A.M., Resident #24 stated her physician discovered toe nail fungus to both
great toes and no treatment has been implemented. The resident further stated Having fungus on my body
is disgusting. Resident #24 stated she wanted the condition resolved.
Observation on 12/20/21 at 7:46 A.M. Resident #24 was noted in bed with State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA)
#575 providing morning hygiene. Resident #24's feet were exposed with her bilateral great toenails noted to
have the presence of a yellow substance. Interview with STNA #575 at the time of the observation verified
the presence of the yellow substance.
Interview on 12/20/21 at 8:05 A.M., STNA #508 revealed Resident #24's toe condition was reported to a
nurse.
Interview on 12/20/21 at 10:45 A.M., Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #570 revealed she was unaware
Resident #24 was discovered with toenail fungus and confirmed no treatment had been initiated.
Interview on 12/20/21 at 1:58 P.M., the Director of Nursing (DON) confirmed Resident #24 was assessed
with a fungus infection to the toe nails and no treatment was noted. The DON verified nursing did not
follow-up to obtain a treatment for the fungus infection.
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
365387
If continuation sheet
Page 6 of 9
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
365387
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/21/2021
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Briar Hill Health Campus
600 Sterling Dr
North Baltimore, OH 45872
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
medical record review, observation, staff interview, and review of Safety Data Sheet, the facility failed to
ensure hazardous chemicals on the 100-Hall of the facility were secured. This had the potential to affect
one resident (#251) residing on the 100-Hall, and identified by the facility as being cognitively impaired and
independently mobile. The facility census was 49.
Findings include:
Review of the medical record revealed Resident #251 was admitted on [DATE]. Diagnoses included
COVID-19, altered mental status, dementia with behavioral disturbance, and schizoaffective disorder.
Review of the admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 12/13/21, revealed Resident #251
was severely cognitively impaired.
Observation on 12/19/21 at 10:11 A.M. of the soiled linen room located next to the shower room on the
100-Hall revealed the door was not locked. Inside the soiled linen room was a cabinet hanging on the wall.
A sign posted on the cabinet stated not to leave the key in the lock. Further observation revealed the
cabinet was not locked and a key was hanging on the side of the cabinet. Inside the unlocked cabinet were
bottles of disinfectant cleaner approximately half-full , one bottle of deodorizer approximately three-quarter
full , and three full eight ounce bottles of personal cleanser.
Interview on 12/19/21 at 10:38 A.M. with Life Enrichment Director (LED) #549 verified both the door to the
soiled linen closet and the cabinet inside of the closet were unlocked. LED #549 locked the cabinet, verified
it was supposed to be locked and she would remind the staff of this.
Observations on 12/20/21 from 8:10 A.M. through 9:50 A.M. of the soiled linen closet on the 100-Hall
revealed the door to the soiled linen closet and the cabinet holding the chemicals in the closet was
unlocked.
Interview on 12/20/21 at 9:50 A.M. with Environmental Services Associate (ESA) #568 revealed the door to
the soiled linen closet did not have a lock. ESA #568 verified the cabinet inside of the soiled linen closet
was unlocked and held chemicals that were accessible to residents.
Interview on 12/20/21 at 9:55 A.M. with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #536 revealed Resident #251 was
a new admission to the facility from the assisted living. LPN #536 stated Resident #256 moved to the facility
due to increased confusion and forgetfulness.
Review of the Safety Data Sheet, issue date 01/11/18, for the disinfectant cleaner revealed the disinfectant
was harmful if swallowed and caused severe skin burns and eye damage. Additional review revealed the
disinfectant should be kept in locked storage.
Review of the Safety Data Sheet, Revision E, for the personal cleanser revealed the cleanser was harmful if
swallowed, caused serious eye irritation and damage.
Review of the Safety Data Sheet, undated, for the deodorizer, revealed the deodorizer caused serious eye
damage or eye irritation.
(continued on next page)
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
365387
If continuation sheet
Page 7 of 9
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
365387
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/21/2021
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Briar Hill Health Campus
600 Sterling Dr
North Baltimore, OH 45872
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
The facility identified Resident #251 to be the only resident on the 100-Hall who was independently mobile
and had cognitive impairment.
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:
365387
If continuation sheet
Page 8 of 9
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
365387
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/21/2021
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Briar Hill Health Campus
600 Sterling Dr
North Baltimore, OH 45872
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 - Many
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve
food in accordance with professional standards.
Based on observation, staff interview, and review of a facility policy, the facility failed to properly store foods
and maintain the kitchen in a sanitary manner. This affected all 49 residents in the facility who the facility
identified as receiving food from the kitchen.
Findings include:
Observation of the facility kitchen on 12/19/21 at 9:45 A.M. revealed pre-sliced deli meats stored in a plastic
bin on the bottom shelf of the walk in refrigerator. Inside the plastic bin revealed opened bags of bologna,
corned beef, pepperoni, ham, and turkey which were placed inside plastic zip sealed bags inside the plastic
bin. The bag of ham had a slimy liquid covering the bag. Further inspection revealed a slimy liquid covered
all the bags of meat inside the plastic bin and a bag of sliced bologna was noted to not be fully sealed and
leaking the slimy liquid. Observation of a food label sticker placed on the bag of bologna revealed a used by
date of 11/28/21. A second bag of bologna inside the plastic bin had a food label sticker with a used by date
of 12/13/21.
Interview on 12/19/21 at 9:49 A.M. with Director of Food Services (DFS) #531 stated the used by dates
should be seven days from when the food item was opened. DFS #531 verified the bologna was outside the
used by dates. DFS #531 also confirmed the slimy liquid all over each bag of pre-sliced meat and threw the
meat away.
Additional observation of the walk in refrigerator on 12/19/21 at 9:52 A.M., after hand washing was
completed, revealed a green metal rack which had salad dressings stored on the top shelf. Closer
inspection of the metal grates and the underside of the shelf revealed a grayish-white fuzzy growth along
the length of the metal shelf and between the grates directing under the bottles of salad dressing. Located
under the top metal shelf were open boxes of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Observation of the walk in freezer on 12/19/21 at 9:56 A.M. revealed a bag of opened French fries which
were not properly sealed and exposed to the elements in the freezer, five breaded chicken tenders that
were laying loose inside a plastic bin with other sealed meats, and a breaded meat patty that was also
laying loose inside a separate plastic bin which contained other meats in the sealed packages.
Interview on 12/19/21 at 10:02 A.M. with DFS #531 stated she was not sure when the last time the walk in
refrigerator was deep cleaned but estimated it was around a month ago. DFS #531 verified the
grayish-white fuzzy growth on the length of the top shelf and stated it was most likely mold growth from
spilled food items. DFS #531 then observed the open bag of French fries and the two plastic bins in the
freezer that contained the loose breaded meat tenders and patty and confirmed they should have been
secured and stored in containers of some kind and not left open to air.
Review of a facility policy titled Food Labeling and Dating Policy, dated 03/18/19, revealed any food product
removed from its original container, has a broken seal, or has been processed in any way must have a
label. The food label must have the item name, the date and time the food was labeled, the use by date,
initials of the person labeling the item, and securely cover the food item.
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
365387
If continuation sheet
Page 9 of 9