F 0567
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on financial records, Personal Needs Account Procedures review and staff interviews the facility
failed to ensure resident care needs account was in an interest-bearing account. In addition, none of the 12
residents or their representatives signed an authorization form for the facility to handle their personal care
need accounts. This affected all 12 (#36, #11, #5, #29, #7, #15, #14, #13, #42, #44, #34 and #33) residents
personal care need accounts which the facility is representative payee. The census was 52.
Residents Affected - Some
Findings include:
Review of Resident #36, #11 and #7's monthly bank statements for their personal care needs account
revealed the accounts are in a checking account with a local bank. The account does not bear any interest.
Interview on 10/16/23 at 2:30 P.M., with Business Office Manager #159 confirmed all 12 personal care
need accounts (#36, #11, #5, #29, #7, #15, #14, #13, #42, #44, #34 and #33) are at the local bank, in a
checking account that does not bear interest. She confirmed she does not have a personal care need
account authorization form signed by each resident or their representatives.
Interview on 10/17/23 at 9:00 A.M., with the Administrator confirmed the 12 resident accounts that they are
payee representatives for are in a checking account and was unaware the accounts were not bearing
interest.
Review of the undated procedure titled Personal Needs Account Procedures, revealed no information about
interest bearing accounts.
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
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0568
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing
home.
Based on financial record reviews, resident interviews and staff interviews, the facility failed to ensure
residents receive a quarterly statement for their personal care need account. This affected 12 (#36, #11,
#5, #29, #7, #15, #14, #13, #42, #44, #34 and #33) of 12 residents with personal care need accounts. The
census was 52.
Findings include:
Interview on 10/15/23 from 10:00 A.M. to 10:15 A.M., with with Resident #13 and Resident #14 revealed
they do not receive a statement for her personal care need account.
Review of the excel sheet from 10/23/22 to 10/03/23 for Resident #7, #11, #33, #36, and #44 revealed it is
not an official statement for the personal care need account or a bank statement for each resident. The
excel sheet does not have the resident's name or account number, or interest earned on it.
Interview on 10/16/23 at 2:30 P.M., with Business Office Manager #159 confirmed the facility receives
monthly checking account statements for Resident (#36, #11, #5, #29, #7, #15, #14, #13, #42, #44, #34
and #33) personal care needs accounts and the statements are filed in the business office. Business Office
Manager #159 stated the statements are reviewed and transforms the information from the bank statement
onto an excel sheet for easy review. Business Office Manager #159 stated she gives the resident a copy of
the excel sheets every two months.
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365676
B. Wing
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0569
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on financial record reviews and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure residents who are insured
by Medicaid do not exceed $2,000.00 in their personal care needs accounts. This affected three Medicaid
residents (#7, #11 and #36) of three accounts reviewed with funds above the $2,000.00 limit. The census
was 52.
Residents Affected - Few
Findings include:
Review of Resident #7's Checking Account Bank Statement and excel sheet revealed a balance of
$5,140.52 as of 10/11/23. A notification of spend letter was not available.
Review of Resident #11's Checking Account Bank Statement and excel sheet revealed a balance of
$4,008.79. as of 10/11/23. A notification of spend letter was not available.
Review of Resident #36's Checking Account Bank Statement and excel sheet revealed a balance of
$4,777.46 as of 10/3/23. A Spin Down notification letter was sent to Resident
#36 representative on 04/05/23.
Interview on 10/16/23 at 2:30 P.M., with Business Office Manager #159 stated the families or guardians
have been notified of the account balances, however, the balances remain above the Medicaid amount.
She was not aware Residents #7, #11 and #36 could be ineligible for their Medicaid benefits because of
their account balances for Resident #7 and #11.
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(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
365676
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/19/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0578
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to
participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
record review, policy review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure a residents code status was
accurately reflected in the medical record. This affected one (#10) of two residents reviewed for advanced
directives. The facility census was 52.
Findings include
Review of the medical record for the Resident #10 revealed an admission date of 03/03/18. Diagnoses
included chronic atrial fibrillation, cerebral infarction, cognitive deficit, and dysphagia.
Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #10 was cognitively
impaired with a BIMS of 3 and required extensive assistance of one to two staff members for bed mobility
and transfers.
Review of the code status sheet signed by the physician dated 03/02/18 revealed Resident #10 was code
status DNRCC-A. This was documented in the paper medical record.
Review of physician orders dated 03/14/22 identified orders for resident code status of DNRCC in the
electronic medical record.
Review of the plan of care dated 04/05/23 revealed Resident #10 had a code status of DNRCC-Arrest
which includes providing care up until the point of a cardiac arrest.
Interview on 10/16/23 at 5:47 P.M., with the Director of Nursing (DON) confirmed Resident #10's electronic
medical record had DNRCC listed as active code status. DON also confirmed Resident #10's paper chart
had DNRCC-A listed as the code status and included the signed DNR paperwork from the physician stating
code status was DNRCC-A. DON reviewed paper record and electronic record and revealed it switched
some time from March 2022 to September 2022 according to the documentation and mention in notes,
orders, and care conferences.
Review of the undated policy titled, Advanced Directives, revealed advanced directives were legal
documents to protect the rights of the residents. The policy revealed the chart would include evidence of
code status if they were on file.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
365676
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/19/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0582
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
staff interview, record review and policy review, the facility failed to ensure beneficiary notices were
provided prior to a reduction of skilled services. This affected one (#206) of two residents reviewed for
beneficiary notices. The facility census was 52.
Residents Affected - Few
Findings include
1. Review of the medical record for the Resident #206 revealed an admission date of 06/10/23 and
discharge on [DATE]. Diagnoses included surgical aftercare, diabetes, heart failure, arthritis and dyspnea.
Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #206 was cognitively
intact and required supervision assist with mobility and transfers.
Interview on 10/17/23 at 1:25 P.M., with Social Services #120 revealed Resident #206 went to a physician
appointment and was informed his skilled services could end. Resident #206 was not provided with Notice
of Medicare noncoverage (NOMNC) prior to discharge in case he wanted to appeal the decrease in
services. The facility was unable to provide evidence this was a resident initiated discharge and was unable
to provide evidence this notice was provided timely.
Review of the undated policy titled, Advanced Beneficiary Notice of Non-coverage (ABN), revealed facility
was required to provide ABN when Medicare was not likely to provide coverage in specific areas. The policy
explained what ABN's were and how to fill them out. The policy did not cover the Notice of medicare
non-coverage (NOMNC).
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
365676
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/19/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0609
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper
authorities.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
medical record review, resident interview, staff interview, statement reviews, and policy review, the facility
failed to report an alleged allegation of abuse, neglect, and misappropriation to the state agency. This
affected one (#21) of one resident reviewed for abuse/neglect. The facility census was 52.
Findings include:
Review of the medical record for Resident #21 revealed an admission date of 09/21/22. Diagnoses included
end stage renal disease, diabetes, legal blindness, cerebral infarct, weakness, vascular disease.
Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #21 was cognitively
intact with a BIMS of 15 and required extensive assistance of two staff members for bed mobility and was
totally dependent for transfers.
Review of the plan of care dated 06/22/23 revealed Resident #21 had an activities of daily living (ADL)
self-care performance deficit and required assistance for bathing and transfers. Residents care plan did not
include any evidence of behaviors or making accusatory towards staff.
Review of the incident investigation dated 07/31/23 revealed Resident #21 was being transferred by two
staff using the Hoyer lift for a shower and the resident sustained a skin tear that started to bleed. The nurse
was notified and assessed the area of impairment. The report revealed that the incident occurred on
07/31/23 around 4:20-4:30 P.M.
Review of skin assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident was found to have a skin tear measuring six
inches to the right outer lower extremity. The skin tear was cleansed with normal saline and covered with
dry ABD pad.
Review of a statement from State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA) #111 dated 07/31/23 revealed she was getting
Resident #21 ready for a shower and when she rolled in bed to apply the for the Hoyer sling, STNA #111
saw the resident had a skin tear.
Review of a statement from Resident #21 dated 08/01/23 revealed Resident #21 reported concerns rough
care during a transfer with the Hoyer for shower care. Resident #21 reported, her leg started hurting and
stated ouch that hurts, and they kept going, Resident #21 reported her leg was bleeding and even bled
onto her bedding that needed changed later that night. Resident #21 reported they should stop letting her
work with people, she is rough and hurts and pays no attention. Resident #21 revealed she did not feel it
occurred on purpose, but STNA #111 had hurt her three times, in separate incidents with the lift.
Review of an undated statement from STNA #143 revealed she never saw roughness and did not hear the
resident say stop. STNA #143 revealed STNA #111 noted the skin tear and informed her and Resident #21.
STNA #143 denied STNA #111, or any staff were rough with care.
Interview on 10/16/23 at 10:45 A.M., with Resident #21, when asked about abuse and neglect, Resident
#21 reported an incident that occurred from rough care several weeks ago. She reported staff were
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
365676
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/19/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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 0609
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
rough with transfers and it resulted to a wound on her leg. Resident #21 revealed she told management she
did not want STNA (#111) working with her anymore and confirmed facility honored her wishes.
Interview on 10/16/23 at 5:40 P.M., with the Director of Nursing (DON) revealed Resident #21 obtained a
skin tear during a Hoyer transfer.
Residents Affected - Few
Interview on 10/17/23 at 1:43 P.M., with DON confirmed no Self-Reported Incident was filed to the state
reporting agency for abuse neglect or rough care as they completed their own internal investigation over
the next few days and determined it was not abuse and staff denied being rough with care.
Review of the undated policy titled Policy and Procedure on Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation and
Misappropriation of Resident Property, revealed the facility Administrator or designee shall report all
allegations of abuse or neglect to the Ohio Department of Health. It revealed Residents can come anytime
to staff with concerns related to abuse, neglect, or concerns about a resident's injury.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
365676
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/19/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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 0610
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
record review, resident interview, statement review, staff interview and review policy, the facility failed to
complete a thorough investigation for an alleged allegation of abuse, neglect, and misappropriation. This
affected one (#21) of one resident reviewed for abuse/neglect. The facility census was 52.
Residents Affected - Few
Findings include:
Review of the medical record for Resident #21 revealed an admission date of 09/21/22. Diagnoses included
end stage renal disease, diabetes, legal blindness, cerebral infarct, weakness, vascular disease.
Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #21 was cognitively
intact with a BIMS of 15 and required extensive assistance of two staff members for bed mobility and was
totally dependent for transfers.
Review of the plan of care dated 06/22/23 revealed Resident #21 had an activities of daily living (ADL)
self-care performance deficit and required assistance for bathing and transfers. Residents care plan did not
include any evidence of behaviors or making accusatory towards staff.
Review of the incident investigation dated 07/31/23 revealed Resident #21 was being transferred by two
staff using the Hoyer lift for a shower and the resident sustained a skin tear that started to bleed. The nurse
was notified and assessed the area of impairment. The report revealed that the incident occurred on
07/31/23 around 4:20-4:30 P.M.
Review of skin assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident was found to have a skin tear measuring six
inches to the right outer lower extremity. The skin tear was cleansed with normal saline and covered with
dry ABD pad.
Review of a statement from State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA) #111 dated 07/31/23 revealed she was getting
Resident #21 ready for a shower and when she rolled in bed to apply the for the Hoyer sling, STNA #111
saw the resident had a skin tear.
Review of a statement from Resident #21 dated 08/01/23 revealed Resident #21 reported concerns rough
care during a transfer with the Hoyer for shower care. Resident #21 reported, her leg started hurting and
stated ouch that hurts, and they kept going, Resident #21 reported her leg was bleeding and even bled
onto her bedding that needed changed later that night. Resident #21 reported they should stop letting her
work with people, she is rough and hurts and pays no attention. Resident #21 revealed she did not feel it
occurred on purpose, but STNA #111 had hurt her three times, in separate incidents with the lift.
Review of an undated statement from STNA #143 revealed she never saw roughness and did not hear the
resident say stop. STNA #143 revealed STNA #111 noted the skin tear and informed her and Resident #21.
STNA #143 denied STNA #111, or any staff were rough with care.
Review of a statement dated 07/31/23 from seven residents revealed no concerns. One resident mentioned
STNA #111 talks loudly to her but thought it may be because her mind was slipping.
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(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
365676
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0610
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Review of abuse/neglect allegation investigation revealed the incident occurred on 07/31/23. STNA #111
was interviewed regarding the incident (injury) on 07/31/23 and seven other residents were interviewed
about care from STNA #111. Resident #21 reported the allegation of abuse/rough care on 08/01/23 and
staff completed a resident statement that was unsigned by Resident #21. STNA #143 had an undated and
unsigned statement related to the incident. The investigation did not include evidence of what questions
were asked of the additional residents on the hall and did not include skin assessments of residents or
education on the abuse and neglect policy and procedures and/or safety during Hoyer transfers for either
staff involved.
Interview on 10/16/23 at 10:45 A.M., with Resident #21, when asked about abuse and neglect, Resident
#21 reported an incident that occurred from rough care several weeks ago. She reported staff were rough
with transfers and it resulted to a wound on her leg. Resident #21 revealed she told management she did
not want STNA (#111) working with her anymore and confirmed facility honored her wishes.
Interview on 10/16/23 at 5:40 P.M., with the Director of Nursing (DON) revealed Resident #21 obtained a
skin tear during a Hoyer transfer.
Interview on 10/17/23 at 1:43 P.M., with DON confirmed no Self-Reported Incident was filed to the state
reporting agency for abuse neglect or rough care as they completed their own internal investigation over
the next few days and determined it was not abuse and staff denied being rough with care. The DON
confirmed facility completed their own internal investigation over the next few days and determined it was
not abuse and revealed staff denied being rough with care.
Interview on 10/17/23 at 5:35 P.M., with DON revealed STNA #111 was sent home after the incident
occurred around 4:45 P.M. and was asked not to work the next day. She revealed the date of 08/01/23 on
Resident #21's interview may have been an error as they started the investigation on 07/31/23.
Interview on 10/17/23 at 5:40 P.M., with Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) #127 who completed the
interviews revealed the date/time on Resident #21's interview (08/01/23 at 9:45 A.M.) was incorrect as she
interviewed Resident #21 and the additional residents on the same day as the incident. LPN #127 revealed
staff timecard showed STNA #111 was present for the entirety of the shift on 07/31/23 and on 08/01/23 and
08/02/23. LPN #127 was unsure why the timecard had her clocked in for full days.
Interview on 10/17/23 at 6:18 P.M., with DON revealed she spoke with STNA #111 and confirmed STNA
#111 completed her whole shift on 07/31/23 and Resident #21 made the allegation on 08/01/23 morning
shift and that was when the investigation began. She revealed STNA #111 came in that day and was sent
home prior to clocking in and was told to be off with pay on 08/01/23 and 08/02/23. DON also revealed she
spoke with LPN #127 and revealed her interviews actually occurred on 08/01/23 and were incorrectly
dated. DON confirmed she did not have a second interview statement from STNA #111 after the allegation
of rough care was made.
Interview on 10/18/23 at 4:47 P.M., with STNA #111 revealed she arrived to work on 08/01/23 and was
informed of the allegation and informed she needed to take off 08/01/23 and 08/02/23 and revealed she
was not asked to provide an updated statement related to resident's allegations. Staff also revealed she
was not educated on safety transfers, Hoyer lifts, or abuse and neglect after the incident occurred.
Review of the undated policy titled Policy and Procedure on Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation and
Misappropriation of Resident Property, revealed the facility shall investigate all alleged violations. It
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
365676
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/19/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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 0610
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
revealed Residents can come at any time to staff with concerns related to abuse, neglect, or concerns
about a resident's injury. The policy revealed facility shall prevent and identify abuse including inappropriate
behaviors such as rough handling of residents. The policy revealed all allegations should be investigated
thoroughly. Residents and involved staff should provide witness statements, observation of staff and
resident behaviors during the investigation, and environmental considerations.
Residents Affected - Few
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
365676
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/19/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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 0623
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman,
before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
medical record review, review of facility communication emails, review of policy, and staff interview, the
facility failed to notify the Ombudsman when residents were transferred/discharged from the facility. This
affected two (#52 and #53) of two residents reviewed for discharge home. The facility census was 52.
Findings include:
1. Review of the medical record for Resident # 52 revealed an admission date of 04/14/23, with no cognitive
deficits. Diagnoses included seizures, aortic stenosis. hyperlipidemia and chronic pulmonary embolism.
Resident #52 was discharged home on [DATE].
2. Review of the medical record for Resident #53 revealed an admission date of 05/17/23 with no cognitive
deficits. Diagnoses include chronic anemia, hiatal hernia, deep vein thrombosis and atrial fibrillation.
Resident #53 was discharged to a long term care facility on 08/25/23.
Review of the Social Service Designee #120 notification emails to the Ombudsman Office from 10/01/22 to
10/17/23, revealed the Ombudsman Office was not notified when Resident #52 was discharged home and
when Resident #53 was transferred to a long new term care center.
Interview on 10/18/23 at 1:59 P.M., with the Social Service Designee #120 confirmed she did not notify the
Ombudsman Office of the discharge home for Resident #52 and the transfer of Resident #53.
Review of the undated policy titled, Discharge Plan of Care revealed the policy did not include information
to notify the Ombudsman Office of discharges or transfers of residents.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
365676
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/19/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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 0656
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and
actions that can be measured.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
medical record review and staff interview, the facility failed to have a care plan for a psychotropic
medication. This affected one (#305) of five residents reviewed for unnecessary medications. The facility
census was 52.
Findings include:
Review of Resident #305's medical record revealed he was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with a
diagnoses of hemiplegia and hemiparesis following nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage affecting right
dominant side, aphasia and dysphasia following cerebral hemorrhage, atrial fibrillation, encounter for
attention to gastrostomy.
Review of the Minimal Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #305 was cognitively
impaired and required extensive assistance of one to two staff for all activities of daily living.
Review of the physician orders for October 2023 revealed Resident #305 was ordered an antidepressant
Prozac HCl Capsule 10 milligrams (mg), give one capsule via Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy
(peg-tube) in the evening for depression. Physician ordered Lorazepam Solution (Ativan) mg/milliliters (ml),
inject 0.5 ml intramuscularly as needed for seizures, call on call doctor when used for further instructions.
Review of Resident #305's care plans dated 07/25/23 revealed no plan of care for the use of psychotropic
medication.
Interview on 10/18/23 at 10:00 A.M., with the Director of Nursing (DON) confirmed there was no care plan
for psychotropic medication in Resident #305's plans of care.
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AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
365676
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/19/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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 0661
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the
time of a planned discharge.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
medical record review, staff interviews and policy review, the facility failed to ensure a recapitulation of the
resident's stay was provided when residents were discharge from the facility This affected two (#52 and
#53) of two residents reviewed for discharged . The census was 52.
Findings include:
1. Review of the medical record for Resident #52 revealed an admission date of 04/14/23, with no cognitive
deficits. Diagnoses included seizures, aortic stenosis, hyperlipidemia and chronic pulmonary embolism.
Resident #52 was discharged home on [DATE].
Review of Resident #52's Discharge Summary Sheet (one page) revealed no recapitulation of Resident
#52 care at the facility. There were two pages to a Discharge Summary Report, Resident #52 did not
receive a complete Discharge Summary Report when Resident #52 was discharged home on [DATE].
Interview on 10/17/23 at 11: 37 A.M., with Social Service Designee #120 confirmed the facility does not
have evidence of a Discharge Summary Report or a recapitulation for Residents # 52.
2. Review of the medical record for Resident #53 revealed an admission date of 05/17/23, with no cognitive
deficits. Diagnoses include chronic anemia, hiatal hernia, deep vein thrombosis and atrial fibrillation.
Resident #53 was discharged to a long term care facility on 08/25/23.
Review of Resident #53's Discharge Summary Report 08/25/23 revealed an incomplete report. The report
did not indicate the name of the facility or contact information the resident was transferred to, diet order was
unclear. The medications, treatments and wound care sections stated see attached. There were no
evidence of documents being attached. Resident #53 did not sign her discharge summary report.
Interview on 10/17/23 at 11: 37 A.M., with Social Service Designee #120 verified Resident #53 or her
representative did not sign the Discharge Summary report upon transfer to another facility on 08/25/23.
Social Service Designee #120 also verified the discharge summary was incomplete.
Review of the undated policy titled, Discharge Policy and Procedure, revealed all relevant resident
information will be incorporated into the discharge plan to facilitate its implementation and to avoid
unnecessary delays in the residents discharge or transfer. Upon discharge, the resident will be given a
discharge summary that includes a recapitulation of the residents stay in the facility that includes
diagnoses, course of illness/treatment, therapy, lab, radiology, and consultations report. final summary of
resident status, medication reports. A final summary of resident status, medication reconciliation, and a
post -discharge plan of care developed with the resident and resident representative.
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AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
365676
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/19/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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 0756
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart,
following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Review of
the medical record for Resident #36 revealed an admission date of 11/02/21, with diagnoses of acute and
chronic diastolic congestive heart failure, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, type II diabetes mellitus with
hyperglycemia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, atrial fibrillation, major depressive and anxiety
disorders.
Review of the quarterly Minimal Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #36 was
cognitively intact. Her functional status is listed as extensive one person assists for all activities of daily
living. The MDS also revealed Resident #36 is frequently incontinent of urine and occasionally incontinent
of bowel.
Review of the monthly pharmacy reviews revealed five dates (01/11/23, 02/07/23, 04/11/23, 05/16/23,
07/11/23) the pharmacy documented see report for any noted irregularities and/or recommendations.
Interview on 10/19/23 at 11:00 A.M., with the Director of Nursing (DON) confirmed she could not find the
pharmacy recommendations for the above dates and could not confirm the recommendations were acted
upon.
Based on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure pharmacy recommendations were
reviewed timely by a physician and also failed to ensure recommendations reviewed had the
recommendations acted upon as agreed upon by the physician. This affected two (#36 and #38) of five
residents reviewed for pharmacy recommendations. Facility census was 52.
Findings include:
1. Review of the medical record for the Resident #38 revealed an admission date of 07/14/22. Diagnoses
included depression, hypertension, dementia, anxiety, cognitive communication deficit and unsteadiness.
Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #38 was cognitively
impaired and with a BIMS of 9 and required extensive assistance of one for bed mobility and supervision
for transfers.
Review of physician orders dated 02/28/23 for Abilify 5 milligram (mg) revealed no attempts to complete a
dose reduction for this medication. Physician order for oxybutynin ER 5 mg revealed on 09/21/23, an order
was discontinued. An order for Myrbetriq 25 mg was started on 09/21/23 in replacement.
Review of the progress notes dated 11/08/22, 01/10/23, 05/16/23, 08/15/23 and 09/12/23 revealed
pharmacy reviewed the medications and made a recommendation. Continued review of the medical record
revealed no evidence of pharmacy reviews from 11/08/22 to 01/10/23.
Upon request the facility was unable to provide evidence of the pharmacy recommendations for 11/08/22
and 01/10/23. They had no evidence of what the recommendation were, that a physician reviewed it and
what follow up was done.
Review of physician orders dated 02/28/23 for Abilify 5 milligram (mg) daily.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
365676
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/19/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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 0756
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Review of psychiatric provider note dated 05/15/23 revealed Resident #38 had medications reviewed with
no recommendation for a pharmacy dose reduction. This provider note was dated prior to when the
recommendation was made and was not in response to the recommendation.
Review of the pharmacy recommendation dated 05/16/23 revealed a recommendation for a gradual dose
reduction of Abilify. There was no evidence of a physician acknowledging the recommendation and
providing any reasoning as to agree or why not to agree.
Review of the pharmacy recommendation dated 08/15/23 was to change oxybutynin ER 5 mg daily to
Myrbetriq 25 mg daily. It was accepted and signed by the physician on 09/20/23 and medication was
changed the next day.
Review of physician order for oxybutynin ER 5 mg revealed on 09/21/23, an order was discontinued. An
order for Myrbetriq 25 mg was started on 09/21/23 in replacement.
Review of the policy titled, Medication Regimen Review (MRR) dated 11/28/16, revealed a pharmacist
would review medications and resident records monthly and would make recommendations. The facility
should encourage physician to act upon the recommendations in the MRR. The policy also revealed the
attending physician should document in the residents medical record that the recommendation has been
reviewed, the decision to accept or decline it and reasoning for the decision. Facility should inform the
medical director if recommendations were not answered in a timely manner.
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AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
365676
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/19/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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 0757
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure a resident was free from unnecessary
medication. This affected one (#3) of six residents reviewed for unnecessary medication. The facility census
was 52.
Residents Affected - Few
Findings include:
Review of the medical record for the Resident #3 revealed an admission date of 05/12/21. Diagnoses
included encephalopathy, heart disease, diabetes, osteoarthritis and hypertension.
Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #3 was cognitively
impaired and required extensive assistance of one to two staff members for bed mobility and transfers.
Review of physician orders for 04/16/22 identified orders for gentamicin 0/3% eye drop with instructions to
administer 1-2 drops into eye for pink eye. Review of the medical record found no evidence of resident
being diagnosed or seen for pink eye.
Review of Medication Administration Record dated April 2022 to July 2022 revealed the resident had a new
order for gentamicin eye drops in April 2022 and had no record of it being administered.
Review of Medication Administration Record dated August 2022 revealed the resident received one dose of
gentamicin eye drops on 08/06/22.
Review of Medication Administration Record dated September 2022 to February 2023 revealed the resident
did not receive any doses for gentamicin eye drops.
Review of Medication Administration Record dated March 2023 revealed the resident received one dose of
gentamicin eye drops on 03/08/23.
Review of Medication Administration Record dated April 2023 revealed the resident received two dose of
gentamicin eye drops on 04/25/23 and one dose on 04/26/23
Review of Medication Administration Record dated June 2023 revealed the resident received one dose of
gentamicin eye drops on 06/09/23 and one dose on 06/13/23.
Review of Medication Administration Record dated May 2023, July 2023 to October 2023 revealed the
resident did not receive any doses for gentamicin eye drops.
Interview on 10/18/23 at 12:07 P.M., with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #144 confirmed Resident #3 had
an order for antibiotic gentamicin for pink eye. LPN #144 revealed the resident had not had pink eye from
what she could remember. LPN #144 reviewed the order and confirmed it was started April 2022 and was
not given after being initially ordered. LPN #144 confirmed getting one dose at a time or two doses then
none for weeks would not be enough to treat an infection as it was ordered every four hours as needed for
a reason. LPN #144 confirmed staff were likely administering it for dry eyes or redness and revealed facility
had regular artificial tear available that could have been ordered for resident.
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AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
365676
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/19/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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 0790
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observations, medical record reviews, dentist roster review, Dental Mobile Office Representative
interview, resident interview and staff interviews, the facility failed to offer dental services to residents. This
affected one (#13) of one resident reviewed for dental services. This had the potential to affect 20 (#1, #3,
#5, #36, #8, #10, #11, #13, #14, #15, #16, #17, #22, #24, #26, #27, #29, #34, #36, #42 and #46) additional
resident who consented to see the dentist. The census was 52.
Residents Affected - Some
Findings include:
Review of the medical record for the Resident #13 revealed an admission date of 09/16/22. Diagnoses
included chronic obstructive pulmonary disease , chronic pulmonary edema, and chronic respiratory failure
with hypoxia. Resident #13 obtained Medicaid benefits on 10/06/22 .
Observation on 10/16/23 at 3:34 P.M., with Resident #13 revealed she is without teeth and without
dentures. Interview at the time of the observation revealed Resident #13 revealed she would like to have
dentures. She requested them in the past and no one has spoken to her about seeing a dentist.
Interview on 10/17/23 at 11:00 A.M., with the Social Service Designee #120 revealed the dentist services
had not been in the building for at least a year. Social Service Designee #120 reported the dentist office
has not contacted her with details of a visit for the residents and denied contacting the dental office herself.
Interview on 10/18/23 at 11:03 A.M., with the Dental Mobile Office Representative #500 revealed the last
visit to the facility was 09/19/22 and are due to come in for this year's visit. A visit has not been arranged
because the facility failed to submit an updated resident roster that was requested on 04/16/23, 08/09/23
and 08/17/23. This request would determine how many residents to see on the next scheduled visit. The
representative stated it is the designated facility staff member's responsibility to notify the practice of any
new patients and any immediate dental services.
Review of Resident #13's medical record revealed dental services were not offered to Resident #13 until
after surveyor intervention. Consent to see the dentist was signed on 10/18/23.
Review of the dentist roster list for 03/31/23 revealed 20 (#1, #3, #5, #36, #8, #10, #11, #14, #15, #16, #17,
#22, #24, #26, #27, #29, #34, #36, #42 and #46) residents were waiting to see the dentist. Resident #13
was not on the list.
Interviews on 10/16/23 from 10:15 A.M. to 10:45 A.M., with Resident #14 and #27 denied seeing the dentist
in the past year.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
365676
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/19/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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 0805
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual
needs.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observations, policy review and staff interviews, the facility failed to ensure the texture of a modified diet
was provided to the physician ordered consistency. This affected (#3) one of one residents reviewed for a
modified diet. The census was 52.
Findings include:
Review of the medical record for Resident #3 revealed an admission date of 05/12/21. Diagnoses included
encephalopathy, heart disease, diabetes, osteoarthritis, and hypertension.
Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #3 was cognitively
impaired and required extensive assistance of one to two staff members for bed mobility and transfers.
Review of Resident #3 physician orders for October 2023 revealed Resident #3 is on a puree diet.
Interview on 10/18/23 at 11:18 A.M., with Dietary Aid #151 revealed there was only one resident who
received a puree diet. The menu for lunch included corn beef briquet, green beans and Italian potatoes.
Observation of Dietary Aid #151 on 10/18/23 from 11:18 A.M. to 11:42 A.M., revealed 2 portions of green
beans placed in the Robo cube, with no liquid. He processed the food and presented it to the surveyor as
finished. Surveyor taste test revealed the beans were in small chucks and grainy texture. After survey
intervention, Dietary Aid #151 freely added beef broth liquid. After two more times in the Robo cube the
green beans were pureed. Dietary Aid #151 cleaned the Robo Cube and proceeded to place two portions
of corn beef in the cube, added a little of beef broth and presented it to the surveyor for a taste test. The
corn beef was stringy and not at a puree texture. The surveyor asked Dietary Aid #151 to taste the beef.
Interview with Dietary Aide #151 stated he was not able to determine if the beef was appropriate to serve.
He added additional beef broth and determined it was ready to serve. The surveyor asked Dietary Manager
#122 to taste the corn beef. Interview with Dietary Manager #122 agreed it was not ready to serve. With
assistance from Dietary Manager #122 the corn beef was pureed properly.
Review of the undated policy titled, Puree Diet revealed the puree diet is designed for individuals who
cannot chew foods of the dental soft (mechanical soft) consistency and /or difficulty in swallowing. All foods
are prepared in a food processor to the appropriate consistency (pudding and mashed potatoes).
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
365676
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/19/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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 0837
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Many
Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for
managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for
managing the facility.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
Board of Executives of Long-Term Services and Supports (BELTS) website review review and staff
interview, and BELTS Representative interview, the facility failed to ensure the Administrator had an active
license. This affected all 52 residents in the facility during the annual survey. The census was 52.
Findings include:
Review of the Board of Executives of Long-Term Services and Supports (BELTS) website on [DATE]
revealed the facility's Administrator's license had expired on [DATE].
Interview on [DATE] at 11:55 A.M., with the Administrator revealed he was unaware his license had expired
until surveyor notification during the annual survey.
Interview on [DATE] at 11:30 A.M., with the Board of Executives of Long-Term Services and Supports
Representative confirmed the Administrator had been practicing for six months with an expired license and
would be receiving disciplinary action from the board. She revealed the Administrator did not apply for
renewal of licensing until [DATE].
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
365676
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/19/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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 record review, policy review and staff interviews, the facility failed to ensure an infection
surveillance plan was in place for identifying, tracking, and monitoring outbreaks. This had the potential to
affect all 52 residents. Facility census was 52.
Residents Affected - Many
Findings include:
Review of the infection control tracking logs revealed resident infections were monitored for location with a
facility map, but signs symptoms, labs and cultures were not included. There was no evidence of the use of
evidence-based surveillance criteria to define infections and determine appropriateness of treatment
options. There was no evidence the facility determined percentage of nosocomial (community based
infections) for facility each month as a tracking tool. There was no evidence that notes, cultures, labs,
treatments and multi-drug-resistant organism statuses were tracked upon transfer to and from acute care
hospitals.
Interview on 10/19/23 at 12:25 P.M., with the Director of Nursing (DON) and Licensed Practical Nurse
(LPN) #127 revealed if a resident has signs of infection they will talk with the physician and begin an
antibiotic and monitor residents with close contacts to that individual and if they have similar symptoms they
will begin the same treatment.
Interview on 10/19/23 at 3:00 P.M., with DON and LPN #127 revealed they have sections of their infection
control tracking logs not completed such as percentage of infection, the organism, signs and symptoms,
labs and cultures.
Review of the policy titled, infection Control Policy and Procedure dated 11/20/17 revealed the facility would
maintain and infection control program to prevent development and transmission of disease and infection.
The policy revealed the facility would monitor nosocomial and community acquired infections and their
manner of spreading. The facility shall keep a log with the dates of the infection, causative agent, origin site
and describe cautionary measures taken to prevent spread.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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365676
B. Wing
A. Building
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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F 0881
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
record review, staff interview, email communication review and policy review, the facility failed to ensure
antibiotics were ordered and used appropriately for residents with potential infections. This affected four
(#21, #35, #37, #47) of four residents reviewed for antibiotic stewardship. Facility census was 52.
Residents Affected - Some
Findings include:
1. Review of the medical record for the Resident #21 revealed an admission date of 09/08/21. Diagnoses
included end stage renal disease, diabetes, anxiety, blindness, and hypothyroidism.
Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #21 was cognitively
intact and required extensive assistance of two staff members for bed mobility and was totally dependent
for transfers. Review of the plan of care revealed no mention of infection or treatment of infection, besides
COVID infections.
Review of the physician order dated 08/10/23 revealed orders for wound care to cleanse right leg with warm
soapy water and use 0.9 normal saline flush over, apply wound gel and cover with foam dressing. Order
dated 08/15/23 revealed order for Meropenem Intravenous solution reconstituted 500 milligram (mg) with
instructions to be given in the afternoon for infection until 08/19/23. On 09/09/23, Resident #21 had order
for doxycycline hyclate tablet 100 mg to be given twice daily for left lower extremity wound for seven days.
Review of progress note dated 09/09/23 revealed upon arrival from dialysis, the emergency medical
technicians that provided transport revealed the resident had an open area that looked infected. The area
was the right lateral lower extremity and was warm to touch and had green oozing fluid coming from wound.
New orders in place for wound care and antibiotic.
Review of the infection log for August 2023 revealed Resident #21 had right leg cellulitis identified on
08/17/23.
Review of the infection log for September 2023 revealed Resident #21 had a left lower extremity wound
identified on 09/09/23 and cellulitis identified on 09/28/23. There was no evidence of McGreer's or any other
evidence based practice assessment completed to determine appropriate course of action for Resident
#21. There was no evidence of laboratory results, cultures and sensitivities that were completed.
Interview on 10/19/23 at 12:25 P.M., with DON and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #127 revealed they use
the McGreer's assessment but only for urinary tract infections and only if they complete urinalysis. They
revealed facility did not use any assessment or check list to determine appropriateness of antibiotics and
revealed they tray to get cultures and sensitivities for other infections. DON revealed if they had a resident
get an infection (ie) pneumonia and another resident nearby or has had contact with the infected resident,
they will ask the doctor to start the same antibiotics as the primary resident was receiving. They revealed at
times dialysis or hospice will initiate antibiotics and they do not have a process to follow those for
appropriateness of treatment.
Interview on 10/19/23 at 3:00 P.M., with DON and LPN #127 revealed they wound need to look for evidence
of labs, cultures and sensitivities and McGreer's as they only could find at time McGreer's
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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365676
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/19/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0881
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
from 2020 and 2021. DON and LPN #127 acknowledged the importance of antibiotic stewardship to ensure
residents get timely and appropriate treatment and prevent residents from developing resistance to certain
antibiotics and infections for the future.
Review of an email communication dated 10/20/23 at 4:01 P.M., from the Director of Nursing (DON)
revealed resident #21 had chronic cellulitis. On 09/09/23, she was prescribed Doxycycline 100 mg for left
lower extremity wound infection, with signs and symptoms of redness, warm to touch, and scant drainage.
On 09/28/23, the resident received prescription for Bactrim DS 800/160 mg for cellulitis of right toe which
was recommended by the dialysis provider.
2. Review of the medical record for the Resident #35 revealed an admission date of 09/16/22. Diagnoses
included hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction, nontoxic single thyroid nodule,
paroxysmal atrial fibrillation.
Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #35 was cognitively
impaired and required assistance of two staff and assist with toileting. Resident was incontinent of bowel
and bladder. Review of the plan of care revealed no mention of infection or treatment of infection.
Review of physician orders for 09/18/23 revealed a urinalysis with culture and sensitivity was ordered due
to pain, and increased frequency in urination. Order dated 09/19/23 for Macrobid oral capsule
(nitrofurantoin Monohyd Macro) 100 mg with instructions to give one capsule by mouth daily for urinary
tract infection (UTI) for seven days. Orders dated 09/25/23 for Ceftin 250 mg twice daily for seven days and
pyridium three time daily for three days.
Review of the progress notes dated 09/19/23 revealed staff received laboratory results from urinalysis for
Resident #35 and sent to the certified nurse practitioner (CNP). Received order to begin Macrobid 100 mg
by mouth twice a day for 14 doses for signs and symptoms pending culture and sensitivity at this time.
Progress note dated 09/25/23 revealed CNP was notified of results of the culture and sensitivity. Resident
continued to have burning upon urination, increased frequency and increased irritability. New orders for
ceftin and pyridium provided by CNP and pyridium not yet available.
Review of the infection log for September 2023 revealed Resident #35 had a urinary tract infection (UTI)
identified on 09/19/23, and a UTI identified on 09/25/23. There was no evidence of McGreer's or any other
evidence based practice assessment were completed to determine appropriate course of action for
Resident #35. There was no evidence of laboratory results, cultures and sensitivities that were completed.
Review of an email communication dated 10/20/23 at 4:01 P.M., from DON revealed resident #35 had
chronic cellulitis. On 09/19/23 she complained of burning and frequency. DON mentioned McGreer's noted
a UTI and laboratory result was positive for UTI and culture/sensitivity was positive with prescription for
Macrobid. On 09/25/23 the Macrobid was discontinued and cefuroxime was ordered for better susceptibility.
3. Review of the medical record for the Resident #37 revealed an admission date of 08/25/23. Diagnoses
included aftercare for joint replacement and depression.
Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #37 was cognitively
impaired and required extensive assistance of one staff members to was totally dependent. Resident
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365676
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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F 0881
was incontinent of bowel and bladder and had no skin issues.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Review of the plan of care revealed no mention of infection or treatment of infection.
Residents Affected - Some
Review of physician orders for 09/09/23 to 09/15/23 for Macrobid oral capsule (nitrofurantoin Monohyd
Macro) 100 mg, with instructions to give one capsule by mouth daily for UTI for seven days. Order dated
09/13/23, for Bactrim DS oral tablet 800-160 mg (sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim) with instructions to give
one tablet twice daily for 14 days (28 total doses). Order dated 09/15/23 for Keflex oral capsule 500 MG
(cephalexin) with instructions to give one capsule by mouth four times daily for infection.
Review of the progress notes dated 09/07/23 revealed Resident #37 was complaining of pain in peri area
with urination. Order for a urinalysis with culture and sensitivity obtained to be sent to laboratory. Note
dated 09/13/23 revealed outpatient surgery follow-up provider ordered Bactrim for wound under stomach
area and a later note revealed system identified a possible drug allergy for Bactrim. Progress note dated
09/15/23 revealed resident continued antibiotics for right hip infection.
Review of the infection log for September 2023 revealed Resident #37 had a urinary tract infection (UTI)
identified on 09/09/23, a bacterial infection identified on 09/13/23 and a bacterial infection identified on
09/14/23. There was no evidence of McGreer's or any other evidence based practice assessment were
completed to determine appropriate course of action for Resident #37. There was no evidence of laboratory
results, cultures and sensitivities that were completed.
Review of emailed communication dated 10/20/23 at 4:01 P.M., from DON revealed Resident #37 had a
history of aseptic necrosis of right femur after joint replacement a with a hip revision. On 09/09/23 resident
had a fever with complaints of dysuria. McGreer's was positive and urinalysis was positive and culture and
sensitivity was positive. A prescription for Macrobid was given for UTI. On 09/13/23 resident went to
outpatient appointment with the joint revision surgeon who noticed an area starting to get an infection
evidenced by pain, redness and warmth. Bactrim was ordered and was found to have an allergy and
antibiotic was changed to Keflex.
4. Review of the medical record for the Resident #47 revealed an admission date of 03/08/22. Diagnoses
included hemiplegia and hemiparesis following intracerebral hemorrhage affecting right dominant side,
aphagia following non traumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, atrial fibrillation, need for assistance with
personal care and attention to gastrostomy.
Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #47 was cognitively
impaired and required extensive assistance to total dependence. Resident was incontinence of urine and
bowel and had no skin issues. Review of the plan of care revealed no mention of infections or treating
infections.
Review of physician orders dated 08/30/23 identified orders for Ciprofloxacin HCl tablet 500 mg with
instruction to give one tablet twice daily for infection/UTI for seven days (14 doses)
Review of the progress notes dated 08/27/23 revealed at 3:00 A.M., the resident was seen moaning and
rubbing stomach area with left hand. Resident was assessed and given a docusate sodium. At 4:00 A.M.,
resident reported stomach was still hurting Zofran given. At 5:00 A.M., resident moaning on occasion,
Tylenol given for 4/10 pain with partially effectiveness at 6:00 A.M. with pain down to 2/10. Note at 7:45
A.M., revealed resident was screaming in pain abdomen distended and tender to touch.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
365676
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/19/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0881
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Resident had large bowel movement at 7:30 A.M. Nurse contacted emergency serves for transport to
hospital and resident left facility at 8:15 A.M. Note at 11:49 A.M. revealed hospital contacted nursing staff
informed resident to be admitted for urolithiasis.
Review of the infection log for August 2023 revealed Resident #47 had a urinary tract infection (UTI)
identified on 08/30/23. There was no evidence of McGreer's or any other evidence based practice
assessment were completed to determine appropriate course of action for Resident #47. There was no
evidence of laboratory results, cultures and sensitivities that were completed.
Review of emailed communication dated 10/20/23 at 4:01 P.M., from DON revealed Resident #47 was sent
to the hospital on [DATE] and found to have a urinary tract infection with renal stones and renal mass. On
08/27/23, he was sent to the hospital for abdominal distension and pain and returned with diagnosis on
urolithiasis with no antibiotics ordered. On 08/31/23, sent to hospital with pain and nausea and vomiting
with diagnosis of cystitis and was given a prescription for cipro for pseudomonal UTI and ureterolithiasis.
Review of the policy titled, Infection Control Policy and Procedure dated 11/20/17 revealed facility would
maintain an infection control program to prevent development and transmission of disease and infection.
The policy did not include any language of using McGreer's or another evidence based practice
assessment or check off to ensure treatments are appropriate and the correct antibiotic was initiated timely.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
365676
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/19/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0908
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation and staff interviews, the facility failed to ensure the plumbing equipment was
maintained in a safe and sanitary conditions . This had the potential to affect 50 of 50 residents who receive
meals from the kitchen. excluding two (#3 and #305) residents who recive tube feeding. The faciltiy census
was 52.
Residents Affected - Many
Findings include:
Tour of the kitchen on 10/16/23 at 9:30 A.M., revealed a red plastic coffee can under the three
compartments sink on the right side. The pipe had a slow drip.
Observations on 10/18/23 from 11:18 A.M. to 11:45 A.M., while observing puree food preparation, the
kitchen floor became flooded, instantly water appeared from the floor under the three compartments sink to
the far right under the oven and to the far left of the walk in freezer. The water was approximately one
quarter inch deep. Employees were observed walking through the water unaware of how the water
appeared. Observation of the area under the three compartment sink revealed the drain and tiles around it
under the sink were raised. No water was draining into the drain. The red plastic coffee can to the right of
the sink was full of dark brown water. Dietary Aide #138 removed the plastic can and emptied it. Dietary
Manager #122 placed three white blankets on the floor to soak up the water. Attempts to locate the
maintenance manager failed. The Administrator arrived and assessed the situation.
Interview at the time of the observation, with the Administrator and Dietary Manager #122 verified there
was water backed up from the walk in freezer, under the three compartment sink, under the clean
workstation in the middle of the kitchen and to the far right under the oven and gas stove.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
365676
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/19/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr
Delaware, OH 43015
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0919
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
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 interviews, the facility failed to ensure call
lights were in proper working order. This affected one (#5) of one resident reviewed for environment. Facility
census was #52.
Residents Affected - Few
Findings include:
Review of the medical record for the Resident #5 revealed an admission date of 10/31/19. Diagnoses
included diabetes, encephalopathy, heart disease, epilepsy, alcoholic cirrhosis, muscle weakness,
hemiplegia and hemiparesis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #5 was cognitively
impaired and required extensive assistance of two staff members for bed mobility and transfers. The MDS
revealed resident had impairment to one side including the upper and lower extremity.
Review of the plan of care dated 07/25/23 revealed Resident #5 had an Activity of Daily Living (ADL) self
care deficit with interventions to support his left side during transfers and staff to set up equipment and
assist as needed. Resident had alteration in self mobility and was at risk for a fall related injury with
interventions to keep call light in reach of his right hand and encourage him to use it for assistance.
Interview and observation on 10/16/23 at 10:27 A.M., with Resident #5 revealed staff do not respond to his
call light for assistance. Resident#5's call light was activated to check its functioning and it lit up with a red
light showing it had activated. Continuous observation of resident's room with the call light activated
occurred until 10:55 A.M., when through surveyor intervention staff responded to the call light.
Interview and observation on 10/16/23 at 10:55 A.M., with State Tested Nurse Assistant (STNA) #166
revealed she was not aware of Resident #5's call light being activated. Upon observation of the call light
sensor on Resident #5's wall STNA #16 confirmed it was activated. STNA #166 reviewed the pager and
revealed the alert never came through to the pager STNA #166 was carrying. STNA #166 turned off the call
light and reactivated and confirmed the call light again did not transmit over to STNA's pager.
Interview on 10/16/23 around 3:00 P.M., with Maintenance Staff #1 revealed Resident #5's call light was
fixed and just needed a battery replacement.
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