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Inspection

DIVINE REHABILITATION AND NURSING AT SYLVANIACMS #3658982 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 2 deficiencies, 1 of them serious (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). The full statement and the facility’s plan of correction follow, verbatim from the federal record.

F 0600 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Level of Harm - Actual harm Residents Affected - Few **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, Self-Reported Incident review, hospital record review, staff interview, and policy review, the facility failed to prevent an incident of resident-to-resident abuse with injury. This resulted in actual harm when Resident #23 was found on top of Resident #12, punching him and bit the tip of Resident #12's finger off. Subsequently, requiring Resident #12 to have surgical interventions to reattach the fingertip, pain medication and antibiotic therapy. This affected one (Resident #12) of three resident reviewed for potential abuse. The facility census was 92. Findings included: Review of Self-Reported Incident Number 229152 dated 09/14/23 revealed both patients (Resident #12 and Resident #23) were roommates and resided in the memory care unit. Both were in their room that morning. A nurse aid heard a bang sound and walked into their room to find Resident #23 sitting on top of Resident #12. Resident #23 had noticeably bitten Resident #12's right pinkie finger tip off. The nurse removed Resident #23 from the room. The nurse called 911 and administered care to Resident #12. Resident #12 could not provide meaningful information about what happened. Resident #23 declared that when he went to the bathroom and came out it was black, and he had no memory of the incident. Resident #12 was taken to hospital. Resident #23 was taken to hospital and returned later this day with a care plan. The families and physician were notified for both patients. Resident #23 will not be returned to this unit. Resident #12 was monitored for pain and emotional distress but did not show any at that time. Review of Resident #23's medical record revealed an admission date of 07/17/22, diagnoses including dementia, mild behavioral disturbances, and atrial fibrillation. Resident #23 had resided on the memory care unit. Review of Resident #23's quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident had a low cognitive function. No negative behaviors were identified. Review of Resident #23's care plan dated 07/19/22 revealed the resident was at risk for having the potential to be physically aggressive related to dementia and poor impulse control. Interventions included: to intervene before agitation escalated, guide away from the source of distress, and to engage calmly in conversation; if the response was aggressive staff were to walk calmly away and approach later. Review of Resident #23's progress note dated 09/14/23 at 8:33 A.M., revealed the nurse observed Resident #23 on top of roommate (Resident #12), punching him. Resident #23 had roommate's (Resident (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 4 Event ID: 365898 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 365898 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 10/10/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Sylvania 5757 Whiteford Rd Sylvania, OH 43560 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 0600 Level of Harm - Actual harm #12) tip of the finger in Resident #23's mouth. Resident #12's (fingertip) was chewed and bit off. The nurse immediately pulled the residents apart and notified EMS/Police while assessing the roommate's injury. All management team, physician and emergency contacts were notified of the incident. Resident #23 was sent to the emergency room for evaluation and treatment. Residents Affected - Few Review of Resident #23's emergency room record dated 09/14/23 revealed the resident arrived from the nursing home with a report that he bit off a roommate's finger. The resident would not speak for the Registered Nurse but spoke for the officer at his bedside. The resident was noted with blood on his clothing, his beard, and the left side of his face. The final diagnosis was aggressive behavior due to dementia. Review of Resident #12's medical record revealed an admission date of 02/09/21, with diagnoses including: dementia and atrial fibrillation. Resident #12 resided on the memory care unit. Review of Resident #12's quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident had a high cognitive function. He was not documented as having any negative behavior. Review of Resident #12's care plan dated 10/17/22 revealed the resident had the potential to be physically aggressive. Resident #12 asserted male dominance in situations with other male residents due to anger, dementia, and depression. Interventions included: to de-escalate by redirecting with activities. Review of Resident #12's progress note dated 09/14/23 at 8:17 A.M., revealed the resident-to-resident altercation occurred at 5:55 A.M. The nurse found Resident #12 to be a victim of physical aggression by roommate (Resident #23). The nurse was able to get the roommate off the resident, but noticed the resident's fingertip was in their roommate's mouth. The nurse immediately put pressure on the resident's wound and called emergency medical services (EMS) and police. All management personnel were notified. The physician and resident's daughter were notified of the incident. Resident #12 was sent to the emergency room for evaluation and treatment. Review of Resident #12's emergency room hospital note dated 09/14/23 revealed Resident #12 arrived at the hospital via EMS with the tip of his finger bitten off. Resident #12's final diagnosis was: bite wound to finger and open displaced fracture of the distal phalanx of right little finger. Prescriptions for pain medications and antibiotic therapy were provided. Review of Resident #12's progress note dated 09/21/23 at 6:14 P.M., revealed Resident #12 had an appointment today with plastic surgeon regarding resident having surgery on pinky finger. Resident #12's daughter transported the resident to the appointment. Resident #12 is back at the facility in a pleasant mood, no complaints of or signs and symptoms of pain at the present time, resident remains on antibiotic therapy and temperature of 98.4 degrees Fahrenheit. Review of Resident #12's progress note dated 09/21/23 11:54 P.M., revealed the resident had an appointment today with plastic surgeon regarding resident having surgery to necrotic finger. Resident #12 complained of pain and was given (narcotic pain medication) and the finger was wrapped to give cushioning and support. Resident continues on antibiotics and is afebrile (without temperature). Review of Resident #12's progress note dated 09/26/23 at 2:47 P.M., revealed the resident went with daughter. Resident #12 has no present complaints of or signs and symptoms of pain or distress. Resident #12 has been given additional as needed over the counter pain medications for 7 day. (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 365898 If continuation sheet Page 2 of 4 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 365898 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 10/10/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Sylvania 5757 Whiteford Rd Sylvania, OH 43560 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 0600 Level of Harm - Actual harm Residents Affected - Few Interview on 10/06/23 at 7:32 A.M., with the Director of Nursing (DON) revealed after the incident on 09/14/23, Resident #23 stated he blacked out for a minutes then when he awoke, he realized that he bit off Resident #12's finger. Residents #12 and #23 were roommates for a long time and had done well together. Resident #12's finger was reattached but didn't heal well and the fingertip may have to be removed. Resident #12 continues to go to surgical follow up appointments and was forgetful as to what happened to his finger. Interview on 10/06/23 at 11:16 A.M., with the Administrator revealed Residents #12 and #23 were roommates for a long time and had no issues. Resident #23 informed the Administrator that he was remorseful for injuring Resident #12. Review of the undated policy titled Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation revealed the facility was to provide protections for the health, welfare, and rights of each resident by developing and implementing written policies and procedures that prohibit and prevent abuse, neglect, exploitation, and misappropriation of resident property. This deficiency represents non-compliance investigated under Complaint Number OH00146662. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 365898 If continuation sheet Page 3 of 4 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 365898 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 10/10/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Sylvania 5757 Whiteford Rd Sylvania, OH 43560 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0677 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, medical record review, resident interview, staff interview, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure dependent residents were assisted with nail care. This affected two (#54 and #55) of three residents reviewed for activities of daily living. The facility census was 92. Residents Affected - Few Findings included: 1. Review of Resident #54's medical record revealed an admission date of 02/27/23. Diagnoses included hemiplegia left side post cerebral vascular accident, congestive heart failure, and cirrhosis of the liver. Review of Resident #54's quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed he had no cognitive impairment. The resident required extensive assistance for bed mobility, bathing, and personal hygiene. Observation of Resident #54 on 10/06/23 at 8:32 A.M., revealed he had long, unkept fingernails. Interview with Resident #54 on 10/06/23 at 8:32 A.M., revealed he wished to have his fingernails trimmed but it was difficult to find someone to complete the task. 2. Review of Resident #55's medical record revealed an admission date of 03/10/22. Diagnosis included encephalopathy, diabetes mellitus and congestive heart failure. Review of Resident #55's quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] revealed the resident had a high cognitive function. He required extensive assistance for personal hygiene. Review of Resident #55's most recent care plan revealed staff were to check nail length, trim and clean on bath days and as necessary. Report any changes to the nurse. Observation of Resident #55's fingernails on 10/06/23 at 8:33 A.M., revealed his fingernails were long and jagged. Interview with Resident #55 on 10/06/23 at 8:33 A.M., revealed he wished his nails to be trimmed and the staff failed to complete the task on shower days. Interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on 10/06/23 at 8:34 A.M., verified Residents #54 and #55 were lacking nail care and it should have been completed by staff on shower days. Review of the undated policy titled Nail Care revealed routine nail care, to include trimming and filing, will be provided on an as needed basis. Nail care will be provided between scheduled occasions as the need arises. Routine cleaning and inspection of nails will be provided during activities of daily living care on an ongoing basis. This deficiency represents non-compliance investigated under Complaint Number OH00146311. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 365898 If continuation sheet Page 4 of 4

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Citations

2 citations recorded*CMS

What do CMS severity letters mean?

Serious (G-L). Actual harm to a resident, or immediate jeopardy. Codes G through I indicate actual harm; J through L indicate immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.

General (A-F). No actual harm found, or harm that is minimal. The facility must still submit a Plan of Correction. Most CMS citations land here.

Each letter combines severity with scope: how many residents the deficiency affected.

  • 0600SeriousS&S Gactual harm

    F600 - Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

  • 0677GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F677 - A resident who is unable to carry out activities of daily living receives

    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

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What happened during the October 10, 2023 survey of DIVINE REHABILITATION AND NURSING AT SYLVANIA?

This was a inspection survey of DIVINE REHABILITATION AND NURSING AT SYLVANIA on October 10, 2023. The surveyor cited 2 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at DIVINE REHABILITATION AND NURSING AT SYLVANIA on October 10, 2023?

Yes, 2 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect b..."

What type of survey was this?

This was a inspection survey conducted by state surveyors under federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) oversight. Findings are published on CMS Care Compare.

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