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Inspection visit

Health inspection

SAINT PAUL HOMESCMS #3952441 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 1 deficiency. The full statement and the facility’s plan of correction follow, verbatim from the federal record.

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. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, review of dishwashing machine manufacturer's instructions, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain dishwashing machine water temperatures in accordance with manufacturer recommendations for food service safety on three of three kitchenettes observed ([NAME], Gardens, and Springs). Findings include: Review of manufacturer's instructions for the facility dishwashing machine revealed that the hot water sanitizing mode minimum wash temperature and recommended wash temperature was 150 degrees Farenheit (F). Review of the Dishwashing/Warewashing machine temperature log sheet revealed that the temperature requirements for the wash cycle was: Wash 150 degrees F. If temperatures were not met per standard, fill out work order and notify management. Observations of the dishwashing machine operation on 10/11/2023, at 1:10 p.m. on the [NAME] unit, in the presence of the Dietary Aide Employee E1, revealed a dishwasher temperature of 144.2 degrees F during the wash cycle. Dietary Aide Employee E1 confirmed, at the time of observation, that the wash cycle was lower than the required 150 degrees F. Observations of the dishwashing machine operation on 10/11/2023, at 1:12 p.m. on the Gardens unit, in the presence of the Dietary Aide Employee E2, revealed a dishwasher temperature of 147.6 degrees F during the wash cycle. Dietary Aide Employee E2 confirmed, at the time of observation, that the wash cycle was lower than the required 150 degrees F. Observations of the dishwashing machine operation on 10/11/2023, at 1:15 p.m. on the Springs unit, in the presence of the Dietary Aide Employee E3, revealed a dishwasher temperature of 146.3 degrees F during the wash cycle Dietary Aide Employee E3 confirmed, at the time of observation, that the wash cycle was lower than the required 150 degrees F. Review of Dishwashing/Warewashing machine temperature logs for the Springs, [NAME], and Gardens kitchenettes revealed that Springs kitchenette dishwashing machine logged wash temperatures below 150 degrees F for multiple days and shifts in the months of September and October 2023. During an interview on 10/11/2023, at 1:30 p.m. the Dining Manager confirmed that dishwashing machine temperatures are supposed to meet the 150 degrees F during the wash cycle. Staff recording and (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 2 Event ID: 395244 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 395244 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 10/13/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Saint Paul Homes 339 East Jamestown Road Greenville, PA 16125 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 observing the dishwashing machine temperatures are to inform management and maintenance if the dishwashing machines do not meet the required temperatures for wash and rinse cycles. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm The facility did not produce a policy on monitoring and documenting dishwashing machine temperatures. Residents Affected - Many 28 Pa. Code 201.14(a) Responsibility of licensee 28 Pa. Code 201.18(b)(1) Management FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 395244 If continuation sheet Page 2 of 2

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Citations

1 citation 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.

  • 0812GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    F812 - Food safety requirements

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

FAQ · About this visit

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What happened during the October 13, 2023 survey of SAINT PAUL HOMES?

This was a inspection survey of SAINT PAUL HOMES on October 13, 2023. The surveyor cited 1 deficiency, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at SAINT PAUL HOMES on October 13, 2023?

Yes, 1 deficiency was cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordanc..."

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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