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Inspection visit

Health inspection

CHESTNUT HILL LODGE HEALTH AND REHAB CTRCMS #3953342 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 2 deficiencies. The full statement and the facility’s plan of correction follow, verbatim from the federal record.

395334 05/07/2024 Chestnut Hill Lodge Health and Rehab Ctr 8833 Stenton Avenue Wyndmoor, PA 19038
F 0584 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Based on staff interview, observation, and review of facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure a safe comfortable homelike environment relating to daily cleaning and pest control for two of 15 residents reviewed. (Resident R12 and R15) Findings: Review of policy titled pest control last revised November 11, 2019, revealed that it is the responsibility of the maintenance department to coordinate the control of pest with a company engaged in the business of providing Pest Control Services. The pest control company will provide the control of roaches, ants, rodents, spiders, and other insects that may be harmful to humans, equipment, supplies, or documents through direct contact or contamination. All service technicians shall strictly adhere to all applicable policies and any specific instructions given by environmental/ facility directors. Od particular importance are rules or restrictions regarding contamination of hospital supplies and access to restricted areas. Interview with Resident R12 on May 7, 2024, at 11:22 a.m. revealed disappointment and discomfort with the facility cleanliness regarding insect infestation. Resident R 12 stated that there were bugs crawling all over his room. Resident R12 directed the surveyor to perimeter of the room where four traps can be viewed. Resident R12 revealed that the facility has been aware, and exterminator had been there a week prior at which time he left the traps and gave extra traps to the resident and has not returned. Resident R12 states that housecleaning come daily but the traps have been left. Interview with Resident R15 on May 7, 2024, at 11:22 a.m. revealed that the resident could not leave the room without assistance. The resident confirmed that the insects are all over the room,and that she had witnessed the bugs migrating at night. Observation of resident R 12 and R15's room revealed four sticky traps, glue boards containing an abundant amount of large black bugs found on each trap. The observation was confirmed by facility maintenance director Employee E5, who could not explain why the traps containing bugs have been left in various areas of the resident's room. 28 Pa. Code 201.18(b)(1) Management Page 1 of 2 395334 395334 05/07/2024 Chestnut Hill Lodge Health and Rehab Ctr 8833 Stenton Avenue Wyndmoor, PA 19038
F 0677 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Based on observation, review of facility policies, and interview with resident and staff, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure one of 14 residents reviewed received assistance with toileting and personal hygiene in a timely manner. (Resident R2) Residents Affected - Few Findings include: Review of facility policy titled ADL care Personal Care/ Grooming-Shaving reviewed March 12, 2024, revealed the facility will promote care for residents that maintain or enhance their dignity and respect. Report other information in accordance with facility policy and professional standards of practice. ADL documentation will be completed by the certified nursing assistant that provided the assistance by the end of each shift. The licensed nurse will be made aware of the refusal. Review of Resident R2's care plan-initiated December 13, 2022, revealed that resident was incontinent of bowel and bladder due to cognitive impairment with goals of having elimination and skin care met with dignity and respect. An intervention of this plan included for the resident to be check every two hours and provided incontinence care as needed. Review of Resident R2's quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS- assessment of resident care needs) dated March 11, 2024 revealed that the resident requested set up and clean up assistance for toileting and and personal hygiene. Observation of Resident R2 on May 8, 2024, at 10:50 a.m. revealed Resident R2 was observed lying in bed, the sheets were visibly soiled and stained with a strong odor of urine. Resident R2 was positioned to the side of the bed, and it was observed that his clothing was stained as well. Observation of the resident at the above time with Nurse aide, Employee E9 confirmed the bedding was soiled stating the resident has accidents at night. Employee E9 admitted that she had not provided morning care to Resident R2 yet. Further observation of Resident R2 revealed that the resident had disheveled hair and unkept facial hair. During interview at the time of the observation Resident R2 admitted that he would like to have his beard shaved. 28 Pa. Code 211.10(d) Resident care policies 28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(1) Nursing Services 395334 Page 2 of 2

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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.

  • 0584GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F584 - Safe Environment

    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

  • 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.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the May 7, 2024 survey of CHESTNUT HILL LODGE HEALTH AND REHAB CTR?

This was a inspection survey of CHESTNUT HILL LODGE HEALTH AND REHAB CTR on May 7, 2024. The surveyor cited 2 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at CHESTNUT HILL LODGE HEALTH AND REHAB CTR on May 7, 2024?

Yes, 2 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receivin..."

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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