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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or
her rights.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on a
review of clinical records, select facility policy, grievances filed with the facility, and resident and staff
interviews, it was determined the facility failed to provide care in a manner that promotes each resident's
quality of life by failing to respond timely to residents' requests for assistance, including experiences
reported by seven residents out of 18 residents sampled (Residents 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 11).
Findings include:
A review of the facility policy titled Call Light Use and Response, last reviewed by the facility on September
26, 2024, revealed it is the facility's policy that facility staff will respond promptly to the residents' calls for
assistance and ensure the call system is functioning. The policy indicates facility personnel will be aware of
all call lights, answer call lights promptly, and answer call lights in a calm and courteous manner.
A review of clinical records revealed Resident 3 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses that
include heart failure (a condition that develops when the heart doesn't pump enough blood to meet the
body's needs).
A review of an admission Minimum Data Set assessment (MDS-a federally mandated standardized
assessment process conducted periodically to plan resident care) dated February 7, 2025, revealed that
Resident 3 is cognitively intact with a BIMS score of 14 (Brief Interview for Mental Status- a tool within the
Cognitive Section of the MDS that is used to assess the resident's attention, orientation, and ability to
register and recall new information; a score of 13-15 indicates cognition is intact).
During an interview conducted on April 3, 2025, at 10:10 AM, Resident 3 stated that he often waits 30
minutes or longer for staff to respond after activating his call light for assistance. He further explained that
staff frequently sit in the nurses ' station and do not respond when residents request help. Resident 3
reported that, on one occasion last week, he waited over four hours for staff assistance. He stated that he
often uses his call light to request pain medication and becomes upset when staff fail to respond in a timely
manner.
A review of clinical records revealed Resident 4 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses that
include major depressive disorder (a mood disorder characterized by a persistently low or depressed mood,
decreased interest in pleasurable activities, feelings of worthlessness, lack of energy, poor concentration,
appetite changes, sleep disturbances, or suicidal thoughts) and agoraphobia (an anxiety disorder
characterized by intense fear and anxiety of situations where escape might be
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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:
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Event ID:
395344
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
395344
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
04/03/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Edenbrook of Greenwood Hill
420 Pulaski Drive
Pottsville, PA 17901
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)
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difficult or help unavailable, often leading to avoidance of public places or situations).
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
A review of an admission MDS assessment dated [DATE], revealed that Resident 4 is cognitively intact with
a BIMS score of 13 (a score of 13-15 indicates cognition is intact).
Residents Affected - Some
During an interview conducted on April 4, 2025, at 10:20 AM, Resident 4 stated that on many occasions, he
has waited up to an hour for staff to respond to his call light. He explained that, on average, he typically
waits about 30 minutes for assistance. Resident 4 further reported that when he uses his call light to
request medications or fresh water, he often experiences delays of approximately 30 minutes, which he
attributed to a lack of available staff
A review of clinical records revealed Resident 6 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses that
include diabetes (a chronic disease that occurs either when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin
or when the body cannot effectively use the insulin it produces) and morbid obesity (a chronic disease
that's characterized by a body mass index of 40 or higher, or a body mass index of 35 or higher with
obesity-related health issues).
A review of a quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE], revealed that Resident 6 is cognitively intact with a
BIMS score of 15 (a score of 13-15 indicates cognition is intact).
During an interview on April 4, 2025, at 10:25 AM, Resident 6 stated that she sometimes waits between 30
minutes to an hour and a half for staff assistance. She explained that she is dependent on staff to help her
to the bathroom and to provide care if she soils herself. Resident 6 reported that a few weeks ago she filed
a grievance after staff left her sitting on the toilet for over an hour. She stated that waiting so long for
assistance is painful and uncomfortable.
A review of grievances filed with the facility revealed a grievance form dated March 4, 2025, submitted by
Resident 6. The grievance indicated that she rang her call bell before breakfast to request assistance to use
the toilet. Resident 6 reported that staff told her she would not receive help until after breakfast. She stated
she rang her call bell again, and although three different staff members responded, none provided care.
The grievance indicated that Resident 6 waited two hours before staff assisted her. The grievance form
documented that staff were provided education on care and responding to call bells for resident assistance.
A review of clinical records revealed Resident 7 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses that
include chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD is a condition caused by damage to the airways or
other parts of the lung that blocks airflow and makes it difficult to breathe).
A review of an admission MDS assessment dated [DATE], revealed that Resident 7 is moderately
cognitively impaired with a BIMS score of 12 (a score of 8-12 indicates moderate cognitive impairment).
During an interview on April 4, 2025, at 10:30 AM, Resident 7 stated that he shares a room with his wife,
Resident 6. He reported that many times she waits over 30 minutes for assistance after activating her call
bell, and he becomes frustrated because he is unable to help her. Resident 7 explained that after waiting 15
to 20 minutes, he often goes into the hallway to look for staff, but there is frequently limited staff available to
provide care.
A review of clinical records revealed Resident 8 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses that
include acute respiratory failure (a condition where the lungs fail to oxygenate the blood
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FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
395344
If continuation sheet
Page 2 of 3
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
395344
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
04/03/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Edenbrook of Greenwood Hill
420 Pulaski Drive
Pottsville, PA 17901
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)
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adequately or remove carbon dioxide, leading to insufficient oxygen to meet the body's needs).
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
A review of an annual MDS assessment dated [DATE], revealed that Resident 8 is cognitively intact with a
BIMS score of 15 (a score of 13-15 indicates cognition is intact).
Residents Affected - Some
During an interview on April 4, 2025, at 10:35 AM, Resident 8 stated that while the facility has improved
somewhat with care, she usually waits about 30 minutes for staff to respond after activating her call bell.
She reported that, many times during the night shift, staff do not provide incontinence care, and she wakes
up saturated in urine. Resident 8 stated that the longest wait times for care typically occur during the night
shift.
A review of clinical records revealed Resident 9 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses that
include peripheral vascular disease (a condition in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the arms
or legs).
A review of an annual MDS assessment dated [DATE], revealed that Resident 9 is moderately cognitively
impaired with a BIMS score of 10 (a score of 8-12 indicates moderate cognitive impairment).
During an interview on April 3, 2025, at 10:40 AM, Resident 9 stated that she often waits a long time for
staff assistance. She explained that she needs help to get to the bathroom but frequently waits one to two
hours for assistance. Resident 9 reported that, as a result, she often soils herself while waiting. She stated
that the delays occur on all shifts. Resident 9 explained that she has discussed this concern with staff in the
past, but nothing seems to have changed.
A review of clinical records revealed Resident 11 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses that
include chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD is a condition caused by damage to the airways or
other parts of the lung that blocks airflow and makes it difficult to breathe).
A review of an admission MDS assessment dated [DATE], revealed that Resident 11 is cognitively intact
with a BIMS score of 15 (a score of 13-15 indicates cognition is intact).
During an interview on April 3, 2025, at 10:55 AM, Resident 11 stated that she typically waits 20 to 30
minutes for staff assistance. She explained that she knows this is unsafe, but she often transfers herself to
the toilet because she would rather not soil herself while waiting for help. Resident 11 reported that she has
only been at the facility for about a month but has already waited over an hour for assistance to the toilet on
several occasions.
During an interview on April 3, 2025, at approximately 1:00 PM, the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA)
confirmed that all residents at the facility should be treated with dignity and respect and provided care in a
manner that promotes each resident's quality of life. The NHA was unable to explain why residents are
reporting untimely staff responses to residents' requests for assistance and care.
28 Pa. Code 201.18(e)(1) Management.
28 Pa. Code 201.29 (a) Resident rights.
28 Pa. Code 211.12 (d)(4) Nursing services.
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
395344
If continuation sheet
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