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.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observations, facility policy, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure
comfortable air temperature levels were provided for eight of 49 resident rooms (209, 212, 218, 219, 221,
302, 303, and 305).
Findings Include:
Review of the facility policy Safe and Homelike Environment indicated the facility will provide a safe, clean,
comfortable, and homelike environment. The facility will provide and maintain comfortable and safe
temperature levels. The facility should strive to keep the temperature in common resident areas between 71
and 81 degrees Fahrenheit.
Observations conducted on 6/10/25, from 2:32 p.m. to 2:59 p.m. with the Maintenance Director, Employee
E7 revealed the following air temperatures:
2nd floor Nursing Floor
-room [ROOM NUMBER]-82.2 of degrees Fahrenheit
-room [ROOM NUMBER]-81.5 of degrees Fahrenheit
-room [ROOM NUMBER]-82.4 of degrees Fahrenheit
-room [ROOM NUMBER]-82.8 of degrees Fahrenheit
-room [ROOM NUMBER]-82.8 of degrees Fahrenheit
3nd floor Nursing Floor
-room [ROOM NUMBER]-83.5 of degrees Fahrenheit
-room [ROOM NUMBER]-82.0 of degrees Fahrenheit
-room [ROOM NUMBER]-82.4 of degrees Fahrenheit
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 5:11 p.m. the Nursing Home Adminstrator confirmed the facility failed to
ensure comfortable air temperature levels were provided for eight of 49 resident rooms
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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
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Armstrong Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
265 South McKean Street
Kittanning, PA 16201
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F 0584
(209, 212, 218, 219, 221, 302, 303, and 305).
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
28 Pa. Code: 201.18(b)(3) Management
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265 South McKean Street
Kittanning, PA 16201
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F 0600
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment,
and neglect by anybody.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
review of facility policy and documentation, staff and resident interview it was determined that the facility
failed to protect resident from neglect for two of four residents (Resident R4 and Resident R5).
Findings include:
Review of facility's policy dated 11/27/24, Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation stated it is the policy of the
facility to provide protections for the health, welfare, and rights of each resident by developing and
implementing written policies and procedures that prohibit abuse and neglect. Neglect means failure of the
facility, its employees, or service providers to provide good and services to a resident that are necessary to
avoid physical harm, pain, mental anguish, or emotional distress.
Review of Resident R4's admission record indicated resident was admitted to facility on 1/27/25, with the
diagnosis of chronic pain, hemiplegia (paralysis of one side of the body), and weakness.
Review of Residents R4's Minimum Data Set (MDS - a periodic assessment of care needs) dated 3/27/25,
indicated the diagnoses were current.
Review of Resident R4's care plan dated 3/23/25, revealed the resident was at risk for alternation in
nutrition and hydration. Interventions included to assist as needed, encourage food and fluid as ordered.
Review of Resident R4's Kardex (a documentation system that enables nurses to write, organize, and
easily reference key patient information that shapes their nursing care plan) on 6/10/25, revealed the
resident required assistance with meals as needed.
Review of undated facility documentation titled Total Feeds on 6/10/25, revealed Resident R4 must be fed
for meals.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 12:32 p.m. Nurse Aide, Employee E2 was asked how to know which
residents require assistance with meals. NA, Employee E2 stated It will populate a task, each person says
set up, assist, or supervision.
During an observation on 6/10/25, at 12:32 p.m. the lunch cart arrived to the 2C nursing unit.
During an observation on 6/10/25, at 12:33 p.m. staff began passing trays to residents on the unit.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 12:52 p.m. Resident R4 stated they don't come in to help. Resident R4
stated I asked NA, Employee E4 to put in my dentures and NA, Employee E4 wouldn't do it. Resident R4
stated I don't eat much, if I could feed myself, I would. That's why I am drinking Ensure. Resident R4's
dentures were observed on the bed side dresser, not in reach of the resident.
During an observation on 6/10/25, at 1:02 p.m. NA, Employee E4 was observed picking up trays and
placing them back on the lunch tray cart.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Armstrong Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
265 South McKean Street
Kittanning, PA 16201
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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 0600
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
During observations completed on 6/10/25, from 12:21 p.m. to 1:03 p.m. Resident R4's door was closed. No
staff member entered Resident R4's room.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 1:04 p.m. NA, Employee E4 confirmed Resident R4 was not offered their
meal tray once the cart arrived to the floor. NA, Employee E4 confirmed Resident R4's dentures were not
put in.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 1:07 p.m. Registered Nurse (RN), E3 indicated the nurse aides are
expected to offer the residents meal once it arrives to the unit.
During an interview completed on 6/10/25, at 11:11 a.m. the Assistant Director of Nursing, Employee E1
confirmed that the facility failed to protect Resident R4 from neglect.
Review of the clinical record revealed that Resident R5 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with
diagnoses of depression, anxiety, diabetes (occurs when your blood sugar is too high).
Review of Resident R5's MDS (Minimum Data Set, periodic assessment of resident care needs) dated
5/2/25, indicated diagnoses were current. Resident R5's Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS)
assessment revealed the resident had a BIMS of 15, cognitively intact.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 11:50 a.m. Resident R5 was sitting in a wheelchair in the resident's
common area and stated there is not enough staff. Resident R5 stated I have to wait a long time when I put
on my call bell, I have to be put on a bed pan, I have to wait a while to be put on, then I already go in my
pants. Resident R5 stated when I sit in the dayroom, I pee my pants and have to sit in it. Resident R5 stated
staff puts me in the day room a little before lunch, then I sit there until after dinner mostly every day.
Resident R5 stated this occurs five out of seven days a week and by the time the brief is changed it is soak
and wet. Some aides tell me, just go in the dayroom and poop and pee in your pants.
Review of Resident R5's June 2025 Documentation Survey Report v2 on 6/10/25, revealed the resident
was incontinent of bladder on the following dates:
-6/1/25, at 11:57 a.m.
-6/2/25, at 8:56 a.m.
-6/7/25, at 8:02 a.m.
-6/8/25, at 10:23 a.m.
-6/10/25, at 2:38 p.m.
A further review of Resident R5's June 2025 Documentation Survey Report v2 failed to include evidence
the resident was toileted on the night shift on 6/2/25, 6/5/25, and 6/7/25. The following was documented.
-6/1/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 11:56 a.m. then at 6:38 p.m. a total of 6 hours and 42 minutes later.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395471
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
06/10/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Armstrong Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
265 South McKean Street
Kittanning, PA 16201
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0600
-6/2/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 8:56 a.m. then at 6:03 p.m. a total of 9 hours and 7 minutes later.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
-6/3/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 9:03 a.m. then at 7:59 p.m. a total of 10 hours and 56 minutes later.
-6/4/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 11:42 a.m. then at 5:19 p.m. a total of 5 hours and 37 minutes later.
Residents Affected - Few
-6/5/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 9:56 a.m. then at 6:29 p.m. a total of 5 hours and 37 minutes later.
-6/6/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 7:57 a.m. then at 4:53 p.m. a total of 8 hours and 56 minutes later.
-6/7/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 9:12 a.m. then at 8:01 p.m. a total of 10 hours and 49 minutes later.
-6/8/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 10:23 a.m. then at 7:36 p.m. a total of 9 hours and 13 minutes later.
-6/9/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 6:16 a.m. then at 4:53 p.m. a total of 10 hours and 37 minutes later.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 5:10 p.m. the Nursing Home Administrator confirmed that the facility
failed to protect resident from neglect for two of four residents (Resident R4 and Resident R5).
28 Pa. Code 201.14(a) Responsibility of licensee
28 Pa. Code 211.10 (a) (d) Resident care policies
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Armstrong Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
265 South McKean Street
Kittanning, PA 16201
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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
review of clinical records, staff, and resident interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to provide
Activity of Daily Living (ADL) assistance, including eating and toileting for four of seven residents (Resident
R4, R5, R6, and R7).
Residents Affected - Some
Findings include:
Review of the facility's Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) policy dated 11/27/24, indicated care and services
such as eating, transferring, and toileting will be provided. A resident who is unable to carry out activities of
daily living will receive necessary services to maintain good nutrition, grooming, and personal and oral
hygiene.
Review of the facility's undated Certified Nursing Assistant job description revealed major duties and
responsibilities include performing activities of daily living (ADL) for residents in accordance with care plans
and established policies and procedures, assist nursing staff in carrying out toileting program activities, and
complete flow sheets daily to indicate the specified task was done. Additional tasks included to treat all
residents with dignity and respect, and to follow appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to
protect residents an themselves.
Review of Resident R4's admission record indicated resident was admitted to facility on 1/27/25, with the
diagnosis of chronic pain, hemiplegia (paralysis of one side of the body), and weakness.
Review of Residents R4's Minimum Data Set (MDS - a periodic assessment of care needs) dated 3/27/25,
indicated the diagnoses were current.
Review of Resident R4's care plan dated 3/23/25, revealed the resident was at risk for alternation in
nutrition and hydration. Interventions included to assist as needed, encourage food and fluid as ordered.
Review of Resident R4's Kardex (a documentation system that enables nurses to write, organize, and
easily reference key patient information that shapes their nursing care plan) on 6/10/25, revealed the
resident required assistance with meals as needed.
Review of undated facility documentation titled Total Feeds on 6/10/25, revealed Resident R4 must be fed
for meals.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 12:32 p.m. Nurse Aide, Employee E2 was asked how to know which
residents require assistance with meals. NA, Employee E2 stated It will populate a task, each person says
set up, assist, or supervision.
During an observation on 6/10/25, at 12:32 p.m. the lunch cart arrived to the 2C nursing unit.
During an observation on 6/10/25, at 12:33 p.m. staff began passing trays to residents on the unit.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 12:52 p.m. Resident R4 stated they don't come in to help. Resident R4
stated I asked NA, Employee E4 to put in my dentures and NA, Employee E4 wouldn't do it.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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395471
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
06/10/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Armstrong Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
265 South McKean Street
Kittanning, PA 16201
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
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Resident R4 stated I don't eat much, if I could feed myself, I would. That's why I am drinking Ensure.
Resident R4's dentures were observed on the bed side dresser, not in reach of the resident.
During an observation on 6/10/25, at 1:02 p.m. NA, Employee E4 was observed picking up trays and
placing them back on the lunch tray cart.
Residents Affected - Some
During observations completed on 6/10/25, from 12:21 p.m. to 1:03 p.m. Resident R4's door was closed. No
staff member entered Resident R4's room.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 1:04 p.m. NA, Employee E4 confirmed Resident R4 was not offered their
meal tray once the cart arrived to the floor.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 1:07 p.m. Registered Nurse (RN), E3 indicated the nurse aides are
expected to offer the residents meal once it arrives to the unit.
During an interview completed on 6/10/25, at 11:11 a.m. the Assistant Director of Nursing, Employee E1
confirmed that the facility failed to provide eating assistance for Resident R4.
Review of the clinical record revealed that Resident R5 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with
diagnoses of depression, anxiety, diabetes (occurs when your blood sugar is too high).
Review of Resident R5's MDS (Minimum Data Set, periodic assessment of resident care needs) dated
5/2/25, indicated diagnoses were current. Resident R5's Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS)
assessment revealed the resident had a BIMS of 15, cognitively intact.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 11:50 a.m. Resident R5 was sitting in a wheelchair in the resident's
common area and stated there is not enough staff. Resident R5 stated I have to wait a long time when I put
on my call bell, I have to be put on a bed pan, I have to wait a while to be put on, then I already go in my
pants. Resident R5 stated when I sit in the dayroom, I pee my pants and have to sit in it. Resident R5 stated
staff puts me in the day room a little before lunch, then I sit there until after dinner mostly every day.
Resident R5 stated this occurs five out of seven days a week and by the time the brief is changed it is soak
and wet. Some aides tell me, just go in the dayroom and poop and pee in your pants.
Review of Resident R5's June 2025 Documentation Survey Report v2 on 6/10/25, revealed the resident
was incontinent of bladder on the following dates:
-6/1/25, at 11:57 a.m.
-6/2/25, at 8:56 a.m.
-6/7/25, at 8:02 a.m.
-6/8/25, at 10:23 a.m.
-6/10/25, at 2:38 p.m.
A further review of Resident R5's June 2025 Documentation Survey Report v2 failed to include evidence
the resident was toileted on the night shift on 6/2/25, 6/5/25, and 6/7/25. The following was
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395471
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
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06/10/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Armstrong Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
265 South McKean Street
Kittanning, PA 16201
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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 0677
documented.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
-6/1/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 11:56 a.m. then at 6:38 p.m. a total of 6 hours and 42 minutes later.
-6/2/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 8:56 a.m. then at 6:03 p.m. a total of 9 hours and 7 minutes later.
Residents Affected - Some
-6/3/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 9:03 a.m. then at 7:59 p.m. a total of 10 hours and 56 minutes later.
-6/4/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 11:42 a.m. then at 5:19 p.m. a total of 5 hours and 37 minutes later.
-6/5/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 9:56 a.m. then at 6:29 p.m. a total of 5 hours and 37 minutes later.
-6/6/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 7:57 a.m. then at 4:53 p.m. a total of 8 hours and 56 minutes later.
-6/7/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 9:12 a.m. then at 8:01 p.m. a total of 10 hours and 49 minutes later.
-6/8/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 10:23 a.m. then at 7:36 p.m. a total of 9 hours and 13 minutes later.
-6/9/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 6:16 a.m. then at 4:53 p.m. a total of 10 hours and 37 minutes later.
Review of the clinical record revealed that Resident R6 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], and
readmitted on [DATE], with diagnoses of high blood pressure, diabetes, and cardiac arrythmia (irregular
heart rate).
Review of Resident R6's MDS (Minimum Data Set, periodic assessment of resident care needs) dated
5/6/25, indicated diagnoses were current.
Review of Resident R6's care plan revealed the resident required an assist of two staff members for
toileting.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 11:30 a.m. Resident R6 stated They won't help me when I need it.
Resident R6 stated At night, it's terrible here. Resident R6 stated Last night I had to wait a half hour. I got
out of bed myself, it's so hard to get someone. I wheeled myself out. I took myself to bathroom. I waited
forever to get back in bed. Resident R6 indicated every night I wait more than 30 minutes to use the
bathroom. The resident stated the call light is turned on, they come in and say they have to get someone
else, then they turn off the call light, then I still wait, and typically I fall asleep. It was indicated there is only
one aide on floor on overnights.
A review of Resident R6's June 2025 Documentation Survey Report v2 on 6/10/25, failed to include
evidence the resident was toileted for 14 of 27 shifts from 6/1/25, to 6/9/25.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395471
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
06/10/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Armstrong Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
265 South McKean Street
Kittanning, PA 16201
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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 0677
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Review of the clinical record revealed that Resident R7 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with
diagnoses of high blood pressure, diabetes, and depression.
Review of Resident R7's MDS (Minimum Data Set, periodic assessment of resident care needs) dated
5/24/25, indicated diagnoses were current.
Residents Affected - Some
Review of Resident R7's care plan dated 9/27/24, stated to encourage resident to sit on toilet to evacuate
bowels if possible.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 11:37 a.m. Resident R7 stated it can take staff a long time to respond to
call bells. The resident stated they need assistance with reconnecting the oxygen tubing when going to the
bathroom. Resident R7 indicated they have soiled themselves waiting to go to the bathroom. Resident R7
was asked how often that occurs and stated It happens a lot.
A review of Resident R7's June 2025 Documentation Survey Report v2 on 6/10/25, failed to include
evidence the resident was toileted for 12 of 27 shifts from 6/1/25, to 6/9/25.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 5:10 p.m. the Nursing Home Administrator confirmed that the facility
failed to provide Activity of Daily Living (ADL) assistance, including eating and toileting for four out of seven
residents (Resident R4, R5, R6, and R7).
28 Pa. Code: 201.14(a) Responsibility of licensee.
28 Pa. Code: 201.18(e)(2.1) Management.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Armstrong Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
265 South McKean Street
Kittanning, PA 16201
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0725
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in
charge on each shift.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
review of clinical records, facility policy, job descriptions, and resident and staff interviews, it was
determined that the facility failed to have sufficient staff to provide nursing services including toileting for
three of seven residents reviewed (Residents R5, R6, and R7).
Findings include:
Review of the facility's Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) policy dated 11/27/24, indicated care and services
such as transferring and toileting will be provided. A resident who is unable to carry out activities of daily
living will receive necessary services to maintain good grooming and personal hygiene.
Review of the facility's undated Certified Nursing Assistant job description revealed major duties and
responsibilities include performing activities of daily living (ADL) for residents in accordance with care plans
and established policies and procedures, assist nursing staff in carrying out toileting program activities, and
complete flow sheets daily to indicate the specified task was done. Additional tasks included to treat all
residents with dignity and respect, and to follow appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to
protect residents an themselves.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 10:58 a.m. Registered Nurse (RN), Employee E8 was asked if they had
a concern for staffing. RN, Employee E8 stated the facility uses a lot agency that is unreliable. RN,
Employee E8 stated I work once a week. RN, Employee E8 was asked if they have to stay later than there
scheduled shift on the days they work and RN, Employee E8 stated I have to stay later to document and
due to not having enough staff to fill the spots.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 11:18 a.m. Nurse Aide (NA), Employee E9 was asked if they had a
concern for staffing and replied, the only real problem is night shift. NA, Employee E9 stated generally there
is only one aide per unit. I feel a longer wait time for residents occurs when short staffed, anywhere from 15
to 30 minutes, maybe a little longer depending on the situation.
Review of the clinical record revealed that Resident R5 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with
diagnoses of depression, anxiety, diabetes (occurs when your blood sugar is too high).
Review of Resident R5's MDS (Minimum Data Set, periodic assessment of resident care needs) dated
5/2/25, indicated diagnoses were current. Resident R5's Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS)
assessment revealed the resident had a BIMS of 15, cognitively intact.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 11:50 a.m. Resident R5 was sitting in a wheelchair in the resident's
common area and stated there is not enough staff. Resident R5 stated I have to wait a long time when I put
on my call bell, I have to be put on a bed pan, I have to wait a while to be put on, then I already go in my
pants. Resident R5 stated when I sit in the dayroom, I pee my pants and have to sit in it. Resident R5 stated
staff puts me in the day room a little before lunch, then I sit there until after dinner mostly every day.
Resident R5 stated this occurs five out of seven days a week and by the time the brief is changed it is soak
and wet. Some aides tell me, just go in the dayroom and poop and pee in your pants.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395471
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
06/10/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Armstrong Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
265 South McKean Street
Kittanning, PA 16201
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0725
Review of Resident R5's June 2025 Documentation Survey Report v2 on 6/10/25, revealed the resident
was incontinent of bladder on the following dates:
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
-6/1/25, at 11:57 a.m.
Residents Affected - Some
-6/2/25, at 8:56 a.m.
-6/7/25, at 8:02 a.m.
-6/8/25, at 10:23 a.m.
-6/10/25, at 2:38 p.m.
A further review of Resident R5's June 2025 Documentation Survey Report v2 failed to include evidence
the resident was toileted on the night shift on 6/2/25, 6/5/25, and 6/7/25. The following was documented.
-6/1/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 11:56 a.m. then at 6:38 p.m. a total of 6 hours and 42 minutes later.
-6/2/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 8:56 a.m. then at 6:03 p.m. a total of 9 hours and 7 minutes later.
-6/3/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 9:03 a.m. then at 7:59 p.m. a total of 10 hours and 56 minutes later.
-6/4/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 11:42 a.m. then at 5:19 p.m. a total of 5 hours and 37 minutes later.
-6/5/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 9:56 a.m. then at 6:29 p.m. a total of 5 hours and 37 minutes later.
-6/6/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 7:57 a.m. then at 4:53 p.m. a total of 8 hours and 56 minutes later.
-6/7/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 9:12 a.m. then at 8:01 p.m. a total of 10 hours and 49 minutes later.
-6/8/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 10:23 a.m. then at 7:36 p.m. a total of 9 hours and 13 minutes later.
-6/9/25, Resident R5 was toileted at 6:16 a.m. then at 4:53 p.m. a total of 10 hours and 37 minutes later.
Review of the clinical record revealed that Resident R6 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], and
readmitted on [DATE], with diagnoses of high blood pressure, diabetes, and cardiac arrythmia (irregular
heart rate).
Review of Resident R6's MDS (Minimum Data Set, periodic assessment of resident care needs) dated
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395471
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
06/10/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Armstrong Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
265 South McKean Street
Kittanning, PA 16201
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0725
5/6/25, indicated diagnoses were current.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Review of Resident R6's care plan revealed the resident required an assist of two staff members for
toileting.
Residents Affected - Some
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 11:30 a.m. Resident R6 stated They won't help me when I need it.
Resident R6 stated At night, it's terrible here. Resident R6 stated Last night I had to wait a half hour. I got
out of bed myself, it's so hard to get someone. I wheeled myself out. I took myself to bathroom. I waited
forever to get back in bed. Resident R6 indicated every night I wait more than 30 minutes to use the
bathroom. The resident stated the call light is turned on, they come in and say they have to get someone
else, then they turn off the call light, then I still wait, and typically I fall asleep. Resident R6 stated there is
only one aide on floor on overnights.
Review of the clinical record revealed that Resident R7 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with
diagnoses of high blood pressure, diabetes, and depression.
Review of Resident R7's MDS (Minimum Data Set, periodic assessment of resident care needs) dated
5/24/25, indicated diagnoses were current.
Review of Resident R7's care plan dated 9/27/24, stated to encourage resident to sit on toilet to evacuate
bowels if possible.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 11:37 a.m. Resident R7 stated it can take staff a long time to respond to
call bells. The resident stated I need assistance with reconnecting the oxygen tubing when going to the
bathroom. Resident R7 indicated they have soiled themselves waiting to go to the bathroom. Resident R7
was asked how often that occurs and stated It happens a lot.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 1:11 p.m. the Assistant DIrector of Nursing (ADON), was notified of the
concerns realted to Resident R5, R6, and R7 not being toileted timely.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 5:10 p.m. the Nursing Home Administrator confirmed that the facility
failed to have sufficient staff to provide nursing services including toileting for three of seven residents
reviewed (Residents R5, R6, and R7).
28 Pa. Code 201.14(a) Responsibility of licensee
28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(1)(4)(5) Nursing services
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395471
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
06/10/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Armstrong Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
265 South McKean Street
Kittanning, PA 16201
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 0840
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Employ or obtain outside professional resources to provide services in the nursing home when the facility
does not employ a qualified professional to furnish a required service.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
review of clinical records, facility documents, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to
schedule an appointment for outside services in a timely manner for one of three residents (Resident R5).
Findings include:
Review of the clinical record revealed that Resident R5 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with
diagnoses of depression, anxiety, diabetes (occurs when your blood sugar is too high).
Review of Resident R5's MDS (Minimum Data Set, periodic assessment of resident care needs) dated
5/2/25, indicated diagnoses were current.
Review of Resident R5's physician order dated 5/23/25, indicated to consult dermatology for ongoing rash.
Review of Resident R5's clinical record revealed on 5/27/25, Medical Doctor, Employee E4 seen the
resident for a monthly follow up. The resident was complaining of their chronic rash, that is getting worse.
The resident's skin was observed to have a rash present, hands are scaly, very dry. It was indicated a skin
scraping was completed of the resident's left hand. A dermatologist consult has been ordered.
Review of Resident R5's clinical record revealed on 5/30/25, Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
(CRNP), Employee E5 evaluated the resident for follow up of the rash. The rash was negative for scabies.
Ongoing rash/pruritus to abdomen and left arm. It was indicated the resident was agreeable to a
dermatologist appointment.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 3:42 p.m. Resident R5 was observed with a rash on their face, upper
chest, and arms. Resident R5's hands were visible dry and scaly. Resident R5 stated They don ' t know
what it is. Resident R5 stated the rash had be ongoing for three weeks.
Review of Resident R5's clinical record on 6/10/25, failed to reveal evidence dermatology was consulted for
Resident R5's ongoing rash as ordered. A total of 18 days since Resident R5 was ordered a dermatology
consult.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 3:48 p.m. Scheduler, Employee E6 was asked if dermatology had been
consulted for Resident R5. Scheduler, Employee E6 stated I do handle appointments, and not that I am
aware of. Scheduler, Employee E6 confirmed the facility failed to timely consult dermatology as ordered.
During an interview on 6/10/25, at 5:10 p.m. the Nursing Home Administrator confirmed the facility failed to
schedule an appointment for outside services in a timely manner for one of two residents reviewed
(Resident R5).
28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(3) Nursing services
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