F 0689
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to
prevent accidents.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
review of facility policy, clinical records, facility documents, resident and staff interviews, it was determined
the facility failed to keep Resident R96 free from hazards and provide the necessary monitoring and
supervision for a resident with known suicidal ideation and history of a suicide attempt for one of three
residents (Resident R96). This failure created an immediate jeopardy situation. Findings include: Review of
facility policy Suicide Threats dated 11/24, indicated resident suicide threats must be taken seriously and
immediately reported to the nurse supervisor charge nurse. A staff member must remain with the resident
until the nurse supervisor/charge nurse arrives to examine the resident. The resident will be placed on 1:1
observation until the acute episode has been resolved if the resident is capable of self-injury. The resident
shall remain on 1:1 monitoring until transfer from the facility for acute intervention or nursing assessment
has identified the resident is no longer a safety risk. The charge nurse or designees shall immediately notify
the resident's attending physician, and responsible party. Following the assessment of nursing staff will
remove any items with which the resident could use to harm self which may include, but not limited to call
bell cords (replace with tap bells), light and/or nurse call pull cords to be shorted to length no longer than
eight inches or replace with wooden or plastic type, and remove all plastic trash liners (including bathroom).
Review of facility policy Accidents and Incidents-Investigating and Reporting dated 11/24, revealed all
accidents or incidents occurring on the facility premises must be investigated and reported to the
administrator. Should you witness an accident or find it necessary to aid a resident post-accident you
should render assistance immediately. Regardless of how minor an accident or incident, it must be reported
to the nursing supervisor. Do not leave an accident victim unattended unless it is necessary to summon
assistance. Review of the clinical record revealed Resident R96 was admitted to the facility on [DATE].
Review of Resident R96's Minimum Data Set (MDS - a periodic assessment of care needs) dated 8/5/25,
revealed diagnoses of Depression and Adjustment Disorder with depressed mood. Review of Section
D0150. Resident Mood Interview revealed the resident had felt down, depressed, or hopeless nearly every
day. Review of Resident R96's progress note entered by Registered Nurse, Employee E13, dated 8/12/25,
at 2:59 p.m. revealed the resident was found with a phone cord wrapped around [his/her] neck. The resident
was pulling on the cord and expressed I want to kill myself. and I need help. The physician was notified, and
the resident was sent to hospital for further evaluation. Review of Resident R96's progress note dated
8/12/25, at 10:13 p.m. revealed the resident returned from the hospital. Review of Residents R96 care plan
dated 8/13/25, indicated the resident was a suicide risk as evidence by feelings/actions which indicate
suicidal ideation. Interventions included to tie down cords beneath bed, shorten call light and call bells so
it's within reach but not enough to get around [his/her] neck. Review of Resident R96's physician orders
revealed every 15 minutes checks (Q15 minute checks) were ordered on 8/13/25, for one day. Review of
Resident
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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.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing at Cheswick
3876 Saxonburg Boulevard
Cheswick, PA 15024
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0689
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Few
R96's clinical record failed to include evidence the resident was provided Q15 minute checks as ordered on
8/13/25. During an interview on 10/27/25, at 11:05 a.m. the Director of Nursing (DON) and Nursing Home
Administrator (NHA) confirmed the facility failed to provide evidence documentation the physician ordered
Q15 minute checks were completed as ordered. Review of Resident R96's late entry progress note dated
10/18/25, entered by Registered Nurse Supervisor, Employee E2, on 10/22/25, revealed Nurse Aide (NA),
Employee E1 entered Resident R96's room to complete care, and the resident wrapped the telephone cord
around [his/her] neck and expressed suicidal ideation. Resident R96 expressed wanting to die, was upset
and crying. Review of Resident R96's clinical record failed to include a physical assessment that was
completed or Q15 minute checks or a 1:1 was implemented after Resident R96 was found with a telephone
cord wrapped around their neck and expressed suicidal ideation on 10/18/25.Review of Resident R96's
hospital record dated 10/19/25, instructed the residents to follow up with psychiatry within one week.Review
of Resident R96 physician order dated 10/20/25, stated to see psychiatry as soon as possible.Review of
Resident R96 clinical record on 10/27/25, failed to include evidence the resident was seen by psychiatry as
ordered.Review of information submitted by the facility on 10/22/25, revealed a nurse aide reported when
they entered Resident R96's room to complete care on 10/22/25, the resident had their telephone cord
wrapped around their neck and expressed suicidal ideation. All call bells and bed controls have been
secured, and the facility will purchase a cordless phone for residents to use at bedside. Residents have a
continued safety care plan in place. Resident has an order for Q shift behavioral checks.During an
observation on 10/27/25, at 10:09 a.m. Resident R96 was observed resting in bed with a bed controller
wrapped around the positioner bar, not secured. Resident R96's bed was plugged into the wall and the cord
was unsecured. The television cord was observed hanging from the television to the wall outlet, the cord
was not secured. During an observation on 10/27/25, at 10:12 a.m. Resident R96's roommate was resting
in bed and was wearing oxygen tubing that was connected from [his/her] nostrils to the oxygen
concentrator located in-between Resident R96's bed. Resident R96's roommate bed controller and call bell
cord were not secured. Resident R96's roommate had a television cord that was unsecured. During
interview on 10/27/25, at 10:48 a.m. Registered Nurse Supervisor, Employee E2 confirmed Resident R96
was not assessed by a nurse after their suicide ideation on 10/18/25. During an interview on 10/27/25, at
11:05 a.m. the Director of Nursing indicated staff must stay with resident if suicidal, then an order for every
15 minutes or 1:1 is obtained. During an interview on 10/27/25, at 11:07 a.m. the Nursing Home
Administrator confirmed the facility failed to provide evidence Q15 minutes checks and/or 1:1 supervision
was completed for Resident R96's suicidal ideation on 10/18/25. During an observation and interview on
10/27/25, at 11:21 a.m. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Employee E3 confirmed Resident R96's cords
were not secured. LPN, Employee E3 stated if a resident has suicide ideation, they must be placed on Q15
minute checks for 24 to 48 hours until evaluated by psychiatric services. An incident report must be
completed, and an assessment is completed by nurse or supervisor, and physician is notified. LPN,
Employee E96 confirmed the facility failed to keep a resident free from hazards and provided the necessary
monitoring and supervision for a resident with known suicidal ideation and history of suicide attempt
(Resident R96). During a phone interview on 10/27/25, at 1:16 p.m. Nurse Aide, Employee E1 stated on
10/18/25, they went in to do care and Resident R96 was observed with a cord wrapped around their neck
twice. NA, Employee E1 stated they told the residents to take it off their neck and the residents started
crying. I didn't really think too much to tell anyone. NA, Employee E1 stated I told someone later that same
day. NA, Employee E1 indicated RN Supervisor, Employee E2 was notified about Resident R96 while
having a conversation later that day. NA, Employee E1 confirmed Resident
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395538
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/31/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing at Cheswick
3876 Saxonburg Boulevard
Cheswick, PA 15024
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0689
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Few
R96 did not have Q15 minutes checks or a 1:1 supervision implemented after the incident on 10/18/25. NA,
Employee E1 stated I am not aware where to document it, I never have a 1:1 in that facility. On 10/27/25, at
2:01 p.m., the NHA and DON were made aware that Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) existed. The NHA provided
the IJ Template, the facility failed to keep a resident free from hazards and provided the necessary
monitoring and supervision for a resident with known suicidal ideation and history of suicide attempt
(Resident R96), and a corrective action plan was requested. On 10/27/25, at 4:35 p.m. an acceptable
Corrective Action Plan was received which included the following interventions: Immediate Action: The
facility will keep residents free from hazards and self-harm and monitor and supervise residents identified
at risk for suicidal ideations. -Resident R96 will be provided with a safe environment by securing bed control
cord, call bell cord, and telephone cord so cords are not accessible to resident to harm self. Roommate's
cords have also been secured. The room has also been checked for any other hazardous items to ensure a
safe environment. Physician orders for monitoring resident BP will be completed by nursing staff every 15
minutes to ensure resident safety. Residents will be evaluated by psychiatric services for safety on
10/27/25. Care plan will be reviewed and updated by 10/27/25. Completed on 10/27/25 by EOD. -The
Director of Nursing or designee will complete a house audit by end of day 10/27/25 of all residents for
suicidal ideations. A resident questionnaire on suicidal ideation will be used for all residents with a BIMS of
9 or above. Residents with a BIMS of 8 or below, a resident skin check and review of risk management to
determine resident's safety. -Care plans will be updated to reflect the residents' current condition by
Licensed Practical Nurse Assessment Coordinator (LNAC) or designee by end of day 10/27/25. - A house
audit of environment will be completed by Environmental Services Supervisor or designee by end of day
10/27/25 to validate no hazards are identified for residents with suicidal ideations. -The NHA, DON and
Regional Clinical Consultant will review and update the facility policy and procedures for Suicidal Threats
and Supervision of Residents with suicidal ideations on 10/27/25 by end of day. -All staff will be re-educated
before their next scheduled shift on the facility policy and procedures for Suicidal Threats, Care Plans and
Supervision of residents identified with suicidal ideations on 10/28/25 by end of day. -All incidents and
accidents will be reviewed daily and results reported to the Monthly Quality Assurance and Process
Improvement Committee for review and frequency of audits. Resident R96 room was assessed on
10/29/25, and bed control cords, call bell cords, and telephone cords were not accessible to resident to
harm self. The resident's roommate also had cords secured. Review of the physician order revealed the
resident has been ordered Q15 minute safety checks on 10/27/25. Review of Q15 minute check sheet
revealed facility completed Q15 minute check as ordered. The resident was evaluated by psychiatrist
services on 10/27/25, and revealed the resident is not at risk of harm at that time. A house audit was
completed on 10/28/25, of 100/100 residents. Residents with BIMS of 9 or above were asked a
questionnaire of three questions that included if they had a history of suicidal ideation, if they are having
thoughts of hurting themselves, and if so, what is their plan. Residents were also asked if they felt safe.
Residents who have BIMS of 8 or below were assessed by Registered Nurse and a body check was
completed. 3/100 residents were identified as suicidal ideation risk. 3/3 residents care plans were updated
on 10/28/25, to include their suicidal ideation risk and individualized interventions to prevent harm. A final
house audit was completed on 10/29/25, by NHA and DON. During an observation on 10/29/25, from 11:00
a.m. to 11:05 a.m. 3/3 residents' room no hazards were identified. Facility Suicide Threats policy was
revised on 10/27/25, to include supervision of residents. A staff member must remain with the resident until
the nurse supervisor/charge nurse arrives to examine residents. The resident will be placed on 1:1
observation until the acute episode has been
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395538
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/31/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing at Cheswick
3876 Saxonburg Boulevard
Cheswick, PA 15024
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 0689
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Few
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resolved. The facility's MDS/RAI/Care Planning policy was reviewed on 10/27/25, and no changes were
made. 113/113 in-house staff and the facility utilizes one staffing agency. 21/31 agency staff were educated.
During in-person interviews completed on 10/29/25, from 9:37 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. 16 in-house staff
members (nursing and ancillary) confirmed they were educated on the facility policy and procedures for
suicidal threats, supervision, and care plans of residents. During phone interviews completed on 10/29/25,
from 9:46 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. 9 staff members confirmed they were educated on suicide risks, supervision,
and care planning. Facility will ensure all agency staff members verify education prior to the start of their
next scheduled shift. The facility's next scheduled QA is 11/18/2025. The Immediate Jeopardy was lifted on
10/29/25, at 11:14 a.m. when the action plan implementation was verified. During an interview on 10/31/25,
at 2:15 p.m. the NHA confirmed the facility failed to keep a resident free from hazards and provide the
necessary monitoring and supervision for a resident with known suicidal ideation and history of suicide
attempt for one of three residents (Resident R96). This failure created an immediate jeopardy situation. 28
Pa. Code 201.14(a) Responsibility of licensee.28 Pa. Code 201.18(b)(1)(e)(1) Management.28 Pa. Code
211.10(d) Resident care policies.28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(1)(3)(5) Nursing services.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395538
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/31/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing at Cheswick
3876 Saxonburg Boulevard
Cheswick, PA 15024
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0742
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental
disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress
disorder.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
clinical records and facility policy review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to
ensure that a resident who displayed mental or psychosocial adjustment difficulties received appropriate
treatment and services for one of three residents (Resident R96).Based on clinical records and facility
policy review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that a resident who
displayed mental or psychosocial adjustment difficulties received appropriate treatment and services for
one of three residents (Resident R96).Findings include: Review of facility policy Suicide Threats dated
11/24, indicated resident suicide threats must be taken seriously and immediately reported to the nurse
supervisor charge nurse. A staff member must remain with the resident until the nurse supervisor/charge
nurse arrives to examine the resident. A behavioral health professional consult is indicated whenever the
resident suggests suicide. Review of the clinical record indicated Resident R96 was admitted to the facility
on [DATE]. Review of Resident R96's Minimum Data Set (MDS - a periodic assessment of care needs)
dated 8/5/25, revealed diagnoses of depression and adjustment disorder with depressed mood. Section
D0150. Resident Mood Interview revealed the resident had felt down, depressed, or hopeless nearly every
day. Residents R96 care plan dated 8/13/25, indicated the resident was a suicide risk as evidence by
feelings/actions which indicate suicidal ideation. Information the facility submitted to the Department of
Health revealed on 10/18/25, Nurse Aide (NA), Employee E1 entered Resident R96's room to complete
care, and the resident was attempting to wrap their telephone cord around their neck and expressing
suicidal ideation. Resident R96 expressed wanting to die, was upset and crying. Review of Resident R96's
October Medication Administration Record revealed the facility monitors Resident R96 for suicidal
ideations. Review of documentation on 10/18/25, failed to include documentation that the resident displayed
suicidal ideations. The facility documented no, the resident did not display any behavioral issues on any
shift on 10/18/25. Review of Resident R96's hospital record dated 10/19/25, instructed the residents to
follow up with psychiatry within one week. Review of Resident R96 physician order dated 10/20/25, stated
to see psychiatry as soon as possible. Review of Resident R96 clinical record on 10/27/25, failed to include
evidence the resident was seen by psychiatry as ordered. During an interview on 10/27/25, at 10:48 a.m.
Registered Nurse, Employee E2 confirmed a RN failed to assess the resident immediately after suicide
attempt on 10/18/25. During an interview on 10/27/25, at 11:05 a.m. the Director of Nursing stated if
someone expresses suicidal ideation, a staff member should stay with the resident until someone is
notified. Safety is always number one, nursing skin and pain assessment should be conducted, and the
resident is monitored either 1:1 or Q15 minutes check after assessed. Psych should be consulted. During
an interview on 10/27/25, at 11:08 a.m. the Nursing Home Administrator and Director of Nursing confirmed
the facility failed to ensure that a resident who displayed mental or psychosocial adjustment difficulties
received appropriate treatment and services for one of three residents (Resident R96). 28 Pa. Code
201.18(b)(1) Management.28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(3)(5) Nursing services.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395538
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/31/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing at Cheswick
3876 Saxonburg Boulevard
Cheswick, PA 15024
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0868
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on facility policy review, review of Quality Assurance attendance records, and staff interview, it was
determined that the facility failed to conduct Quality Assessment and Assurance (QAA) meetings at least
quarterly with all the required committee members for one of four quarterly meetings (Quarter Three of
2025). Findings Include: The facility Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement policy dated 9/4/25,
indicated the facility will conduct quality assurance/improvement and assessment committee meeting at
least quarterly to identify areas of service that are non-complaint, or with potential for improvement. Review
of Quality assurance and Performance Improvement sign in sheets and attendance records for Quarter
Three of 2025, failed to reveal the Infection Preventionist, Director of Nursing, and Medical Director were in
attendance. During an interview on 10/31/25, at 12:59 p.m. the Nursing Home Administrator confirmed that
the facility failed to conduct Quality Assessment and Assurance (QAA) meetings at least quarterly with all
the required committee members for one of four quarterly meetings (Quarter three of 2025), as required. 28
Pa Code: 201.18(e)(1)(2)(3)(4) Management.
Residents Affected - Few
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