F 0610
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
review of facility policy, clinical record review, investigation documentation, and staff interviews, it was
determined that the facility failed to conduct a thorough investigation to rule out neglect and/or abuse for
one of three sampled residents (Resident R1).
Residents Affected - Few
Findings include:
Review of facility policy Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation dated 8/3/23, indicated it is the facility policy to
investigate all suspicions and incidents of neglect and injuries of unknown source. It was indicated written
statements must be obtained from the resident, if possible, the accused, and each witness. It was indicated
if there are no direct witnesses, then the interviews may be expanded.
The facility policy Fall Prevention and Management Policy last reviewed 7/1/23, indicated all falls will be
reviewed and investigated.
Review of the clinical record indicated that Resident R1's was admitted to the facility on [DATE].
Review of Resident R1's Minimum Data Set (MDS - a periodic assessment of care needs) dated 12/26/23,
indicated diagnoses fall, dementia (a term used to describe a group of symptoms affecting memory,
thinking and social abilities), generalized weakness.
Review of Resident R1's care plan dated 1/29/24, indicated the resident was at risk of falling.
Review of Resident R1's Event Report dated 2/5/24, entered by Registered Nurse, Employee E2 indicated
Resident R1 had a fall with minor injury. It was indicated the resident had a bump on her head.
Review of the facility's Post Fall Huddle (PFH) Form that was not dated or signed, indicated Resident R1
had a fall on 2/5/24, at 12:45 a.m. It was indicated Registered Nurse (RN), Employee E1, RN, Employee
E2, and Nurse Aide (NA), Employee E3 assisted the resident after the fall.
Review of Resident R1's investigation report failed to include NA, Employee E3's witness statement and a
statement from the resident.
During an interview on 2/21/24, at 12:59 p.m. the Director of Nursing and Nursing Home Administrator
confirmed that the facility failed to conduct a thorough investigation to rule out neglect and/or abuse as
required for one of three residents (Resident R1).
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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
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TITLE
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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
Caring Heights Community Care & Rehab Ctr
234 Coraopolis Road
Coraopolis, PA 15108
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F 0610
28 Pa. Code: 201.14 (a)(c)(e) Responsibility of licensee.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
28 Pa. Code: 201.18 (e)(1) Management.
Residents Affected - Few
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Caring Heights Community Care & Rehab Ctr
234 Coraopolis Road
Coraopolis, PA 15108
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F 0655
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being
admitted
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
review of clinical record, facility policy, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to develop
a baseline care plan that included interventions needed to provide effective and person-centered care for
one of three residents (Resident R1).
Findings include:
The facility policy Interim/Baseline Care Planning Policy last reviewed 7/1/23, indicated a baseline care plan
to meet the resident's immediate needs shall be developed within forty-eight hours of the resident's
admission.
Review of the admission record indicated Resident R1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with the
diagnoses of diagnoses fall, dementia (a term used to describe a group of symptoms affecting memory,
thinking and social abilities), and COVID (a contagious respiratory virus).
Review of Resident R1's John Hopkins Fall Risk dated 12/19/23, indicated the resident was a high fall risk.
Review of Resident R1's clinical record from 12/19/23, through 12/21/23, failed to include a baseline care
plan that was implemented. The to provide effective and person-centered care.
During an interview on 2/21/24, at 12:50 p.m. the Director of Nursing confirmed that the facility failed to
implement a baseline care plan for one of three residents (Resident R1).
28 Pa. Code: 211.11 (a)(c)(d) Resident care plan.
28 Pa. Code: 211.12(d)(1)(5) Nursing services
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395603
B. Wing
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/21/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Caring Heights Community Care & Rehab Ctr
234 Coraopolis Road
Coraopolis, PA 15108
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0684
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
review of facility policy, clinical records, and staff interviews it was determined that the facility failed to
provide needed care and services to prevent falls, provide an ongoing assessment post fall, and follow
physician orders for one of three residents (Resident R1).
Residents Affected - Few
Findings include:
The facility policy Fall Prevention and Management Policy last reviewed 7/1/23, indicated residents will be
assessed for fall risks on admission, quarterly, after any fall, and as needed. It was indicated if risks are
identified, preventive measures will be put in place and care planned. All falls will be reviewed and
investigated.
The facility policy Interim/Baseline Care Planning Policy last reviewed 7/1/23, indicated a baseline care plan
to meet the resident's immediate needs shall be developed within forty-eight hours of the resident's
admission.
Review of the clinical record indicated that Resident R1's was admitted to the facility on [DATE].
Review of Resident R1's Minimum Data Set (MDS - a periodic assessment of care needs) dated 12/26/23,
indicated diagnoses of history of falling, dementia (a term used to describe a group of symptoms affecting
memory, thinking and social abilities), and generalized weakness.
Review of Resident R1's physician order dated 12/19/23, indicated administer 2.5 mg Eliquis (blood
thinner) twice a day.
Review of Resident R1's John Hopkins Fall Risk assessment dated [DATE], indicated the resident was a
high fall risk.
Review of Resident R1's clinical record from 12/19/23, through 1/28/24, failed to include a focus and
interventions to prevent falls from occurring.
Review of Resident R1's care plan dated 1/25/24, indicated the resident is prescribed anticoagulant therapy
(medications that prevent the blood from clotting as quickly which increases the risk of bleeding), and
interventions indicated to protect the resident from injury and trauma. No further interventions to protect the
resident from injuries or trauma was documented.
Review of the facility's fall report dated 11/21/23, through 2/21/23, indicated Resident R1 had a fall on
1/27/24, 2/2/24, and 2/5/24.
Review of Resident R1's progress note dated 1/27/24, entered at 4:15 p.m. by Licensed Practical Nurse
(LPN), Employee E4 indicated
the resident was found sitting on the floor next to her bed, LPN called the RN to assess, no injuries noted.
The family and physician were notified.
Review of Resident R1's John Hopkins Fall Risk assessment dated [DATE], indicated the resident was a
high fall risk.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395603
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/21/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Caring Heights Community Care & Rehab Ctr
234 Coraopolis Road
Coraopolis, PA 15108
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0684
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Review of Resident R1's care plan dated 1/29/24, indicated the resident was at risk of falling. Interventions
included to wear non-skid footwear, give resident verbal reminders not to ambulate or transfer without
assistance, and keep call light and personal items frequently used in reach at all times. No further
interventions were implemented to prevent the resident from falling.
Review of Resident R1's progress note dated 2/2/24, entered at 5:24 p.m. by RN, Employee E5 indicated
upon being notified by a visitor, staff found resident sitting on the floor in front of a chair in the day lounge.
She was facing her wheelchair that was unlocked. Resident was unaware of what she was attempting to do.
No injuries were observed. The resident's daughter and physician were notified. It was indicated a physical
assessment was completed and neurological checks were initiated.
Review of Resident R1's Neurological Checks form dated 2/2/24, indicated a set of vital signs must be
obtained with each neurological check (assess an individual ' s neurological functions, motor and sensory
response, and level of consciousness) until the observation is completed. It was indicated to complete
neurological checks every 15 minutes for one hour, then every 30 minutes for two hours, then hourly for four
hours, then every four hours for 16 hours, then every eight hours for 56 hours. The facility staff failed to
obtain vital signs and complete a neurological check after the first assessment.
During an interview on 2/21/24, at 9:42 a.m. LPN, Employee E6 indicated if a resident has an unwitnessed
fall, neurological checks must be completed every 15 minutes, then half hour, then hourly, then every eight
hours for 72 hours.
During an interview on 2/21/24, at 11:25 a.m. LPN, Employee E6 confirmed the facility failed to obtain
Resident R1's vital signs and complete a neurological check after the first assessment on 2/2/24.
Review of Resident R1's John Hopkins Fall Risk assessment dated [DATE], indicated the resident was a
moderate fall risk. The assessment indicated the resident did not have a fall within the previous six months
and was on zero high risks medications. The facility failed to accurately complete Resident R1's fall risk
assessment.
Review of Resident R1's Event Report dated 2/5/24, entered by Registered Nurse, Employee E2 indicated
Resident R1 had a fall with minor injury. It was indicated the resident had a bump on her head.
Review of the facility's Post Fall Huddle (PFH) Form undated and unsigned, indicated Resident R1 had a
fall on 2/5/24, at 12:45 a.m.
Review of the facility's Focused Head to Toe Observation dated 2/5/24, entered at 1:38 a.m. indicated the
assessment was completed after the resident fell. It was indicated the resident did not have any alteration in
skin such as bruises.
Review of Resident R1's progress notes on 2/5/24, failed to include documentation regarding the resident's
fall.
Review of Resident R1's physician order dated 2/5/24, indicated to apply ice to the affected area of injury
post fall for 20 minutes, four times a day, for three days. It indicated to monitor for significant injury, and
notify the physician if severe swelling, bruising, or pain is present.
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AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395603
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/21/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Caring Heights Community Care & Rehab Ctr
234 Coraopolis Road
Coraopolis, PA 15108
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 0684
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Review of Resident R1's weekly skin note dated 2/6/24, indicated the resident had an existing skin issue. It
was documented the resident had left side head and face contusion. No further description was
documented.
Review of Resident R1's clinical record failed to indicate a physician was notified of the resident's bruising
to her left side head and face as ordered.
Review of Resident R1's late entry progress note entered by Nurse Practitioner, Employee E7 on 2/12/24,
dated 2/9/24, indicated the resident was seen for a fall review and follow up. It stated the resident had a
large hematoma (a solid swelling of clotted blood within the tissues) on the left side of her forehead that
was tender to touch, and left periorbital (around the eye) ecchymosis (occurs when blood leaks from a
broken capillary into surrounding tissue under the skin) and bruising.
During an interview on 2/21/24, at 12:59 p.m. the Director of Nursing and Nursing Home Administrator
confirmed that the facility provide needed care and services to prevent falls, provide an ongoing
assessment post fall, and follow physician orders for one of three residents (Resident R1).
28 Pa. Code: 211.10(c)(d) Resident care policies.
28 Pa. Code: 211.12(d)(1)(2)(3)(5) Nursing services.
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