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Inspection visit

Inspection

SOUTHWESTERN NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTERCMS #3957422 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.

F 0689 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm 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 policies, clinical records, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide adequate bed mobility supervision for one of three residents (Resident R6). Findings include: Review of American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine - Caregiver Guide and Instructions for Safe Bed Mobility published 4/28/17, indicated bed mobility refers to activities such as scooting in bed, rolling, side-lying to sitting, and sitting to lying down. The Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) User's Manual, which gives instructions for completing Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments (mandated assessments of a resident's abilities and care needs), dated October 2018, indicated that Section G: Functional Status, Question G0110 A indicates Bed Mobility is how the resident moves to and from lying position, turns side to side, and positions body while in bed. The RAI User's Manual further defines bathing as solely how the resident takes a full body bath, shower or sponge bath, including transfers in and out of the tub or shower. Review of the facility policy Falls - Clinical Protocol dated 10/31/22, indicated The staff and practitioner will review each resident's risk factors for falling and document in the medical record. Review of Resident R6's admission record indicated she was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of Resident R6's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments (mandated assessment of a resident's abilities and care needs) dated 3/6/23, indicated diagnoses of heart failure (a progressive heart disease that affects pumping action of the heart muscles), abnormalities of gait and mobility, and muscle weakness. Review of Resident R6's admission MDS assessments dated 1/2/23, and 3/6/23, Section G - Functional Status, indicated that Resident R6 required extensive physical assistance of two or more persons for bed mobility. Review of Resident R6's current plan of care for ADL self-care performance initiated 12/9/22, failed to reveal any goals or interventions related to bed mobility, or the staff assistance level required. (continued on next page) 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: If continuation sheet Page 1 of 4 Event ID: 395742 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 395742 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 06/06/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Southwestern Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 500 North Lewis Run Road Pittsburgh, PA 15122 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 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Review of Resident R6's [NAME] (document that outlines the patients' ADLs, continence levels, and behaviors, as well as physician, advanced directives, diet, and allergies) utilized by nurse aide staff dated 4/30/23, failed to include the staff assistance level required for bed mobility. Review of the physical therapy Discharge summary dated [DATE], indicated that Resident R6 required assistance during bed mobility. Review of a progress note written dated 5/1/23, at 2:03 p.m. indicated that a nurse aide informed her that Resident R6 had fallen out of bed during a brief change and hygiene care. No injuries were noted at that time. The note further indicated that Resident R6 was sent to the hospital. Review of a progress note dated 5/1/23, at 6:18 p.m. indicated Resident R6 returned to the facility with no fractures and no new orders. During an interview on 6/4/23, at 3:40 p.m. the Nursing Home Administrator confirmed that the facility failed to provide adequate bed mobility supervision for one of three residents. 28 Pa. Code 201.14(a) Responsibility of licensee. 28 Pa. Code 201.18(b)(1)(e)(1) Management. 28 Pa. Code 201.20(b)(1) Staff Development. 28 Pa. Code 201.29(a) Resident rights. 28 Pa. Code 211.10(c)(d) Resident care policies. 28 Pa. Code 211.11(d) Resident care plan. 28 Pa Code 211.12(d)(1)(2)(5) Nursing services. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 395742 If continuation sheet Page 2 of 4 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 395742 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 06/06/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Southwestern Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 500 North Lewis Run Road Pittsburgh, PA 15122 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 0810 Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy, observations, and staff interviews it was determined that the facility failed to provide adaptive feeding devices for five of seven residents (Resident R1, R2, R3, R4, and R5). Residents Affected - Some Findings include: Review of the facility policy Food and Nutrition Services dated 10/31/22, indicated that nursing staff will ensure that assistive devices are available to residents as needed. Review of the clinical record indicated Resident R1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS, periodic assessment of resident care needs) dated 4/27/23, included diagnoses of dementia (a group of symptoms that affects memory, thinking and interferes with daily life) and dysphagia (difficulty swallowing). During an observation of Resident R1 on 6/5/23, at 12:50 p.m. Resident R1's meal ticket indicated that she was to be provided a two-handled cup with a lid. Observation indicated that a lid was not provided on the cup, containing coffee. Review of the clinical record indicated Resident R2 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of the MDS dated [DATE], included diagnoses of dementia and osteoarthritis (degeneration of the joint causing pain and stiffness). During an observation of Resident R2 on 6/5/23, at 12:54 p.m. Resident R2's meal ticket indicated that she was to be provided built-up utensils. Observation indicated that built up utensils were not provided for the noon meal. Review of the clinical record indicated Resident R3 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of the MDS dated [DATE], included diagnoses of malnutrition (lack of sufficient nutrients in the body) and muscle weakness. During an observation of Resident R3 on 6/5/23, at 12:59 p.m. Resident R3's meal ticket indicated that she was to be a two-handled cup with a lid. Observation revealed that a two-handled cup was not provided. Review of the clinical record indicated Resident R4 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of the MDS dated [DATE], included diagnoses of malnutrition and dementia. During an observation of Resident R4 on 6/5/23, at 1:03 p.m. Resident R4's meal ticket indicated that she was to be a two-handled cup with a straw. Observation revealed that a two-handled cup was not provided. Review of the clinical record indicated Resident R5 was readmitted to the facility on [DATE]. (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 395742 If continuation sheet Page 3 of 4 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 395742 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 06/06/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Southwestern Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 500 North Lewis Run Road Pittsburgh, PA 15122 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 0810 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Review of the MDS dated [DATE], included diagnoses of heart failure (a progressive heart disease that affects pumping action of the heart muscles) and muscle weakness. During an observation of Resident R5 on 6/5/23, at 1:10 p.m. Resident R5's meal ticket indicated that she was to be a two-handled cup with a lid. Observation revealed that a two-handled cup was not provided. Residents Affected - Some During an interview on 6/5/23, at 3:40 p.m. Nursing Home Administrator confirmed that the facility failed to provide the correct adaptive equipment to five residents. 28 Pa Code: 211.6(a) Dietary service. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 395742 If continuation sheet Page 4 of 4

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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.

  • 0689GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F689 - Accidents

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

  • 0810GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    F810 - Assistive devices

    Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the June 6, 2023 survey of SOUTHWESTERN NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER?

This was a inspection survey of SOUTHWESTERN NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER on June 6, 2023. The surveyor cited 2 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at SOUTHWESTERN NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER on June 6, 2023?

Yes, 2 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents."

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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