F 0679
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
clinical record review and resident and staff interviews, it was determined the facility failed to provide an
ongoing program of activities designed to meet the needs, interests, preferences,and functional abilities of
four residents out of 18 sampled residents (Residents 18, 16, 19, and 13).
Residents Affected - Some
Findings include:
A review of the facility census at the time of survey ending December 20, 2024, revealed a census of 90
residents. Review of the average age of residents indicated that 18 residents were under the age of 60.
Review of the facility assessment revealed that 80-85 of 90 residents had some mental health diagnoses.
A review of Resident council meeting minutes revealed during the November 2024 meeting, residents had
voiced a concern with the Activities program. Specifically, residents stated the facility plays bingo but that
instead of prizes they are given bingo bucks which then can be redeemed for prizes. Residents stated the
prizes were used items and not what they would like. Further residents were told during this meeting the
facility does not have an activity budget.
During an interview with the Activity Director on December 18, 2024, at approximately 10:00 a.m., revealed
she started in August 2024. She stated she does not have a budget, but when she needs anything she
purchases items and is reimbursed for these items. The bingo prizes have been items donated to the
facility.
During a group meeting on December 18, 2024, at 10:30 a.m., with four alert and oriented residents, three
of the 4 residents (Residents 18, 16, and 19) confirmed concerns with the activities program. Stating the
Bingo prizes are used items but more importantly activities in general do not meet their interests or
preferences, are boring and not engaging.
A review of the clinical record revealed that Resident 18 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with
diagnoses that included morbid obesity.
A quarterly Minimum Data Set assessment (MDS - a federally mandated standardized assessment process
completed at specific intervals to plan resident care) dated October 3, 2024, indicated the resident was
cognitively intact with a BIMS (Brief Interview of Mental Status-a tool to assess cognitive function) score of
15 (a score of 13-15 indicates intact cognition).
Further review conducted during the survey ending December 20, 2024, revealed the resident's activity
preferences had not been reviewed since July of 2023.
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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
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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Ridgeview Healthcare & Rehab Center
200 Pennsylvania Avenue
Shenandoah, PA 17976
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F 0679
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
A review of the clinical record revealed Resident 16 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses
to include bipolar disorder (a mental health condition that causes extreme mood swings. These include
emotional highs, also known as mania or hypomania, and lows, also known as depression).
Review of Resident 16's annual MDS assessment dated [DATE], indicated the resident was cognitively
intact with a BIMS score of 14.
A review of the clinical record revealed Resident 19 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], and has
diagnoses to include depression.
Review of Resident 19's quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE], indicated the resident was cognitively
intact with a BIMS score of 15.
A review of the clinical record revealed that Resident 13 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], and has
diagnoses to include alcohol dependence and dementia (the loss of cognitive functioning - thinking,
remembering, and reasoning - to such an extent that it interferes with a person's daily life and activities).
Review of Resident 13's quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE], indicated the resident was mildly
cognitively impaired with a BIMS score of 12.
Further review conducted during the survey ending December 20, 2024, revealed the resident's activity
preferences had not been reviewed since June of 2023.
Review of the facility's Activity Calendars for October 2024, November 2024 and December 2024, and
through survey ending December 20, 2024, indicated the scheduled activities provided did not offer variety
and include programming designed for the younger residents.
Interview with the activity director on December 18, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., revealed there are no specific
activities for the younger population and no activities directed towards the mental health needs of residents.
The facility failed to develop and implement a program of activities to meet the varied preferences, interests
and cognitive and functional abilities and needs of the resident population, including offering activities
designed for higher functioning younger residents.
Refer F838
28 Pa. Code 201.29 (a) Resident rights
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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Ridgeview Healthcare & Rehab Center
200 Pennsylvania Avenue
Shenandoah, PA 17976
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F 0689
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
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 a
review of clinical records, select facility investigative reports, and staff interview, it was determined the
facility failed to implement effective interventions, including staff supervision, to promote resident safety and
prevent repeated falls for one resident (Resident 52) and further failed to implement effective interventions
to prevent a fall for one resident (Resident 49) of four sampled residents and failed to maintain a safe
environment in one of 3 resident shower rooms on the third floor.
Findings include:
A review of the clinical record revealed that Resident 52 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with
diagnoses to include Huntington's disease (an inherited condition that affects brain cells and causes
physical and emotional changes that get worse over time).
A quarterly Minimum Data Set assessment (MDS- a federally mandated standardized assessment process
conducted periodically to plan resident care) dated August 9, 2024, indicated the resident exhibited a
severe cognitive impairment with a BIMS score of 7 (Brief Interview for Mental Status - a tool to assess
cognitive function; a score of 0-7 indicates severe cognitive impairment) and required extensive staff
assistance for mobility, transfers, and toileting.
Review of the Resident's Fall Risk Evaluation dated September 20, 2024, revealed the resident was at risk
for falls related to a history of three or more falls, decreased muscular coordination, and being chair bound.
Review of the resident's care plan initially dated July 22, 2021, indicated the resident was at risk for falls
due to gait/balance problems, Huntington's disease, and impulsive behavior. Planned interventions to keep
the resident free of injury were to anticipate and meet the resident's needs, be sure call light is within reach,
ensure wearing appropriate footwear, and every 15-minute safety checks.
Review of an investigative report provided by the facility, dated October 9, 2024, at 10:04 PM revealed the
resident's alarm sounded, and the resident was found in between the Broda chair (reclining padded
wheelchair) and the roommate's wheelchair. A quarter sized area of redness was noted on the resident's
left forehead. As a result of the fall the resident was placed in front of the nurses' station for close
observation.
Review of an investigative report provided by the facility dated October 28, 2024, at 6:30 PM revealed staff
heard a bang in the resident's bathroom, entered the room, and observed the resident on her right side on
the floor in the bathroom. No injuries were noted at this time. Planned new interventions included to monitor
the resident frequently for safety purposes, monitor at nurses' station, and check and change/toilet
frequently.
Review of an investigative report provided by the facility dated December 1, 2024, at 11:15 AM revealed
staff found the resident on the floor close to the bathroom door sitting upright. No injuries were noted at this
time. The resident was placed in her recliner chair at the nurses' station.
Review of an investigative report provided by the facility dated December 4, 2024, at 8:30 PM
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Ridgeview Healthcare & Rehab Center
200 Pennsylvania Avenue
Shenandoah, PA 17976
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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 - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
revealed another resident who was visiting the resident's roommate alerted staff that Resident 52 had fallen
backwards on to the floor and hit her head on the bedside table. No visible injuries were noted at the time.
The immediate intervention was to remove the bedside table out of the resident's room due to safety
hazard.
Despite the resident's severe cognitive impairment and poor safety awareness, the facility failed to
demonstrate the provision of sufficient staff supervision and appropriate interventions, at the level and
frequency required to prevent repeated falls. The facility planned approaches, such as using a call light,
relied on the resident's cognitive abilities, which were not consistent with the resident's documented
impairment level. The facility could not provide documented evidence of adequate supervision or effective
interventions to prevent the resident's repeated falls.
Interview with the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) on December 20, 2024, at 9:00 AM failed to provide
documented evidence that the facility provided sufficient supervision and effective safety measures for
Resident 52 to prevent repeated falls.
A review of the clinical record revealed that Resident 49 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with
diagnoses to include dementia (a condition characterized by progressive or persistent loss of intellectual
functioning, especially with impairment of memory and abstract thinking, and often with personality change)
and CVA (cardiovascular accident -stroke).
A quarterly MDS dated [DATE], indicated the resident exhibited moderate cognitive impairment with a BIMS
score of 9 (a score of 8-12 indicates moderate cognitive impairment) and was dependent on staff for
wheelchair mobility.
Review of a facility investigative report dated December 4, 2024, at 6:15 PM revealed the resident was in
the dining room, stood up from wheelchair, and when attempting to sit back down the wheelchair rolled
away from the resident. The resident landed on his back, striking his head against the base of the fish tank.
The resident was assessed and found to have no immediate injuries. An anti-roll back device was applied to
wheelchair as an intervention.
Further review of the investigation revealed staff failed to ensure the wheelchair locks were engaged when
positioning the resident at the dining room table. This oversight directly contributed to the resident's fall.
Interview with the director of rehab on December 20, 2024, at approximately 10:30 AM confirmed the
resident's wheelchair locks should have been engaged by staff when staff positioned the resident at the
dining room table prior to the fall to prevent the wheelchair from rolling.
Interview with the Nursing Home Administrator on December 20, 2024, at approximately 11:00 AM failed to
provide documented evidence that measures were taken to ensure the locks were engaged prior to the
incident.
The facility failed to ensure the safety of Residents 52 and 49 by not implementing and maintaining effective
fall prevention measures, including proper supervision and equipment use which increased the risk of injury
and compromised resident safety.
Clinical record review revealed that Resident 41 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnosis to
include Bipolar disorder ( formerly called manic depression, is a mental health condition
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Ridgeview Healthcare & Rehab Center
200 Pennsylvania Avenue
Shenandoah, PA 17976
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F 0689
that causes extreme mood swings)
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
A review of a care plan dated March 25, 2024 revealed the resident sometimes refuses showers on the
scheduled days of the week and scheduled times. Also the care plan noted she may shower independently
and shower on other days and times not scheduled. There were no noted interventions regarding
showering independently.
Residents Affected - Some
On December 18, 2024, at 2:36 A.M., a nurse's note indicated Resident 41 requested assistance in setting
up the shower room so she could shower independently. Nursing staff honored the request. After the
shower, Resident 41 emerged yelling that she had been burned by the water. She reported letting the water
run for two minutes before entering, initially finding it at an appropriate temperature. However, during the
shower, the water temperature fluctuated unexpectedly between hot and cold. She stated that at one point,
the water became boiling, causing burns on the right lateral lower leg and the top of her right foot. Nursing
staff assessed the resident but observed no redness, warmth, or blistering. Ice was provided, and Tylenol
was administered for reported pain. No water temperatures were recorded at the time of the incident.
At 8:10 A.M. on December 18, 2024, facility maintenance tested the water temperature on the third floor at
5:50 A.M. and found it to be within normal limits. Nursing staff completed an every two-hour skin
assessment protocol for 24 hours, and no evidence of burns, blisters, or increased redness was noted to
Resident 41.
The survey team was informed of the incident December 18, 2024, at 9 A.M. An investigation was initiated,
and water temperatures were measured in all facility shower rooms. On the second floor, three showers
and sinks were within acceptable ranges. On the third floor, two out of three showers and sinks also had
temperatures within normal limits, but the shower room near room [ROOM NUMBER] showed elevated
water temperatures. Resident room sink temperatures on second and third floors were within normal
ranges.
During an interview at approximately 11:00 A.M., the maintenance director acknowledged an issue with one
of the facility's boilers, which according to the plumber, could not be repaired for several days. The shower
room in question was closed until repairs were completed.
On December 19, 2024, at 10:00 A.M., Residents 78 and 48, who are cognitively intact, reported that they
shower independently. They described staff assistance as limited to providing supplies, such as towels and
clothing, and stated that staff did not remain in the shower room or check water temperatures before they
began. Both residents noted that water temperatures would initially be comfortable but could become hot
during the shower.
Interviews revealed no evidence that staff checked water temperatures before resident showers. The
Nursing Home Administrator confirmed at 10:30 A.M. on December 18, 2024, that the third-floor shower
room's water temperature was inconsistent. She also confirmed that water temperatures were not
measured at the time of the incident.
During an interview December 18, 2024 at 10:15 A.M., Employee 2 (agency NA) stated that prior to a
resident shower, she will put her hand under the running shower water to feel if it is comfortable. She
confirmed that she does not take a water temperature prior to a resident shower. She further confirmed that
if a resident is independent for showering, her assistance was limited to providing their belongings and
leaving the shower room.
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(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395929
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/20/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Ridgeview Healthcare & Rehab Center
200 Pennsylvania Avenue
Shenandoah, PA 17976
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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F 0689
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
On December 20, 2024, at 10:00 A.M., the Director of Nursing could not confirm how many residents were
classified as independent shiverers. He acknowledged that no assessments had been conducted to
evaluate whether these residents could safely shower independently and could not define the criteria for
independent showering.
Residents Affected - Some
28 Pa. Code 201.18 (b)(1)(e)(1) Management.
28 Pa. Code 211.12 (c)(d)(1)(3)(5) Nursing services
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Ridgeview Healthcare & Rehab Center
200 Pennsylvania Avenue
Shenandoah, PA 17976
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0836
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in
compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted
professional standards.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on the
facility's accounts payable ledger and staff interviews, it was determined the facility failed to comply with
Federal, State, and Local laws and professional standards by not ensuring timely payment for goods and
services necessary for daily operations.
Findings include:
The 28 PA Code Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Long Term Care Licensure Regulations, subsection
201.14(g), dated July 1, 2023, revealed a facility owner shall pay in a timely manner bills incurred in the
operation of a facility that are not in dispute and that are for services without which the resident's health and
safety are jeopardized.
A review of the current outstanding accounts payable ledger revealed outstanding balances as of
December 20, 2024, for greater than 121 days beyond terms of payment which include:
Allstate Pest Management: $1,969.48
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: $16,000.00
Concept Medical: $2,681.31
E. Copier Solutions: $1,372.66
[NAME] Medical Center: $2,576.65
General Healthcare Resources: $19,771.26
Geri Medix: $7,539.46
HD Supply Facilities Maintenance: $1,337.37
Integrated Medical Group LLC: $1,850.00
[NAME] Valley Hospital: $3,395.75
National Care Systems LLC: $2,520.00
Nutro Co: $24,324.00
[NAME] Elevator: $4,243.42
Respiratory Care Practices Inc.: $6,060.90
[NAME] J. Thurick, DO: $1,850.00
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395929
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/20/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Ridgeview Healthcare & Rehab Center
200 Pennsylvania Avenue
Shenandoah, PA 17976
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0836
Schuylkill Plus!: $2,435.00
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
SEIU Healthcare PA Health and Welfare Plan: $172.35
SEIU Union Dues: $1,835.55
Residents Affected - Some
SEIU Training Fund: $19,525.02
Select Ambulance: $25,393.95
[NAME] RX: $1,197.86
Total Plan Concepts: $226,751.24
West Mahanoy Township Tax Collector: $71,758.10
[NAME] Foods: $11,779.43
Selective Insurance: $6,472.00
Advanced Audiology: $3,800.00
During an interview on December 19, 2024, at 12 PM, the Nursing Home Administrator confirmed that the
facility owners had not provided evidence of payments or payment agreements for the outstanding invoices.
She also stated that facility administration did not have access to billing or payment records and could not
verify whether the listed bills had been paid.
This failure to ensure timely payment of essential goods and services demonstrates non-compliance with
Federal, State and Local Laws), which requires facilities to pay bills in a timely manner to prevent
jeopardizing the health and safety of residents.
28 Pa. Code 201.14(g) Responsibility of Licensee.
28 Pa. Code 201.18 (b)(3)(e)(1)(2) Management.
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