F 0585
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must
establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Based on review of facility policy, observations, and resident and staff interviews, it was determined that the
facility failed to provide concern forms and grievance boxes assessable to residents and visitors from a
wheelchair in the front lobby and on the third floor nursing unit, failed to have a grievance forms accessible
on the third floor nursing unit, and failed to provide an opportunity for anonymous grievances in the front
lobby and on the third floor nursing unit.
Findings include:
A review of the facility policy Resident and Family Grievances reviewed 1/19/23 and 1/28/24, indicated it is
the policy of the facility to support each resident's and family member's right to voice grievances without
discrimination, reprisal, or fear of discrimination. A grievance may be filed anonymously.
During an observation on 3/26/24, at 8:15 a.m. revealed the grievance box in the front lobby is not
accessible by residents and visitors in a wheelchair, and the grievance box is within sight of the
receptionist.
During an observation on 3/26/24, at 1:45 p.m. third floor nursing unit failed to have grievance forms
available for residents and visitors, and the grievance box is not accessible to residents and visitors from a
wheelchair, and the grievance box is within sight of the nurses station.
During an observation on 3/27/24, at 2:45 p.m. third floor nursing unit failed to have grievance forms
available for residents and visitors, and the grievance box is not accessible to residents and visitors from a
wheelchair, and the grievance box is within sight of the nurses station.
During an observation on 3/28/24, at 11:45 a.m. third floor nursing unit failed to have grievance forms
available for residents and visitors, and the grievance box is not accessible to residents and visitors from a
wheelchair, and the grievance box is within sight of the nurses station.
During an interview on 3/28/24, at 11:50 a.m. Registered Nurse Employee E1 confirmed the facility failed to
provide grievance forms on the third floor nursing unit, stating we must have run out.
During an interview on 3/28/24, at 11:53 a.m. the Nursing Home Administrator was informed the greivance
boxes were not at a level that was accessible to residents and visitors in a wheelchair in the front lobby and
third floor nursing unit, and failed to provide the opportunity for residents and visitors to file an anonymous
grievance.
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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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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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4363 Northern Pike
Monroeville, PA 15146
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F 0585
28 PA Code: 201.18(e)(4) Management.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
28 PA Code: 201.29(a)(b)(c) Resident rights.
Residents Affected - Some
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4363 Northern Pike
Monroeville, PA 15146
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F 0657
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed,
and revised by a team of health professionals.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
facility policy and clinical record reviews and interview with staff, it was determined that the facility failed to
review and revise the comprehensive care plan for two of seven residents. (Residents R8, and R39)
Findings include:
The facility was unable to provide a policy regarding care planning.
The Long-Term Care Facility Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) User's Manual, which provides
instructions and guidelines for completing required Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments (mandated
assessments of a resident's abilities and care needs), dated October 2023, indicated that a BIMS (Brief
Interview of Mental Status) is a brief screener that aids in detecting cognitive impairment. Scores from a
BIMS assessment suggests the following distributions:
13 - 15: cognitively intact
8 - 12: moderately impaired
0 - 7: severe impairment
A review of the clinical record revealed that Resident R8 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with
diagnoses that included dementia (loss of thinking, remembering, and reasoning, to such an extent that it
interferes with a person's daily life and activities), high blood pressure, and anxiety.
A review of the MDS dated [DATE], indicated the diagnoses remain current. Review of Section C: Cognitive
Patterns, Question C0500 BIMS Summary Score revealed Resident R8's BIMS score was 7, indicating
severe impairment.
A review of a H&P (history and physical) physician progress note dated 12/16/23, ar 1:00 p.m. indicated Not
oriented to time or location, difficult for her to engage in conversation and assessment.
A Review of a progress note dated 12/16/23, at 3:52 p.m. revealed patient does best with crushed
medication and mechanical soft food due to history of pocketing and trouble chewing/swallowing.
A review of a progress note dated 12/21/23, at 5:19 p.m. indicated Resident R8 was very forgetful and
needed repeated instructions for medications and care.
A review of a progress note dated 3/26/24, at 5:00 p.m. indicated resident is alert to self, had increased
anxiety, and was kept in high observation areas.
A review of a progress note dated 3/27/24, at 1:36 a.m. indicated Resident is AOx1 (alert and oriented) with
confusion. Takes meds crushed in applesauce.
A review of the care plan failed to reveal resident-centered interventions for Dementia.
A review of the clinical record indicated Resident R39 was re-admitted to the facility on [DATE],
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Concordia at the Cedars
4363 Northern Pike
Monroeville, PA 15146
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F 0657
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
with diagnoses that included vascular dementia (condition caused by the lack of blood that carries oxygen
and nutrient to a part of the brain, and causes problems
with reasoning, planning, judgment, and memory), diabetes, and high blood pressure.
A review of the MDS dated [DATE], indicated the diagnoses remain current. Review of Section N:
Medications, Question N0415: High-Risk Drug Classes: Uses and Indication reveal Resident R39 was
taking an antipsychotic medication.
A review of a physician order dated 6/26/23, indicated Resident R39 was ordered Seroquel (may be used
to calm and help diminish psychotic thoughts) 25 milligrams (mg) give 12.5 mg by mouth one time a day.
A review of the care plan failed to reveal interventions for antipsychotic medication use.
During an interview on 3/28/24, at 11:53 a.m. the Director of Nursing confirmed the facility failed to
complete a resident-centered care plan for Residents R8 and R39.
28 Pa. Code 211.11(d) Resident care plans.
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
03/28/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Concordia at the Cedars
4363 Northern Pike
Monroeville, PA 15146
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F 0812
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Many
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve
food in accordance with professional standards.
Based on observation, review of facility policy, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed
to serve food/beverages in accordance with professional standards for food safety on one of one nursing
units. (3rd Floor Nursing Unit)
Findings include:
Review of the facility policy, Food Safety Requirements, dated 1/28/24, indicated food will be distributed and
served in accordance with professional standards for food service safety. Foods and beverages shall be
distributed in a manner to prevent contamination.
Observation of the lunch meal of the 3rd Floor nursing unit, on 3/27/28, at 11:40 a.m. through 12:40 p.m.,
revealed the following:
At 11:40 a.m. Residents were served meals from the steam table in the kitchenette to the tables in the
dining room. All residents were served and eating at 12:05 p.m.
At 12:05 p.m. the steam table was transported from the kitchenette onto the end of the nursing unit and set
up in the middle hallway of the 300-318 resident rooms. There was and approximate distance of 35 inches
from the steam table to the handrail of the wall. Plates were noted to be on top of the steam table during
transportation and not covered. A beverage cart, dessert cart, coffee cart, and tray cart were lined up
beside the steam table in the hallway. A nurse was noted to pass by pushing a medication cart between the
steam table and handrail.
During an interview with the Food Service Director, Employee E3 revealed the facility has been utilizing this
process since May 2023.
Resident meals were assembled and delivered to resident rooms of the 300-318 hallway from the steam
table. At 12:20 p.m. Dietary Aide Employee E2 touched the resident trays, plate covers, and meal tickets,
then cut baked potatoes and plated them with hands without changing gloves or washing hands.
During an interview on 3/27/24, at 12:45 p.m. Dietary Aide Employee E2 confirmed the above finding and
that tongs should have been used to plate the baked potatoes.
At 12:25 p.m. the steam table was then pushed past the Nursing Station onto the other end of the 3rd floor
nursing unit in the hallway of resident rooms 319-331. Meal trays were assembled and served in the same
manner from the steam table in the hallway of the nursing unit. From 12:25 p.m. to 12:40 p.m. when the last
tray was delivered, five visitors carrying various items, one resident pushed in a wheelchair by staff, and
one resident ambulating in a wheelchair passed between the steam table and the handrail of the nursing
unit hallway.
At 12:40 p.m., all resident meals were served in the resident rooms and the steam table was transported
back into the kitchenette on the 3rd Floor nursing unit.
During an interview on 3/27/24, at 12:50 p.m. Food Service Director Employee E3 confirmed the above
findings and the facility failed to serve food/beverages in accordance with professional standards for food
safety on the 3rd Floor Nursing Unit.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
396059
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
03/28/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Concordia at the Cedars
4363 Northern Pike
Monroeville, PA 15146
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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 0812
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During an interview on 3/28/24, at 12:20 p.m. The Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) confirmed the facility
has been utilizing the above meal service process on the 3rd Floor nursing unit from approximately 4/17/23.
28 Pa code 211.6(b)(d) Dietary services.
Residents Affected - Many
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