F 0607
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on review of facility policy, clinical record review, and staff interviews, it was determined that the
facility failed to implement their established procedures for investigation and protection of residents related
in response to potential abuse of two of 12 residents reviewed (Resident 3 and 8).
Residents Affected - Few
Findings include:
Review of facility policy, titled Risk Management Incident/Accident Reporting Standard last revised
November 28, 2017, revealed, Each Spiritrust Lutheran Skilled Care Community identifies potential safety
hazards, identifies residents at risk for accidents and/or falls and adequately plans care and implements
procedures to prevent accidents .Completing a thorough investigation into the probable causes of the
incident/accident, Planning appropriate interventions to prevent reoccurrence of incidents/accidents,
On-going review and revision of Plan of Care interventions as necessary .An incident is defined as any
unusual event such as falls, skin tears, bruises, injuries of unknown origin, Following the identified
occurrence, and Incident/Accident Report is initiated immediately in the EHR (electronic health record) in
the 'Risk Management' section .Abuse investigations and unknown origin investigations require signed
witness statements .witnesses are interviewed, verbal statement documented .information dictated verified
with witness by licensed nurses/designee prior to saving the statement in EHR, the information requested
in the EHR is completed in its entirety.
Review of Resident 3's clinical record revealed diagnoses that included Repeated falls, dementia (a chronic
disorder of the mental processes caused by brain disease, marked by memory disorders, personality
changes, and impaired reasoning), and difficulty walking.
Review of Resident 3's clinical record revealed a nursing note on August 30, 2023, at 10:46 AM, that stated
[Nurse Aid] called this nurse into resident's room when she was assisting him in getting dressed. Skin tear
noted to upper back of L[eft] arm. Area is 1cm [centimeter-unit of measure] X 1cm. Resident unsure of how
he obtained it. Cleansed area with NSS [normal saline solution], applied bacitracin & DSD [dry sterile
dressing]. Resident pulling arm away when trying to look at it & when dressing it. Called & left voicemail
with POA [Power of Attorney- legal representative] to call back for update. RN [Registered Nurse] notified.
During email correspondence with the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) on September 12, 2023, at
12:07 PM, the surveyor inquired about an investigation related to Resident 3's skin tear discovered on
August 30, 2023.
Interview with Employee 1 (Clinical Excellence Nurse) on September 13, 2023, at 10:27 AM, revealed she
does not have any information to provide that an investigation was conducted, and she would
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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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Spiritrust Lutheran the Village at Luther Ridge
2781 Luther Drive
Chambersburg, PA 17202
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F 0607
expect a thorough investigation to be completed per the facility policy.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During an interview with the NHA on September 14, 2023, at 11:03 AM, the surveyor revealed the concern
with the facility's failure to follow established procedures for investigation and protection of residents related
in response to potential abuse. The NHA revealed she would expect a thorough investigation to be
completed per the facility policy.
Residents Affected - Few
Review of Resident 3's clinical record revealed diagnoses that included Abnormal posture, dementia, and
hemiplegia (muscle weakness or partial paralysis on one side of the body that can affect the arms, legs,
and facial muscles).
Review of Resident 3's clinical record revealed an incident note on July 31, 2023, at 8:57 PM, that stated,
Description of Incident/Accident: Notified by [Nurse Aide] of bruise to R[ight] outer elbow. Resident
Comments/Cognitive Status: [Resident 8] states that she 'woke up with it one morning' and 'didn't know
where it came from' Evaluation/Injury including measurements of wounds if applicable: Bruise observed on
R[ight] outer elbow measuring 3cm X 2cm. No complaints of of pain.
Further review of the incident note on July 31, 2023, at 8:57 PM, revealed the section of the note was left
blank for Immediate intervention for prevention, Care/Treatment Provided.
During email correspondence with the NHA on September 12, 2023, at 12:07 PM, the surveyor inquired
about an investigation related to Resident 8's bruise discovered on July 31, 2023.
Review of Resident 8's care plan revealed no new interventions were added related to the discovered
bruise after July 31, 2023.
Interview with Employee 1 on September 13, 2023, at 10:27 AM, revealed she does not have any
information to provide that an investigation was conducted, and she would expect a thorough investigation
to be completed per the facility policy.
During an interview with the NHA on September 14, 2023, at 11:03 AM, the surveyor revealed the concern
with the facility's failure to follow established procedures for investigation and protection of residents related
in response to potential abuse. The NHA revealed she would expect a thorough investigation to be
completed per the facility policy.
28 Pa. Code 201.18(e)(1) Management
28 Pa. Code 201.29(a) Resident rights
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Spiritrust Lutheran the Village at Luther Ridge
2781 Luther Drive
Chambersburg, PA 17202
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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F 0641
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
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 staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure the resident
assessment accurately reflected the resident status for four of 15 residents reviewed (Resident 7, 21, 34,
and 41)
Residents Affected - Some
Findings Include:
Review of Resident 7's clinical record on September 11, 2023, at approximately 1:00 PM, revealed
diagnoses that included stage 4 chronic kidney disease (severe decrease in the kidneys ability to filter
toxins from the blood) and diabetes mellitus type II (decreased ability of the body to utilize insulin for the
transport of glucose from the blood stream into the cells for nourishment).
Review of Resident 7's Minimum Data Set (MDS - Assessment tool utilized to identify a residents' physical,
mental and psychosocial needs), including an admission MDS with an Assessment Reference Date (ARD)
of February 7, 2023; a Significant Change MDS with an ARD of April 10, 2023; a Quarterly MDS from May
9, 2023; and a Quarterly MDS from August 9, 2023, revealed that Section N - Medications, subsection
N350 was coded to reflect that Resident 7 was receiving insulin injections during the assessment look-back
period.
Review of Resident 7's medications orders, including discontinued medications, since Resident 7's
admission on [DATE], revealed that at no time was Resident 7 receiving insulin injections.
During a staff interview on September 14, 2023, at approximately 11:20 AM, Corporate Quality Excellence
Nurse confirmed that Resident 7 had not received insulin and that Resident 7's MDS assessments were
coded incorrectly in regard to Section N350.
Review of Resident 21's clinical record revealed diagnoses that included Parkinson's disease (a
progressive disease of the nervous system marked by tremor, muscular rigidity, and slow imprecise
movement), dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), and hypertension (high blood pressure)
Review of Resident 21's clinical record revealed a provider note dated June 7, 2023, that stated, Diagnostic
Statement: Dementia in other diseases classified elsewhere, severe, with psychotic disturbance (a chronic
disorder of the mental processes caused by brain disease, marked by memory disorders, personality
changes, and impaired reasoning) .Dementia With Complications.
Further review of Resident 21's clinical record revealed a provider note dated June 23, 2023, that stated,
Diagnostic Statement: Dementia in other diseases classified elsewhere, severe, with psychotic disturbance
.Dementia With Complications.
Review of Resident 21's Significant Change Minimum Data Set with ARD of July 3, 2023, revealed, Section
I: Active Diagnoses, subsection I4800. Non-Alzheimer's Dementia, was not assessed to indicate that
Resident 41 had a diagnosis of dementia.
Interview with Employee 1 (Clinical Excellence Nurse) on September 13, 2023, at 2:07 PM, revealed
Resident 21's diagnosis of dementia was missed by Employee 2 (Registered Nurse Assessment
Coordinator), and the assessment should have been coded to indicate Resident 21 has a diagnosis of
dementia.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Spiritrust Lutheran the Village at Luther Ridge
2781 Luther Drive
Chambersburg, PA 17202
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0641
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Interview with the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) on September 14, 2023, at 12:12 PM, revealed she
would expect the Resident assessment to be coded accurately.
Review of Resident 34's clinical record on September 11, 2023, at approximately 1:00 PM, revealed
diagnoses including diabetes mellitus type II with hyperglycemia (when a person's blood sugar elevates to
dangerous levels) and Major Depressive Disorder (ongoing feelings of sadness, despair, loss of energy,
and difficulty dealing with normal daily life).
Review of Resident 34's Quarterly MDS with an Assessment Reference Date of June 27, 2023, reveled that
Section K - Swallowing/Nutritional Status, subsection K0300 was coded, No or unknown, for Weight loss of
5% or more in the last month or loss of 10% or more in last 6 months.
Review of Resident 34's clinical record revealed on December 6, 2022, Resident 34 weighed 191.6 pounds.
On June 16, 2023, within the Assessment Reference Date of Resident 34's Quarterly MDS, Resident 34
weighed 168.4 pounds. This weight change indicated a 12.11 % loss.
During an interview with Corporate Clinical Excellence Nurse, in the presence of the NHA, on September
13, 2023, at 2:15 PM, revealed it was the facility's expection that the Resident 34's MDS assessment would
be coded correctly.
Review of Resident 41's clinical record revealed diagnoses that included cerebral infarction (stroke damage to the brain from interruption of its blood supply), hemiparesis (muscle weakness or partial
paralysis on one side of the body that can affect the arms, legs, and facial muscles), and hypertension.
Review of Resident 41's clinical record revealed a picture of Resident 41 wearing glasses.
Review of Resident 41's clinical record revealed an inventory sheet upon admission on [DATE], noting
Resident 41 came with four pairs of glasses.
Review of Resident 41's 5 Day MDS with ARD of July 17, 2023, revealed under Section B - Hearing,
Speech, and Vision, subsection B. 1000 Vision, Resident 41 was coded as Impaired, and subsection B.
1200 Corrective lenses Corrective lenses (contacts, glasses, or magnifying glass) used in completing
B1000, Vision, Resident 41 was coded no to indicate she does not wear corrective lenses.
Interview with Employee 1 on September 14, 2023, at 12:10 PM, revealed Resident 41 wore glasses and it
should have been coded on her assessment.
Interview with the NHA on September 14, 2023, at 12:12 PM, revealed she would expect the Resident
assessment to be coded accurately.
28 Pa code 211.5(f) Clinical records
28 Pa code 211.12(d)(1)(3) Nursing services
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Spiritrust Lutheran the Village at Luther Ridge
2781 Luther Drive
Chambersburg, PA 17202
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(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
Based on clinical record review and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to implement
resident-directed care and treatment consistent with the resident's physician orders for three of 12
resident's reviewed (Resident 21, 28, and 34).
Residents Affected - Few
Findings Include:
Review of Resident 21's clinical record revealed diagnoses that included hypertension (high blood
pressure), Parkinson's disease (a progressive disease of the nervous system marked by tremor, muscular
rigidity, and slow imprecise movement), and dysphagia (difficulty swallowing).
Review of Resident 21's physician orders revealed an order for: Amlodipine Besylate Oral Tablet 5 MG
(milligrams- unit of measure), Give 5 mg by mouth two times a day related to Hypertension, Call MD
(doctor) if B/P (blood pressure) >160 and if HR (heart rate) <50, with a start date of July 26, 2023.
Review of Resident 21's MAR (Medication Administration Record- documentation for medication/treatment
administered or monitored), revealed Resident 21's blood pressure measure was >160 on August 6, 7,
16, and 20, 2023; and September 1, 5, 6, and 13, 2023.
Review of Resident 21's medical record revealed no documentation to indicate the doctor was notified of
Resident 21's blood pressure measures being >160 on August 6, 7, 16, and 20, 2023, and September 1,
5, 6, and 13, 2023.
Interview with the Director of Nursing (DON) on September 14, 2023, at 11:03 AM, revealed she could not
find any information to indicate the doctor was notified of Resident 21's blood pressure measures being
>160 on August 6, 7, 16, and 20, 2023; and September 1, 5, 6, and 13, 2023, and she would expect
physician orders to be followed.
Review of Resident 28's clinical record revealed diagnoses that included Multiple Sclerosis (a chronic
progressive disease involving damage to the sheaths of nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, symptoms
include numbness, impaired speech, muscle coordination, blurred vision, and severe fatigue), major
depressive disorder (a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest in
things), and hypertension.
Review of Resident 28's clinical record revealed a documented, titled Physician Communication- Fax
Orders/Telephone Orders, further review of the document revealed, Physician Orders: Consult with
Neurologist to see if myzent (a medication for multiple sclerosis) is contributing to an increase in blood
pressure, dated June 17, 2023, and signed by Employee 9 (Medical Director).
Further review of Resident 28's clinical record revealed no documentation to indicate Resident 28 has seen
a neurologist or that communication has been made with a neurologist related to the physician order after
June 17, 2023.
Interview with Employee 1 (Clinical Excellence Nurse) on September 14, 2023, at 12:12 PM, revealed she
was unable to find any documentation to indicate Resident 28 has seen a neurologist since June 17, 2023,
or that communication has been made with a neurologist related to the physician order.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Spiritrust Lutheran the Village at Luther Ridge
2781 Luther Drive
Chambersburg, PA 17202
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
During an interview with the Nursing Home Administrator on September 14, 2023, at 12:15 PM, the
surveyor revealed the concern with Resident 28's physician order not being followed. No further information
was provided.
Review of Resident 34's clinical record on September 11, 2023, at approximately 1:00 PM, revealed
diagnoses that included type 2 diabetes mellitus (the body does not make enough insulin or cannot use it
as well as it should) with hyperglycemia (when a person's blood sugar elevates to dangerous levels) and
Major Depressive Disorder.
Review of Resident 34's physician orders revealed an order for skin inspection weekly as per skin integrity
program on bath days, Tuesday daytime in the morning, and to document if skin impairment noted or not.
Review of Resident 34's MAR revealed Employee 12 (Licensed Practical Nurse) documented no skin
impairment was present on Tuesday September 5, 2023, at 7:30 AM, and Tuesday September 12, 2023, at
7:30 AM.
Review of Resident 34's clinical record on September 12, 2023, at approximately 10:00 AM, revealed a
document, titled Physician Communication - Fax Orders/Telephone Orders. Further review of the document
revealed it contained, Problem: Redness/Excoriation vaginal area. Nystatin cream? dated September 6,
2023, at 11:45 PM, and signed by Employee 13 (Registered Nurse). It was it was observed that below the
Problem area, the document contained a box for the physicians' response.
Review of the physician response revealed an order for a new order of Diflucan (antifungal medication) 100
milligrams by mouth twice a day for two days, dated and signed by Employee 9 (attending physician) on
September 7, 2023.
Further review of Resident 34's clinical record revealed no documentation to indicate an initial assessment
had been completed to record Resident 34's skin impairment.
During a staff interview with Corporate Clinical Excellence Nurse on September 14, 2023, at 11:05 AM, it
was revealed that the facility could not provide a documented assessment of Resident 34's redness and
excoriation of the vaginal area. During the staff interview, Corporate Clinical Excellence Nurse revealed it
was the facility's expectation that an assessment of Resident 34's rash would have been conducted and
documented.
28 Pa. Code 211.12(c)(d)(1)(3)(5) Nursing services
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Spiritrust Lutheran the Village at Luther Ridge
2781 Luther Drive
Chambersburg, PA 17202
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F 0692
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on clinical record review, policy review, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed
to ensure care and services were provided to assess and maintain acceptable nutritional status for two of
five residents reviewed for nutrition (residents 27 and 34).
Residents Affected - Some
Findings include:
Review of facility policy, titled Weight Record Monitoring, last reviewed May 2023, revealed it stated, The
physician and resident's responsible party are notified by the RD/designee of significant weight change
(gain or loss) and of the IDT [interdisciplinary team] recommendations that would require further
intervention/securing of new orders from the physician for the resident.
Review of Resident 27's clinical record on September 12, 2023, at approximately 10:15 AM, revealed
diagnoses that included hypertension (elevated/high blood pressure) and cerebella ataxia (disorder that
results in poor muscle control which can affect speech, swallowing, eye movement, and extremity
movement).
Review of Resident 27's interdisciplinary progress notes revealed that on June 27, 2023, at 1:18 PM,
Employee 3 (Registered Dietician) documented, .resident with current weight of 157lb [pounds], loss of
3.9lb in 30 days with a net significant loss of 26lb in 180 days (14.2%). Weight did stabilize from late April to
May 2023, although trend now continues in June 2023. Resident continues on[sic] weekly weights to
monitor, requested by 6/22/23 and by 6/29/23. Weight decline noted, despite resident consuming 76-100%
of all meals .Recommend trailing additional entrée portion with meals, and offer additional (diet
texture appropriate snack), between meals (AM, PM, HS). Consider geri-psych review for mood & review
appropriateness of current medication. Will continue to follow weight trends and overall nutritional status.
Review of a progress note documented on July 14, 2023, at 9:14 AM, by Employee 4 (Registered Dietician)
revealed it stated, Net [weight] loss of 22 [pounds in] 180 days; 12%, significant [weight loss]. Intended
increase of 4 [pounds] noted over past few weeks [related to] dietary interventions added due to weight loss
.Weekly weights monitored .
Review of Resident physician orders on September 12, 2023, at approximately 10:30 AM, revealed no
order for Resident 27 to receive weekly weights.
Review of Resident 27's comprehensive plan of care revealed that the care plan with the focus of: [Resident
27 has] a potential nutritional risk .[History] of weight loss & skin breakdown, included an intervention of,
Obtain [Resident 27's] weight per weight standard. The intervention of weekly weights per Employee 3's
progress note entered on June 27, 2023, was not included.
Review of Resident 27's documented weights revealed that Resident 27 was not weighed during one week
in June, 2023; four weeks during July, 2023; one week in August, 2023; and one week in September 2023.
As of September 14, 2023, at 9:00 AM, Resident 27 did not have a documented weight since September 1,
2023.
Review of Resident 27's clinical record on September 14, 2023, at approximately 11:30 AM, revealed
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Spiritrust Lutheran the Village at Luther Ridge
2781 Luther Drive
Chambersburg, PA 17202
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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F 0692
a physician's order for weekly weights that was entered at 10:43 AM on September 14, 2023.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During a staff interview on September 14, 2023, at approximately 12:00 PM, Corporate Clinical Excellence
Nurse confirmed that Resident 27 did not have weekly weights ordered. During the interview, Corporate
Clinical Excellence Nurse confirmed it was the facility's expectation that weekly weights should have been
conducted on Resident 27 per the progress notes by Employee 3 and Employee 4 on June 27, 2023, and
July 14, 2023, respectively.
Residents Affected - Some
Review of Resident 34's clinical record on September 11, 2023, at approximately 1:00 PM, revealed
diagnoses that included type 2 diabetes mellitus (the body does not make enough insulin or cannot use it
as well as it should) with hyperglycemia (when a person's blood sugar elevate to dangerous levels) and
Major Depressive Disorder (ongoing feelings of sadness, despair, loss of energy, and difficulty dealing with
normal daily life).
Review of Resident 34's clinical record, on September 12, 2023, revealed three significant weight losses
(as defined as 5% or more weight loss in one month and/or 10% or more in six months) since admission to
the facility.
Review of Resident 34's documented weights revealed that on October 12, 2022, facility staff documented
that Resident 34 was admitted weighing 203.3 pounds. Approximately six months later on April 5, 2023,
Resident 34's documented weight was 164.7 pounds, which indicated an 18.99% loss.
Review of Resident 34's interdisciplinary progress notes revealed that on April 3, 2023, Employee 3
documented a Nutrition note, which stated, .current weight 166[pounds], stable in 30 days with net
significant loss of 37[pounds] in 180 days (18.2). Loss mostly [related to] improved fluid status after
admission to this facility. Resident did have notable decline in oral intake from 3/9/23 to 3/29/23, which was
supplemented with Glucerna 8oz daily [for] 30 days .No new recommendations at this time.
Review of the clinical record revealed no documentation or evidence that Employee 3 notified the attending
physician that Resident 34 had a significant weight loss during the prior 180 days.
Review of weight documentation revealed that on August 10, 2023, Resident 34's documented weight was
176.8 pounds.
On September 8, 2023, Resident 34's document weight was 165.4 pounds, which was a 6.45% loss within
a 30 day period.
Review of Resident 34's interdisciplinary progress notes on September 14, 2023, at approximately 12:15
PM, revealed no dietary note by a facility Registered Dietician regarding the significant weight loss of more
than 5% between August 10, 2023, and September 8, 2023.
Review of Resident 34's clinical record revealed no documentation that the physician was made aware of
the significant weight losses identified as a result of weight assessments documented on April 5, 2023;
June 16, 2023; and September 8, 2023.
During a staff interview on September 14, 2023, at approximately 11:08 AM, Corporate Clinical Excellence
Nurse was unable to provide documentation that the attending physician was notified of Resident 34's
significant weight changes identified above, nor was Corporate Clinical Excellence Nurse able
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B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
09/14/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Spiritrust Lutheran the Village at Luther Ridge
2781 Luther Drive
Chambersburg, PA 17202
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F 0692
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
to provide documentation that the attending physician acknowledged and/or addressed the identified weight
loss.
28 Pa code 211.10(a)(d) Resident care policies
Residents Affected - Some
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Spiritrust Lutheran the Village at Luther Ridge
2781 Luther Drive
Chambersburg, PA 17202
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F 0803
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be
updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observations, staff interviews, and review of menu extension forms, it was determined that the facility failed
to provide food at appropriate portion sizes to meet the nutritional needs of residents for one of one meal
observed (lunch meal, September 12, 2023).
Findings include:
Review of the menu diet extension sheet (menu items based on individual diets) for September, 12, 2023,
lunch meal, revealed all diets should either be served a 4 ounce (unit of measure) portion of succotash or
cream corn as the vegetable.
Observation of lunch service on the [NAME] unit on September 12, 2023, at 12:37 PM, revealed Employee
5 used a plain plastic serving utensil to serve both the succotash and cream corn.
During an interview with Employee 5 on September 12, 2023, at 12:39 PM, she revealed she is not sure
how to tell what size portion the serving spoons were that she used to serve the succotash and cream
corn.
Observation of lunch service on the [NAME] unit on September 12, 2023, at 12:48 PM, revealed Employee
6 used a 3 oz scoop to serve the succotash vegetable.
Interview with Employee 7 (Dietary Supervisor) on September 12, 2023, at 12:50 PM, revealed she would
expect food to be served with the proper utensils for measured portions, and she plans to do education with
the dietary staff.
Interview with the Nursing Home Administrator on September 13, 2023, at 10:07 AM, revealed it is the
facility's expectation that food is served at appropriate portion sizes specified by the menu extension
sheets.
Pa code 211.6(a)(b) - Dietary Services
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Spiritrust Lutheran the Village at Luther Ridge
2781 Luther Drive
Chambersburg, PA 17202
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F 0804
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on resident and staff interviews, completion of a meal test tray, and review of select facility
documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to provide food at an appetizing temperature at one
of one meals (lunch meal, September 13, 2023).
Residents Affected - Few
Findings include:
Review of facility document, titled Test Tray Assessment last revised February, 2012, revealed that hot foods
should be served at or above 130 degrees Fahrenheit (F - a unit of measure).
During an interview with Resident 4 on September 13, 2023, at 11:04 AM, she revealed her food is often
served cold.
Review of June 2023 Resident Council Minutes (documentation of topics discussed during a monthly
meeting), revealed concerns with food temperatures being too hot or too cold.
A Test Tray was completed on September 13, 2023, at 12:32 PM, utilizing a lunch tray served in Arlington
unit dining area after all meals were served to resident's on the unit. Test Tray included: baked cod, carrots,
scalloped potatoes, ice cream, hot tea, and milk. Temperatures taken by Employee 3 (Registered Dietitian)
revealed the carrots were 122 degrees F and scalloped potatoes were 121 degrees F.
Interview with the Nursing Home Administrator on September 14, 2023, at 9:49 AM, revealed hot foods
should be served at a temperature greater than 130 degrees Fahrenheit, as stated in the facility test tray
documentation.
28 Pa. Code 211.6 (d) Dietary services
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Spiritrust Lutheran the Village at Luther Ridge
2781 Luther Drive
Chambersburg, PA 17202
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F 0812
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve
food in accordance with professional standards.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
facility policy review, observations, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to store food
and equipment in accordance with professional standards for food service safety in the main kitchen and
two of three nourishment areas.
Findings include:
Review of facility policy, titled 3.4 Storing Food and Equipment, last revised March, 2020, revealed, Ensure
all food items are labeled .Each label must contain the following information: Use-by date, date the product
was prepared or opened .Generally, food should be discarded or used by the use-by date. The use-by date
is the last date the manufacturer recommends use of the food and also may be referred to as the expiration
date .cover, label and date all leftovers .keep all storage areas clean and dry.
Observation in the main kitchen on September 11, 2023, at 9:28 AM, revealed a shelf with a container of
cayenne pepper with a use-by date of August 19, 2023, and the shelf was heavily soiled.
Further observation in the main kitchen on September 11, 2023, at 9:30 AM, revealed a bag of raisin bread
without a date.
Observation of the dry storage area on September 11, 2023, at 9:36 AM, revealed: one bag of granola
labeled use by September 10, 2023; and two bags of potato chips labeled use by August 29, 2023.
Observation of the ice machine in the main kitchen on September 11, 2023, at 9:43 AM, revealed the lid
was dirty. When the surveyor looked inside the ice machine, the top of the inside of the ice machine was
dirty with a black substance.
Observation of one reach-in refrigerator unit in the main kitchen on September 11, 2023, at 9:45 AM,
revealed a pan containing four saucers of diced peaches not labeled, dated, or covered.
Observation of a reach-in freezer unit in the main kitchen on September 11, 2023, at 9:48 AM, revealed:
one container of coffee cake with a use by date of July 1, 2023; one bag of meatloaf with a use by date of
August 15, 2023; and one bag of meatballs with a use by date of August 15, 2023.
Observation of a second reach-in refrigerator unit in the main kitchen on September 11, 2023, at 9:52 AM,
revealed: two containers of beef base open without an open or a use by date; one container of pork base
open without an open or use by date; one container of heavy whipping cream open without a date; and one
container of horseradish labeled use by August 26, 2023.
Observation of the walk-in refrigerator on September 11, 2023, at 9:56 AM, revealed: one bag of lettuce
without a label or date; one bag of cilantro labeled use by September 6, 2023; and one bag of shredded
parmesan cheese labeled use-by 8-18.
Observation in walk-in freezer unit on September 11, 2023, at 10:03 AM, revealed: one bag of blue cheese
crumbles with a use by date of March 8, 2023; one container of green beans open without a use by date;
and one bag of raisin bread without a date.
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Spiritrust Lutheran the Village at Luther Ridge
2781 Luther Drive
Chambersburg, PA 17202
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F 0812
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Further observation of the walk-in freezer unit on September 11, 2023, at 10:05 AM, revealed food storage
was stacked above the sprinkler head in the freezer.
Observation during initial tour of the [NAME] pantry area refrigerator on September 11, 2023, at 10:12 AM,
revealed: one container of chocolate syrup with a use by date of August 25, 2023, and one open can of
Pepsi not dated or covered.
Observation of the [NAME] pantry area dry storage on September 11, 2023, at 10:16 AM, revealed: one
open container of pancake mix without a use by date; one bag of sugar packets without a date; one
container of mustard open without a date; and one individual container of brown sugar not labeled or dated.
Further observation of the [NAME] pantry area on September 11, 2023, at 10:16 AM, revealed the
microwave was dirty with a brown substance on the inside, and there were no paper towels in the holder for
the hand sink.
Interview with Employee 7 (Dietary Supervisor) on September 11, 2023, at 10:20 AM, revealed she would
expect the microwave to be cleaned after each meal service, paper towels to be stocked for handwashing,
the ice machine and shelves in the kitchen to be clean, food not to be stocked above 18 inches from the
ceiling, and food items to be labeled and dated per facility policy and discarded once past the use by date.
Observation during initial tour of the Arlington pantry area on September 11, 2023, at 10:29 AM, revealed:
one package of lemonade mix not dated; one bag of toasted o's cereal labeled use by August 22, 2023; two
bags of potato chips labeled use by August 29, 2023; one container of oatmeal pies without an open or use
by date; one container of fig bars without an open or use by date; and one container of powdered sugar on
the counter not labeled or dated.
Observation of the Arlington pantry area refrigerator on September 11, 2023, at 10:34 AM, revealed one
tomato in a bin not dated.
Observation of the Arlington pantry area freezer on September 11, 2023, at 10:36 AM, revealed: two bags
of English muffins not dated, and one container of sherbet not dated.
Interview with the Nursing Home Administrator on September 13, 2023, at 10:07 AM, revealed it was the
facility's expectation that expired items are discarded, foods items are labeled and dated per facility policy,
and food items and kitchen equipment are stored, cleaned, and utilized in accordance with professional
standards.
28 Pa. Code 211.6(f) Dietary services
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
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09/14/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Spiritrust Lutheran the Village at Luther Ridge
2781 Luther Drive
Chambersburg, PA 17202
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F 0880
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on facility policy review, clinical record review, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility
failed to consistently implement and maintain infection control practices, including PPE (Personal Protective
Equipment) use, to prevent spread of the tuberculosis infection for one of 15 residents reviewed (Resident
41).
Residents Affected - Some
Findings Include:
Review of Facility Policy, titled Tuberculosis Screening, last reviewed August 23, 2023, revealed, This center
shall screen all residents for active tuberculosis (TB) .Nursing team members will place an appropriate
mask over the mouth and nose of any resident having, or suspected of having active TB (whether based on
X-ray results, clinical findings, or both), and will arrange for prompt transfer to an acute care hospital.
Review of Resident 41's clinical record revealed documentation to indicate the Resident received a step-1
TB PPD test upon admission to the facility on July 13, 2023.
Review of Resident 41's clinical record revealed an alert note on July 15, 2023, at 2:55 PM, that stated,
Resident noted to have a large red area with a 5mm (millimeter- unit of measure) induration to left forearm
at the site of her PPD test. On call physician notified and ordered chest x-ray, RP (responsible party)
notified. Resident denies any past positive ppd tests or knowledge of TB exposure. She is asymptomatic at
this time.
Review of Resident 41's clinical record revealed a nursing note on July 15, 2023, at 9:27 PM, that stated,
Call to [Employee 8 (Medical Doctor)], regarding chest x-ray result of chronic tuberculosis calcification, she
is in agreement that future PPD's will have positive result, verbal order taken to discontinue 2nd step. DON
(Director of Nursing) updated.
Review of Resident 41's clinical record revealed a lab note on July 16, 2023, at 2:20 PM, that stated, X-Ray
results reviewed with [Employee 8], New order to collect Quantiferon lab (TB blood test). RP updated.
Review of Resident 41's clinical record revealed a nursing note on July 16, 2023, at 11:48 PM, that stated,
Blood draw from left antecubital (A/C- arm), well tolerated. Blood taken to [Hospital] lab for TB Quantiferon.
Review of Resident 41's clinical record revealed a nursing note on July 17, 2023, at 10:30 AM, that stated,
Quantiferon Gold redrawn related to lab call for need of more blood. Blood drawn from the left A/C space on
first attempt. Resident tolerated the procedure without difficulty. Gauze and band-aid applied after blood
stopped. Blood sent to the lab on ice to be resulted.
Review of Resident 41's clinical record revealed a change of condition note on July 20, 2023, at 7:07 AM,
that stated, Resident's Quantiferon Gold results- Positive. DON called Medical Director and reported
results. The trajectory (time frame) of the pathway from 7/13 admission PPD to Chest X-ray [48 hrs after
PPD read] to positive Quantiferon Gold discussed. Medical Director notified ER (Emergency Room)
physician and discussed resident's condition and testing results. DON notified the DOH (Department of
Health) and received the information of required testing to confirm if TB is Active or Latent Phase. Resident
with no cough present. Resident asymptomatic. Resident requiring a hospital
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
09/14/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Spiritrust Lutheran the Village at Luther Ridge
2781 Luther Drive
Chambersburg, PA 17202
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F 0880
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
transfer for further testing . Medical Director instructed DON to send resident to ED (Emergency
Department) .DON instructed to send resident to ED and to instruct EMS to wear gown, gloves, N95 mask,
and face shield. DON instructed to implement airborne precautions with staff. Resident wearing PPE when
transferred out of facility. DON sent Chest X-ray and Quantiferon TB results to the DOH.
Further Review of Resident 41's clinical record revealed no indication the Resident was placed on any
precautions or PPE was placed in use, per facility policy, prior to July 20, 2023, at 7:07 AM.
Interview with Employee 1 (Clinical Excellence Nurse) on September 14, 2023, at 12:09 PM, revealed she
could not find any documentation to indicate Resident 41 had any transmission-based precautions in place
for TB prior to July 20, 2023.
During an interview with the Nursing Home Administrator on September 14, 2023, at 12:10 PM, the
surveyor revealed the concern with no indication Resident 41 had any transmission-based precautions or
PPE in place for TB prior to July 20, 2023. No further information was provided.
28 Pa. Code 211.12 (c)(d)(1)(3)(5) Nursing Services
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Spiritrust Lutheran the Village at Luther Ridge
2781 Luther Drive
Chambersburg, PA 17202
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F 0947
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in
dementia care and abuse prevention.
Based on employee education documentation review, facility documentation review, and staff interview, it
was determined that the facility failed to ensure two of five nurse aides reviewed received at least 12 hours
of education per year, which included dementia management and resident abuse prevention training
(Employees 10 and 11).
Findings include:
Review of the facility's Job Description for the job titled Nursing Assistant (Nurse Aide), last revised
November 8, 2017, revealed, General Responsibilities, included, [The employee] [c]ompletes educational
requirements as mandated by state and federal agencies to maintain competencies.
Review of facility documentation submitted by the facility on September 11, 2023, revealed that the
Employee Education and Development trainings included, but not limited to, courses, titled Preventing,
recognizing, and Reporting Abuse and dementia training, titled Teepa Snow: Dementia 101.
Review of Facility documentation revealed that Employee 10 was hired for a Nurse Aide position on
November 13, 2019.
Review of Employee 10's facility education transcript revealed that, during the calendar year of 2022,
Employee 10 only received 8.00 hours of annual training.
Review of Employee 10's facility education for the 12 month period between September 12, 2022, and
September 12, 2023, revealed that, during the 12 month period, Employee 10 completed only 2.00 hours of
the facility's education.
Further review of Employee 10's facility education revealed that Employee 10 had not completed the
facility's training in Preventing, Recognizing, and Reporting Abuse in the years 2021, 2022, and up until
review on September 13, 2023.
Facility Employee 10 also did not receive the facility's specific training on residents with dementia in the
years 2021, 2022, and up until the review on September 13, 2023.
During a staff interview on September 14, 2023, at approximately 12:00 PM, Nursing Home Administrator
(NHA) and Corporate Clinical Excellence Nurse confirmed that Employee 10 did not receive 12 hours of
annual education, and did not receive annual training on the facility's abuse prohibition policies and
residents with dementia.
Review of Facility documentation revealed that Employee 11 was hired for a Nurse Aide position on
October 2, 2019.
Review of Employee 11's facility education transcript revealed that, during the calendar year of 2022,
Employee 11 only received 7.75 hours of annual training.
Review of Employee 11's facility education for the 12 month period between September 12, 2022, and
September 12, 2023, revealed that, during the 12 month period, Employee 11 completed only 9.00 hours of
the facility's education.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
396146
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
09/14/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Spiritrust Lutheran the Village at Luther Ridge
2781 Luther Drive
Chambersburg, PA 17202
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F 0947
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Further review of Employee 11's facility education revealed that it had been more than 12 months since
Employee 11 completed the facility's training in Preventing, Recognizing, and Reporting Abuse. Review of
Employee 11's education transcript revealed the education was last completed on July 2, 2022.
During a staff interview on September 14, 2023, at approximately 12:00 PM, the NHA and Corporate
Clinical Excellence Nurse confirmed that Employee 11 did not receive 12 hours of annual education and did
not receive annual training on the facility's abuse prohibition policies at least once every 12 months.
28 Pa code 201.14(a) Responsibility of the licensee
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