F 0603
Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure three of 10 sampled residents
(Residents 1, 2, and 3) were free from involuntary seclusion (separation of a resident from other residents
or from her/his room or confinement to her/his room with or without roommates against the resident's will,
or the will of the resident representative) by failing to:
Residents Affected - Some
1. Ensure Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) 1 did not use two utility/linen carts (material handling cart used
for bedding, linens, and other supplies) to block the entrance/exit (only one entrance and exit) to Resident
1, 2, and 3's Room (RM 1) after CNA 1 witnessed Resident 1 spilling liquid on the floor.
As a result, CNA 1 violated Resident 1, 2 and 3's rights and prohibited (not allowed) Residents 1, 2, and 3
from leaving RM [ROOM NUMBER]. These deficient practices had the potential for psychosocial (mental,
emotional, social, and spiritual effects) harm, serious injury, serious harm, serious impairment, or death to
Residents 1, 2, and 3.
On 1/18/2024, at 3:34 pm, while onsite at the facility, an Immediate Jeopardy situation (IJ, a situation in
which the facility's noncompliance with one or more requirements of participation has caused, or is likely to
cause, serious injury, harm, impairment, or death to a resident) was identified. The surveyor notified the
Administrator (ADM) and the Director of Nursing (DON) regarding CNA 1 using trash bags to tie two
utility/linen carts to the hallway side rail and the strike plate hole (part of a door lock) to RM [ROOM
NUMBER]'s entrance/exit and left Residents 1, 2, and 3 involuntarily secluded in RM [ROOM NUMBER]
without staff present. The IJ was called in the presence of the facility's ADM and DON. The ADM and DON
were informed of the facility's failure to have a system in place to ensure Residents 1, 2, and 3 were free
from involuntary seclusion that could result in serious harm that threatened the health and safety for
Residents 1, 2, and 3.
On 1/19/2024, at 9:30 am, while onsite at the facility, the surveyor reviewed the Plan of Action (POA, a list
of steps taken to correct the deficient practices). The surveyor verified and confirmed the facility removed
the IJ situation and implemented the POA through observation, interview, and record review. The surveyor
removed the IJ on 1/19/2024 at 5:16 pm in the presence of the ADM, DON, and Nurse Consultant (NC).
The IJ Removal Plan, dated 1/18/2024 included the following:
1.
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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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5053 Peck Rd.
El Monte, CA 91732
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F 0603
On 1/18/2024, staff immediately removed the utility carts that blocked Residents 1, 2, and 3 from leaving
RM [ROOM NUMBER].
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
2.
Residents Affected - Some
On 1/18/2024, the DON assessed Residents 1, 2, and 3. All three (3) residents were at their baseline
condition without any signs or symptoms (S/S - observed or detectable signs, and experienced symptoms
of an illness, injury, or condition) of distress.
3.
On 1/18/2024, the psychiatrist evaluated Residents 1, 2, and 3 via telehealth and informed the facility that
all three (3) residents did not experience any S/S of psychosocial distress. There were no new orders.
4.
On 1/18/2024, the DON notified Residents 1, 2, and 3' s Medical Doctor (MD 1) regarding the involuntary
seclusion with no new order.
5.
On 1/18/2024, the DON notified the family members of Residents 1, 2, and 3 regarding the incident of
involuntary seclusion.
6.
On 1/18/2024, the ADM provided an in-service to CNA 1 regarding abuse prevention, including involuntary
seclusion.
7.
On 1/18/2024, CNA 1 was suspended, followed by further disciplinary action, including termination based
on the determination/conclusion of the investigation.
8.
On 1/18/2024, the ADM and DON notified the staff of the findings stated in the IJ template, dated
1/18/2024, and gave in-services regarding the abuse policy. During the in-services, the ADM and DON
emphasized the importance of not confining any resident to a room or area against his/her will.
9.
On 1/19/2024, the maintenance supervisor and the housekeeping supervisor stored all clean linens in the
linen storage in different hallways and removed all the clean linen carts from the floor. Any linen carts
required to be on the floor were placed against the wall, avoiding blocking the entrances, including all
residents' rooms.
10.
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Santa Fe Lodge
5053 Peck Rd.
El Monte, CA 91732
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F 0603
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Some
On 1/19/2024, the DON updated the plan of care for Resident 1 who had episodes of grabbing cups from
other resident's rooms. The care plan included the interventions of storing extra clean cups inside Resident
1's room and encouraged Resident 1 to participate in group activities to keep Resident 1 occupied.
(Cross reference F656)
Findings:
1. During a review of Resident 1's admission Record (AR), the AR indicated Resident 1 was admitted to the
facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of paranoid schizophrenia (serious mental illness in which people interpret
reality abnormally), unspecified psychosis (severe mental condition in which thought and emotions are so
affected that contact is lost with external reality), and obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (a
pervasive obsession with order, perfectionism, control, and specific ways of doing things).
During a review of Resident 1's History and Physical (H&P), dated 2/19/2023, the H&P indicated Resident
1 did not have the capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 1's Minimum Data Set (MDS - a standardized resident assessment and care
screening tool), dated 11/17/2023, the MDS indicated Resident 1 had severely impaired cognition (ability to
think, remember, and function). The MDS indicated Resident 1 required partial/moderate assistance (helper
does less than half the effort and lifts or holds trunk or limbs but provides less than half the effort) with
toileting hygiene, showering/bathing self, and personal hygiene. The MDS indicated Resident 1 required
supervision or touching assistance (helper provides verbal cues and/or touching/steadying and/or contact
guard assistance as resident completes the activity and may be provided throughout the activity or
intermittently) with oral hygiene, upper body dressing, lower body dressing, and putting on/taking off
footwear. The MDS indicated Resident 1 required setup or clean-up assistance (helper sets up or cleans up
while the resident completes the activity and helper assists only prior to or following the activity) with eating
and required supervision or touching assistance with sitting to lying, lying to sitting on side of bed, sit to
stand, chair/bed-to-chair transfer, toilet transfer, tub/shower transfer, walking 10 feet.
2. During a review of Resident 2's AR, the AR indicated Resident 2 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]
with diagnoses of schizophrenia, major depressive disorder (serious illness that negatively affects how one
feels, thinks and acts), and anxiety disorder (persistent feeling of dread or panic that can interfere with daily
life).
During a review of Resident 2's untitled care plan, dated 5/2/2022, the care plan indicated Resident 2 had
ineffective coping related to a past traumatic incident, manifested by uncontrollable mood swings causing
anger and paranoid thoughts, thinking someone was coming after Resident 2, causing stress. Interventions
included to build a trusting relationship during day-to-day activities, encourage group activities, and provide
a safe environment and atmosphere of acceptance.
During a review of Resident 2's MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 2 had severely impaired
cognition. The MDS indicated Resident 2 required substantial/maximal assistance (helper does more than
half the effort. Helper lifts or holds trunk or limbs and provides more than half effort) with showering/bathing
self. The MDS indicated Resident 2 required partial/moderate assistance with toileting hygiene, upper body
dressing, lower body dressing, putting on/taking off footwear, and
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Santa Fe Lodge
5053 Peck Rd.
El Monte, CA 91732
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F 0603
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Some
personal hygiene. The MDS indicated Resident 2 required supervision or touching assistance with oral
hygiene. The MDS indicated Resident 2 required setup or clean up assistance with eating and required
supervision or touching assistance with rolling left to right, sitting to lying, lying to sitting on side of bed,
sitting to standing, chair/bed-to-chair transfers, toilet transfers, walking 10 feet.
3. During a review of Resident 3's AR, the AR indicated Resident 3 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]
with diagnoses of paranoid schizophrenia, anxiety disorder, and major depressive disorder.
During a review of Resident 3's H&P, dated 6/10/2023, the H&P indicated Resident 3 had the capacity to
make decision for activities of daily living (ADL- the tasks of everyday life fundamental to caring for oneself).
During a review of Resident 3's MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 3 had moderately
impaired cognition. The MDS indicated Resident 3 required partial/moderate assistance with
showering/bathing self. The MDS indicated Resident 3 required supervision or touching assistance with oral
hygiene, toileting hygiene, upper and lower body dressing, putting on/taking off footwear, and personal
hygiene. The MDS indicated Resident 3 required setup or clean-up assistance with eating. The MDS
indicated Resident 3 required supervision or touching assistance with toilet transfers. The MDS indicated
Resident 3 required setup or clean-up assistance with rolling left and right, sitting to lying, lying to sitting on
side of bed, sitting to standing, chair/bed-to-chair transfers, and walking 10 feet.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/18/2024 at 9:50 am, while on a tour with the Social
Services Director (SSD), two blue utility/linen carts were tied to the hallway siderail and the strike plate hole
in front of RM [ROOM NUMBER]'s doorway. The SSD stated two utility carts were blocking RM [ROOM
NUMBER]'s doorway. The SSD stated there was a clear trash bag that tied both utility carts together, a
clear trash bag that tied the left utility cart to the inside of RM [ROOM NUMBER]'s strike plate hole, and a
clear trash bag that tied the right utility cart to the right siderail in the hallway. The SSD stated the SSD was
unclear why there were trash bags tying two utility carts in place to block RM [ROOM NUMBER]'s doorway.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/18/2024 at 9:52 am, with CNA 1, in front of RM [ROOM
NUMBER]'s doorway, there were two utility carts blocking the doorway. CNA 1 stated the utility carts were
tied with clear trash bags. CNA 1 stated the Residents in RM [ROOM NUMBER] (Residents 1, 2, and 3)
could not get out the room unless CNA 1 or another staff member (in general) untied the three trash bags
and moved the two utility carts out of RM [ROOM NUMBER]'s doorway. CNA 1 stated the purpose of
blocking RM [ROOM NUMBER]'s doorway was to block Resident 1 from coming out of RM [ROOM
NUMBER] due to Resident 1's behavioral issues. CNA 1 stated Resident 1 stole other residents'
(unidentified) cups and while walking, Resident 1 spilled water on the floor.
During an interview on 1/18/2024 at 10:03 am, with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 1, in front of Resident
1's doorway, LVN 1 stated CNA 1 informed LVN 1 that CNA 1 barricaded (blocked) Resident 1's doorway
with two utility carts and tied the carts with trash bags to keep Resident 1 in the room. LVN 1 stated, CNA 1
needed to keep Resident 1 in the room while housekeeping staff (in general) cleaned the floor because
Resident 1 spilled liquid from Resident 1's cups all over the floor. LVN 1 stated blocking RM [ROOM
NUMBER]'s doorway could lead to injury to Resident 1 in an emergency.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/18/2024 at 10:11 am, with LVN 2, in front of RM
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Santa Fe Lodge
5053 Peck Rd.
El Monte, CA 91732
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F 0603
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Some
[ROOM NUMBER]'s doorway, LVN 2 untied three, clear trash bags anchored to two utility carts in RM
[ROOM NUMBER]'s doorway. LVN 2 stated Residents 1, 2, and 3 were in RM [ROOM NUMBER] at the
time RM [ROOM NUMBER]'s doorway was blocked. LVN 2 stated Residents 2 and 3 were trapped inside
RM [ROOM NUMBER] with Resident 1 and could not get out of the room. LVN 2 stated blocking Residents
1, 2, and 3 in their room was a type of abuse used for staff convenience.
During an interview on 1/18/2024 at 10:18 am, Resident 2 stated Resident 2 did not know why staff blocked
RM [ROOM NUMBER]'s doorway so Resident 2 could not get out of the room. Resident 2 stated Resident
2 did not like it when staff did that. Resident 2 stated staff were not nice, and it made Resident 2 feel terrible
when staff blocked the doorway. Resident 2 stated Resident 2 wished staff would stop blocking the doorway
because it did not make sense when he was trapped in the room with Resident 1. Resident 2 stated
Resident 2 did not know how to ask for help when Resident 2 wanted to get out of the room or needed
assistance.
During an interview on 1/18/2024 at 11:38 am, with CNA 1, CNA 1 stated Resident 3 would yell and
scream to be let out of the room to smoke cigarettes when the doorway was barricaded.
During an interview with CNA 3 on 11/18/2024, at 11:56 am, CNA 3 stated CNA 1 barricaded Resident 1's
doorway because housekeeping staff (in general) had to spend time cleaning up whatever Resident 1
dropped on the floor. CNA 3 stated this happened every day. CNA 3 stated when CNA 3 saw RM [ROOM
NUMBER]'s doorway barricaded, CNA 3 untied the utility carts, but CNA 3 would get yelled at by other
nursing staff (unable to identified). CNA 3 stated barricading Resident 1 inside RM [ROOM NUMBER] was
abuse in the form of involuntary seclusion. CNA 3 stated Resident 3 liked to smoke cigarettes and when
RM [ROOM NUMBER] was blocked by the utility/linen carts, Resident 3 could not go out to smoke. CNA 3
stated Resident 3 had to yell and scream until staff eventually let Resident 3 out of the room to smoke.
During an interview on 1/18/2024 at 12:12 pm, with Resident 3, Resident 3 stated Resident 3 liked to
smoke. Resident 3 stated it made Resident 3 really mad and upset because Resident 3 had to yell and
scream to get someone to let Resident 3 out of RM [ROOM NUMBER] to smoke. Resident 3 stated it
generally took over 15 minutes for staff to let Resident 3 out of the room. Resident 3 stated it felt like staff
forget about everyone in RM [ROOM NUMBER]. Resident 3 stated it was stupid Resident 3 had to ask for
permission to leave the room and Resident 3 hated it.
During an interview on 1/18/2024 at 12:31 pm, with the Infection Prevention Nurse (IPN), the IPN stated the
IPN had put the utility carts in RM [ROOM NUMBER]'s doorway before, but never tied the carts with trash
bags. The IPN stated this practice (blocking RM [ROOM NUMBER]'s doorway) was done by the IPN and
other staff (unidentified) to diminish (reduce) Resident 1's traffic around the facility because Resident 1
walked around the facility with cups of water and spilled the water everywhere. The IPN stated the utility
carts were generally put in RM [ROOM NUMBER]'s doorway in the morning when staff were busy.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/18/2024 at 12:47 pm, with the DON and Admissions
Director (AD), the facility's security footage of Camera Two was reviewed. The DON stated on 1/18/2024 at
8:29:14 am, Resident 1 went into RM [ROOM NUMBER]. The DON stated on 1/18/2024 at 8:30:11 am,
CNA 1 held a trash bag in CNA 1's hands. The DON stated on 1/18/2024 at 8:31:46 am, CNA 1 moved two
utility carts into the doorway of RM [ROOM NUMBER].
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/18/2024 at 2:49 pm, with LVN 2, Residents 1,
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Santa Fe Lodge
5053 Peck Rd.
El Monte, CA 91732
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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F 0603
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Some
2, and 3's AR were reviewed. Residents 1, 2, and 3 had diagnoses of schizophrenia and Residents 2 and 3
had anxiety. LVN 2 stated Residents 1, 2, and 3's schizophrenia could have been exacerbated from being
barricaded in RM [ROOM NUMBER]. LVN 2 stated Residents 2 and 3 could have anxiety attacks (intense
feeling of dread, fear, or discomfort, with a feeling of losing control or that one's life is in danger when no
threat is present) and pass out. LVN 2 stated staff would not know if a medical emergency (illness or
injuries that need care right away) was happening in RM [ROOM NUMBER] because the residents
(Residents 1, 2, and 3) were barricaded inside.
During an interview on 1/16/2024 at 3:18 pm, with the DON, the DON stated the utility carts were supposed
to be used for linens, towels, and blankets for the residents. The DON stated utility carts were to be stored
in the hallways along the walls. The DON stated the utility carts were not supposed to be used to block RM
[ROOM NUMBER]'s doorway and barricade Residents 1, 2, and 3 inside their room. The DON stated doing
so was abuse in the form of involuntary seclusion. The DON stated Residents 1, 2, and 3 who were
involuntarily secluded to their rooms were at risk for depression, anxiety, and negative behaviors. The DON
stated Residents 1, 2, and 3 who had diagnoses such as schizophrenia, depression, and anxiety were at
higher risk of having an exacerbation of their illness symptoms by being involuntarily secluded in their
room. The DON stated Residents 1, 2, and 3 could become entangled by the barricade and become injured
or die when Residents 1, 2, and 3 attempt to get out.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (PP) titled, Involuntary Seclusion, undated, the PP
indicated the goal was to ensure all residents would be free of involuntary seclusion. The PP indicated
examples of involuntary seclusion included confining a resident to his or her room as form of punishment or
for staff convenience, and any attempt to keep a resident confined to a certain area by blocking the exit with
furniture or a closed door. The PP indicated secluding or confining a resident against his or her will was
prohibited.
During a review of the facility's PP titled, Resident Rights, revised 2/2021, the PP indicated employees shall
treat all residents with kindness, respect, and dignity. The PP indicated residents had the right to be free
from involuntary seclusion.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
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Santa Fe Lodge
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El Monte, CA 91732
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F 0656
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and
actions that can be measured.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to develop and implement the care plan (CP) for
one of 10 sampled residents (Resident 1) when Resident 1 was walking around the facility, spilling liquid on
the floor.
This failure resulted in Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) 1 barricading (improvised barrier erected to prevent
or delay of movement of residents getting through) Residents 1 ' s doorway with two utility/linen carts
(material handling cart used for bedding, linens, and other supplies) to block the entrance/exit (only one
trance and exit). This deficient practice had the potential for Residents 1 to experience further incidents of
involuntary seclusion that could lead to psychosocial (mental, emotional, social, and spiritual effects) harm,
serious injury, serious harm, serious impairment, or death.
(Cross reference F603)
Findings:
During a review of Resident 1 ' s admission Record (AR), the AR indicated Resident 1 was admitted to the
facility on [DATE] with diagnoses of paranoid schizophrenia (serious mental illness in which people interpret
reality abnormally), unspecified psychosis (severe mental condition in which thought and emotions are so
affected that contact is lost with external reality), and obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (a
pervasive obsession with order, perfectionism, control, and specific ways of doing things).
During a review of Resident 1 ' s untitled CP, revised on 2/21/2020, the CP indicated Resident 1 had
episodes of wandering in co-residents ' rooms. The CP indicated interventions of maximizing Resident 1 ' s
abilities to participate in activities of daily living (ADL- the tasks of everyday life fundamental to caring for
oneself) by encouraging exercise, movement, social interaction, and arts and crafts; minimizing the effects
of environmental stress, safety hazards, and disorientation through creation of calm, reassuring and safe
environment; and re-directing resident to Resident 1 ' s room or group activities when Resident 1 was
observed attempting to enter co-residents ' room.
During a review of Resident 1 ' s untitled CP, revised on 2/21/2020, the CP indicated Resident 1 had
non-compliance manifested by grabbing food/drinks from the trays of other residents. The CP indicated
interventions to redirect Resident 1; inform Resident 1 of possible alternatives, consequences/needs;
document Resident 1 ' s response to specific non-compliance as needed; notify any risk/consequences in
result of non-compliance; respect Resident 1 ' s rights; provide explanation/rationale for care for better
compliance; and involve Resident 1 ' s significant other to gain cooperation.
During a review of Resident 1 ' s History and Physical (H&P), dated 2/19/2023, the H&P indicated Resident
1 did not have the capacity to understand and make decisions.
During a review of Resident 1 ' s Minimum Data Set (MDS - a standardized resident assessment and care
screening tool), dated 11/17/2023, the MDS indicated Resident 1 had severely impaired cognition (ability to
think, remember, and function). The MDS indicated Resident 1 required supervision or touching assistance
with sitting to lying, lying to sitting on side of bed, sit to stand,
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555106
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A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/19/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Santa Fe Lodge
5053 Peck Rd.
El Monte, CA 91732
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F 0656
chair/bed-to-chair transfer, toilet transfer, tub/shower transfer, and walking 10 feet.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/18/2024 at 9:50 am, while on a tour with the Social
Services Director (SSD), two blue utility/linen carts were tied to the hallway side rail and the strike plate
hole in front of Resident 1 ' s doorway. The SSD stated the two utility carts were blocking Resident 1 ' s
doorway. The SSD stated there was a clear trash bag that tied both utility carts together, a clear trash bag
that tied the left utility cart to the inside of Resident 1's strike plate hole, and a clear trash bag that tied the
right utility cart to the right side rail in the hallway. The SSD stated the SSD was unclear why there were
trash bags tying two utility carts in place to block Resident 1 ' s doorway.
Residents Affected - Few
During a concurrent observation and interview on 1/18/2024 at 9:52 am, with CNA 1, in front of RM [ROOM
NUMBER] ' s doorway, there were two utility carts blocking the doorway. CNA 1 stated the utility carts were
tied with clear trash bags. CNA 1 stated the Residents in RM [ROOM NUMBER] (Residents 1, 2, and 3)
could not get out the room unless CNA 1 or another staff member (in general) untied the three trash bags
and moved the two utility carts out of Resident 1 ' s doorway. CNA 1 stated the purpose of blocking
Resident 1 ' s doorway was to block Resident 1 from coming out of Resident 1 ' s room due to behavioral
issues. CNA 1 stated Resident 1 stole other residents ' (unidentified) cups and while walking, Resident 1
would spill water on the floor.
During an interview on 1/18/2024 at 10:03 am, with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 1, LVN 1 stated
Resident 1 ' s care plan interventions were to redirect Resident 1, turn Resident 1 ' s television on to sports,
and activities with close supervision. LVN 1 stated Resident 1 ' s care plans interventions were not
implemented before Resident 1 was barricaded in the room.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 1/18/2024 at 10:39 am, with LVN 2, Resident 1 ' s
untitled CPs were reviewed. LVN 2 stated none of Resident 1 ' s CP interventions were used before staff
barricaded Resident 1 inside Resident 1 ' s room with utility carts and trash bags. LVN 2 stated the CP
interventions should be followed for resident safety. LVN 2 stated if staff and LVN 2 followed Resident 1 ' s
CP interventions, they would not have needed to barricade Resident 1 in the room.
During an interview on 1/16/2024 at 3:18 pm, with the DON, the DON stated CPs (in general) were made
for residents with specific problems and the interventions needed to be followed at all times by the staff (in
general). The DON stated if CP interventions were not working, the CP needed to be revised and
addressed with upper staff like the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT- team members from different disciplines
working collaboratively, with a common purpose, to set goals, make decisions and share resources and
responsibilities) so problems could be addressed. The DON stated if staff had followed Resident 1 ' s CP,
Resident 1 would not need to be barricaded in the room. The DON stated utility carts were not supposed to
be used to block residents ' room doorway and barricade residents inside their rooms. The DON stated
doing so was abuse in the form of involuntary seclusion. The DON stated residents who were involuntarily
secluded to their rooms were at risk for depression, anxiety, and negative behaviors. The DON stated
involuntary secluding residents who had diagnoses such as schizophrenia, depression, and anxiety were at
higher risk of having an exacerbation of their illness symptoms. The DON stated residents could become
entangled by the barricade and become injured or die while attempting to get out of the room.
During a review of the facility ' s policy and procedure (PP) titled, Care Plans, Comprehensive
Person-Centered, revised 3/2022, the PP indicated a comprehensive, person-centered CP included
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Event ID:
Facility ID:
555106
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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
555106
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/19/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Santa Fe Lodge
5053 Peck Rd.
El Monte, CA 91732
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 0656
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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measurable objectives and timetables to meet the residents ' physical, psychosocial and functional needs
was developed and implemented for each resident. The PP indicated CP interventions were chosen only
after data gathering, proper sequencing of events, careful consideration of the relationship between the
residents ' problem areas and their causes, and relevant clinical decision making. The PP indicated, when
possible, interventions addressed the underlying source(s) of the problem area(s), not just symptoms or
triggers. The PP indicated assessments of residents are ongoing and CP are revised as information about
the residents and the residents ' conditions change. The PP indicated the IDT reviewed and updated the CP
when the desired outcome was not met.
Event ID:
Facility ID:
555106
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