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Inspection visit

Health inspection

SKYLINE HEALTHCARE CENTER - LACMS #5551172 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 2 deficiencies, 1 of them serious (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). The full statement and the facility’s plan of correction follow, verbatim from the federal record.

F 0600 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Level of Harm - Actual harm Residents Affected - Few **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to protect the resident ' s right to be free from physical abuse (deliberately aggressive or violent behavior with the intention to cause harm by one resident towards another) for one of two sampled residents (Resident 1) when on 3/21/2025 at 7 a.m., Resident 2 scratched Resident 1 ' s right lower foot. This deficient practice resulted in Resident 1 being subjected to physical abuse by Resident 2 while under the care of the facility. Resident 1 had a scratched mark measuring 10 centimeters (cm- a unit of measurement) in length and 0.3 cm in width on Resident 1 ' s right lower foot that needed first aid (initial assistance and care given to a resident who has been injured) and daily wound treatments. Resident 1 was visibly upset. Resident 1 verbalized that when Resident 2 scratched Resident 1 ' s right lower foot it brought (back) her (Resident 1) post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD - a disorder in which a person has difficulty recovering after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event) from a previous incident (did not indicate the specific incident), shook (emotionally or physically disturbed; upset) her (Resident 1), and made her (Resident 1) scared. Findings: a. During a review of Resident 1 ' s admission Record (AR), the AR indicated the facility admitted Resident 1 on 2/12/2025 with diagnoses including parkinsonism (a broad term that refers to brain conditions that caused slowed movements, rigidity [stiffness], and tremors), quadriplegia (a severe medical condition characterized by the partial or total loss of function in all four limbs [arms and legs] and the torso [the main part of the body that contains the chest, abdomen, pelvis, and back), and depression (a persistent state of sadness and loss of interest that can significantly affect how you feel, think, and behave, making it hard to enjoy life or carry out daily activities). During a review of Resident 1 ' s Minimum Data Set (MDS – a resident assessment tool) dated 2/16/2025, the MDS indicated Resident 1 had intact cognition (refers to the mental processes involved in knowing, learning, and understanding). The MDS indicated Resident 1 was dependent (helper does all the effort and resident does none of the effort to complete the activity) with toileting hygiene, and shower. During a review of Resident 1 ' s Change in Condition (COC- when there is a sudden change in a resident ' s condition) Evaluation, dated 3/21/2025 at 7:50 a.m., the COC Evaluation indicated Resident 1 stated Resident 2, a roommate, scratched Resident 1 ' s right lower foot while Resident 2, seated on Resident 2 ' s wheelchair 1 while being wheeled out of Residents 1 and 2 ' s room by a staff member (name not indicated). The COC Evaluation indicated there was a noted red line (no other (continued on next page) Any deficiency statement ending with an asterisk (*) denotes a deficiency which the institution may be excused from correcting providing it is determined that other safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days following the date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14 days following the date these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued program participation. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE TITLE (X6) DATE FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Facility ID: If continuation sheet Page 1 of 6 Event ID: 555117 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 555117 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 04/01/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Skyline Healthcare Center - LA 3032 Rowena Ave Los Angeles, CA 90039 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 0600 descriptions indicated) in Resident 1 ' s right lower foot and staff (LVN 2) cleaned the skin area (the skin area with the red line). Level of Harm - Actual harm Residents Affected - Few During a review of Resident 1 ' s COC Evaluation, dated 3/21/2025 at 8:30 a.m., the COC Evaluation indicated Resident 1 had a red line scratched mark measuring 10 cm in length by 0.3 cm in width which Resident 1 got from Resident 2 who scratched Resident 1 ' s right lower foot. During a review of Resident 1 ' s Order Summary Report (OSR), dated 3/21/2025, the OSR indicated Resident 1 ' s Physician/Medical Doctor (MD) 1 ordered to clean Resident 1 ' s right foot red line scratched mark with normal saline (a mixture of water and salt with a salt concentration of 0.9 percent [% - per one hundred], for every 1 liter [L – 1,000 milliliter, a unit of measurement] of water, there are nine grams [unit of measurement] of salt), pat dry, apply bacitracin ointment (a topical antibiotic ointment, essentially a cream, used to prevent infection in minor skin injuries like cuts, scrapes, and burns), and leave the wound open to air every day shift for 21 days. During a review of Resident 1 ' s Skin Check (SC), dated 3/21/2025 at 4:47 p.m., the SC indicated Resident 1 ' s right lower foot was noted with a red line scratched mark measuring 10 cm in length by 0.3 cm in width. During a review of Resident 1 ' s Psychiatric Follow Up Note (PN – a clinical document used by mental health professionals to record the progress of a resident ' s treatment after the initial evaluation), dated 3/21/2025, the PN indicated Resident 1 alleged that her roommate (Resident 2) became agitated and while staff was managing Resident 2 ' s behavior (the way in which one acts or conducts oneself, especially toward others, Resident 2 scratched Resident 1 ' s foot (right lower foot). The PN indicated Resident 1 did not answer questions when prompted (encourage to say something) as she (Resident 1) was visibly upset. The PN indicated Resident 1 had a diagnosis of depression. During a review of Resident 1 ' s Treatment Administration Record (TAR - a daily documentation record used by a licensed nurse to document treatments given to a resident), dated 3/2025, the TAR indicated on 3/21/2025 Resident 1 ' s right foot scratch was cleaned with normal saline, patted dry, bacitracin ointment applied, and left the wound open to air. b. During a review of Resident 2 ' s AR, the AR indicated the facility admitted the resident on 4/16/2024 and readmitted the resident on 5/13/2024, with diagnoses that included dementia (a general term for a decline in mental ability that interferes with daily life, encompassing symptoms like trouble remembering, thinking, or making decisions), major depressive disorder (a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest in activities, and other symptoms that significantly affect daily functioning), and general anxiety disorder (a mental health condition that produces fear, worry, and a constant feeling of being overwhelmed). During a review of Resident 2 ' s MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 2 had severely impaired cognition (a significant and substantial decline in a person ' s ability to think, learn, remember, and make decisions, which significantly impacts their daily functioning). The MDS indicated Resident 2 needed substantial/maximal assistance with sit to stand. During a review of Resident 2 ' s COC Evaluation, dated 3/21/2025 at 7 a.m., the COC Evaluation indicated Resident 2 was noted with episode of increased aggression through striking out for no apparent reason. The COC indicated Resident 2 was noted yelling and screaming to Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) 1, and was combative. (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 555117 If continuation sheet Page 2 of 6 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 555117 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 04/01/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Skyline Healthcare Center - LA 3032 Rowena Ave Los Angeles, CA 90039 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 0600 Level of Harm - Actual harm Residents Affected - Few During an interview on 4/1/2025 at 11 a.m. with Resident 1, Resident 1 stated Resident 1 did not recall the date of the incident, but it was early in the morning at around 6 a.m. Resident 1 saw her roommate Resident 2 swung a detachable bed remote control at CNA 1. Resident 1 stated Resident 2 was walking out of the room to the door with CNA 1, but Resident 2 turned towards Resident 1 and scratched Resident 1 ' s right foot. Resident 1 stated Resident 1 was lying in bed and could not defend herself. Resident 1 stated, Resident 1 sustained a 10 cm-scratch. During an interview on 4/1/2025 at 2:14 p.m. with Resident 1, Resident 1 stated the incident with Resident 2 scratching Resident 1 ' sright lower foot brought (back) her PTSD from a previous incident. Resident 1 stated it (Resident 2 scratching her right lower foot) shook her and made her (Resident 1) scared. During an interview on 4/1/2025 at 2:23 p.m. with CNA 1, CNA 1 stated she worked on 3/20/2025 from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. and was assigned to care for Residents 1 and 2. CNA 1 stated on 3/21/2025 at around 6:45 a.m., Resident 2 sat up in Resident 2 ' s bed upset and began to shout and yell at the Housekeeper (HK) 1 who was cleaning Resident 1 and Resident 2 ' s room. CNA 1 stated Resident 2 stood up wanting to walk, grabbed the detachable remote control of the bed, and began to swing the bed remote control at CNA 1. CNA 1 stated Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2 and LVN 3 came to Resident 2 ' s room. CNA 1 stated Resident 2 had the bed remote control in Resident 2 ' s left hand and was walking towards the door. CNA 1 stated CNA and the LVNs (LVNs 2 and 3) were walking around Resident 2 to support Resident 2 from falling but also avoiding getting hit by Resident 2. CNA 1 stated CNA 1 saw Resident 2 walked all the way to Resident 1 ' s bed (nearest the door) and scratched Resident 1 ' s foot (right lower foot). CNA 1 stated Resident 1 said, She (Resident 2) scratched my foot. During an interview on 4/1/2025 at 3:57 p.m. with the Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated Resident 2 scratched Resident 1 ' s right lower foot on 3/21/2025 at around 7 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. The DON stated she saw Resident 1 on 3/21/2025 at around 9 a.m. in the hallway and Resident 1 told her (DON) Resident 2 scratched Resident 1 ' s right lower foot. The DON stated Resident 2 scratching Resident 1 ' s right lower foot is considered physical abuse. The DON stated the facility does not allow abuse because Resident 1 can psychosocially (refers to how both the psychological [relating to the mental and emotional state] and social factors contribute to a person ' s overall well-being, development, and functioning) feel unsafe in Resident 1 ' s environment and the potential for further harm. During a review of the current facility-provided Policy and Procedures (P&P) titled, Abuse Prevention and Management, revised on 5/30/2024 and effective on 6/12/2024, the P&P indicated The facility does not condone any form of resident abuse During a review of the facility ' s P&P titled, Reporting Abuse, last reviewed on 4/4/2024, the P&P indicated, The facility will ensure that the resident has the right to be free from . physical . abuse FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 555117 If continuation sheet Page 3 of 6 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 555117 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 04/01/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Skyline Healthcare Center - LA 3032 Rowena Ave Los Angeles, CA 90039 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 0609 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to implement its policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Reporting Abuse, by failing to report a physical abuse (deliberately aggressive or violent behavior with the intention to cause harm by one resident towards another) to the State Survey Agency no later than two hours for two of four sample residents (Resident 1 and Resident 2) when on 3/21/2025 at 7 a.m., Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 1 witnessed Resident 2 scratched Resident 1 ' s right lower foot. This deficient practice had the potential to result in unidentified abuse and placed Residents 1 and 2 at risk for further abuse. Resident 1 had a scratched mark measuring 10 centimeters (cm- a unit of measurement) in length and 0.3 cm in width on Resident 1 ' s right lower foot that needed first aid (initial assistance and care given to a resident who has been injured) and daily wound treatments. Resident 1 was visibly upset. Resident 1 verbalized that when Resident 2 scratched Resident 1 ' s right lower foot it brought (back) her (Resident 1) post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD - a disorder in which a person has difficulty recovering after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event) from a previous incident (did not indicate the specific incident), shook (emotionally or physically disturbed; upset) her (Resident 1), and made her (Resident 1) scared. Cross Reference F600 Findings: a. During a review of Resident 1 ' s admission Record (AR), the AR indicated the facility admitted Resident 1 on 2/12/2025 with diagnoses including parkinsonism (a broad term that refers to brain conditions that caused slowed movements, rigidity [stiffness], and tremors), quadriplegia (a severe medical condition characterized by the partial or total loss of function in all four limbs [arms and legs] and the torso [the main part of the body that contains the chest, abdomen, pelvis, and back), and depression (a persistent state of sadness and loss of interest that can significantly affect how you feel, think, and behave, making it hard to enjoy life or carry out daily activities). During a review of Resident 1 ' s Minimum Data Set (MDS – a resident assessment tool) dated 2/16/2025, the MDS indicated Resident 1 had intact cognition (refers to the mental processes involved in knowing, learning, and understanding). The MDS indicated Resident 1 was dependent (helper does all the effort and resident does none of the effort to complete the activity) with toileting hygiene, and shower. During a review of Resident 1 ' s Change in Condition (COC- when there is a sudden change in a resident ' s condition) Evaluation, dated 3/21/2025 at 7:50 a.m., the COC Evaluation indicated Resident 1 stated Resident 2, a roommate, scratched Resident 1 ' s right lower foot while Resident 2, seated on Resident 2 ' s wheelchair 1 while being wheeled out of Residents 1 and 2 ' s room by a staff member (name not indicated). The COC Evaluation indicated there was a noted red line (no other descriptions indicated) in Resident 1 ' s right lower foot and staff (LVN 2) cleaned the skin area (the skin area with the red line). During a review of Resident 1 ' s COC Evaluation, dated 3/21/2025 at 8:30 a.m., the COC Evaluation indicated Resident 1 had a red line scratched mark measuring 10 cm in length by 0.3 cm in width which Resident 1 got from Resident 2 who scratched Resident 1 ' s right lower foot. (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 555117 If continuation sheet Page 4 of 6 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 555117 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 04/01/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Skyline Healthcare Center - LA 3032 Rowena Ave Los Angeles, CA 90039 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 0609 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few During a review of Resident 1 ' s Order Summary Report (OSR), dated 3/21/2025, the OSR indicated Resident 1 ' s Physician/Medical Doctor (MD) 1 ordered to clean Resident 1 ' s right foot red line scratched mark with normal saline (a mixture of water and salt with a salt concentration of 0.9 percent [% - per one hundred], for every 1 liter [L – 1,000 milliliter, a unit of measurement] of water, there are nine grams [unit of measurement] of salt), pat dry, apply bacitracin ointment (a topical antibiotic ointment, essentially a cream, used to prevent infection in minor skin injuries like cuts, scrapes, and burns), and leave the wound open to air every day shift for 21 days. During a review of Resident 1 ' s Skin Check (SC), dated 3/21/2025 at 4:47 p.m., the SC indicated Resident 1 ' s right lower foot was noted with a red line scratched mark measuring 10 cm in length by 0.3 cm in width. During a review of Resident 1 ' s Psychiatric Follow Up Note (PN – a clinical document used by mental health professionals to record the progress of a resident ' s treatment after the initial evaluation), dated 3/21/2025, the PN indicated Resident 1 alleged that her roommate (Resident 2) became agitated and while staff was managing Resident 2 ' s behavior (the way in which one acts or conducts oneself, especially toward others, Resident 2 scratched Resident 1 ' s foot (right lower foot). The PN indicated Resident 1 did not answer questions when prompted (encourage to say something) as she (Resident 1) was visibly upset. The PN indicated Resident 1 had a diagnosis of depression. During a review of Resident 1 ' s Treatment Administration Record (TAR - a daily documentation record used by a licensed nurse to document treatments given to a resident), dated 3/2025, the TAR indicated on 3/21/2025 Resident 1 ' s right foot scratch was cleaned with normal saline, patted dry, bacitracin ointment applied, and left the wound open to air. b. During a review of Resident 2 ' s AR, the AR indicated the facility admitted the resident on 4/16/2024 and readmitted the resident on 5/13/2024, with diagnoses that included dementia (a general term for a decline in mental ability that interferes with daily life, encompassing symptoms like trouble remembering, thinking, or making decisions), major depressive disorder (a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest in activities, and other symptoms that significantly affect daily functioning), and general anxiety disorder (a mental health condition that produces fear, worry, and a constant feeling of being overwhelmed). During a review of Resident 2 ' s MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 2 had severely impaired cognition (a significant and substantial decline in a person ' s ability to think, learn, remember, and make decisions, which significantly impacts their daily functioning). The MDS indicated Resident 2 needed substantial/maximal assistance with sit to stand. During a review of Resident 2 ' s COC Evaluation, dated 3/21/2025 at 7 a.m., the COC Evaluation indicated Resident 2 was noted with episode of increased aggression through striking out for no apparent reason. The COC indicated Resident 2 was noted yelling and screaming to Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) 1, and was combative. During an interview on 4/1/2025 at 11 a.m. with Resident 1, Resident 1 stated Resident 1 did not recall the date of the incident, but it was early in the morning at around 6 a.m. Resident 1 saw her roommate Resident 2 swung a detachable bed remote control at CNA 1. Resident 1 stated Resident 2 was walking out of the room to the door with CNA 1, but Resident 2 turned towards Resident 1 and scratched Resident 1 ' s right foot. Resident 1 stated Resident 1 was lying in bed and could not defend herself. Resident 1 stated, Resident 1 sustained a 10 cm-scratch. (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 555117 If continuation sheet Page 5 of 6 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 555117 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 04/01/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Skyline Healthcare Center - LA 3032 Rowena Ave Los Angeles, CA 90039 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 0609 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few During an interview on 4/1/2025 at 2:14 p.m. with Resident 1, Resident 1 stated the incident with Resident 2 scratching Resident 1 ' sright lower foot brought (back) her PTSD from a previous incident. Resident 1 stated it (Resident 2 scratching her right lower foot) shook her and made her (Resident 1) scared. During an interview on 4/1/2025 at 2:23 p.m. with CNA 1, CNA 1 stated she worked on 3/20/2025 from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. and was assigned to care for Residents 1 and 2. CNA 1 stated on 3/21/2025 at around 6:45 a.m., Resident 2 sat up in Resident 2 ' s bed upset and began to shout and yell at the Housekeeper (HK) 1 who was cleaning Resident 1 and Resident 2 ' s room. CNA 1 stated Resident 2 stood up wanting to walk, grabbed the detachable remote control of the bed, and began to swing the bed remote control at CNA 1. CNA 1 stated Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 2 and LVN 3 came to Resident 2 ' s room. CNA 1 stated Resident 2 had the bed remote control in Resident 2 ' s left hand and was walking towards the door. CNA 1 stated CNA and the LVNs (LVNs 2 and 3) were walking around Resident 2 to support Resident 2 from falling but also avoiding getting hit by Resident 2. CNA 1 stated CNA 1 saw Resident 2 walked all the way to Resident 1 ' s bed (nearest the door) and scratched Resident 1 ' s foot (right lower foot). CNA 1 stated Resident 1 said, She (Resident 2) scratched my foot. During a concurrent interview and record review on 4/1/2025 at 3:57 p.m., the facility-provided Transmission Verification Report (a document that verifies the successful transmission of a fax), dated 10/1/2013 at 9:15 p.m., was reviewed with the DON. The DON stated the Transmission Verification Report ' s date of 10/1/2013 at 9:15 p.m. was incorrect. The DON stated this was regarding a resident to resident abuse (Resident 1 and Resident 2) which she (DON) sent to the SSA on 3/21/2025 at around 11:40 a.m. the DON stated Resident 2 scratched Resident 1 ' s right lower foot on 3/21/2025 at around 7 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. The DON stated she saw Resident 1 on 3/21/2025 at around 9 a.m. in the hallway and Resident 1 told her (DON) Resident 2 scratched Resident 1 ' s right lower foot. The DON stated Resident 2 scratching Resident 1 ' s right lower foot is considered physical abuse. The DON stated the facility does not allow abuse because Resident 1 can psychosocially (refers to how both the psychological [relating to the mental and emotional state] and social factors contribute to a person ' s overall well-being, development, and functioning) feel unsafe in Resident 1 ' s environment and the potential for further harm. The DON stated knowledge or suspicion of physical abuse must be reported within two hours. The DON stated her staff should have reported to the Administrator and/or the DON and should have reported the incident immediately. The DON stated staff knew about the incident around 7:45 a.m. and it was reported around 11:30 a.m. (by the DON) to the SSA indicated a delay in the reporting. The DON stated the potential for not reporting within the two-hour timeframe can place the residents at further risk for abuse. During a review of the facility ' s P&P titled, Reporting Abuse, last reviewed on 4/4/2024, the P&P indicated, The facility will report known or suspected instances of physical abuse to the proper authorities by telephone or through a confidential internet reporting tool as required by state and federal regulations. I. If the reportable event results in serious bodily injury, a telephone report shall be made to the local law enforcement agency immediately and no later than two (2) hours) of the observation, knowledge or suspicion of the physical abuse. In addition, a written report shall be made to . the California Department of Public Health (or SSA) . within two (2) hours of the observation, knowledge, or suspicion of the physical abuse. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 555117 If continuation sheet Page 6 of 6

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Citations

2 citations recorded*CMS

What do CMS severity letters mean?

Serious (G-L). Actual harm to a resident, or immediate jeopardy. Codes G through I indicate actual harm; J through L indicate immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.

General (A-F). No actual harm found, or harm that is minimal. The facility must still submit a Plan of Correction. Most CMS citations land here.

Each letter combines severity with scope: how many residents the deficiency affected.

  • 0600SeriousS&S Gactual harm

    F600 - Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

  • 0609GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F609 - The facility must develop and implement written policies and procedures that:

    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

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What happened during the April 1, 2025 survey of SKYLINE HEALTHCARE CENTER - LA?

This was a inspection survey of SKYLINE HEALTHCARE CENTER - LA on April 1, 2025. The surveyor cited 2 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at SKYLINE HEALTHCARE CENTER - LA on April 1, 2025?

Yes, 2 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect b..."

What type of survey was this?

This was a inspection survey conducted by state surveyors under federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) oversight. Findings are published on CMS Care Compare.

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