F 0689
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to
prevent accidents.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure adequate supervision was provided to
one of three residents reviewed for accidents (Resident 1), who was wheelchair bound and cognitively
impaired. Resident 1 was left unsupervised while outside the facility. In addition, there was no interventions
developed by the facility to address the resident who was at risk for injury and accidents due to impaired
cognition.This failure resulted in Resident 1 being hit by a moving vehicle while out in the parking lot of the
facility, which has the potential to cause pain or injury to Resident 1.Findings:On January 12, 2026, at 10:51
a.m., an unannounced visit was conducted at the facility to investigate a complaint and facility reported
incident involving an accident. On January 12, 2026, at 10:51 a.m., during an observation of the facility
parking lot, front patio, and front entrance, the following were observed:a. The facility had a large parking lot
with a smooth surface that connected directly to a u-shaped driveway and the facility entrance.b. There was
no observed caution signage, patio seating, or safety barrier for pedestrians due to expected vehicle traffic
on the u-shaped driveway near the facility entrance.c. The facility entrance had an automatic sliding door.d.
Upon entering, the lobby was clean with seating available. The receptionist sat behind a desk with a tall
countertop that had a box of facial masks and signage, obstructing the view of the entrance. On January
12, 2026, Resident 1's medical record was reviewed. Resident 1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with
diagnoses which included hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant
side (one-sided body weakness resulting in brain damage after a stroke).A review of the care plans for
Resident 1 did not indicate interventions addressing the resident's risk for injury related to impaired
cognition.A review of Resident 1's Minimum Data Set (MDS- an assessment tool), dated November 10,
2025, indicated Resident 1 had a BIMS (Brief Interview of Mental Status-a cognitive assessment tool) score
of 9 (moderate cognitive impairmentA review of Resident 1's eINTERACT Change in Condition Evaluation,
dated January 2, 2026, indicated, .resident was hit by a SUV [sport utility vehicle - a larger car that sits
higher off the ground than most regular cars] outside facility in the parking lot while she was propelling her
wheelchair .But resident keeps on stating to feel left elbow discomfort .A review of Resident 1's COC
(Change of Condition)/INTERACT ASSESSMENT FORM, dated January 2, 2026, at 1:49 p.m., indicated,
.resident was propelling herself .outside left side parking lot .white little suv was backing out .resident was
behind the vehicle .driver did not see resident .sitting in her wheelchair .hit resident on the left side of the
wheelchair .resident was yelling .to stop the car .one eyewitness was honking .to stop the car .other witness
ran .alerted the driver .MD (medical doctor) advice to send resident to ER (emergency room) .eval
(evaluation) and treatment .A review of the hospital document titled Summary of Care Document, dated
January 2, 2026, indicated .Encounter Diagnoses .pain in left elbow .On January 12, 2026, at 2:38 p.m., an
interview was conducted with LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) 1. LVN 1 stated Resident 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.
LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER
REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE
TITLE
(X6) DATE
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
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Event ID:
555247
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
555247
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/16/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Rancho Mirage Health and Rehabilitation Center
39950 Vista Del Sol
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
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 0689
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
was oriented to self and place but not oriented to the situation. LVN 1 stated Resident 1 required increased
supervision due to impaired judgement. LVN 1 stated residents were allowed in the activities room and
dining room; and could go to the front or back patios only with supervision. LVN 1 stated all residents that
sit outside on front patio should be supervised. LVN 1 stated Resident 1 should not have been on front
patio unsupervised or alone due to impaired judgement and wandering risk. On January 12, 2026, at 4:14
p.m., an interview with concurrent record review of Resident 1's MDS dated [DATE], was conducted with
the Director of Nursing (DON). The DON stated Resident 1's BIMS score indicated cognitive impairment.
The DON stated the resident (Resident 1) should have been supervised while outside.On January 15,
2026, at 2:38 p.m., an interview was conducted with the DON. The DON stated the facility did not have staff
or patrol assigned to monitor the facility exits or parking lot. The DON stated the facility exit doors did not
have alarms. The DON stated there were no facility policy for resident designated areas.On January 15,
2026, at 3:35 p.m., LVN 2 stated in an interview that residents could access the back patio without
restrictions unless the weather was unsafe. LVN 2 stated the facility door was unlocked and accessible
24/7. LVN 2 stated residents with cognitive impairment required supervision on the back patio and were
only allowed on the front patio if accompanied by a CNA, licensed nurse, caregiver, or family member, to
ensure safety.On January 16, 2026, at 12:22 p.m., an interview was conducted with Certified Nurse
Assistant (CNA) 1. The CNA stated a resident with cognitive impairment cannot be in front of facility or
parking lot without supervision.On January 16, 2026, at 1:45 p.m., an interview was conducted with the
receptionist. She reported that on January 2, 2026, Resident 1 requested candy at her desk, then exited to
the front patio unsupervised. The facility exit doors open automatically by sensor motion. She stated that
monitoring and supervising residents was not part of her responsibilities.On January 16, 2026, at 3:41 p.m.,
an interview was conducted with Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA). The COTA stated
Resident 1 was not ambulatory and required 1 person assist for transfers. The COTA stated a resident with
cognitive impairment should not be outside of the facility without supervision. The COTA stated the incident
could have been prevented by the facility.
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Facility ID:
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