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Inspection visit

Health inspection

SEA CLIFF HEALTHCARE CENTERCMS #5552491 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 1 deficiency. The full statement and the facility’s plan of correction follow, verbatim from the federal record.

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 **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, medical record review, and facility P&P review, the facility failed to provide the necessary care and services for two of seven sampled residents (Residents 2 and 5). Residents Affected - Few * Resident 2 did not receive Marinol (medication to stimulate appetite) as ordered from 2/2 - 2/7/24, and the physician was not notified. Additionally, there was no follow up with the pharmacy about the medication not being delivered timely. * Resident 5 complained of numbness and feeling like having a stroke; however, the physician was not notified until six hours and 11 minutes later. These failures had the potential to negatively affect the residents'health conditions and well-being. Findings: 1. Review of the facility's P&P titled Medication Administration (undated) showed the medications are to be administered within one hour before or one hour after the prescribed time. Medical record review for Resident 2 was initiated on 5/31/24. Resident 2 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], and readmitted on [DATE]. Review of Resident 2's Order Recap Report showed the following orders: - dated 2/2 - 2/7/24, showed Marinol 2.5 mg one capsule by mouth two times a day for appetite stimulant. - dated 2/7 - 5/8/24, showed Marinol 5 mg one capsule by mouth two times a day for appetite stimulant. Review of Resident 2's February 2024 MAR showed Resident 2 was not administered Marinol 2.5 mg one capsule by mouth two times a day from 2/2 - 2/7/24, as ordered with the reason documented as 7 (other, see progress notes). Review of Resident 2's Progress Notes eMAR Medication Administration Note for Marinol 2.5 mg one capsule by mouth two times a day showed the following dates and times with comments: - 2/2/24 at 1853 hours, pending delivery and MD paged for possible dosage change (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 3 Event ID: 555249 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 555249 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 06/13/2024 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Sea Cliff Healthcare Center 18811 Florida St Huntington Beach, CA 92648 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 0684 - 2/3/24 at 0919 hours,not available at this time. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm - 2/3/24 at 1917 hours,not available at this time. - 2/4/24 at 1000 hours, no additional notes shown. Residents Affected - Few - 2/4/24 at 1739 hours, no additional notes shown. - 2/5/24 at 0952 hours, no additional notes shown. - 2/5/24 at 1728 hours, no additional notes shown. - 2/6/24 at 1817 hours, the pharmacy follows up in progress. - 2/7/24 at 1043 hours, new order (clarified). On 6/13/21 at 1415 hours, an interview was conducted with the ADON. The ADON stated thepharmacy delivered themedications within the day that they were ordered. In addition, a follow-up with the pharmacy wouldbe done if the medications were not delivered. The ADON stated there was a nationwide shortage of Marinol, and the ADON verified there was no follow up with the pharmacy regarding the delay of thismedication delivery until 2/8/24, six days after the order was obtained. The ADON verified there was no documented evidence the physician was notified Resident 2 was not administered Marinol on these days. On 6/13/24 at 1613 hours, the DON was informed and acknowledged the above findings. 2. Review of the facility's P&P titled Change of Condition Reporting dated 5/2019 showed it is the policy of this facility that all changes in a resident's condition will be communicated to the physician. The purpose is to clearly define the guidelines for the timely notification of a change in the resident condition. According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke titled Stroke Overview-What is Stroke dated 4/20/24, showed signs of stroke can range from mild weakness to paralysis, or numbness on one side of the face or body. A stroke is a serious medical emergency and requires immediate medical attention, just like a heart attack. Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States. It is the most common cause of adult disability. With stroke, the sooner treatment begins, the better. Knowing the signs of stroke and calling 911 immediately can help save the person from death or disability. Timely treatment can save brain cells and greatly reduce or even reverse the damage. Healthcare professionals also use a variety of brain imaging techniques to assess stroke risk, diagnose stroke, determine stroke type (and the extent and exact location of damage), and evaluate individuals for clinical studies and beast treatment, including CT (computed tomography, MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), and catheter-based angiography. According to the CDC's guidelines titled Risk Factors for Stroke dated 5/14/24, conditions that can increase risks are high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease, and obesity. According to the CDC's guidelines titled Signs and Symptoms of Stroke dated 5/15/24, sudden numbness or weakness in the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body, and to call 911 right away. (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 555249 If continuation sheet Page 2 of 3 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 555249 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 06/13/2024 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Sea Cliff Healthcare Center 18811 Florida St Huntington Beach, CA 92648 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 0684 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Medical record review for Resident 5 was initiated on 5/31/21. Resident 5 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], and readmitted on [DATE]. Resident 5 [NAME] medical history of hypertension, congestive heart failure, hyperlipidemia, and obesity. Review or Resident 5's Weights and Vital Summary dated 5/14/24, showed two documented sets of vital signs for Resident 5 dated 5/14/24 at 0921 and 1535 hours. Review of Resident 5's Progress Notes dated 5/14/24 at 0932 hours, showed Resident 5 complained of feeling numb and stated, I feel like I'm having a stroke. Review of Resident 5's Progress Notes dated 5/14/24, showed no documented evidence the resident's physician was contacted when Resident 5 complained of numbing and feeling like he was having a stroke until 5/14/23 at 1543 hours (six hours and 11 minutes later), when Resident 5 was being sent out to an acute care hospital. Review of Resident 5's Progress Notes dated 5/14/24 at 1550 hours, showed Resident 5 was transferred to the acute care hospital via 911 due to the uneven smile and left-side numbness. Review of Resident 5's Discharge Summary Final Report from the acute care hospital dated 5/17/24, showed Resident 5 was brought in by the ambulance and had a tingling sensation on the left side of the body. Resident 5 stated the feeling started fromhis foot, then went tohis lungs and brain. Resident 5 thought his speech wasa little altered. In addition, the differential diagnoses (possible causes) listed stroke. On 5/31/24 at 1125 hours, an interview was conducted with Resident 5. Resident 5 stated he had an incident when he was not treated right and stated he could barely talk; had weakness, progressive numbness, and tingling; and thought he was having a stroke. Resident 5 stated when he told the overnight CNA, she did not alert anyone until theshift change, and it took a while to get to the acute care hospital on the following day. On 6/7/24 at 1147 hours, an interview was conducted with the ADON. When asked if a resident stated, I feel like I'm having a stroke if an RN should have assessed the resident, the ADON stated, yes, they should have. On 6/7/24 at 1417 hours, an interview was conducted with LVN 4. LVN 4 stated the physician and nursing supervisor should have been notified when Resident 5 stated, I feel like I'm having a stroke . On 6/7/24 at 1453 hours, a follow-up interview was conducted with LVN 4. LVN 4 stated a message was sent to the physician on 5/14/24 at 1225 hours, stating Resident 5 complainedof numbing on the left side and worried about a stroke. On 6/7/24 at 1532 hours, an interview was conducted with the DON. When asked if LVN 4 should have notified the RN or physician to assess the resident, the DON stated, yes. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 555249 If continuation sheet Page 3 of 3

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Citations

1 citation 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.

  • 0684GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F684 - Quality of care

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

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What happened during the June 13, 2024 survey of SEA CLIFF HEALTHCARE CENTER?

This was a inspection survey of SEA CLIFF HEALTHCARE CENTER on June 13, 2024. The surveyor cited 1 deficiency, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at SEA CLIFF HEALTHCARE CENTER on June 13, 2024?

Yes, 1 deficiency was cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals."

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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