F 0554
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to perform a medication self-administration
assessment prior to allowing Resident 12 to self-administer medications.
Residents Affected - Few
This failure resulted in Resident 12 not taking ordered medication at the appropriate time, with the potential
for adverse health outcomes related to incorrect medication administration.
Findings:
During a review of Resident 12's admission Record dated 11/28/23, which showed Resident 12 was
admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Resident 12 had diagnoses that included hemiplegia and hemiparesis
(severe or complete loss of strength to one side of the body) affecting the left side, dysphagia (difficulty
and/or pain swallowing), and a gastrostomy (a surgical opening through the skin of the abdomen to the
stomach).
During a record review of the Medication Administration Record, dated 11/2023, the record showed
Licensed Vocational Nurse 1 (LVN 1) administered Miralax (a medication to treat occasional constipation)
powder to Resident 12 at 9:00 a.m. on 11/27/23.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 11/27/23 at 10:15 a.m., a small unlabeled and undated
medication cup with white powder was on Resident 12's bedside table. Resident 12 stated the powder was
Miralax medication, and his nurse left it on the resident's bedside table while performing the morning
medication administration. Resident 12 stated he would take the Miralax later.
During a concurrent interview and record review with LVN 1 on 11/27/23 at 3:17 p.m., Resident 12's
Electronic Health Record was reviewed. LVN 1 stated she left Miralax powder at Resident 12's bedside, and
she did not witness Resident 12 take the medication. LVN 1 stated she usually leaves the medication at
bedside for Resident 12 to take later at his request. LVN 1 further stated she did not know where to locate
the self-administration assessment for Resident 12. LVN 1 also stated she was unable to find any record of
the Medication Self Administration evaluation in Resident 12's electronic health record.
During a record review of the facility policy titled Self-Administration of Medication, revised 2/2021,
indicated as part of the evaluation comprehensive assessment, the interdisciplinary team
(IDT-professionals from various disciplines who work in collaboration to address a resident with multiple
physical and psychological needs) assesses each resident's cognitive and physical abilities to determine
whether self-administering medications is safe and clinically appropriate for the resident.
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
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Alhambra Post Acute
331 Ilene Street
Martinez, CA 94553
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F 0576
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure privacy and right to send secure mail when
a stack of residents' mail was left unattended on top of an unlocked mail box located outside the building.
Residents Affected - Some
This failure had the potential to cause mail and identify theft.
Findings:
During a resident council (group) meeting on 11/28/23 at 10:02 a.m., Resident 3 stated the residents' mail
was left outside the mail box unattended.
During an observation and concurrent interview on 11/28/23 at 2:47 p.m., and accompanied by Activity
Director (AD), the mail box located outside the building by the entrance door showed the mail box was not
locked and a stack of residents' mail left unattended on top of the mail box.
During an interview on 11/28/23 at 3:10 p.m., Administrator (Admin) stated he will make sure the mail box
was locked.
During an interview on 11/30/23 at 9:26 a.m., with Staffing/House Keeping Coordinator (SC), SC stated she
was designated to collect the residents' mail from the mailbox. SC said she had the key to the mail box but
forgot to lock the mail box. SC stated the mail left on top of the mail box were residents' bills that were
meant to be taken to the post office to be mailed out.
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/01/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Alhambra Post Acute
331 Ilene Street
Martinez, CA 94553
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F 0578
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to
participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to offer and facilitate the preparation of an advance directive,
including the right to accept or refuse medical-surgical treatment for seven of seven sampled residents
upon admission.
These failures resulted in Resident 3, 12, 24, 29, 30, 38, and 200 not being aware of their right to specify
their wishes for medical-surgical care should they become incapacitated.
Findings:
1.During a review of Resident 3's admission Record printed on 11/28/23, the record indicated Resident 3
was admitted to the facility on [DATE].
During a review of Resident 24's admission Record printed on 11/28/23, the record indicated Resident 24
was admitted to the facility on [DATE].
During a review of Resident 30's admission Record printed on 11/28/23, the record indicated Resident 24
was admitted to the facility on [DATE].
During a review of Resident 200's admission Record printed on 11/28/23, the record indicated Resident 24
was admitted to the facility on [DATE].
During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/27/23, at 1:08 p.m., with Medical Record (MR), the
Electronic Healthcare Record (EHR) and the paper chart for Residents 3, 24, 30 and 200 were reviewed for
the presence of an Advanced Directive (a legal document that provide instructions for medical care that go
into effect if you cannot communicate your wishes). MR stated that Advanced Directives were not in either
resident records, nor was there any documentation that assistance was offered to Resident 3, 24, 30 and
200 to complete an Advanced Directive.
During an interview on 11/27/23 at 1:23 p.m., with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN 4), LVN 4 stated, The
nurse doing the resident's admission is the one who checks if the resident has an Advance Directive in
place, and it appears that this was not done.
During an interview on 11/27/23 at 1:35 p.m., with Resident 3, Resident 3 stated he was not asked about
an Advance Directive during admission and during his stay.
During an interview on 11/27/23 at 1:40 p.m., with Resident 24, Resident 24 stated she does not recall
being asked about an Advance Directive.
During an interview on 11/27/23 at 1:43 p.m., with Resident 30, Resident 30 stated, The nurse who
admitted me did not ask me if I had an Advance Directive or provide any paperwork regarding Advanced
Directives.
During an interview on 11/27/23 at 2:00 p.m., with Resident 200, Resident 200 stated she does not recall
being asked about an Advance Directive during admission.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
555292
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A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Alhambra Post Acute
331 Ilene Street
Martinez, CA 94553
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0578
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
2. During a concurrent interview and record review with Social Services Director (SSD), on 11/29/23 at
10:17 a.m., the EHR and paper chart were reviewed for the presence of an Advance Directive for Resident
12 and Resident 29. SSD stated the Advance Directives were not in either resident records, and no
documentation that assistance was offered to Resident 12 and Resident 29 to complete an Advance
Directive.
Residents Affected - Some
During an interview with the facility Administrator (ADM) on 11/29/23 at 10:30 a.m., ADM stated the prior
SSD was dismissed, and partly due to the failure to ensure Advance Directives were completed or offered
to residents.
During an interview on 11/30/23 at 11:37 a.m., the Licensed Vocational Nurse 1 (LVN 1) stated the risk of
not providing residents assistance for completing an Advance Directive could result in staff not knowing or
following residents wishes related to life-sustaining measures.
3. During a record review of the admission Record dated 11/29/2023, the record indicated Resident 38 was
admitted to the facility 07/11/2023.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/27/23 at 01:11 p.m. with Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 4, Resident 38's hardcopy chart and Electronic Health Record (EHR) was reviewed. LVN 4 stated she
was unable to find a copy of Advanced Directives (AD) for Resident 38. LVN 4 stated facility inquired the
new residents about advance directives upon admission. LVN 4 stated if there was one available then
facility requested the families to bring a copy, so that it can be scanned into the Resident's chart. LVN 4
stated if residents did not have one and would like to have advance directives completed, then they were
referred to the Social Services Director. LVN 4 also stated If residents refused to have advance directives
completed, it has to be indicated in writing, either in the hard copy or electronic medical chart. LVN 4 then
stated she was unable to any documentation if Resident 38 was offered to have one.
During an interview on 11/29/23 on 09:21 a.m. with Director of Social Services (SSD), the SSD stated she
was newly hired at the facility. SSD stated having advance directives on file was important to ensure
Residents were taken care of in accordance with their wishes in regards of their financials, medical
diagnosis, placement etc. The SSD also stated it was important to give an opportunity to residents to
ensure if they wanted to have an advance directive or not.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled Advanced Directives dated September
2022, indicated .The resident has the right to formulate an advance directive, including the right to accept
or refuse medical or surgical treatment .1. Prior to or upon admission of a resident, the social services
director or designee inquires of the resident, his/her family members and/or his or her legal representative,
about the existence of any written advance directives. 2. The resident or representative is provided with
written information concerning the right to refuse or accept medical or surgical treatment and to formulate
an advance directive if she or she chooses to do so. 3. Written information about the right to accept or
refuse medical or surgical treatment, and the right to formulate an advance directive provided in a manner
that is easily understood by the resident or representative.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
555292
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/01/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Alhambra Post Acute
331 Ilene Street
Martinez, CA 94553
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F 0585
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must
establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Based on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to make information on how to file a
grievance or complaint available to six (3, 19, 22, 24, 26 and 38) of seven sampled residents.
Residents Affected - Some
This deficient practice had the potential to cause residents fear and emotional distress.
Findings:
During a residents council (group) meeting on 11/28/23 at 10:02 a.m., Resident 3, 19, 22, 24, 26 and 38
stated they do not know how to file a grievances.
During further interview on 11/28/23 at 10:02 a.m., Resident 19 stated she had no information on how to
file a grievance. Resident 19 said If you have a grievance it is ignored.
Review of admission Minimum Data Set (MDS), Resident Assessment and care guide tool, dated 5/30/23,
indicated Resident 19's Basic Interview of Mental status (BIMS) score was 12 (meaning moderately
impaired cognition). Resident 19 was oriented to correct year and day of the week. Resident 19 had clear
speech, makes self understood and understand others.
During an interview on 11/28/23 at 2:56 p.m., Activity Director (AD), AD stated she reviewed grievances
protocols during monthly resident group meetings. AD stated facility had a binder by nurses station with
information for residents and family member for filing grievances. AD stated she brought it up sometimes
and remind residents to also talk to social worker and AD with grievance concerns.
During an observation and concurrent interview on 11/29/23 at 10:44 a.m., accompanied by AD, AD stated
the grievance binder with information's and copies of forms for completion of written grievances was not in
the designated location. AD said she will look for the grievance binder.
Further review of resident group meeting minutes for August, September and October 2023 on 11/29/23 at
10:44 a.m., in the presence of AD did not indicate that grievance procedure was reviewed with residents
during monthly resident group meetings.
Review of facility's policy and procedure titled, Resident Concern/Grievance Program, updated 12/17/06,
indicated; The resident concern/grievance program is intended to reflect the facility policy which
acknowledges the right of residents to voice concerns and the expectation of prompt effects by facility to
resolve them. This program is supported by the Resident Council.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
555292
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/01/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Alhambra Post Acute
331 Ilene Street
Martinez, CA 94553
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0602
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure that missing property for one of one
sampled resident (Resident 24) was accounted for and addressed.
Residents Affected - Few
This failure placed Resident 24 at risk for psychosocial stress and feeling vulnerable.
Findings:
During an interview on 11/27/23 at 9:24 a.m., Resident 24 stated she noticed her bank card was missing
from her bedside tray table at 8:00 a.m., and notified the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN 4) and was told
the card was not found in the room. Resident 24 further stated, I do not have the bank phone number or a
phone. I am not sure what to do now.
During an interview on 11/27/23 at 09:50 a.m., the Director of Nursing (DON) stated she was not aware of
any reports of Resident 24's missing bank card.
During an interview on 11/27/23 at 11:14 a.m., LVN 4 stated Resident 24 informed her of the missing bank
card and a search was conducted of Resident 24's room. Resident 24 was provided a phone to call her
responsible party.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/29/23 at 11:16 a.m., with DON. The progress notes
in the electronic healthcare record (EHR) for Resident 24 was reviewed. DON stated she found it
concerning that staff did not inform her and document Resident 24's complaint and missing property. DON
confirmed a thorough investigation was not completed for Resident 24's missing bank card.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/29/23 at 12:18 p.m., with LVN 3, Resident 24's
Inventory of Personal Effects, dated 8/31/22 was reviewed. LVN 3 stated the Inventory of Personal Effects
list did not list a bank card. LVN3 stated she was not aware of resident 24's report of missing a bank card, I
was not informed of this by anyone. LVN3 stated the Inventory of Personal Effects is to be completed on
admission and should be updated as items are brought in for the resident. LVN3 verified the list was not
updated, I have never seen the list updated as items are brought in for the residents.
During an interview on 11/29/23 at 1:10 p.m., with Administrator (Admin), Admin stated he was not aware
of resident 24's missing the bank card until notified by the surveyor this morning. Admin stated he was not
aware of the facility staff being aware of resident 24's reports of the lost bank card.
During an interview on 11/29/23 at 1:21 p.m., resident 24 stated losing the bank card, and not getting any
help from the facility made her feel not good.
During an interview on 11/29/23 at 1:49 p.m., Admin stated the facility policy for reports of lost items are to
be investigated immediately, and a resolution must be completed within seven days. Admin stated the
facility did not investigate resident 24's report of lost bank card immediately.
During an interview on 11/30/23 at 10:23 a.m., LVN4 stated she did not document resident 24's report of
lost bank card in the EHR. LVN4 stated she was not aware of the policy and procedure when residents
report lost item.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
555292
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/01/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Alhambra Post Acute
331 Ilene Street
Martinez, CA 94553
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0602
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/30/23 at 10:28 a.m., with Director of Staff
Development (DSD), the Staff in-service training records and acknowledgement of facilities polices for
LVN3 was reviewed. DSD stated LVN3 attended and signed in staff in-services held on 06/19/23 and
08/14/23,, the topic of both these in-services were Abuse and staff's responsibility of notifying the
appropriate authority, when it comes to abuse, resident to resident, verbal, physical, financial, isolation, or
any other type of abuse. DSD stated LVN3 has also signed an acknowledgment of being informed of the
Theft and Loss policy on 6/28/23 and agreed to participate in a facility search to locate any lost items of a
resident. DSD stated, it's important to search for resident's lost property immediately to help locate items,
and it's the policy.
During a review of facility policy and procedure, titled Lost and Found dated January 2008, indicated, Our
facility shall assist all personnel and residents in safe-guarding their personal property .6. Resident or family
complaints of missing items must be reported to the Director of Nursing. 7. Lost and found records will be
maintained for one (1) year, then destroyed. 8. Reports of misappropriation or mistreatment of resident
property are immediately investigated.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
555292
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/01/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Alhambra Post Acute
331 Ilene Street
Martinez, CA 94553
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0636
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every
12 months.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to conduct a comprehensive Minimum Data Set assessment
(MDS, an assessment tool used to direct resident care) for one (Resident 249) sampled resident as
required within 14 calendar days after admission.
This failure had the potential to result in no assessment of the residents' needs, strengths, and goals of
care.
Findings:
Review of Resident 249's MDS assessment indicated Resident 249 was admitted on [DATE]. Resident 58's
admission comprehensive assessment with the Assessment Reference Date (ARD) dated 11/1/2023 was
completed on 11/15/2023. The ARD is the last day of the observation period the assessment covers for the
resident.
During an interview on 12/01/23 at 10:22 a.m., Registered Nurse/MDS Resource (MDS RN), MDS RN
stated Resident 249's admission MDS assessment was completed late because of staffing issues. MDS
RN stated the facility had no MDS coordinator.
Review of the Long -Term Care Facility Resident Assessment Instrument 3.0 User's Manual Version 1.17.1
dated October 19, indicated the admission (Comprehensive) assessment must be completed by the 14th
day of the resident's stay. Annual reassessment (Comprehensive) must be completed within 366 days of
the most recent comprehensive assessment. [Reference:https://downloads.cms.gov/files]
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
555292
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/01/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Alhambra Post Acute
331 Ilene Street
Martinez, CA 94553
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0640
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview, record review, the facility failed to follow federal requirements to submit Quarterly Minimum Data
Set (MDS, an assessment tool used to guide care) assessment for one of 14 sampled residents (Resident
28) within 14 days after its completion.
Residents Affected - Few
The failure resulted in late submission of Resident 28's quarterly MDS assessment.
Findings:
During a record review of the admission Record dated 11/29/23, the record indicated Resident 28 was
admitted to the facility 06/01/20.
During a concurrent phone interview and record review on 11/29/23 at 03:25 p.m. with MDS Resource
Registered Nurse (MDS RN), Resident 28's quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] was reviewed. MDS
RN stated the assessment was completed on 11/03/23. The MDS RN stated she worked remotely and was
dependent on input and assessments from different disciplines at the facility, including the Director of
Nursing and Social Services. MDS RN further stated a quarterly MDS assessment should be submitted
within 14 days of its completion, indicating Resident 28's quarterly MDS assessment should have been
submitted by 11/16/23. MDS RN also stated the facility was late in completing and submitting the MDS
assessments lately.
During a review of MDS 3.0 Final Validation Report dated 11/27/23, the report showed Resident 28's MDS
dated [DATE] was submitted to CMS on 11/27/23, indicating it was 11 days late.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, MDS Completion and Submission Timeframes,
dated July 2017 indicated, (2) Timeframes for completion and submission of assessments is based on the
current requirements published in the Resident Assessment Instrument Manual.
Review of Resident Assessment Instrument Manual dated 10/2019, page 2-17, indicated Quarterly MDS
assessment should be transmitted no later than MDS completion date + 14 calendar days.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
555292
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/01/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Alhambra Post Acute
331 Ilene Street
Martinez, CA 94553
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
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
interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the Minimum Data Set (MDS-Resident Assessment
and Care Screening tool used to guide care), was accurate for two ( Residents 5 and 6) of two sampled
residents when;
Residents Affected - Few
-MDS section G did not reflect Resident 5's contractures (fixed tightening of muscle, tendons, ligaments, or
skin. It prevents normal movement of the associated body part) to lower extremities (hip, knee, ankle, foot)
and limitation in range of motion.
-MDS section G did not reflect Resident's 6 contractures to upper extremities (shoulder, elbow, wrist and
hand).
These failure had the potential for residents to not receive appropriate care and services.
Findings:
Review of the admission Record indicated Resident 5 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses
that included unspecified osteoarthritis (the wearing down of the protective tissue at the ends of bones
cartilage occurs gradually and worsens over time).
Review of the MDS dated [DATE], Section G indicated Resident 5 had no limitation in range of motion to
upper and lower extremities.
During an observation on 11/28/23 at 9:10 a.m., Resident 5 laid in bed awake and verbally responsive.
Resident 5 had contractures to the lower extremities.
During an interview on 11/29/23 01:38 p.m., the certified nursing assistant 1 (CNA 1) stated she was a
regular care giver for Resident 5 that had contractures to both legs. CNA 1 further stated Resident 5 had
always been contracted since she started to work at the facility over a year ago.
During an interview on 11/29/23 at 1:56 p.m., with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN 4), LVN 4 stated over a
year and half ago Resident 5 refused to get out off bed and developed contractures.
During an interview on 11/29/23 at 3:37 p.m., Registered Nurse/MDS Resource (MDS RN), MDSRN stated
the facility did not have an MDS coordinator and it's hard to find an MDS coordinator for the facility. MDSRN
further stated residents MDS are completed remotely with assistance from facility staff. MDSRN stated the
facility MDS coordinator that completed Resident 5's section G no longer works at the facility.
2.During a review of Resident 6's admission Record printed on 11/28/23, the record indicated Resident 6
was admitted to the facility on [DATE].
During a record Review of the quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS-an assessment used to guide care) dated
04/17/23, and printed on 11/29/23, the assessment showed Resident 6 had No Impairment in Upper
extremity (shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand).
During a record Review of the quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS-an assessment used to guide care)
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Martinez, CA 94553
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Residents Affected - Few
dated 07/07/23, and printed on 11/29/23, the assessment showed Resident 6 had No Impairment in Upper
extremity (shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand).
During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/30/23, at 10:45 a.m., with Director Of Nursing (DO)
the MDS 3.0 Section G - Function Status for resdient 6 was reviewed. DON stated the assessment
documented was wrong, she is contracted, and does not have any upper body strength.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/30/23, at 10:51 a.m., with Licensed Vocational
Nurse (LVN 3), the MDS 3.0 Section G - Function Status for resident 6 was reviewed. LVN 3 stated resident
6 had upper and lower extremity contracture, The MDS assessment documented was wrong, resident 6 is
fully contracted, and does not have any upper body strength. The MDS nurse works remotely and, in my
opinion, the MDS nurse must be here in-person to see the resident to correctly perform the assessments.
During a telephone interview on 11/29/23 at 3:35 p.m., with Minimum Data Set Registered Nurse (MDS
RN), MDS RN stated she was based remotely and had not conducted an in-person face to face
assessment of residents, including resident 6.
Review of facility's policy and procedure, titled Certifying Accuracy of the Resident Assessment, revised
November 2019, indicated; any person completing a portion of the MDS must sign and certify the accuracy
of that portion of the assessment.
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Martinez, CA 94553
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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 a person-centered
care plan for one of 14 sampled residents (Resident 38). Resident 38 did not have an individualized plan of
care for her new diagnosis of Schizophrenia (a mental disorder usually exhibited with delusions - false
beliefs, hallucinations - seeing or hearing things that don't exist), and new use of Seroquel (antipsychotic for
Schizophrenia) medication.
This failure placed Resident 38 at risk and not receive individualized care for her clinical condition. (Cross
Reference F758)
Findings:
During a record review of the admission Record dated 11/29/23, which indicated Resident 38 was admitted
to the facility 07/11/23.
During an observation and interview on 11/27/23 at 9:43 a.m., Resident 38 was standing at the door of her
room and was pleasantly confused at the time.
During a record review of Resident 38's Minimum Data Set (MDS, an assessment used to guide plan of
care) assessment dated [DATE], the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score was 5 out 15, indicating
severely impaired mental status. The assessment also showed Resident 38 had a diagnosis of
non-Alzheimer's Dementia (changes in the brain that affect memory and the ability to perform daily
abilities).
During a concurrent interview and record review with Director of Nursing (DON), on 11/28/23 at 2:56 p.m.,
Resident 38's Electronic Health Record (EHR) was reviewed. DON stated on 11/10/23, a psych
(psychiatric) nurse was visiting the facility to assess residents with mental issues. DON further stated the
icensed staff (unable to state who) approached the psych nurse to assess Resident 38. DON also stated
the psyche nurse had the psychiatrist assess Resident 38 via video call and prescribed Seroquel for
Resident 38.
During a concurrent interview and record review with Director of Nursing (DON), on 11/30/23 at 3:55 p.m.,
Resident 38's Electronic Health Record (EHR) was reviewed. DON stated on 7/13/23, Resident 38 was
prescribed Zyprexa (antipsychotic for schizophrenia) 5 milligrams (mg), to give 0.5 tablet for agitation every
eight hours for 14 days. DON stated the Zyprexa order was discontinued on 7/27/23 and Resident 38
received Zyprexa on four different occasions during that 14 day period. DON further stated she was unable
to find any documentation whether licensed nurses were monitoring for Zyprexa side effects and monitoring
and documenting behaviors related to Zyprexa use.
During a concurrent interview and record review with DON, on 11/28/23 at 2:56 p.m., Resident 38's EHR
was reviewed. DON stated on 11/10/23, the psychiatrist prescribed one half tablet of 25 mg (12.5 mg)
Seroquel in the morning and one tablet of 25 mg Seroquel in the evening for a new diagnosis of
Schizophrenia. DON stated the Medication Administration Record dated 11/2023 indicated Resident 38
was receiving the medication everyday twice a day since 11/10/23. DON further stated she was unable to
find any documentation that staff monitored and documented behavior manifestations related to the use of
Seroquel or had a care plan related to the new diagnosis of Schizophrenia and use of Seroquel
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since 11/10/23 and Zyprexa 7/2023. DON also stated the care plan was important to see if the treatments
were effective.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedures (P&P), Care Planning-Interdisciplinary Team, dated
3/22 indicated, Comprehensive, person-centered care plans are based on resident assessments and
developed by an Interdisciplinary Team.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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Martinez, CA 94553
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F 0657
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed,
and revised by a team of health professionals.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to review and revise one of one sampled
resident (Resident 6), the Activities of Daily Living (ADL) care plan for almost seven years.
This failure placed Resident 29 at risk for impaired psychosocial and physical well-being.
Findings:
During a record review of Resident 6's admission Record dated 11/28/23, the record indicated that
Resident 6 was admitted to the facility on [DATE].
During a concurrent observation and interview with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN 3), on 11/29/23 at 8:46
a.m., Resident 6 was sleeping in bed. LVN 3 stated Resident 6 has been out of bed in a chair for the past
few days and is usually up in a chair on weekends. LVN 3 was not aware if Resident 6 was turned every two
hours by the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). LVN 3 stated resident 6 requires total care for ADLs and
contracted in her upper and lower extremities.
During a concurrent observation and interview with Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA 3), on 11/29/23 at
09:41 a.m., CNA 3 stated she receives report from the licensed nurse at the beginning of the shift about
which residents need to be gotten out of bed. CNA 3 stated Resident 6 is total care for ADLs and has no
strength in her upper or lower extremities.
During a concurrent interview and record review with LVN 4, on 11/30 at 10:47 a.m., the care plan for
Resident 6 was reviewed. LVN 4 stated the care plan for Physical Mobility and ADL self-care incorrectly
indicated Resident 6 is able to: Propel self around in wheelchair and uses ½ side rails as an enabler
to assist with turning, positioning and safety consent given verbally. LVN 4 further stated the care plan was
not updated since 2017, and has never seen Resident [6] self-propel in a wheelchair or assist with her
ADLs.
During a review of facility's policy and procedures (P&P) titled, Care Planning - Interdisciplinary Team dated
March 2022, indicated the Interdisciplinary Team is responsible for the development of resident care plans
.2. Comprehensive, person-centered care plans are based on resident assessments .6. If it is determined
that participation of the resident or representative is not practicable for development of the care plan, an
explanation is documented in the medical record.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Alhambra Post Acute
331 Ilene Street
Martinez, CA 94553
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F 0677
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide a shower for two of two sampled
Residents (Residents 18 and 298) accoridng to the shower schedule.
Residents Affected - Few
The failure resulted in Resident 298 not feeling important and placed Resident 18 and Resident 298 at risk
for compromised hygiene and at risk for infections.
Findings:
1.During a record review of Resident 18's undated face sheet,Resident 18 was admitted to the facility on
[DATE].
During a record review of Resident 18's Minimum Data Sheet (MDS- an assessment used to guide plan of
care) dated 10/18/23, indicated Resident 18 required one staff assistance for bathing.
During a record review of Resident 18's Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Care Plan, dated 07/13/21, which
indicated Resident 18 has an ADL self-care performance deficit and limited mobility. Resident 18 is totally
dependent on 1 staff to provide bath/shower as necessary.
During an observation on 11/27/23 at 9:31 a.m., Resident 18 was lying in bed wearing a hospital gown and
awake, but did not respond to questions.
During a phone interview on 11/28/23 at 1:56 p.m. with Resident 18's Family Representative (FR) 1, FR 1
stated they visited Resident 18 at least four-five times a week. FR 1 stated Resident 18's memory was not
100%. FR 1 inquired to staff about Resident 18's showers and was told they were short staffed. FR 1 could
tell that the staff did not provide a shower to Resident 18.
During an interview on 11/30/23 at 04:41 p.m., CNA 3 stated Resident 18 required one staff assistance with
shower.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/29/23 at 08:59 a.m., at the nursing station, with
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 2, a blue binder labeled, Shower and Skin Record was reviewed. CNA 2
stated the Skin Observation & Bathing Sheet were completed every time a resident received a shower and
documented in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). CNA 2 stated Resident 18's shower days were
Mondays and Thursdays. CNA 2 stated she was unable to find the shower sheets record for Resident 18.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 12/01/23 at 10:04 a.m., with Infection Preventionist (IP)
1, Resident 18's EHR ADL documentation sheet dated 11/2023 was reviewed. IP 1 stated she was unable
to find documentation for Resident 18 if she received a shower on 11/23/23. IP 1 stated it was important for
residents to receive showers for hygiene and to prevent infection.
2. During a record review of Resident 298's undated face sheet, Resident 298 was admitted to the facility
on [DATE].
During a record review of Resident 298's MDS dated [DATE], indicated Resident 298's Brief Interview for
Mental Status (BIMS) score was 15 out of 15, indicating intact mental status. The assessment
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Alhambra Post Acute
331 Ilene Street
Martinez, CA 94553
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showed Resident 298 required one staff assistance for bathing.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During an interview on 11/30/23 at 04:41 p.m. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 3 stated Resident 298
required one staff assistance with shower.
Residents Affected - Few
During a concurrent observation and interview on 11/27/23 at 09:41 a.m., Resident 298 was lying in bed.
Resident 298 stated she was admitted to the facility three weeks ago and has been requesting staff to
assist her with showers. Resident 298 stated she felt like she had no shower for three weeks nor bed or
sponge bath and it made her feel like, I'm not important. Resident 298 stated staff told her they were busy,
and/or it was not her scheduled shower day.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/30/23 at 01:26 p.m. with IP 1, the Shower and Skin
Record binder was reviewed. There were no Skin Observation & Bathing Sheet for Resident 298 in the
binder. IP 1 stated Resident 298 did not receive a shower or refuse one.
During a review of the undated Shower Schedule record, the Shower Schedule record indicated, Resident
298's shower days were Tuesdays and Fridays.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 12/01/23 at 10:04 a.m., with IP 1, Resident 298's EHR
ADL documentation sheet dated 11/2023 was reviewed. IP 1 stated Resident 298 did not receive nor
refused shower on 11/24/23.
During a record review of the undated ADL Policy indicated, 2. Appropriate care and services will be
provided for residents who are unable to carry out ADLs independently, with the consent of the resident and
in accordance with the plan of care, including appropriate support and assistance with: a. Hygiene (bathing,
dressing, grooming, and oral care).
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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Martinez, CA 94553
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F 0755
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a
licensed pharmacist.
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to follow safe pharmacy services
when the following were noted:
Residents Affected - Some
1. Facility did not have morning medications readily available for administration for two of two sampled
residents (Resident 22 and Resident 11). Resident 22 did not receive antidepressant medication. Resident
11 did not receive anticoagulant (used to prevent blood clots) as prescribed by the physician. (Cross
reference F 759).
2. Facility did not maintain accounting records for controlled medications (medications with potential for
abuse) for an active resident (Resident 19) and a discharged resident (Resident 299).
These failures resulted in Resident 22 and Resident 11 to receive medications that were not accordng to
physician orders and had the potential for drug diversion (the transfer of a controlled substance or other
medication from a lawful to an unlawful channel of distribution or use).
Findings:
During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/28/23 at 8:22 a.m., with Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN 3), Resident 22's medication orders were reviewed. LVN 3 stated Resident 22 was to receive 60
milligrams (mg) of Fluoxetine (Prozac-antidepressant) in the morning.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 11/28/23 at 8:24 a.m., LVN 3 searched North hall
medication cart and stated she only had 40 mg of Fluoxetine capsule and Fluoxetine 20 mg capsule
medication was not available (to administer total of 60 mg) for Resident 22. LVN 3 stated she had called the
pharmacy to re-order Fluoxetine 20 mg on 11/17/23. LVN 3 further stated she was not sure how other
nurses were administering the correct dose all this time. LVN 3 then administered Fluoxetine 40 mg to
Resident 22.
During an interview on 11/28/23 at 9:37 a.m., LVN 3 stated she checked the facility's emergency
medication supply and Fluoxetine 20 mg was not available in the facility.
During an Electronic Health Record (EHR) review of Resident 11's physician orders for 11/2023, which
indicated to administer one tablet of Apixaban (anticoagulant or blood thinner) 5 mg via G-tube
(gastrostomy tube inserted into the stomach to provide nutrition and medications), two times a day to
prevent blood clots and give 5 ml (milliter) of Ferrous Sulfate Syrup (iron) 300 (60 Fe) mg/5ml via G-tube,
one time a day for supplement.
During a concurrent medication administration observation and interview on 11/28/2023 at 9:41a.m., LVN 1
did not administer Resident 11's Apixaban 5mg tablet and Ferrous Sulfate Syrup medication. LVN 1 stated
medications were not available in the South Hall medication cart or in the facility.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 11/28/23 at 3:30 p.m., with LVN 5, Resident 11's bottle of
Apixaban 5 mg was in the top right drawer of the South Hall medication cart. LVN 5 stated Liquid Iron was
not in the medication cart.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 11/28/23 at 3:40 p.m., LVN 7 stated Liquid Iron
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Martinez, CA 94553
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F 0755
was not in the medication cart.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During a concurrent observation and interview on 11/28/23 at 3:52 p.m., with Director of Nursing (DON),
DON stated Liquid Iron supply was not available in the OTC cabinet in the medication room and
Coordinator (SC 1) was responsible for ordering OTC supply.
Residents Affected - Some
During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/28/23 at 4:13p.m., with SC 1, OTC delivery receipt
form for the month of 10/2023 and 11/2023 were reviewed. The record indicated Liquid Iron was not
ordered during that period. SC 1 stated they did not have Liquid Iron in the facility.
2. During a record review of the face sheet indicated Resident 299 was discharged on 8/10/23.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 11/29/23 at 10:04 a.m., with DON, 30 capsules of
Marinol (cannabinoid) 2.5 mg in a bubble pack was in the refrigerator for Resident 299. DON stated
Resident 299 was discharged and controlled medications for discharged residents should be in a locked
cabinet in her office.
During a phone interview on 12/01/23 at 8:51a.m., with Pharmacy Consultant (PC 1), PC 1 stated Marinol
was considered a controlled substance and must be given to DON once the resident is discharged .
During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/29/23 at 10:52 a.m., with DON, a black safe box was
at the corner of DON's office. DON stated all discontinued narcotic and controlled medications were stored
in that box. The box had Resident 19's Oxycodone-Acetaminophen 10/325mg bottle medications in a
sealed white plastic bag without a count/accounting sheet.
During a phone interview with PC 1 on 12/1/23 at 8:51 a.m., PC 1 stated all controlled medications should
be accounted for and a log should be created even for medications not coming from facility's contracted
pharmacy.
Record review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Controlled Substances indicated, 13. Controlled
Substances remaining in the facility after the order has been discontinued or the resident has been
discharged are securely locked in an area with restricted access until destroyed and 14. Accountability
records for discontinued controlled substances are kept with the unusual supply until it is destroyed or
disposed of as required by applicable law or regulation.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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331 Ilene Street
Martinez, CA 94553
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F 0758
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated,
prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic
medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interviews and record review, the facility failed to ensure two (Resident 19 and 38) of five sampled residents
were free from unnecessary drugs when
- Resident 19 was administered Zyprexa (antipsychotic) medication for yelling and verbally abusive
behavior.
- Resident 38 was administered an antipsychotic medication without adequate behavior and adverse
medication side effect monitoring.
These failures had the potential for residents to receive unnecessary drugs and to suffer adverse
medication side effects.
Findings:
Review of admission Minimum Data Set (MDS), Resident Assessment and care guide tool, dated 5/30/23,
indicated Resident 19's Basic Interview of Mental status (BIMS) score was 12 (meaning moderately
impaired cognition). Resident 19 was oriented to correct year and day of the week. Resident 19 had clear
speech, makes self understood and understand others. Resident 19 had no potential indicators of
psychosis ( a severe mental condition in which thought and emotions are so affected that contact is lost
with external reality). Resident 19 exhibited no physical, verbal or other behavioral symptoms directed
towards others, such as hitting or scratching and screaming. Resident 19's diagnoses included
Non-Alzheimer's Dementia (a group of diseases characterized by progressive deficits in behavior, executive
function or language).
Review of care plan initiated 5/24/23, indicated Resident 19 was an elopement risk/wanderer related to
decreased cognition, thought process, and safety awareness.
Review of the order summary report dated 9/22/23 indicated the physician prescribed Resident 19 Zyprexa
2.5 mg, one tablet by mouth once a day for psychotic disorder manifested by yelling and verbally abusive
behavior.
According to the manufacturer, elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis treated with antipsychotic
drugs are at an increased risk of death. Zyprexa can increase the risk of death in elderly people who have
memory loss and is not approved for use in psychotic conditions related to dementia. [Reference:
https://www.[NAME].comp].
Review of the Medication Administration Record (MAR), dated 11/1/2023 through 11/30/2023, indicated
Resident 19 was administered Zyprexa 2.5 mg by mouth once a day for yelling and verbally abusive
behavior.
During an interview on 11/28/23 at 11:08 a.m., with Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA 1), CNA 1 stated,
Resident 19 was pleasant had no yelling or verbally abusive behavioral problems. CNA 1 said Resident 19
liked to go out to smoke, and Resident 19's daughter visited and brought Resident 19 cigarettes.
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Martinez, CA 94553
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
During an interview on 11/29/23 at 9:15 a.m., with Director of Nursing (DON), DON stated, Resident 19
was administered Zyprexa for verbally abusive behavior and combativeness when she made attempts at
leaving the facility.
During an interview on 11/29/23 at 9:29 a.m., Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN 4) stated, Resident 19 was
redirectable when she asked to go home.
During an interview on 12/01/23 at 9:04 a.m., the Pharmacist Consultant (PC 1), PC 1 stated, yelling and
verbally abusive behavior were not appropriate indications for the use of Zyprexa. PC 1 further stated the
use of antipsychotic medication for residents with dementia had increased risk of death.
2.
During a record review of the admission Record dated 11/29/2023, the record indicated Resident 38 was
admitted to the facility on [DATE].
During a record review of Resident 38's Minimum Data Set (MDS), an assessment used to guide plan of
care) assessment dated [DATE], Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score was 5 out 15, indicating
severely impaired mental status. Resident 38 had a diagnosis of non-Alzheimer's Dementia (a general term
referring to changes in the brain that affect memory and the ability to perform daily abilities). The
assessment also showed Resident 38 received antipsychotic medication as needed since her admission to
the facility.
During an observation and interview on 11/27/23 at 9:43 a.m., Resident 38 was standing at the door of her
room and was pleasantly confused at that time.
During an interview with Resident 38's Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA 4), on 12/1/23 at 8:20 a.m., CNA 4
stated Resident 38 exhibited behaviors like yelling, verbally abusive and wandering into other residents'
room, but was easily re-directable. CNA 4 also stated at times Resident 38 asked her to get her car. CNA 4
stated she did not hear about any other behaviors exhibited by Resident 38.
During an interview with Resident 38's night shift Registered Nurse (RN 2), on 12/1/23 at 7:27 a.m., RN 2
stated Resident 38 was very confused and hard to redirect when she was newly admitted to the facility. RN
2 further stated Resident 38 often looked for her car and was not combative during her shift.
During a concurrent interview and record review with DON, on 11/28/23 at 2:56 p.m., Resident 38's EHR
was reviewed. DON stated, since Resident 38 was admitted to the facility, she had behaviors of wanting to
go home, and not wanting to participate in activities. DON stated, the facility staff attempted to re-orient
Resident 38, but she continued to exhibit the behavior of wanting to go home. DON stated, on 11/10/23, a
psyche nurse was visiting the facility. DON also stated the Psyche nurse had the Psychiatrist assess
Resident 38 via video call and prescribed Seroquel for Resident 38.
During a concurrent interview and record review with DON, on 11/30/23 at 3:55 p.m., Resident 38's EHR
was reviewed. DON stated, on 7/13/23, Resident 38 was prescribed Zyprexa 5 mg to give 0.5 tablet for
agitation every eight hours for 14 days. DON stated the Zyprexa order was discontinued on 7/27/23, and
Resident 38 received Zyprexa on four different occasions during those 14 days. DON stated she was not
sure if agitation is an appropriate indication for use of Zyprexa. DON was unable to find
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Martinez, CA 94553
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any documentation that licensed nurses were monitoring Zyprexa side effects or documenting behaviors.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During a concurrent interview and record review with DON, on 11/30/23 at 4:05 p.m., Resident 38's EHR
was reviewed. On 11/10/23, the physician prescribed one half tablet of 25 mg Seroquel in the morning and
one tablet of 25 mg Seroquel in the evening for a new diagnosis of Schizophrenia. DON stated Resident 38
was receiving the medication everyday, twice a day since 11/10/23. DON was unable to find any
documentation if staff monitored/documented behavior manifestations related to use of Seroquel.
Residents Affected - Some
During an interview and record review with DON on 11/28/23 at 02:56 p.m., Resident 38's nursing progress
notes from 10/30/23 till 11/28/23 was reviewed. Resident 38 was agitated, verbally abusive, confused on
two days on 10/30/23 and 11/6/23. DON stated she was unable to find any documentation the facility
attempted to try non-pharmacological interventions to manage Resident 38's behaviors during 10/2023 and
11/2023, prior to starting her Seroquel medication.
During a phone interview with Resident 38's medical doctor (MD 1) and concurrent interview and record
review, on 11/30/23 at 3:55 p.m., in the presence of DON, MD 1 stated she was notified that Resident 38
had behaviors of elopement and hitting staff. MD 1 stated she was aware the Psychiatrist prescribed
Seroquel for Schizophrenia manifested by disorganized thinking for Resident 38, however did not know if
disorganized thinking was an appropriate indication for Schizophrenia and use of Seroquel.
During an interview with DON on 11/30/23 at 4:15 p.m., DON stated the Psychiatrist only emailed her the
orders for Seroquel on 11/10/23. DON stated, there was no IDT discussion of risks and benefits of
Seroquel and/or a new diagnosis of Schizophrenia manifested by disorganized thinking.
The Psychiatrist was unavailable for interview during the survey.
During an interview on 12/01/2023 at 08:48 a.m. with PC 1, PC 1 stated, she did not think agitation was an
approved indication for the use of antipsychotic medications. PC 1 stated a person needs a prior diagnosis
and repeated behavior patterns to diagnose someone with Schizophrenia. PC 1 stated she expected the
facility to monitor and be documenting behavior manifestations in Resident 38's clinical record.
During a review of policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Antipsychotic Medication Use, dated July,2022 which
indicated #17- staff will observe, document, and report to the attending physician information regarding the
effectiveness of any interventions, including antipsychotic medications; #18-nursing staff shall monitor for
and report any of the following side effects and adverse consequences of antipsychotic medications to the
attending physician .
During a of P&P titled, Behavioral Assessment, Intervention and Monitoring, dated March 2019, when
medications are prescribed for behavioral symptoms, documentation will include: (a) rationale for use, (b)
potential underlying causes of the behavior, (c) other approaches and interventions tried prior to use of
antipsychotics medications, (d) potential risks and benefits of medications as discussed with resident, (f)
dosage, (g) duration and (h) monitoring for efficacy and adverse consequences.
Review of the P&P, titled, Antipsychotic Medication Use, revised July 2022, indicated Residents will not
receive medications that are not clinically indicated to treat a specific condition. Diagnoses
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Martinez, CA 94553
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alone do not warrant the use of antipsychotic medication.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Antipsychotic medications will not be used if the only symptoms are one or more of the following;
wandering, restlessness, impaired memory, inattention or indifference to surroundings, nervousness,
uncooperativeness .
Residents Affected - Some
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Martinez, CA 94553
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F 0759
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure three of six sampled
residents for medication administration observation (Residents 200, 11, and 5) received medications per
the physician's orders.
Residents Affected - Some
This failure resulted in a 13.16% medication error rate and Resident 200, 11 and 5 to not receive
prescribed medications as ordered.
Findings:
During a medication administration observation, on 11/28/2023 at 8:07 a.m., Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 3 administered Ventolin HFA (bronchodialator) 90 microgram (mcg) inhaler treatment to Resident
200. LVN 3 did not document the administration in Resident's 200's Medication Administration Record
(MAR).
During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/28/23 at 12:50 p.m. with LVN 3, the Electronic
Health Record (EHR) for Resident 200's MAR dated 11/28/23 was reviewed. LVN 3 stated the record
indicated she did not document Ventolin HFA 90 mcg inhaler administration for Resident 200 at the time of
administration that day.
During medication administration observation on 11/28/2023 at 8:47a.m., LVN 3 administered one tablet of
Aspirin 81 mg (milligram) and one tablet of Vitamin D 10 microgram (mcg) to Resident 5.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/28/23 at 12:55 p.m., Resident 5's EHR was
reviewed. LVN 3 stated the physician orders showed to administer two tablets of Aspirin 81 mg and one
tablet of Vitamin D3 1000 IU (international units) once a day. LVN 3 stated Resident 5 did not like two
tablets of Aspirin to be taken together, and she gave the 1 tablet earlier at 7:30 a.m. LVN 3 stated she did
not document the early administration of one tablet of Aspirin in Resident 5's MAR. LVN 3 also stated she
was unable to find any care plan regarding Resident 5's choice to not take two tablets of Aspirin together at
9:00 a.m. LVN 3 stated she was aware that medication administration should be documented immediately
after it has been done.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 11/28/23 at 12:55 p.m. with LVN 3, North Hall medication
cart was observed. LVN 3 stated she had two different types of Vitamin D in the cart, she did not look
closely and missed getting the right medication for Resident 5 that day.
During an EHR review of Resident 11's physician orders for 11/2023, the order indicated to administer one
tablet of Apixaban (anticoagulant or blood thinner) 5 mg via G-tube (a tube inserted in the stomach to
provide nutrition and medications) two times a day to prevent blood clots; and to give 5 ml (milliter) of
Ferrous Sulfate Syrup (iron) 300 (60 Fe) mg/5ml via G-tube one time a day for supplement.
During a concurrent medication administration observation and interview, on 11/28/2023 at 09:41a.m., LVN
1 did not administer Resident 11's Apixaban 5mg tablet and Ferrous Sulfate Syrup/Liquid Iron medication.
LVN 1 stated the medications were not available in the South Hall medication cart or in the facility.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 11/28/23 at 3:30p.m., with LVN 5, Resident 11's
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STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Alhambra Post Acute
331 Ilene Street
Martinez, CA 94553
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Apixaban 5mg bottle of medication was in the top right drawer of the South Hall medication cart. LVN 5
stated Liquid Iron was not in the medication cart and it should be in the over the counter (OTC) supply
cabinet in the medication storage room.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 11/28/23 at 3:40 p.m., LVN 7 did not find Liquid Iron in
the North Hall medication cart.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 11/28/23 at 3:52p.m., with Director of Nursing (DON),
DON stated Liquid Iron supply was not available in the OTC cabinet in the medication room. DON stated
Staffing Coordinator (SC 1) was responsible for ordering OTC supply.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/28/23 at 4:13p.m. with SC 1, the OTC delivery
receipt form for 10/2023 and 11/2023 were reviewed. The record indicated Liquid Iron was not ordered. SC
1 stated they did not have Liquid Iron in the facility.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/28/23 at 3:52p.m. with DON, Resident 11's MAR
and nursing progress notes dated 11/28/23 were reviewed. DON stated the record indicated Apixaban and
Liquid Iron medication were not administered on 11/28/23. DON also stated that administered medication
should be documented right away and given on time.
During an interview on 11/29/23 at 8:52 a.m. with LVN 1, LVN 1 stated she did not notify Resident 11's
doctor that she did not administer Apixaban and liquid iron supplement to Resident 11 on 11/28/23.
During an interview with DON on 12/1/23 at 9:47 a.m. DON stated nurses were expected to administer the
correct medications and follow five rights (right dose, right time, right medication, right route, and right
resident) of medication administration. DON stated if nurses did not follow this, they were endangering
residents' life. DON stated nurses should administer correct medication even if it was a supplement only.
During a review of the undated facility's policy and procedure titled, Medication Administration (Orals) and
Documentation of Medication Administration indicated, 7.5-7. Pour the correct number of tablets into the
medication cup; 1. A nurse or certified medication aide (where applicable) documents all medication
administered to each resident on the resident's medication administration record (MAR); 2. Administration
of medication is documented immediately after it is given; 3.f. Document reason(s) why a medication was
withheld, not administered, or refused (as applicable).
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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F 0761
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Many
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted
professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately
locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to store medications appropriately
when the following were noted:
1. Resident 5's Lotemax eye drops bottle was not labeled with open date.
2. Facility did not dispose or destroy medications for discharged residents and/or expired 11 of 11 sampled
residents (Residents 37, 40, 33, 20, 301, 302, 303, 32, 99, 21, 304).
3. Facility did not dispose of expired over the counter (OTC) medications and stored open bottles of OTC
medications mixed with ready-to-use medication in the medication storage room.
4. Facility did not monitor and maintain a temperature log for medication storage room for September,
October, and November of 2023.
These failures had the potential to result in unsafe medication administration and storage practices.
Findings:
1. During medication administration observation on 11/28/23 at 09:05 a.m. with Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 3, Resident 5's Lotemax 0.5% eye drop (steroid medication used for swelling) was without an open
date on the bottle or the box. LVN 3 stated the medication label indicated the pharmacy delivered the
medication on 6/13/23.
During a phone interview on 12/01/23 at 8:51a.m., with Pharmacy Consultant (PC) 1, PC 1 stated
everything must have an open date including the eye drops, and the open bottle of eye drops should be
disposed of after 30 days.
2.During a concurrent observation and interview on 11/29/23 at 10:04 a.m. with the Director of Nursing
(DON) in the medication room,showed the following medications stored inside a clear plastic storage
container:
Resident 37's Humalog insulin (used to manage blood sugar levels) vial, two bottles of Amantadine (treats
Parkinson's disease, commonly known as shaking palsy) 50 milligrams (mg)/5 milliliters (ml), one Heparin
(blood thinner) 50,000 unit/10 ml vial, Amlodipine (used for high blood pressure) 5mg tab bubble pack;
Resident 40's one bottle of Lactulose (laxative) 10mg/15ml;
Resident 33' 9 patches of Lidocaine (anesthetic) 5%;
Resident 20's five Carbidopa-Levo ER (treats Parkinson's disease) 25-100 mg tab bubble pack and
Quetiapine (psychotropic) medication commonly used to treat mental disorder) 100mg tab bubble pack;
Resident 301's three boxes of DuoNeb vial (respiratory treatment);
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Resident 302's Humalog 100unit/ml vial;
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Resident 303's Lantus (long acting insulin) 100unit/ml vial;
Residents Affected - Many
Resident 32's two bubble packs of Carvedilol (used for heart conditions) 3.125mg tablets, one bubble pack
of Ondansetron HCL ( anti nausea and vomiting) 4 mg tablets, one bubble pack of Omeprazole DR (used to
treat certain stomach and esophagus problems) 20 mg capsules, and one bubble pack of Atorvastatin
(used to lower fat levels in the blood) 80 mg tablets;
Resident 99's Valsartan-HCTZ (high blood pressure medication) 80-12.5 mg tab, Flecainide Acetate (used
for irregular heartbeats) 100 mg tab, Atorvastatin 40 mg tab, Nitrofurantoin (for urinary tract infection) 100
mg bubble packs;
Resident 21's two bubble packs of Sevelamer Carbonate (controls high blood levels of phosphorus in
people with chronic kidney disease on dialysis) 800 mg tablets;
Resident 304's Hydroxyzine HCL (treats anxiety disorders and allergic conditions) 25 mg, Levofloxacin
(antibiotic) 750 mg, Metronidazole (used to treat infections) 500 mg bubble packs;
DON stated the above medications belonged to discharged or expired residents and were stored in the
medication room for destruction. DON stated some of the discharged /expired residents were gone for over
a month. and licensed nurses were supposed to dispose of the medications in a disposal bin kept in the
utility room.
3. During a concurrent observation and interview on 11/29/23 at 10:04 a.m. with DON, a gray colored
Intravenous supply emergency kit with expiration date 9/2023 and issued on 12/21/2022, including over the
counter (OTC) medications mixed with unopened supply were inside a brown cabinet in the medication
storage room as follows:
One undated open bottle of Vitamin C 500 mg, one undated open bottle of Cranberry 450 mg tablets, four
expired bottles of Bisacodyl EC (laxative) 5 mg with expiration date 9/2023; One expired bottle of Mi-Acid
Gas Relief ; 80 mg tablets with expiration date 05/2023; two expired bottles of Senna Syrup (relieves
constipation) with expiration date 10/2023.
DON stated the nurses should keep the opened OTC bottle in the medication cart and should not be stored
in the medication room to prevent cross contamination. DON stated expired medications should be
disposed of and should not be used for residents.
During a review of the facility's undated policy and procedure titled, Storage of Medication indicated, 4.
Discontinued, outdated, or deteriorated drugs or biologicals are returned to the dispensing pharmacy or
destroyed.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/29/23 at 10:30 a.m., with DON, the Temperature Log
for September, October and November 2023 were reviewed. DON stated licensed nurses were expected to
check the medication storage refrigerator temperature and document it in the temperature log twice a day.
The Temperature Log indicated temperatures were not monitored on 9/27, 10/2, 10/14, 10/26, 11/1, 11/7,
11/12, 11/13 and 11/19/23.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Cleaning Medication Storage Areas,
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F 0761
dated August 2017 indicated, Check refrigerator's temperature daily and maintain between 38-46 degrees
Fahrenheit.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Many
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Martinez, CA 94553
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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 observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents were served
palatable food when,
Residents Affected - Few
1. The lunch for Resident 17 was not fortified as ordered by the physician.
2. The evening snack of Peanut Butter and Jelly (PB&J) sandwiches were not prepared according to the
menu.
This deficient practice placed the residents at risk of decreased nutrient intake and bland food, and
potential weight for 2 residents who received food from the kitchen out of a census of 44.
Findings:
1. During an observation on 11/28/23 at 11:10 a.m., a meal delivery cart holding Resident 17's lunch had a
meal ticket (diet order) indicating, Special Diets: Fortified.
During a record review of Resident 17's physician diet order, dated 3/23/23, printed on 12/1/23 indicated,
Fortified Diet, Pureed texture, Thin Liquids consistency, for chocking on rice, add health shake with meals.
During a concurrent observation and interview with Dietary Supervisor (Diet Sup) and Dietary [NAME]
(Cook), on 11/28/23 at 12:06 p.m., Resident 17's meal tray was prepared as a puree texture meal. The tray
contained pureed baked chicken with rosemary sauce, pureed boiled red potatoes, pureed green beans,
and pureed cornbread. [NAME] stated she did not know how to fortify a meal. Diet Sup confirmed the
[NAME] did not fortify Resident 17's lunch as ordered by the physician. Diet Sup stated the [NAME] should
have added butter to the lunch tray to meet the fortification requirements.
During an interview on 11/29/23 at 11:45 a.m., with Registered Dietician (RD), RD stated she was
concerned about the kitchen cooks not fortifying the diets as ordered by physicians. They need to know
how to fortify a meal because they are the ones preparing the meal, they need more training.
2. During an interview on 11/28/23 at 10:45 a.m., with Resident 3, Resident 3 stated the PB&J sandwiches
have a thin layer of PB and the sandwiches are not palatable.
During an interview on 11/30/23 at 4:17 p.m., Dietary [NAME] (Cook 1), [NAME] 1 stated he was
responsible for making the PB&J sandwiches. [NAME] 1 stated he was not trained to follow a recipe or how
to locate the PB&J recipe. [NAME] 1 further stated he made the sandwiches by applying a layer of peanut
butter on one loaf of bread and a layer of jelly on the other loaf of bread.
During an interview and record review on 11/28/23 at 4:40 p.m., with Diet Sup, the electronic repository of
dietary recipes was reviewed for the PB&J sandwiches. Diet Sup stated the PB&J recipe was not available
for the kitchen staff in a paper format for easy reference. Diet Sup verified that only she had access to the
electronic repository for all recipes. Diet Sup stated, [NAME] 1 should have used the Orchid Scoop
(rounded #40 scoop) to scoop up peanut butter for each sandwich. Diet Sup verified each scoop of the
Orchid Scoop contained ¾ (three/fourths) of an ounce for each sandwich. Diet Sup stated [NAME] 1
did not use the Orchid Scoop.
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Martinez, CA 94553
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Review of the facility provided document, untitled and undated, indicated rounded # 40 Orchid scoop is
equivalent to ¾ (three/fourth) of a fluid Ounce.
Review of the policy and procedure titled, Fortified Diet dated 2020, indicated The Fortified Diet is designed
for residents who cannot consume adequate amounts of calories and/or protein to maintain their weight or
nutritional status .Example of adding calories may include - Extra margarine or butter to food items
.Approximate Calories of foods used for Fortifying Diet: Butter, Margarine or Mayonnaise - 1 tsp (teaspoon)
= 35 calories .
Review of the facility provided document, Recipe: Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich Noon & Evening
(undated) indicated, Directions: 1. Spread 2 tbsp (rounded # 40 scoop) peanut butter +1-2 Tbsp (#40) jelly
per sandwich.
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331 Ilene Street
Martinez, CA 94553
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F 0813
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation, staff interview, and record review, the facility failed to follow their policy for the Use
and Storage of Food & beverages Brought in for Resident and provide safe and sanitary storage, handling,
and consumption of food brought to residents by family and visitors for two of 44 residents, when:
Residents Affected - Many
1.The staff refrigerator contained Resident 198's food that was not dated and stored with other unlabeled
and undated staff food. This had the potential for cross contamination.
2. Resident 298 wanted to eat food brought for her birthday and have it for dinner and was told staff could
not warm the food and ate cold lobster that was unpalatable.
These failures had the potential for food contamination and food borne illness, and food not served at the
preferred temperature diminished the enjoyment of the meal. This had the potential to affect other residents
receiving food brought from outside sources for storage.
Findings:
1. During a concurrent observation and interview on 11/29/23 at 4:22 p.m., with Administrator (Admin), the
Staff designated white refrigerator in the Staff Break room had a container with cooked, partially used and
undated, liquid food with green vegetable and white meat labeled with Resident 198's name and room
number. Admin verified the undated food belonged to Resident 198 and was not supposed to be stored in
the staff refrigerator and did not have discard or use-by-date. Admin stated the facility does not have a
dedicated refrigerator or microwave designated for resident use to store and heat food brought in by family
and visitors.
During an interview with the Dietary Supervisor on 11/29/23 at 4:40 p.m., with Dietary Supervisor (Diet
Sup), Diet Sup confirmed all food brought from home for staff were stored in the staff refrigerator and
heated using the staff's microwave in the breakroom.
During an interview on 12/01/23 at 1:27 p.m., with Resident 198, Resident 198 stated the food stored at the
facility was wonton soup and brought in by family on 11/21/23. Resident 198 stated the facility had not
provided a policy either orally or in writing regarding food brought in family or visitors.
During an interview on 12/01/23 at 1:28 p.m., with Resident 298, Resident 298 stated she often has food
brought in by family and other visitors and stores the food for her. Resident 298 stated the facility had not
shared a policy either orally or in writing regarding food brought in by family and other visitors.
2. During a concurrent observation and interview on 11/27/23 at 09:41 a.m., with Resident 298, Resident
298 stated the facility did not warm the lobster brought from home on her birthday 11/22/23. Resident 298
stated she wanted to eat the lobster for dinner. Resident 298 stated she asked staff to warm it for her but
one of the supervisors told the staff they cannot warm the lobster. Resident 298 stated she ate the cold
lobster and it tasted nasty and was not the same.
During an interview on 12/01/23 at 08:30 a.m. with Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 3, assigned to
Resident 298 on 11/22/23, CNA 3 stated staff were not allowed to heat up food for Resident.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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331 Ilene Street
Martinez, CA 94553
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
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Residents Affected - Many
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During a review of the facility's policy and procedure (P&P) titled, Use and Storage of Food & beverages
Brought in for Resident, dated December 2016 indicated, .It is the Policy of this facility to provide a safe and
sanitary storage, handling, and consumption of all food including food and fluids brought to residents by
family and other visitors .1. Upon admission resident and families will be given a copy of this policy and
offered a handout on safe food handling practices. 2. Food brought in from the outside will be checked by a
member of the food and nutrition department or a licensed nursing staff .b. Food item(s) will be labeled with
resident's name, content, the date it was prepared, if known, and a discard/use by date .c .If the food is an
item to be served hot, reheat to >165F (one time only) in the facility designated microwave oven, prior to
service .8. Separate food storage and preparation areas (including a microwave oven) are designated for
use for food brought in from outside sources .
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** During a
review of Resident 30's admission Record Report printed on 11/28/23, showed Resident 30 was admitted
to the facility on [DATE].
Residents Affected - Many
During a interview on 11/27/23, at 10:01 a.m., with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN 4), LVN 4 stated
Resident 30 is alert and oriented and is able to verbalize his needs.
During an observation and interview on 11/27/23, at 09:30 a.m., Resident 30 was receiving O2 at 2
liters/minute (L/min), and tubing dated 11/02/23. Resident 30 stated, I have had the same tubing since I
have been here.
During an observation and interview on 11/29/23, at 12:31 p.m., with LVN 3, LVN 3 confirmed the date on
the oxygen tubing as 11/2/23. LVN 3 stated the O2 tubing must be changed every week.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/29/23 at 12:33 p.m., with LVN 3, the eMAR for
resident 30 was reviewed. LVN 3 stated she was unable to locate any documentation of O2 tubing change
in the eMAR. LVN 3 stated the risk for not changing the O2 tubing is the spread of infection to the resident
and others.
4. During a review of Resident 12's admission record titled admission Record dated 11/28/23, the record
showed Resident 12 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Resident 12 had diagnoses of hemiplegia and
hemiparesis (severe or complete loss of strength to one side of the body) affecting left side, dysphagia
(difficulty and/or pain swallowing), and GT.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 11/27/23 at 10:30 a.m., a foul odor was observed in
Resident 12's room. Licensed Vocation Nurse 1 (LVN 1) stated the smell was likely due to Resident 12's GT
site. LVN 1 stated Resident 12's GT often became gunky and smelly.
During an observation on 11/27/23 at 10:36 a.m., Registered Nurse 1 (RN 1) went to Resident 12's room to
change the GT dressing at GT site. RN 1 did not perform hand hygiene prior to donning gloves. Resident
12's GT dressing was noticeably soiled with dark brown matter, and no date or initials were visible on the
dressing. RN 1 removed the soiled dressing, then cleaned the area with normal saline. RN 1 did not
perform hand hygiene and glove change, then dated and initialed the GT dressing. Next, RN 1 applied
Moisture Lotion (Emollient moisturizing treatment) to Resident 12's lower legs without performing hand
hygiene and donning new gloves.
During an interview with DON on 11/30/23 at 11:45 a.m., DON stated the risks of not dating/initialing
dressings could result in wound care not being performed timely, and failure to perform hand hygiene and
clean dressing change procedures could result in infection and cross-contamination.
During a record review of facility's policy and procedures (P&P) titled, Dressings, Dry/Clean revised 9/2013,
indicated, before touching a soiled dressing: Wash and dry your hands thoroughly, Put on clean gloves,
loosen tape and remove soiled dressing, Pull glove over dressing and discard into plastic or biohazard bag,
Wash and dry your hands thoroughly, Open dry, clean dressing, Label tape or dressing (new) with date,
time and initials , Using clean technique, open other products, Wash and dry hands thoroughly, Put on
clean gloves, (prior to assessment, cleaning wound site and applying new dressing) .
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Alhambra Post Acute
331 Ilene Street
Martinez, CA 94553
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F 0880
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Many
During a record review of the P&P Infection Prevention - Hand Hygiene revised 10/2022, which indicated,
Use an alcohol-based hand rub containing at least 62% alcohol; or alternatively, soap (antimicrobial
(bacteria, fungi, protozoa, etc.) or non-antimicrobial) and water for the following situations: h. before moving
from a contaminated body site to a clean body site during resident care.
5. During an observation on 11/27/23 at 10:30 a.m., Resident 12's incentive spirometer was seen
uncovered, on the floor, atop a pair of Resident 12's shoes.
During an interview on 11/30/23 at 11:43 a.m., IP stated incentive spirometers should be kept off the floor
and away from sources of contamination to ensure that the device is clean and safe for resident's use.
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to follow infection prevention and
control practices when the following were noted:
1. Oxygen tubing nasal canula for four of four sampled residents (Resident 18, 298, 11 and 30) was
unlabeled and undated.
2. Two Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN 3 and LVN 1) did not perform hand hygiene during medication
administration for two of the seven sampled residents (Resident 16 and 11).
3. Medication storage refrigerator in the medication storage room was dusty and sticky to touch.
4. Licensed Nurse did not label a wound dressing for a gastrostomy tube (GT, a tube inserted into the
stomach to provide liquid nutrition, fluids, and medications) site with date and staff initials. Licensed Nurse
did not perform hand hygiene during wound care for one of two residents (Resident 12).
5. Resident 12's Spirometer (handheld device to help practice deep breaths) was stored on top of his shoes
on the floor.
These failures had the potential for delayed wound healing for Resident 12 cross contamination and spread
of infections to residents at the facility.
Findings:
1.During a concurrent observation and interview on 11/27/23 at 9:31 a.m., in Resident 18's room with
Registered Nurse (RN) 1, oxygen (O2) nasal cannula (two prong tubing placed in the nares to receive
oxygen) was wrapped around the handle of the O2 concentrator (delivers filtered O2 from the air), open to
air, without a label or date. The nasal prongs had brown discoloration. RN 1 stated the tubing doesn't look
dirty but does not look clean either.
During a concurrent observation and interview on 11/27/23 at 09:41 a.m. in Resident 298's room, O2 nasal
cannula tubing was not labeled while Resident 298 was receiving O2 treatment. Resident 298 stated, They
never replace the tubing. Resident 298 stated she was admitted to the facility about three weeks ago.
During an observation on 11/27/23 at 9:54 a.m. in Resident 11's room, the O2 nasal cannula tubing was
hanging on the O2 tank holder hook without a label and touching the floor.
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STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Alhambra Post Acute
331 Ilene Street
Martinez, CA 94553
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F 0880
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Many
During a concurrent observation and interview on 11/27/23 at 11:24 a.m., in Resident 298's and Resident
11's shared room with Infection Preventionist (IP) 1, the O2 nasal cannula tubing for Resident 298 and
Resident 11 was observed. Resident 298 and Resident 11's O2 nasal cannula was still unlabeled and
Resident 11's tubing was still hanging on the oxygen tank holder hook touching the floor. IP 1 stated the
oxygen nasal cannula should be stored in an antimicrobial bag when not in use, labeled with date and
changed weekly.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/27/23 at 12:03p.m. with IP in the IP and Director of
Rehab (DOR) office, the order summary for Residents 298, 18 and 11 was reviewed. The order summary
dated 11/24/23 for Resident 298 indicated, change oxygen tubing every night shift every Saturday. IP stated
Resident 18 and 11 has no order to change oxygen tubing weekly. IP stated residents were at risk for
respiratory infections if nasal cannula tubing was not labeled and changed weekly.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Respiratory Therapy Performed by Nursing
Services - Prevention of Infection, dated 2/08/20, indicated, Change the oxygen cannula and tubing every
(7) days, or as needed (PRN) and Keep the oxygen cannula and tubing used PRN (as needed) in a plastic
bag when not in use.
During a review of Resident 30's admission Record Report printed on 11/28/23 showed Resident 30 was
admitted to the facility on [DATE].
During an interview on 11/27/23, at 10:01 a.m., with Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN 4), LVN 4 stated
Resident 30 is alert and oriented and able to verbalize his needs.
During an observation and interview on 11/27/23 at 09:30 a.m., Resident 30 was receiving O2 at 2
liters/minute (L/min), and the O2 tubing was dated 11/02/23. Resident 30 stated, I have had the same
tubing since I have been here.
During an observation and interview on 11/29/23 at 12:31 p.m., with LVN 3, LVN 3 confirmed the O2 tubing
date was 11/2/23. LVN 3 stated the O2 tubing must be changed every week.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/29/23 at 12:33 p.m., with LVN 3, the electronic
medication administration record (eMAR) for Resident 30 was reviewed. LVN 3 stated she was unable to
locate any documentation of O2 tubing change in the eMAR. LVN 3 stated the risk for not changing the O2
tubing is the spread of infection to the resident and others.
2. During medication administration observation on 11/28/23 at 09:09 a.m., Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) 3 prepared Resident 16's morning medications without performing hand hygiene and put on a new
pair of gloves, went into Resident 16's room, administered morning medications, removed gloves and did
not perform hand hygiene. LVN 3 then unlocked the medication cart, poured Milk of Magnesia (laxative)
medication in a medication cup, without performing hand hygiene and donned a new pair of gloves, locked
the medication cart, and administered medication to Resident 16.
During an interview on 11/28/23 at 9:30a.m., LVN 3 stated I use hand sanitizer between each resident and
when I change gloves. I don't touch residents much.
During medication administration observation on 11/28/23 at 10:02 a.m., LVN 1 prepared Resident 11's
medications, put gloves on, and went inside Resident 11's room with medications cups. Certified Nursing
Assistant (CNA) 3 picked up a basin of water from the bedside table used after Resident 11's
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STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Alhambra Post Acute
331 Ilene Street
Martinez, CA 94553
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Many
sponge bath. LVN 1 placed four medication cups, one four ounces plastic cup and one white plastic spoon
on top of the table without cleaning and disinfecting the area. LVN 1 did not change gloves after touching
bathroom doorknob to get warm water in the sink prior to giving Resident 11's medication through a GT.
LVN 1 used the plastic spoon that was in contact with the uncleaned table to mix the crushed tablet and
water in the medication cup and poured the medication into the syringe connected to Resident 11's G-tube
to deliver the medication.
During an interview on 11/28/23 at 10:16 a.m. LVN 1 stated it was necessary to change gloves after
touching contaminated surfaces such as doorknob and sink faucet to not cross contaminate and introduce
any bacteria into the Resident 18's gut. LVN 1 further stated she should have wiped the dirty bedside table
with purple top germicidal wipes prior to putting medication cups on top of it.
During a review of the undated facility's policy and procedure titled, Handwashing/Hand Hygiene, indicated,
Use an alcohol-based hand rub containing at least 62% alcohol; or, alternatively, soap (antimicrobial or
non-antimicrobial) and water for the following situations: c. Before preparing or handling medication; l. After
contact with objects in the immediate vicinity of the resident; m. After removing gloves.
3. During a concurrent observation and interview on 11/29/23 at 10:04 a.m. with the Director of Nursing
(DON) in the medication room, the medication storage refrigerator had sticky brown material and stains on
the shelf where medications were stored. The refrigerator had dust build up on the top of the refrigerator.
DON stated the nurses were responsible for cleaning the refrigerator.
During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/29/23 at 10:30 a.m., with DON, temperature logs for
the medication room to document and track date, temperature for medication, and food refrigerator, and
refrigerator cleaning was reviewed. The log indicated, Cleaning of Refrigerator: Indicate if the F-Food or
M-Medication refrigerator was cleaned. The DON stated she was unable to find any documentation if staff
cleaned the medication refrigerator for September, October, and November 2023.
During a review of the facility's policy and procedure titled, Cleaning Medication Storage Areas, dated
August 2017, indicated, 1. Keep refrigerators clean and defrost weekly .
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STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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331 Ilene Street
Martinez, CA 94553
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F 0883
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to implement the pneumococcal immunization (a vaccine to
protect against pneumonia, an infection of the lungs caused by bacteria, fungi or viruses) policy for three of
five sampled residents (Resident 12, Resident 13, and Resident 38) when they did not receive a
pneumonia vaccine immunization.
Residents Affected - Some
This failure placed Resident 12, 13 and 38 at risk for pneumonia.
Findings:
During a record review of the Electronic Health Record (EHR) of Resident 12, the record showed Resident
12 was admitted on [DATE],
A review of Resident 13's EHR showed, Resident 13 was admitted on [DATE].
A review of Resident 38's EHR showed Resident 38 was admitted on [DATE].
During an interview and record review on 11/30/23 at 11:30 a.m., the Infection Preventionist (IP 1)
immunization records for Residents 12, 13, 38 were reviewed. IP 1 stated she was unable to find the
pneumonia vaccine immunization records for Residents 12, 13, and 38.
Record review of the Infection Prevention-Immunizations, Influenza (an acute respiratory infection caused
by influenza viruses) and Pneumococcal (Resident), revised October 2018, indicated,Each resident is
offered a pneumococcal immunization unless immunization is medically contraindicated (not
recommended) or the resident has already been immunized. For residents who receive vaccination, the
following information will be documented in the resident's electronic health record, under immunization tab:
The date of vaccination, lot number, expiration date and site of vaccination. If declined, document the
reason why resident did not receive the influenza and/or pneumococcal immunization. (Electronic
Immunization Record).
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Department of Health & Human Services
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
555292
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/01/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Alhambra Post Acute
331 Ilene Street
Martinez, CA 94553
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 0912
Level of Harm - Potential for
minimal harm
Residents Affected - Many
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single
resident rooms.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation and interview, the facility had sixteen residents (Rt) rooms (room [ROOM NUMBER], 3, 4, 5, 6,
7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17 and 18) with multiple beds that provided less than 80 square foot (sq. ft)
per resident who occupied these rooms.
This deficient practice had the potential to result in inadequate space for the delivery of care to each of the
residents in each room or for storage of residents' belongings.
Findings:
During an observation on 11/29/23 at 8:29 a.m., in the presence of Administrator (Admin) and
accompanied by Maintenance Supervisor (MS), the following rooms and corresponding sq. ft per bed were
identified:
Room Activity/Room Size Floor Area
1 Rt room /200 sq. ft 66 sq. ft
3 Rt room /200 sq. ft 66 sq. ft
4 Rt room /140 sq. ft 70 sq. ft
5 Rt room/ 200 sq. ft 66 sq. ft
6 Rt room/ 140 sq. ft 70 sq. ft
7 Rt room /200 sq. ft 66 sq. ft
8 Rt room /140 sq. ft 70 sq. ft
9 Rt. room /140 sq. ft 70 sq. ft
10 Rt room /200 sq. ft 66 sq. ft
11 Rt room/ 140 sq. ft 70 sq. ft
12 Rt room /200 sq. ft 66 sq. ft
14 Rt room /200 sq. ft 66 sq. ft
15 Rt room/ 140 sq. ft 70 sq. ft
16 Rt room /200 sq. ft 66 sq. ft
17 Rt room/ 140 sq. ft 70 sq. ft
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Department of Health & Human Services
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
555292
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/01/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Alhambra Post Acute
331 Ilene Street
Martinez, CA 94553
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 0912
18 Rt room /200 sq. ft 66 sq. ft
Level of Harm - Potential for
minimal harm
During an interview on 11/29/23 at 8:30 a.m., Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA 2) stated there was enough
space to provide care for residents. CNA 2 stated she had no problems going in and out with necessary
care equipment.
Residents Affected - Many
During an interview on 11/29/23 at 8:36 a.m., CNA 1 stated there was no problem with space when care
was provided to residents. CNA 1 stated it was easy to provide care for residents in these rooms. CNA 1
said residents are provided care with ease.
During an interview on 11/29/23 at 8:43 a.m., Resident 22 stated there was enough room space for her
belongings and had no concerns about space.
During an interview on 11/29/23 at 8:43 a.m., Resident 26 stated she had enough room space for her
belongings and care.
During an observation and concurrent interview on 11/30/23 at 9:22 a.m., in the presence of CNA 3, CNA 3
stated there was enough space to conveniently provide care for residents in the rooms and for residents
that need a hoyer lift (device to transfer resident in and out of bed). CNA 3 stated there was no heavy
equipment kept in the rooms that might interfere with resident's care. There was no negative consequences
attributed to the decreased space in the sixteen rooms. Granting of the room size waiver is recommended.
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