F 0689
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to
prevent accidents.
Level of Harm - Actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, for one of five sampled resident (Resident 1), Resident 1 who fell in the facility
on 1/15/2025, the facility failed to ensure:
1) Certified Nurse's Aide (CNA) 2, closely monitored and supervised Resident 1 while assigned as
Resident 1's one to one (1:1- a caregiver provides dedicated, focused attention and assistance to a single
individual, ensuring their needs and well-being are met with personalized support) sitter on 3/02/2025 on
the 11 PM to 7 AM shift.
2) CNA 2 immediately notified a licensed nurse that Resident 1 fell on 3/03/2025 at 4:30 AM to ensure
timely assessment and intervention(s) for the resident.
3) CNA 2 was not assigned as a 1:1 sitter for two residents (Residents 1 and 5) on 3/02/2025 on the 11 PM
to 7 AM shift
4) Resident 1, who was a high risk for falls, had a care plan (CP - a guideline for nurses to help them create
and achieve a solid plan of action in the treatment of a patient) for 1:1 sitter to closely monitor and
supervise to prevent the resident from falling.
5) CNA 2 was close and at arm's length to immediately assist Resident 1 when the resident was getting out
of bed on 3/03/2025 at 4:30 AM
As a result, on 3/03/2025 at 4:30 AM, Resident 1 fell and sustained a left hip fracture (break in a bone).
Resident 1 suffered severe pain and mild swelling to the left hip on 3/03/2025 at 11:58 PM. Resident 1
sustained a comminuted (broken in three or more pieces) mildly displaced intertrochanteric fracture (a type
of hip fracture where the broken pieces of the bone have moved or separated between the two bones that
protrudes [sticks out]) of the left hip. On 3/04/2025, Resident 1 was transferred to a GACH) for further
evaluation and care.
Findings:
A review of Resident 1's (Resident 5's roommate) admission Record was admitted to the facility on [DATE]
with the following diagnoses: generalized muscle weakness (lack of physical or muscle strength), difficulty
in walking (inability to walk which includes problems standing, moving, and loss of balance), and
unspecified dementia (a condition in which a person loses the ability to think, remember, learn, make
decisions, and solve problems).
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Any deficiency statement ending with an asterisk (*) denotes a deficiency which the institution may be excused from correcting providing it is determined that other
safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days following the
date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14 days following the date
these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued program participation.
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Ocean Park Healthcare
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Santa Monica, CA 90405
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Level of Harm - Actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
A review of Resident 1's MDS dated [DATE], indicated, Resident 1 had severely impaired cognition (when a
person has trouble remembering, learning new things, concentrating, or making decisions that affect their
everyday life). The MDS also indicated, Resident 1 used a walker and a wheelchair (devises used to assist
a person walk or move from place to place when one has a disability or injury). The MDS also indicated,
Resident 1 needed maximal assistance with toileting hygiene (maintaining cleanliness before and after
using the toilet) due to urinary and bowel incontinence (lack of voluntary control over urination or bowel
movement).
A review of Resident 1's initial Fall Risk assessment dated [DATE], indicated, Resident 1 fall risk score was
18 (a fall risk score of 10 or above represents high risk for falls).
A review of Resident 1's Fall Risk assessment dated [DATE] indicated, Resident 1 score for fall was 19
(high fall risk).
A review of Resident 1's Interdisciplinary Team (IDT - a group of different healthcare professionals working
together towards a common goal for a resident) Progress Notes dated 1/15/2025 at 2:27 PM, indicated, IDT
recommended a 1:1 sitter to ensure safety for Resident 1.
A review of the facility's In-Service Education (a professional development for workers aimed to enhance
their skills, knowledge, and competence to improve job performance) sign-in sheet dated 1/09/2025,
indicated, CNA 2 signed confirming that CNA 2 received training on Preventing falls in the elderly.
A review of Resident 1's history and physical (H&P - a physician's complete patient examination) dated
1/15/2025, indicated, Resident 1 was confused and disoriented , had impaired mobility (a condition that
limits or prevents a person's ability to move or perform physical tasks, ranging from fine motor skills to gross
motor skills like walking) and activities of daily living (ADL - routine tasks/activities such as bathing,
dressing and toileting a person performs daily to care for themselves), and generalized weakness. The H&P
also indicated Resident 1 lacked the capacity to make medical decisions.
A review of Resident 1's CP on impaired ambulation (act of walking) dated 1/15/2025, indicated, Resident 1
had difficulty in walking. The CP goal indicated stand-by assist (SBA) for ambulation, and that Resident 1
used a front wheel walker (FWW) for mobility. The CP interventions included gait training (focuses on
improving a person's ability to walk, often involving exercises to strengthen muscles, improve balance, and
enhance overall mobility), and caregiver education (equip caregivers with the knowledge and skills needed
to effectively care for others).
A review of Resident 1's CP on ADLs dated 1/16/2025, indicated, Resident 1 demonstrated ADL decline
because of generalized weakness, decreased overall safety awareness, and fall risk. The CP goal indicated
Resident 1 will demonstrate improved safety awareness and decreased risk of fall. The CP interventions
included caregiver education.
A review of the facility's In-Service Education sign-in sheet dated 2/04/2025 indicated, CNA 2 signed in and
received education on What to do when a patient fall. The In-service education lesson plan indicated that
after a fall, the resident is not moved until assessed by a physical therapist (PT - healthcare professional
who helps people improve their movement and physical function, manage pain, and recover from injuries
and chronic conditions through a variety of treatments) or charge nurse.
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Ocean Park Healthcare
2828 Pico Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90405
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Level of Harm - Actual harm
A review of Resident 1's Psychology Notes (a standardized tool used by psychologists to record resident's
mental and emotional state, behavior and any changes in their condition, to inform care planning and
treatment) dated 2/07/2025, indicated, Resident 1's dementia impacted Resident 1's awareness (not
specified) requiring continued monitoring.
Residents Affected - Few
A review of the facility Nursing Assignment Sheet dated 3/02/2025 for the 11 PM to 7 AM shift, indicated,
CNA 2 was assigned as a 1:1 sitter for Resident 1 and Resident 5.
A review of Resident 5's Sitter Log Sheet dated 3/02/2025 from 11 PM to 7 AM shift, indicated, CNA 2 was
assigned as 1:1 sitter for Resident 5.
A review of the facility Sitter Log Sheet (a document used to record information about the observation
and/or assistance to a resident during a specific shift or period) dated 3/02/2025 on the 11 PM - 7 AM shift,
indicated CNA 2 documented that Resident 1 was awake from 1 AM until 5 AM on 3/03/2025. There was no
documentation that Resident 1 fell on 3/03/2025 at 4:30 AM.
A review of Resident 1's CP on alteration in musculoskeletal (a system of muscles, bones, tendons,
ligaments, joints, and cartilage that work together) status dated 3/03/2025, indicated, Resident 1 had a
fracture (a break or crack) of the left trochanter/femur (left hip bone) and pain to the left lower extremity (the
part of the body that includes the hip, thigh, knee, leg, ankle, and foot) during movement. The CP goal
indicated Resident 1 will remain free from pain or at a level of discomfort acceptable to Resident 1. The CP
interventions included to assist Resident 1 with ADLs, mobility (ability to move freely and easily), and
immobilize (reduce or eliminate movement) the left lower extremity, provide pain medicine as ordered by
the physician, and transfer Resident 1 to GACH for further evaluation and treatment.
A review of Resident 1's Nursing Progress Notes (captures the details of a patient's health status, treatment
progress, and any changes in their condition over time) dated 3/03/2025 at 9:20 AM, indicated, Licensed
Vocational Nurse (LVN) 1 documented that CNA 1 approached LVN 1 because Resident 1 complained of
pain during perineal care (washing of the private parts). The Nursing Progress Notes indicated LVN 1
assessed Resident 1 who had pain on the left hip area .and left leg area noted with mild swelling. The
Nursing Progress Notes indicated LVN 1 instructed CNA 1 to not to mobilize (move) patient (Resident 1),
LVN 1 then notified Registered Nurse Supervisor (RNS), and Resident 1 was medicated with pain
medicine, acetaminophen (mild pain reliever) 1000 mg (milligram - a unit of measure of mass [amount of
material it contains] in the metric system) by mouth (PO) on 3/03/2025 at 9:21 AM.
A review of Resident 1's Nursing Progress Notes dated 3/03/2025 at 9:25 AM, indicated, RNS assessed,
and that Resident 1 had left hip area with pain upon touching the area, of 5 out of 10 pain level (5/10 - a
numerical pain assessment tool where 0 [zero] pain is no pain, and 10 pain is the worst possible pain). RNS
stated MD ordered for an x-ray (pictures of the inside of a body to look at bones and joints). RNS stated
RNS called and left a message to family member of Resident 1 (FMR1) to call RNS back.
A review of Resident 1's x-ray report dated 3/03/2025 indicated, Resident 1 had a comminuted (broken in
three or more pieces) mildly displaced intertrochanteric fracture (a type of hip fracture where the broken
pieces of the bone have moved or separated between the two bones that protrudes [sticks out]) of the left
hip.
A review of Resident 1's Nursing Progress Notes documented by LVN 2, dated 3/03/2025 at 11:09 PM,
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Ocean Park Healthcare
2828 Pico Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90405
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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F 0689
Level of Harm - Actual harm
indicated, Resident 1 complained of left leg pain with a pain scale of 4/10, pain medicine, acetaminophen
1000 mg, was given on 3/03/2025 at 5:30 PM. The Nursing Progress Notes that on 3/04/2025 at 6:30 PM,
x-ray result was received which confirmed Resident 1 sustained a left hip fracture, and a medical doctor
(MD) was informed who ordered to transfer Resident 1 to GACH for further evaluation.
Residents Affected - Few
A review of Resident 1's Physician Order Summary Report dated 3/04/2025, indicated, a physician ordered
Resident 1 to be transferred out from the facility to GACH on 3/03/2025 due to left hip fracture.
A review of the facility Sitter Log Sheet dated 3/03/2025 at 11:58 PM, indicated, a sitter documented that
Resident 1 was transferred to a GACH.
During an interview on 3/17/2025 at 1:24 PM with CNA 1, CNA 1 stated that on 3/03/2025 at around 9 AM
when CNA 1 attempted to turn Resident 1 onto the right side to perform perineal care (washing of the
private parts) because Resident 1 was wet, but Resident 1 started to scream. CNA 1 stated Resident 1 said
something in Resident 1's native language. CNA 1 stated CNA 1 asked CNA 4 (who speaks Resident 1's
native language) to translate what Resident 1 was saying. CNA 1 stated Resident 1 told CNA 4 pain, pain,
pain in Resident 1's native language and immediately notified LVN 1 who immediately went to Resident 1's
room and assessed Resident 1. CNA 1 stated LVN 1 instructed CNA 1 [Resident 1] should not get up
.because of pain. CNA 1 stated Resident 1 has dementia and forgets a lot . I've seen [Resident 1] try to get
out of bed without assistance. CNA 1 stated Resident 1 needs assistance from staff to get out of bed,
because the resident is not stable on the feet, he [Resident 1] is weak, he's [AGE] years old .
During an interview on 3/17/2025 at 1:52 PM with LVN 1, LVN 1 stated that on 3/03/2025 at 9:20 AM CNA 1
called LVN 1 to Resident 1's room because Resident 1 was complaining of pain. LVN 1 stated Resident 1
was in the bed and was crying. LVN 1 stated LVN 1 asked CNA 4 (speaks Resident 1's native language) to
translate what Resident 1 was saying. LVN 1 stated CNA 4 reported that Resident 1 said that Resident 1
was in pain, Resident 1 fell in the middle of the night and that a man picked up the resident and put
Resident 1 back to bed. LVN 1 stated Resident 1 made noises (did not specify) when touched on the left
hip and when LVN 1 and CNA 1 attempted to perform perineal care because Resident 1 was wet from urine
and that LVN 1 notified RNS of Resident 1's change of condition (COC - a significant change in a resident's
health or functional status) and administered acetaminophen 1000 mg to Resident 1. LVN 1 stated
Resident 1 has episodes of trying to get out of bed sometimes; that's why there is a sitter.
During an interview on 3/17/2025 at 2:25 PM with RNS, RNS stated that on 3/03/2025 at 9:25 AM LVN 1
reported to RNS that Resident 1 had pain to the left hip area. RNS stated RNS assessed and identified that
Resident 1's left hip and left leg areas was swollen with no discoloration (any change in your natural skin
tone). RNS stated Resident 1 said dolor (pain) and ouch during the assessment. RNS stated RNS asked
CNA 4 to translate what Resident 1 was saying. RNS stated CNA 4 told RNS that Resident 1 answered yes
when asked if in pain and then pointed to the [Resident 1's] the left hip area. RNS stated [Resident 1] said a
guy picked [Resident 1] up from the floor Noche (night). RNS stated, I was called into [Resident 1's] at 9:30
AM. I know nothing bad happened to [Resident 1] from the time we started our shift at 7 AM. RNS stated
RNS instructed LVN 1 to administer pain medicine to Resident 1, instructed the nursing staff not to move
Resident 1, and contacted the MD and Resident 1's family regarding Resident 1's COC. RNS stated MD
ordered an x-ray of Resident 1's left hip which was completed after RNS left work at 3:30 PM on 3/03/2025.
RNS stated [Resident 1] climbs out of bed, this is a daily thing and that is why we put a 1:1 sitter for the
resident. RNS did state for how long
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Ocean Park Healthcare
2828 Pico Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90405
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F 0689
CNA 2 was assigned as a sitter for Resident 1.
Level of Harm - Actual harm
During a telephone interview on 3/17/2025 at 3:35 PM with CNA 2, CNA 2 stated that on 3/03/2025 at
around 4:30 AM, Resident 1 got out of bed and I rushed to [Resident 1] because [ Resident 1] was
struggling. [Resident 1] started lowering himself, so I assisted [Resident 1] to the floor. CNA 2 stated CNA 2
asked CNA 5 to assist CNA 2 place Resident 1 back in bed and that CNA 3 assisted CNA 2 clean Resident
1 because Resident 1 had a bowel movement (stool/feces). CNA 2 stated, Resident 1, There is nothing to
report (about the fall). CNA 2 then stated, it was important to report a fall incident so the resident can be
evaluated right away. CNA 2 also stated if the fall incident is not reported, Resident 1, may get hurt, more
sick. CNA 2 stated Resident 1 never got out of bed until that time (fall incident on 3/03/2025 at 4:30 AM).
CNA 2 also stated that on 3/02/2025 on 11 PM to 7 AM shift, the facility assigned CNA 2 as a sitter for
Resident 1 and Resident 5 and also to care for Resident 1 and Resident 5. CNA 2 stated that Resident 1
and Resident 5 were roommates.
Residents Affected - Few
A review of the facility undated document titled Assisted Falls, indicated, . If a resident is going down to the
ground and you assist them to the floor , this is a fall and must be reported.
During a phone interview on 3/26/2025 at 11:19 AM with CNA 2, CNA 2 stated that on 3/03/2025 at around
4:30 AM, I was sitting in a chair against the wall by the bedside by the door in Resident 1's room. CNA 2
stated, I rushed to [Resident 1] when I saw [Resident 1] trying to get out of bed on the other (opposite) side.
I was sitting by the side of the resident's bed, between the resident's bed and the door. CNA 2 stated
Resident 1 took two to three steps, was struggling to balance and held on to CNA 2. CNA 2 stated as a 1:1
sitter CNA 2 is responsible in making sure Resident 1 does not fall because the resident is a fall risk, keep
an eye on the resident, take Resident 1 to the bathroom, and perform care on Resident 1.
During an interview on 3/26/2025 at 12:05 PM with CNA 2, CNA 2 stated, I was sitting close to [Resident
1's] feet, at the foot of the bed. CNA 2 as a 1:1 sitter, the only thing I need to do is sit close to the patient
[Resident 1] at arm's length. When I stretch my arm and touch him that is an arm's length. CNA 2 stated
during a 1:1 sitter assignment, CNA 2 is supposed to only have and care for one resident. CNA 2 stated
that on 3/02/2025 on the 11 PM to 7 AM shift, CNA 2 was assigned to care for Resident 1 and Resident 5
who were in the same room. CNA 2 stated, The fact is, normally [Resident 1] does get out of bed and
[Resident 5] doesn't normally get out of bed. I watch [Resident 5] because [Resident 5] is confused. CNA 2
stated that on 3/02/2025 on the 11 PM to 7 AM shift, both bed side rails were down on Resident 1's bed.
CNA 2 stated, When I picked up [Resident 1], the resident was on the floor between Resident 1's bed and
Resident 5's bed. That is the reason why I had to rush to him. CNA 2 did not report this incident.
During a phone interview on 3/26/2025 at 1:18 PM with CNA 3, CNA 3 stated that on 3/03/2025 at almost 5
AM, CNA 3 walked into Resident 1's room to assist CNA 2 with Resident 1's perineal care. CNA 3 stated
Resident 1 was crying and hurting on the left side around the hip. CNA 3 stated, I heard [Resident 1] say
something in [in the resident's native language] my leg, my leg, while holding [Resident 1's] left leg. I speak
a bit of (in the resident's native language). CNA 3 stated CNA 3 saw a chair used by CNA 2 by the door in
Resident 1's room.
During a concurrent interview and concurrent record review on 3/26/2025 at 3:21 PM with RNS, RNS
stated, a 1:1 sitter is one staff that only takes care of one patient for a resident who tries to get out of bed
unassisted, has periods of confusion or disorientation. RNS stated the 1:1 sitter should sit, About 5 feet
away from the resident, but no more than that. As long as the sitter can stop the
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Ocean Park Healthcare
2828 Pico Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90405
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F 0689
Level of Harm - Actual harm
patient from getting out of bed to prevent from falling. RNS stated a sitter can have more than one patient
(resident) to care for if the residents are in the same room, Depends on the acuity (the severity and
complexity of a patient's condition, or their need for care and resources) of the patient. Some patients only
stay in bed.
Residents Affected - Few
The facility nursing assignment sheet dated 3/02/2025 for the 11 PM to 7 AM shift was reviewed with RNS.
The facility nursing assignment sheet indicated CNA 2 was assigned as a 1:1 sitter for Resident 1 and
Resident 5. RNS stated I think it's because (CNA 2 assigned as a sitter for Resident 1 and Resident 5) the
patients were in the same room. Both patients were sleeping at night most of the time. RNS stated the main
responsibility of a 1:1 sitter is to make sure the resident is safe .prevent from falling, not getting up at night
without assistance. The Sitter Log Sheet for March 2025 for the 11 Pm to 7 AM was also reviewed with
RNS. RNS stated that a Sitter Log Sheet is a log of what the patient is doing during the time sitter is caring
for them. If awake, asleep, in bed, up in wheelchair. RNS stated CNA 2 should have documented the date
and time Resident 1 fell. RNS stated, Yes, not only that, but the sitter also (CNA 2) should report to the
charge nurse (LVN 1) right away. RNS stated, resident may have some injury .fracture some bones .
During a concurrent interview and concurrent record review on 3/26/2025 at 3:55 PM with the DON, the
DON stated a 1:1 sitter was a staff that is designated to stay or be with one resident. To make sure that
there is somebody that closely checking or monitor the residents. The DON stated Resident 1 needed 1:1
sitter to make sure there is someone to assist Resident 1 whenever Resident 1 needs to ambulate . The
DON stated Resident 1 is unstable on the feet and is restless at times. DON stated, a 1:1 sitter should be
close enough to the resident where they can help the resident right away . within arm's length . the sitter
should be within arm's length. The facility nursing assignment dated 3/02/2025 for the 11 PM to 7 AM shift
was reviewed with the DON. The DON did not know why CNA 2 was assigned as a 1:1 sitter for Resident 1
and Resident 5. The DON stated, from what I know, 1:1 cannot be assigned to anyone else, one CNA to
one patient (resident). The Sitter Log Sheet for March 2025 was reviewed with the DON. The DON stated,
the Sitter Log Sheet is to account for what happens to a resident during that shift and day. The DON stated
assisting Resident 1 to the floor by CNA 2, is considered a fall, it is an assisted fall. The DON stated if a fall
incident is not reported, We can delay treatment .for fracture. Or delay identifying resident's needs. We
would have missed something for [Resident 1] that needed to be assessed because we did not know it (fall)
happened. The DON stated assigning CNA 2 as a sitter to Resident 1 and Resident 5, can result in one of
the residents to not be closely monitored, result in accidents for the residents, and the residents' needs will
not be attended to in a timely manner.
A review of the facility policy and procedures (P&P - policy explains the rules and presents them in a logical
framework while procedures outline the step-by-step implementation of various tasks) titled Falls-Clinical
Protocol reviewed on 3/29/2024, indicated, resident may require 1:1 sitter as recommended by the IDT
members and sitters will .complete the sitter log provided to them .
A review of the facility P&P titled Assessing Falls and Their Causes reviewed on 3/29/2024 indicated, when
a resident falls to notify the nursing supervisor on duty.
A review of the facility P&P titled Safety and Supervision of Residents reviewed date on 3/29/2024,
indicated, employees shall .demonstrate competency on how to identify and report .avoidable accidents.
Resident supervision is the core component of the facility's approach to safety.
A review of the facility P&P titled Falls and Fall Risk, Managing, review on 3/29/2024, indicated,
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Ocean Park Healthcare
2828 Pico Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90405
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F 0689
Level of Harm - Actual harm
Cognitive impairment (trouble participating in conversations), lower extremity weakness, incontinence, and
balance and gait disorders (difficulties with maintaining balance and walking leading to unsteadiness,
increased risk of falls, and altered walking patterns) were factors that may contribute to residents' risk of
falls.
Residents Affected - Few
A review of the facility P&P titled Care Giver/Sitter reviewed on 3/29/2024, indicated, Caregiver/sitter must
report changes in a resident condition to the nurse supervisor/charge nurse immediately, and the facility's
staff may serve as a caregiver/sitter when approved by the DON or facility care team.
A review of the facility P&P titled Sitter Responsibilities/Accountabilities reviewed on 3/29/2024, indicated,
Caregiver/sitter should be able to supervise residents, and to report any unusual occurrence to the charge
nurse.
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
555786
If continuation sheet
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