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 ensure the resident's right to formulate an advance
directive for one (Resident #12) of twenty-five residents reviewed, in that:Resident #12's OOH-DNR was
witnessed by two unqualified witnesses and was therefore invalid. This deficient practice could place
residents at risk of having their end of life wishes dishonored, and of having CPR performed against their
wishes.The findings were:Record review of Resident #12's facesheet, dated [DATE], revealed the resident
was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including: unspecified dementia, acute kidney failure,
and generalized anxiety disorder.Record review of Resident #12's Quarterly MDS, dated [DATE], revealed a
BIMS score of 3 which indicated severe cognitive impairment.Record review of Resident #12's care plan,
dated [DATE], revealed, Resident is a DNR.Record review of Resident #12's OOH-DNR, dated [DATE],
revealed Witness #1 was the facility's Director of Human Resources and Witness #2 was the facility's
Business Office Director.During an interview with DON and Administrator on [DATE] at 10:25 a.m., the
DON and Administrator confirmed the witnesses for Resident #12's OOH-DNR form were the facility's
Director of Human Resources and the facility's Business Office Director, and acknowledged neither were
considered qualified witnesses. Record review of the Texas Health and Human Services webpage titled,
Out of Hospital Do Not Resuscitate Program, updated [DATE], revealed, Completing the Texas Out of
Hospital Do Not Resuscitate Form: When Using Two Witnesses. Witness one is a qualified witness and may
not be:. An officer, director, partner, or business office employee of a health care facility in which the patient
is being cared for or any parent organization of the health care facility. Further review revealed, Frequently
Asked Questions for DNR: What happens if the form is not filled out correctly or EMS has doubts about any
of the information? Health professionals can refuse to honor a DNR if they think: The form is not signed
twice by all who need to sign it or is filled out incorrectly.Record review of the Texas Health and Safety Code
Title 2 Health, Subtitle H Public Health Provisions, Chapter 166 Advance Directives, Section 166.083 Form
of Out-Of-Hospital DNR order, effective [DATE], revealed, (a) A written out-of-hospital DNR order shall be in
the standard form specified by department rule as recommended by the department. (b) The standard form
of an out-of-hospital DNR order specified by department rule must, at a minimum, contain the following: .
(13) a statement at the bottom of the document, with places for the signature of each person executing the
document, that the document has been properly completed.
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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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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675095
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/16/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Hallettsville Nursing and Rehabilitation
825 W Fairwinds
Hallettsville, TX 77964
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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F 0656
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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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
interview and record review, the facility failed to develop and implement a comprehensive person-centered
care plan for 1 of 25 (Residents #8 and #64) residents reviewed for comprehensive care plans, in that:
1.Resident #8's care plan did not include his diet. 2.The facility failed to revise a care plan to address
Resident #64's insulin usage. These deficient practices could result in residents' needs not being identified
and addressed. The findings were: 1.Record review of Resident #8's face sheet, dated 01/15/2026,
revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including: unspecified fracture of
right femur, unspecified atrial fibrillation, and essential primary hypertension. Record review of Resident
#8's admission MDS, dated [DATE], revealed a BIMS score of 11 which indicated moderate cognitive
impairment. Further review revealed Mechanically altered diet - require change in texture of food or liquids
(e.g., pureed food, thickened liquids). Record review of Resident #8's clinical record as of 01/15/2026,
revealed a diet order, dated 12/10/2025, Regular diet, Pureed texture, Regular Liquids. Record review of
Resident #8's care plan, as of 01/15/2026, revealed his diet was not addressed in the care plan. During an
interview with LVN MDS A on 01/15/26 at 4:00 pm MDS LVN A confirmed Resident #8's diet order should
have been addressed in his care plan so that he received the correct diet as ordered by his physician.
2.Record review of Resident #64's face sheet, dated 1/15/26, revealed an [AGE] year old male with an
admission date of 5/16/25 with diagnoses that included: unspecified dementia (a condition of cognitive
decline that impairs daily life), primary hypertension (a condition of high blood pressure) and type 2
diabetes (a condition in which the body has trouble controlling the blood sugar). Record review of
Resident's #64's quarterly MDS assessment, dated 11/2/25, revealed a BIMS score of 8 which indicated
moderate cognitive impairment. Record review of Resident #64's Physician's orders initiated on 9/22/25 and
revised on 11/14/25 revealed an order for Lantus subcutaneous solution-100 unit ML - inject 25 unit
subcutaneous. Record review of Resident #64's ongoing care plan initiated on 5/16/25 revealed that the
Resident's insulin's use was not documented in the care plan. During an interview on 1/15/26 at 3:50pm
MDS LVN A and RN B stated Resident #64's insulin's use was not documented on his current care plan.
MDS LVN A and RN B stated having the insulin use on the care plan was important for care staff to be
aware of the resident's care needs so that the needs are met. Record review of the facility policy,
Comprehensive Care Plans, dated 10/24/2022, revealed, It is the policy of this facility to develop and
implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan for each resident.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
675095
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/16/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Hallettsville Nursing and Rehabilitation
825 W Fairwinds
Hallettsville, TX 77964
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0657
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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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
interviews and record reviews the facility failed to review and revise a comprehensive person-centered care
plan for each resident, consistent with the resident rights, that included measurable objectives and
timeframes to meet a resident's medical, nursing, and mental and psychosocial needs that were identified
in the comprehensive assessment for 1 of 24 residents (Resident #4) reviewed for care plans, in
that:Resident #4's care plan incorrected noted that the resident received tube feeding as well as food by
mouth.This failure could have placed residents at risk of not having their needs identified and met.The
findings were:Record review of Resident #4's face sheet, dated 01/16/2026, revealed the resident was
admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including: dysphagia, unspecified convulsions, and
unspecified intellectual disabilities.Record review of Resident #4's Significant Change MDS, dated [DATE],
revealed the resident was rarely/never understood and a staff assessment for mental status was conducted
which indicated both long and short term memory problems. Further review revealed the resident had a
feeding tube.Record review of Resident #4's order summary, dated 01/16/2026, revealed aa active diet
order, dated 12/02/2025, NPO diet NPO texture, NPO (Nothing by Mouth).Record review of Resident #4's
clinical record as of 01/16/2026, revealed a discontinued diet order, food in bowls. was in place from
02/20/2025 to 11/19/2025.Record review of Resident #4's care plan, revised 12/04/2025, revealed, The
resident requires tube feeding.[related to] Dysphagia. Further review revealed a revision dated 09/29/2025,
Diet: Regular diet, Pureed texture, Nectar Thickened Liquids consistency- food in bowls, maroon spoon-1/2
teaspoon/no straws, double handled cup with lid for all liquids. Resident prefers her plate to be left on the
serving tray while eating her meal.During an interview with LVN MDS A on 01/15/26 at 4:00 pm MDS LVN A
confirmed Resident #4's current diet order was nothing by mouth, the resident received all liquids and
nutrition via tube feeding, and that Resident #4's discontinued order from 09/29/2025 should not have
continued to be included in the resident's care plan.Record review of the facility's policy titled Care Plan
Revisions Upon Status Change dated 10/24/22 revealed that The care plan will be updated with the new or
modified interventions.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
675095
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/16/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Hallettsville Nursing and Rehabilitation
825 W Fairwinds
Hallettsville, TX 77964
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0690
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate
catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure incontinent care was
provided in accordance with appropriate treatment and service practices to prevent urinary tract infections
and to restore continence to the extent possible for 1 of 2 residents (Resident #22) reviewed for incontinent
care, in that: The facility failed to ensure, while providing incontinent care for Resident #22, CNA C used a
front to back motion to clean Resident #22's buttocks. These deficient practices could place residents
at-risk for infection and skin break down due to improper care practices.The findings were: Record review of
Resident #22's face sheet, dated 01/15/2026, revealed an admission date of 09/16/2025, and a
readmission date of 01/02/2026, with diagnoses that included: Dementia (decline in cognitive abilities),
Hyperlipidemia (Elevated level of any or all lipids(fat) in the blood), and Hypertension (High blood pressure).
Record review of Resident #22's Quarterly MDS assessment, dated 01/06/2026, revealed a BIMS score of
0, which indicated the resident was severely impaired cognitively, and was indicated to be frequently
incontinent of bowel and bladder. Observation on 01/15/2026 at 10:10 a.m. revealed while providing
incontinent care for Resident #22, CNA C used a back to front motion to wipe Resident #22's buttocks.
During an interview with CNA C on 10/15/2019 at 10:24 a.m., CNA C stated she used a back to front
motion to wipe Resident #22's buttocks. She stated she thought she was using the right motion. She stated
she received incontinent care and infection control training within the year. During an interview with the
DON on 01/15/2026 at 3:30 p.m., the DON confirmed that during incontinent care the staff must use a front
to back motion to clean the resident to precent fecal matter entering the urinary stream and prevent urinary
infection. Review of facility's CNA/NA competency skills checklist, dated 02/04/2025, revealed CNA C met
competency for infection control and incontinent care. Record review of facility's policy titled Perineal care
dated 10/24/2022, revealed, Cleanse buttocks and anus, front to back.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
675095
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/16/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Hallettsville Nursing and Rehabilitation
825 W Fairwinds
Hallettsville, TX 77964
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0759
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
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 ensure it was free of a medication error rate of
five percent (5%) or greater. A total of 6 errors out of 36 opportunities were observed, resulting in a 16.67%
error rate for 1 of 3 residents (Resident #33) reviewed during medication pass, in that: Medication Aide E
failed to administer Resident #33's medications at the correct time. These deficient practices could place
residents at risk for not receiving the intended therapeutic benefits of their medications and exacerbation of
their medical conditions.The findings were: Record review of Resident #33's face sheet, dated 01/15/2026,
revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE], with diagnoses that
included: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (high level of sugar in the blood), Hyperlipidemia (Elevated level of any or
all lipids(fat) in the blood), Dementia (decline in cognitive abilities), Chronic kidney disease (gradual loss of
kidney function), Hypertension (High blood pressure), Hemiplegia (Paralysis of one side of the body).
Record review of Resident #33's consolidated physicians' orders for January 2026 revealed orders for
Carvedilol Oral Tablet 3.125 MG (Carvedilol) Give 1 tablet by mouth two times a day related to ESSENTIAL
(PRIMARY) HYPERTENSION (I10) hold if systolic bp is less than 100, Docusate Sodium Capsule 100 MG
Give 1 capsule by mouth two times a day for constipation, metFORMIN HCl Oral Tablet 500 MG (Metformin
HCl) Give 1 tablet by mouth two times a day related to TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS WITHOUT
COMPLICATIONS, Sertraline HCl Oral Tablet 100 MG (Sertraline HCl) Give 1 tablet by mouth two times a
day for depression, busPIRone HCl Oral Tablet 10 MG (Buspirone HCl) Give 1 tablet by mouth three times
a day for anxiety and HydrOXYzine HCl Tablet 10 MG Give 2 tablet by mouth four times a day for anxiety
give two 10 mg tablets to equal 20 mg. Record review of the MAR dated January 2026, indicated Carvedilol
Oral Tablet 3.125 MG (Carvedilol) Give 1 tablet by mouth two times a day related to ESSENTIAL
(PRIMARY) HYPERTENSION (I10) hold if systolic bp is less than 100, Docusate Sodium Capsule 100 MG
Give 1 capsule by mouth two times a day for constipation, metFORMIN HCl Oral Tablet 500 MG (Metformin
HCl) Give 1 tablet by mouth two times a day related to TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS WITHOUT
COMPLICATIONS, Sertraline HCl Oral Tablet 100 MG (Sertraline HCl) Give 1 tablet by mouth two times a
day for depression, busPIRone HCl Oral Tablet 10 MG (Buspirone HCl) Give 1 tablet by mouth three times
a day for anxiety and HydrOXYzine HCl Tablet 10 MG Give 2 tablet by mouth four times a day for anxiety
give two 10 mg tablets to equal 20 mg. All medications were to be administered at 8:30 a.m. for the first
dose in the morning. Observation on 01/15/2026 at 11:50 a.m. revealed Medication Aide E administered
Carvedilol, Docusate sodium, Metformin, Sertraline, Buspirone, and Hydroxyzine to Resident #33. The 6
medications were scheduled for 8:30 a.m., the medications were given more than 2 hours late. During an
interview on 01/15/2026 at 12:15 p.m., the Medication Aide E confirmed she had administered the 6
medications scheduled for 8:30 a.m. at 11:50 a.m. to Resident #33. She stated the medications were 2
hours late and out of the one hour before or after time frame. During an interview on 01/15/2026 at 3:30
p.m., the DON stated medications must be administered within one hour before or after their prescribed
times. Review of facility's policy, titled Medication Administration, dated 10/24/2022, revealed Administer
with 60 minutes prior to or after scheduled time unless otherwise ordered by physician.
Residents Affected - Some
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AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
675095
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/16/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Hallettsville Nursing and Rehabilitation
825 W Fairwinds
Hallettsville, TX 77964
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0812
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
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Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve
food in accordance with professional standards.
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to store, prepare, distribute, and serve
food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety in one of one kitchen reviewed for
sanitation. 1. The facility failed to clean an approximate 2x2 ft ceiling vent in the main kitchen area. 2. The
facility failed to replace a light bulb in the main kitchen area. 3. The facility failed to clean an approximate
6x5 inch ceiling vent and paint several areas of missing paint in the food storage room. 4. The facility failed
to clean an approximate 1x1 ft ceiling vent in the dish-room. 5. The facility failed to clean an approximate
6x6 inch ceiling vent in the employee's bathroom. 6.-The facility failed to clean an approximate 1 ft in
parameter size ceiling vent in the Dietary Manager's office. These failures could place residents at risk for
food borne illness. The findings included: 1-Observation on 1/13/26 from 9:9:55-10:25 a.m., with the Dietary
Manager revealed:a-there was an approximate 2x2ft ceiling air vent in the main kitchen area that had dust
and dirt in the vent slots.b-there was an overhead light in the main kitchen area that did not turn on.c-there
was an approximate 6x5 inch ceiling air vent that had dust and dirt in the vent slots in the food storage
room.d-there were several areas of missing paint on the ceiling in the food storage room. e-there was an
approximate 1x1 ft ceiling air vent that had dust and dirt in the vent slots in the employee bathroom
andf-there was an approximate 1 ft in parameter ceiling air vent in the Dietary Manager's office that had
dust and dirt in the vent slots. During an interview on 1/13/26 at 10:20 a.m., with the Dietary Manager and
Administrator, the Dietary Manager stated she had not placed a work order for the observed areas that
needed cleaning or repair. The Administrator stated that dust and dirt could affect the food preparation
surfaces in the kitchen. Record review of the Food Code, U.S. Public Health Service, U.S. FDA, 2022, U.S.
Department of H&HS, revealed: 3-305.11, Food Storage, (A) Food shall be protected from contamination by
storing the food: (1) in a clean, dry location; (2) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other
contamination. Record review of the facility policy, Sanitation, revised January 2024, revealed, The food
service area shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary manner. I. Ice machines and ice storage containers
will be drained, cleaned, and sanitized per manufacturer's instructions and facility policy. The Food Services
Manager will be responsible for scheduling staff for regular cleaning of kitchen and dining areas. Food
service staff will be trained to maintain cleanliness throughout their work areas during all tasks, and to
clean after each task before proceeding to the next assignment.Record review of the facility's policy
titled-Cleaning-Keeping the Floors, Walls, and Ceilings Clean dated 7/10/20 revealed Floors, walls, and
ceiling must be free of dirt, letter, and moisture. Record review of the facility policy titled General Kitchen
Sanitation dated 10/1/18 revealed Clean non-food-contact surfaces of equipment at intervals as necessary
to keep them free of dust, dirt, and food particles and otherwise in a clean and sanitary condition. Record
review of the facility policy titled General Kitchen Safety Guidelines dated 10/2018 revealed Keep all
equipment in working order and report any malfunctioning to the Maintenance Department.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
675095
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/16/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Hallettsville Nursing and Rehabilitation
825 W Fairwinds
Hallettsville, TX 77964
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0880
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to establish and maintain an infection
prevention and control program designed to provide a safe, sanitary and comfortable environment and to
help prevent the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections for 1 of 6
residents (Resident #22) observed for infection control, in that: The facility failed to ensure, while providing
incontinent care for Resident #22, CNA D sanitized her hands after touching part of the resident's
environment. This deficient practice could place residents who receive assistance with personal care at risk
for infection due to improper care practices.The findings were: Record review of Resident #22's face sheet,
dated 01/15/2026, revealed an admission date of 09/16/2025, and a readmission date of 01/02/2026, with
diagnoses that included: Dementia (decline in cognitive abilities), Hyperlipidemia (Elevated level of any or
all lipids(fat) in the blood), and Hypertension (High blood pressure). Record review of Resident #22's
Quarterly MDS assessment, dated 01/06/2026, revealed a BIMS score of 0, which indicated the resident
was severely impaired cognitively, required extensive assistance with her activities of daily living, and was
indicated to be frequently incontinent of bowel and bladder. Record review of Resident #22's care plan,
dated 10/27/2025, revealed a problem of The resident has bowel incontinence r/t immobility, and an
intervention of Provide pericare after each incontinent episode. Observation on 01/15/2026 at 10:10 a.m.,
revealed while providing incontinent care for Resident #22, CNA D washed her hands, then with her bare
hands touched Resident #22's bed and the bed remote. CNA D put her gloves on but did not sanitize her
hands before she started providing care for Resident #22. During an interview on 01/15/2026 at 10:24 a.m.,
CNA D stated she did not sanitize her hands before putting her gloves on and did not think about the bed
and bed remote being possibly contaminated. She stated she should have washed or sanitize her hands
prior to putting her gloves on and before she stated the care for the resident, CNA D stated she received
infection control training within a year. During an interview on 01/15/2026 at 3:30 p.m., the DON, she stated
the environment around a resident was considered contaminated and staff should wash or sanitize their
hands prior to provide care to a resident, to prevent cross contamination and prevent infection for the
resident. She stated the staff was trained at least once a year on infection control Review of facility's policy,
titled Hand hygiene, dated 10/24/2022, revealed The use of glove does not replace hand hygiene. If your
task require gloves, perform hand hygiene prior to donning gloves, and immediately after removing gloves.
Residents Affected - Few
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No. 0938-0391
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
675095
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/16/2026
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Hallettsville Nursing and Rehabilitation
825 W Fairwinds
Hallettsville, TX 77964
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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 0921
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and
the public.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observations, interviews, and record reviews, the facility failed to provide a safe, functional, sanitary, and
comfortable environment for residents, staff, and the public on 1 of 6 resident hallways (Hallway 500) and 2
of 5 shower rooms (Hallways 100 and 200), and the laundry room reviewed for environmental concerns.
The facility failed to:1-replace a light bulb in room [ROOM NUMBER]'s bathroom.2-clean a ceiling vent and
repair missing ceiling paint in hallway 100's shower room.3-replace a bathroom sink light bulb in hallway
200's shower room.4-clean a ceiling vent and replace an overhead light bulb in the laundry room. These
failures could place residents and staff at risk of a diminished quality of life due to exposure to an
environment that is unpleasant, unsanitary, and unsafe. The findings included: Observation rounds on
1/15/26 from 7:40-7:50am with the Administrator and Maintenance Director revealed the following: a-A
bath-room sink light did not turn on in room [ROOM NUMBER] on Hallway 500. b-A 6 inch ceiling vent had
dust and dirt on the vents and there was an approximate 6x2 inch section of missing ceiling paint in the
shower room on hallway# 100. c- A sink overhead light that did not turn on in the shower room on Hallway#
200.d-An approximate 10 inch ceiling vent had dust and dirt on the vents and an approximate 10x2 inch
ceiling light that did not turn on in the laundry room. During an interview on 1/15/26 at 7:55am with the
Administrator and Maintenance Director the Maintenance Director stated that the facility used the TELS
work order system to notify him of needed repairs. The Maintenance Director stated that he had not been
notified of the observed areas that needed repair. The Administrator stated that completing the repairs of
the observed areas would be necessary for general maintenance of the facility. Record review of facility
work orders dated 12/15/25-1/15/25 revealed that the observed areas that needed repair were not included.
Record review of the undated facility document titled What is TELS revealed the facility had a protocol for
staff to create work orders for facility maintenance purposes.
Event ID:
Facility ID:
675095
If continuation sheet
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