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Inspection visit

Health inspection

HANSFORD COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT DBA LAKERIDGE NUCMS #6758531 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

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

F 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** 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 3 of 3 residents (Resident #1, Resident #2 and #3) reviewed for infection control.1. CNA A failed to change gloves when going from dirty to clean when providing incontinence care for Residents #1, #2, and #3. These failures could place residents at risk for cross contamination and infection. The findings include: Resident #1 Record review of the admission record for Resident #1, dated 09/05/25 revealed a [AGE] year-old male who was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with the following diagnoses: cerebral palsy (a group of permanent movement disorders that affect brain-controlled muscle functions), schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type (mental health disorder) and anemia (not enough red blood cells to carry oxygen throughout the body). Record review of the quarterly MDS assessment for Resident #1, dated 08/27/25 revealed Resident #1 was always incontinent of bladder and bowels. Record review of the current care plan for Resident #1, last reviewed on 06/27/25, revealed there was a focus area: Bladder/Bowel Incontinence: I have bowel and bladder incontinence. During an observation on 09/05/25 at 11:30 AM, CNA A provided incontinence care and catheter care for Resident #1 with the help of CNA B. CNA A and CNA B washed their hands with soap and water and put on a clean pair of gloves. CNA A then unfastened the brief for Resident #1 and began cleaning his groin area with wipes. Resident #1 was turned on his side and CNA A removed the old brief. CNA A then wiped Resident #1's buttocks and placed a clean brief under Resident #1. CNA A secured the new brief and pulled up Resident #1's pants with the help of CNA B. CNA A then removed her gloves and used hand sanitizer to clean her hands. CNA A did not change her gloves and perform hand hygiene before going from dirty to clean during the procedure. Resident #2 Record review of the admission record for Resident #2, dated 09/05/25 revealed a [AGE] year-old male who was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with the following diagnoses: atherosclerotic heart disease (thickening or hardening of the arteries) dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), and aphasia (a language disorder that makes it difficult to communicate). Record review of the quarterly MDS assessment for Resident #2, dated 08/17/25, revealed Resident #2 was always incontinent of bladder and bowels. Record review of the current care plan for Resident #2, last reviewed on 09/04/25, revealed there was a focus area: [Resident #2] has bladder incontinence r/t history of UTI (Urinary Tract Infection). During an observation on 09/05/25 at 11:00 AM, CNA A provided incontinence care for Resident #2 with the help of CNA B. CNA A and CNA B washed their hands with soap and water and put on clean gloves. CNA A then unfastened Resident #2's brief and cleansed his groin with wipes. Resident #2 was turned on his side and CNA A wiped his buttocks with wipes. CNA A then removed the dirty brief and placed a clean brief under Resident #2 without changing her gloves. CNA A then secured Resident #2's brief and pulled his pants up. CNA A then transferred Resident #2 to Residents Affected - Some (continued on next page) Any deficiency statement ending with an asterisk (*) denotes a deficiency which the institution may be excused from correcting providing it is determined that other safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days following the date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14 days following the date these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued program participation. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE TITLE (X6) DATE FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Facility ID: If continuation sheet Page 1 of 2 Event ID: 675853 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 675853 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 09/05/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Hansford County Hospital District Dba Lakeridge Nu 4403 74th St Lubbock, TX 79424 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 0880 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete his wheelchair and removed her gloves. CNA A then used hand sanitizer to cleanse her hands. CNA A did not change her gloves and perform hand hygiene before going from dirty to clean during the procedure. Resident #3 Record review of the admission record for Resident #3, dated 09/05/25 revealed a [AGE] year-old male who was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with the following diagnoses: cerebral palsy (a group of permanent movement disorders that affect brain-controlled muscle functions), strabismus (crossed eyes or squint), and mild intellectual disabilities. Record review of the comprehensive MDS assessment for Resident #3, dated 07/30/25, revealed Resident #3 was frequently incontinent of bladder and always incontinent of bowels. Record review of the current care plan for Resident #3, last reviewed on 09/04/25, revealed there was a focus area: [Resident #3] has bowel and bladder incontinence. During an observation on 09/05/25 at 11:45 AM, CNA A provided incontinence care for Resident #3 with the help of CNA B. CNA A and CNA B washed their hands with soap and water and put on clean gloves. CNA A pulled down Resident #3's shorts and then unfastened Resident #3's brief. CNA A then cleansed Resident #3's groin with wipes. CNA A then removed Resident #3's old brief and then wiped his buttocks with wipes. CNA A placed a clean brief under Resident #3. CNA A secured Resident #3's brief and pulled up Resident #3's shorts. CNA A then transferred Resident #3 to his wheelchair. CNA A then removed her gloves and used hand sanitizer to cleanse her hands. CNA A did not change her gloves and perform hand hygiene before going from dirty to clean during the procedure. During an interview on 09/05/25 at 11:53 AM, CNA A stated she had received training regarding changing her gloves and performing hand hygiene when going from dirty to clean during a procedure. CNA A stated she could not remember the last time she was trained for incontinence care and infection control. CNA A stated she did not change her gloves and perform hand hygiene when going from dirty to clean because she did not think about it. CNA A stated the residents had an increased risk for UTI's and germs. During an interview on 09/05/25 at 11:54 AM, the DON stated she expected the staff to change their gloves and perform hand hygiene when going from dirty to clean when providing care to a resident. The DON stated she did not remember when the last training was for incontinence care/infection control and stated the staff were scheduled to be trained that month regarding infection control. The DON stated CNA A usually did transport for the facility but would get pulled to the floor if a CNA called in. The DON stated a potential negative outcome to the residents was possible infections or UTI's. During an interview on 09/05/25 at 2:35 PM, the Admin stated she expected the staff to change their gloves when going from dirty to clean when providing care. The Admin stated CNA A probably was not paying attention or was nervous and that was why she forgot to change her gloves and perform hand hygiene when going from dirty to clean. The Admin stated CNA A was usually the van driver for the facility, but she was pulled to the floor because someone call in that day. The Admin stated CNA A was trained to change her gloves when going from dirty to clean. The Admin stated the residents had a potential negative outcome for spreading infection. Record review of the facility policy titled, Policies and Practices - Infection Control, with a revised date of October 2018 reflected the following: Policy Statement: This facility's infection control policies and practices are intended to facilitate maintaining a safe, sanitary and comfortable environment and to help prevent and manage transmission of diseases and infections. Event ID: Facility ID: 675853 If continuation sheet Page 2 of 2

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Citations

1 citation recorded*CMS

What do CMS severity letters mean?

Serious (G-L). Actual harm to a resident, or immediate jeopardy. Codes G through I indicate actual harm; J through L indicate immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.

General (A-F). No actual harm found, or harm that is minimal. The facility must still submit a Plan of Correction. Most CMS citations land here.

Each letter combines severity with scope: how many residents the deficiency affected.

  • 0880GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    F880 - Infection Control

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the September 5, 2025 survey of HANSFORD COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT DBA LAKERIDGE NU?

This was a inspection survey of HANSFORD COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT DBA LAKERIDGE NU on September 5, 2025. The surveyor cited 1 deficiency, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at HANSFORD COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT DBA LAKERIDGE NU on September 5, 2025?

Yes, 1 deficiency was cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program."

What type of survey was this?

This was a inspection survey conducted by state surveyors under federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) oversight. Findings are published on CMS Care Compare.

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