F 0600
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment,
and neglect by anybody.
Level of Harm - Actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observations, interviews and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents had the right to be free
from abuse, neglect, and exploitation for one (Resident #1) of 3 residents reviewed for abuse. The facility
failed to protect Resident #1 from being abused by CNA A, who, through video-footage, was observed to be
physically rough with Resident #1 during incontinent care, was verbally aggressive, and had struck
Resident #1 across the forehead. The noncompliance was identified as PNC. The PNC began on [DATE]
and ended on [DATE]. The facility had corrected the noncompliance before the investigation began. This
failure could result in resident abuse, psychosocial harm, and physical injuries.Findings included:Record
review of Resident #1's admission record dated [DATE] revealed an 82- year-old female with an Initial
admission Date of [DATE] and re-admission date of [DATE]. Resident #1 had the following diagnoses: Other
Lack of Coordination (primary diagnosis), Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, subsequent
encounter for closed fracture with routine healing, Alzheimer's disease, anxiety disorder, and need for
assistance with personal care. Advance Directive; DNR. Record Review of Resident #1's Care Plan
undated revealed: Admit to SNF D/T self care deficit, will optimize the autonomy and independence of this
resident to safely preform self care activities. assist as needed in aspects of self care that are problematic
to resident. Electronic Monitoring Electronic Monitoring /Camera in room per resident and family request managed by family R/T resident dignity will be maintained and protected through next AEB no documented
or reported breach to provision of resident dignity. care will be met and uninterrupted via camera use. keep
sign posted at all times on door of room regarding electronic monitoring. Resident has an ADL self-care
performance deficit r/t Dementia, BATHING: Resident requires assistance with bathingBED MOBILITY:
Resident requires assistance with bed mobility.DRESSING: Resident requires assistance with
dressing.Record review of Quarterly Minimum Data Set, dated [DATE] revealed; BIMS score of 99 (resident
was unable to completed the interview). Section GG- Functional Abilities E- Shower/bathe selfSubstantial/maximal assistance F. upper body dressing-Substantial/maximal assistance; G Lower body
dressing- Mobility: A. Roll left and right-Dependent-Helper doe ALL of the effort. Substantial/Maximal
assistance Record review of resident #1's order Summary Report dated [DATE]-[DATE] revealed; Skull 3v/
Hand Rt 2v sent for imaging [DATE] 12:12 PM CT one time only related to Pain Unspecified wi/c patient.
Psychological Services, ordered [DATE]. Review of the facility's provider investigation report, dated [DATE],
revealed Resident #1's family member witnessed CNA A, the alleged perpetrator, striking Resident #1 in
the face while providing ADL care. Resident was found with bruising on right hand measuring 4.6 x 2.5 x
0.1 cm. There was mild swelling to the left side of the face. Results of x-ray for left side of the face came
back cleared. CNA A was removed from the facility and the agency company was contacted. Safe rounds
were performed on all residents under CNA A's care. All residents reported feeling safe. The family,
physician, ombudsman, and police were all notified. Review of in-room
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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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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
675891
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/30/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Bridgeport Medical Lodge
2108 15th Street
Bridgeport, TX 76426
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0600
Level of Harm - Actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
video, undated, revealed a 40 second clip which showed Resident #1 lying in bed with mechanical lift sling
under her body, CNA A standing next to the bed. CNA A rolled Resident #1 away from her (Resident #1 is
on her left side) toward the wall and adjusted her pants. CNA A then rolled Resident #1 back towards her
(Resident #1 is being rolled back to her right side) grabbed her wrist and pulled her over. At 0:13 seconds
CNA A was heard saying Save those fake-ass tears, you weren't trying to cry before you hit me. CNA A was
observed lifting Resident #1's head up and adjusting the nightgown. At 0:21 seconds, Resident #1 was
lying in bed with top part of her body exposed, CNA A used a body wipe to clean under the right armpit and
crossed over Resident #1's body to wipe left armpit area. At 0:33 seconds, CNA A lifted Resident #1's head
to place shirt over head when Resident #1 used her left hand to hit CNA A on her right forearm. CNA A
then used her right hand and hit Resident #1 on the left side of her forehead (audible sound of hand
making contact with flesh) and said Stop. Video ends at 0:40 seconds. Interview with Resident #1 could not
be conducted. Resident #1 had expired, unrelated to the incident, on [DATE].Attempted interview on [DATE]
at 2:14 PM, with CNA A revealed no answer to phone call to last known number, voicemail left with call
back number. Interview on [DATE] at 2:18 PM, the Agency Director revealed, CNA A was not an employee
but an independent contractor with his agency. Her access to the platform was removed on [DATE]. She
was disqualified from accepting any positions. Background checks and abuse/neglect training was verified
by agency. Interview on [DATE] at 4:10 PM, the DON revealed she was notified of the alleged abuse of
Resident #1 via a call from the resident's family member. The family member informed both the
Administrator and the DON on [DATE] that when he reviewed the footage from the electronic monitor in
Resident #1's room, he observed CNA A strike Resident #1 in the face while providing assistance with ADL
care. The DON stated that CNA A was scheduled to work on [DATE] from 6:00 AM-2:00 PM but clocked out
early stating she had stomach issues and became incontinent at work. There was no prior care concerns
related to CNA A. She stated the facility then started an abuse investigation that resulted in a confirmed
finding. Safe rounds was performed on all residents under CNA A's care along with abuse in-service of
staff. The Administrator and DON provided in-services related to employee burn out and stress. The DON
said on Monday's and Friday's she checks in with staff to inquire if they are feeling overwhelmed. She
stated that once a week, spot checks are conducted. The facility initiated a stop and watch form that allows
staff members to fill out and report to administration. If they feel, a coworker is suspected of abuse or
neglect.Interview on [DATE] at 10:00 AM, the Administrator revealed CNA A was an agency staff without
any prior resident complaints or concerns. He stated he became aware of the incident when notified by
Resident #1's family member. Staff member CNA A exited the building prior to knowledge of the incident,
facility investigation initiated responsible parties were notified, in-service staff for abuse and staff burnout
were initiated. Administrator conducted a meeting with agency director to ensure that future agency staff
members come highly recommended.Interview on [DATE] at 2:38 PM, CNA B revealed she worked with
CNA A and did not suspect abuse of any residents. She stated that CNA A had family issues with her
grandchildren and had to finically provide for them. She stated that if she suspected abuse or neglect, she
would report it to the administrator immediately. Interview on [DATE] at 1:27 PM with agency CNA C
revealed she had a cheat sheet that helps with the resident's care: Report abuse to the nurse or
administrator immediately. She stated she had worked a lot of shifts and had been trained on abuse and
neglect. She was able to name the types of neglect and abuse. Interview on [DATE] at 2:33 PM with agency
LVN D revealed she was trained on abuse and neglect. She stated if she suspected abuse or neglect go
and report it to the administrator.it has to be investigated. Today ([DATE]) was her first day working in this
building. Interview on [DATE] at 3:06 with LVN
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No. 0938-0391
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
675891
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/30/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Bridgeport Medical Lodge
2108 15th Street
Bridgeport, TX 76426
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 0600
Level of Harm - Actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
E revealed he had worked with CNA A before and did not suspect abuse or neglect. He was able to name
types of abuse and signs of neglect. Interview on [DATE] at 2:58 PM- with CNA A revealed she did not call
prior because she was waiting on the advice of her lawyer. She stated this was a last-minute shift, the day
of the incident. She stated she was at the hospital with her grandson who was on a ventilator and that her
husband was dead and she was the only one responsible for her bills, so she took the last-minute shift
because she needed the money. She stated she had stomach issues, maybe something she ate prior to
coming to work and she had diarrhea. CNA A stated she had worked with Resident #1 before. She stated
Resident #1 was swinging at her and CNA A stated she just blacked out. CNA A stated she knew Resident
#1 had a camera, due to the sign outside. CNA A stated she looked up and saw the camera and freaked
out. She stated she just panicked and unplugged the camera and then plugged it back in. She stated she
left afterwards and told the staffing coordinator that she messed her clothes and left. CNA A stated she
knew it was wrong, but she needed the money. She stated she never had issues before and she stated she
had been interviewed by the state before regarding abuse and neglect but not related to anything she did.
CNA A stated she had received abuse training from both the agency and the facility. She was able to name
the different types of abuse and stated suspicion of abuse was to be reported to the Administrator
immediately. Record Review of Portable X-Ray dated [DATE] revealed; SKULL 3V Findings; AP oblique and
lateral views of the skull demonstrate a diffuse osteoporosis. No skull fracture is present the bilateral orbits
are intact. The soft tissues are unremarkable. There is no radiopaque foreign body. Right Hand Rt 2V; AP,
lateral and oblique views of the right hand are submitted. The bones are osteoporotic. No acute dislocation
or fracture is visualized. There is no bony erosion or destruction. The mild-to-moderate osteoarthritis is
visualized in the 1st carpometacarpal joint. The soft tissues are unremarkable without radiopaque foreign
body. Record review of Criminal History Conviction Name Search Result dated [DATE] revealed, no
matching records for CNA A. Record review of Provider Detail Public Search dated [DATE] revealed CNA
A's NA Certification Status Active, Certificate Issue Date [DATE]. Initial Certificate Issue Date [DATE].
Certificate Expires [DATE] Record review of Employability Status Check Search Results dated [DATE] CNA
A revealed; Unemployable? NO. NAR Status Active. NAR; Active, Unemployable NO. MAR: Active
Unemployable NO. Record review of CNA A's Staffing Agency Training dated [DATE] revealed Test Name:
Abuse and Neglect (Child, Domestic, Elder) and Human Trafficking. Score 80% Record review of Agency
Facility orientation dated [DATE] revealed As an agency staff member, I understand and acknowledge that it
is my responsibility to provide quality of care consistent with resident's needs. Signed by CNA A.Record
review of a document titled, Other dated [DATE] at 12:44 PM revealed; Person Preparing Report: ADON
obtained a statement from CNA A I came in the morning not feeling well. As you can see in the video my
pants were already messed. I was not feeling well but I had already started getting her dressed so I figured
I should finish. I was frustrated and burnt out and needed a break. I lashed out on her and hit her then
noticed the camera and I unplugged it. I know I shouldn't have done it but I did and can not deny it ADON
asked CNA A Did you reach out to another CNA or charge nurse for support? CNA A stated no. I was ready
to go home I was sick. Record review of a document titled Other prepared by the ADON dated [DATE] at
12:44 PM revealed, at 12:47 PM family notified facility regarding findings on the in-room security camera.
Purple bruising noted to top of right hand measuring 4.6cm X 2.5cm. Also noted 0.1x0.5x0.1 open area
above bruising. Resident unable to give description. Incident was not witnessed. Full skin assessment
completed. ROM WNL to right hand with no c/o or s/s of pain or discomfort noted to area. XRAY FACE AND
RIGHT HAND. Record review of Progress Notes authored by ADON dated [DATE] at 3:57 PM revealed, at
12:47 PM family notified facility regarding findings on the
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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
675891
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/30/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Bridgeport Medical Lodge
2108 15th Street
Bridgeport, TX 76426
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 0600
Level of Harm - Actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
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in-room security camera. Purple bruising noted to top of right hand measuring 4.6cm x 2.5cm. Also noted
0.1 x 0.5x.0.1 open area above bruising. Area cleansed with NS and steristrip applied. Physician informed.
Will continue to monitor areas. Record review of Trauma informed Care Assessment-PTSD dated [DATE]
revealed, a PTSD Screening with no probable cause findings for Resident #1.Record review of New Patient
Referral Form dated [DATE] revealed, referral for psychology was submitted for Resident #1. Record review
of Root Cause Analysis undated revealed, On September19, 2025, facility video surveillance captured a
CNA striking a resident in the head. This action constitutes abuse and violates the residents' rights, facility
policies, and federal/state regulations. Staff Action: CNA had already left for the day and then removed from
the reminder of her shifts immediately following discovery. Corrective Actions: Staff Action: Immediate
removal of CNA from duty. Disciplinary process initiated, including termination and reporting to the Contract
Nurse Agency and law enforcement. EDUCATION; Facility wide re-education on: Abuse/neglect policies.
Resident rights and staff burn out. Leadership Oversight: DON/Administrator to conduct unannounced
rounds on all shifts for two weeks. Random staff/resident interviews conducted to validate awareness of
abuse prevention practices. Culture & Prevention: Re-incorporation of anger management,
stress-de-escalation, and conflict resolution resources into orientation and annual training. Leadership
rounding to reinforce zero-tolerance culture and provide staff support. Record review of Inservice and
Training dated [DATE] revealed, Topic: abuse and neglect. Trainer was the ADON. Record review of
in-service training report dated [DATE] revealed, Subject Stress Reduction/Potential Burnout conducted by
DON. Review of Abuse and Neglect -Clinical protocol revised [DATE] revealed; The facility will ensure that
each resident has the right to be free from, among other things, physical or mental abuse and corporal
punishment. The facility will provide a safe resident environment and protect residents from abuse.
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