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Inspection visit

Health inspection

ARBOR GRACE WELLNESS CENTERCMS #6759782 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 2 deficiencies. The full statement and the facility’s plan of correction follow, verbatim from the federal record.

F 0609 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to ensure all alleged violations involving abuse, neglect, exploitation, or mistreatment are reported immediately, but no later than 2 hours after the allegation is made for 1 of 5 residents (Resident #1) reviewed for abuse. ADM failed to report an allegation of abuse with Resident #1 to the appropriate State Agency. This failure can result in continued or escalation of abuse, mental anguish, and/or physical harm. Findings Include: Record review of Resident #1's face sheet, dated 2/28/24, revealed a [AGE] year-old female admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Resident #1's diagnoses include but were not limited to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD- chronic inflammatory lung disease that obstructs airflow from the lungs), major depressive disorder (persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest), polyneuropathy (damage or disease affecting peripheral nerves in roughly the same areas on both sides of the body), and morbid (severe) obesity (BMI of 40 or more). Record review of Resident #1's quarterly MDS, dated [DATE], revealed a BIMS of 15 indicating intact cognitive response. Resident is maximum assist or dependent on activities of daily living including bathing, toileting, personal hygiene, oral care, and all mobiliity measures including rolling, sitting, and transfers. MDS stated resident does require the use of a mechanical lift. Record review of grievance resolution form, dated 12/29/23, revealed ADON received a grievance from Resident #1 regarding CNA A and CNA B being rough with her during a transfer. Resident #1 reported she verbalized CNA A and CNA B was hurting her when CNA A stated, you're just trippin. Record stated the actions upset the resident to the point of crying. Record review of TULIP on 2/27/24 reflected no report made of the incident that occurred on 12/29/24 involving Resident #1. In an interview on 2/27/24 at 4:50 PM, ADM stated there was not a provider investigation report and she did not report the allegation. ADM stated it was reported as being rough and it could be considered abuse. ADM stated the facility could get cited and there could have been some negative outcomes. In an interview on 2/27/24 at 4:50 PM, Resident #1 stated she told a nurse about the incident, and (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 3 Event ID: 675978 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 675978 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 02/28/2024 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Arbor Grace Wellness Center 1241 W Marshall Howard Blvd Littlefield, TX 79339 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 0609 she did not want CNA A and CNA B back in her room to help her. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm In an interview on 2/28/24 at 9:58 AM, ADM stated a negative outcome for not reporting allegations of abuse was if there was intent it could be putting the resident at risk. Residents Affected - Few In an interview on 2/28/24 at 10:18 AM, ADON stated her understanding was any allegation of abuse or neglect was a reportable incident. ADON stated the ADM knew of the situation, she does the reporting, she was the abuse coordinator, so she figured she was on top of the matter. ADON stated a negative outcome was the abuse can continue and abuse could escalate. Record review of policy titled Abuse Investigation, undated, stated in Line 5. The Administrator of Director of Nurses will complete the 24-Hour Notification of abuse/Neglect form within 24 hours of the occurrence or discovery of the incident and fax this form to DHH. Line 14. All reports of abuse are investigated by the State Licensing Agency. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 675978 If continuation sheet Page 2 of 3 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 675978 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 02/28/2024 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Arbor Grace Wellness Center 1241 W Marshall Howard Blvd Littlefield, TX 79339 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 0727 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Based on interview and record reviews, the facility failed to use the services of a registered nurse for at least 8 consecutive hours a day, 7 days a week, and designate a registered nurse to serve as the director of nursing on a full-time basis by: A registered nurse was not available for 8 consecutive hours a day, 7 days a week for 8 days (1/22/24, 1/31/24, 2/5/24, 2/6/24, 2/7/24, 2/8/24, 2/9/24, and 2/24/24) out of 90 days reviewed for staffing. A registered nurse has not served as the director of nursing on a full-time basis since December 7th, 2023. This failure can result in delay of care, competent and qualified staffing for supervisory coverage for coordination of events such as hospice care and emergency care. Findings Include: Record review of the facility's last 90 days (12/1/23-2/27/24) of RN coverage provided by the Administrator revealed the facility did not have a RN working for 8 consecutive hours for the following dates: 1/22/24, 1/31/24, 2/5/24, 2/6/24, 2/7/24, 2/8/24, 2/9/24, and 2/24/24. In an interview on 2/27/24 at 1:51 PM, ADON stated the facility has not had a DON for a couple of months. At 2:03 PM, ADON provided last day of DON employment dated 12/7/23. ADON was provided with days RN coverage was not identified on RN scheduling sheet. In an interview on 2/28/24 at 9:05 AM, ADON verified there was no RN coverage on 1/22/24, 1/31/24, 2/5/24, 2/6/24, 2/7/24, 2/8/24, 2/9/24, and 2/24/24. ADON stated a negative outcome of not having proper RN coverage could be supervision, higher education availability, and no leadership. In an interview on 2/28/24 at 9:58 AM, ADM stated the facility lost the DON on 12/5/23 and was looking for a replacement. ADM stated RN's oversaw initial wound care assessments, IV's, and risk management. ADM stated there was a lot of things that could be negative outcomes. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 675978 If continuation sheet Page 3 of 3

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Citations

2 citations 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.

  • 0609GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F609 - The facility must develop and implement written policies and procedures that:

    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

  • 0727GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    F727 - Except when waived under paragraph (f) or (g) of this section, the

    Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the February 28, 2024 survey of ARBOR GRACE WELLNESS CENTER?

This was a inspection survey of ARBOR GRACE WELLNESS CENTER on February 28, 2024. The surveyor cited 2 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at ARBOR GRACE WELLNESS CENTER on February 28, 2024?

Yes, 2 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities."

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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