F 0600
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment,
and neglect by anybody.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the residents had the right to be free from abuse for
one (Resident #1) of four residents reviewed for abuse.
Residents Affected - Some
The facility failed to protect Resident #1 from physical and emotional abuse when CNA A forcefully dragged
her to the shower room and sprayed her while still wearing her clothes while she was screaming and crying
in June of 2024. The DON was notified and failed to take any action to protect Resident #1 from further
abuse as CNA A continued to work at the facility and with Resident #1 and continued to emotionally abuse
her. CNAs B and C did not intervene during the incident.
This failure resulted in an identification of an Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) on 07/30/24 at 3:01 PM. While the IJ
was removed on 08/02/24 at 3:00 PM, the facility remained at a level of actual no actual harm at a scope of
isolated that is not immediate jeopardy due to the facility's need to evaluate the effectiveness of the
corrective systems.
This failure placed residents at risk of abuse, trauma, and psychosocial harm.
Findings included:
Review of Resident #1's undated face sheet reflected a [AGE] year-old female who was admitted to the
facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including major depressive disorder, anxiety disorder, and unspecified
psychosis .
Review of Resident #1's quarterly MDS assessment, dated 06/05/24, reflected a BIMS score of 14,
indicating she was cognitively intact. Section GG (Functional Abilities and Goals) reflected she needed
setup or clean-up assistance with
Showering and did not require a wheelchair or walker for ambulating.
Review of Resident #1's quarterly care plan, dated 06/07/24, reflected she required assistance with ADLs
with an intervention of assisting with ADLs as needed.
Review of a witness statement, dated 07/30/24 and documented by CNA C, reflected the following:
Around July or June (2024) me and my coworkers were working on 500 hall. Me and 2 other coworkers and
it was [Resident #1]'s shower day. I had asked her if she wanted to shower and she said no so I left it at
that. My other coworker (CNA A ) comes in and says that the DON said to do whatever it
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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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1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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takes to get her in the shower cause [sic] she hadn't had one in months. She then grabbed [Resident #1] by
the arm and forced her to shower meanwhile [Resident #1] was screaming and telling her that she didn't
want to shower. I left then went into the shower room to get gloves and saw [CNA A] wet her clothes to get
her to sit down. A couple minutes later [Resident #1] storms out of the shower room mad then goes to her
room. Me and [CNA B] were passing snacks and [Resident #1] then comes to us and throws us chunks of
her hair . [Resident #1] did let therapy know and she described who it was.
Residents Affected - Some
Review of the text message received by the OT, dated 07/02/24, reflected the following:
. [CNA B] pulled me aside to tell me that [CNA A] showered [Resident #1] a couple weeks ago against her
will because the DON told them to make it happen. So [CNA B] said that [CNA A] pulled [Resident #1]
down the hall with her trying to fight her. Evidently [Resident #1] was put in the shower with her clothes on
bc [sic] she refused to take them off and [CNA A] sprayed [Resident #1] down with the shower spray
anyway. [CNA A] then took the clothes off [Resident #1] bc [sic] they were wet and changed her into dry
clothes. [CNA B] stated that [CNA A] combed her hair so aggressively that it pulled a lot of her hair out.
[Resident #1] has been worried about her hair falling out every time I have showered her .
Review of Staffing Sheets, from 06/01/24 - 07/30/24, reflected CNA A worked the following days:
06/05/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/06/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/08/24
06/09/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/10/24
06/11/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/12/24
06/13/24
06/17/24
06/18/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/19/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/20/24
06/22/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/23/24
06/26/24
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Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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F 0600
06/28/24
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
06/29/24
Residents Affected - Some
07/01/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/30/24 - Resident #1's hall
07/08/24
07/11/24 - Resident #1's hall
07/14/24
07/17/24 - Resident #1's hall
07/18/24
07/19/24 - Resident #1's hall
During an interview on 07/30/24 at 10:21 AM, Resident #1 stated a few weeks ago CNA A dragged her to
the shower room even though she was screaming and crying and did not want to shower. She stated once
they got into the shower room, she sprayed her down with water until her clothes were soaked. She stated
CNA A took a picture of her and was laughing and making fun of her. She stated she felt humiliated and
had feared her ever since. She stated she felt so helpless as she could not fight back. She stated CNA A
brushed her hair so rough she had chunks coming off her head. She stated she continued to mess with her
even after that day and she had been miserable. She stated she was not sure if she worked there anymore
because she had not seen her in at least a week and never wanted to see her again.
During an interview on 07/30/24 at 10:38 AM, CNA B stated sometime back in June (2024) she walked into
the shower room and saw CNA A spraying Resident #1 with the shower head. She stated she was so
appalled she had to walk out. She stated she and CNA C had initially walked in because they heard
Resident #1 screaming and crying. She stated CNA A was laughing the whole time. She stated she notified
the DON and everyone knew about it. She stated the DON told everyone CNA A had been fired but she did
not get fired until the week prior for something unrelated to the incident. She stated after the incident, CNA
A continued to work on the same hall and would often go into Resident #1's room and taunt her. She stated
she would laugh and ask her, Do you want a shower today? She stated Resident #1 had been a mess and
very distraught.
During an interview on 07/30/24 at 10:52 AM, CNA C stated it had been at least over a month since the
incident with Resident #1 and CNA A. She stated Resident #1 refused showers a lot and CNA A told her
the DON told her to do whatever it took to give her a shower. She stated she witnessed CNA A drag
Resident #1 to the shower room while she was resisting and screaming. She stated she went into the
shower room and saw CNA A spraying her with the shower head to get her to sit down on the shower chair
while she continued to scream and cry. She stated CNA A was laughing and saying things like, You stinky!
You stink! She stated eventually Resident #1 stormed out of the shower room and then threw chunks of her
hair on the ground. She stated she and CNA B had spoken to the DON about it and were even interviewed
separately. She stated CNA A continued to work on the same hall and taunt Resident
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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F 0600
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Some
#1 she had been irritated and scared . She stated Resident #1 had been affected by the whole thing and
she believed it had been abusive.
During a telephone interview on 07/30/24 at 12:25 PM, the ADM stated he was not notified by the DON of
the incident involving Resident #1 and CNA A until that day (07/30/24). He stated the DON told him she had
not been made aware of the incident until 07/19/24. He stated he was informed Resident #1 was refusing a
shower and CNA A sprayed her with water. He stated CNA A was now suspended, he would be submitting
a self-report to HHSC, and conducting a thorough investigation.
During an interview on 07/30/24 at 12:32 PM, the DON stated she could not remember the date of when
she was notified of the incident between Resident #1 and CNA A. She stated she believed it was in the
middle of July (2024). She stated she interviewed CNAs B and C but did not have any documentation
except for the witness statement she obtained that day from CNA A. She stated she was told that CNA A
wet the bottom of Resident #1's pajamas in the shower room. She stated when she told CNA A to do
whatever it took to give Resident #1 a shower, she stated she meant to encourage her. She stated spraying
her with water would be mean. She stated she did take CNA A off the schedule and sent her home. She
stated she did not tell the ADM sooner because she was still in the investigation stage. She stated the OT
also notified her of the incident and he may remember the date more clearly.
During an interview on 07/30/24 at 12:48 PM, the OT stated he received a text message from another
therapist he worked with on 07/02/24 detailing the abusive incident between Resident #1 and CNA A. He
stated because he received it in the evening, he notified the DON the next day first thing . He stated he
read the text message to her and she did not seem that concerned. He stated about 2-3 days later he saw
CNA A working on Resident #1's hall and noticed Resident #1 was visibly upset. He stated he went to the
DON and asked her why she would have working on Resident #1's hallway as she was traumatized by the
incident that had happened. He stated the DON appeared unaffected and stated, Oh, I did not know she
was working on the same hall. He stated CNA A should not have bee been able to work at all at this time
because all residents were being put at risk of further abuse.
Review of the facility's undated Abuse Prevention and Investigation Policy reflected the following:
It is the policy of this facility to provide protections for the health, welfare, and rights of each resident by
developing and implementing written policies and procedures that prohibit abuse .
'Abuse' means the willful infliction of injury, unreasonable confinement, intimidation, or punishment with
resulting in physical harm, pain, or mental anguish, which can include staff to resident abuse .
'Willful' means the individual must have acted deliberately, not the individual must have intended to inflict
injury or harm.
'Physical Abuse' includes, but is not limited to, hitting, slapping, punching, biting, and kicking.
'Mental Abuse' includes, but is not limited to, humiliation, harassment, threats of punishment or deprivation.
The DON and RADM were notified on 07/30/24 at 3:01 PM that an Immediate Jeopardy had been identified
due to the above failures and an IJ template was provided.
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1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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F 0600
The following POR was accepted on 08/01/24 at 4:53 PM:
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
F600 - Plan Of Removal
Residents Affected - Some
On 7/30/2024 the surveyor provided an Immediate Jeopardy template notification that the Regulatory
Services has determined that the condition at the facility constitutes an immediate jeopardy to the resident
health and safety.
The notification of Immediate Jeopardy states as follows:
F600 ' The facility failed to keep the residents free from abuse.
The facility failed to ensure the safety of Resident #1 during and after she was physically dragged into the
shower room by CNA A, sprayed with the shower head in her full clothes to get her to sit down, all the while
screaming and crying.
The facility failed to ensure CNA A was suspended/terminated or removed from working with Resident #1
after the incident, causing more emotional distress.
Action:
*Administrator self-reported the incident on 7/30/2024 to HHSC via online portal through TULIP (reporting
system), report # 521272.
*Medical Director was informed of the IJ on 7/30/2024 at approx. 4:00pm and an adhoc QAPI meeting was
held. In attendance were the MD, Administrator, Regional Administrator, and Regional Nurse. Discussion
included what transpired leading up to the IJ, the content of the allegations and the alleged incident,
personnel involved, what possibly lead to the events that caused the IJ, retraining topics, and resident care
plan.
*The Regional Administrator or Administrator began re-in-servicing all staff on Abuse/Neglect/Exploitation
policy and procedures, specifically who to notify (Abuse Coordinator, Administrator) or in their absence
(Regional leadership, Corporate Compliance), and to take immediate action to ensure residents are not
abused by staff, and actions are followed per policy and procedure once leadership is made aware for the
protection of all residents in the facility. If abuse/neglect/exploitation is suspected, it is the witnesses
responsibility to report directly to the Abuse Coordinator, or Corporate Compliance should there be a
concern. Resident safety is paramount, and it is expected that all residents are treated with dignity and
respect at all times. Should an unsatisfactory response or action be given by any person regardless of
position, it is the reporters responsibility to ensure actions are taken to safeguard the resident. Additionally,
education is provided by Regional Administrator or Administrator for understanding of residents rights, and
their right to refuse care. Should the person receiving report provide an unsatisfactory response, this
individual will receive disciplinary action.
*Post test will be provided to staff covering training of ANE/Resident Rights, and employee understanding
will be measured by being required to successfully answer all post test questions. Additionally, the
administrator will interview 3 random staff and 3 random alert and oriented residents to ensure
understanding.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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F 0600
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Some
*Alleged Perpetrator was terminated out of the system effective 7/30/2024, and call was made by Regional
Administrator to employee to inform the status change.
*1:1 education was completed on 7/30/2024 by Regional Administrator and Administrator with DON
regarding investigating, reporting, and addressing all allegations of ANE, including disciplinary action. While
the DON has formal oversight of the nursing personnel to include agency/PRN /new staff, the Administrator
will ensure education is provided to all staff regarding ANE/Resident Rights prior to their next shift.
*1:1 education was completed on 7/31/2024 at 10:15am by Administrator with witness CNA#1, regarding
immediate safeguarding of the residents, including but not limited to removing the resident themselves from
the situation, ensuring resident safety by removing the threat, and using best judgement to ensure the
resident is in a safe location before reporting to the Abuse Coordinator/Corporate Compliance. Per policy:
A.
Responding immediately to protect the alleged victim and integrity of the investigation;
B.
Examining the alleged victim for any sign of injury, including a physical examination or psychosocial
assessment if needed;
C.
Increased supervision of the alleged victim and residents;
D.
Providing emotional support and counseling to the resident during and after the investigation, as needed;
E.
Revision of the resident's care plan if the resident's medical, nursing, physical, mental, or psychosocial
needs or preferences change as a result of an incident of abuse.
*1:1 education was completed on 7/31/2024 at 11:30am by Administrator with witness CNA#2, regarding
immediate safeguarding of the residents, including but not limited to removing the resident themselves from
the situation, ensuring resident safety by removing the threat, and using best judgement to ensure the
resident is in a safe location before reporting to the Abuse Coordinator/Corporate Compliance. Per policy:
A.
Responding immediately to protect the alleged victim and integrity of the investigation;
B.
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Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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F 0600
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Examining the alleged victim for any sign of injury, including a physical examination or psychosocial
assessment if needed;
C.
Increased supervision of the alleged victim and residents;
Residents Affected - Some
D.
Providing emotional support and counseling to the resident during and after the investigation, as needed;
E.
Revision of the resident's care plan if the resident's medical, nursing, physical, mental, or psychosocial
needs or preferences change as a result of an incident of abuse.
*Resident #1 was informed by the Administrator that the alleged perpetrator was terminated, and that the
Administrator was going to ensure staff are educated on ANE/Resident Rights and held accountable by the
Administrator to safeguard the residents. Resident # 1 remains on Psych Services.
*All new hires will meet with Administrator before working a shift 1:1 to ensure understanding of ANE Policy
and Procedures and will sign an acknowledgement attesting to the training
*PRN/Agency staff will be educated on ANE/Resident Rights upon arrival by Administrator or designee, and
resource binder left at the nurses station to reference for quick access for Policy and Procedures related to
ANE/Resident Rights.
Start Date: 07/30/2024 4:00pm
Completion Date: Prior to any staff coming on shift, education will be provided and post test given and
employee understanding will be measured by being required to successfully answer all post test questions.
Additionally, the administrator will interview 3 random staff and 3 random alert and oriented residents to
ensure understanding.
Target Audience: All staff
Responsible person: Regional Administrator or Administrator
How do you evaluate effectiveness: Administrator will begin completing interviews beginning 8/5/2024 of at
least 3 random staff, and 3 random alert and oriented residents a week regarding ANE expectations, who
to report to, when, how, and expectations of safe guarding residents who are suspected to be victim of
ANE. This will be tracked via spreadsheet and will remain in effect for at least 3 months, or until substantial
compliance is achieved. Information will be reviewed during QAPI and findings adjusted as necessary.
The Surveyor monitored the POR on 08/02/24 as followed:
During an interview on 08/02/24 at 11:18 AM, the ADM stated staff were being in-serviced before
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1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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working the floor. He stated after further investigation, the DON was let go from the facility.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
During interviews on 08/02/24 from 11:29 AM - 2:38 PM, one RN, two LVNs, three CNAs, a HSK, and the
TS (from different shifts) all stated they were in-serviced and took a post-test before working their shifts. All
were able to state that their ADM was the Abuse and Neglect Coordinator and give examples of different
types of abuse such as physical, verbal, emotional, and psychosocial. All stated if they saw a resident being
abused by a staff member, another resident, or a family member they would intervene to ensure the
resident was in a safe space and would notify the ADM immediately. They all stated if the ADM or DON was
not immediately available, they would call the corporate hotline that was in the breakroom to notify the
RADM. They all stated it was important to notify the ADM because he needed to conduct a thorough
investigation, ensure residents safety, and report to the appropriate agencies. Each staff member stated
residents had the right to refuse care, such as showers, and should never be forced to do something they
did not want to do.
Residents Affected - Some
During an interview on 08/023/24 at 2:46 PM, Resident #1 stated the ADM had spoken to her about the
actions taken and she was just glad the CNA (CNA A) was no longer working at the facility. She stated she
felt safe and had no further concerns.
Review of Safe Surveys, dated 07/30/24, reflected all residents were interviewed regarding their safety with
no concerns.
Review of the facility's Ad Hoc QAPI Meeting Minutes, dated 07/30/24, reflected the ADM, RADM, RegN,
and MD were in attendance.
Review of a Disciplinary Notice , dated 07/30/24, reflected the DON received a final warning due to the
following:
[The DON] failed to investigate and report an allegation of abuse and neglect. This failure resulted in 4 IJ's
being declared on 07/30/24. [The DON] failed to follow the abuse and neglect policy, also did not file a
self-report with HHS as required. Further investigation is on-going. Additional disciplinary actions will be
determined upon completion of internal investigation.
Review of an in-service, dated 07/31/24 and conducted by the RADM, reflected the ADM had a 1:1 training
to review abuse, neglect and exploitation, investigation steps, and the reporting policy.
Review of an in-service, dated 07/31/24 and conducted by the RADM, reflected the SW had a 1:1 training
to review abuse, neglect and exploitation, the reporting policy, and SW action steps.
Review of an in-service, dated 07/31/24 and conducted by the ADM, reflected CNA B had a 1:1 training to
review and discuss ANE/Reporting Policy and Procedures.
Review of an in-service, dated 07/31/24 and conducted by the ADM, reflected CNA C had a 1:1 training to
review and discuss ANE/Reporting Policy and Procedures.
Review of in-services, dated 07/30/24 - 08/01/24 and conducted by the ADM, reflected staff from all shifts
were in-serviced on ANE policy and procedures, the Abuse and Neglect Coordinator, reporting, resident
rights (right to refuse care), and corporate compliance.
Review of Abuse Post-Tests, dated 07/30/24 - 08/01/24, reflected all staff completed the test with
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STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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F 0600
passing scores.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
While the IJ was removed on 08/02/24 at 3:00 PM, the facility remained at a level of actual no actual harm
at a scope of isolated that is not immediate jeopardy due to the facility's need to evaluate the effectiveness
of the corrective systems.
Residents Affected - Some
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to implement their written policies and procedures regarding
prohibiting and preventing abuse for one (Resident #1) of four residents reviewed for developing and
implementing abuse and neglect policies.
Residents Affected - Some
The facility failed to implement the facility abuse policy
when they failed to protect Resident #1 from physical and emotional abuse when CNA A forcefully dragged
her to the shower room and sprayed her while still wearing her clothes while she was screaming and crying
in June of 2024. The DON was notified and failed to take any action to protect Resident #1 from further
abuse as CNA A continued to work at the facility and with Resident #1 and continued to emotionally abuse
her. CNAs B and C did not intervene during the incident.
This failure resulted in an identification of an Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) on 07/30/24 at 3:01 PM. While the IJ
was removed on 08/02/24 at 3:00 PM, the facility remained at a level of actual no actual harm at a scope of
isolated that is not immediate jeopardy due to the facility's need to evaluate the effectiveness of the
corrective systems.
This failure placed residents at risk of abuse, trauma, and psychosocial harm.
Findings included:
Review of Resident #1's undated face sheet reflected a [AGE] year-old female who was admitted to the
facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including major depressive disorder, anxiety disorder, and unspecified
psychosis.
Review of Resident #1's quarterly MDS assessment, dated 06/05/24, reflected a BIMS of 14, indicating she
was cognitively intact. Section GG (Functional Abilities and Goals) reflected she needed setup or clean-up
assistance with
Showering and did not require a wheelchair or walker for ambulating.
Review of Resident #1's quarterly care plan, dated 06/07/24, reflected she required assistance with ADLs
with an intervention of assisting with ADLs as needed.
Review of a witness statement, dated 07/30/24 and documented by CNA C, reflected the following:
Around July or June (2024) me and my coworkers were working on 500 hall. Me and 2 other coworkers and
it was [Resident #1]'s shower day. I had asked her if she wanted to shower and she said no so I left it at
that. My other coworker (CNA A) comes in and says that the DON said to do whatever it takes to get her in
the shower cause [sic] she hadn't had one in months. She then grabbed [Resident #1] by the arm and
forced her to shower meanwhile [Resident #1] was screaming and telling her that she didn't want to shower.
I left then went into the shower room to get gloves and saw [CNA A] wet her clothes to get her to sit down.
A couple minutes later [Resident #1] storms out of the shower room mad then goes to her room. Me and
[CNA B] were passing snacks and [Resident #1] ten comes to us and throws us chunks of her hair .
[Resident #1] did let therapy know and she described who it was.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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Review of the text message received by the OT, dated 07/02/24, reflected the following:
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
. [CNA B] pulled me aside to tell me that [CNA A] showered [Resident #1] a couple weeks ago against her
will because the DON told them to make it happen. So [CNA B] said that [CNA A] pulled [Resident #1]
down the hall with her trying to fight her. Evidently [Resident #1] was put in the shower with her clothes on
bc [sic] she refused to take them off and [CNA A] sprayed [Resident #1] down with the shower spray
anyway. [CNA A] then took the clothes off [Resident #1] bc [sic] they were wet and changed her into dry
clothes. [CNA B] stated that [CNA A] combed her hair so aggressively that it pulled a lot of her hair out.
[Resident #1] has been worried about her hair falling out every time I have showered her .
Residents Affected - Some
Review of Staffing Sheets, from 06/01/24 - 07/30/24, reflected CNA A worked the following days:
06/05/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/06/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/08/24
06/09/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/10/24
06/11/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/12/24
06/13/24
06/17/24
06/18/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/19/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/20/24
06/22/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/23/24
06/26/24
06/28/24
06/29/24
06/30/24 - Resident #1's hall
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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F 0607
07/01/24 - Resident #1's hall
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
07/08/24
Residents Affected - Some
07/14/24
07/11/24 - Resident #1's hall
07/17/24 - Resident #1's hall
07/18/24
07/19/24 - Resident #1's hall
During an interview on 07/30/24 at 10:21 AM, Resident #1 stated a few weeks ago CNA A dragged her to
the shower room even though she was screaming and crying and did not want to shower. She stated once
they got into the shower room, she sprayed her down with water until her clothes were soaked. She stated
CNA A took a picture of her and was laughing and making fun of her. She stated she felt humiliated and
had feared her ever since. She stated she felt so helpless as she could not fight back. She stated CNA A
brushed her hair so rough she had chunks coming off her head. She stated she continued to mess with her
even after that day and she had been miserable. She stated she was not sure if she worked there anymore
because she had not seen her in at least a week and never wanted to see her again.
During an interview on 07/30/24 at 10:38 AM, CNA B stated sometime back in June (2024) she walked into
the shower room and saw CNA A spraying Resident #1 with the shower head. She stated she was so
appalled she had to walk out. She stated she and CNA C had initially walked in because they heard
Resident #1 screaming and crying. She stated CNA A was laughing the whole time. She stated she notified
the DON and everyone knew about it. She stated the DON told everyone CNA A had been fired but she did
not get fired until the week prior for something unrelated to the incident. She stated after the incident, CNA
A continued to work on the same hall and would often go into Resident #1's room and taunt her. She stated
she would laugh and ask her, Do you want a shower today? She stated Resident #1 had been a mess and
very distraught.
During an interview on 07/30/24 at 10:52 AM, CNA C stated it had been at least over a month since the
incident with Resident #1 and CNA A. She stated Resident #1 refused showers a lot and CNA A told her
the DON told her to do whatever it took to give her a shower. She stated she witnessed CNA A drag
Resident #1 to the shower room while she was resisting and screaming. She stated she went into the
shower room and saw CNA A spraying her with the shower head to get her to sit down on the shower chair
while she continued to scream and cry. She stated CNA A was laughing and saying things like, You stinky!
You stink! She stated eventually Resident #1 stormed out of the shower room and then threw chunks of her
hair on the ground. She stated she and CNA B had spoken to the DON about it and were even interviewed
separately. She stated CNA A continued to work on the same hall and taunt Resident #1 she had been
irritated and scared. She stated Resident #1 had been affected by the whole thing and she believed it had
been abusive.
During a telephone interview on 07/30/24 at 12:25 PM, the ADM stated he was not notified by the DON of
the incident involving Resident #1 and CNA A until that day (07/30/24). He stated the DON told him she had
not been made aware of the incident until 07/19/24. He stated he was informed Resident #1
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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F 0607
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Some
was refusing a shower and CNA A sprayed her with water. He stated CNA A was now suspended, he would
be submitting a self-report to HHSC, and conducting a thorough investigation.
During an interview on 07/30/24 at 12:32 PM, the DON stated she could not remember the date of when
she was notified of the incident between Resident #1 and CNA A. She stated she believed it was in the
middle of July (2024). She stated she interviewed CNAs B and C but did not have any documentation
except for the witness statement she obtained that day from CNA A. She stated she was told that CNA A
wet the bottom of Resident #1's pajamas in the shower room. She stated when she told CNA A to do
whatever it took to give Resident #1 a shower, she stated she meant to encourage her. She stated spraying
her with water would be mean. She stated she did take CNA A off the schedule and sent her home. She
stated she did not tell the ADM sooner because she was still in the investigation stage. She stated the OT
also notified her of the incident and he may remember the date more clearly.
During an interview on 07/30/24 at 12:48 PM, the OT stated he received a text message from another
therapist he worked with on 07/02/24 detailing the abusive incident between Resident #1 and CNA A. He
stated because he received it in the evening, he notified the DON the next day first thing. He stated he read
the text message to her and she did not seem that concerned. He stated about 2-3 days later he saw CNA
A working on Resident #1's hall and noticed Resident #1 was visibly upset. He stated he went to the DON
and asked her why she would have working on Resident #1's hallway as she was traumatized by the
incident that had happened. He stated the DON appeared unaffected and stated, Oh, I did not know she
was working on the same hall. He stated CNA A should not have bee able to work at all at this time
because all residents were being put at risk of further abuse.
Review of the facility's undated Abuse Prevention and Investigation Policy reflected the following:
It is the policy of this facility to provide protections for the health, welfare, and rights of each resident by
developing and implementing written policies and procedures that prohibit abuse .
.V. Investigation of Alleged Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation
A. An immediate investigation is warranted when suspicion of abuse, neglect or exploitation, or reports of
abuse, neglect or exploitation occur.
B. Written procedures for investigations include:
1. Identifying staff responsible for the investigation.
.
3. Identifying and interviewing all involved persons, including the alleged victim, alleged perpetrator,
witnesses, and others who might have knowledge of the allegations;
.
6. Providing complete and thorough documentation of the investigation.
VI. Protection of the Resident
The facility will make efforts to ensure all residents are protected from physical and psychosocial
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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F 0607
harm, as well as additional abuse, during and after the investigation.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
The DON and RADM were notified on 07/30/24 at 3:01 PM that an Immediate Jeopardy had been identified
due to the above failures and an IJ template was provided.
The following POR was accepted on 08/01/24 at 4:53 PM:
Residents Affected - Some
F607 - Plan Of Removal
On 7/30/2024 the surveyor provided an Immediate Jeopardy template notification that the Regulatory
Services has determined that the condition at the facility constitutes an immediate jeopardy to the resident
health and safety.
The notification of Immediate Jeopardy states as follows:
F607 - The facility must develop and implement written policies and procedures that prohibit and prevent
abuse.
The facility failed to follow their policies and procedures related to abuse.
The facility failed to ensure CNA A was suspended/terminated or removed from working with Resident #1
after the incident, causing more emotional distress.
Action:
*Administrator self-reported the incident on 7/30/2024 to HHSC via online portal through (reporting
system), report # 521272.
*Medical Director was informed of the IJ on 7/30/2024 at approx. 4:00pm and an adhoc QAPI meeting was
held. In attendance were the MD, Administrator, Regional Administrator, and Regional Nurse. Discussion
included what transpired leading up to the IJ, the content of the allegations and the alleged incident,
personnel involved, what possibly lead to the events that caused the IJ, retraining topics, and resident care
plan.
*The Regional Administrator or Administrator began re-in-servicing all staff on Abuse/Neglect/Exploitation
policy and procedures, specifically who to notify (Abuse Coordinator, Administrator) or in their absence
(Regional leadership, Corporate Compliance), and to take immediate action to ensure residents are not
abused by staff, and actions are followed per policy and procedure once leadership is made aware for the
protection of all residents in the facility. If abuse/neglect/exploitation is suspected, it is the witnesses
responsibility to report directly to the Abuse Coordinator, or Corporate Compliance should there be a
concern. Resident safety is paramount, and it is expected that all residents are treated with dignity and
respect at all times. Should an unsatisfactory response or action be given by any person regardless of
position, it is the reporters responsibility to ensure actions are taken to safeguard the resident. Additionally,
education is provided by Regional Administrator or Administrator for understanding of residents rights, and
their right to refuse care. Should the person receiving report provide an unsatisfactory response, this
individual will receive disciplinary action.
*Post test will be provided to staff covering training of ANE/Resident Rights, and employee
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
understanding will be measured by being required to successfully answer all post test questions.
Additionally, the administrator will interview 3 random staff and 3 random alert and oriented residents to
ensure understanding.
*Alleged Perpetrator was terminated out of the system effective 7/30/2024, and call was made by Regional
Administrator to employee to inform the status change.
Residents Affected - Some
*1:1 education was completed on 7/30/2024 by Regional Administrator and Administrator with DON
regarding investigating, reporting, and addressing all allegations of ANE, including disciplinary action. While
the DON has formal oversight of the nursing personnel to include agency/PRN/new staff, the Administrator
will ensure education is provided to all staff regarding ANE/Resident Rights prior to their next shift.
*1:1 education was completed on 7/31/2024 at 10:15am by Administrator with witness CNA#1, regarding
immediate safeguarding of the residents, including but not limited to removing the resident themselves from
the situation, ensuring resident safety by removing the threat, and using best judgement to ensure the
resident is in a safe location before reporting to the Abuse Coordinator/Corporate Compliance. Per policy:
F.
Responding immediately to protect the alleged victim and integrity of the investigation;
G.
Examining the alleged victim for any sign of injury, including a physical examination or psychosocial
assessment if needed;
H.
Increased supervision of the alleged victim and residents;
I.
Providing emotional support and counseling to the resident during and after the investigation, as needed;
J.
Revision of the resident's care plan if the resident's medical, nursing, physical, mental, or psychosocial
needs or preferences change as a result of an incident of abuse.
*1:1 education was completed on 7/31/2024 at 11:30am by Administrator with witness CNA#2, regarding
immediate safeguarding of the residents, including but not limited to removing the resident themselves from
the situation, ensuring resident safety by removing the threat, and using best judgement to ensure the
resident is in a safe location before reporting to the Abuse Coordinator/Corporate Compliance. Per policy:
F.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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F 0607
Responding immediately to protect the alleged victim and integrity of the investigation;
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
G.
Examining the alleged victim for any sign of injury, including a physical examination or psychosocial
assessment if needed;
Residents Affected - Some
H.
Increased supervision of the alleged victim and residents;
I.
Providing emotional support and counseling to the resident during and after the investigation, as needed;
J.
Revision of the resident's care plan if the resident's medical, nursing, physical, mental, or psychosocial
needs or preferences change as a result of an incident of abuse.
*Resident #1 was informed by the Administrator that the alleged perpetrator was terminated, and that the
Administrator was going to ensure staff are educated on ANE/Resident Rights and held accountable by the
Administrator to safeguard the residents. Resident # 1 remains on Psych Services.
*All new hires will meet with Administrator before working a shift 1:1 to ensure understanding of ANE Policy
and Procedures and will sign an acknowledgement attesting to the training
*PRN/Agency staff will be educated on ANE/Resident Rights upon arrival by Administrator or designee, and
resource binder left at the nurses station to reference for quick access for Policy and Procedures related to
ANE/Resident Rights.
Start Date: 07/30/2024 4:00pm
Completion Date: Prior to any staff coming on shift, education will be provided and post test given and
employee understanding will be measured by being required to successfully answer all post test questions.
Additionally, the administrator will interview 3 random staff and 3 random alert and oriented residents to
ensure understanding.
Target Audience: All staff
Responsible person: Regional Administrator or Administrator
How do you evaluate effectiveness: Administrator will begin completing interviews beginning 8/5/2024 of at
least 3 random staff, and 3 random alert and oriented residents a week regarding ANE expectations, who
to report to, when, how, and expectations of safe guarding residents who are suspected to be victim of
ANE. This will be tracked via spreadsheet and will remain in effect for at least 3 months, or until substantial
compliance is achieved. Information will be reviewed during QAPI and findings adjusted as necessary.
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STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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The Surveyor monitored the POR on 08/02/24 as followed:
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
During an interview on 08/02/24 at 11:18 AM, the ADM stated staff were being in-serviced before working
the floor. He stated after further investigation, the DON was let go from the facility.
Residents Affected - Some
During interviews on 08/02/24 from 11:29 AM - 2:38 PM, one RN, two LVNs, three CNAs, a HSK, and the
TS (from different shifts) all stated they were in-serviced and took a post-test before working their shifts. All
were able to state that their ADM was the Abuse and Neglect Coordinator and give examples of different
types of abuse such as physical, verbal, emotional, and psychosocial. All stated if they saw a resident being
abused by a staff member, another resident, or a family member they would intervene to ensure the
resident was in a safe space and would notify the ADM immediately. They all stated if the ADM or DON was
not immediately available, they would call the corporate hotline that was in the breakroom to notify the
RADM. They all stated it was important to notify the ADM because he needed to conduct a thorough
investigation, ensure residents safety, and report to the appropriate agencies. Each staff member stated
residents had the right to refuse care, such as showers, and should never be forced to do something they
did not want to do.
During an interview on 08/02/24 at 2:46 PM, Resident #1 stated the ADM had spoken to her about the
actions taken and she was just glad the CNA (CNA A) was no longer working at the facility. She stated she
felt safe and had no further concerns.
Review of Safe Surveys, dated 07/30/24, reflected all residents were interviewed regarding their safety with
no concerns.
Review of the facility's Ad Hoc QAPI Meeting Minutes, dated 07/30/24, reflected the ADM, RADM, RegN,
and MD were in attendance.
Review of a Disciplinary Notice, dated 07/30/24, reflected the DON received a final warning due to the
following:
[The DON] failed to investigate and report an allegation of abuse and neglect. This failure resulted in 4 IJ's
being declared on 07/30/24. [The DON] failed to follow the abuse and neglect policy, also did not file a
self-report with HHSC as required. Further investigation is on-going. Additional disciplinary actions will be
determined upon completion of internal investigation.
Review of an in-service, dated 07/31/24 and conducted by the RADM, reflected the ADM had a 1:1 training
to review abuse, neglect and exploitation, investigation steps, and the reporting policy.
Review of an in-service, dated 07/31/24 and conducted by the RADM, reflected the SW a 1:1 training to
review abuse, neglect and exploitation, the reporting policy, and SW action steps.
Review of an in-service, dated 07/31/24 and conducted by the ADM, reflected CNA B had a 1:1 training to
review and discuss ANE/Reporting Policy and Procedures.
Review of an in-service, dated 07/31/24 and conducted by the ADM, reflected CNA C had a 1:1 training to
review and discuss ANE/Reporting Policy and Procedures.
Review of in-services, dated 07/30/24 - 08/01/24 and conducted by the ADM, reflected staff from all shifts
were in-serviced on ANE policy and procedures, the Abuse and Neglect Coordinator, reporting,
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0607
resident rights (right to refuse care), and corporate compliance.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Review of Abuse Post-Tests, dated 07/30/24 - 08/01/24, reflected all staff completed the test with passing
scores.
Residents Affected - Some
While the IJ was removed on 08/02/24 at 3:00 PM, the facility remained at a level of actual no actual harm
at a scope of isolated that is not immediate jeopardy due to the facility's need to evaluate the effectiveness
of the corrective systems.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0609
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Some
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
interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure all alleged violations involving abuse or neglect
were reported to the facility Administrator immediately but no later than 2 hours for one (Resident #1) of
four residents reviewed for abuse and neglect.
The facility failed to notify their Abuse and Neglect Coordinator (The ADM) within 2 hours when CNA A
forcefully dragged Resident #1 to the shower room and sprayed her while still wearing her clothes while she
was screaming and crying in June of 2024. The DON was notified and failed to take any action to protect
Resident #1 from further abuse as CNA A continued to work at the facility and with Resident #1 and
continued to emotionally abuse her. CNAs B and C did not intervene during the incident.
This failure resulted in an identification of an Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) on 07/30/24 at 3:01 PM. While the IJ
was removed on 08/02/24 at 3:00 PM, the facility remained at a level of actual no actual harm at a scope of
isolated that is not immediate jeopardy due to the facility's need to evaluate the effectiveness of the
corrective systems.
This failure placed residents at risk of abuse, trauma, and psychosocial harm.
Findings included:
Review of Resident #1's undated face sheet reflected a [AGE] year-old female who was admitted to the
facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including major depressive disorder, anxiety disorder, and unspecified
psychosis .
Review of Resident #1's quarterly MDS assessment, dated 06/05/24, reflected a BIMS score of 14,
indicating she was cognitively intact. Section GG (Functional Abilities and Goals) reflected she needed
setup or clean-up assistance with
Showering and did not require a wheelchair or walker for ambulating.
Review of Resident #1's quarterly care plan, dated 06/07/24, reflected she required assistance with ADLs
with an intervention of assisting with ADLs as needed.
Review of a witness statement, dated 07/30/24 and documented by CNA C, reflected the following:
Around July or June (2024) me and my coworkers were working on 500 hall. Me and 2 other coworkers and
it was [Resident #1]'s shower day. I had asked her if she wanted to shower and she said no so I left it at
that. My other coworker (CNA A) comes in and says that the DON said to do whatever it takes to get her in
the shower cause [sic] she hadn't had one in months. She then grabbed [Resident #1] by the arm and
forced her to shower meanwhile [Resident #1] was screaming and telling her that she didn't want to shower.
I left then went into the shower room to get gloves and saw [CNA A] wet her clothes to get her to sit down.
A couple minutes later [Resident #1] storms out of the shower room mad then goes to her room. Me and
[CNA B] were passing snacks and [Resident #1] ten comes to us and throws us chunks of her hair .
[Resident #1] did let therapy know and she described who it was.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0609
Review of the text message received by the OT, dated 07/02/24, reflected the following:
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
. [CNA B] pulled me aside to tell me that [CNA A] showered [Resident #1] a couple weeks ago against her
will because the DON told them to make it happen. So [CNA B] said that [CNA A] pulled [Resident #1]
down the hall with her trying to fight her. Evidently [Resident #1] was put in the shower with her clothes on
bc [sic] she refused to take them off and [CNA A] sprayed [Resident #1] down with the shower spray
anyway. [CNA A] then took the clothes off [Resident #1] bc [sic] they were wet and changed her into dry
clothes. [CNA B] stated that [CNA A] combed her hair so aggressively that it pulled a lot of her hair out.
[Resident #1] has been worried about her hair falling out every time I have showered her .
Residents Affected - Some
Review of Staffing Sheets, from 06/01/24 - 07/30/24, reflected CNA A worked the following days:
06/05/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/06/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/08/24
06/09/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/10/24
06/11/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/12/24
06/13/24
06/17/24
06/18/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/19/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/20/24
06/22/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/23/24
06/26/24
06/28/24
06/29/24
06/30/24 - Resident #1's hall
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0609
07/01/24 - Resident #1's hall
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
07/08/24
Residents Affected - Some
07/14/24
07/11/24 - Resident #1's hall
07/17/24 - Resident #1's hall
07/18/24
07/19/24 - Resident #1's hall
During an interview on 07/30/24 at 10:21 AM, Resident #1 stated a few weeks ago CNA A dragged her to
the shower room even though she was screaming and crying and did not want to shower. She stated once
they got into the shower room, she sprayed her down with water until her clothes were soaked. She stated
CNA A took a picture of her and was laughing and making fun of her. She stated she felt humiliated and
had feared her ever since. She stated she felt so helpless as she could not fight back. She stated CNA A
brushed her hair so rough she had chunks coming off her head. She stated she continued to mess with her
even after that day and she had been miserable. She stated she was not sure if she worked there anymore
because she had not seen her in at least a week and never wanted to see her again.
During an interview on 07/30/24 at 10:38 AM, CNA B stated sometime back in June (2024) she walked into
the shower room and saw CNA A spraying Resident #1 with the shower head. She stated she was so
appalled she had to walk out. She stated she and CNA C had initially walked in because they heard
Resident #1 screaming and crying. She stated CNA A was laughing the whole time. She stated she notified
the DON and everyone knew about it. She stated the DON told everyone CNA A had been fired but she did
not get fired until the week prior for something unrelated to the incident. She stated after the incident, CNA
A continued to work on the same hall and would often go into Resident #1's room and taunt her. She stated
she would laugh and ask her, Do you want a shower today? She stated Resident #1 had been a mess and
very distraught.
During an interview on 07/30/24 at 10:52 AM, CNA C stated it had been at least over a month since the
incident with Resident #1 and CNA A. She stated Resident #1 refused showers a lot and CNA A told her
the DON told her to do whatever it took to give her a shower. She stated she witnessed CNA A drag
Resident #1 to the shower room while she was resisting and screaming. She stated she went into the
shower room and saw CNA A spraying her with the shower head to get her to sit down on the shower chair
while she continued to scream and cry. She stated CNA A was laughing and saying things like, You stinky!
You stink! She stated eventually Resident #1 stormed out of the shower room and then threw chunks of her
hair on the ground. She stated she and CNA B had spoken to the DON about it and were even interviewed
separately. She stated CNA A continued to work on the same hall and taunt Resident #1 she had been
irritated and scared . She stated Resident #1 had been affected by the whole thing and she believed it had
been abusive.
During a telephone interview on 07/30/24 at 12:25 PM, the ADM stated he was not notified by the DON of
the incident involving Resident #1 and CNA A until that day (07/30/24). He stated the DON told him she had
not been made aware of the incident until 07/19/24. He stated he was informed Resident #1
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COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0609
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Some
was refusing a shower and CNA A sprayed her with water. He stated CNA A was now suspended, he would
be submitting a self-report to HHSC, and conducting a thorough investigation.
During an interview on 07/30/24 at 12:32 PM, the DON stated she could not remember the date of when
she was notified of the incident between Resident #1 and CNA A. She stated she believed it was in the
middle of July (2024). She stated she interviewed CNAs B and C but did not have any documentation
except for the witness statement she obtained that day from CNA A. She stated she was told that CNA A
wet the bottom of Resident #1's pajamas in the shower room. She stated when she told CNA A to do
whatever it took to give Resident #1 a shower, she stated she meant to encourage her. She stated spraying
her with water would be mean. She stated she did take CNA A off the schedule and sent her home. She
stated she did not tell the ADM sooner because she was still in the investigation stage. She stated the OT
also notified her of the incident and he may remember the date more clearly.
During an interview on 07/30/24 at 12:48 PM, the OT stated he received a text message from another
therapist he worked with on 07/02/24 detailing the abusive incident between Resident #1 and CNA A. He
stated because he received it in the evening, he notified the DON the next day first thing . He stated he
read the text message to her and she did not seem that concerned. He stated about 2-3 days later he saw
CNA A working on Resident #1's hall and noticed Resident #1 was visibly upset. He stated he went to the
DON and asked her why she would have working on Resident #1's hallway as she was traumatized by the
incident that had happened. He stated the DON appeared unaffected and stated, Oh, I did not know she
was working on the same hall. He stated CNA A should not have bee able to work at all at this time
because all residents were being put at risk of further abuse.
Review of the facility's undated Abuse Prevention and Investigation Policy reflected the following:
It is the policy of this facility to provide protections for the health, welfare, and rights of each resident by
developing and implementing written policies and procedures that prohibit abuse .
.
2. The facility has designated the Administrator as the Abuse Prevention Coordinator in the facility who is
responsible for reporting allegations or suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation to the state survey agency
and other officials in accordance with state law .
The DON and RADM were notified on 07/30/24 at 3:01 PM that an Immediate Jeopardy had been identified
due to the above failures and an IJ template was provided.
The following POR was accepted on 08/01/24 at 4:53 PM:
F609 - Plan Of Removal
On 7/30/2024 the surveyor provided an Immediate Jeopardy template notification that the Regulatory
Services has determined that the condition at the facility constitutes an immediate jeopardy to the resident
health and safety.
The notification of Immediate Jeopardy states as follows:
F609 ' The facility must ensure all allegations of abuse are reported immediately but no more than two
hours after the allegation is made.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
676226
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A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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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 0609
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Some
The facility failed to ensure the safety of Resident #1 during and after she was physically dragged into the
shower room by CNA A, sprayed with the shower head in her full clothes to get her to sit down, all the while
screaming and crying.
The facility did not self-report this allegation the Administrator.
Action:
*Administrator self-reported the incident on 7/30/2024 to HHSC via online portal through TULIP , report #
521272.
*Medical Director was informed of the IJ on 7/30/2024 at approx. 4:00pm and an adhoc QAPI meeting was
held. In attendance were the MD, Administrator, Regional Administrator, and Regional Nurse. Discussion
included what transpired leading up to the IJ, the content of the allegations and the alleged incident,
personnel involved, what possibly lead to the events that caused the IJ, retraining topics, and resident care
plan.
*The Regional Administrator or Administrator began re-in-servicing all staff on Abuse/Neglect/Exploitation
policy and procedures, specifically who to notify (Abuse Coordinator, Administrator) or in their absence
(Regional leadership, Corporate Compliance), and to take immediate action to ensure residents are not
abused by staff, and actions are followed per policy and procedure once leadership is made aware for the
protection of all residents in the facility. If abuse/neglect/exploitation is suspected, it is the witnesses
responsibility to report directly to the Abuse Coordinator, or Corporate Compliance should there be a
concern. Resident safety is paramount, and it is expected that all residents are treated with dignity and
respect at all times. Should an unsatisfactory response or action be given by any person regardless of
position, it is the reporters responsibility to ensure actions are taken to safeguard the resident. Additionally,
education is provided by Regional Administrator or Administrator for understanding of residents rights, and
their right to refuse care. Should the person receiving report provide an unsatisfactory response, this
individual will receive disciplinary action.
*Post test will be provided to staff covering training of ANE/Resident Rights, and employee understanding
will be measured by being required to successfully answer all post test questions. Additionally, the
administrator will interview 3 random staff and 3 random alert and oriented residents to ensure
understanding.
*Alleged Perpetrator was terminated out of the system effective 7/30/2024, and call was made by Regional
Administrator to employee to inform the status change.
*1:1 education was completed on 7/30/2024 by Regional Administrator and Administrator with DON
regarding investigating, reporting, and addressing all allegations of ANE, including disciplinary action. While
the DON has formal oversight of the nursing personnel to include agency/PRN /new staff, the Administrator
will ensure education is provided to all staff regarding ANE/Resident Rights prior to their next shift.
*1:1 education was completed on 7/31/2024 at 10:15am by Administrator with witness CNA#1, regarding
immediate safeguarding of the residents, including but not limited to removing the resident themselves from
the situation, ensuring resident safety by removing the threat, and using best judgement to ensure the
resident is in a safe location before reporting to the Abuse Coordinator/Corporate
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(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
676226
B. Wing
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0609
Compliance. Per policy:
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
K.
Residents Affected - Some
L.
Responding immediately to protect the alleged victim and integrity of the investigation;
Examining the alleged victim for any sign of injury, including a physical examination or psychosocial
assessment if needed;
M.
Increased supervision of the alleged victim and residents;
N.
Providing emotional support and counseling to the resident during and after the investigation, as needed;
O.
Revision of the resident's care plan if the resident's medical, nursing, physical, mental, or psychosocial
needs or preferences change as a result of an incident of abuse.
*1:1 education was completed on 7/31/2024 at 11:30am by Administrator with witness CNA#2, regarding
immediate safeguarding of the residents, including but not limited to removing the resident themselves from
the situation, ensuring resident safety by removing the threat, and using best judgement to ensure the
resident is in a safe location before reporting to the Abuse Coordinator/Corporate Compliance. Per policy:
K.
Responding immediately to protect the alleged victim and integrity of the investigation;
L.
Examining the alleged victim for any sign of injury, including a physical examination or psychosocial
assessment if needed;
M.
Increased supervision of the alleged victim and residents;
N.
Providing emotional support and counseling to the resident during and after the investigation, as needed;
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676226
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A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0609
O.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Revision of the resident's care plan if the resident's medical, nursing, physical, mental, or psychosocial
needs or preferences change as a result of an incident of abuse.
Residents Affected - Some
*Resident #1 was informed by the Administrator that the alleged perpetrator was terminated, and that the
Administrator was going to ensure staff are educated on ANE/Resident Rights and held accountable by the
Administrator to safeguard the residents. Resident # 1 remains on Psych Services.
*All new hires will meet with Administrator before working a shift 1:1 to ensure understanding of ANE Policy
and Procedures and will sign an acknowledgement attesting to the training
*PRN/Agency staff will be educated on ANE/Resident Rights upon arrival by Administrator or designee, and
resource binder left at the nurses station to reference for quick access for Policy and Procedures related to
ANE/Resident Rights.
Start Date: 07/30/2024 4:00pm
Completion Date: Prior to any staff coming on shift, education will be provided and post test given and
employee understanding will be measured by being required to successfully answer all post test questions.
Additionally, the administrator will interview 3 random staff and 3 random alert and oriented residents to
ensure understanding.
Target Audience: All staff
Responsible person: Regional Administrator or Administrator
How do you evaluate effectiveness: Administrator will begin completing interviews beginning 8/5/2024 of at
least 3 random staff, and 3 random alert and oriented residents a week regarding ANE expectations, who
to report to, when, how, and expectations of safe guarding residents who are suspected to be victim of
ANE. This will be tracked via spreadsheet and will remain in effect for at least 3 months, or until substantial
compliance is achieved. Information will be reviewed during QAPI and findings adjusted as necessary.
The Surveyor monitored the POR on 08/02/24 as followed:
During an interview on 08/02/24 at 11:18 AM, the ADM stated staff were being in-serviced before working
the floor. He stated after further investigation, the DON was let go from the facility.
During interviews on 08/02/24 from 11:29 AM - 2:38 PM, one RN, two LVNs, three CNAs, a HSK, and the
TS (from different shifts) all stated they were in-serviced and took a post-test before working their shifts. All
were able to state that their ADM was the Abuse and Neglect Coordinator and give examples of different
types of abuse such as physical, verbal, emotional, and psychosocial. All stated if they saw a resident being
abused by a staff member, another resident, or a family member they would intervene to ensure the
resident was in a safe space and would notify the ADM immediately. They all stated if the ADM or DON was
not immediately available, they would call the corporate hotline that was in the breakroom to notify the
RADM. They all stated it was important to notify the ADM because he needed to conduct a thorough
investigation, ensure residents safety, and report to the appropriate agencies. Each staff member stated
residents had the right to refuse care, such as showers, and
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(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
676226
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0609
should never be forced to do something they did not want to do.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
During an interview on 08/02/24 at 2:46 PM, Resident #1 stated the ADM had spoken to her about the
actions taken and she was just glad the CNA (CNA A) was no longer working at the facility. She stated she
felt safe and had no further concerns.
Residents Affected - Some
Review of Safe Surveys, dated 07/30/24, reflected all residents were interviewed regarding their safety with
no concerns.
Review of the facility's Ad Hoc QAPI Meeting Minutes, dated 07/30/24, reflected the ADM, RADM, RegN,
and MD were in attendance.
Review of a Disciplinary Notice, dated 07/30/24, reflected the DON received a final warning due to the
following:
[The DON] failed to investigate and report an allegation of abuse and neglect. This failure resulted in 4 IJ's
being declared on 07/30/24. [The DON] failed to follow the abuse and neglect policy, also did not file a
self-report with HHS as required. Further investigation is on-going. Additional disciplinary actions will be
determined upon completion of internal investigation.
Review of an in-service, dated 07/31/24 and conducted by the RADM, reflected the ADM had a 1:1 training
to review abuse, neglect and exploitation, investigation steps, and the reporting policy.
Review of an in-service, dated 07/31/24 and conducted by the RADM, reflected the SW had a 1:1 training
to review abuse, neglect and exploitation, the reporting policy, and SW action steps.
Review of an in-service, dated 07/31/24 and conducted by the ADM, reflected CNA B had a 1:1 training to
review and discuss ANE/Reporting Policy and Procedures.
Review of an in-service, dated 07/31/24 and conducted by the ADM, reflected CNA C had a 1:1 training to
review and discuss ANE/Reporting Policy and Procedures.
Review of in-services, dated 07/30/24 - 08/01/24 and conducted by the ADM, reflected staff from all shifts
were in-serviced on ANE policy and procedures, the Abuse and Neglect Coordinator, reporting, resident
rights (right to refuse care), and corporate compliance.
Review of Abuse Post-Tests, dated 07/30/24 - 08/01/24, reflected all staff completed the test with passing
scores.
While the IJ was removed on 08/02/24 at 3:00 PM, the facility remained at a level of actual no actual harm
at a scope of isolated that is not immediate jeopardy due to the facility's need to evaluate the effectiveness
of the corrective systems.
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676226
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A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0610
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to, in response to allegations of abuse, neglect or
mistreatment, have evidence that all alleged violations were thoroughly investigated for one (Resident #1)
of four residents reviewed for abuse and neglect.
Residents Affected - Some
The facility failed to investigate an allegation of abuse when CNA A forcefully dragged Resident #1 to the
shower room and sprayed her while still wearing her clothes while she was screaming and crying in June of
2024.
This failure resulted in an identification of an Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) on 07/30/24 at 3:01 PM. While the IJ
was removed on 08/02/24 at 3:00 PM, the facility remained at a level of actual no actual harm at a scope of
isolated that is not immediate jeopardy due to the facility's need to evaluate the effectiveness of the
corrective systems.
This failure placed residents at risk of abuse, trauma, and psychosocial harm.
Findings included:
Review of Resident #1's undated face sheet reflected a [AGE] year-old female who was admitted to the
facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including major depressive disorder, anxiety disorder, and unspecified
psychosis .
Review of Resident #1's quarterly MDS assessment, dated 06/05/24, reflected a BIMS score of 14,
indicating she was cognitively intact. Section GG (Functional Abilities and Goals) reflected she needed
setup or clean-up assistance with
Showering and did not require a wheelchair or walker for ambulating.
Review of Resident #1's quarterly care plan, dated 06/07/24, reflected she required assistance with ADLs
with an intervention of assisting with ADLs as needed.
Review of a witness statement, dated 07/30/24 and documented by CNA C, reflected the following:
Around July or June (2024) me and my coworkers were working on 500 hall. Me and 2 other coworkers and
it was [Resident #1]'s shower day. I had asked her if she wanted to shower and she said no so I left it at
that. My other coworker (CNA A) comes in and says that the DON said to do whatever it takes to get her in
the shower cause [sic] she hadn't had one in months. She then grabbed [Resident #1] by the arm and
forced her to shower meanwhile [Resident #1] was screaming and telling her that she didn't want to shower.
I left then went into the shower room to get gloves and saw [CNA A] wet her clothes to get her to sit down.
A couple minutes later [Resident #1] storms out of the shower room mad then goes to her room. Me and
[CNA B] were passing snacks and [Resident #1] ten comes to us and throws us chunks of her hair .
[Resident #1] did let therapy know and she described who it was.
Review of the text message received by the OT, dated 07/02/24, reflected the following:
. [CNA B] pulled me aside to tell me that [CNA A] showered [Resident #1] a couple weeks ago against her
will because the DON told them to make it happen. So [CNA B] said that [CNA A] pulled
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
676226
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
08/02/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0610
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
[Resident #1] down the hall with her trying to fight her. Evidently [Resident #1] was put in the shower with
her clothes on bc [sic] she refused to take them off and [CNA A] sprayed [Resident #1] down with the
shower spray anyway. [CNA A] then took the clothes off [Resident #1] bc [sic] they were wet and changed
her into dry clothes. [CNA B] stated that [CNA A] combed her hair so aggressively that it pulled a lot of her
hair out. [Resident #1] has been worried about her hair falling out every time I have showered her .
Residents Affected - Some
Review of Staffing Sheets, from 06/01/24 - 07/30/24, reflected CNA A worked the following days:
06/05/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/06/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/08/24
06/09/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/10/24
06/11/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/12/24
06/13/24
06/17/24
06/18/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/19/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/20/24
06/22/24 - Resident #1's hall
06/23/24
06/26/24
06/28/24
06/29/24
06/30/24 - Resident #1's hall
07/01/24 - Resident #1's hall
07/08/24
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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F 0610
07/11/24 - Resident #1's hall
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
07/14/24
Residents Affected - Some
07/18/24
07/17/24 - Resident #1's hall
07/19/24 - Resident #1's hall
During an interview on 07/30/24 at 10:21 AM, Resident #1 stated a few weeks ago CNA A dragged her to
the shower room even though she was screaming and crying and did not want to shower. She stated once
they got into the shower room, she sprayed her down with water until her clothes were soaked. She stated
CNA A took a picture of her and was laughing and making fun of her. She stated she felt humiliated and
had feared her ever since. She stated she felt so helpless as she could not fight back. She stated CNA A
brushed her hair so rough she had chunks coming off her head. She stated she continued to mess with her
even after that day and she had been miserable. She stated she was not sure if she worked there anymore
because she had not seen her in at least a week and never wanted to see her again.
During an interview on 07/30/24 at 10:38 AM, CNA B stated sometime back in June (2024) she walked into
the shower room and saw CNA A spraying Resident #1 with the shower head. She stated she was so
appalled she had to walk out. She stated she and CNA C had initially walked in because they heard
Resident #1 screaming and crying. She stated CNA A was laughing the whole time. She stated she notified
the DON and everyone knew about it. She stated the DON told everyone CNA A had been fired but she did
not get fired until the week prior for something unrelated to the incident. She stated after the incident, CNA
A continued to work on the same hall and would often go into Resident #1's room and taunt her. She stated
she would laugh and ask her, Do you want a shower today? She stated Resident #1 had been a mess and
very distraught.
During an interview on 07/30/24 at 10:52 AM, CNA C stated it had been at least over a month since the
incident with Resident #1 and CNA A. She stated Resident #1 refused showers a lot and CNA A told her
the DON told her to do whatever it took to give her a shower. She stated she witnessed CNA A drag
Resident #1 to the shower room while she was resisting and screaming. She stated she went into the
shower room and saw CNA A spraying her with the shower head to get her to sit down on the shower chair
while she continued to scream and cry. She stated CNA A was laughing and saying things like, You stinky!
You stink! She stated eventually Resident #1 stormed out of the shower room and then threw chunks of her
hair on the ground. She stated she and CNA B had spoken to the DON about it and were even interviewed
separately. She stated CNA A continued to work on the same hall and taunt Resident #1 she had been
irritated and scared . She stated Resident #1 had been affected by the whole thing and she believed it had
been abusive.
During a telephone interview on 07/30/24 at 12:25 PM, the ADM stated he was not notified by the DON of
the incident involving Resident #1 and CNA A until that day (07/30/24). He stated the DON told him she had
not been made aware of the incident until 07/19/24. He stated he was informed Resident #1 was refusing a
shower and CNA A sprayed her with water. He stated CNA A was now suspended, he would be submitting
a self-report to HHSC, and conducting a thorough investigation.
During an interview on 07/30/24 at 12:32 PM, the DON stated she could not remember the date of when
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676226
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
08/02/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0610
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Residents Affected - Some
she was notified of the incident between Resident #1 and CNA A. She stated she believed it was in the
middle of July (2024). She stated she interviewed CNAs B and C but did not have any documentation
except for the witness statement she obtained that day from CNA A. She stated she was told that CNA A
wet the bottom of Resident #1's pajamas in the shower room. She stated when she told CNA A to do
whatever it took to give Resident #1 a shower, she stated she meant to encourage her. She stated spraying
her with water would be mean. She stated she did take CNA A off the schedule and sent her home. She
stated she did not tell the ADM sooner because she was still in the investigation stage . She stated the OT
also notified her of the incident and he may remember the date more clearly.
During an interview on 07/30/24 at 12:48 PM, the OT stated he received a text message from another
therapist he worked with on 07/02/24 detailing the abusive incident between Resident #1 and CNA A. He
stated because he received it in the evening, he notified the DON the next day first thing. He stated he read
the text message to her and she did not seem that concerned. He stated about 2-3 days later he saw CNA
A working on Resident #1's hall and noticed Resident #1 was visibly upset. He stated he went to the DON
and asked her why she would have working on Resident #1's hallway as she was traumatized by the
incident that had happened . He stated the DON appeared unaffected and stated, Oh, I did not know she
was working on the same hall. He stated CNA A should not have been able to work at all at this time
because all residents were being put at risk of further abuse.
Review of the facility's undated Abuse Prevention and Investigation Policy reflected the following:
It is the policy of this facility to provide protections for the health, welfare, and rights of each resident by
developing and implementing written policies and procedures that prohibit abuse .
.V. Investigation of Alleged Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation
A. An immediate investigation is warranted when suspicion of abuse, neglect or exploitation, or reports of
abuse, neglect or exploitation occur.
B. Written procedures for investigations include:
1. Identifying staff responsible for the investigation.
.
3. Identifying and interviewing all involved persons, including the alleged victim, alleged perpetrator,
witnesses, and others who might have knowledge of the allegations;
.
6. Providing complete and thorough documentation of the investigation.
VI. Protection of the Resident
The facility will make efforts to ensure all residents are protected from physical and psychosocial harm, as
well as additional abuse, during and after the investigation.
The DON and RADM were notified on 07/30/24 at 3:01 PM that an Immediate Jeopardy had been identified
due to the above failures and an IJ template was provided.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
676226
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
08/02/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0610
The following POR was accepted on 08/01/24 at 4:53 PM:
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
F610 - Plan Of Removal
Residents Affected - Some
On 7/30/2024 the surveyor provided an Immediate Jeopardy template notification that the Regulatory
Services has determined that the condition at the facility constitutes an immediate jeopardy to the resident
health and safety.
The notification of Immediate Jeopardy states as follows:
F610 - In response to allegations of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or mistreatment, the facility must have
evidence that all alleged violations are thoroughly investigated.
The facility failed to thoroughly investigate an allegation of abuse after the DON was notified of an incident
with CNA A and Resident #1 when she was physically dragged into the shower room by CNA A, sprayed
with the shower head in her full clothes to get her to sit down, all the while screaming and crying.
Action:
*Administrator self-reported the incident on 7/30/2024 to HHSC via online portal through TULIP , report #
521272.
*Medical Director was informed of the IJ on 7/30/2024 at approx. 4:00pm and an adhoc QAPI meeting was
held. In attendance were the MD, Administrator, Regional Administrator, and Regional Nurse. Discussion
included what transpired leading up to the IJ, the content of the allegations and the alleged incident,
personnel involved, what possibly lead to the events that caused the IJ, retraining topics, and resident care
plan.
*The Regional Administrator or Administrator began re-in-servicing all staff on Abuse/Neglect/Exploitation
policy and procedures, specifically who to notify (Abuse Coordinator, Administrator) or in their absence
(Regional leadership, Corporate Compliance), and to take immediate action to ensure residents are not
abused by staff, and actions are followed per policy and procedure once leadership is made aware for the
protection of all residents in the facility. If abuse/neglect/exploitation is suspected, it is the witnesses
responsibility to report directly to the Abuse Coordinator, or Corporate Compliance should there be a
concern. Resident safety is paramount, and it is expected that all residents are treated with dignity and
respect at all times. Should an unsatisfactory response or action be given by any person regardless of
position, it is the reporters responsibility to ensure actions are taken to safeguard the resident. Additionally,
education is provided by Regional Administrator or Administrator for understanding of residents rights, and
their right to refuse care. Should the person receiving report provide an unsatisfactory response, this
individual will receive disciplinary action.
*Post test will be provided to staff covering training of ANE/Resident Rights, and employee understanding
will be measured by being required to successfully answer all post test questions. Additionally, the
administrator will interview 3 random staff and 3 random alert and oriented residents to ensure
understanding.
*Alleged Perpetrator was terminated out of the system effective 7/30/2024, and call was made by
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
676226
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
08/02/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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F 0610
Regional Administrator to employee to inform the status change.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
*1:1 education was completed on 7/30/2024 by Regional Administrator and Administrator with DON
regarding investigating, reporting, and addressing all allegations of ANE, including disciplinary action. While
the DON has formal oversight of the nursing personnel to include agency/PRN/new staff, the Administrator
will ensure education is provided to all staff regarding ANE/Resident Rights prior to their next shift.
Residents Affected - Some
*1:1 education was completed on 7/31/2024 at 10:15am by Administrator with witness CNA#1, regarding
immediate safeguarding of the residents, including but not limited to removing the resident themselves from
the situation, ensuring resident safety by removing the threat, and using best judgement to ensure the
resident is in a safe location before reporting to the Abuse Coordinator/Corporate Compliance. Per policy:
P.
Responding immediately to protect the alleged victim and integrity of the investigation;
Q.
Examining the alleged victim for any sign of injury, including a physical examination or psychosocial
assessment if needed;
R.
Increased supervision of the alleged victim and residents;
S.
Providing emotional support and counseling to the resident during and after the investigation, as needed;
T.
Revision of the resident's care plan if the resident's medical, nursing, physical, mental, or psychosocial
needs or preferences change as a result of an incident of abuse.
*1:1 education was completed on 7/31/2024 at 11:30am by Administrator with witness CNA#2, regarding
immediate safeguarding of the residents, including but not limited to removing the resident themselves from
the situation, ensuring resident safety by removing the threat, and using best judgement to ensure the
resident is in a safe location before reporting to the Abuse Coordinator/Corporate Compliance. Per policy:
P.
Responding immediately to protect the alleged victim and integrity of the investigation;
Q.
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(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
676226
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
08/02/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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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 0610
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
Examining the alleged victim for any sign of injury, including a physical examination or psychosocial
assessment if needed;
R.
Increased supervision of the alleged victim and residents;
Residents Affected - Some
S.
Providing emotional support and counseling to the resident during and after the investigation, as needed;
T.
Revision of the resident's care plan if the resident's medical, nursing, physical, mental, or psychosocial
needs or preferences change as a result of an incident of abuse.
*Resident #1 was informed by the Administrator that the alleged perpetrator was terminated, and that the
Administrator was going to ensure staff are educated on ANE/Resident Rights and held accountable by the
Administrator to safeguard the residents. Resident # 1 remains on Psych Services.
*All new hires will meet with Administrator before working a shift 1:1 to ensure understanding of ANE Policy
and Procedures and will sign an acknowledgement attesting to the training
*PRN/Agency staff will be educated on ANE/Resident Rights upon arrival by Administrator or designee, and
resource binder left at the nurses station to reference for quick access for Policy and Procedures related to
ANE/Resident Rights.
Start Date: 07/30/2024 4:00pm
Completion Date: Prior to any staff coming on shift, education will be provided and post test given and
employee understanding will be measured by being required to successfully answer all post test questions.
Additionally, the administrator will interview 3 random staff and 3 random alert and oriented residents to
ensure understanding.
Target Audience: All staff
Responsible person: Regional Administrator or Administrator
How do you evaluate effectiveness: Administrator will begin completing interviews beginning 8/5/2024 of at
least 3 random staff, and 3 random alert and oriented residents a week regarding ANE expectations, who
to report to, when, how, and expectations of safe guarding residents who are suspected to be victim of
ANE. This will be tracked via spreadsheet and will remain in effect for at least 3 months, or until substantial
compliance is achieved. Information will be reviewed during QAPI and findings adjusted as necessary.
The Surveyor monitored the POR on 08/02/24 as followed:
During an interview on 08/02/24 at 11:18 AM, the ADM stated staff were being in-serviced before
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676226
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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working the floor. He stated after further investigation, the DON was let go from the facility.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
During interviews on 08/02/24 from 11:29 AM - 2:38 PM, one RN, two LVNs, three CNAs, a HSK, and the
TS (from different shifts) all stated they were in-serviced and took a post-test before working their shifts. All
were able to state that their ADM was the Abuse and Neglect Coordinator and give examples of different
types of abuse such as physical, verbal, emotional, and psychosocial. All stated if they saw a resident being
abused by a staff member, another resident, or a family member they would intervene to ensure the
resident was in a safe space and would notify the ADM immediately. They all stated if the ADM or DON was
not immediately available, they would call the corporate hotline that was in the breakroom to notify the
RADM. They all stated it was important to notify the ADM because he needed to conduct a thorough
investigation, ensure residents safety, and report to the appropriate agencies. Each staff member stated
residents had the right to refuse care, such as showers, and should never be forced to do something they
did not want to do.
Residents Affected - Some
During an interview on 08/03/24 at 2:46 PM, Resident #1 stated the ADM had spoken to her about the
actions taken and she was just glad the CNA (CNA A) was no longer working at the facility. She stated she
felt safe and had no further concerns.
Review of Safe Surveys, dated 07/30/24, reflected all residents were interviewed regarding their safety with
no concerns.
Review of the facility's Ad Hoc QAPI Meeting Minutes, dated 07/30/24, reflected the ADM, RADM, RegN,
and MD were in attendance.
Review of a Disciplinary Notice , dated 07/30/24, reflected the DON received a final warning due to the
following:
[The DON] failed to investigate and report an allegation of abuse and neglect. This failure resulted in 4 IJ's
being declared on 07/30/24. [The DON] failed to follow the abuse and neglect policy, also did not file a
self-report with HHS as required. Further investigation is on-going. Additional disciplinary actions will be
determined upon completion of internal investigation.
Review of an in-service, dated 07/31/24 and conducted by the RADM, reflected the ADM had a 1:1 training
to review abuse, neglect and exploitation, investigation steps, and the reporting policy.
Review of an in-service, dated 07/31/24 and conducted by the RADM, reflected the SW a 1:1 training to
review abuse, neglect and exploitation, the reporting policy, and SW action steps.
Review of an in-service, dated 07/31/24 and conducted by the ADM, reflected CNA B had a 1:1 training to
review and discuss ANE/Reporting Policy and Procedures.
Review of an in-service, dated 07/31/24 and conducted by the ADM, reflected CNA C had a 1:1 training to
review and discuss ANE/Reporting Policy and Procedures.
Review of in-services, dated 07/30/24 - 08/01/24 and conducted by the ADM, reflected staff from all shifts
were in-serviced on ANE policy and procedures, the Abuse and Neglect Coordinator, reporting, resident
rights (right to refuse care), and corporate compliance.
Review of Abuse Post-Tests, dated 07/30/24 - 08/01/24, reflected all staff completed the test with
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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
676226
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
08/02/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Cypress Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1351 Sadler
San Marcos, TX 78666
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 0610
passing scores.
Level of Harm - Immediate
jeopardy to resident health or
safety
While the IJ was removed on 08/02/24 at 3:00 PM, the facility remained at a level of actual no actual harm
at a scope of isolated that is not immediate jeopardy due to the facility's need to evaluate the effectiveness
of the corrective systems.
Residents Affected - Some
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