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Inspection

COUNTRY VIEW LIVINGCMS #6764612 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

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

F 0812 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to store, prepare, and serve food under sanitary conditions in 1 of 1 kitchen when they failed to: Residents Affected - Some Ensure kitchen staff used proper hand washing and sanitation procedures when handling food. This failure could cause decreased meal satisfaction and decreased meal consumption due to using unsanitary practices in the facility's only kitchen and could affect all residents in the facility that receive meals from the facility kitchen. Findings included: Observation of the kitchen food prep activities on 8/10/23 from 10:45 a.m. to 11:15 p.m. revealed the following: At 10:40 a.m., [NAME] A was observed in the kitchen preparing purees for the lunch meal on 8/10/23. While preparing the pureed meals [NAME] A did not change her gloves during the activity. [NAME] A washed hands and applied gloves to her hands. [NAME] A walked to the oven, opened the oven doors, and took out a pan of beef casserole. [NAME] A closed the oven doors. [NAME] A set the pan onto the counter, removed the foil covering, picked up a scoop and scooped the required amount of casserole into a blender container. [NAME] A then placed the foil covering back over the casserole pan, opened the door to the oven and placed the casserole back in the oven. [NAME] A removed the pan of vegetables from the oven. [NAME] A closed the oven doors, removed the foil from the vegetable pan and scooped vegetables into a blender container. [NAME] A replaced the foil on the vegetables and placed the pan of vegetables back into the oven. [NAME] A closed the oven doors and took both blender containers to the blending machine across the kitchen. [NAME] A got 2 serving pans and 2 scoops from the shelf and brought them to the prep table. [NAME] A blended the meat casserole touching the lid, blender controls and the prep table while blending the puree. [NAME] A picked up the blending container from the base with her gloved hands and set the blender container on the counter. [NAME] A blended the vegetables and then picked up each blender container and poured the blended meat casserole into the serving pan and covered the pan with foil. [NAME] A then poured the vegetables into the serving pan and covered the pan with foil. [NAME] A then opened the bread wrapper and pulled a slice of bread from the wrapper and tore the bread into pieces with her gloved hands and put the bread into a 3rd blender container. [NAME] A then reached into the bread wrapper with her gloved hands and pulled 4 slices of bread from the wrapper and tore the bread with her hands and placed the torn bread into the blender. [NAME] A picked up a carton of milk opened the container with her gloved hands and poured the milk into the blender. [NAME] A picked up another container of milk and dropped it on the floor. [NAME] A walked to the cooler, removed a carton of milk, and brought the milk to the prep table, opened the (continued on next page) Any deficiency statement ending with an asterisk (*) denotes a deficiency which the institution may be excused from correcting providing it is determined that other safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days following the date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14 days following the date these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued program participation. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE TITLE (X6) DATE FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Facility ID: If continuation sheet Page 1 of 4 Event ID: 676461 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 676461 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 08/11/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Country View Living 701 Butler Blvd. Dimmitt, TX 79027 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 0812 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some carton with her hands and poured milk into the blender. [NAME] A picked up a small container of honey and poured the honey into the blender. [NAME] A did not make any attempts to change her gloves or wash her hands. In an interview on 8/10/23 at 11:10 AM, [NAME] A was asked if she realized she touched the bread and various kitchen surfaces while pureeing and had not changed her gloves or washed her hands while pureeing the lunch foods. [NAME] A stated Yes, I should not have touched the bread without washing my hands first and changing my gloves. [NAME] A stated she was trained on proper food handling and use of tongs when touching food. She stated touching foods with contaminated gloves can cause food borne illnesses to the residents. [NAME] A stated she was just nervous. In an interview on 8/11/23 at 9:30 AM, the DM was asked about handwashing, the use of gloves and tongs. The DM stated She shouldn't be touching the food. The DM stated tongs should be used to touch the bread and gloves should be changed between tasks. The DM stated she trusts [NAME] A's work. [NAME] A knows to change gloves between tasks and use tongs to touch food. The DM stated the consequences of touching food with contaminated gloves was the spread of bacteria and pathogens contaminate the food the residents eat. The residents could get sick from contaminated food. The DM stated [NAME] A was just nervous. Record Review of the facility's policies titled Preparation of Food with a date of April 2021, documented: ' Bare hands should never touch food directly. Gloves or serving utensils should be used to handle all foods. Record Review of the facility policy titled Handwashing with a date of April 2021, revealed: Employees are to wash hands between handling of dirty and clean equipment, dishes, utensils, and food. After touching objects that may be a source of contamination if the next contact with the hands is food or food contact surfaces; between handling cooked and uncooked food; The use of gloves or the use of hand sanitizer does not replace handwashing. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 676461 If continuation sheet Page 2 of 4 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 676461 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 08/11/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Country View Living 701 Butler Blvd. Dimmitt, TX 79027 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0880 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to maintain an infection prevention and control program designed to provide a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment and to help prevent the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections for 1 (CNA B) of 6 staff observed for resident care. Residents Affected - Few -CNA B did not wash her hands between glove changes while performing incontinent care. This deficient practice has the potential to affect residents in the facility receiving incontinent care by exposing them to care that could lead to the spread of infections, tissue breakdown, and feelings of isolation related to poor hygiene. Findings include: During an observation on 08-10-2023 at 10:47 AM when performing incontinent care CNA B cleaned the residents vaginal and peri area, changed her gloves, assisted to roll the resident to her side, cleaned the resident's rectal area, changed her gloves, then placed a new brief on the resident. CNA B did not wash her hands or use ABHR between glove changes. During an interview on 08-10-2023 at 10:56 AM CNA B reported that she should have washed her hands each time she changed her gloves and that she should have washed her hands because she touched the resident each time that she provided care. CNA B reported that by not washing her hands between glove changes she could place the resident at risk of developing germs or bacteria and that could result in an infection. During an interview on 08-10-2023 at 03:48 PM when questioned about expected employee handwashing the Administrator reported that was the responsibility of the nursing department to ensure that handwashing was taken care of and that this surveyor would need to ask that department for guidance. During an interview on 08-11-2023 at 08:48 AM the DON verified that she was responsible for training staff on proper handwashing. The DON reported that staff are to wash their hands when they are visibly soiled otherwise, they can use ABHR between glove changes. The DON reported that staff are to use ABHR and change gloves between each portion of the incontinent care and especially between the dirty portion and clean portion of the incontinent care such as prior to placing a new brief. The DON reported that if handwashing is not followed properly during incontinent care, then residents will be placed at risk for infection and cross-contamination. Record review of the competency assessment titled Perineal Care completed by CNA B on 4-25-2023 revealed the following: Purpose: The purpose of this procedure is to provide cleanliness and comfort to the resident, to prevent infections, skin irritation, and to observe the residents skin condition. f. After washing genital area, turn to the side, then washes rectal area moving from front to back . j. Remove gloves and perform hand hygiene (continued on next page) FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 676461 If continuation sheet Page 3 of 4 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 676461 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 08/11/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Country View Living 701 Butler Blvd. Dimmitt, TX 79027 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0880 Record review of the competency assessment titled Hand Hygiene completed by CNA B on 4-25-2023 revealed the following: Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Objectives: Residents Affected - Few 1. To prevent transmission of infections agents by performing hand hygiene 2. To protect the resident/patient from infectious agents. Record review of the facility provided policy titled Handwashing/Hand Hygiene revised August 2015 revealed the following: Policy Statement: The facility considers hand hygiene the primary means to prevent the spread of infections. 7. Use an alcohol-based hand rub containing at least 62% alcohol; or, alternatively, soap and water in the following situations. h. Before moving from a contaminated body site to a clean body site during resident care. i. After contact with a resident's intact skin. m. After removing gloves. 9. Th use of gloves does not replace hand washing/hand hygiene. Integration of glove use along with routine hand hygiene is recognized as the best practice for preventing healthcare-associated infections. Applying and Removing Gloves: 1. Perform hand hygiene before applying non-sterile gloves 4. Hold and remove glove in the gloved hand and remove the other glove by rolling it down the hand and folding it in the first glove 5. Perform hand hygiene. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 676461 If continuation sheet Page 4 of 4

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Citations

2 citations recorded*CMS

What do CMS severity letters mean?

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

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

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

  • 0812GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    F812 - Food safety requirements

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

  • 0880GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F880 - Infection Control

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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What happened during the August 11, 2023 survey of COUNTRY VIEW LIVING?

This was a inspection survey of COUNTRY VIEW LIVING on August 11, 2023. The surveyor cited 2 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at COUNTRY VIEW LIVING on August 11, 2023?

Yes, 2 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordanc..."

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

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