Rivera Mansions RCF

Residential Care Facility
2220 SE 174TH AVENUE, PORTLAND, OR 97233

Facility Information

Facility ID 50M429
Status Active
County Multnomah
Licensed Beds 36
Phone 9718085562
Administrator AURA THERESA DE OLAZO
Active Date May 10, 2016
Owner Rivera Mansions, LLC
2220 SE 174TH AVENUE
PORTLAND OR 97233
Funding Medicaid
Services:

No special services listed

3
Total Surveys
14
Total Deficiencies
0
Abuse Violations
10
Licensing Violations
0
Notices

Violations

Licensing: CALMS - 00027063
Licensing: 00134327-AP-105371
Licensing: 00088577-AP-066460
Licensing: OR0002456700
Licensing: OR0002432200
Licensing: OR0002432201
Licensing: OR0002410500
Licensing: 00071850-AP-052573
Licensing: SR20006
Licensing: OR0001854400

Survey History

Survey FW19

0 Deficiencies
Date: 1/11/2024
Type: State Licensure, Other

Citations: 1

Citation #1: C0000 - Comment

Visit History:
1 Visit: 1/11/2024 | Not Corrected
Inspection Findings:
The findings of the kitchen inspection, conducted 01/11/24, are documented in this report. It was determined the facility was in substantial compliance with the OARs 411-054-0030 for Residential Care and Assisted Living Facilities for Resident Services- Meals, and Oregon Health Service Food Sanitation Rules OARs 333-150-0000.

Survey 24M4

14 Deficiencies
Date: 2/27/2023
Type: Validation, Re-Licensure

Citations: 15

Citation #1: C0000 - Comment

Visit History:
1 Visit: 3/2/2023 | Not Corrected
2 Visit: 7/20/2023 | Not Corrected
Inspection Findings:
The findings of the re-licensure survey, conducted 02/27/23 through 03/02/23, are documented in this report. The survey was conducted to determine compliance with the OARs 411 Division 54 for Residential Care and Assisted Living Facilities and OARs 411 Division 004 for Home and Community Based Services Regulations.Abbreviations possibly used in this document:ADL: activities of daily livingbid: twice a dayCBG: capillary blood glucose or blood sugar CG: caregivercm: centimeterED: Executive DirectorF: FahrenheitHH: Home HealthLPN: Licensed Practical NurseMA: Medication AideMAR: Medication Administration RecordMCC: Memory Care Communitymg: milligramml: milliliterMT: Medication TechnicianOT: Occupational TherapistPT: Physical TherapistPRN: as neededqd: every day or dailyqid: four times a dayQI: quality improvementRCC: Resident Care CoordinatorRN: Registered NurseTAR: Treatment Administration Recordtid: three times a day
The findings of the first re-visit to the re-licensure survey of 03/02/23, conducted 07/19/23 through 07/20/23, are documented in this report. It was determined the facility was in substantial compliance with the OARs 411 Division 54 for Residential Care and Assisted Living Facilities and OARs 411 Division 004 Home and Community Based Services Regulations.

Citation #2: C0242 - Resident Services: Activities

Visit History:
1 Visit: 3/2/2023 | Not Corrected
2 Visit: 7/20/2023 | Corrected: 6/1/2023
Inspection Findings:
Based on observation, interview and record review, it was determined the facility failed to provide a daily program of social and recreational activities based upon individual and group interests, physical, mental and psychosocial needs for the residents and created opportunities for active participation in the community at large. Findings include, but are not limited to: Observations during the re-licensure survey, dated 02/27/23 through 03/02/23, and a review of the 02/2023 and 03/2023 activity calendars revealed a lack of scheduled and unscheduled activities provided for the residents. On 02/28/23 at 10:00 am, a group interview was conducted with four unsampled residents in attendance. The attendees reported a lack of activities within the community with only Bingo and holiday or birthday parties offered. One resident reported activities were often canceled when the activity director was called to be a caregiver due to staffing needs.Failure to provide a daily activity program of social and recreational activities based on individual and group interests, physical, mental and psychosocial needs, and that created opportunities for active participation in the community at large was discussed with Staff 1 (Administrator) on 02/28/23 at 11:18 am. She acknowledged the findings.
Plan of Correction:
1.a. The facility will provide a daily program of social and recreational activities that are based upon individual and group interests, physical, mental and psychosocial needs, and creates opportunities for active participation in the community at large.1.b. The facility will provide equipment, supplies and space to meet individual and group activity needs.2.a. The Activities Coordinator will plan a monthly calendar of social and recreational activities. More offerings and greater variety will be added to meet individual and group interests on a daily basis. A printed calendar will be distributed to all residents monthly. If there is a change to calendar or scheduled activities the Activities Coordinator will notify residents as soon as possible and give a back-up activity plan. A back-up activity plan will be available and accessible to residents and direct care staff.2.b. The Activities Coordinator will interview and survey the residents and community to:- identify residents' individual and group activity preferences- gather feedback on current and on going activity offering and gather resident suggestions and wishes- explore options for residents to participate in activities in and around the community at large- create and update individual resident activity profiles2.c. Direct Care Staff and Activities Coordinator will document and track resident participation in daily social and recreational activities. 2.d. The Activities Coordinator will document a summary of each resident activity preference and participation quarterly and as needed.2.e. All Staff will be trained and re-trained in their role on Resident Services including daily program of social and recreational activities.3.a. Activities Coordinator will evaluate this plan of correction at least monthly.4.a. The Life Enrichment director and Activities coordinator are responsible for ensuring these corrections are compeleted/monitored.

Citation #3: C0260 - Service Plan: General

Visit History:
1 Visit: 3/2/2023 | Not Corrected
2 Visit: 7/20/2023 | Corrected: 6/1/2023
Inspection Findings:
Based on observation, interview and record review, it was determined the facility failed to ensure service plans were reflective of residents' needs, provided clear direction regarding the delivery of services and were followed for 1 of 3 sampled residents (#1) whose service plans were reviewed. Findings include, but are not limited to:Resident 1 was admitted to the facility in 10/2019 with diagnoses including diabetes, dysphagia and neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder.The resident's current service plan dated 01/10/23 was reviewed, observations were made, and interviews with the resident and caregivers were conducted between 02/27/23 and 03/02/23. Resident 1's service plan was not reflective, did not provide clear instruction to staff and/or was not followed in the following areas:* Use of the catheter leg bag versus the larger urine collection bag;* Catheter bag cleaning;* Location of incontinent care;* Diagnosis and monitoring of depression;* History of dehydration and the need to encourage fluids;* Diagnosis and monitoring of diabetes;* Plugging in the electric wheelchair nightly;* Home exercise program;* Monitoring skin related to the use of a foot strap;* Providing visual supervision with meals; and* Assistance with dressing.The need to ensure service plans were reflective of the identified needs of the resident, provided clear direction to staff, and were followed by staff was discussed with Staff 1 (Administrator), Staff 2 (RN) and Staff 4 (RCC) on 03/02/23 at 1:00 pm. They acknowledged the findings.
Plan of Correction:
1. a. Facility updated Resident #1 service plan to reflect resident's current identified needs and provide clear direction to staff.1.b. Staff education, coaching and monitoring provided to ensure service plan is followed. 2. a. Facility will incorporate all elements that are identified in the person-centered service into the residents service plan. We will ensure that the service plan reflects the resident's needs and preferences as identified during evaluation.2. b. Service plans will be made readily available to staff and provide clear direction of services including a description of who will provide services and what, when, how and how often the services shall be provided.2. c. Services will be provided by staff according to the current service plan. Ongoing monitoring will be implemented to ensure delivery of these services.2. d. Daily team huddle will be implemented to communicate to staff any updates or changes and get feedback on service plans.2. e. Service Plan team meeting will be conducted before move-in and quarterly.2. f. Electronic Health Record system will be changed to a better system that integrates all aspects of resident services. Facility is moving from an old sytem QuickMar to PointClickCare.3. a. All Service plans will be reviewed and updated if needed during this period in the next 60 days.3. b. Moving forward, service plans will be completed prior to move-in date with updates and changes as appropirate within 30 days of move-in; during quarterly evaluations; and when a resident has a significant change in condition.4. a. Facility Administrator, Facility RN & RCC are responsible for ensuring these corrections are compeleted/monitored.

Citation #4: C0270 - Change of Condition and Monitoring

Visit History:
1 Visit: 3/2/2023 | Not Corrected
2 Visit: 7/20/2023 | Corrected: 6/1/2023
Inspection Findings:
Based on interview and record review, it was determined the facility failed to ensure short-term changes of condition were monitored through resolution for 1 of 3 sampled residents (#1) with a short-term change of condition. Findings include, but are not limited to:Resident 1 was admitted to the facility in 10/2019 with diagnoses including hypertension and cerebrovascular disease.Resident 1's clinical record and charting notes, reviewed from 11/29/22 through 02/27/23, revealed the following:* Resident 1 had an order for carvedilol 6.25 mg by mouth twice daily for hypertension; and* The medication was not administered due to lack of availability between 01/29/23 through 01/31/23.There was no documented evidence the facility monitored the resident's condition for potential complications due to not receiving his/her routine dose of antihypertensive medication. This was confirmed during an interview with Staff 1 (Administrator) and Staff 2 (RN) on 03/01/23 at 1:52 pm.The need to ensure the facility monitors short-term changes of condition through resolution was discussed with Staff 1, Staff 2 and Staff 4 (RCC) on 03/02/23. They acknowledged the findings.
Plan of Correction:
1. a. Facility RN re-assessed Resident #1 and completed documentation of resolution of short-term change in condition related to missed Carvedilol 6.25mg. 2. a. Facility staff will identify and monitor residents for any short-term changes in condition and determine and document what actions or interventions are needed.2. b. Any short-term changes in condition will be communicated to staff on each shift. Staff instructions and interventions will be resident specific. Monitoring will be documented by progress notes at least weekly until condition resolves. 2. c. Utilization of Temporary Service Plan or Alert Flowsheet to allow staff to:- have a guide in identifying and recognizing short-term changes in condition- determine what actions and interventions are needed - what and when to monitor, document and report- who and when to notify Administrator, RN or Healthcare provider2. d. Utilization of 24-hour report log for short-term changes in condition to be used as:- communication tool for all staff on all shifts- tracking tool to ensure timely monitoring and documentation until resolution2. e. Daily team huddle to be led by Officer-in-charge to go over any new/resolving changes in condition including short-term changes.2. f. Daily review by Officer-in-charge of health record system reports or dashboards for any missed or refused medications and treatments.2. g. Electronic Health Record system will be changed to a better system that integrates all aspects of resident care and allow for a more streamlined and timely documentation of monitoring and intervention for short-term changes of condition. Facility is moving from an old sytem QuickMar to PointClickCare.2. h. All Staff will be trained or re-trained on identifying changes in residents' condition and corresponding policies and procedures on staff responsibilities, reporting, monitoring, documentation until resolution.3. a. Officer in charge/RCC will review at least daily.3. b. RN/Administrator will evaluate at least weekly. 4. a. Facility Administrator, Facility RN & RCC are responsible for ensuring these corrections are compeleted/monitored.

Citation #5: C0295 - Infection Prevention & Control

Visit History:
1 Visit: 3/2/2023 | Not Corrected
2 Visit: 7/20/2023 | Corrected: 6/1/2023
Inspection Findings:
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to exercise reasonable precautions against any condition that may threaten the health, safety or welfare of residents. Findings include, but are not limited to:Per Oregon Administrative Rule 333-019-1011(6), (8) and (10), persons employed in an assisted living or residential care facility are required to wear a face mask while they are in the facility except when the employee is alone in a closed room.Upon entering the facility for the survey on 02/27/23 at 9:00 am, some administrative staff and direct care staff were observed not wearing face masks. During the remainder of the survey, 02/27/23 through 03/02/23, multiple kitchen and direct care staff were observed on several occasions having their masks pulled down so as not to cover their nose and, in some cases, not covering their mouth or nose. These staff were in the kitchen, medication rooms or common areas with the doors open, and residents were observed to be able to enter freely into the rooms.The need to ensure staff consistently complied with masking requirements was discussed with Staff 1 (Administrator) during the exit meeting on 03/02/23.
Plan of Correction:
1.a. Strictly implement proper use of mask and PPE according to current Federal, State and County guidelines.2.a. Frequent rounding, reminder and correction by Officer in Charge and Infectious disease specialist for proper mask and PPE use.2.b. Staff and resident training and re-training on proper mask and PPE use to include current rules, how, where and when to use.3.a. At least daily rounding by officer in charge3.b. Evaluated at least weekly by Infectious disease specialist.4.a. Infectious disease specialist will be responsible to see that corrections are completed and monitored.

Citation #6: C0300 - Systems: Medications and Treatments

Visit History:
1 Visit: 3/2/2023 | Not Corrected
2 Visit: 7/20/2023 | Corrected: 6/1/2023
Inspection Findings:
Based on observation, interview and record review, it was determined the facility failed to ensure a safe medication system and failed to ensure adequate professional oversight. Findings include, but are not limited to:During the relicensure survey, conducted 02/27/23 through 03/02/23, the facility failed to ensure a safe medication and treatment system, and administrative oversight was found to be ineffective based on the following:a. The medication room door near the front entrance reception area was unlocked and the door was open when survey entered the building on 02/27/23. Multiple bubble packed medications were accessible on the counter. b. Administrative oversight was found to be ineffective based on the deficiencies in the following areas:C 303: Systems: Medication and Treatment Orders;C 305: Systems: Resident Right to Refuse; C 310: Systems: Medication Administration; C 325: Systems: Self-Administration of Medication; andC 330: Systems: Psychotropic Medications.The need to ensure a safe medication system and to ensure adequate professional oversight based on deficiencies related to medication administration was discussed during the exit meeting on 03/02/23. Staff 1 (Administrator) acknowledged the findings.
Plan of Correction:
1.a. Strictly implement for all medications administered by the facility will be stored in locked containers in a secured environment such as a medcart or medication room. Only authorized facility staff (Medtech/RCC/Officer-in-charge/dietitian/RN/Administrator) will have access to these storage units and must be kept secure and locked when not in direct sight by authorized facility staff.2.a. Frequent rounding, reminder and correction by Officer in Charge, RCC and RN to ensure medication storage units are secure.2.b. Staff training and re-training on medication storage and security.3.a. At least daily rounding by Officer-in-charge/RCC.3.b. Evaluated at least weekly by RN/Administrator.4.a. The Facility Administrator/Facility RN & RCC will be responsible to see that corrections and completed and monitored.

Citation #7: C0303 - Systems: Treatment Orders

Visit History:
1 Visit: 3/2/2023 | Not Corrected
2 Visit: 7/20/2023 | Corrected: 6/1/2023
Inspection Findings:
2. Resident 1 was admitted to the facility in 10/2019 with diagnoses including hemiplegia and hemiparesis. Resident 1's MAR/TAR, dated 02/01/23 through 02/27/23 and corresponding progress notes and prescriber orders were reviewed and revealed the following:* The resident had an order for oxycodone 5 mg as needed for pain with no more than one tab administered per day. The resident received two doses on 02/01/23; and* The resident had an order for nystatin to be applied topically once a day for rashes. The TAR was blank on 02/04/23 and 02/07/23.On 02/28/23 at 1:12 pm, the surveyor and Staff 14 (Agency LPN/MT) observed and checked the MAR/TAR and medication supply. Staff 14 was unable to verify if the above orders had been followed. The need to ensure medications were carried out as prescribed was discussed with Staff 1 (Administrator), Staff 2 (RN) and Staff 4 (RCC) on 03/02/23. They acknowledged the findings.
Based on observation, interview and record review, it was determined the facility failed to ensure all written, signed orders for medications and treatments from a physician or other legally recognized practitioner were carried out as prescribed for 2 of 3 sampled residents (#s 1 and 2) whose records were reviewed. Findings include, but are not limited to:1. Review of Resident 2's 02/01/23 through 02/26/23 MAR/TAR's and current signed physician orders, identified the following orders were not carried out as prescribed:* Carvedilol 12.5 mg tablet (for hypertension), order noted to notify PCP [primary care provider], if systolic blood pressure (top number) was greater than 160; and* Lidocaine-Prilocaine 2.5% cream (for pain), as needed every four hours.The 02/2023 MAR indicated on 23 occasions, Resident 2's systolic blood pressure was over 160.During an interview with Staff 1 (Administrator) and Staff 2 (RN) on 02/28/23, it was reported there was no documentation the physician was notified of the elevated systolic blood pressure. During an interview on 03/01/23 at 10:30 am, Resident 2, reported s/he had Lidocaine cream for pain in his/her feet, however, s/he was always told the medication was not available. The resident stated s/he would like the treatment, if they had it. During an observation and interview on 03/01/23 at 10:45 am, Staff 13 (Agency LPN/MT), stated the Lidocaine was not located in the resident's room or in the medication cart and she was not able to administer it. The need to ensure all orders for medications from a physician or legally recognized practitioner were carried out as prescribed was discussed with Staff 1 and Staff 2 on 03/01/23. They acknowledged the findings.
Plan of Correction:
1. a. Facility corrected medication and treatment orders for Resident #2 by:- Notifying PCP according to order parameters of blood pressure medication- Requested PCP for clarification of frequency of notification for any out of range vital signs- Making sure supply of as needed cream available and accessible to medtech1. b. Facility corrected medication and treatment orders for Resident #1 by:- Medtech staff education, coaching and monitoring of medtech staff on dosing frequency parameters for prn Oxycodone and timely and accurate documentation of Nystatin and other treatments.- Adding additional eMAR controls to space prn Oxycodone doses according to order.2. a. Medication and treatment orders by a legally recognized practitioner will be carried out as prescribed. All medications and treatments facility administers will be documented in the resident's record. 2. b. Medication and treatment orders including associated parameters for administering and reporting, ie. Blood pressure parameters, will be followed and documented accordingly.2. c. Medication and treatment orders will be reviewed for completeness and clarity. Any unclear parameters will be clarified with ordering practitioner. ie. Oxycodone 1 tablet PO daily PRN need clarified if daily means 24hours apart in dosing or day-by-day allowance to take prn with parameter on how many hours in between daily dose.2. d. Medication and treatment supplies will be available and on hand at all times in order to be carried out and administered as prescribed. Medications and treatments will be ordered and re-ordered timely to ensure adequate supply and stored in a location accessible to authorized staff.Medtech should take steps in locating, re-ordering and reporting any missing medications and treatments.2. e. All facility administered medications and treatments will be documented timely in resident's record by responsible medtech.2. f. Facility will conduct an audit of all medications and treatment orders for all residents to address the following:- Ensure there are corresponding signed orders from each resident's legally recognized practitioner and that these orders are correctly written on residents facility record. - Orders will be reviewed for completeness and clarity and facility will make every effort to request for clarification from ordering practitioner.- Ensure all medications and treatments administered by facility are available and on hand. 2. g. All new medication and treatment orders will be reviewed via triple-check process per facility policy.2. h. Daily review by Officer-in-charge/RCC of health record system reports or dashboards for any missed entries, missed administration or refused medications and treatments.2. i. Electronic Health Record system will be changed to a better system that integrates all aspects of resident care including Medication and Treatment management and documentation. Facility is moving from an old sytem QuickMar to PointClickCare with scheduled GoLive date in mid-April 2023. New system will allow for tracking dashboards, setting and flagging parameters on medications, re-ordering medications and documentation.2. j. All Medtechs will be trained or re-trained on Medication and Treatment Administration and Policies and Procedures.3. a. Officer in charge/RCC will review at least daily.3. b. RN/Administrator will evaluate this plan of correction at least weekly until substantial complaince met.3. c. All medications and treatments will be audited and updated if needed during this period of correction, in the next 60 days. Moving forward, Medications and treatments will be reviewed prior to and at resident move-in day, as needed and quarterly thereafter. 4. a. Facility Administrator, Facility Nurse & RCC are responsible for ensuring these corrections are compeleted/monitored.

Citation #8: C0305 - Systems: Resident Right to Refuse

Visit History:
1 Visit: 3/2/2023 | Not Corrected
2 Visit: 7/20/2023 | Corrected: 6/1/2023
Inspection Findings:
Based on interview and record review, it was determined the facility failed to notify the physician when a resident refused consent to an order, for 1 of 1 sampled resident (#2) with multiple medication refusals. Findings include, but are not limited to:Resident 2 was admitted to the facility in 05/2022 with diagnoses including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and constipation. Resident 2's MAR from 02/01/23 through 02/27/23 was reviewed and identified the following medication refusals:* Chlorhexidine rinse (for gums and tongue) was refused on 14 occasions;* Combivent Respimat inhaler (for COPD) was refused on 19 occasions; * Fluticasone nasal spray (for congestion) was refused on 22 occasions; * Lactulose solution (for constipation) was refused on 11 occasions; and* Wixela inhaler (for Asthma) was refused on 18 occasions. There was no documented evidence the facility notified the physician of the resident's refusals. The need to ensure the facility notified the physician when Resident 2 refused prescribed medication or treatment orders was reviewed with Staff 1 (Administrator) and Staff 2 (RN) on 02/28/23. Staff 1 acknowledged the physician had not been informed of the refusals.
Plan of Correction:
1. a. Facility made correction to rule on Resident Right to Refuse for Resident #2 by:- Notified PCP of medication and treatment refusals - Requested PCP clarification of frequency of notification for any medication or treatment refusal2. a. Facility will notify physician or prescriber of any refusals of medication or treatment order. Subsequent refusals will be reported as requested by physician or prescriber.2. b. Medtechs will report and document each refusal per physician or prescriber order. 2. c. Officer in charge/RCC will review any refusals and ensure Medtechs have reported and documented per physician orders. Review will be done at least daily during rounding and electronic health record dashboard review. 2. d. For subsequent or frequent refusals and if no parameters are set Officer in-charge/RCC will request review and parameters from physician or prescriber on frequency of notification for frequently refused medications and facility records to be update as necessary.2. e. All Medtechs will be trained or re-trained on Resident Right to Refuse in relation to medications and treatments and related Policies and Procedures.3. a. Officer in charge/RCC will review at least daily.3. b. RN/Administrator will evaluate this plan of correction at least weekly until substantial complaince met.3. c. All resident refusal parameters will be audited and updated if needed during this period of correction, in the next 60 days. Moving forward, edications and treatments refusals will be audited every quarter and as needed.4. a. Facility Administrator, Facility Nurse & RCC are responsible for ensuring these corrections are compeleted/monitored.

Citation #9: C0310 - Systems: Medication Administration

Visit History:
1 Visit: 3/2/2023 | Not Corrected
2 Visit: 7/20/2023 | Corrected: 6/1/2023
Inspection Findings:
Based on interview and record review, it was determined the facility failed to ensure MARs were accurate, had resident-specific parameters for PRN medications and clear instructions to staff for 3 of 3 sampled residents (#s 1, 2 and 3) whose MARs were reviewed. Findings include, but are not limited to:1. Resident 3 was admitted to the facility in 05/2022 with diagnoses including osteoporosis and a history of fractures.Resident 3's 02/01/23 through 02/27/23 MAR and physician orders were reviewed and identified the following PRN medications lacked resident specific parameters: * PRN Tylenol (for pain) and PRN Oxycodone (for pain); * PRN Naproxen (for headache) and PRN Rizatriptan (for migraines); and* PRN Miralax (for constipation) and PRN bisacodyl suppository (for constipation). The need to ensure the MAR had clear parameters and instructions for staff when more than one PRN medication was prescribed for the same condition was reviewed with Staff 1 (Administrator) on 03/01/23. She acknowledged the findings.
2. Resident 1 was admitted to the facility in 10/2019 with diagnoses including hemiplegia, hemiparesis and cerebrovascular disease.Resident 1's MAR/TAR dated 02/01/23 through 02/27/23 and corresponding progress notes and prescriber orders were reviewed and revealed the following:a. Resident 1 had the following two PRN medications prescribed for pain:* Acetaminophen 500 mg - give one tablet every eight hours as needed for pain. Administer first, and if not effective after one hour administer oxycodone; and* Oxycodone 5 mg - one tablet by mouth once a day as needed for pain. Oxycodone was administered outside of the resident specific parameters established by the RN on eleven occasions in 02/2023.b. The resident had an order for Senexon-S 50-8.6 mg - give two tablets by mouth once a day, as needed for constipation. Staff 2 (RN) included parameters to administer after two days of no bowel movement. The bowel medication was not administered per the RN parameters on 02/07/23 and 02/15/23.c. The following PRN medication lacked resident specific parameters to ensure unlicensed caregivers used no discretion in administering the medication:* Meclizine 25 mg tablet, take 1 tablet three to four times a day as needed for dizziness. The need to ensure resident specific parameters were included on the MAR for PRN medications and were followed was discussed with Staff 1 (Administrator), Staff 2 and Staff 4 (RCC) on 03/02/23. They acknowledged the findings.
3. Resident 2 admitted to the facility in 05/2022 with diagnoses including functional paraplegia and constipation.Resident 2's MAR/TAR from 02/01/23 through 02/27/23 and current signed physician orders were reviewed and identified the following inaccuracies on the MAR/TAR:* Bowel monitoring instructions included to give PRN Lactulose if no bowel movement in three days. There was no documented evidence Resident 2 was prescribed PRN Lactulose. The need to ensure MAR/TAR's were accurate and included clear instructions for unlicensed staff was discussed with Staff 1 (Administrator) and Staff 2 (RN) on 02/28/23. They acknowledged the findings.
Plan of Correction:
1. a. Facility corrected Resident #3 medication orders adding clear parameters and instructions that reflect resident's preference and ability to self-direct use of one or more PRN medication for the same condition.1. b. Facility corrected Resident #1 medication by:- adding clear parameters and instructions that reflect resident's preference and ability to self-direct use of more than 1 PRN medication for pain and bowel medications.- education, coaching and monitoring of staff on bowel monitoring and following prn bowel medications per order- requested PCP clarification of prn Meclizine order to eliminate ranges if possible. RN reviewed order and set clear parameters for staff to follow.1. c. Facility corrected Resident #2 bowel monitoring and prn Lactulose for instructions to match according to current order.2. a. Facility will keep an accurate Medication Administration Record (MAR) as ordered by a legally recognized prescriber. All medications and treatments facility administers will be documented in the resident's record. 2. b. Medication and treatment orders including associated parameters for administering and reporting will be followed and documented accordingly. 2. c. Medication and treatment orders will be reviewed for accuracy, completeness and clarity to ensure unlicensed caregivers are able to understand and follow without use of their own discretion in administering these orders. Resident specific parameters and clear instructions for prn medications will be established and reviewed by or in collaboration with community RN, community pharmacist or legal recognized prescriber.2. d. Medication and treatment monitoring parameters will likewise be reviewed, documented and followed accordingly. ie. bowel monitoring reviewed to use prn Lactulose 2. e. Facility will conduct an audit of all medications and treatment orders for all residents to address the following:- Ensure there are corresponding signed orders from each resident's legally recognized practitioner and that these orders are correctly written on residents facility record. - Orders will be reviewed for completeness and clarity and facility will make every effort to request for clarification from ordering practitioner or consult/collaborate with community RN/community pharmacy partner for any additional resident and order specific parameters2. f. All new medication and treatment orders will be reviewed via triple-check process per facility policy.2. g. Daily review by Officer-in-charge/RCC of health record system reports or dashboards for any PRN medications used2. h. Electronic Health Record system will be changed to a better system that integrates all aspects of resident care including Medication and Treatment management and documentation. Facility is moving from an old sytem QuickMar to PointClickCare with scheduled GoLive date in mid-April 2023. New system will allow for tracking dashboards, setting and flagging parameters on medications, re-ordering medications and documentation.2. i. All Medtechs will be trained or re-trained on Medication and Treatment Administration and Policies and Procedures.3. a. Officer in charge/RCC will review at least daily.3. b. RN/Administrator will evaluate this plan of correction at least weekly until substantial complaince met.3. c. All medications and treatments will be audited and updated if needed during this period of correction, in the next 60 days. Moving forward, Medications and treatments will be audited and reviewed prior to and at resident move-in day, as needed and quarterly thereafter. 4. a. Facility Administrator, Facility Nurse & RCC are responsible for ensuring these corrections are compeleted/monitored.

Citation #10: C0325 - Systems: Self-Administration of Meds

Visit History:
1 Visit: 3/2/2023 | Not Corrected
2 Visit: 7/20/2023 | Corrected: 6/1/2023
Inspection Findings:
Based on observation, interview and record review, it was determined the facility failed to ensure residents who chose to self-administer their medications were evaluated for safety and ensure physician's orders were in place for the self-administration of prescription medications for 1 of 1 sampled resident (#1) who self-administrated prescription medications. Findings include, but are not limited to: Resident 1 was admitted to the facility in 10/2019 with diagnoses including cognitive dysfunction and dysphagia. Review of Resident 1's quarterly evaluation, dated 01/10/23, revealed staff were to administer and watch the resident take all his/her medications.During an interview with Resident 1 on 02/28/23, s/he showed this surveyor a medication cup filled with Enulose (for bowel regulation) and stated MT's left liquid medications at his/her bedside frequently.A current quarterly evaluation of the resident's ability to self-administer prescription medications and a prescriber's order was requested on 03/01/23. The facility was unable to provide the requested self-medication evaluation or prescriber's order.The need to ensure residents who chose to self-administer medications were evaluated for safety and had a physician's written order of approval for the self-administration of prescription medications was discussed with Staff 1 (Administrator), Staff 2 (RN) and Staff 4 (RCC) on 03/02/23. They acknowledged the findings.
Plan of Correction:
1. Facility re-evaluated Resident #1 for preference and ability to self-administer medications and requested his primary care physician for a written order approval. In the meantime, staff have been educated, coached and monitored to follow proper medication administration policies and procedures. 2. a. Facility will evaluate Residents who choose to self-administer their own medications upon move in, quarterly and as needed or when a resident prefers to start self-administering their medications.2. b. Trained staff will evaluate resident for safety in self-administration of medication and will document this evaluation. This evaluation will conclude with a physician's written order of approval for the self-administration of prescribed medications. If approved for self-administration, this will be noted in the MAR for medtech/staff to follow. Residents will likewise be notified and education provided on self-administration of medications when applicable.2. c. All Medtechs will be trained or re-trained on Self-Administration of Medications and corresponding Policies and Procedures.3. a. Frequent rounding, reminder and correction by Officer in charge/RCC at least daily to ensure policy on self-administration is followed.3. b. RN/Administrator will evaluate this plan of correction at least weekly until substantial complaince met.3. c. All resident medications and treatments will be audited and updated if needed during this period of correction, in the next 60 days. Moving forward, self-medication will be audited and reviewed prior to and at resident move-in day, as needed and quarterly thereafter.4. a. Facility Administrator, Facility Nurse & RCC are responsible for ensuring these corrections are compeleted/monitored.

Citation #11: C0330 - Systems: Psychotropic Medication

Visit History:
1 Visit: 3/2/2023 | Not Corrected
2 Visit: 7/20/2023 | Corrected: 6/1/2023
Inspection Findings:
Based on interview and record review, it was determined the facility failed to ensure staff documented non-pharmacological interventions had been tried with ineffective results prior to administering PRN psychotropic medications for 1 of 1 sampled resident (#2) who was prescribed a PRN medication to treat the resident's anxiety. Findings include, but are not limited to:Resident 2 was prescribed PRN hydroxyzine to treat symptoms of anxiety. The 02/01/23 through 02/27/23 MAR indicated the resident was administered the medications on 15 occasions.The facility failed to document non-pharmacological interventions were attempted and ineffective prior to administering the psychotropic medication on 15 occasions. The need to ensure staff attempted and documented non-pharmacological interventions were ineffective prior to administering PRN psychotropic medications to treat a resident's behavior was discussed with Staff 1 (Administrator) and Staff 2 (RN) on 02/28/23. They acknowledged the findings.
Plan of Correction:
1. a. Facility corrected Resident #2 use of psychotropic medications by:- added clear instructions, parameters and documentation of non-pharmacologic interventions for behaviors prior to administration of psychotropic medications- updated prescriber of frequency of behaviors that lead to use of psychotropic medications and requested update on recommendations to manage behaviors2. a. Facility will use psychotropic medications only according to a prescription from a legal authorized prescriber that specifies the circumstances, dosages and duration of use. These medications can only be used when required to treat a resident's medical symptoms or to maximize a resident's functioning and must have resident-specific paramters. 2. b. Staff will attempt and document all non-pharmacologic interventions tried prior to administration of prn psychotropic medications. 2. c. Officer in charge/RCC will review any psychotropic medication administration and corresponding non-pharmacological behavior interventions tried. Review will be done at least daily during rounding and electronic health record dashboard review. 2. d. All Direct Care Staff will be trained or re-trained on non-pharmacologic behavior interventions and related Policies and Procedures. Additionally, all Medtechs will be trained or re-trained on use of psychotropic medications when non-pharmacologic interventions are ineffective and related documentation and policies and procedures.3. a. Officer in charge/RCC will review at least daily.3. b. RN/Administrator will evaluate this plan of correction at least weekly until substantial complaince met.3. c. All resident Psychotropic medication orders and non-pharmacologic behavioral intervention will be audited and updated if needed during this period of correction, in the next 60 days. Moving forward, these will be reviewed and audited before and at move-in, every quarter and as needed.4. a. Facility Administrator, Facility Nurse & RCC are responsible for ensuring these corrections are compeleted/monitored.

Citation #12: C0510 - General Building Exterior

Visit History:
1 Visit: 3/2/2023 | Not Corrected
2 Visit: 7/20/2023 | Corrected: 6/1/2023
Inspection Findings:
Based on observation and interview, it was determined the facility failed to ensure pathway edges did not have drop-offs and the facility grounds were kept orderly and free from refuse. Findings include, but are not limited to:1. Observations of the exterior of the facility 02/27/23 through 02/28/23 showed drop-offs along pathway edges of 3 inches or greater in multiple areas.2. An exterior corridor between buildings A and B had items including discarded and broken pottery, a grill, gate frames and garbage. The need to ensure pathways did not have drop-offs and the exterior of the facility was kept free of refuse was discussed with Staff 1 (Administrator) on 03/01/23 at 10:15 am. She acknowledged the findings.
Plan of Correction:
1a. We will direct our landscape maintenance subcontractor fill in the pathway drop-offs with grave, soil, and/or bark dust to ensure that the drop-offs on each side of the exterior pathway do not exceed an 1 inch drop-off. On a bi-annual basis, we will have our maintenance crew, including our lanscape maintenance contractor inspect and make sure these drop offs on each side of the exterior pathways do not exceed more than an inch. 1b. The items along the exterior corridor were already cleaned and removed. On a bi-weekly basis, we will have our housekeeping and maintenance crew inspect the exterior of the facility and ensure that it is kept orderly and free of litter and refuse. 2. See comments under 1a and 1b above.We will also re-train and re-orient all maintenance and housekeeping staff regarding this deficiency, and corrective actions and processes that are (or will be) setup to address this issue. 3. Please see 1a and 1b above. 4. The Business Support/Accounting Specialist will be the responsible person to inspect the exterior walkways and drop offs/edges are kept to an inch or less. The Resident Care Coordinator will be responsible to oversee the Housekeeping staff and ensure that the exterior grounds are kept orderly and free of litter/refuse on a bi-weekly basis, as part of their cleaning plan.

Citation #13: C0513 - Doors, Walls, Elevators, Odors

Visit History:
1 Visit: 3/2/2023 | Not Corrected
2 Visit: 7/20/2023 | Corrected: 6/1/2023
Inspection Findings:
Based on observation and interview, it was determined the facility failed to ensure the environment was clean and maintained in good repair. Findings include, but are not limited to:Observations of the facility on 02/27/23 through 02/28/23 revealed the following areas were in need of cleaning and/or repair:Building A* Multiple resident apartment doors throughout building A had scrapes, missing paint and/or gouges (large gouge across from room 5);* The walls throughout building A were gouged exposing the sheet rock below and/or had drip marks, splatters and scuff marks;* The handrails and baseboards throughout building A had scrapes, scuffs and gouges; * The ceiling fans and vents were covered with dust and cobwebs;* Exit doors were dirty with scuffs and the front door had exposed wood; and* There were bugs in the light fixture by the elevator.Building B* Multiple resident apartment doors throughout building B had scrapes, missing paint and/or gouges (large gouge outside room 1);* Outlet cover by room 1 was broken;* Wall in dinning room by water bottle storage had splatters and drips;* There were stains in the carpet by the fireplace;* The fireplace screen was dirty and had a rip in it;* The walls throughout building B were gouged exposing the sheet rock below and/or had drip marks, splatters and scuff marks;* The handrails and baseboards throughout building B had scrapes, scuffs and gouges; * The vents were covered with dust; and* Exit doors were dirty with scuffs and the front door had exposed wood.Building C* Multiple resident apartment doors throughout building C had scrapes, missing paint and/or gouges (large gouge outside room 5);* Exit doors were dirty with scuffs and paint scraped off;* The walls throughout building C were gouged exposing the sheet rock below and/or had drip marks, splatters and scuff marks;* The baseboards throughout building C had scrapes, scuffs and gouges;* There were cobwebs on the ceiling above room 1;* Elevator wall was gouged;* Wall outside kitchenette had splatters and drips;* The wall below the upstairs TV had a brown substance smeared on it;* Ceiling vents covered with dust and dirt; and* Second floor stairway door covered with splatter.The environment was toured and the need to maintain interior surfaces clean and in good repair was discussed with Staff 1 (Administrator) on 03/01/23. She acknowledged the findings.
Plan of Correction:
1a. We will engage a third party subcontractor to repair and repaint the resident doors, hallways, including handrails and baseboard materials for all buildings.1b. Please note that the old (existing) wing of Building A will be under renovation as part of the ongoing 8 bedroom construction/addition, which is expected to be complete by by end of June 2023. All of the observed wall scrapes, missing paint, and / or gouges throughout Building A be replaced and/or repaired and re-painted.1c. We will re-orient and re-train all housekeeping staff to follow the daily cleaning routine tasks that is designed to maintain the cleanliness and orderliness, of all the interior surfaces of the three buildings, which includes the floors, walls, ceiling, doors, windows, furniture, light fixtures, and all equipment. 1d. We will create a repairs and maintenance checklist including routine inspections that will list and identify preventive measures to ensure that all equipment furniture and fixtures are operating effectively and efficinetly. We will also re-orient and re-train all interior maintenance staff to ensure that they understand the process and procedures regarding maintenance so appropriate actions are taken to repair and maintain all facility equipment, furniture and fixtures.2. Please see 1a - 1d above. In additon, we will conduct spot audits by the Administrator/Resident Care Coordinator staff and monthly inspections to ensure that the housekeeping and maintenance activities are carried out timely and properly. 3. Please see item 2 above.4. Please see item 2 above. In addition, the Administrator will coordinate all of the repairs and renovation of Buildings B and C with the Building Owners.

Citation #14: C0530 - Housekeeping and Laundry

Visit History:
1 Visit: 3/2/2023 | Not Corrected
2 Visit: 7/20/2023 | Corrected: 6/1/2023
Inspection Findings:
Based on observation and interview, it was determined the facility failed to ensure washers had a minimum rinse temperature of 140 degrees Fahrenheit unless a chemical disinfectant was used when washing soiled linens and soiled clothing. Findings include, but are not limited to: All facility laundry was washed in the laundry room in Building C. A tour of the laundry room in Building C on 03/01/23 at 10:15 am revealed the following:* There was no way to verify the washing machines reached at least 140 degrees F. during the rinse cycle; and* The facility was using a detergent that did not indicate it had disinfecting properties. The need to ensure laundry detergents included a disinfectant when rinse temperatures were less than 140 degrees F. was discussed with Staff 1 (Administrator) on 03/01/23. She acknowledged the findings.
Plan of Correction:
1. We implemented use of detergents with disinfectant properties when washing soiled linens and soiled clothing. 2. Laundry policy and procedures has been updated to include disinfecting detergent use for soiled linen. A laundry in-service training will be conducted with all direct care staff emphasizing the importance of proper laundry care, including adding detergents with disinfecting properties when washing soiled linen and soiled clothing. Written, clear laundry instructions will be made available for staff.3. Initial evaluation will be done within 60 days of this correction period. Policies and procedures will be monitored monthly until substantial compliance reached then quarterly and as needed thereafter. 4. The Administrator, and the Resident Care Coordinator will be the accountable persons in ensuring that all direct care staff are trained on this process.

Citation #15: C0540 - Heating and Ventilation

Visit History:
1 Visit: 3/2/2023 | Not Corrected
2 Visit: 7/20/2023 | Corrected: 6/1/2023
Inspection Findings:
Based on observation and interview, it was determined the facility failed to ensure covers, grates, or screens of wall heaters and associated heating elements did not exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit (F) when installed in locations that were subject to incidental contact by individuals. Findings include, but are not limited to:On 02/28/23, gas fireplaces were observed in common living rooms of Buildings A, B and C. The fireplaces were located where residents could come into incidental contact with them. The fireplace in building A was not turned on. The fireplaces in Buildings B and C were on and hot to the touch. The temperatures were taken with the surveyor's thermometer. The fireplace in Building B was observed to have a surface temperature of 142.9 degrees F. The fireplace in Building C was observed to be 155.1 degrees F. Staff 1 (Administrator) was notified 02/28/23. Staff 1 acknowledged the surface temperatures were too hot and immediately alerted staff to turn off the fireplaces. Staff 1 explained she would have the temperatures adjusted or install screens on all the fireplaces.
Plan of Correction:
1. We will replace all gas fireplaces in all building with electric fireplace(s) to avoid the risks associated with this deficiency. For Building A, the fireplace replacement was included in the scope of the renovation that is expected to be completed by end of June 2023. For Buildings B and C, we will include the replacement of the gas fireplace with electric fireplaces in the scope of the painting and minor renovation. In the interim, we will disable the use of the gas fireplaces.2. Please see item 1 above.3. Once the gas fireplaces are replaced, this deficiency will be eliminated and resolved permanently.4. The Administrator will work with the Building Owners to make sure that this task is completed.

Survey FQB2

0 Deficiencies
Date: 1/20/2023
Type: State Licensure, Other

Citations: 1

Citation #1: C0000 - Comment

Visit History:
1 Visit: 1/20/2023 | Not Corrected
Inspection Findings:
The findings of the kitchen inspection, conducted 01/20/23, are documented in this report. It was determined the facility was in substantial compliance with the OARs 411-054-0030 for Residential Care and Assisted Living Facilities for Resident Services- Meals, and Oregon Health Service Food Sanitation Rules OARs 333-150-0000.