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Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Palm Garden Of Pinellas during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
A resident with cognitive impairment and a history of exit-seeking behavior managed to leave the facility unnoticed through an ambulance entrance with an electromagnetic lock. The resident walked 0.8 miles along busy roads before being spotted by a staff member. The facility did not notice the resident's absence for approximately 30 minutes. Contributing factors included unauthorized use of entry/exit codes, failure to recognize elopement signs, and sharing of codes with non-staff individuals. The root cause analysis identified deficiencies in door security, staff awareness, and response to elopement risks.
A resident with cognitive deficits and confusion exited the facility through an ambulance entrance door by using a security code. The resident walked outside, traversing busy roads before being noticed by a staff member. Despite a care plan in place for elopement risk, the resident's actions were not adequately monitored. Unauthorized sharing of door codes and staff unfamiliarity with safety protocols contributed to the incident. The investigation highlighted a lack of awareness and prompt response from staff, as well as inadequate supervision and safety measures.
Elopement Incident Due to Inadequate Supervision and Security Measures
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The facility failed to protect a resident (#1) from neglect by not ensuring supervision and services to prevent elopement, despite the resident's known history of exit-seeking behaviors and expressed desire to leave. Resident #1, at risk for elopement, managed to exit the facility unnoticed through an ambulance entrance equipped with an electromagnetic locking device. She walked approximately 0.8 miles along busy roads before being seen by a staff member returning from an appointment. The facility staff did not realize Resident #1 was missing for approximately 30 minutes, highlighting a significant lapse in supervision and safety measures. Review of Resident #1's medical history revealed diagnoses including cognitive communication deficit, anxiety disorder, and muscle weakness. Progress notes indicated mild cognitive impairment and increased wandering behavior, with an elopement evaluation scoring Resident #1 at risk. Despite being identified as an elopement risk, the facility's care plan aimed to prevent unsafe elopement episodes and maintain the resident's safety. Staff interviews revealed Resident #1's consistent exit-seeking behavior, desire to go home, and agitation, indicating a pattern of behavior that should have triggered heightened supervision measures. The facility's investigation identified unauthorized use of entry/exit codes, failure to recognize signs of elopement, and sharing of codes with non-staff individuals as contributing factors to Resident #1's elopement. The root cause analysis highlighted deficiencies in door security, staff awareness, and response to elopement risks. The facility's failure to provide adequate supervision and implement necessary safety measures resulted in an Immediate Jeopardy situation, posing a serious risk of harm to Resident #1 and highlighting systemic failures in protecting residents from neglect and elopement.
Elopement Incident Due to Inadequate Supervision and Unauthorized Door Access
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to ensure adequate supervision and safety measures for Resident #1, who was at risk for elopement due to cognitive deficits and confusion. On 3/25/2024, Resident #1 managed to exit the facility through an ambulance entrance door equipped with an electromagnetic locking device by punching in the security code. She walked outside the facility, traversing busy roads and traveling a significant distance before being noticed by a staff member returning from an appointment. Resident #1 was eventually picked up by facility staff and returned safely, but the incident highlighted a severe lapse in supervision and safety protocols. Multiple staff members acknowledged Resident #1's tendency to wander and exhibit exit-seeking behavior prior to the elopement incident. Despite being identified as at risk for elopement and having a care plan in place, Resident #1's actions were not adequately monitored or prevented. The facility's failure to recognize and address the signs of elopement, as well as the unauthorized sharing of door codes with non-staff individuals, contributed to the breach in safety that allowed Resident #1 to leave the premises unnoticed. The investigation revealed a series of events captured on camera, detailing Resident #1's journey outside the facility and the subsequent efforts to locate and return her safely. Interviews with staff members highlighted a lack of awareness regarding Resident #1's elopement and a failure to respond promptly to the situation. The root cause analysis identified unauthorized door access, inadequate supervision, and staff unfamiliarity with safety protocols as key factors that led to the deficiency in ensuring Resident #1's safety and preventing elopement.
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| Facility | Distance | Overall rating | Citations, 12 mo | Serious (J–L) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sabal Palms Health & Rehabilitation | 1.9 mi | — | 2 | 0 |
| Wrights Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center | 2.1 mi | — | 8 | 0 |
| Belleair Health Care Center | 2.4 mi | — | 0 | 0 |
| Aviata At Bryan Dairy | 2.5 mi | — | 4 | 4 |
| Oak Manor Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center | 2.6 mi | — | 0 | 0 |
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