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Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Community First Medical Center during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
The facility failed to follow proper sanitation and food storage practices, with several items in the kitchen found improperly labeled or stored. Items such as blueberry muffins, raw bacon, and various meats lacked open or expiration dates, and some were uncovered. A personal coffee cup was also improperly stored, risking cross-contamination. Interviews revealed non-compliance with the facility's food storage policy, which requires proper labeling and covering of food items to prevent foodborne illnesses.
A facility failed to maintain infection control standards, including timely removal of an IV device for a resident and inadequate cleaning of equipment between residents. A nurse administered medications without disinfecting shared equipment and gave a resident a pill that had fallen on the floor, contrary to infection control protocols.
Two residents in the facility had peripheral IV sites that were not labeled with the date and time of insertion, contrary to facility policy. One resident had a heparin lock on the left wrist without a label, despite a complex medical history including COPD and a recent fracture. Another resident was receiving normal saline IV fluid without a labeled insertion site, with a medical history of hypertension and diabetes. The registered nurse acknowledged the oversight, and the infection preventionist confirmed the importance of labeling to prevent infection.
A facility did not follow its respiratory infection control policy by failing to store a CPAP mask in a closable bag for a resident with obstructive sleep apnea and other health conditions. The mask was observed hanging off the machine, contrary to the policy requiring storage in a bag to prevent contamination. Staff were unaware of the proper storage procedure until confirmed by the respiratory manager.
Improper Food Storage and Labeling Practices
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Summary
The facility failed to adhere to proper sanitation and food storage practices, as observed during a kitchen tour. Several items in the walk-in freezer, cooler, and dry storage room were found improperly labeled or stored. Specifically, an open box of blueberry muffins, raw thawed bacon, and pureed food items lacked open or expiration dates. Additionally, various meats and other food items were found uncovered or without proper labeling, including roast beef, ground beef, pork loin, enchiladas, turkey sausage, and tilapia. A personal coffee cup was also improperly stored in the freezer, posing a risk of cross-contamination. Interviews with the dietary cook and chef revealed a lack of compliance with the facility's food storage policy, which mandates that all food items be dated upon receipt and properly covered to prevent foodborne illnesses. The chef, who was overseeing kitchen operations in the absence of the food service supervisor, acknowledged the importance of labeling and covering food items to reduce contamination risks. The facility's policy, dated 6/1/25, outlines these requirements, emphasizing the need for proper labeling and storage of all food items, including those prepared in advance.
Infection Control Deficiencies in Equipment Cleaning and Medication Administration
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Summary
The facility failed to maintain infection control standard precautions in several instances, leading to deficiencies in the care provided to residents. One resident, identified as R64, had an intravenous (IV) access device that was not removed in a timely manner after the completion of IV antibiotic therapy. The IV site was observed without a date and time at the insertion site, and it remained in place beyond the recommended duration, increasing the risk of infection. The registered nurse, V4, acknowledged the oversight and mentioned that the removal of the IV was on their to-do list. Additionally, the facility did not adhere to proper cleaning and disinfection protocols for equipment used between residents. The registered nurse, V4, was observed administering medications to multiple residents (R59, R60, R61, R62, and R66) without sanitizing the computer on wheels and scanner between uses. This failure to disinfect equipment between residents poses a risk of cross-contamination and transmission of infections. The infection preventionist, V5, confirmed that the computer on wheels should be wiped down with disinfectant wipes between each resident to prevent cross-contamination. Furthermore, during a medication administration incident involving resident R60, a medication pill fell on the floor and was subsequently picked up and given to the resident by the nurse, V4. This action was contrary to infection control protocols, as the medication should have been discarded due to potential contamination. The nurse acknowledged the mistake, stating that the pill should have been replaced with a new dose. These actions and inactions highlight significant lapses in the facility's infection prevention and control practices.
Failure to Label IV Sites in Two Residents
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure that the peripheral intravenous (IV) sites for two residents were labeled with the date and time of insertion, which is a requirement for proper monitoring and care. One resident, who had a peripheral IV line inserted in the cephalic vein of the left arm, was observed with a heparin lock on the left wrist area that was not labeled with the date and time of insertion. This resident had a complex medical history including conditions such as physical deconditioning, fracture, dizziness, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Another resident, who had a peripheral line in the median cubital vein of the left arm, was receiving normal saline IV fluid at a rate of 100 mL/hr, also without a date and time label at the insertion site. This resident's medical history included hypertension, diabetes mellitus, coronary artery disease, and congestive heart failure. The registered nurse acknowledged that the IV sites should be labeled and stated that the unlabeled sites were on their to-do list for removal. The infection preventionist confirmed that the purpose of dating the IV insertion site is to track when it was inserted and to change the site within 96 hours to prevent infection. The facility's policy requires that peripheral venous catheters be replaced and the site rotated every 96 hours unless there are signs of infection. The failure to label the IV sites as per policy could lead to potential risks, such as infection, due to the inability to track the duration the IV has been in place.
Failure to Store CPAP Mask Properly
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Summary
The facility failed to adhere to its respiratory infection control practices policy by not storing a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) mask in a closable bag for a resident. The resident, who was admitted with multiple health conditions including obstructive sleep apnea and chronic diastolic heart failure, had a respiratory order for non-invasive ventilation at bedtime using a CPAP device. During an observation, the surveyor noted the CPAP mask hanging off the side of the machine instead of being stored in a bag. A Licensed Practical Nurse stated that the respiratory therapist was responsible for the CPAP device setup, and the mask was always left hanging. The Director of Nursing was unaware of the storage requirement and sought confirmation from the respiratory therapist, who confirmed that the mask should be stored in a bag to prevent contamination and infection. The facility's policy required all respiratory equipment to be cleaned, packaged, labeled, dated, and stored in a closable plastic bag at the bedside after each use.
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