Inspection Details: RL000907


Date
10/24/2024
Event ID
RL000907
Inspection type(s)
Re-Licensure
Deficiencies cited
8

Citation Details

C0305
Severity Level: 2
Visits: 2
Scope
L2 Isolated
Visit Number
1
Visit Date
10/24/2024
Corrected Date
N/A
Details

OAR 411-054-0055 (1)(j-k) Systems: Resident Right to Refuse (j) The resident or the person legally authorized to make health care decisions for the resident has the right to consent to, or refuse, medications and treatments.(k) The physician or other practitioner must be notified if a resident refuses consent to an order. Subsequent refusals to consent to an order will be reported as requested by the prescriber. This Rule is not met as evidenced by: Based on interview and record review, it was determined the facility failed to notify the physician when a resident refused to consent to orders for 1 of 1 sampled resident (#4) who had documented medication refusals. Findings include, but are not limited to: Resident 1 was admitted to the facility in 12/2023 with diagnoses including dementia. A review of the resident's physician orders and 10/01/24 through 10/21/24 MAR identified the resident had refused multiple medication and treatments on 66 occasions. There was no documented evidence the physician had been notified of the refusals, or a signed order stating how often the physician would like to be notified of refusals. On 10/24/24, the need to ensure the facility notified physicians of medication refusals was discussed with Staff 1 (ED) and Staff 2 (Director of Health Services). They acknowledged the findings.

Plan of Correction

1. Notified physician of all refusals for resident #4. 2. Conducted retraining with all Med techs on the regulations surrounding resident right of refusal and requirements to notify the Physician unless the Physician requests they not be notified. 3. Reviewing medication refusals and making sure physicians have been notified according to their preference during morning stand up/clinical meeting while reviewing the 24 hr/72 hr report. Notification of refusals are additionally reviewed for accuracy during the weekly Resident Care Cooordinator audit review and monthly during the Continuous Quality Improvement meeting. 4. Executive Director, Licensed Nurse

Visit Number
2
Visit Date
1/22/2025
Corrected Date
N/A
Details

OAR 411-054-0055 (1)(j-k) Systems: Resident Right to Refuse (j) The resident or the person legally authorized to make health care decisions for the resident has the right to consent to, or refuse, medications and treatments.(k) The physician or other practitioner must be notified if a resident refuses consent to an order. Subsequent refusals to consent to an order will be reported as requested by the prescriber. This Rule is not met as evidenced by:

C0510
Severity Level: 2
Visits: 2
Scope
L2 Widespread
Visit Number
1
Visit Date
10/24/2024
Corrected Date
N/A
Details

OAR 411-054-0200 (3) General Building Exterior (3) GENERAL BUILDING EXTERIOR.(a) All exterior pathways and accesses to the RCF common-use areas, entrance, and exit ways must be made of hard, smooth material, be accessible, and maintained in good repair.(b) A RCF must take measures to prevent the entry of rodents, flies, mosquitoes, and other insects. There must be locked storage for all poisons, chemicals, rodenticides, and other toxic materials. All materials must be properly labeled.(c) RCF grounds must be kept orderly and free of litter and refuse. Garbage must be stored in covered refuse containers.(d) As described in OAR 411, division 057, memory care communities licensed as a RCF must be located on the ground floor. A CF cannot be endorsed as a memory care community.(e) A RCF must provide storage for all maintenance equipment, including yard maintenance tools, if not provided by a third-party contract.(f) A RCF must provide an accessible outdoor recreation area. The outdoor recreation area must be available to all residents. Lighting must be equal to a minimum of five foot candles. Memory Care Communities must provide residents with direct access to a secure outdoor recreation area as described in OAR chapter 411, division 057.(g) Outdoor perimeter fencing may not be secured to prevent exit unless the RCF has written approval from the Department for an exception or the RCF is in compliance with OAR chapter 411, division 057 (Memory Care Communities) or OAR 309-019-0100 through 309-019-0220.(h) A RCF must have an entry and exit drive to and from the main building entrance that allows for a vehicle to pick up and drop off residents and mail deliveries without the need for vehicles to back up. This Rule is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and interview, it was determined the facility failed to ensure all exterior pathways and accesses were maintained in good repair. Findings include, but are not limited to: The exterior of the facility was toured on 10/21/24. Exterior pathways in MCC courtyards contained multiple drop offs up to two inches, measured from the concrete to the ground. These drop-offs created potential fall hazards for residents. On 10/22/24, the building's exterior was toured with Staff 1 (ED) and Staff 6 (Plant Operations Director). They acknowledged the findings.

Plan of Correction

1. Drop offs have been corrected with addition of bark dust. Ground has been brought to cement level for all exterior walkways. 2. Routine inspection of all pathways to make sure they are in good repair and do not have drop off. 3. Weekly 4. Executive Director, Maintenance Director

Visit Number
2
Visit Date
1/22/2025
Corrected Date
N/A
Details

OAR 411-054-0200 (3) General Building Exterior (3) GENERAL BUILDING EXTERIOR.(a) All exterior pathways and accesses to the RCF common-use areas, entrance, and exit ways must be made of hard, smooth material, be accessible, and maintained in good repair.(b) A RCF must take measures to prevent the entry of rodents, flies, mosquitoes, and other insects. There must be locked storage for all poisons, chemicals, rodenticides, and other toxic materials. All materials must be properly labeled.(c) RCF grounds must be kept orderly and free of litter and refuse. Garbage must be stored in covered refuse containers.(d) As described in OAR 411, division 057, memory care communities licensed as a RCF must be located on the ground floor. A CF cannot be endorsed as a memory care community.(e) A RCF must provide storage for all maintenance equipment, including yard maintenance tools, if not provided by a third-party contract.(f) A RCF must provide an accessible outdoor recreation area. The outdoor recreation area must be available to all residents. Lighting must be equal to a minimum of five foot candles. Memory Care Communities must provide residents with direct access to a secure outdoor recreation area as described in OAR chapter 411, division 057.(g) Outdoor perimeter fencing may not be secured to prevent exit unless the RCF has written approval from the Department for an exception or the RCF is in compliance with OAR chapter 411, division 057 (Memory Care Communities) or OAR 309-019-0100 through 309-019-0220.(h) A RCF must have an entry and exit drive to and from the main building entrance that allows for a vehicle to pick up and drop off residents and mail deliveries without the need for vehicles to back up. This Rule is not met as evidenced by:

C0513
Severity Level: 2
Visits: 2
Scope
L2 Widespread
Visit Number
1
Visit Date
10/24/2024
Corrected Date
N/A
Details

OAR 411-054-0200 (4)(d-i) Doors, Walls, Elevators, Odors (d) INTERIOR DOORS. Lever-type door handles must be provided on all doors used by residents.(e) EXIT DOORS. Exit doors may not include locks that delay evacuation except as specified by the building codes. Such locks may not be installed except with written approval of the Department.(A) Exit doors may not include locks that prevent evacuation.(B) If an electronic code must be entered to use an exit door that code must be clearly posted for residents, visitors, and staff use.(f) WALLS AND CEILINGS. Walls and ceilings must be cleanable in kitchen, laundry, and bathing areas. Kitchen walls must be finished smooth per OAR 333-150-0000 (Food Sanitation Rules).(g) ELEVATORS. A RCF with residents on more than one floor must provide at least one elevator that meets Oregon Elevator Specialty Code (OESC) requirements.(h) The interior of the facility must be free from unpleasant odors.(i) All interior and exterior materials and surfaces (e.g., floors, walls, roofs, ceilings, windows, and furniture) and all equipment necessary for the health, safety, and comfort of the resident will be kept clean and in good repair. This Rule is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and interview, it was determined the facility failed to ensure the facility was clean, in good repair, and free of unpleasant odors. Findings include, but are not limited to: Observations of the Northside and Southside MCC units from 10/21/24 through 10/24/24 identified multiple walls, door frames, and window frames with chipped and missing paint in common areas. On 10/22/24, the areas in need of repair were toured with Staff 1 (ED) and Staff 6 (Plant Operations Director). They acknowledged the findings.

Plan of Correction

1. All door frames, walls, window frames in common areas have been repaired and repainted. 2. Routine environmental walkthrough to make sure community is in good repair. All staff have been retrained on notifying the Maintenance Director when there are areas needing repair promptly. 3. Weekly and as needed when notified of concern. 4. Executive Director, Maintenance Director

Visit Number
2
Visit Date
1/22/2025
Corrected Date
N/A
Details

OAR 411-054-0200 (4)(d-i) Doors, Walls, Elevators, Odors (d) INTERIOR DOORS. Lever-type door handles must be provided on all doors used by residents.(e) EXIT DOORS. Exit doors may not include locks that delay evacuation except as specified by the building codes. Such locks may not be installed except with written approval of the Department.(A) Exit doors may not include locks that prevent evacuation.(B) If an electronic code must be entered to use an exit door that code must be clearly posted for residents, visitors, and staff use.(f) WALLS AND CEILINGS. Walls and ceilings must be cleanable in kitchen, laundry, and bathing areas. Kitchen walls must be finished smooth per OAR 333-150-0000 (Food Sanitation Rules).(g) ELEVATORS. A RCF with residents on more than one floor must provide at least one elevator that meets Oregon Elevator Specialty Code (OESC) requirements.(h) The interior of the facility must be free from unpleasant odors.(i) All interior and exterior materials and surfaces (e.g., floors, walls, roofs, ceilings, windows, and furniture) and all equipment necessary for the health, safety, and comfort of the resident will be kept clean and in good repair. This Rule is not met as evidenced by:

C0613
Severity Level: 2
Visits: 1
Scope
L2 Widespread
Visit Number
1
Visit Date
10/24/2024
Corrected Date
N/A
Details

OAR 411-054-0300 (4)(d-i) General Building: Doors-Walls, Cleanable (d) INTERIOR DOORS. Lever-type door handles must be provided on all doors used by residents.(e) EXIT DOORS. Exit doors may not include locks that delay evacuation except as specified by building codes. Such locks may not be installed except with written approval of the Department.(A) Exit doors may not include locks that prevent evacuation.(B) If an electronic code must be entered to use an exit door that code must be clearly posted for residents, visitors, and staff use.(f) WALLS AND CEILINGS. Walls and ceilings must be cleanable in kitchen, laundry, and bathing areas. Kitchen walls must be finished smooth per OAR 333-150-0000 (Food Sanitation Rules).(g) ELEVATORS. An ALF with residents on more than one floor must provide at least one elevator that meets Oregon Elevator Specialty Code (OESC) requirements.(h) The interior of the facility must be free from unpleasant odors.(i) All interior and exterior materials and surfaces (e.g. floors, walls, roofs, ceilings, windows, and furniture) and all equipment necessary for the health, safety, and comfort of the resident must be kept clean and in good repair. This Rule is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and interview, it was determined the facility failed to ensure the facility was clean, in good repair, and free of unpleasant odors. Findings include, but are not limited to: Observations of the Northside and Southside MCC units from 10/21/24 through 10/24/24 identified multiple walls, door frames, and window frames with chipped and missing paint in common areas. On 10/22/24, the areas in need of repair were toured with Staff 1 (ED) and Staff 6 (Plant Operations Director). They acknowledged the findings.

H1510
Severity Level: 2
Visits: 2
Scope
L2 Pattern
Visit Number
1
Visit Date
10/24/2024
Corrected Date
N/A
Details

OAR411-004-0020(1)(c) Individual Rights Settings: Privacy, Dignity (1) Residential and non-residential HCB settings must have all of the following qualities: (c) The setting ensures individual rights of privacy, dignity, respect, and freedom from coercion and restraint. This Rule is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and interview, it was determined the facility failed to ensure privacy and dignity related to information being accessible in common areas of the facility for 2 of 4 sampled residents (#s 2 and 3) and 2 unsampled residents. Findings include, but are not limited to: During the survey, 10/21/24 through 10/24/24, four resident room doors were observed to have notes attached which contained resident-specific information including their personal preferences and/or medical health information. The door notes were accessible for public viewing, which jeopardized the residents’ rights to privacy and dignity. The need to ensure resident privacy and dignity was reviewed with Staff 1 (ED) and Staff 2 (Director of Health Services) on 10/24/24. They acknowledged the findings.

Plan of Correction

1. All signage containing resident-specific information that includes personal preferences has been removed from all apartment doors and common areas. 2. All staff have been retrained on resident rights and the importance of keeping resident information private and not to hang signs on resident apartment doors. Routine environmental walk through to make sure no new signs have been posted on resident apartment doors. 3. Weekly 4. Executive Director, Resident Care Coordinators

Visit Number
2
Visit Date
1/22/2025
Corrected Date
N/A
Details

OAR411-004-0020(1)(c) Individual Rights Settings: Privacy, Dignity (1) Residential and non-residential HCB settings must have all of the following qualities: (c) The setting ensures individual rights of privacy, dignity, respect, and freedom from coercion and restraint. This Rule is not met as evidenced by:

Z0142
Severity Level: 2
Visits: 2
Scope
L2 Widespread
Visit Number
1
Visit Date
10/24/2024
Corrected Date
N/A
Details

OAR 411-057-0140(2) Administration Compliance (2) The licensee of a memory care community must comply with both the licensing rules for the facility and Chapter 411, Division 57. This Rule is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and interview, it was determined the facility failed to follow licensing rules for Residential Care and Assisted Living Facilities. Findings include, but are not limited to: Refer to C510 and C513.

Plan of Correction

Refer to C510 and C513

Visit Number
2
Visit Date
1/22/2025
Corrected Date
N/A
Details

OAR 411-057-0140(2) Administration Compliance (2) The licensee of a memory care community must comply with both the licensing rules for the facility and Chapter 411, Division 57. This Rule is not met as evidenced by:

Z0162
Severity Level: 2
Visits: 2
Scope
L2 Isolated
Visit Number
1
Visit Date
10/24/2024
Corrected Date
N/A
Details

OAR 411-057-0160(2b) Compliance with Rules Health Care (b) Health care services provided in accordance with the licensing rules of the facility. This Rule is not met as evidenced by: Based on interview and record review, it was determined the facility failed to follow licensing rules for Residential Care and Assisted Living Facilities. Findings include, but are not limited to: Refer to C305.

Plan of Correction

Refer to C305

Visit Number
2
Visit Date
1/22/2025
Corrected Date
N/A
Details

OAR 411-057-0160(2b) Compliance with Rules Health Care (b) Health care services provided in accordance with the licensing rules of the facility. This Rule is not met as evidenced by:

Z0164
Severity Level: 2
Visits: 2
Scope
L2 Widespread
Visit Number
1
Visit Date
10/24/2024
Corrected Date
N/A
Details

OAR 411-057-0160(2d) Activities (d) Meaningful activities that promote or help sustain the physical and emotional well-being of residents. The activities must be person centered and available during residents ' waking hours. (A) Each resident must be evaluated for activities according to the licensing rules of the facility. In addition, the evaluation must address the following: (i) Past and current interests; (ii) Current abilities and skills; (iii) Emotional and social needs and patterns; (iv) Physical abilities and limitations; (v) Adaptations necessary for the resident to participate; and (vi) Identification of activities for behavioral interventions. (B) An individualized activity plan must be developed for each resident based on their activity evaluation. The plan must reflect the resident ' s activity preferences and needs. (C) A selection of daily structured and non-structured activities must be provided and included on the resident ' s activity service or care plan as appropriate. Daily activity options based on resident evaluation may include but are not limited to: (i) Occupation or chore related tasks; (ii) Scheduled and planned events (e.g. entertainment, outings); (iii) Spontaneous activities for enjoyment or those that may help diffuse a behavior; (iv) One to one activities that encourage positive relationships between residents and staff (e.g. life story, reminiscing, music); (v) Spiritual, creative, and intellectual activities; (vi) Sensory stimulation activities; (vii) Physical activities that enhance or maintain a resident ' s ability to ambulate or move; and (viii) Outdoor activities. This Rule is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, interview and record review, it was determined the facility failed to evaluate the resident for activities and develop an individualized activity plan based on their activity evaluation, for 4 of 4 sampled residents (#s 1, 2, 3 and 4) whose activity plans were reviewed. Findings include, but are not limited to: Residents 1, 2, 3 and 4 resided in the Memory Care Community and were diagnosed with dementia. Each resident was observed needing various degrees of assistance to initiate and participate in activities. Resident 1 was observed self-propelling around the unit in a wheelchair. The resident observed several activities but did not actively participate. Resident 2 was recently admitted to the facility. Resident 2 was able to ambulate independently and spent most of the day in his/her room watching TV. Resident 3’s condition had recently declined leaving him/her bedbound, needing increased assistance with many ADLs and sleeping a lot during the day. No activities were observed to be offered to the resident during the survey. Resident 4 was recovering from a recently diagnosed urinary tract infection which contributed to increased confusion and aggressive behaviors toward staff. During the survey, the resident was observed sleeping on couches or in other common areas and did not participate in activities. Resident 1, 2, 3 and 4's service plans were reviewed. Though the activity section of the service plan offered some information about the residents’ past and current interests, information about one or more of the following areas was lacking: * Current abilities and skills; * Emotional and social needs and patterns; * Physical abilities and limitations; * Adaptations necessary for participation; and * Activities that could be used as behavioral interventions. There was no specific activity plan which detailed what, when, how and how often staff should offer and assist the residents with more individualized activities. The need to develop individualized activity plans which were based on a thorough assessment of the residents’ interests, abilities and needs was discussed with Staff 1 (ED) and Staff 2 (Director of Health Services) on 10/24/24. They acknowledged the findings and reported they were already implementing new processes to improve all residents’ activity plans.

Plan of Correction

1. Updated individualized activity plans for residents 1, 2, 3 and 4 based off the residents' interests, abiltiies and needs. 2. Life Enrichment Team have been reeducated on regulations for evaluating resident interests, abilities and needs. Reviewed My Story with team ensure all components are completed for each resident. Reviewed individualized activity plans for each resident and updated them accordingly. 3. Prior to move-in, 30 days, quarterly, with change of condition and as needed as preferences or needs change. 4. Executive Director, Life Enrichment Team

Visit Number
2
Visit Date
1/22/2025
Corrected Date
N/A
Details

OAR 411-057-0160(2d) Activities (d) Meaningful activities that promote or help sustain the physical and emotional well-being of residents. The activities must be person centered and available during residents ' waking hours. (A) Each resident must be evaluated for activities according to the licensing rules of the facility. In addition, the evaluation must address the following: (i) Past and current interests; (ii) Current abilities and skills; (iii) Emotional and social needs and patterns; (iv) Physical abilities and limitations; (v) Adaptations necessary for the resident to participate; and (vi) Identification of activities for behavioral interventions. (B) An individualized activity plan must be developed for each resident based on their activity evaluation. The plan must reflect the resident ' s activity preferences and needs. (C) A selection of daily structured and non-structured activities must be provided and included on the resident ' s activity service or care plan as appropriate. Daily activity options based on resident evaluation may include but are not limited to: (i) Occupation or chore related tasks; (ii) Scheduled and planned events (e.g. entertainment, outings); (iii) Spontaneous activities for enjoyment or those that may help diffuse a behavior; (iv) One to one activities that encourage positive relationships between residents and staff (e.g. life story, reminiscing, music); (v) Spiritual, creative, and intellectual activities; (vi) Sensory stimulation activities; (vii) Physical activities that enhance or maintain a resident ' s ability to ambulate or move; and (viii) Outdoor activities. This Rule is not met as evidenced by: