Health inspections
Federal rules call for a standard inspection at least every 15 months, plus a visit whenever a complaint is filed. Each mark below is one citation, colored by how serious inspectors rated it. How to read a citation.
Under each citation, the quoted text is the inspector's own summary from the federal statement of deficiencies (CMS form 2567), word for word apart from a privacy scrub; CMS removes residents' and staff names before it publishes the text. The full notes are on Medicare.gov.
Potential for minimal harm Potential for more than minimal harm Actual harm Immediate jeopardy Found on a complaint visit
Where its citations fall on CMS's grid
CMS rates every citation by how much harm it caused (rows) and how many residents it touched (columns). The count in each box is this home's, across all 42 health citations on file.
Severity
Isolated
Pattern
Widespread
Immediate jeopardy
1J
0K
0L
Actual harm
2G
0H
0I
Potential for more than minimal harm
22D
13E
3F
Potential for minimal harm
0A
0B
1C
May 7, 2026Standard inspection · 5 citations
- F
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to prepare and serve food under sanitary conditions to prevent potential for food borne bacteria.
- E
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews, observation, and record review, the facility failed to ensure adequate hand hygiene during dressing change and medication administration for Resident (R) 48. Additionally, the facility failed to properly transport clean personal linens.
- D
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to address and resolve a grievance for Resident (R) 18 and failed to notify the resident of any actions or the status of the grievance.
- D
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to obtain a 14-day stop date or a specified duration with physician rationale for an as-needed (PRN) order for lorazepam (treatment of anxiety) medication for Resident (R) R66. Additionally failed to monitor antipsychotic medication for Resident (R) 18.
- D
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to ensure Resident (R) 48's feeding tube (G-tube: tube surgically placed through an artificial opening into the stomach) was monitored for placement prior to administration of medications and enteral nutrition (provision of nutrients through the gastrointestinal tract when the resident cannot ingest, chew, or swallow food).
April 24, 2025Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- G
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteThe facility identified a census of 66 residents, with 10 residents sampled. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to prevent the development of facility-acquired pressure ulcers (localized injury to the skin and/or underlying tissue usually over a bony prominence, as a result of pressure, or pressure in combination with shear and/or friction) on Resident (R)1's right and left buttock when staff failed to adequately monitor wounds after the initial development including measurements, presence of infection, drainage and effectiveness of treatments, failed to implement routine repositioning in the bed and the wheelchair until after the wounds progressed, and did not implement standard interventions such as low air loss mattress (a medical-grade mattress designed to prevent and treat pressure injuries by continuously circulating air to reduce moisture and [...]
November 14, 2024Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- J
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Inspectors wroteThe facility reported a census of 29 residents. The sample included three residents reviewed for medications. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to prevent the significant medication error of cognitively impaired Resident (R) 1. On 10/11/24, Certified Medication Aide (CMA) R incorrectly administered R2's medications to R1, which included clopidogrel (antiplatelet medication) 75 mg (milligram), morphine (opioid medication used to treat severe pain) extended release (ER) 15 mg, as well as acetaminophen (analgesic) 650 mg. On 10/11/24 at 06:00 AM, during nursing shift report, Licensed Nurse (LN) G ensured that CMA R knew that R1 had a jejunostomy tube (J-Tube, a soft plastic tube surgically inserted into the small intestine to deliver food and medicine) and R1 could not receive any medications by mouth. [...]
August 19, 2024Standard inspection, Complaint inspection · 19 citations
- F
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteThe facility reported a census of 57 residents. The facility identified three kitchen/food service areas. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to store, prepare, and serve food under sanitary conditions for the residents of the facility. This placed the affected residents at risk for decreased palatability of food and food-borne illness.
- E
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Inspectors wroteThe facility reported a census of 57 residents with 17 residents sampled. Based on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to protect the privacy and dignity of residents that were dependent on staff assistance for eating when staff labeled the residents as feeders. This practice had the potential to lead to negative psychosocial effects related to dignity.
- E
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Inspectors wroteThe facility reported a census of 57 residents which included 17 residents sampled, with four residents reviewed for hospitalization. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide four residents, Resident (R) 22, R3, R8 and R32 and/or their representative with a written notice specifying the duration and cost of the bed hold policy, at the time of the residents transfers to the hospital. This deficient practice placed these residents at risk to not be allowed to return to their former rooms at the facility.
- E
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteThe facility reported a census of 57 residents and the facility identified five residents that had impaired cognition that were independently mobile. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide a secure door to the maintenance shop area located in the main hallway that led to resident units. The maintenance shop contained multiple chemicals that documented to Keep out of Reach of Children and were harmful or fatal if ingested that included the following: Micro Kill disinfectant, neutral floor cleaner, goo gone, Mold [NAME] Rapid Cleaner, bleach, spray paint and insect cleaner. Furthermore, the facility failed to have a functional alarm on an unsecured door that led to the outside. [...]
- E
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Inspectors wroteThe facility reported a census of 57 residents. The facility identified 20 residents that resided on the 400 hall on 07/21/24. Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure 12 of the 20 residents (R) 30, R8, R11, R32, R42, R26, R39, R48, R13, R36, R4 and R29, received medications from 07/21/24 from 06:00 PM to 07/22/24 at 06:00 AM shift, when Licensed Nurse I failed to administer medications, as ordered by the physician.
- E
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Inspectors wroteThe facility had a census of 57 residents. The sample included 17 residents. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure Resident (R) 6 reviewed during the medication administration pass, remained free of medication errors. Twenty-five medication opportunities were observed with twelve medication errors. This placed the resident at risk for adverse reactions from the medications and resulted in a medication error rate of 48%. Findings Included: - Resident 6's medical diagnoses included diabetes mellitus (DM-when the body cannot use glucose, not enough insulin made, or the body cannot respond to the insulin), hypertension (HTN-elevated blood pressure) and heart failure (a condition with low heart output and the body becomes congested with fluid). The Electronic Health Record (EHR) revealed the following physician medications: [...]
- E
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteThe facility reported a census of 57 residents. The facility identified 20 residents that resided on the 400 hall on 07/21/24. Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to maintain medical records on each resident that were complete, accurately documented, readily accessible for seven residents when Licensed Nurse I failed to document medications/ treatments/assessments from 07/21/24 at 06:00 PM to 07/22/24 at 06:00 AM.
- E
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteThe facility reported a census of 57 residents. The sample included 17 residents. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to maintain an effective infection control program related to the sanitary manner medications administered and lacked proper hand hygiene during medication administration. This deficient practice had the potential to spread possible infections to the residents in the facility.
- D
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Inspectors wroteThe facility reported a census of 57 residents. The sample included 17 residents. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to include Resident (R)21 for the development and continued planning of the resident's care plan quarterly. This deficient practice placed the residents at risk for impaired care and services. This practice had the potential to lead to negative psychosocial effects related to safety and uncommunicated needs.
- D
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Inspectors wroteThe facility reported a census of 57 residents with 17 residents sampled. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to verify Resident (R)8's advanced directives (a legal document in which a person specified what actions should be taken for their health, which may or may not include a do not resuscitate [DNR-decision whether or not to withhold medical intervention in the event the resident's heart stops] order). Additionally, the facility failed to obtain proper authorization for a DNR for R3 when the facility allowed the resident's guardian to consent. These deficient practices had the potential to lead to uncommunicated needs specifically to end-of-life care.
- D
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Inspectors wroteThe facility reported a census of 57 residents with 17 residents sampled that included one resident reviewed for baseline care plan. Based on interviews, observations, and record review, the facility failed to develop a person-centered baseline care plan for one resident, Resident (R) 153. This deficient practice had the potential to lead to uncommunicated needs.
- D
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Inspectors wroteThe facility identified a census of 57 residents which included 17 residents sampled and reviewed for care plan development. Based on interview, observations, and record review, the facility failed to develop a comprehensive person-centered care plan for one resident, Resident (R)30's, regarding oxygen delivery or nebulized (a device which changes liquid medication into a mist easily inhaled into the lungs) medication administration. This deficient practice had the potential to lead to uncommunicated needs which could lead to negative impacts on the resident's physical well-being.
- D
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Inspectors wroteThe facility reported a census of 57 residents with 17 residents selected for review. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to accurately revise two residents care plans after Resident (R)22 and R9's had a fall. This placed the residents at risk for uncommunicated care needs.
- D
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Inspectors wroteThe facility identified a census of 57 residents which included 17 residents in the sample. Based on observations, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to provide services to meet professional standards of care related to the unsanitary manner medications administered when CMA II dropped Resident (R)6's medications, picked them up from the floor and the medication cart, and administered the medications to the resident.
- D
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteThe facility identified a census of 57 residents. The sample included 17 residents. Based on observation, record review, and interviews, the facility failed to ensure Resident (R)19, who was dependent on staff, received care for removal of facial hair. Additionally, the facility failed to ensure (R)40, who was dependent on staff, received care for removal of facial hair and oral care. These deficient practices placed the residents at risk for decreased psychosocial well-being.
- D
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteThe facility census totaled 57 residents with 17 residents included in the sample, that included five residents reviewed for pressure ulcers. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to use effective infection control practices when providing wound care to one Resident (R103), who admitted with a pressure ulcer (localized injury to the skin and/or underlying tissue usually over a bony prominence, as a result of pressure, or pressure in combination with shear and/or friction) This deficient practice had the potential to inhibit wound healing.
- D
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Inspectors wroteThe facility reported a census of 57 residents, with three residents sampled for urinary catheters. Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to provide proper care to prevent urinary infection for one Resident (R103), when staff failed to properly handle the urinary catheter collection bag to ensure the bag remained below the level of the bladder to prevent urine backflow and the development of urinary tract infection.
- D
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Inspectors wroteThe facility reported a census of 57 residents with 17 residents selected for review which included four residents reviewed for respiratory care. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to properly clean and store the nebulizer (a device for administering inhaled medications) for Resident (R)30. Additionally, the facility failed to obtain a physician's order to administer oxygen to R1 and replace a contaminated cannula for R1. These deficient practices had the potential to have a negative impact on the residents' physical and psychosocial well-being.
- D
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Inspectors wroteThe facility reported a census of 57 residents. Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to store medications properly for three residents, Resident (R)8, R153 and R22, all of whom had over-the-counter medications stored in their individual bedrooms. The facility failed to screen the residents for safety related to medication storage and safe self-medication administration.
November 30, 2022Standard inspection · 16 citations
- G
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteThe facility identified a census of 49 residents. The sample included 15 residents, with five residents reviewed for pressure ulcer (localized injury to the skin and/or underlying tissue usually over a bony prominence, because of pressure, or pressure in combination with shear and/or friction). Based on observation, record review, and interviews, the facility failed to prevent the redevelopment of a pressure related injury for Resident (R) 33 and failed to ensure pressure reducing measures were in place for R9. This deficient practice placed R33 and R9 at increased risk of development or worsening of pressure related injuries.
- F
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Inspectors wroteThe facility identified a census of 49 residents. The sample included 15 residents. Based on observation, record review, and interviews, the facility failed to provide Registered Nurse (RN) coverage eight consecutive hours a day, seven days a week. This placed all residents who resided in the facility at risk of lack of assessment and inappropriate care.
- E
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteThe facility had a census of 49 residents. The sample included 15 residents. Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to secure 21 pressurized medical oxygen tanks in a safe, locked area, and out of reach of the five cognitively impaired independently mobile residents. The facility additionally failed to utilize a gait belt for safe transfers for Resident (R) 6. This deficient practice placed the affected residents at risk for preventable accidents and injuries. Findings Included: - On 11/28/22 at 07:15AM an environmental inspection of Reddy Hall was completed. An inspection of the Utility Storage Room revealed the entry door was not securely locked. A sign posted on the door noted Oxygen Storage. The room contained 21 pressurized oxygen cylinder tanks stored with unpressurized tanks. [...]
- E
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Inspectors wroteThe facility had a census of 49 residents. The sample included 15 residents. Based on observation, record review and interview the facility failed to properly store and secure medications on two of three nursing units. This placed the affected residents at risk for complications related to unnecessary medication administration. Finding Included: - On 11/28/22 at 07:17AM an environmental inspection of Berlin-[NAME] Hall was completed. A walk-through of the resident's day room revealed a grey storage bin located outside the medication room. A sign displayed on the box stated, Cycle fill medications - due not start using until the morning of November 24th. An inspection of the unlocked bin revealed around 90 partially used pharmacy bubble cards for multiple residents on the unit. No staff monitored the storage bin during the walk-through. [...]
- E
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Inspectors wroteThe facility identified a census of 49 residents. The sample included 15 residents. Five of the sampled residents were reviewed for unnecessary medications. Based on observation, record review and interview the facility failed to ensure the provider ackowledged and responded to the Consultant Pharmacist (CP) recommendation in a timely manner for a prescribed, as needed (PRN) Ativan (lorazepam-an antianxiety medication that calm and relax people with excessive anxiety, nervousness, or tension) had the required 14-day stop date for Resident (R)2, R10, and R32. The CP further failed to identify and report R12's antihypertensive (a medication used to treat elevated blood pressure) medications given outside the physician ordered parameters. This deficient practice placed R2, R10, R32, and R12 at risk for unnecessary medication administration and possible adverse side effects.
- E
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteThe facility reported a census of 49 residents. The facility identified three kitchen/food service areas. Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to store, prepare, and serve food under sanitary conditions for the residents of the facility. This placed the affected residents at risk for decreased palatability of food and food-borne illness.
- E
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteThe facility identified a census of 49 residents. Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure staff followed infection control standard of practice. The facility failed to practice proper hand hygiene, failed to ensure a urinary catheter (the insertion of a hollow tube into the bladder to drain the urine into a collection bag) bag was kept off the floor, failed to ensure sanitary storage of oxygen tubing, and failed to ensure face mask covered nose and mouth. This placed the residents at risk for increased infection and transmission of communicable disease.
- D
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Inspectors wroteThe facility identified a census of 49 residents. The sample included 15 residents. Based on observation, record review, and interviews, the facility failed to ensure foot pedals were available and utilized for Resident (R) 11's wheelchair to prevent her feet from dragging on the floor while the staff propelled R11 in the chair. This deficient practice placed R11 at risk for preventable injuries.
- D
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Inspectors wroteThe facility identified a census of 49 residents. The sample included 15 residents with two residents reviewed for notification of changes. Based on observations, interviews, and record reviews, the facility failed to notify Resident (R) 43's resident representative of a change in condition. This deficient practice placed the resident at risk for delayed treatment decisions and decreased psychosocial well-being. Findings Included: [...]
- D
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteThe facility identified a census of 49 residents. The sample included 15 residents with 15 reviewed for activities of daily living (ADL). Based on observations, record review, and interviews, the facility failed to provide consistent bathing opportunities for R196. This deficient practice placed R196 at risk for preventable infections and decreased psychosocial well-being. Findings Included: - The Medical Diagnosis section within R196's Electronic Medical Records (EMR) included diagnoses of hydrocephalus (fluid build-up in the brain's cavities), muscle weakness, cognitive communication deficit, type two diabetes mellitus (when the body cannot use glucose, not enough insulin made or the body cannot respond to the insulin), and hypertensive heart disease (chronic high blood pressure that damages the heart). [...]
- D
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteThe facility identified a census of 49 residents. The sample included 15 residents with 15 reviewed for quality of care. Based of observations, record review, and interviews, the facility failed to ensure physician's order were in place for R197's care related to his Wound-Vac (vacuum assisted closure machine used to aid in wound healing). This deficient practice placed R197 at risk for complication related to ineffective wound care. Findings Included: [...]
- D
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Inspectors wroteThe facility identified a census of 49 residents. The sample included 15 residents with two reviewed for bowel and bladder management. Based of observations, record review, and interviews, the facility failed to implement an individualized bowel and bladder toileting program for Residents (R)196 and failed to provide sanitary Foley catheter care (tube inserted into the bladder to drain urine into a collection bag) for (R)197. This deficient practice placed the residents at risk for complications related urinary tract infections. Findings Included: [...]
- D
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Inspectors wroteThe facility identified a census of 49 residents. The sampled included 15 residents. Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure one resident (R) 12's supplemental oxygen tubing was stored appropriately when not in use. This deficient practice places R12 at risk for respiratory complications and increased infection.
- D
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Inspectors wroteThe facility identified a census of 49 residents. The sample included 15 residents. Five sampled residents were reviewed for unnecessary medications. Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure nursing staff administered R12's antihypertensive medication (a medication used to lower an elevated blood pressure) metoprolol within physician ordered parameters. The deficient practice placed R12 at risk for unnecessary medication administration and possible adverse side effects.
- D
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Inspectors wroteThe facility identified a census of 49 residents. The sample included 15 residents. Five of the sampled residents were reviewed for unnecessary medications. Based on observation, record review and interview the facility failed to ensure a 14-day stop date or an appropriate rationale for continued use and a duration for as needed (PRN) Ativan (lorazepam, an antianxiety- class of medications that calm and relax people with excessive anxiety, nervousness, or tension) for Resident (R) 2, R10, and R32. This deficient practice placed R2, R10, and R32, at risk for unnecessary medication administration and possible adverse side effects.
- C
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Inspectors wroteThe facility identified a census of 49 residents. Based on observation, record review, and interviews, the facility failed to retain the daily posted nursing staffing data for the 18 months as required.
Fire safety inspections
15 fire safety citations on file: 6 on May 7, 2026, 7 on August 19, 2024, 2 on November 30, 2022.
Every fire safety citation15 citations
- F
Provide emergency officials' contact information.
E 31 · May 7, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
- F
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
K 363 · May 7, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
- E
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
K 321 · May 7, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
- E
Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.
K 342 · May 7, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
- D
Use approved construction type or materials.
K 161 · May 7, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
- D
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
K 511 · May 7, 2026 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
- F
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
K 222 · August 19, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
- F
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
K 374 · August 19, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
- F
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
K 511 · August 19, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
- F
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
K 920 · August 19, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
- F
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
K 923 · August 19, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
- E
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
K 353 · August 19, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
- E
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
K 363 · August 19, 2024 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)
- F
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
K 324 · November 30, 2022 · Waiver
- E
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
K 353 · November 30, 2022 · Corrected (the home has a date of correction)