Inspection Results » Good Samaritan Society - Hot Springs Village

Health Inspection on August 23, 2018 ^[1]

1. Widespread: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy

   • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. (Corrected 2018-09-21)

2. Pattern: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy

   • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (Corrected 2018-09-21)
   • Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. (Corrected 2018-09-21)
   • 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 ne (Corrected 2018-09-21)
   • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (Corrected 2018-09-21)
   • 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. (Corrected 2018-09-21)

3. Isolated: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy

   • Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. (Corrected 2018-09-21)
   • Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. (Corrected 2018-09-21)
   • Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. (Corrected 2018-09-21)
   • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. (Corrected 2018-09-21)
   • Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. (Corrected 2018-09-21)
   • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. (Corrected 2018-09-21)

4. Pattern: No actual harm with potential for minimal harm

   • Notify the resident or the residentÂ’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the residentÂ’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. (Corrected 2018-08-23)
   • Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition (Corrected 2018-08-23)
   • Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. (Corrected 2018-08-23)