Inspection Results » Port Charlotte Rehabilitation Center

Health Inspection on November 1, 2018 ^[1]

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

   • Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted (Corrected 2018-12-01)
   • Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install (Corrected 2018-12-01)

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

   • 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 2018-12-01)
   • Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. (Corrected 2018-12-01)
   • 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. (Corrected 2018-12-01)
   • 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 2018-12-01)
   • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. (Corrected 2018-12-01)