Inspection Results » Mount Carmel Nursing and Rehab

Health Inspection on March 8, 2019 ^[1]

1. Pattern: 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 2019-04-23)
   • Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. (Corrected 2019-04-23)
   • Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. (Corrected 2019-04-23)
   • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. (Corrected 2019-04-23)

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

   • 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 2019-04-23)
   • Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. (Corrected 2019-04-23)
   • Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home. (Corrected 2019-04-23)
   • 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 2019-04-23)
   • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (Corrected 2019-04-23)
   • Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. (Corrected 2019-04-23)
   • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, residentÂ’s preferences and goals. (Corrected 2019-04-23)
   • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (Corrected 2019-04-23)
   • Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. (Corrected 2019-04-23)