Inspection Results » Autumn Care of Suffolk

Health Inspection on January 26, 2018 ^[1]

1. Isolated: Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy

   • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (Corrected 2018-03-08)

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

   • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. (Corrected 2018-03-08)
   • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. (Corrected 2018-04-04)
   • Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. (Corrected 2018-03-07)
   • 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 2018-03-08)
   • Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. (Corrected 2018-03-07)
   • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, residentÂ’s preferences and goals. (Corrected 2018-03-08)
   • Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. (Corrected 2018-03-07)

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

   • Ensure a qualified health professional conducts resident assessments. (Corrected 2018-03-07)
   • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. (Corrected 2018-03-07)
   • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. (Corrected 2018-03-07)
   • Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. (Corrected 2017-12-05)
   • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. (Corrected 2018-03-07)
   • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. (Corrected 2018-03-08)
   • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (Corrected 2018-04-04)

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

   • Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. (Corrected 2018-03-07)