Inspection Results » Redwood of Independence

Health Inspection on May 24, 2018 ^[1]

1. Isolated: Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy

   • 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 2018-06-29)

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

   • 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 2018-06-29)
   • Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with residentÂ’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of schedu (Corrected 2018-06-29)
   • Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. (Corrected 2018-06-29)
   • Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. (Corrected 2018-06-29)
   • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (Corrected 2018-06-29)

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

   • Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. (Corrected 2018-06-29)
   • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. (Corrected 2018-06-29)
   • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (Corrected 2018-06-29)
   • Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. (Corrected 2018-06-29)
   • 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 2018-06-29)
   • 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 2018-06-29)
   • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. (Corrected 2018-06-29)
   • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. (Corrected 2018-06-29)