Bridge Assisted Lvg at Life Care Ctr of Co Springs, the

A revisit survey was completed on 5/7/25 for all previous deficiencies cited on 3/4/25. The facility is in compliance with all deficiencies that were cited. Citation coded "0000" or "9999" are initial and final comments of an inspection for informational purposes, this field may also have been left blank intentionally

A relicensure survey was completed on 3/4/25. Deficiencies were cited. Based on observation and interview the residence failed to ensure that qualified medication administration persons (QMAP) were trained in and applied nationally recognized protocols for basic infection control and prevention when preparing and administering medications, affecting 54 current residents. (Cross-reference S1568)Findings include:On 3/4/25 at approximately 7:00 a.m., during the onsite visit Staff #1 was observed handling medication without gloves. Staff #1 touched the medication and crushed it to then return it to the cup to be administered. Additionally, an observation was made that there was no hand sanitizer on the medication cart. Staff #1 opened the drawer and there was not any hand sanitizer. Staff #1 was observed providing medication to multiple residents without washing their h.. Based on record review and interview the residence failed to provide staff training related to fall prevention for three of eight sample residents (#1-#3).Findings include1. Residence PolicyThe residence fall management policy, dated April 2024, read that staff would complete fall management training during orientation and on an annual basis.2. Record ReviewResident #3 was admitted to the residence on 5/7/24 with a diagnosis of Parkinson' s disease. A progress note dated 12/9/24 read that Resident #3 fell in the dining room.A progress note dated 12/18/24 read that following Resident #3' s fall staff were to provide preventative support and assistance.A progress note dated 1/29/25 read that Resident #3 was found on the floor of her bathroom with no injuries.A progress note dated 2/8/25 read that Resident.. Based on record review and interview, the residence failed to comply with authorized practitioner orders associated with medication administration, affecting four of eight sample residents (#4-#7). (Cross-reference S1596)Findings include:1. Resident #6 was admitted to the residence on 11/21/22 with diagnoses that included dementia, Parkinson' s disease, and psychotic and mood disturbances. a. GabapentinA written practitioner' s order dated 7/12/23 directed the residence to administer a 300 mg gabapentin oral capsule at bedtime. However, the January 2025 medication administration record (MAR) indicated that the residence did not administer the medication on 1/29/25.b. Carbidopa-levodopa A written practitioner' s order dated 7/12/23 directed the residence to administer a 100 mg carbi.. THIS PORTION OF THE REPORT IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY.No response is necessary.The residence was advised it must review and maintain the following processes in accordance with existing program regulations found at 6 CCR 1011-1, Chapter 7.13.11 The assisted living residence shall investigate all allegations of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of residents in accordance with Part 5.3 and its written policy which shall include, but not be limited to, the following:(A) Reporting requirements to the appropriate agencies such as the adult protection services of the appropriate county Department of Social Services, and to the assisted living residence administrator;(B) A requirement that the assisted living residence notify the legal representative about the allegation within 24 hours of the assisted l..

A licensure complaint, prompted by #CO35704 and #CO29682, was completed on 7/30/24. No deficiencies were cited. THIS PORTION OF THE REPORT IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY.No response is necessary.The residence was advised it must review and maintain the following processes in accordance with existing program regulations found at 6 CCR 1011-1, Chapter 7.1.2 Assisted living residences, as defined herein, shall comply with all applicable federal and state statutes and regulations including, but not limited to, the following:(E) 6 CCR 1009-1, Epidemic and Communicable Disease Control.14.29 All prescribed and PRN medications shall be listed and recorded on a medication administration record (MAR) which contains the name and date of birth of the resident, the resident' s room location, any known allergies, and the name and telephone number of the resident' s authorized practitioner. (C) Each qualified medication administration person, nurse, or practitioner shall accurately document each medication administration or monitoring event at the time the event is completed for each resident.