Brighton Care Center

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Construction Deficiencies

Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Infection Control Deficiencies

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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 necessary and PRN use is limited.

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Based on observation and record review during the survey, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain emergency power systems in accordance with Section 9.1.3 ofthe Life Safety Code and the referenced NFPA 110, Standard for Emergency and Standby Power Systems Chapter 8.1. Missing monthly December NFPA 110-8.4 Operation.. Based on observation and staff interview during the course of the survey it was determined the facility failed to maintain smoke barriers in accordance with NFPA 101, 8.5.1. This was evidenced by the following:Linen closet penetration NFPA 101, Section 8.5.1, in part, smoke barriers shall be provided to subdivide building spaces for the pu.. Based on observation and staff interview during the course of the survey, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain corridor doors in accordance with the Life Safety Code Section 19.3.6.3 1.The door seal room 157 needs to be replaced.NFPA 101, 19.3.6.3.1 19.3.6.3.1* Doors protecting corridor openings in other than required encl.. Based on observation and staff interviews during the survey, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain firewalls in accordance with NFPA 101, 8.3.1.2. Kitchen chemical room penetration in the ceiling NFPA 101, 8.3.1.2 Fire barriers shall comply with one of the following:(1) The fire barriers are continuous from outside wall to outside .. Based on observation during the course of the survey it was determined the facility failed to maintain a hazardous area in accordance with NFPA 99. This was evidenced by the following:Oxygen Transfill rooms need a vent 12" of the floorNFPA 556.15.7 Inlets to the Exhaust System.6.15.7.1 The exhaust ventilation system design shall take into accou.. Based on observations and records review, it was determined that the facility did not maintain fire extinguishers In accordance with NFPA 10. 1. Kitchen - extinguisher mounted above 3.55 feetNFPA 10 6.1.3.8 Installation Height.6.1.3.8.2 Fire extinguishers having a gross weight greater than 40 lb (18.14 kg) (except wheeled types) shall b.. Based on the documentation review, it was determined that the facility did not maintain proper electrical practices in accordance with NFPA 99 Health Care Facilities Code (2012). This was evidenced by:1. No written record of the continuity of the grounding circuit, polarity of hot and neutral connections, and retention force of the grounding bla.. Based on the record review, it was determined that the facility failed to conduct fire drills in accordance with the Life Safety Code, Section 19.7.1.6Fire drills closer than an hour apart, not at varied timesNFPA 101, 19.7.1.6 Drills shall be conducted quarterly on each shift to familiarize facility personnel (nurses, interns, maintenance engineers, and admi.. INITIAL COMMENTS (ID Prefix Tag #K000) are informational only and a representation of the facility' s general characteristics.This survey was conducted in accordance with the Federal Register at Section 42 CFR 483.70(a).This survey was conducted on November 20, 2024 for compliance with the National Fire Protection Association, (NFPA 101.. Through observation during documentation review, it was determined that the facility failed to meet the protection requirements in accordance with NFPA 101, 25, and 13.1. The laundry needs the correct sprinkler hanger2. Loaded head laundry3. Kitchen and linen closet storage needs to be 18 inches below the sprinkler head NFPA 25 5.2.1.1.2 An.. Through observation during the survey, it was determined that the facility failed to meet the healthcare facilities code requirements in accordance with NFPA 99 and NEC 70. This was evidenced by: 1) Extension cord supplying power to TVs in patient rooms throughout the facility.Flexible cords and cables in accordance with Chapter 4 of NFP..