Soundview II #4

The facility failed to provide adequate supervision for a resident using continuous oxygen, resulting in a fire and injury. The resident was observed smoking while using oxygen, which caused the tubing to ignite and created burn marks inside the facility and on the grounds.

The facility failed to provide adequate supervision of a resident based on their assessed needs and care plan. Specifically, a resident was permitted to smoke while using continuous oxygen, which resulted in a fire, property damage, and injury to the resident's finger.

The facility failed to implement and maintain its infection prevention and control program by not screening visitors for COVID-19 symptoms. Specifically, a medication aide allowed surveyors to enter the facility without checking their temperatures or asking required screening questions. This failure violated CDC and NCDHHS guidelines intended to reduce the risk of virus transmission.