Woodway Senior Living

Facility unable to provide documentation that the Fire Department Connection has been hydrostatically tested in accordance with NFPA 25.

Facility unable to provide documentation for monthly 30-second activation test for emergency lights; missing records for Feb 25, Nov 24, Aug 24, Jul 24, Jun 24, Mar 24.

Facility unable to provide documentation that the annual fire resistance rated construction material inspection has been completed.

Facility unable to provide documentation for monthly carbon monoxide detector testing; missing records for Feb 25, Nov 24, Aug 24, Jul 24, Jun 24, Mar 24.

Facility unable to provide documentation for the annual 90-minute power test for emergency lights.

Portable fire extinguisher near 302 was obstructed by carts.

Emergency egress light in the northwest stairwell failed to illuminate when the test button was pressed.

Facility unable to provide documentation for completion of 12 planned and unannounced fire drills in the previous 12 months; multiple shifts missing for quarters 1-4.

Facility unable to provide documentation for required smoke detector sensitivity testing.

Multiple exit signs on the 1st floor have broken test buttons; exit sign near dining room stairs not illuminated on normal power.

The facility failed to release requested medical and personal records to the resident's legal representative in a timely manner.

The facility failed to notify and consult with the resident's legal guardian when the resident had a significant health change and was relocated to a hospital.

Failure to maintain a safe, sanitary, and well-maintained environment. Observed issues: broken boxes, stained floors/walls, burnt-out lights, gouged doors, trash in drains, broken screens, dirty appliances, missing blinds, and rust.

Failed to ensure 6 of 6 sampled staff were screened for tuberculosis within three days of hire.

Failed to ensure 2 of 6 sampled staff completed required annual continuing education.

Facility failed to ensure medications were provided as prescribed, resulting in missed doses, late medication, and residents having unauthorized access to medications.

Facility failed to document investigation actions and findings regarding allegations of financial exploitation.

Facility failed to ensure medications were provided as agreed upon in the negotiated service agreement and lacked clarity on medication management codes in EMAR.

Three wet, dirty mops were found lying on the floor of a wash sink instead of being hung to air dry.

Failed to ensure 5 of 6 sampled staff completed Orientation and Safety training prior to working with residents.

Failed to ensure 3 of 6 sampled staff completed required specialty training for dementia/mental illness.

Facility failed to ensure staff were current on N-95 mask fit testing.

Facility failed to complete a character, competence, and suitability determination for an employee after receiving background check results requiring review.

Failure to manage food service facilities properly due to improper mop storage leading to contamination risk.

Failed to ensure 2 of 6 sampled staff completed 70-hour basic training.

Dietary Aide failed to practice proper handwashing and glove changing techniques while serving food, creating a risk of food-borne illness.

Facility provided inaccurate information on Disclosure of Services regarding nursing staff availability.

Dietary staff member was working with an expired food worker card.

Failed to complete national fingerprint background checks for 4 of 6 sampled staff.

Failed to ensure 5 of 6 sampled staff had valid CPR/First Aid certification.

Facility failed to maintain premises free of hazards; a leaking freezer created a puddle with an electrical power strip on top, posing a risk to staff.

Facility failed to notify the department within ten calendar days of a change in Executive Director.

Facility failed to maintain resident units properly, including improper use of units for storage and lounge space, and lack of privacy in double-occupancy units.

Improper storage of food items, lack of labeling/dating.

Dietary staff lacked required food handler credentials.

Non-compliance with nursing service requirements.

Facility failed to notify the DSHS hotline when the only elevator was out of service, preventing resident mobility.

Failed to provide intermittent nursing services for 2 of 2 diabetic residents, placing them at risk regarding glucose testing and insulin injections.

Unlabeled and undated food items in refrigerator/freezers.

Multiple incidents of medications being provided significantly late.

Failure to report an incident where a staff member yelled at a resident.

One kitchen staff member lacked a valid Washington State approved food handler's permit (held an unapproved online certificate).

Facility allowed medication technicians to perform insulin administration and glucose monitoring without proper nurse delegation training and documentation; staff and administration were unaware of delegation status for residents.

Facility failed to report elevator outage to state hotline.

Issues with service agreements regarding medication administration.

Facility failed to label multiple food items in 4 of 4 kitchen storage units and resident snack refrigerators with dates for use or removal.

Failed to ensure 8 of 8 sampled residents received medications as prescribed; MARs were not updated, readings were signed simultaneously for different times, and meds were consistently administered late.

Facility failed to notify the Complaint Resolution Unit of reported allegations of verbal abuse/inappropriateness by a staff member toward a resident.

Inadequate food handler credentials; moldy fruit and produce found; improper food storage.

Staff food handling violations.

Non-compliance with medication assessment/self-administration requirements.

Observed rotten fruit (moldy oranges and rotting apples) in dry storage and freezer-burned, undated/unlabeled food items in freezer and refrigerator.

Failed to update negotiated service agreements to address medication administration needs and self-administration status for residents.

The licensee failed to ensure two staff completed Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid training within 30 days of their date of hire. This is a recurring deficiency.

The licensee failed to ensure two staff completed Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid training within 30 days of their date of hire. This is a recurring deficiency.

Facility failed to ensure 2 of 4 staff completed 70-hour basic training within 120 days of hire.

Facility failed to ensure staff hired on or after January 7, 2012 met required long-term care worker training requirements.

Facility failed to ensure Negotiated Service Agreements (NSA) were signed annually by 5 of 5 residents reviewed.

Facility failed to ensure staff met basic training requirements, putting all 66 residents at risk for compromised care.

Facility failed to ensure Negotiated Service Agreements (NSA) were signed annually for 5 of 5 sampled residents.

Facility failed to ensure 2 of 4 staff completed 70-hour basic training within 120 days of hire date.

The facility failed to maintain privacy and confidentiality of a resident's medical records by sharing protected health information with an incorrect person due to the use of outdated emergency contact information.