Sacred Heart Residence: Accident Hazard Cited - AL
The incident involving the resident identified as RI #2 occurred on or around December 6, 2024. The facility's medical director told inspectors he learned of the bruise that day after the facility notified him. He ordered an x-ray, a Doppler study, laboratory tests, pain medication, monitoring, and a therapy consultation. He said the investigation concluded the bruise resulted from the transfer done without the lift, calling it a reasonable explanation, and noted that pain accompanying a bruise was normally to be expected.
The Director of Nursing told inspectors it was important for staff to follow policies and the resident's care plan regarding mechanical lifts to prevent injuries and keep residents safe. The bruise was monitored under the physician's orders.
Federal inspectors cited the facility under tag F0689, which covers accident hazards and supervision. The citation was rated at minimal harm or potential for actual harm, affecting few residents.
The inspection was a complaint survey, conducted November 6, 2025, nearly a year after the transfer took place. By the time inspectors arrived, the medical director had long since closed his review of the incident with the finding that skipping the lift was the most reasonable explanation for what happened to RI #2, and that the pain that followed was only to be expected.
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The details above represent a summary of key findings. View the complete inspection report for Little Sisters of the Poor Sacred Heart Residence from 2025-11-06 including all violations, facility responses, and corrective action plans.
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LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR SACRED HEART RESIDENCE in MOBILE, AL was cited for violations during a health inspection on November 6, 2025.
The incident involving the resident identified as RI #2 occurred on or around December 6, 2024.
Health inspections identify deficiencies that facilities must correct. Violations range from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns. Review the full report below for specific details and facility response.