Kindred Hospital - Louisville: Pharmacy Deficiency - KY
LPN3 discovered the missing fentanyl patches on October 7, 2025, when she tried to administer the scheduled 7:00 AM dose to Resident 5. The patches had never been logged into the facility's narcotic tracking system.
The nurse told administrators she had discarded the pharmacy delivery bag at the nurse's station and instead took medication intended for another nurse's patient.
Assistant Director of Nursing officials believe the patches accidentally stuck to the inside of the sealed pharmacy bag and were thrown away with the packaging. The fentanyl patches arrived in a small plastic bag inside the larger pharmacy delivery bag, creating confusion during the handoff process.
The facility's Medical Director was notified about the missing controlled substances. Staff obtained a new order to administer replacement fentanyl patches once the pharmacy delivered them.
Director of Nursing officials confirmed that two nurses should verify and immediately sign in all narcotic deliveries. The facility's protocol requires nurses to review delivery sheets, compare them to actual medications received, and sign the delivery documentation.
Executive Director staff stated they expected secure handoff processes for all controlled substances. "Narcotics would not be thrown away," the Executive Director said during interviews with inspectors on December 31, 2025.
The incident highlights gaps in the facility's narcotic handling procedures. Both receiving nurses and pharmacy delivery personnel should monitor medications during transfers, according to facility leadership.
Federal inspectors classified the violation as causing minimal harm or potential for actual harm, affecting few residents. The investigation stemmed from a complaint filed against the Louisville facility.
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Kindred Hospital - Louisville in Louisville, KY was cited for violations during a health inspection on December 31, 2025.
LPN3 discovered the missing fentanyl patches on October 7, 2025, when she tried to administer the scheduled 7:00 AM dose to Resident 5.
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.