Medicalodges Coffeyville: Staff Review Failures - KS
Federal inspectors discovered the oversight during an April 2026 review of employee files. CNA OO had worked at the facility since November 2023 without a performance evaluation. CNA PP started in July 2024 and also lacked any documented review.
The missing evaluations represent a significant administrative failure. Federal regulations require nursing homes to conduct annual performance reviews for all certified nurse aides to ensure they provide adequate care and services to residents.
Administrative Staff A confirmed to inspectors that the employee evaluation documents provided during the survey contained no performance evaluations for either aide. The administrator acknowledged expecting performance evaluations to occur annually, according to inspection records.
Administrative Nurse D also verified the absence of required documentation for both employees during the April 8 review session.
The facility's failure extended beyond missing paperwork. Inspectors found no skills check-offs for either certified nurse aide, documents that verify workers can competently perform essential patient care tasks.
When inspectors requested the facility's policy on annual performance evaluations on April 9, administrators could not provide one. This absence suggests systemic problems with performance management protocols.
The violation affects resident safety in multiple ways. Annual reviews serve as quality control measures, identifying training gaps and ensuring aides maintain competency in critical care areas. Without these evaluations, facilities cannot verify that staff members continue meeting professional standards.
Performance reviews also document whether aides need additional training or support. Missing evaluations mean administrators lack current information about staff capabilities and potential areas for improvement.
CNA OO had worked without evaluation for approximately two and a half years by the time inspectors arrived. CNA PP had gone nearly two years without review. Both periods far exceed the required annual timeline.
The timing raises additional concerns. CNA OO should have received an initial performance review within the first year of employment, followed by annual evaluations. The complete absence of any documented review suggests the facility lacks systematic tracking of evaluation schedules.
Federal inspectors classified the violation as causing minimal harm but noted it affected many residents. This designation indicates the oversight created potential for actual harm rather than documented injury to specific patients.
The classification reflects the indirect nature of the violation's impact. While missing performance reviews don't immediately injure residents, they compromise the facility's ability to ensure quality care delivery over time.
Nursing homes depend on certified nurse aides for daily resident care, including assistance with eating, bathing, and mobility. These workers provide the most direct patient contact in most facilities, making their competency crucial for resident wellbeing.
Without annual evaluations, administrators cannot identify declining performance, address skill deficits, or recognize exceptional care providers. This oversight undermines the facility's quality assurance systems.
The violation also suggests broader administrative weaknesses. Facilities typically maintain evaluation calendars and reminder systems to ensure compliance with annual review requirements. The complete absence of evaluations for multiple employees indicates systemic management failures.
Performance reviews serve additional functions beyond competency verification. They provide opportunities for professional development discussions, goal setting, and communication between supervisors and direct care staff.
Missing these interactions means the facility lost opportunities to support staff growth and address workplace concerns that might affect resident care quality.
The inspection occurred during routine federal oversight activities designed to ensure nursing home compliance with Medicare and Medicaid participation requirements. Facilities must correct identified deficiencies to maintain their certification status.
CNA OO and CNA PP continued working at the facility despite the missing evaluations, providing daily care to residents without documented annual competency verification from their employer.
Full Inspection Report
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MEDICALODGES COFFEYVILLE ON MIDLAND in COFFEYVILLE, KS was cited for violations during a health inspection on April 9, 2026.
Federal inspectors discovered the oversight during an April 2026 review of employee files.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened at MEDICALODGES COFFEYVILLE ON MIDLAND?
- Federal inspectors discovered the oversight during an April 2026 review of employee files.
- How serious are these violations?
- Violation severity varies from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns. Review the inspection report for specific deficiency codes and scope. All violations must be corrected within required timeframes and are subject to follow-up verification inspections.
- What should families do?
- Families should: (1) Ask facility administration about specific corrective actions taken, (2) Request to see the follow-up inspection report verifying corrections, (3) Check if this represents a pattern by reviewing prior inspection reports, (4) Compare this facility's ratings with other nursing homes in COFFEYVILLE, KS, (5) Report any new concerns directly to state authorities.
- Where can I see the full inspection report?
- The complete inspection report is available on Medicare.gov's Care Compare website (www.medicare.gov/care-compare). You can also request a copy directly from MEDICALODGES COFFEYVILLE ON MIDLAND or from the state Department of Health. The report includes specific deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines. This facility's federal provider number is 175290.
- Has this facility had violations before?
- To check MEDICALODGES COFFEYVILLE ON MIDLAND's history, visit Medicare.gov's Care Compare and review their inspection history, quality ratings, and staffing levels. Look for patterns of repeated violations, especially in critical areas like abuse prevention, medication management, infection control, and resident safety.