The administrator acknowledged two separate instances when staffing dropped to this dangerous level. He told inspectors he remained unaware of the shortage until the following Monday.
Federal inspectors found the facility failed to maintain sufficient staffing to ensure residents could receive the care they deserve. The November inspection revealed systematic problems with how the nursing home monitors and responds to staffing needs.
When pressed by inspectors, the administrator could not produce any facility assessment for staffing levels based on resident acuity. This assessment would typically determine how many staff members are needed based on how much care each resident requires.
The staffing violations affected many residents at the 601 Evergreen Road facility. Federal regulations require nursing homes to provide sufficient staffing to meet residents' needs around the clock, including weekends.
The administrator's admission that he learned about the staffing problems only after they occurred suggests a breakdown in weekend supervision and communication systems. Two CNAs would be responsible for all resident care, including medication administration, personal hygiene assistance, and emergency response.
Inspectors classified the violation as having minimal harm or potential for actual harm to residents. The facility must submit a plan of correction detailing how it will prevent future staffing shortages and ensure adequate weekend coverage.
The inspection was conducted following a complaint about conditions at the facility.
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