Aperion Care Dolton
Inspection Findings
F-Tag F0550
F 0550 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure that a resident's indwelling urinary catheter drainage bag was covered with a privacy bag to maintain resident's right to privacy and dignity.
This failure affected one resident(Resident R3) of two residents, reviewed for privacy and dignity.Findings include:Resident R3 was admitted to the facility on [DATE REDACTED] with diagnoses which include but are not limited to Tracheostomy Status, Quadriplegia, Neuromuscular Dysfunction of Bladder, and Urinary Tract Infection (on 10/7/25).On 12/22/25 at 11:30am, Resident R3 was observed in bed with indwelling urinary catheter drainage bag resting on the floor, and without privacy bag. The Urinary drainage bag was visible to persons passing by in the hallway.
Again at 11:45am, the urinary drainage bag was still in the same position, visible to anyone walking down
the hall. At this time, V3 (RN/Registered Nurse), who was observed earlier caring for Resident R3, was asked why
the drainage bag should not be resting on the floor and exposed to anyone standing or walking down the hallway. V3 stated that Resident R3's bed is in a low position, and she (V3) did not know how to prevent the drainage bag from touching the floor. V3 added that Resident R3 is able to understand questions and able to answer yes or no
in response.On 12/22/25 at 11:55am, V2(Director of Nursing) was notified and V2 stated that the urinary drainage bag should not touch the floor and that there should be a privacy bag covering the drainage bag for the resident's privacy. V2 later informed the surveyor that V3 and other staff members were given in-service training regarding the care of indwelling urinary catheter.Resident R3's care plan dated 11/10/25 states that Resident R3 has an indwelling urinary catheter related to pressure injury. Goal states that Resident R3 will be free from catheter related trauma through the review date.Facility's policy on Dignity dated 11/28/12 and latest revision on 4/23/18 states: This facility shall promote care for residents in a manner and in an environment that maintains or enhances each resident's dignity and respect in full recognition of his or her individuality.
Staff Should I carry out activities in a manner which assists the residents to maintain and enhance his/her self-esteem and self-worth. Maintaining a residents' dignity should include but is not limited to the following: Refraining from practices demeaning to residents such as living urinary catheter bags uncovered, etc.
Any deficiency statement ending with an asterisk (*) denotes a deficiency which the institution may be excused from correcting providing it is determined that other safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days following the date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14 days following the date
these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued program participation.
LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE
TITLE
(X6) DATE
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete
Facility ID:
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Event ID:
Printed: 04/13/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED
12/29/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Aperion Care Dolton
14325 South Blackstone Dolton, IL 60419
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F-Tag F0690
F 0690 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure that a resident's indwelling urinary catheter drainage bag did not rest on the floor directly, to prevent potential contamination of the drainage bag from the floor surface. This failure affected one resident (Resident R3) of two residents reviewed for indwelling urinary catheter care.Findings include:Resident R3 was admitted to the facility on [DATE REDACTED] with diagnoses which include but are not limited to Tracheostomy Status, Quadriplegia, Neuromuscular Dysfunction of Bladder, and Urinary Tract Infection (on 10/7/25).On 12/22/25 at 11:30am, Resident R3 was observed in bed with indwelling urinary catheter drainage bag resting on the floor, and without privacy bag. The Urinary drainage bag was visible to persons passing by in the hallway. Again at 11:45am, the urinary drainage bag was still in the same position, visible to anyone walking down the hall. At this time, V3 (RN/Registered Nurse), who was observed earlier caring for Resident R3, was asked why the drainage bag should not be resting on the floor and exposed to anyone standing or walking down the hallway. V3 stated that Resident R3's bed is in a low position, and she(V3) did not know how to prevent the drainage bag from touching the floor. V3 added that Resident R3 is able to understand questions and able to answer yes or no in response.On 12/22/25 at 11:55am, V2(Director of Nursing) was notified and V2 stated that the urinary drainage bag should not touch the floor to prevent contamination, and that there should be a privacy bag covering the drainage bag for the resident's privacy.
V2 later informed the surveyor that V3 and other staff members were given in-service training regarding the care of indwelling urinary catheter.Resident R3's face sheet and progress notes dated 10/7/25 shows that Resident R3 was admitted to this facility on 8/20/25 and that Resident R3 was sent to the hospital with a diagnosis of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) on 10/7/25(about 7 weeks after admission to the facility).Resident R3's care plan dated 11/10/25 states that Resident R3 has an indwelling urinary catheter related to pressure injury. Goal states that Resident R3 will be free from catheter related trauma through the review date. Intervention states to monitor for signs and symptoms of urinary tract infection.Facility's policy on Urinary Catheter Care dated 11/28/12 with latest revision date 2/14/19 states: Purpose - Established guidelines to reduce the risk of or prevent infections in residents with
an indwelling catheter. #7 states: Urinary drainage bag and tubing shall be positioned to prevent either from touching the floor directly. May place the drainage bag and excess tubing in a secondary vinyl bag or other similar device to prevent primary contact with the floor or other surfaces.
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APERION CARE DOLTON in DOLTON, IL inspection on recent inspection.
Found 0 violation(s). Severity: Standard violations. Status: 0 corrected, 0 pending.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is an F-tag violation?
- F-tags are federal deficiency codes used by CMS to categorize nursing home violations. Each F-tag corresponds to a specific federal regulation (42 CFR Part 483). For example, F607 relates to abuse prevention policies, F880 relates to infection control.
- Were these violations corrected?
- Facilities must submit plans of correction and implement changes within required timeframes. CMS conducts follow-up inspections to verify corrections. Check the inspection report for specific correction dates and follow-up verification status.
- How often do nursing home inspections happen?
- CMS conducts unannounced inspections of all Medicare/Medicaid-certified nursing homes at least once per year. Additional inspections may occur based on complaints, facility-reported incidents, or follow-up to verify previous violations were corrected.
- What should families do about these violations?
- Families should: (1) Review the full inspection report for details, (2) Ask facility administration about specific corrective actions taken, (3) Check if this represents a pattern by reviewing prior inspections, (4) Compare with other facilities in DOLTON, IL, (5) Report new concerns to state authorities.
- Where can I see the full inspection report?
- Complete inspection reports are available on Medicare.gov's Care Compare website (www.medicare.gov/care-compare). You can also request copies directly from APERION CARE DOLTON or from the state Department of Health. Reports include deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines.