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Health Inspection

Oak Grove Center

March 24, 2025 · Waterville, ME · 27 Cool St
Citations 7
CMS Rating 1/5
Beds 90
Provider ID 205091
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Inspection Summary

OAK GROVE CENTER in WATERVILLE, ME — inspection on March 24, 2025.

Found 7 citations. Severity: Standard violations.

Health inspections identify deficiencies that facilities must correct within required timeframes. Violations range from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns and are subject to follow-up verification.

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Inspection Findings

FF584

F-F584 for failure to adequately provide housekeeping and maintenance services necessary to maintain the building in a sanitary, orderly, and comfortable environment;

F-F625 failure to issue a written bed hold notice to include cost of care to the Resident and/or resident representative;

F-F656 for failure to implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan;

F-F689 for failure to ensure that the resident's environment was free of accident hazards relating to the storage of chemicals being properly secured;

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F-F725 for failure to ensure sufficient direct care staff were scheduled and on duty to meet the needs of residents;

F-F842 for failure to ensure that clinical records were complete and contained accurate information and

The surveyor observed Resident #33 had a foley catheter hanging from the bed.

One CNA picked up the foley catheter and placed it across the resident's legs while the other CNA was hooking the hoyer pad to the hoyer lift. At this time the surveyor requested to speak with both CNAs and asked them what type of PPE they should be wearing.

One CNA stated gloves.

The surveyor noted the posted sign and asked if the resident required the PPE as per the posted precautions.

The CNA stated the resident was on Advanced Barrier Precautions, and that only when staff provide foley or pericare is a gown required, otherwise, only gloves are required.

On 3/18/25 at 1:25 p.m., the surveyor asked LPN #1, what type of precautions Resident #33 required. LPN #1 stated the resident had ESBL (Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase) in the urine, and an SP (supratubic) tube.

The LPN stated when providing care for the foley (SP tube), we gown up.

On 3/18/25 at 1:30 p.m., in an interview with the surveyor, the Unit Manager (JUM) stated Resident #33 had a history of ESBL which had been treated in November, 2024.

However, the resident had been treated in the emergency department (ED) over the weekend and was diagnosed with a urinary tract infection (UTI).

The JUM stated he/she was not sure what kind of precautions the resident was currently on.

A review of Resident #33's record noted a provider note, dated 3/18/25, which stated recent ED visit with diagnosis of UTI - per culture and sensitivity - Pseudomonas aeruoginosus, Serratia marcescens. Resident #33's care plan, last revised 3/18/25, stated the resident required Enhanced Barrier Precautions.

On 3/19/25 at 10:25 a.m., a surveyor observed Resident #33's door with the same Contact Precautions sign.

205091

Form Approved OMB

STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION (X3) DATE SURVEY AND PLAN OF CORRECTION IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: COMPLETED A.

Building 205091 B.

Wing 03/24/2025

NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE

Oak Grove Center 27 Cool St Waterville, ME 04901

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 WATERVILLE, ME, (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 OAK GROVE CENTER or from the state Department of Health. Reports include deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines.


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