Nursing Home News — Page 396

The 21-hour delay violated New York regulations requiring nursing homes to report abuse allegations within two hours.

The October 1st incident unfolded when the resident's doctor's office discovered her portable oxygen supply had run out during the 9:50 a.m.

On September 23, 2025, a family member of a resident contacted Nursing Home Administrator A with the sexual abuse allegation.

Several staff members had developed their own workarounds, placing pillows between the resident and the rails to prevent injury.

The resident, identified as CR1 in inspection records, exhibited escalating behaviors that staff said they could not manage.

The resident at Parkridge Specialty Care had been placed on strict non-weight bearing status for her left foot on September 17.

A licensed nurse completed an assessment including neurological checks and documented no injuries from the incident.

and taken to live in an apartment with minimal support services.

Nobody at Greentree acted on that recommendation.

The resident arrived September 19 with colon cancer, a colostomy, and surgical aftercare needs.

The Director of Nursing told inspectors that nursing assistants should document care provided and note any refusals.

The investigation violated federal requirements for thorough abuse inquiries at nursing homes receiving Medicare and Medicaid funding.