Otterbein North Shore
OTTERBEIN NORTH SHORE in LAKESIDE, OH — inspection on September 22, 2025.
Found 1 citation. 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.
Inspection Findings
Review of the quarterly Minimum Data Set 3.0 (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] revealed Resident #501 was unable to speak, had severe cognitive impairment and was staff dependent for all care and transfers.
Review of the care plan dated 04/14/25 revealed Resident #501 required the use of a mechanical lift with the assistance of two staff members for all transfers.
Observation of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) #106 on 09/22/25 at 7:50 A.M. revealed she was using a mechanical lift independently to transfer Resident #501 from her bed to her wheelchair.
There was no other staff present assisting with Resident #501's transfer.
Interview with CNA #106 on 09/22/25 at 7:53 A.M. confirmed she was using the mechanical lift independently to transfer Resident #501 and typically used the mechanical lift independently to transfer residents.
Interview with the Administrator on 09/22/25 at 8:28 A.M. revealed two staff members were required when utilizing the mechanical lift to transfer residents.
Interview with the Director of Nursing on 09/22/25 at 2:10 P.M. revealed nursing staff were trained during orientation on the proper use of a mechanical lift.
The training included the facility-implemented requirement of two staff members while transferring a resident with a mechanical lift.
Review of the manufacturer's instructions for Maxi Move mechanical lift revealed circumstances should dictate the need for two-assist transfers and the facility, based on unique circumstances, was responsible for determining when the use of two-assist transfers was appropriate.
This deficiency represents non-compliance investigated under Complaint Number 2609933.
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