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NATIONAL NURSING HOME WATCH LIST

EMPORIA REHABILITATION CENTER: Actual Harm and/or Immediate Jeopardy

221 W LOGAN AVE

EMPORIA KS

TELEPHONE: 6203424212

TYPE OF OWNERSHIP: For profit - Corporation

NUMBER OF BEDS / PERCENT OCCUPIED: 69 / 59

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Based on the annual and complaint survey data reported by CMS as of 02/27/08 , this home is listed because in at least one area they caused actual harm to a patient and/or subjected the patients to immediate jeopardy. More recent reports/corrections may be available. Check with the nursing home administrator. Actual harm is indicated by a score of G, H, I, while J, K, L indicate immediate jeopardy. The color coding scheme is below:
RATING DEFINITION
actual harm and/or immediate jeopardy: score= G,H,I,J,K,L
potential for more than minimal harm: score= D, E, F
potential for minimal harm: score= A, B, C
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NOTE: THIS HOME ALSO FOUND TO HAVE CAUSED ACTUAL HARM OR PLACED
PATIENTS IN IMMEDIATE JEOPARDY ON AT LEAST: 1 ADDITIONAL SURVEY(S)
RESULTS LISTED BASED ON MOST RECENT ANNUAL SURVEY DATED: 03/08/2007
RATING VIOLATION SCOPE/SEVERITY CODE
Make sure that residents receive treatment/services to continue to be able to care for themselves, unless a change is unavoidable. E
Get services outside the nursing home that meet professional standards. F
Make sure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless it is necessary. D
Give the right treatment and services to residents who have mental or social problems adjusting. G
Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. E
Have enough nurses to care for every resident in a way that maximizes the resident's well being. F
post nurse staffing information. F
1) Develop a complete care plan within 7 days of each resident's admission; 2) prepare a care plan with the care team, including the primary nurse, doctor, resident or resident's family or representative; or 3) check and update the care pla E
Give professional services that meet a professional standard of quality. E
Choose a doctor to be the medical director. F
Make sure that each resident's nutritional needs were met. D
Get proof that a nurse aide has the training and skills that the State requires. C
1) Set up a group that is legally responsible for writing and setting up policies for leading and running the nursing home; or 2) hire a properly licensed administrator. F
Be administered in a way that leads to the highest possible level of well being for each resident. F
Make sure there is a program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. F
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable. E
Give or get special rehabilitation if in the patient's plan of care. G
Store, cook, and give out food in a safe and clean way. F
Set up or keep a group of people to review and ensure quality. F
Develop a complete care plan that meets all of a resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. E
Make sure all assessments are accurate, coordinated by an RN, done by the right professional, and are signed by the person completing them. D
Check and update (if needed) each resident's assessment every 3 months. E
Do an assessment of the resident every year. D
1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. G
Assess the resident when the resident enters the nursing home, in a timely manner. D
Provide needed housekeeping and maintenance. E
Protect each resident from all abuse, physical punishment, and being separated from others. K
Provide proof that all residents' personal money which is deposited with the nursing home, is secure. E
Provide activities to meet the needs of each resident. E
Provide social services for related medical problems to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. F
Tell each resident who can get Medicaid benefits about 1) which items and services Medicaid covers and which the resident must pay for; or 2) how to apply for Medicaid, along with the names and addresses of State groups that can help. D
Properly hold, secure and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home. E

COMPLAINT SURVEY RESULTS: SUBSTANTIATED

DATERATINGCOMPLAINT VIOLATION CONFIRMEDSCOPE/SEVERITY CODE
11/04/2004 Immediately tell the resident, doctor, and a family member if: the resident is injured, there is a major change in resident's physical/mental health, there is a need to alter treatment significantly, or the resident must be transf D
11/04/2004 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. G
12/16/2004 Immediately tell the resident, doctor, and a family member if: the resident is injured, there is a major change in resident's physical/mental health, there is a need to alter treatment significantly, or the resident must be transf D
12/16/2004 Keep each resident free from physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. E
12/16/2004 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. E
12/16/2004 Provide clean bed and bath linens that are in good condition. C
12/16/2004 Make sure all assessments are accurate, coordinated by an RN, done by the right professional, and are signed by the person completing them. D
12/16/2004 1) Develop a complete care plan within 7 days of each resident's admission; 2) prepare a care plan with the care team, including the primary nurse, doctor, resident or resident's family or representative; or 3) check and update th E
12/16/2004 Give professional services that meet a professional standard of quality. E
12/16/2004 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. E
12/16/2004 Make sure that residents who cannot care for themselves receive help with eating/drinking, grooming and hygiene. D
12/16/2004 Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. D
12/16/2004 Make sure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless it is necessary. D
12/16/2004 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. F
12/16/2004 Give each resident enough fluids to keep them healthy and prevent dehydration. D
12/16/2004 Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. E
02/01/2005 Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. D
03/02/2005 Immediately tell the resident, doctor, and a family member if: the resident is injured, there is a major change in resident's physical/mental health, there is a need to alter treatment significantly, or the resident must be transf E
03/02/2005 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. E
09/29/2005 Immediately tell the resident, doctor, and a family member if: the resident is injured, there is a major change in resident's physical/mental health, there is a need to alter treatment significantly, or the resident must be transf D
09/29/2005 Make a complete assessment that covers all questions for areas that are listed in official regulations. D
09/29/2005 1) Develop a complete care plan within 7 days of each resident's admission; 2) prepare a care plan with the care team, including the primary nurse, doctor, resident or resident's family or representative; or 3) check and update th D
09/29/2005 Give professional services that meet a professional standard of quality. D
09/29/2005 Make sure that residents who cannot care for themselves receive help with eating/drinking, grooming and hygiene. D
09/29/2005 Make sure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless it is necessary. E
09/29/2005 Make sure that each resident's nutritional needs were met. G
09/29/2005 Keep the rate of medication errors (wrong drug, wrong dose, wrong time) to less than 5%. E
09/29/2005 Use a registered nurse at least 8 hours a day, 7 days a week. C
11/08/2005 Provide care in a way that keeps or builds each resident's dignity and self respect. D
11/08/2005 Keep safe, clean and homelike surroundings. E
11/08/2005 Make sure that residents who cannot care for themselves receive help with eating/drinking, grooming and hygiene. D
11/08/2005 Make sure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless it is necessary. D
01/20/2006 Give professional services that meet a professional standard of quality. E
01/20/2006 Make sure that residents with reduced range of motion get proper treatment and services to increase range of motion. E
03/02/2006 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. E
03/02/2006 Give professional services that meet a professional standard of quality. E
05/18/2006 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. E
10/18/2007 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. D
11/28/2007 Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. D
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