Observations:
Based on a review of nurse staffing and staff interview, it was determined the facility failed to ensure the minimum registered nurse to resident ratio was provided on each shift for seven shifts out of 21 reviewed.
Findings include:
A review of the facility's weekly staffing records revealed that on the following date the facility failed to provide minimum registered nurse (RN) staff of 1:250 on the night shift, based on the facility's census:
August 17, 2026, 0 RNs on the night shift, versus the required 1, for a census of 30. August 18, 2026, 0 RNs on the night shift, versus the required 1, for a census of 30. August 19, 2026, 0 RNs on the night shift, versus the required 1, for a census of 30. August 20, 2026, 0 RNs on the night shift, versus the required 1, for a census of 30. August 21, 2026, 0 RNs on the night shift, versus the required 1, for a census of 30. August 22, 2026, 0.56 RNs on the night shift, versus the required 1, for a census of 30. August 23, 2026, 0 RNs on the night shift, versus the required 1, for a census of 30. On the above dates mentioned no additional excess higher-level staff were available to compensate for this deficiency. An interview with the Director of Nursing, on August 24, 2026, at 1:10 PM confirmed the facility had not met the required RN to resident ratios on the above dates.
| | Plan of Correction - To be completed: 09/11/2026
1. There were no ill effects suffered by the residents due to the facility's failure to meet ratio for residents to RNS for the identified shifts.
2. A facility wide audit was conducted to ensure recruitment has all facility needs posted. A 24-Hour look back was completed to ensure ratios were met.
3. The DON was re-educated on ensuring ratios are met.
4. The NHA or designee will conduct an audit of nursing care ratios weekly x 4 weeks then monthly x 2 months to ensure ratios are being met. The results will be submitted to QAPI Committee for review and analysis of ongoing monitoring.
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