EFFINGHAM HEALTHCARE & SENIOR LIVING in EFFINGHAM, IL was fined $175,159 by CMS across 3 separate penalties following 54 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

EFFINGHAM HEALTHCARE & SENIOR LIVING (EFFINGHAM, IL) — $175,159 in CMS Fines

Outcome: EFFINGHAM HEALTHCARE & SENIOR LIVING in EFFINGHAM, IL was fined $175,159 by CMS across 3 separate penalties following 54 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.


• Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.


• Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.


• Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.


• Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.


• Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.


• Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.


• Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.