Grace Care Center of Nocona
CMS
Actual Harm
Documentation Failure
Immediate Jeopardy
Inadequate Staffing
Infection Control
Medication Error
Nutrition Care
Resident Neglect
Penalty
$32,425
Outcome
Grace Care Center of Nocona in Nocona, TX was fined $32,425 by CMS following 30 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.
Details
Grace Care Center of Nocona (Nocona, TX) — $32,425 in CMS Fines
Outcome: Grace Care Center of Nocona in Nocona, TX was fined $32,425 by CMS following 30 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.
Deficiency areas cited:
- 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.
- Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
- Keep all essential equipment working safely.
- Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
- Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
- Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
- Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
- Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
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