GRACE MANOR CARE CENTER in BURLINGTON, CO was fined $1,609 by CMS following 10 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

GRACE MANOR CARE CENTER (BURLINGTON, CO) — $1,609 in CMS Fines

Outcome: GRACE MANOR CARE CENTER in BURLINGTON, CO was fined $1,609 by CMS following 10 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.


• Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.


• Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.


• Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.


• 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 dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.


• Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.


• Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.