WAYNE CENTER in WAYNE, PA was fined $21,018 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 13 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

WAYNE CENTER (WAYNE, PA) — $21,018 in CMS Fines

Outcome: WAYNE CENTER in WAYNE, PA was fined $21,018 by CMS across 2 separate penalties following 13 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.


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


• Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.


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


• Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.


• 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.


• Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.


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