Elliott Nursing and Rehabilitation in Sandy Hook, KY was fined $12,844 by CMS following 9 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Elliott Nursing and Rehabilitation (Sandy Hook, KY) — $12,844 in CMS Fines

Outcome: Elliott Nursing and Rehabilitation in Sandy Hook, KY was fined $12,844 by CMS following 9 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• 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.


• Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.


• Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.


• Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.


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


• Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.


• Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.


• Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.