VALLEY HI NURSING HOME in WOODSTOCK, IL was fined $65,556 by CMS following 30 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

VALLEY HI NURSING HOME (WOODSTOCK, IL) — $65,556 in CMS Fines

Outcome: VALLEY HI NURSING HOME in WOODSTOCK, IL was fined $65,556 by CMS following 30 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.


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


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


• Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.


• 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.


• 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 food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.


• Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.