YOAKUM NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER in YOAKUM, TX was fined $13,627 by CMS following 23 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

YOAKUM NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER (YOAKUM, TX) — $13,627 in CMS Fines

Outcome: YOAKUM NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER in YOAKUM, TX was fined $13,627 by CMS following 23 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.


• Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.


• Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.


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


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


• 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.


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


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