Petitioner: AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION
Respondent: SHALOM MANOR RETIREMENT HOME, D/B/A SHALOM MANOR
Judges: CATHY M. SELLERS
Agency: Agency for Health Care Administration
Locations: Lauderdale Lakes, Florida
Filed: Aug. 09, 2011
Status: Closed
Settled and/or Dismissed prior to entry of RO/FO on Monday, September 19, 2011.
Latest Update: Jan. 25, 2012
STATE OF FLORIDA
AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION
STATE OF FLORIDA, AGENCY FOR HEALTH
CARE ADMINISTRATION,
Petitioner, AHCA No.: 2011006061
AHCA No.: 2011006320
Vv. Return Receipt Requested:
7009 0080 0000 0586 2010
SHALOM MANOR RETIREMENT HOME d/b/a
SHALOM MANOR,
Respondent.
ADMINISTRATIVE COMPLAINT
COMES NOW State of Florida, Agency for Health Care
Administration (“AHCA”’), by and through the undersigned counsel,
and files this administrative complaint against Shalom Manor
Retirement Home d/b/a Shalom Manor (hereinafter “Shalom Manor”),
pursuant to Chapter 429, Part I, and Section 120.60, Florida
Statutes (2010), and alleges:
NATURE OF THE ACTION
1. This is an action to revoke the assisted living
facility license [License No.: 5167] of Shalom Manor and to
impose an administrative fine of $40,000.00 pursuant to Sections
429.14 and 429.19, Florida Statutes (2010), for the protection
of public health, safety and welfare.
Filed August 9, 2011 1:39 PM Division of Administrative Hearings
JURISDICTION AND VENUE
2. This Court has jurisdiction pursuant to Sections
120.569 and 120.57, Florida Statutes (2010), and Chapter 28-106,
Florida Administrative Code (2010).
3. Venue lies pursuant to Rule 28-106.207, Florida
Administrative Code (2010).
PARTIES
4, AHCA is the regulatory authority responsible for
licensure and enforcement of all applicable statutes and rules
governing assisted living facilities pursuant to Chapter 429,
Part I, Florida Statutes (2010), and Chapter 58A-5 Florida
Administrative Code (2010).
5. Shalom Manor operates a 35-bed assisted living
facility located at 2771 N. W. 58% Terrace, Lauderhill, Florida
33313. Shalom Manor is licensed as an assisted living facility
under license number 5167. Shalom Manor was at all times
material hereto a licensed facility under the licensing
authority of AHCA and was required to comply with all applicable
rules and statutes.
COUNT I
SHALOM MANOR FAILED TO ENSURE THAT CARE AND SERVICES WERE
APPROPRIATE TO EACH RESIDENT’S NEEDS.
RULE 58A-5.0182, FLORIDA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
RULE 58A-5.016(8) (a), FLORIDA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
CLASS I VIOLATION
6. AHCA re-alleges and incorporates paragraphs (1)
through (5) as if fully set forth herein.
7. For AHCA No.: 2011006061, Shalom Manor was cited with
three (3) Class I deficiencies and four (4) Class II
deficiencies as a result of a complaint investigation survey
that was conducted on May 16, 2011.
8. For AHCA No.: 2011006320, the Agency entered an
Immediate Moratorium on Admissions on June 7, 2011 on the basis
that the Agency found that an immediate serious danger to the
public’ health, safety, or welfare existed which required such
emergency limitation of the license. The Immediate Moratorium on
Admissions is based on the facts set out within the Moratorium
and within this Administrative Complaint
8. A complaint investigation survey was conducted on May
16, 2011. Based on observations and interviews, it was
determined the facility failed to ensure care and services
appropriate to each resident's needs were provided, for 3 out of
4 sampled residents (Residents #1, #2, & #3). The findings
include the following.
RESIDENT #1
9. Resident #1 was examined by an ARNP on 05/10/11.
Review of the exam sheet notes a medical diagnosis of HIV,
Diabetic, Hypertension, history of seizures, history of falls
and abnormal gait.
10. An interview with the Administrator at 12:30 PM on
05/16/11 revealed the facility was not aware of any nursing
requirements (accuchecks and/or insulin administration)
regarding the resident being a diabetic.
11. It was also revealed the facility had not made any
contact attempts to the family or prior physicians to determine
if the resident required , accuchecks and/or insulin
administration.
» 12, The facility failed to have a completed Health
Assessment within the required time frame to ensure appropriate
care and services are provided with respect to the resident's
current medical diagnosis and needs.
10. Record review revealed Resident #1 was found
unresponsive in his/her room.
11. The Resident Observation Log dated 05/12/11 at
approximately 6 AM noted the following:
Arrived at 6 AM made rounds. Went to Resident #1
room he was not calling as usual. Staff called him
at least 3 times no response, touched the chair,
no response. Called the night staff and
accompanied her to Resident #1's room, she called
him no response, told her-confirmed that Resident
#1 was deceased.
11. Employee #1 went to the office and told the
Administrator the resident was deceased. The Administrator went
immediately to the room and confirmed, family was notified,
police was notified, and funeral arrangements will be made by
family. The time of death is not known by staff. Further record
review revealed the resident did not have a signed DNR.
12. Interviews with the Administrator and Employee #1 on
05/16/11, during the survey revealed none of the three staff
(the Administrator, Employee #1 & #2) that observed Resident #1
unresponsive in the AM performed CPR or called for Emergency
Services (911) in a timely manner.
RESIDENT #2
13. Resident Observation notes documented resident was
found unresponsive at 2:15 AM on 07/24/10 and sent to the
hospital 911 as noted in file. However, the file failed to note
whether CPR was initiated by staff prior to emergency services
arriving at the facility to treat the resident. During an
interview with the Administrator at 12:10 PM, she was unable to
prove or provide documentation that CPR was initiated by the
facility's staff upon finding the resident unresponsive.
RESIDENT #3
14, Review of Resident #3's Health Assessment form dated
01/21/11, noted the resident requires assistance with his/her
self-administration of medications. According to the
Administrator and Employee #2 (the Medication Tech) the resident
has not received assistance with medications from the facility
since admission. Further interview with the Administrator
revealed the facility was unable to provide a physician’s order
or an updated health assessment noting the resident did not
require any assistance with self-administered medications.
15. The Administrator and the Office Manager/Resident Care
Aid (Employee #5) of the facility was interviewed on the day of
the survey (during an exit conference) and confirmed the
findings.
16. Based on the foregoing facts, Shalom Manor violated
Florida Administrative Code, Rule 58A-5.0182 and Rule 58A-
5.016(8) (a), herein classified as a Class I violation pursuant
to Section 408.813(1) (a), Florida Statutes, which warrants an
assessed fine of $10,000.00 pursuant to Section 429.19(2) (a),
Florida Statutes, and gives rise to the revocation of the
assisted living facility license pursuant to Section
429.14(1) (e) (1), Florida Statutes.
COUNT II
SHALOM MANOR FAILED TO ENSURE THAT ALL RESIDENTS ARE FREE OF
NEGLECT AND RECEIVE EMERGENCY SERVICES.
SECTION 429.28(1) (a) and (j), FLORIDA STATUTES
CLASS I VIOLATION
17. AHCA re-alleges and incorporates paragraphs “(1)
through (5) as if fully set forth herein.
18. A complaint investigation survey was conducted on May
16, 2011. Based on record review and interview, it was
determined the facility failed to ensure that all residents are
free of neglect and receive emergency services (care) as needed,
for 1 out of 4 sampled residents (Resident #1). The findings
include the following.
19. Observation Log dated 05/12/11 at approximately 6 AM
revealed the following entry.
Arrived at 6 AM made rounds. Went to Resident #1's
room, he was not calling as usual. Staff called
him at least 3 times no response, touched the
chair, no response. Called the night staff and
accompanied her to Resident #1's room, she called
him no response, told her-confirmed that Resident
#1 was deceased.
20. Employee #1 came to the office and told the
Administrator the resident was deceased. The Administrator went
immediately to the room and confirmed, family was notified,
police was notified, and funeral arrangements will be made by
family. The time of death is not known by staff. Further record
review revealed the resident did not have a signed DNRO.
21. An interview with the Administrator at 11:30 AM on
05/16/11 revealed the notes in Resident #1's file dated 05/12/11
were written by her, after speaking to Employee #1 and Employee
#3. It was also revealed that upon her arrival to Resident #1's
room, she did not perform CPR or use the AED machine which is
located in the office.
22. According to the Administrator she realized he was
already dead and just returned to the office and called 911.
When questioned regarding the time frame from observation of
resident being deceased and notifying 911, she reported only
about’ 10 minutes. Through further interview accompanied by the
Attorney General's Office investigator, the Administrator
finally confirmed that it took longer than 10 minutes in which
911 was notified, but was unable to give exact time. The
Administrator also during interview was unable to provide an
explanation of why upon responding to Resident 1 and determining
the resident was unresponsive that CPR was not performed
immediately and 911 called. It was also revealed she was not
aware of any life threatening illness of Resident #1. Upon
request of a DNRO for the resident, it was revealed the facility
did not have a signed DNRO for the resident.
23. An interview with Employee #1, 18t person noted in
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notes that found resident deceased/first respondent at 11 AM on
05/16/11, confirmed the above events as noted on 05/12/11. It
was also revealed that she just touched Resident #1's body, but
did not check for a pulse and did not perform CPR once she
realized the resident was unresponsive and not breathing. She
also confirmed upon arrival of Employee #3 to examine the body
that she also did not perform CPR or call 911.
24. Further interview revealed Employee #1 was not able to
provide an explanation for the reason she did not follow
protocol as the first respondent to an unresponsive person and
immediately perform CPR and call 911. It was also revealed she
was not aware of any life threatening illness of Resident #1.
25. Review of the Offense Incident Report/Police Report
dated 05/12/11 provided by the Police Department, confirmed 911
was not contacted in a timely manner. The Report notes that on
05/12/11 at approximately 0640 hours an officer was dispatched
to facility in reference to a deceased person. The report notes
the following: The Administrator last saw the resident at 4 AM
in room 4G. Resident #1 suffers from HIV, Diabetes, and
Seizures. At approximately 5:50 AM staff members Employee #1 &
#2 informed her that Resident #1 was deceased. She then saw that
Resident #1 was deceased sitting in his/her wheelchair. She then
dialed 911 at approximately 6:37 AM. No attempts to perform CPR
were administered by her staff. As per Employee #2 stated, she
last saw Resident #1 alive on 05/12/11 at approximately 4 ~AM.
Resident was sleeping in his bed.- Around 6 AM she was informed
by Employee # 1 that Resident #1 was dead. She then saw Resident
#1 was not breathing sitting in his/her wheelchair. She then
placed a bed sheet over Resident #1's body and notified the
Administrator. As per Employee #1, on 05/12/11 at approximately
6 AM she found Resident #1 not breathing in his/her wheelchair.
She then notified Employee #2 and the Administrator.
26. The information obtained from the police report, the
resident's file and interviews, confirmed that. once Resident #1
was found unresponsive and not breathing the facility waited
approximately 47 minutes before calling 911 and during this time’
did not perform. CPR prior to 911 being called nor after 911
called. The facility intentionally failed to perform CPR and
deprived Resident #1 of this needed service, as required.
27. Further interview also revealed the Administrator
failed to properly investigate a death of a resident at the
facility to prevent future reoccurrences and to provide the
basis for future training.
28. Based on the foregoing facts, Shalom Manor violated
Section 429.28 (1) (a) and (3), Florida Statutes, herein
classified as a Class I violation pursuant to Section
408.813(1) (a), Florida Statutes, which warrants an assessed fine
of $10,000.00 pursuant to Section 429.19(2) (a), Florida
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Statutes, and gives rise to the revocation of the assisted
living facility license pursuant to Section 429.14(1) (e) (1),
Florida Statutes. .
COUNT IIT
SHALOM MANOR’S ADMINISTRATOR FAILED TO APPROPRIATELY AND
ADEQUATELY SUPERVISE AND OPERATE THE FACILITY FOR THE SAFETY AND
WELL-BEING OF RESIDENTS.
RULE 58A-5.019(1), FLORIDA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
(STAFFING STANDARDS)
CLASS II VIOLATION
29. AHCA re-alleges and incorporates paragraphs (1)
through (5) as if fully set forth herein.
30. A complaint investigation survey was conducted on May
26, 2011. Based on observations, record review, and interview,
it was determined the Administrator failed to appropriately and
adequately supervise and operate the facility for the safety and
well-being of the residents. The findings include the following.
31. The Administrator failed to ensure that all staff is
adequately trained in the facility's policy on DNRO, - Advanced
Directive and AED to ensure the safety and well-being of all
residents. Further interview also revealed that the
Administrator failed to properly investigate a death of a
resident at the facility to prevent future reoccurrences and to
provide the basis for future training.
32. Record review, interview, and observations also
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confirmed the Administrator failed to ensure the rights of
residents to live in a safe and decent living environment free
of abuse and neglect was maintained.
33. Throughout the survey conducted on 05/16/11 between
the hours of 9:30 AM and 3:45 PM, it was noted the Administrator
did not have knowledge of the resident's well-being and
constantly relied upon staff in answering various medical
questions regarding sampled residents.
34. Based on the foregoing facts, Shalom Manor violated
Rule 58A-5.019(1), Florida Administrative Code, herein
classified as a Class II violation, pursuant to Section
408.813(2) (b), Florida Statutes which warrants an assessed fine
of $2,000.00, pursuant to Section 429.1(2) (b), Florida Statutes.
COUNT IV
SHALOM MANOR FAILED TO ACCURATELY MAINTAIN MORs (MEDICATION
OBSERVATION RECORDS) FOR RESIDENTS.
RULE 58A-5.018(5) (b), FLORIDA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
CLASS II VIOLATION
35. AHCA vxre-alleges = and incorporates paragraphs (1)
through (5) as if fully set forth herein.
36. A complaint investigation survey was conducted on May
16, 2011. Based on record review and interview, it was
determined the facility failed to accurately maintain MORs
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(medication observation records), for 2 out of 4 sampled
residents (Resident #1 & #3). The findings include the
following.
RESIDENT #1
37. Upon request of Resident #1's MORs for March through
May 2011, it was revealed by the Administrator and Employee #2
(Medication Technician), the facility was unable to locate: the
prior and current month’s MORs. It was revealed by the
Administrator and Employee #2 the facility provided assistance
with self-administered medications daily to the resident and
documented on the MORs daily.
38. Upon request of current prescribed medications, it was
also revealed the facility did not have any documentation of the
currently prescribed medications for the resident. According to
Employee #2, it was revealed the facility provided assistance
with all the resident's medications provided by the Resident's
family, but they did not have any documentation of the
medications provided by the family or the date provided to the
facility.
39. Employee #2 provided several bottles containing
multiple pills of resident #1's medication for review, but there
were no MOR's reflecting same: Divalproex Sodium, 250 mg tab,
_take 1 tablet by mouth daily, dated 12/20/10. Sulfameth/TMP DS
take 1 tablet by mouth daily, dated 11/17/10. SMZ-TMP, take 1
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tablet by mouth daily, dated 12/23/10. Diphen/Atropine, take. 1
tablet 4 times a day as needed, dated 10/27/10. Lisinopril 5 mg,
take 1 table daily, dated 3/31/11. Sulfameth DS take by mouth as
directed, dated 3/31/11. Phenytoin, take one capsule by mouth
three times daily, dated 3/31/11. Glipizide ER 2.5 mg, take 1
tablet by mouth, dated 3/31/11. Labelalol 100 mg, take 1/2
tablet twice daily, dated 3/31/11.
RESIDENT #3
40. Upon request of Resident #3's MORs for March through
May 2011, it was revealed by the Administrator and Employee #2
(Medication Technician), that the facility did not have current
month or prior month MORs for the resident. It was revealed by
the Administrator and Employee #2 that the facility does not
provide assistance with self-administered medications for the
resident.
41. Review of Resident #3's Health Assessment form dated
01/21/11, noted the resident requires assistance with his/her
self-administration of medications: According to the
Administrator, the resident has not received assistance with
medications from the facility since admission on 1/21/11.
Further interview with the Administrator revealed the facility
was unable to provide a physician’s order or an updated health
assessment noting the resident did not require any assistance
with self-administered medications.
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42. Review of discharge instructions from the hospital in
the resident's record revealed on 3/13/11 resident #3 had a
diagnosis of "Back Sprain", and had prescriptions of Norflex,
Toradol, and Vicodin. There was no MORs available for resident
#3.
43. Based on the foregoing facts, Shalom Manor violated
Rule 58A-5.0185(5) (b), Florida Administrative Code, herein
classified as a Class II violation. pursuant to Section
408.813(2) (b), which warrants an assessed fine of $2,000.00,
pursuant to Section 429.19(2) (b), Florida Statutes.
COUNT V
SHALOM MANOR FAILED TO ENSURE A SAFE ENVIRONMENT FREE OF
BEDBUGS .
RULE 58A-5.023(3) (a), FLORIDA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
CLASS II VIOLATION
44. AHCA re-alleges and incorporates paragraphs (1)
through (5) as if fully set forth herein.
45. A complaint investigation survey was conducted on May
16, 2011. Based on record review and interview, it was
determined the facility failed to provide a safe environment
free of bedbugs. The findings include the following.
46. An interview with the Administrator at 9:40 AM on
05/16/11 revealed the facility has bedbugs in a few areas of the
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facility. It was revealed staff found bedbugs in the Common
Area/TV room a couple of weeks ago and the pest control
exterminator was notified. However, the facility was not able to
provide documentation indicating treatment of bedbugs by this
pest control company.
47. The facility contacted a new licensed pest control
company (certified experts in bedbugs) on 05/16/11 for further
evaluation. Review of the pest control report from this
evaluation revealed the facility has bedbugs throughout’ the
premises and required treatment.
48. A telephone referral was made to the Dept. of Health
(DOH) on 5/16/11. On 5/25/11, the DOH inspection report
confirmed the presence of bed bugs in several resident rooms.
49, Based on the foregoing facts, Shalom Manor violated
Rule 58A-5.023(3) (a), Florida Administrative Code, herein
classified as a Class II violation, which warrants an assessed
fine of $2,000.00 and gives rise to the revocation of the
assisted living facility license.
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COUNT VI
SHALOM MANOR FAILED TO ENSURE THAT NEW RESIDENTS HAVE A MEDICAL
EXAMINATION COMPLETED ON A RESIDENT HEALTH ASSESSMENT FORM
WITHIN 30 DAYS OF ADMISSION.
RULE 58A-5.0181(2) (b), FLORIDA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
CLASS II VIOLATION
50. AHCA re-alleges and incorporates paragraphs (1)
through (5) as if fully set forth herein.
51. A complaint investigation survey was conducted on May
16, 2011. Based on record review and interview, it was
determined the facility failed to ensure new residents admitted
to the facility have a medical examination completed on a
Resident Health Assessment (form 1823) within 30 days of
admission, for 2 out 4 sampled residents (Resident #1 and #2).
The findings include the following.
52. Record review revealed Resident #1 was admitted to the
facility on 03/16/11, but did not have a completed Resident
Health Assessment (ACHA form 1823). An interview with the
Administrator at 11 AM on 05/16/11 revealed the facility did not
have a Resident Health Assessment form for the resident.
According to the Administrator, the facility forgot to remind
the in-house physician that Resident #1 was a new admission and
needed an exam.
53. It was also revealed by the Administrator the facility
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had no knowledge or documentation of the resident's current
medical history. The facility was also unable to provide
documentation that this resident was appropriate for placement
in the ALF and the resident's needs could be met in this
facility.
54. Further review revealed the resident was not seen by
the ARNP until 05/10/11, almost two months after the resident
was admitted. The documentation by the ARNP on 5/10/11 revealed
resident #1 has diagnosis of Diabetes Mellitus, HIV,
Hypertension, History of Seizures and Falls, and Gait
abnormality. The ARNP also documented the resident should have
"daily oversight".
55. Record review revealed Resident #2 was admitted to
facility on 03/19/11, but did not have a completed Health
Assessment done until 05/25/11. According to the Administrator
the facility did not have another Health Assessment completed
within the 30 day required time frame.
56. Based on the foregoing facts, Shalom Manor violated
Rule 58A-5.0181(2) (b), Florida Administrative Code, herein
classified as a Class [II violation, pursuant to Section
408.813(2) (b), Florida Statutes, and which warrants an assessed
fine of $2,000.00 pursuant to Section 429.19(2)(b), Florida
Statutes.
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COUNT VII
SHALOM MANOR FAILED TO DISCHARGE A RESIDENT WHO COULD NO LONGER
HAVE THEIR IS NEEDS MET AND NO LONGER MET THE CRITERIA FOR
CONTINUED RESIDENCY.
RULE 58A~5.0181(5), FLORIDA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
CLASS II VIOLATION
57. AHCA re-alleges and incorporates paragraphs (1)
through (5) as if fully set forth herein.
58. A complaint investigation survey was conducted on May
16, 2011. Based on record review and interview, it was
determined that the facility failed to discharge a resident who °
could no longer have their needs met and no longer met the
criteria for continued residency in an ALF, for 1 out of 4
sampled residents ( Resident #2). The findings include the
following.
59. Review of the file revealed resident #2 was admitted
to facility on 03/19/10 from the hospital. Review of Resident
Observation Notes dated 05/26/10 (one year prior) notes the
Administrator had concerns regarding the facility's ability to
provide care to the resident and the resident's suitability for
an ALF. On 8/2/10 (3 months later), the facility documented the
resident required a higher level of care and an RN 24 hours a
day.
60. On 8/25/10, the resident was enrolled in hospice. An
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interview with the Administrator at 11:50 AM on 05/16/11
confirmed that although the facility felt it could not provide
the level of care the resident needed, he was allowed to remain
at the facility.
61. Observations on 5/16/11 from approximately 9:30 AM to
4 PM, revealed resident #2 was sitting on the ‘couch, Slumped
over, and did not. respond to prompts. Interview with a hospice
representative on site on 5/16/11 at approximately 2:30 pM,
revealed the resident's needs could not be met in the facility
and required a higher level of care. Resident #2 was transferred
to a nursing home on 5/16/11.
62. Based on the foregoing facts, Shalom Manor violated
Rule 58A-5.0181(5), Florida Administrative Code, herein
classified as a Class II violation, pursuant to Section
408.813(2) (6), Florida Statutes, and which warrants an assessed
fine of $2,000.00 pursuant to Section 429.19(2)(b), Florida
Statutes.
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COUNT VIII
SHALOM MANOR FAILED TO COMPLY WITH LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT TO
ENSURE THE SAFETY AND WELL-BEING OF THE RESIDENTS.
SECTION 429.41(1) (a), FLORIDA STATUTES
RULE 58A-5.024(1) (m), FLORIDA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
CLASS II VIOLATION
63. AHCA re-alleges and incorporates paragraphs (1)
through (5) as if fully set forth herein.
64. An appraisal visit survey was conducted on June 6,
2011. Based on interview and record review, it was determined
that the facility failed to comply with the local fire
department to ensure the safety and well-being of the residents,
‘as required. The findings include the following.
65. During a review of the most recent fire inspection
report dated 06/03/2011 it was revealed the facility was issued
the following violations by the Lauderhill Pire Rescue Fire
Prevention Bureau:
a. Remove storage within 18 inches below sprinkler
heads in food storage area.
b. General disrepair - reduce amount of combustible
storage in storage room.
66. Further review of the report revealed a re-inspection
was scheduled for 06/06/2011.
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67. During a telephone interview with the fire inspector
of Lauderhill Fire Rescue Fire Prevention Bureau on 06/06/2011
at. approximately 3:00 PM, it was reported that he conducted a
revisit to the facility on the morning of 06/06/2011. Further
interview revealed as of the day of the re-inspection, 1 out of
the 2 violations issued on 06/03/2011 remained outstanding
specifically, failure to reduce the amount of combustible
storage in the storage room, including boxes of files, -blankets
and paper goods. The inspector reported a follow-up visit will
be conducted in a "couple days" to ensure compliance.
68. Based on the foregoing facts, Shalom Manor violated
Section 429.41(1) (a), Florida Statutes, and Rule 58A-
5.024(1) (m), Florida Administrative Code, herein classified
herein classified as a Class II violation pursuant to Section
408.813(2)(b), which warrants an assessed fine of $2,000.00,
pursuant to Section 429.19(2) (b), Florida Statutes.
COUNT IX
SHALOM MANOR FAILED TO ENSURE THAT AT LEAST ONE STAFF MEMBER
TRAINED IN FIRST AID AND CPR IS PRESENT AT ALL TIMES.
RULE 58A-5.019(4) (a)4, FLORIDA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
CLASS II VIOLATION
69. AHCA re-alleges and incorporates paragraphs (1)
through (5) as if fully set forth herein.
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70. An appraisal visit survey was conducted on June 6,
2011. Based on record review and interview, it was determined
that the facility failed to ensure at least one staff member,
who is trained in First Aid and CPR, is present at all times
when residents are in the facility. The findings include the
following.
71. During record review, it was noted that several
residents residing at the facility have diagnosis including
mental health disorders, seizures, hypertension, chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease, congestive heart failure, anemia
and hyperlipidemia. The residents residing at the facility are
unable to care for themselves independently and rely on staff to
safeguard their well-being.
72. During a review of the staffing schedule, employee
records, and interview with the Administrator, the Designated
Relief Person, and the Office Manager on 06/06/2011 at
approximately 12:00 PM, it was confirmed the facility does not
have at least one staff member who is currently trained in First
Aid, CPR, and AED present at all times when residents are in the
facility on the following dates, times and shifts: 06/02/2011:
6AM to 7AM; 4 PM to 6 AM; 06/03/2011: 6AM to 7 AM; 06/04/2011: 6
AM to 3 PM; 06/05/2011: 6 AM to 3 PM; 06/06/2011: 6 AM to 7 AM.
73. During a further interview, the Administrator reported
she was unaware there was not at least one staff member who is
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trained in First Aid and CPR, present at all times when
residents are in the facility.
74. Based on the foregoing facts, Shalom Manor violated
Rule 58A-5.019(4) (a)4, Florida Administrative Code, herein
classified as a Class II violation, pursuant to Section
408.813(2) (b), Florida Statutes, which warrants an assessed fine
of $1,000.00, pursuant to Section 429.19(2) (b), Florida
Statutes.
75. The violations subject of this case led to the filing
of an Immediate Moratorium on Admissions on June 7, 2011: That
case bears the number AHCA 2011006109. The Order was served
upon Respondent the same day.
REVOCATION
SECTION 429.14(1) (e)1 & 2, FLORIDA STATUTES
75. AHCA re-alleges and incorporates paragraphs (1)
through (5) as if fully set forth herein.
76. Besides the fines sought in Counts I through IX
of this complaint, the Agency seeks a revocation of license
pursuant to Section 429.14(1)(e)1 & 2 , Florida Statutes, which
provides that the Agency may revoke a license for one or more
cited class I deficiencies or 3 or more cited class II
deficiencies.
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CLAIM FOR RELIEF
WHEREFORE, the Agency requests the Court to order the
following relief:
1. Enter a judgment in favor of the Agency for Health
Care Administration against Shalom Manor on Counts I through IX.
2. Assess an administrative fine of $40,000.00 against
Shalom Manor on Counts I through IX for the violations cited
above.
3. Revoke the assisted living facility license [License
No.: 5167] of Shalom Manor based on Counts I through IX for the
violations cited above.
4, Assess costs related to the investigation and
prosecution of this matter, if the Court finds costs applicable.
5. Grant such other relief as this Court deems is just
and proper.
Respondent is notified that it has a right to request an
administrative hearing pursuant to Sections 120.569 and 120.57,
Florida Statutes (2010). Specific options for administrative
action are set out in the attached Election of Rights. All
requests for hearing shall be made to the Agency for Health Care
Administration, and delivered to the Agency Clerk, Agency for
Health Care Administration, 2727 Mahan Drive, MS #3,
Tallahassee, Florida 32308.
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RESPONDENT IS FURTHER NOTIFIED THAT THE FAILURE TO RECEIVE A
REQUEST FOR A HEARING WITHIN TWENTY-ONE (21) DAYS OF RECEIPT OF:
THIS COMPLAINT WILL RESULT IN AN ADMISSION OF THE FACTS ALLEGED
IN THE COMPLAINT AND THE ENTRY OF A FINAL ORDER BY THE AGENCY.
IF YOU WANT TO HIRE AN ATTORNEY, YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO BE
REPRESENTED BY AN ATTORNEY IN THIS MATTER
Alba M. 2 ft). Kod (\ 4
Fla. Bar No.: 0880175
Assistant General Counsel
Agency for Health Care
Administration
8333 N.W. 53°¢ Street
Suite 300
Miami, Florida 33166
305-718-5911
Copies furnished to:
Arlene Mayo-Davis
Field Office Manager
Agency for Health Care Administration
5150 Linton Blvd. - Suite 500
Delray Beach, Florida 33484
(U.S. Mail)
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Docket for Case No: 11-003988
Issue Date |
Proceedings |
Jan. 25, 2012 |
Agency Final Order filed.
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Sep. 19, 2011 |
Order Canceling Hearing, Relinquishing Jurisdiction and Closing File. CASE CLOSED.
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Sep. 19, 2011 |
Joint Motion to Relinquish Jurisdiction filed.
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Sep. 13, 2011 |
Notice of Service of AHCA's First Request for Admissions, Interrogatories and Request for Production of Documents filed.
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Sep. 07, 2011 |
Notice of Taking Deposition (of V. Barret, M. Jean-Mary, and H. Emmins) filed.
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Aug. 25, 2011 |
Order of Pre-hearing Instructions.
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Aug. 25, 2011 |
Notice of Hearing by Video Teleconference (hearing set for October 17, 2011; 9:00 a.m.; Lauderdale Lakes and Tallahassee, FL).
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Aug. 22, 2011 |
Response to Initial Order filed.
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Aug. 11, 2011 |
Initial Order.
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Aug. 09, 2011 |
Order of Dismissal without Prejudice Pursuant to Section 120.569(2)(c), Florida Statutes, to Allow for Amendment and Resubmission of Petition filed.
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Aug. 09, 2011 |
Election of Rights filed.
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Aug. 09, 2011 |
Addendum to Election of Rights filed.
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Aug. 09, 2011 |
Notice (of Agency referral) filed.
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Aug. 09, 2011 |
Request for Administrative Hearing filed.
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Aug. 09, 2011 |
Administrative Complaint filed.
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Orders for Case No: 11-003988