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99/100Fonda Specialty Care Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (Fonda, Iowa)
607 Queen Street, Fonda, Iowa 50540
Phone: 7122884441
CMS Overall:5/5
Overview & Bed Count
Certified Beds
46
Avg Residents/Day
39.8
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Pocahontas
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No
CMS Star Ratings
Overall5/5
Health5/5
Staffing5/5
Quality5/5
Nurse Staffing Check
| Metric | This Facility | Iowa Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours per Resident per Day | 0.58 | 0.74 | -0.16 |
| Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day | 3.56 | 3.86 | -0.30 |
| CMS Staffing Rating | 5/5 | 3.8/5 | - |
| Nursing Staff Turnover | 24.3% | 44.1% | - |
Health Citation History
13 health citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-04-18 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-18 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-12-21 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-12-21 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-20 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-20 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-20 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-20 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-20 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-20 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-20 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-20 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-20 | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
Fire Safety Citation History
16 fire safety citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-19 | Egress Deficiencies | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-03-19 | Smoke Deficiencies | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-03-19 | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-03-19 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Egress Deficiencies | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Smoke Deficiencies | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-20 | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-20 | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-11-20 | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
Total Penalties & Fines
$0
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
0
Number of Fines
0
Total Penalties
No penalty records found.
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