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West Side House LTC Facility Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (WORCESTER, Massachusetts)

35 FRUIT STREET, WORCESTER, Massachusetts 01609

Phone: 9783615032

CMS Overall:5/5

Overview & Bed Count

Certified Beds
91
Avg Residents/Day
53.3
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Worcester
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No

CMS Star Ratings

Overall5/5
Health5/5
Staffing4/5
Quality5/5

Nurse Staffing Check

MetricThis FacilityMassachusetts AvgDifference
RN Hours per Resident per Day0.460.66-0.19
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day4.503.94+0.56
CMS Staffing Rating4/53.1/5-
Nursing Staff Turnover44.3%37.6%-

Health Citation History

13 health citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2024-12-30Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-30Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesEnsure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-30Infection Control DeficienciesProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-30Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.B – Minimal Harm Potential
2024-11-06Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesDevelop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-07Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-07Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-07Infection Control DeficienciesDevelop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-07Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesAssess the resident when there is a significant change in conditionD – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-07Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide activities to meet all resident's needs.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-07Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-07Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure 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.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-07Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.D – Moderate Harm Potential

Fire Safety Citation History

30 fire safety citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-03-30Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesDevelop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-30Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesConduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-30Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesDevelop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-30Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesEstablish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-30Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesEstablish policies and procedures for sheltering.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-30Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesEstablish policies and procedures for volunteers.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-30Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesDevelop a communication plan.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-30Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesList the names and contact information of those in the facility.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-30Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesProvide emergency officials' contact information.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-30Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesEstablish emergency prep training and testing.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-30Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesConduct testing and exercise requirements.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-30Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-30Miscellaneous DeficienciesHave simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-30Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-30Smoke DeficienciesInstall corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-30Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-30Smoke DeficienciesProvide properly protected cooking facilities.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2024-12-30Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesDevelop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-30Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesDevelop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-30Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesDevelop a communication plan.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-30Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesEstablish emergency prep training and testing.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-30Smoke DeficienciesEnsure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-30Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesMeet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-30Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-30Egress DeficienciesInstall emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-30Smoke DeficienciesEnsure 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
2024-12-30Smoke DeficienciesProvide properly protected cooking facilities.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-30Miscellaneous DeficienciesProvide a written emergency evacuation plan.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-12-30Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-07Miscellaneous DeficienciesTo conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.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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