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NORTH VALLEY HOSPITAL Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (TONASKET, Washington)

22 W 1ST STREET, TONASKET, Washington 98855

Phone: 5094862151

CMS Overall:4/5

Overview & Bed Count

Certified Beds
42
Avg Residents/Day
37.5
Ownership
Government - Hospital district
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Okanogan
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No

CMS Star Ratings

Overall4/5
Health5/5
Staffing5/5
Quality1/5

Nurse Staffing Check

MetricThis FacilityWashington AvgDifference
RN Hours per Resident per Day1.240.99+0.25
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day4.924.42+0.50
CMS Staffing Rating5/53.7/5-
Nursing Staff Turnover36.5%43.9%-

Health Citation History

20 health citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-03-05Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-02-28Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-02-28Pharmacy 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
2024-11-16Nutrition 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
2024-11-16Environmental DeficienciesMake sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-11-16Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesPASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesE – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-11-16Infection Control DeficienciesProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-11-16Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesAssess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-11-16Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesAssess the resident when there is a significant change in conditionD – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-11-16Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesDevelop 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
2024-11-16Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-11-16Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-11-16Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide or obtain dental services for each resident.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-11-16Environmental DeficienciesKeep all essential equipment working safely.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-15Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-15Resident Rights DeficienciesHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-15Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-15Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-15Infection Control DeficienciesProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-15Nursing and Physician Services DeficienciesEnsure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.D – Moderate Harm Potential

Fire Safety Citation History

32 fire safety citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-02-28Egress DeficienciesKeep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-02-28Smoke DeficienciesHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-02-28Miscellaneous DeficienciesHave restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-02-28Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-11-16Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesDevelop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-11-16Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesDevelop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-11-16Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesAddress subsistence needs for staff and patients.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-11-16Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesEstablish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-11-16Smoke DeficienciesEnsure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-11-16Smoke DeficienciesHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-11-16Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-11-16Miscellaneous DeficienciesHave simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-11-16Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-11-16Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesEstablish policies and procedures including evacuation.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-11-16Smoke DeficienciesEnsure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-15Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesConduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-15Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesAddress patient/client population and determine types of services needed.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-15Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesInclude a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-15Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesDevelop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-15Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesList the names and contact information of those in the facility.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-15Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesEstablish emergency prep training and testing.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-15Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesConduct testing and exercise requirements.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-15Construction DeficienciesMeet other general requirements.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-15Egress DeficienciesAdd 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
2023-09-15Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-15Smoke DeficienciesEnsure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-15Services DeficienciesEnsure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-15Miscellaneous DeficienciesTo conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-15Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave proper medical gas storage and administration areas.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-15Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-15Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-09-15Egress DeficienciesProvide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.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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