ALPINE REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Ensure 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.

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

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.

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.

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

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Ensure 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.

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.