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Matthews Memorial Health Care

Contact Information:
5100 Jackson Street Ext.  
Alexandria, Louisiana 71303  
Phone Number: (318) 445-5215  

Matthews Memorial Health Care Facility Information

Number of Certified Beds 116 Sprinkler Systems Fully Sprinklered
Total Residents 79 Part of a Chain No
Precent of Beds Occupied 68% Located Within Hospital No
Resident and Family Conseling No Counseling Company Type For profit - Partnership
Medicare/Medicaid Participating in Medicare and Medicaid
 

Matthews Memorial Health Care Nursing Home Staff

Average number of registered nurse (rn) hours per day per resident. 0.22
Average number of licensed practical or vocational nurse hours per day per nursing home resident. 0.88
Total number of hours worked by nursing staff for each resident in the nursing home. 1.1
Average number of certified nursing assistant (CNA) hours worked each week per resident. 2.01

Matthews Memorial Health Care Resident Information

Percent of High Risk Long Term Nursing Home Residents Who Have Pressure Sores: 12%
Percent of Long Term Nursing Home Residents Given Influenza Vaccination During the Flu Season: 90+%
Percent of Long Term Nursing Home Residents Who are More Depressed or Anxious: 23%
Percent of Long Term Nursing Home Residents Who Have Moderate to Severe Pain: 6%
Percent of Long Term Nursing Home Residents Who Have/Had a Catheter Inserted and Left in Their Bladder: 10%
Percent of Long Term Nursing Home Residents Who Lose Too Much Weight: 13%
Percent of Long Term Nursing Home Residents Who Spend Most of Their Time in Bed or in a Chair: 17%
Percent of Long Term Nursing Home Residents Who Were Assessed and Given Pneumococcal Vaccination: 90+%
Percent of Long Term Nursing Home Residents Who Were Physically Restrained: 15%
Percent of Long Term Nursing Home Residents Whose Ability to Move About in and Around Their Room Got Worse: 10%
Percent of Long Term Nursing Home Residents Whose Need for Help With Daily Activities Has Increased: 22%
Percent of Long Term Nursing Home Residents With a Urinary Tract Infection: 13%
Percent of Low-Risk Long Term Nursing Home Residents Who Have Pressure Sores: 2%
Percent of Low-Risk Long Term Nursing Home Residents Who Lose Control of Their Bowels or Bladder: 29%
Percent of Short Term Nursing Home Residents Given Influenza Vaccination During the Flu Season: 90+%
Percent of Short Term Nursing Home Residents Who Had Moderate to Severe Pain: 14%
Percent of Short Term Nursing Home Residents Who Were Assessed and Given Pneumococcal Vaccination: 74%
Percent of Short Term Nursing Home Residents With Delirium: 7%
Percent of Short Term Nursing Home Residents With Pressure Sores: Not Available - This facility has too few residents at the moment to give an accurate report. Please contact the nursing home directly to obtain current information.


Nursing Home Violations by Matthews Memorial Health Care
Health Violations:
Category: Date: Specific Violation: Scope: Level of Harm Caused:
Administration Deficiencies 03/19/2004 Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Environmental Deficiencies 03/19/2004 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Environmental Deficiencies 03/19/2004 Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Mistreatment Deficiencies 03/19/2004 Keep each resident free from physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies 03/19/2004 Store, cook, and give out food in a safe and clean way. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Quality Care Deficiencies 03/19/2004 Provide activities to meet the needs of each resident. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Quality Care Deficiencies 03/19/2004 Give professional services that meet a professional standard of quality. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Quality Care Deficiencies 03/19/2004 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Quality Care Deficiencies 03/19/2004 Make sure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless it is necessary. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Quality Care Deficiencies 03/19/2004 Make sure each resident is being watched and has assistance devices when needed, to prevent accidents. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Quality Care Deficiencies 03/19/2004 Make sure that each resident's nutritional needs were met. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Resident Assessment Deficiencies 03/19/2004 Make sure all assessments are accurate, coordinated by an RN, done by the right professional, and are signed by the person completing them. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Resident Assessment Deficiencies 03/19/2004 1) Develop a complete care plan within 7 days of each resident's admission; 2) prepare a care plan with the care team, including the primary nurse, doctor, resident or resident's family or representative; or 3) check and update the care plan. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Resident Rights Deficiencies 03/19/2004 Keep each resident's personal and medical records private and confidential. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Resident Rights Deficiencies 03/19/2004 Have a private telephone available for use. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Resident Rights Deficiencies 03/19/2004 Use the same rules about transfer, discharge and providing services for all residents, no matter how they pay. Pattern Potential for minimal harm
Resident Rights Deficiencies 03/19/2004 Provide care in a way that keeps or builds each resident's dignity and self respect. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Administration Deficiencies 01/13/2005 Be administered in a way that leads to the highest possible level of well being for each resident. Widespread Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Administration Deficiencies 01/13/2005 Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Environmental Deficiencies 01/13/2005 Keep safe, clean and homelike surroundings. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Environmental Deficiencies 01/13/2005 Provide needed housekeeping and maintenance. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Mistreatment Deficiencies 01/13/2005 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Mistreatment Deficiencies 01/13/2005 Write and use policies that forbid mistreatment, neglect and abuse of residents and theft of residents' property. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies 01/13/2005 Make sure that residents are well nourished. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies 01/13/2005 Store, cook, and give out food in a safe and clean way. Widespread Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Quality Care Deficiencies 01/13/2005 Give professional services that meet a professional standard of quality. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Quality Care Deficiencies 01/13/2005 Give professional services that follow each resident's written care plan. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Quality Care Deficiencies 01/13/2005 Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Quality Care Deficiencies 01/13/2005 Make sure that residents who cannot care for themselves receive help with eating/drinking, grooming and hygiene. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Quality Care Deficiencies 01/13/2005 Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Quality Care Deficiencies 01/13/2005 Make sure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless it is necessary. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Quality Care Deficiencies 01/13/2005 Give each resident enough fluids to keep them healthy and prevent dehydration. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Quality Care Deficiencies 01/13/2005 Have enough nurses to care for every resident in a way that maximizes the resident's well being. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Resident Assessment Deficiencies 01/13/2005 1) Develop a complete care plan within 7 days of each resident's admission; 2) prepare a care plan with the care team, including the primary nurse, doctor, resident or resident's family or representative; or 3) check and update the care plan. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Resident Rights Deficiencies 01/13/2005 Keep each resident's personal and medical records private and confidential. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Resident Rights Deficiencies 01/13/2005 Provide care in a way that keeps or builds each resident's dignity and self respect. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Resident Rights Deficiencies 01/13/2005 Provide services to meet the needs and preferences of each resident. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Administration Deficiencies 03/30/2006 Make sure that nurse aides show they have the skills to be able to care for residents. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Administration Deficiencies 03/30/2006 Quickly tell the resident's doctor the results of lab tests. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Environmental Deficiencies 03/30/2006 Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. Widespread Potential for minimal harm
Environmental Deficiencies 03/30/2006 Make sure there is a program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Widespread Potential for minimal harm
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies 03/30/2006 Prepare food that is nutritional, appetizing, tasty, attractive, well-cooked, and at the right temperature. Pattern Potential for minimal harm
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies 03/30/2006 Store, cook, and give out food in a safe and clean way. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies 03/30/2006 Keep the rate of medication errors (wrong drug, wrong dose, wrong time) to less than 5%. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Fire Safety Violations:
Category: Date: Specific Violation: Scope: Level of Harm Caused:
Corridor Walls and Doors Deficiencies 03/19/2004 corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Widespread Potential for minimal harm
Fire Alarm Systems Deficiencies 03/19/2004 a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Widespread Potential for minimal harm
Miscellaneous Deficiencies 03/19/2004 fire safety features required by current fire safety codes. Widespread Potential for minimal harm
Automatic Sprinkler Systems Deficiencies 01/11/2005 properly working sprinkler alarm system. Widespread Potential for minimal harm
Automatic Sprinkler Systems Deficiencies 01/11/2005 properly working alarms on sprinkler valves. Widespread Potential for minimal harm
Electrical Deficiencies 01/11/2005 weekly inspections and monthly testing of generators. Widespread Potential for minimal harm
Fire Alarm Systems Deficiencies 01/11/2005 outside doors or windows in every resident room. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Smoke Compartmentation and Control Deficiencies 01/11/2005 smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Automatic Sprinkler Systems Deficiencies 03/29/2006 portable fire extinguishers. Widespread Potential for minimal harm
Corridor Walls and Doors Deficiencies 03/29/2006 corridors that are separated from common areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. Widespread Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Fire Alarm Systems Deficiencies 03/29/2006 properly maintained smoke detectors. Widespread Potential for minimal harm
Hazardous Area Deficiencies 03/29/2006 construction that can resist fire for one hour or an approved fire extinguishing system. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Smoke Compartmentation and Control Deficiencies 03/29/2006 walls or barriers that prevent smoke from passing through and would resist fire for at least one hour. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Smoking Regulations Deficiencies 03/29/2006 posted No-smoking signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or did not provide ashtrays where smoking was allowed. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm