Brookdale Desert Ridge is an assisted living center in Phoenix, Arizona, at 4050 East Bluefield Avenue. Ask about current room availability, the daily routine, and support for your individual care needs.
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I’m writing this review after I watched a staff member named Sam yell at the patient she was transporting in a wheelchair. I was awaiting a CT scan of my own when Sam wheeled this poor old woman in and screamed at her when she could not get the scan done her. She was in her face, rude, and throwing her hands around. The poor old woman did nothing to instigate it. Myself and other guests in the lobby were absolutely disgusted and agreed we would not want our loved ones treated this way, ever!
My mother-in-law enjoyed a little over a year on the independent side of the facility, happy to have her own little place, get in a good little walk to the dining room to meet with others and share in activities as she wished. Katie Finn, as Executive Director cares very deeply about her community's happiness and is committed to work through the challenges that arise from time to time in many business environments. The staff were always courteous and caring as they interacted with mom and the visiting family. Thank you for taking good care of her!
My husband became a resident @ Brookdale Desert Ridge in November 2020. He was admitted to the Memory Care Unit. Visitors weren't allowed inside the building due to Covid restrictions, but window visits occurred. He remained there until his passing in December 2022. With the various stages of his dementia, there were many questions by me. Communication and his care were excellent. The quality of leadership, care & concern for the resident and family, various activities for the resident & families, birthday celebrations, etc... made for a positive environment. The dedicated & knowledgeable staff
had a caring attitude in treating each patient with respect especially with the emotional side of one's nature. At the end of my visits, I knew Jim was getting his medical & physical needs met too! Having a camera in his room was a plus for his safety.
Grateful for our experience! Mary K.
Brookdale has provided my Mother with the most excellent care. Under the professional guidance and direction of Cindy Borski, Cindy Freeman, and Cole Williams, I am greatly impressed with the staff, nurses and caregivers
keeping my Mother alive. My Mother has surpassed her life expectancy diagnosed by her doctors. The management and staff in the
Alzheimer’s and Dimensia wing, treat my Mother like their very own. I can not express in words how truly grateful I am to everyone at Brookdale. When I am out of town, I no longer
have to worry about my Mother’s care, it is a huge relief to me. Thank you Brookdale !!!
I really need to speak about my experience with Emeritus at Phoenix. I live in Chicago and my mother lives in Phoenix at Emeritus, and has been there for several years now. It was very hard when my Mom got to the point where she could not live on her own and had to have some assistance to be safe, and enjoy quality of life. I looked at many different places. I wanted the best for her and I needed to feel good about her new home, I have to say... I was feeling a bit frustrated.
And then I walked into Emeritus at Phoenix. I was blown away by what I saw and felt. A place that was clean and comfortable....friendly. Everything I saw from the rooms, meals, activities, assistance and care, put me more at ease. The more I saw, the more I liked. And it seems they are always striving to get better.
And then I met and got to know all the great people that would be there to help my Mom. I cannot express the my feelings enough about that experience. The entire staff is top notch, competent, friendly and willing to help in any way to assist my Mom and myself, and in doing so, I now consider them a part of my family.
The day I had to leave my Mom and go back home was a sad one, but I felt so at peace that my Mom was where she should be.
This is the first time I have ever given a review for anything, but I really felt I needed to say something about my experience. I want to thank everyone from Emeritus for taking care of my Mom and keeping her safe and happy.
With all my heart...Thank you.
The agency cited 5 deficiencies concerning Administration, Service Plans, Emergency and Safety Standards. Read the official report for the inspector’s evidence and scope.
Findings and correction information
AdministrationR9-10-803.A.9
Cited requirement:R9-10-803.A.9. Administration A. A governing authority shall: 9. Ensure compliance with A.R.S. § 36-411 and
Provider-listed correction date: Jun 19, 2026. A provider’s plan does not establish agency-confirmed correction.
Service PlansR9-10-808.C.1.g
Cited requirement:R9-10-808.C.1.g. Service Plans C. A manager shall ensure that: 1. A caregiver or an assistant caregiver: g. Documents the services provided in the resident’s medical record; and
Provider-listed correction date: Jul 10, 2026. A provider’s plan does not establish agency-confirmed correction.
Emergency and Safety StandardsR9-10-819.A.4
Cited requirement:R9-10-819.A.4. Emergency and Safety Standards A. A manager shall ensure that: 4. A disaster drill for employees is conducted on each shift at least once every three months and documented;
Provider-listed correction date: Aug 29, 2026. A provider’s plan does not establish agency-confirmed correction.
Emergency and Safety StandardsR9-10-819.A.5.a
Cited requirement:R9-10-819.A.5.a. Emergency and Safety Standards A. A manager shall ensure that: 5. An evacuation drill for employees and residents: a. Is conducted at least once every six months; and
Provider-listed correction date: Sep 1, 2026. A provider’s plan does not establish agency-confirmed correction.
Emergency and Safety StandardsR9-10-819.A.6.c.i-ii
Cited requirement:R9-10-819.A.6.c.i-ii. Emergency and Safety Standards A. A manager shall ensure that: 6. Documentation of each evacuation drill is created, is maintained for at least 12 months after the date of the evacuation drill, and includes: c. If applicable: i. An identification of residents needing assistance for evacuation, and ii. An identification of residents who were not evacuated;
Provider-listed correction date: Feb 26, 2026. A provider’s plan does not establish agency-confirmed correction.
Medication ServicesR9-10-817.B.3.b
Cited requirement:R9-10-817.B.3.b. Medication Services B. If an assisted living facility provides medication administration, a manager shall ensure that: 3. A medication administered to a resident: b. Is administered in compliance with a medication order, and
Provider-listed correction date: Dec 18, 2025. A provider’s plan does not establish agency-confirmed correction.
Personal Care ServicesR9-10-814.E
Cited requirement:R9-10-814.E. Personal Care Services E. A manager shall ensure that a bell, intercom, or other mechanical means to alert employees to a resident’s needs or emergencies is available and accessible in a bedroom or residential unit being used by a resident receiving personal care services.
The agency cited 4 deficiencies concerning Administration, Medical Records, Medication Services, Emergency and Safety Standards. Read the official report for the inspector’s evidence and scope.
Findings and correction information
AdministrationR9-10-803.K.2
Cited requirement:R9-10-803.K.2. Administration K. A manager shall provide written notification to the Department of a resident’s: 2. Self-injury, within two working days after the resident inflicts a self-injury that requires immediate intervention by an emergency services provider.;
Provider-listed correction date: Oct 13, 2025. A provider’s plan does not establish agency-confirmed correction.
Medical RecordsR9-10-811.C.13.a-d
Cited requirement:R9-10-811.C.13.a-d. Medical Records C. A manager shall ensure that a resident’s medical record contains: 13. Documentation of medication administered to the resident or for which the resident received assistance in the self-administration of medication that includes: a. The date and time of administration or assistance; b. The name, strength, dosage, and route of administration; c. The name and signature of the individual administering or providing assistance in the self-administration of medication; and d. An unexpected reaction the resident has to the medication;
Provider-listed correction date: Oct 24, 2025. A provider’s plan does not establish agency-confirmed correction.
Medication ServicesR9-10-817.B.3.b
Cited requirement:R9-10-817.B.3.b. Medication Services B. If an assisted living facility provides medication administration, a manager shall ensure that: 3. A medication administered to a resident: b. Is administered in compliance with a medication order, and
Provider-listed correction date: Oct 24, 2025. A provider’s plan does not establish agency-confirmed correction.
Emergency and Safety StandardsR9-10-819.D.1
Cited requirement:R9-10-819.D.1. Emergency and Safety Standards D. When a resident has an accident, emergency, or injury that results in the resident needing medical services, a manager shall ensure that a caregiver or an assistant caregiver: 1. Immediately notifies the resident’s emergency contact and primary care provider; and
The agency cited 2 deficiencies concerning Service Plans, Resident Rights. Read the official report for the inspector’s evidence and scope.
Findings and correction information
Service PlansR9-10-808.C.1.a
Cited requirement:R9-10-808.C.1.a. Service Plans C. A manager shall ensure that: 1. A caregiver or an assistant caregiver: a. Provides a resident with the assisted living services in the resident’s service plan;
The agency cited 2 deficiencies concerning Policies and procedures, Abuse, neglect and exploitation safeguards. Read the official report for the inspector’s evidence and scope.
Findings and correction information
Policies and proceduresR9-10-803.C.1.g
Cited requirement:C. A manager shall ensure that policies and procedures are: 1. Established, documented, and implemented to protect the health and safety of a resident that: g. Cover how a caregiver will respond to a resident's sudden, intense, or out-of-control behavior to prevent harm to the resident or another individual;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Abuse, neglect and exploitation safeguardsR9-10-803.J.1-6
Cited requirement:J. If a manager has a reasonable basis, according to A.R.S. § 46-454 , to believe abuse, neglect or exploitation has occurred on the premises or while a resident is receiving services from an assisted living facility's manager, caregiver, or assistant caregiver, the manager shall: 1. If applicable, take immediate action to stop the suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation; 2. Report the suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of the resident according to A.R.S. § 46-454; 3. Document: a. The suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation; b. Any action taken according to subsection (J)(1); and c. The report in subsection (J)(2); 4. Maintain the documentation in subsection (J)(3) for at least 12 months after the date of the report in subsection(J)(2); 5. Initiate an investigation of the suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation and document the following information within five working days after the report required in subsection (J)(2): a. The dates, times, and description of the suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation; b. A description of any injury to the resident related to the suspected abuse or neglect and any change to the resident's physical, cognitive, functional, or emotio…
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
The agency cited 30 deficiencies concerning Staff qualifications and training, Fall-prevention training, Abuse, neglect and exploitation safeguards, Tuberculosis clearance, Resident service plans, Resident records and other requirements. Read the official report for the inspector’s evidence and scope.
Findings and correction information
Staff qualifications and trainingA.R.S. § 36-420.B.2
Cited requirement:36-420. Health care institutions; cardiopulmonary resuscitation; first aid; immunity; falls; definition B. Each health care institution: 2. Shall provide appropriate first aid in accordance with its certification training for first aid before the arrival of emergency medical services to a resident who is in distress and to a noninjured resident who has fallen, appears to be uninjured and is unable to reasonably recover independently. The first aid shall be in accordance with the resident's advance directives, if known. Staff who are certified in first aid shall be available at all times.
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Fall-prevention trainingA.R.S. § 36-420.01.A
Cited requirement:36-420.01. Health care institutions; fall prevention and fall recovery; training programs; definition A. Each health care institution shall develop and administer a training program for all staff regarding fall prevention and fall recovery. The training program shall include initial training and continued competency training in fall prevention and fall recovery. A health care institution may use information and training materials from the department's Arizona falls prevention coalition in developing the training program.
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-803.A.5
Cited requirement:A. A governing authority shall: 5. Review and evaluate the effectiveness of the quality management program at least once every 12 months;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-803.A.9
Cited requirement:A. A governing authority shall: 9. Ensure compliance with A.R.S. § 36-411.
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Abuse, neglect and exploitation safeguardsR9-10-803.J.5.d
Cited requirement:J. If a manager has a reasonable basis, according to A.R.S. § 46-454 , to believe abuse, neglect or exploitation has occurred on the premises or while a resident is receiving services from an assisted living facility's manager, caregiver, or assistant caregiver, the manager shall: 5. Initiate an investigation of the suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation and document the following information within five working days after the report required in subsection (J)(2): d. The actions taken by the manager to prevent the suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation from occurring in the future; and
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Staff qualifications and trainingR9-10-806.A.4.a-b
Cited requirement:A. A manager shall ensure that: 4. A caregiver's or assistant caregiver's skills and knowledge are verified and documented: a. Before the caregiver or assistant caregiver provides physical health services or behavioral health services, and b. According to policies and procedures;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-806.A.5.c
Cited requirement:A. A manager shall ensure that: 5. An assisted living facility has a manager, caregivers, and assistant caregivers with the qualifications, experience, skills, and knowledge necessary to: c. Ensure the health and safety of a resident;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-806.A.7
Cited requirement:A. A manager shall ensure that: 7. Documentation is maintained for at least 12 months after the last date on the documentation of the caregivers and assistant caregivers working each day, including the hours worked by each;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Tuberculosis clearanceR9-10-806.A.8.a-b
Cited requirement:A. A manager shall ensure that: 8. A manager, a caregiver, and an assistant caregiver, or an employee or a volunteer who has or is expected to have more than eight hours per week of direct interaction with residents, provides evidence of freedom from infectious tuberculosis: a. On or before the date the individual begins providing services at or on behalf of the assisted living facility, and b. As specified in R9-10-113;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Staff qualifications and trainingR9-10-806.A.9
Cited requirement:A. A manager shall ensure that: 9. Before providing assisted living services to a resident, a caregiver or an assistant caregiver receives orientation that is specific to the duties to be performed by the caregiver or assistant caregiver; and
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Tuberculosis clearanceR9-10-807.A.1-2
Cited requirement:A. Except as provided in R9-10-808(B)(2), a manager shall ensure that a resident provides evidence of freedom from infectious tuberculosis: 1. Before or within seven calendar days after the resident's date of occupancy, and 2. As specified in R9-10-113.
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Resident service plansR9-10-808.A.3.a
Cited requirement:A. Except as required in subsection (B), a manager shall ensure that a resident has a written service plan that: 3. Includes the following: a. A description of the resident's medical or health problems, including physical, behavioral, cognitive, or functional conditions or impairments;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Resident service plansR9-10-808.A.4.b.ii
Cited requirement:A. Except as required in subsection (B), a manager shall ensure that a resident has a written service plan that: 4. Is reviewed and updated based on changes in the requirements in subsections (A)(3)(a) through (f): b. As follows: ii. At least once every six months for a resident receiving personal care services, and
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Resident service plansR9-10-808.A.5.a-d
Cited requirement:A. Except as required in subsection (B), a manager shall ensure that a resident has a written service plan that: 5. When initially developed and when updated, is signed and dated by: a. The resident or resident's representative; b. The manager; c. If a review is required in subsection (A)(3)(d), the nurse or medical practitioner who reviewed the service plan; and d. If a review is required in subsection (A)(3)(e)(ii), the medical practitioner or behavioral health professional who reviewed the service plan.
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Resident recordsR9-10-808.C.1.g
Cited requirement:C. A manager shall ensure that: 1. A caregiver or an assistant caregiver: g. Documents the services provided in the resident's medical record; and
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-810.B.1
Cited requirement:B. A manager shall ensure that: 1. A resident is treated with dignity, respect, and consideration;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Resident recordsR9-10-811.C.17
Cited requirement:C. A manager shall ensure that a resident's medical record contains: 17. Documentation of notification of the resident of the availability of vaccination for influenza and pneumonia, according to A.R.S. § 36-406(1)(d);
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Resident service plansR9-10-814.F.1
Cited requirement:F. In addition to the requirements in R9-10-808(A)(3), a manager shall ensure that the service plan for a resident receiving personal care services includes: 1. Skin maintenance to prevent and treat bruises, injuries, pressure sores, and infections;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-815.B.1
Cited requirement:B. A manager of an assisted living facility authorized to provide directed care services shall not accept or retain a resident who, except as provided in R9-10-814(B)(2): 1. Is confined to a bed or chair because of an inability to ambulate even with assistance; or
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Resident service plansR9-10-815.C.7
Cited requirement:C. In addition to the requirements in R9-10-808(A)(3), a manager shall ensure that the service plan for a resident receiving directed care services includes: 7. Coordination of communications with the resident's representative, family members, and, if applicable, other individuals identified in the resident's service plan.
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Food refrigerationR9-10-817.C.5
Cited requirement:C. A manager shall ensure that food is obtained, prepared, served, and stored as follows: 5. A refrigerator used by an assisted living facility to store food or medication contains a thermometer, accurate to plus or minus 3° F, placed at the warmest part of the refrigerator;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-817.C.7
Cited requirement:C. A manager shall ensure that food is obtained, prepared, served, and stored as follows: 7. Tableware, utensils, equipment, and food-contact surfaces are clean and in good repair.
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-818.A.5.a
Cited requirement:A. A manager shall ensure that: 5. An evacuation drill for employees and residents: a. Is conducted at least once every six months; and
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-818.D.1
Cited requirement:D. When a resident has an accident, emergency, or injury that results in the resident needing medical services, a manager shall ensure that a caregiver or an assistant caregiver: 1. Immediately notifies the resident's emergency contact and primary care provider; and
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-818.D.2.f
Cited requirement:D. When a resident has an accident, emergency, or injury that results in the resident needing medical services, a manager shall ensure that a caregiver or an assistant caregiver: 2. Documents the following: f. Any action taken to prevent the accident, emergency, or injury from occurring in the future.
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Policies and proceduresR9-10-819.A.1.a
Cited requirement:A. A manager shall ensure that: 1. The premises and equipment used at the assisted living facility are: a. Cleaned and, if applicable, disinfected according to policies and procedures designed to prevent, minimize, and control illness or infection; and
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-819.A.3.a
Cited requirement:A. A manager shall ensure that: 3. Garbage and refuse are: a. Stored in covered containers lined with plastic bags, and
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Hazardous-material storageR9-10-819.A.11
Cited requirement:A. A manager shall ensure that: 11. Poisonous or toxic materials stored by the assisted living facility are maintained in labeled containers in a locked area separate from food preparation and storage, dining areas, and medications and are inaccessible to residents;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Tuberculosis clearanceR9-10-113.A.2.c
Cited requirement:R9-10-113. Tuberculosis Screening A. If a health care institution is subject to the requirements of this Section, as specified in an Article in this Chapter, the health care institution's chief administrative officer shall ensure that the health care institution establishes, documents, and implements tuberculosis infection control activities that: 2. Include: c. Annually providing training and education related to recognizing the signs and symptoms of tuberculosis to individuals employed by or providing volunteer services for the health care institution;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-120. Opioid Prescribing and TreatmentR9-10-120.F.4.a-c
Cited requirement:R9-10-120. Opioid Prescribing and Treatment F. For a health care institution where opioids are administered as part of treatment or where a patient is provided assistance in the self-administration of medication for a prescribed opioid, including a health care institution in which an opioid may be prescribed or ordered as part of treatment, a medical director, a manager as defined in R9-10-801, or a provider, as applicable to the health care institution, shall: 4. Except as provided in subsection (H), ensure that an individual authorized by policies and procedures to administer an opioid in treating a patient or to provide assistance in the self-administration of medication for a prescribed opioid: a. Before administering an opioid or providing assistance in the self-administration of medication for a prescribed opioid in compliance with an order as part of the treatment for a patient, identifies the patient's need for the opioid; b. Monitors the patient's response to the opioid; and c. Documents in the patient's medical record: i. An identification of the patient ' s need for the opioid before the opioid was administered or assistance in the self-administration of medication for …
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
The agency cited 1 deficiency concerning Service Plans. Read the official report for the inspector’s evidence and scope.
Findings and correction information
Service PlansR9-10-808.A.3.c
Cited requirement:R9-10-808.A.3.c. Service Plans A. Except as required in subsection (B), a manager shall ensure that a resident has a written service plan that: 3. Includes the following: c. The amount, type, and frequency of assisted living services being provided to the resident, including medication administration or assistance in the self-administration of medication;
The agency cited 1 deficiency concerning Resident service plans. Read the official report for the inspector’s evidence and scope.
Findings and correction information
Resident service plansR9-10-808.A.5.a-d
Cited requirement:A. Except as required in subsection (B), a manager shall ensure that a resident has a written service plan that: 5. When initially developed and when updated, is signed and dated by: a. The resident or resident's representative; b. The manager; c. If a review is required in subsection (A)(3)(d), the nurse or medical practitioner who reviewed the service plan; and d. If a review is required in subsection (A)(3)(e)(ii), the medical practitioner or behavioral health professional who reviewed the service plan.
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
The agency cited 2 deficiencies concerning Policies and procedures, Abuse, neglect and exploitation safeguards. Read the official report for the inspector’s evidence and scope.
Findings and correction information
Policies and proceduresR9-10-803.C.1.g
Cited requirement:C. A manager shall ensure that policies and procedures are: 1. Established, documented, and implemented to protect the health and safety of a resident that: g. Cover how a caregiver will respond to a resident's sudden, intense, or out-of-control behavior to prevent harm to the resident or another individual;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Abuse, neglect and exploitation safeguardsR9-10-803.J.1-6
Cited requirement:J. If a manager has a reasonable basis, according to A.R.S. § 46-454 , to believe abuse, neglect or exploitation has occurred on the premises or while a resident is receiving services from an assisted living facility's manager, caregiver, or assistant caregiver, the manager shall: 1. If applicable, take immediate action to stop the suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation; 2. Report the suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of the resident according to A.R.S. § 46-454; 3. Document: a. The suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation; b. Any action taken according to subsection (J)(1); and c. The report in subsection (J)(2); 4. Maintain the documentation in subsection (J)(3) for at least 12 months after the date of the report in subsection(J)(2); 5. Initiate an investigation of the suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation and document the following information within five working days after the report required in subsection (J)(2): a. The dates, times, and description of the suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation; b. A description of any injury to the resident related to the suspected abuse or neglect and any change to the resident's physical, cognitive, functional, or emotio…
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
The agency cited 30 deficiencies concerning Staff qualifications and training, Fall-prevention training, Abuse, neglect and exploitation safeguards, Tuberculosis clearance, Resident service plans, Resident records and other requirements. Read the official report for the inspector’s evidence and scope.
Findings and correction information
Staff qualifications and trainingA.R.S. § 36-420.B.2
Cited requirement:36-420. Health care institutions; cardiopulmonary resuscitation; first aid; immunity; falls; definition B. Each health care institution: 2. Shall provide appropriate first aid in accordance with its certification training for first aid before the arrival of emergency medical services to a resident who is in distress and to a noninjured resident who has fallen, appears to be uninjured and is unable to reasonably recover independently. The first aid shall be in accordance with the resident's advance directives, if known. Staff who are certified in first aid shall be available at all times.
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Fall-prevention trainingA.R.S. § 36-420.01.A
Cited requirement:36-420.01. Health care institutions; fall prevention and fall recovery; training programs; definition A. Each health care institution shall develop and administer a training program for all staff regarding fall prevention and fall recovery. The training program shall include initial training and continued competency training in fall prevention and fall recovery. A health care institution may use information and training materials from the department's Arizona falls prevention coalition in developing the training program.
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-803.A.5
Cited requirement:A. A governing authority shall: 5. Review and evaluate the effectiveness of the quality management program at least once every 12 months;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-803.A.9
Cited requirement:A. A governing authority shall: 9. Ensure compliance with A.R.S. § 36-411.
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Abuse, neglect and exploitation safeguardsR9-10-803.J.5.d
Cited requirement:J. If a manager has a reasonable basis, according to A.R.S. § 46-454 , to believe abuse, neglect or exploitation has occurred on the premises or while a resident is receiving services from an assisted living facility's manager, caregiver, or assistant caregiver, the manager shall: 5. Initiate an investigation of the suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation and document the following information within five working days after the report required in subsection (J)(2): d. The actions taken by the manager to prevent the suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation from occurring in the future; and
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Staff qualifications and trainingR9-10-806.A.4.a-b
Cited requirement:A. A manager shall ensure that: 4. A caregiver's or assistant caregiver's skills and knowledge are verified and documented: a. Before the caregiver or assistant caregiver provides physical health services or behavioral health services, and b. According to policies and procedures;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-806.A.5.c
Cited requirement:A. A manager shall ensure that: 5. An assisted living facility has a manager, caregivers, and assistant caregivers with the qualifications, experience, skills, and knowledge necessary to: c. Ensure the health and safety of a resident;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-806.A.7
Cited requirement:A. A manager shall ensure that: 7. Documentation is maintained for at least 12 months after the last date on the documentation of the caregivers and assistant caregivers working each day, including the hours worked by each;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Tuberculosis clearanceR9-10-806.A.8.a-b
Cited requirement:A. A manager shall ensure that: 8. A manager, a caregiver, and an assistant caregiver, or an employee or a volunteer who has or is expected to have more than eight hours per week of direct interaction with residents, provides evidence of freedom from infectious tuberculosis: a. On or before the date the individual begins providing services at or on behalf of the assisted living facility, and b. As specified in R9-10-113;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Staff qualifications and trainingR9-10-806.A.9
Cited requirement:A. A manager shall ensure that: 9. Before providing assisted living services to a resident, a caregiver or an assistant caregiver receives orientation that is specific to the duties to be performed by the caregiver or assistant caregiver; and
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Tuberculosis clearanceR9-10-807.A.1-2
Cited requirement:A. Except as provided in R9-10-808(B)(2), a manager shall ensure that a resident provides evidence of freedom from infectious tuberculosis: 1. Before or within seven calendar days after the resident's date of occupancy, and 2. As specified in R9-10-113.
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Resident service plansR9-10-808.A.3.a
Cited requirement:A. Except as required in subsection (B), a manager shall ensure that a resident has a written service plan that: 3. Includes the following: a. A description of the resident's medical or health problems, including physical, behavioral, cognitive, or functional conditions or impairments;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Resident service plansR9-10-808.A.4.b.ii
Cited requirement:A. Except as required in subsection (B), a manager shall ensure that a resident has a written service plan that: 4. Is reviewed and updated based on changes in the requirements in subsections (A)(3)(a) through (f): b. As follows: ii. At least once every six months for a resident receiving personal care services, and
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Resident service plansR9-10-808.A.5.a-d
Cited requirement:A. Except as required in subsection (B), a manager shall ensure that a resident has a written service plan that: 5. When initially developed and when updated, is signed and dated by: a. The resident or resident's representative; b. The manager; c. If a review is required in subsection (A)(3)(d), the nurse or medical practitioner who reviewed the service plan; and d. If a review is required in subsection (A)(3)(e)(ii), the medical practitioner or behavioral health professional who reviewed the service plan.
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Resident recordsR9-10-808.C.1.g
Cited requirement:C. A manager shall ensure that: 1. A caregiver or an assistant caregiver: g. Documents the services provided in the resident's medical record; and
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-810.B.1
Cited requirement:B. A manager shall ensure that: 1. A resident is treated with dignity, respect, and consideration;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Resident recordsR9-10-811.C.17
Cited requirement:C. A manager shall ensure that a resident's medical record contains: 17. Documentation of notification of the resident of the availability of vaccination for influenza and pneumonia, according to A.R.S. § 36-406(1)(d);
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Resident service plansR9-10-814.F.1
Cited requirement:F. In addition to the requirements in R9-10-808(A)(3), a manager shall ensure that the service plan for a resident receiving personal care services includes: 1. Skin maintenance to prevent and treat bruises, injuries, pressure sores, and infections;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-815.B.1
Cited requirement:B. A manager of an assisted living facility authorized to provide directed care services shall not accept or retain a resident who, except as provided in R9-10-814(B)(2): 1. Is confined to a bed or chair because of an inability to ambulate even with assistance; or
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Resident service plansR9-10-815.C.7
Cited requirement:C. In addition to the requirements in R9-10-808(A)(3), a manager shall ensure that the service plan for a resident receiving directed care services includes: 7. Coordination of communications with the resident's representative, family members, and, if applicable, other individuals identified in the resident's service plan.
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Food refrigerationR9-10-817.C.5
Cited requirement:C. A manager shall ensure that food is obtained, prepared, served, and stored as follows: 5. A refrigerator used by an assisted living facility to store food or medication contains a thermometer, accurate to plus or minus 3° F, placed at the warmest part of the refrigerator;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-817.C.7
Cited requirement:C. A manager shall ensure that food is obtained, prepared, served, and stored as follows: 7. Tableware, utensils, equipment, and food-contact surfaces are clean and in good repair.
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-818.A.5.a
Cited requirement:A. A manager shall ensure that: 5. An evacuation drill for employees and residents: a. Is conducted at least once every six months; and
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-818.D.1
Cited requirement:D. When a resident has an accident, emergency, or injury that results in the resident needing medical services, a manager shall ensure that a caregiver or an assistant caregiver: 1. Immediately notifies the resident's emergency contact and primary care provider; and
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-818.D.2.f
Cited requirement:D. When a resident has an accident, emergency, or injury that results in the resident needing medical services, a manager shall ensure that a caregiver or an assistant caregiver: 2. Documents the following: f. Any action taken to prevent the accident, emergency, or injury from occurring in the future.
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Policies and proceduresR9-10-819.A.1.a
Cited requirement:A. A manager shall ensure that: 1. The premises and equipment used at the assisted living facility are: a. Cleaned and, if applicable, disinfected according to policies and procedures designed to prevent, minimize, and control illness or infection; and
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-819.A.3.a
Cited requirement:A. A manager shall ensure that: 3. Garbage and refuse are: a. Stored in covered containers lined with plastic bags, and
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Hazardous-material storageR9-10-819.A.11
Cited requirement:A. A manager shall ensure that: 11. Poisonous or toxic materials stored by the assisted living facility are maintained in labeled containers in a locked area separate from food preparation and storage, dining areas, and medications and are inaccessible to residents;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
Tuberculosis clearanceR9-10-113.A.2.c
Cited requirement:R9-10-113. Tuberculosis Screening A. If a health care institution is subject to the requirements of this Section, as specified in an Article in this Chapter, the health care institution's chief administrative officer shall ensure that the health care institution establishes, documents, and implements tuberculosis infection control activities that: 2. Include: c. Annually providing training and education related to recognizing the signs and symptoms of tuberculosis to individuals employed by or providing volunteer services for the health care institution;
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
R9-10-120. Opioid Prescribing and TreatmentR9-10-120.F.4.a-c
Cited requirement:R9-10-120. Opioid Prescribing and Treatment F. For a health care institution where opioids are administered as part of treatment or where a patient is provided assistance in the self-administration of medication for a prescribed opioid, including a health care institution in which an opioid may be prescribed or ordered as part of treatment, a medical director, a manager as defined in R9-10-801, or a provider, as applicable to the health care institution, shall: 4. Except as provided in subsection (H), ensure that an individual authorized by policies and procedures to administer an opioid in treating a patient or to provide assistance in the self-administration of medication for a prescribed opioid: a. Before administering an opioid or providing assistance in the self-administration of medication for a prescribed opioid in compliance with an order as part of the treatment for a patient, identifies the patient's need for the opioid; b. Monitors the patient's response to the opioid; and c. Documents in the patient's medical record: i. An identification of the patient ' s need for the opioid before the opioid was administered or assistance in the self-administration of medication for …
Correction information is not available in the records reviewed.
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