An eastern Iowa nursing home, Parkview Manor in Wellman, has been cited for numerous instances of resident abuse and for contributing to the death of a resident. The Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing (DIAL) recently completed a four-week inspection and cited the facility for 24 state and federal regulatory violations, proposing $35,750 in fines, which are currently suspended pending federal review.
Key Takeaways
- Parkview Manor cited for 24 regulatory violations.
- Facility linked to the death of a resident due to neglect.
- Multiple instances of resident abuse reported.
- Proposed fines of $35,750 pending federal review.
Inspection Findings
The inspection revealed a backlog of 16 uninvestigated complaints and self-reported incidents. The 24 violations include:
- Medication errors
- Failure to prevent, investigate, and report resident abuse
- Inadequate treatment of bed sores
- Insufficient nursing staff
- Poor pain management
Resident Death Incident
One of the most severe incidents involved the death of a female resident who fell on September 26, 2023. Despite showing signs of severe injury, including a head bump and a fractured clavicle, the staff failed to conduct necessary follow-up assessments. She was eventually sent to the hospital 16 hours later, where she was diagnosed with a brain bleed and a urinary tract infection. She died weeks later from complications.
Abuse Allegations
Parkview Manor was also cited for multiple instances of resident abuse:
- A male resident was physically aggressive, kicking and punching other residents.
- A worker physically abused a resident, leaving a bruise on his arm.
Infection Control Failures
The facility failed to implement infection control policies for MRSA, a contagious staph infection. Staff were not provided with personal protective equipment, and the director of nursing was unaware of the resident’s MRSA diagnosis.
Staffing Issues
A registered nurse expressed concerns about the lack of staffing and support, stating, “There are too many residents for one nurse.” The director of nursing had only been at the facility for five weeks before taking on her role.
Ownership and History
Parkview Manor is owned by MGM Healthcare, which operates seven nursing homes in Iowa and 18 facilities in Missouri and Oklahoma. The company has a history of care violations, including maggot-infested wounds and failure to provide pain medications.
Conclusion
The severe penalties and numerous violations highlight the urgent need for improved care standards at Parkview Manor. The facility’s future now hinges on the outcome of federal reviews and potential penalties.
Sources
- Nursing home in eastern Iowa cited for death, physical abuse, The Des Moines Register.
