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FIRST HILL CARE CENTER	As of 04/20/2004
1334 TERRY AVENUE SEATTLE, WA 98101 (206) 624-1484	Not located within a Hospital Resident Councils Only 172 Certified Beds
Initial Date of Certification: 02/24/1976 Type of Ownership: For profit - Corporation A Multi-Nursing home (chain) Ownership	Medicare Certified Medicaid Certified

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Inspection Results information refers to the regulatory requirement that the nursing home failed to meet but does not reflect the entire inspection report.

Nursing Home Staffing information comes from reports that the nursing home reports to its state survey agency. It contains the nursing staff hours for a two-week period prior to the time of the state inspection. CMS receives this data and converts the reported information into the number of staff hours per resident per day.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures	Percentage for FIRST HILL CARE CENTER	National Average
Percent of Residents Whose Need for Help With Daily Activities Has Increased	17%	16%
Percent of Residents Who Have Moderate to Severe Pain	14%	6%
Percent of High-Risk Residents Who Have Pressure Sores	13%	14%
Percent of Low-Risk Residents Who Have Pressure Sores	7%	3%
Percent of Residents Who Were Physically Restrained	0%	8%
Percent of Residents Who are More Depressed or Anxious	13%	15%
Percent of Low-Risk Residents Who Lose Control of Their Bowels or Bladder	27%	47%
Percent of Residents Who Have/Had a Catheter Inserted and Left in Their Bladder	6%	6%
Percent of Residents Who Spend Most of Their Time in Bed or in a Chair	6%	4%
Percent of Residents Whose Ability to Move About in and Around Their Room Got Worse	10%	13%
Percent of Residents With a Urinary Tract Infection	8%	8%
Percent of Short-Stay Residents With Delirium	2%	3%
Percent of Short-Stay Residents Who Had Moderate to Severe Pain	35%	22%
Percent of Short-Stay Residents With Pressure Sores	6%	21%

Inspection Results

FIRST HILL CARE CENTER 1334 TERRY AVENUE SEATTLE, WA 98101 (206) 624-1484
Date of this inspection: 04/20/2004 Complaint Investigations During: 04/01/2003 - 06/30/2004 Total number of health deficiencies for this nursing home: 48 Average number of Health Deficiencies in : 5 Average number of Health Deficiencies in the United States: 7 Range of Health Deficiencies in : 1 - 12 View Previous Inspection Results
Mistreatment Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:	Date of Correction	Level of Harm (Least -> Most)	Residents Affected (Few -> Some -> Many)
1. 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. (11/18/2003)	12/12/2003	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
2. 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. (01/14/2004)	01/31/2004	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
3. 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. (03/10/2004)	04/05/2004	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
4. Protect residents from mistreatment, neglect, and/or theft of personal property. (04/20/2004)	05/24/2004	3 = Actual harm	Few
Quality Care Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:	Date of Correction	Level of Harm (Least -> Most)	Residents Affected (Few -> Some -> Many)
5. Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. (08/12/2003)	09/25/2003	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Some
6. Give each resident enough fluids to keep them healthy and prevent dehydration. (08/12/2003)	09/25/2003	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
7. Make sure each resident is being watched and has assistance devices when needed, to prevent accidents. (08/12/2003)	09/25/2003	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
8. Make sure that residents who cannot care for themselves receive help with eating/drinking, grooming and hygiene. (08/12/2003)	09/25/2003	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
9. Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. (09/29/2003)	10/20/2003	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
10. Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. (09/29/2003)	10/20/2003	3 = Actual harm	Few
11. Make sure that residents who cannot care for themselves receive help with eating/drinking, grooming and hygiene. (09/29/2003)	10/20/2003	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
12. Provide activities to meet the needs of each resident. (09/29/2003)	10/20/2003	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
13. Give the right treatment and services to residents who have mental or social problems adjusting. (11/18/2003)	12/12/2003	3 = Actual harm	Few
14. Give professional services that meet a professional standard of quality. (04/20/2004)	05/24/2004	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
15. Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores. (04/20/2004)	05/24/2004	3 = Actual harm	Few
16. Make sure that each resident's nutritional needs were met. (04/20/2004)	05/24/2004	3 = Actual harm	Few
17. Make sure each resident is being watched and has assistance devices when needed, to prevent accidents. (05/13/2004)	05/24/2004	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
Resident Assessment Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:	Date of Correction	Level of Harm (Least -> Most)	Residents Affected (Few -> Some -> Many)
18. Make a complete assessment that covers all questions for areas that are listed in official regulations. (05/06/2003)	05/19/2003	3 = Actual harm	Few
19. Develop a complete care plan that meets all of a resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (08/12/2003)	09/25/2003	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
20. Make a complete assessment that covers all questions for areas that are listed in official regulations. (08/12/2003)	09/25/2003	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
21. Make a complete assessment that covers all questions for areas that are listed in official regulations. (09/18/2003)	10/08/2003	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
22. Develop a plan with the resident and family for the resident's care after leaving the nursing home. (09/29/2003)	10/20/2003	3 = Actual harm	Few
23. Develop a complete care plan that meets all of a resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (11/18/2003)	12/12/2003	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
24. Develop a complete care plan that meets all of a resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (04/20/2004)	05/24/2004	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Some
25. Make a complete assessment that covers all questions for areas that are listed in official regulations. (04/20/2004)	05/24/2004	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
26. Make sure all assessments are accurate, coordinated by an RN, done by the right professional, and are signed by the person completing them. (04/20/2004)	05/24/2004	1 = Potential for minimal harm	Some
27. Make a complete assessment that covers all questions for areas that are listed in official regulations. (05/13/2004)	05/24/2004	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:	Date of Correction	Level of Harm (Least -> Most)	Residents Affected (Few -> Some -> Many)
28. Bill properly: Charged resident for items that Medicare or Medicaid pays for. (08/12/2003)	09/25/2003	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
29. Immediately tell the resident, doctor, and a family member if: the resident is injured, there is a major change in resident's physical/mental health, there is a need to alter treatment significantly, or the resident must be transferred or discharged. (08/12/2003)	09/25/2003	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
30. Let residents give themselves their drugs if they are able. (08/12/2003)	09/25/2003	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Some
31. Provide care in a way that keeps or builds each resident's dignity and self respect. (08/12/2003)	09/25/2003	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Some
32. Provide services to meet the needs and preferences of each resident. (08/12/2003)	09/25/2003	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
33. Try to resolve each resident's complaints quickly. (08/12/2003)	09/25/2003	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
34. Keep each resident's personal and medical records private and confidential. (09/29/2003)	10/20/2003	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
35. Tell each resident who can get Medicaid benefits about 1) which items and services Medicaid covers and which the resident must pay for; or 2) how to apply for Medicaid, along with the names and addresses of State groups that can help. (03/10/2004)	04/05/2004	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
36. Give the resident's legal representative the same rights as the resident. (04/20/2004)	05/24/2004	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
37. Have a private telephone available for use. (04/20/2004)	05/24/2004	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Some
38. Tell each resident who can get Medicaid benefits about 1) which items and services Medicaid covers and which the resident must pay for; or 2) how to apply for Medicaid, along with the names and addresses of State groups that can help. (04/20/2004)	05/24/2004	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:	Date of Correction	Level of Harm (Least -> Most)	Residents Affected (Few -> Some -> Many)
39. Store, cook, and give out food in a safe and clean way. (08/12/2003)	09/25/2003	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Some
40. Store, cook, and give out food in a safe and clean way. (04/20/2004)	05/24/2004	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Many
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:	Date of Correction	Level of Harm (Least -> Most)	Residents Affected (Few -> Some -> Many)
41. Keep the rate of medication errors (wrong drug, wrong dose, wrong time) to less than 5%. (04/20/2004)	05/24/2004	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
Environmental Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:	Date of Correction	Level of Harm (Least -> Most)	Residents Affected (Few -> Some -> Many)
42. Provide clean bed and bath linens that are in good condition. (08/12/2003)	09/25/2003	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Some
43. Have a program to keep infection from spreading. (09/29/2003)	10/20/2003	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Many
44. Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. (01/14/2004)	01/23/2004	3 = Actual harm	Few
45. Move, clean and store sheets, towels and other linens in a way that prevents the spread of infection. (04/20/2004)	05/24/2004	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Many
46. Provide needed housekeeping and maintenance. (04/20/2004)	05/24/2004	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Some
47. Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways. (04/20/2004)	05/24/2004	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few
Administration Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:	Date of Correction	Level of Harm (Least -> Most)	Residents Affected (Few -> Some -> Many)
48. Have licensed, certified, or registered staff to give needed services. (04/20/2004)	05/24/2004	2 = Minimal harm or potential for actual harm	Few

Nursing Home Staffing

Nursing Staff Hours Per Resident Per Day
	FIRST HILL CARE CENTER	State Average in	National Average
Number of Residents	132	42.8	89.2
RN Hours per Resident per Day*	0.59	1.7	0.7
LPN/LVN Hours per Resident per Day*	0.64	0.7	0.8
CNA Hours per Resident per Day*	0.19	4	2.4
Total Number of Nursing Staff Hours per Resident per Day*	1.42	6.4	3.9

*Hours per resident per day is the average daily work (in hours) given by the entire group of nurses or nursing assistants divided by total number of residents. The amount of care given to each resident varies.

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