Culver West Convalescent Hospital Review Nursing Home Los Angeles, CA

Culver West Convalescent Hospital
Category: Nursing Home
4035 Grandview Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90066

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(Provided by Gilbert Guide's on-site reviewer)

Situated adjacent to Grandview Palms Senior Living Community, its affiliated assisted living facility, Culver West Convalescent Hospital is surrounded by apartment buildings and homes. The one-story stucco building has a brick facade and an enclosed brick patio with seating and potted plants out front. Awnings cover the entrance and front windows. Wood furnishings top the decorative burgundy tile flooring in the entryway, which leads to the living room. Sofas, a big-screen TV and a great wooden table fill the living room; a fireplace adds ambience. The effect is warm and attractive. When someone wants a little sunlight, the patio off the living room is the perfect spot. Umbrella-topped tables, chairs and potted plants create a peaceful environment in which to enjoy some fresh air. There are two dining rooms, the smaller of which seats around twelve residents. The larger dining room is reserved for those who require feeding assistance. Our tour guide, a staff member from the social services department, told us residents enjoy the "comfort food" that's served, although she personally prefers fewer carbs and less gravy in her diet! Residents participate in activities such as exercise, bingo, games, current events discussions and birthday celebrations in the larger dining room. Outings, like picnics at the beach and trips to nearby restaurants, offer a change of scenery. Accommodations are small, and the closet space is less than ideal. Every two rooms share a bathroom. Some have showers and there's also a communal shower room in the hallway. Although the rooms have a decidedly institutional feel, they are clean and well lit. Most staff members have been with the facility long-term. During our visit, we witnessed one endearing interaction that speaks to the closeness between residents and staff. A woman, whose husband was being moved to a different facility that accepts his new insurance, came over to say goodbye to our tour guide. She sang Culver West's praises, saying it was the best place for her husband and she'd recommend it to anyone in a heartbeat.

Details

Year Built:	1966
Year Remodeled:	1998
Current Mgmt. Since:	1998
No. of Floors:	1
Resident Capacity:	91
Facility Type:	Long-term Care, Short-term Rehab

Special

Special Diets Accommodated: Yes
Proximity to Emergency Svcs.:	Under 8 miles
Nearby Shopping and Entertainment:	Yes

Staff

Registered Dietician on Staff:	Yes
Caregiver Training:	Dementia, Ethics, Family Communication, Grief, Pain Management, Patient Transfers, Stress Management, Transition Issues, Universal Precautions, Validation Therapy, Wound Care
Criminal Background Check: Yes
Principal Staff Language(s):	English
Language(s) Spoken:	Spanish, Tagalog

Facility Features

Activities/Recreation
Beauty/Barber Shop
Chapel Services
Facility Parking
Guest Meals ($)
Outside Patio/Gardens
Separate Therapy Room
24-hour Security

Room Features

Space for personal items
Shared and Private Bathrooms
Telephone Ready

Costs

PRICES MAY INCREASE. PLEASE CALL FOR MOST CURRENT INFORMATION.
Shared Room:	$172.79/day
Private Room:	$212.79/day
Rate Increase:	Annually; usually 2-3%
Reimbursement:	Medicare, Medicaid, LTCI, HMO, Private

CMS Inspection Results

The Center for Medicare & Medcaid Services (CMS) contracts with each state to conduct inspections once every 9-15 months to assure that certified facilities meet the minimum Medicare and Medicaid quality and performance standards.

08/10/2007 Fire Safety Survey for Culver West Convalescent Hospital

Emergency Plans and Fire Drills
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
did not have a written emergency evacuation plan.	Widespread	Potential for minimal harm
Illumination and Emergency Power
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
properly located and lighted Exit signs.	Widespread	Potential for minimal harm

08/09/2007 Health Survey for Culver West Convalescent Hospital

Environmental
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents.	Pattern	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable.	Pattern	Potential for minimal harm
Nutrition and Dietary
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
Store, cook, and give out food in a safe and clean way.	Pattern	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Pharmacy Service
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
Keep the rate of medication errors (wrong drug, wrong dose, wrong time) to less than 5%.	Pattern	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Have drugs and other similar products available, which are needed every day and in emergencies, and give them out properly.	Pattern	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
At least once a month, have a licensed pharmacist check the drugs that each resident takes.	Widespread	Potential for minimal harm
Resident Assessment
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
Make a complete assessment that covers all questions for areas that are listed in official regulations.	Widespread	Potential for minimal harm
Resident Rights
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
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.	Pattern	Potential for minimal harm

06/08/2006 Fire Safety Survey for Culver West Convalescent Hospital

Building Service Equipment
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
properly protected cooking facilities.	Isolated	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Electrical
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
weekly inspections and monthly testing of generators.	Widespread	Potential for minimal harm
Miscellaneous
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
fire safety features required by current fire safety codes.	Widespread	Potential for minimal harm

05/24/2006 Health Survey for Culver West Convalescent Hospital

Administration
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
Keep accurate and appropriate medical records.	Pattern	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Have a detailed, written plan for disasters and emergencies.	Widespread	Potential for minimal harm
Environmental
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
Have a program to keep infection from spreading.	Isolated	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Move, clean and store sheets, towels and other linens in a way that prevents the spread of infection.	Widespread	Potential for minimal harm
Nutrition and Dietary
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
Store, cook, and give out food in a safe and clean way.	Widespread	Potential for minimal harm
Pharmacy Service
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
Make sure that residents are safe from serious medication errors.	Pattern	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Properly mark drugs and other similar products.	Widespread	Potential for minimal harm
Have drugs and other similar products available, which are needed every day and in emergencies, and give them out properly.	Widespread	Potential for minimal harm
Quality Care
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
Make sure that residents who cannot care for themselves receive help with eating/drinking, grooming and hygiene.	Pattern	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible.	Pattern	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Provide social services for related medical problems to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.	Pattern	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Resident Assessment
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
Develop a complete care plan that meets all of a resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.	Pattern	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm

03/31/2005 Fire Safety Survey for Culver West Convalescent Hospital

Fire Alarm Systems
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
an approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.	Widespread	Potential for minimal harm
Furnishings and Decorations
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
exits that are free from obstructions and can be used at all times.	Isolated	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Miscellaneous
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
fire safety features required by current fire safety codes.	Widespread	Potential for minimal harm
Smoking Regulations
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
posted No-smoking signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or did not provide ashtrays where smoking was allowed.	Widespread	Potential for minimal harm

03/10/2005 Health Survey for Culver West Convalescent Hospital

Environmental
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents.	Isolated	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Quality Care
Deficiency	Scope	Level of Harm
Provide social services for related medical problems to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.	Isolated	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible.	Isolated	Minimal harm or potential for actual harm