American House Burlington Creek

Last inspection

July 30, 2026

Inspections in three years

4

Complaint investigations in three years

6

Requirements not met (all visits)

25

• No deficiencies cited at the last visit (July 2026)
• Every deficiency from the February 6, 2026 visit was corrected by March 30, 2026

Visits (newest first)

• July 30, 2026: Complaint Investigation, State Licensure, no requirements listed as not met · state results
• February 6, 2026: Complaint Investigation, 2 requirements not met · state results
  • The facility may admit or retain an individual for residency in an assisted living facility only if the individual does not require hospitalization or skilled nursing placement as defined in this rule, and only if the facility: (H) Reviews the ISP with the resident, or legal representative of the resident, at least annually or when there is a significant change in the resident ' s condition which may require a change in services; rule class II; corrected March 30, 2026
  • The administrator shall develop and implement a safe and effective system of medication control and use, which assures that all residents ' medications are administered by personnel at least eighteen (18) years of age, in accordance with physicians ' instructions using acceptable nursing techniques. The facility shall employ a licensed nurse eight (8) hours per week for every thirty (30) residents to monitor each resident ' s condition and medication. Administration of medication shall mean delivering to a resident his or her prescription medication either in the original pharmacy container, or for internal medication, removing an individual dose from the pharmacy container and placing it in a small cup container or liquid medium for the resident to remove from the container and self-administer. External prescription medication may be applied by facility personnel if the resident is unable to do so and the resident ' s physician so authorizes. All individuals who administer medication shall be trained in medication administration and, if not a physician or a licensed nurse, shall be a certified medication technician or level I medication aide. rule class I/II; corrected February 10, 2026
• November 26, 2025: Complaint Investigation, 4 requirements not met · state results
  • The facility shall not admit or continue to care for a resident who: (A) Has exhibited behaviors that present a reasonable likelihood of serious harm to himself or herself or others; rule class I/II; corrected December 15, 2025
  • Protective oversight shall be provided twenty-four (24) hours a day. For residents departing the premises on voluntary leave, the facility shall have, at a minimum, a procedure to inquire of the resident or resident ' s guardian of the resident ' s departure, of the resident ' s estimated length of absence from the facility, and of the resident ' s whereabouts while on voluntary leave. rule class I/II; corrected December 15, 2025
  • The facility shall develop and implement written policies and procedures that prohibit mistreatment, neglect, and abuse of any resident and misappropriation of resident property and funds, and develop and implement policies that require a report to be made to the department for any resident or to both the department and the Department of Mental Health for any vulnerable person whom the administrator or employee has reasonable cause to believe has been abused or neglected. rule class II/III; corrected December 26, 2025
  • Each resident shall be treated with consideration, respect, and full recognition of his or her dignity and individuality, including privacy in treatment and care of his or her personal needs. All persons, other than the attending physician, the facility personnel necessary for any treatment or personal care, or the department or Department of Mental Health staff, as appropriate, shall be excluded from observing the resident during any time of examination, treatment, or care unless consent has been given by the resident. rule class II/III; corrected December 15, 2025
• July 29, 2025: Complaint Investigation, 1 requirement not met · state results
  • In emergency discharge situations the facility shall submit to the resident and his or her next of kin, legally authorized representative or designee a written notice of discharge. The written notice of discharge shall be given as soon as practicable and advise the resident of the right to request an expedited hearing. In the event that there is no next of kin, legally authorized representative or designee known to the facility, the facility shall send a copy of the notice to the appropriate regional coordinator of the Missouri State Ombudsman's office. rule class II/III; corrected August 30, 2025
• September 19, 2024: State Licensure, 14 requirements not met · state results
  • Fire Drills and Emergency Preparedness. (A) All facilities shall have a written plan to meet potential emergencies or disasters and shall request consultation and assistance annually from a local fire unit for review of fire and evacuation plans. If the consultation cannot be obtained, the facility shall inform the state fire marshal in writing and request assistance in review of the plan. An up-to-date copy of the facility ' s entire plan shall be provided to the local jurisdiction ' s emergency management director. rule class II/III; corrected May 14, 2025
  • Fire Safety Training Requirements. (A) The facility shall ensure that fire safety training is provided to all employees: 1. During employee orientation; 2. At least every six (6) months; and 3. When training needs are identified as a result of fire drill evaluations. rule class II/III; corrected May 14, 2025
  • Exits, Stairways, and Fire Escapes. (D) An " area of refuge " shall have- 1. An area separated by one- (1-) hour rated smoke walls, from the remainder of the building. This area must have direct access to the exit stairway or access the stair through a section of the corridor that is separated by smoke walls from the remainder of the building. This area may include no more than two (2) resident rooms; 2. A two- (2-) way communication or intercom system with both visible and audible signals between the area of refuge and the bottom landing of the exit stairway, attendants ' work area, or other primary location as designated in the written plan for fire drills and evacuation; 3. Instructions on the use of the area during emergency conditions that are located in the area of refuge and conspicuously posted adjoining the communication or intercom system; 4. A sign at the entrance to the room that states " AREA OF REFUGE IN CASE OF FIRE " and displays the international symbol of accessibility; 5. An entry or exit door that is at least a one and three-fourths inch (1 3/4") solid core wood door or has a fire protection rating of not less than twenty (20) minutes with smoke seals and positive latching hardware. These doors shall not be lockable; 6. A sign conspicuously posted at the bottom of the exit stairway with a diagram showing each location of the areas of refuge; 7. Emergency lighting for the area of refuge; and 8. The total area of the areas of refuge on a floor shall equal at least twenty (20) square feet for each resident who is blind or requires the use of a wheelchair or walker housed on the floor. rule class II; corrected May 14, 2025
  • Complete Fire Alarm Systems. (D) All facilities shall have inspections and written certifications of the complete fire alarm system completed by an approved qualified service representative in accordance with NFPA 72, 1999 edition, at least annually. rule class I/II; corrected May 14, 2025
  • Complete Fire Alarm Systems. (E) Facilities shall test by activating the complete fire alarm system at least once a month. rule class I/II; corrected May 14, 2025
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  • Protection from Hazards. (C) Electric or gas clothes dryers shall be vented to the outside. Lint traps shall be cleaned regularly to protect against fire hazard. rule class II/III; corrected May 14, 2025
  • Sprinkler Systems. (B) Facilities that have a sprinkler system installed prior to August 28, 2007, shall inspect, maintain, and test these systems in accordance with the requirements that were in effect for such facilities on August 27, 2007. rule class I/II; corrected May 14, 2025
  • Interior Finish and Furnishings. (D) All curtains and drapes in a licensed facility shall be certified or treated to be flame-resistant as defined in NFPA 101, 2000 edition. rule class II; corrected May 14, 2025
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• September 11, 2024: Complaint Investigation, State Licensure, 1 requirement not met · state results
  • Protective oversight shall be provided twenty-four (24) hours a day. For residents departing the premises on voluntary leave, the facility shall have, at a minimum, a procedure to inquire of the resident or resident ' s guardian of the resident ' s departure, of the resident ' s estimated length of absence from the facility, and of the resident ' s whereabouts while on voluntary leave. rule class I/II; corrected October 10, 2024
• December 22, 2023: Complaint Investigation, State Licensure, 3 requirements not met · state results
  • The facility shall screen residents and staff for tuberculosis as required for long-term care facilities by 19 CSR 20-20.100. rule class II; corrected January 23, 2024
  • The administrator shall maintain on the premises an individual personnel record on each facility employee, which shall include the following: (I) Written statement signed by a licensed physician or physician ' s designee indicating the person can work in a long-term care facility and indicating any limitations; rule class III; corrected January 23, 2024
  • Medication Orders. (F) Influenza and pneumococcal polysaccharide immunizations may be administered per physician-approved facility policy after assessment for contraindications- 2. The assessment for contraindications and documentation of the education and opportunity to refuse the immunization shall be dated and signed by the nurse performing the assessment and placed in the medical record; rule class II/III; corrected January 23, 2024

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