| COMMON AREAS: The common areas were appropriately furnished, and the lighting was adequate. The facility smoke alarm system is hard wired; the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested at 11:19AM and were operable at the time of the visit. The fire extinguishers were fully charged and last purchased 02/28/2026. LPA observed required postings posted in the hallway and upon entry into the facility.
OUTDOOR AREA: The backyard has a covered outdoor area equipped with furniture for resident use. There were no bodies of water on the premises. There are a self-latching gates on the side passageways designated for an emergency exit. Passageways were free and clear from obstruction.
MEDICATION REVIEW: At 11:24AM, LPA reviewed medications for two (2) residents. Medications are centrally stored and locked in the medication room accessed through the kitchen/laundry. All medications including PRNs were labeled, stored, and locked inaccessible to residents. PRNs were properly documented and logged. No errors observed during the medication review.
RECORD REVIEW: Beginning at 11:41AM, LPA reviewed four (4) out of four (4) resident files and three (3) personnel files for documents including but not limited to: medical records, resident Admission Agreement, TB test, staff training, first aid, and fingerprint clearance. LPA observed Staff #1 (S1) without a criminal record clearance. Administrator stated that S1 will not work at the facility until a background clearance is obtained and S1 is associated to the facility. All resident files were in order.
INFECTION CONTROL/EMERGENCY DISASTER PLANNING: During today’s visit, the LPA reviewed the facility's infection control policy and emergency disaster plan. Emergency disaster plan is updated annually as required and emergency disaster drills are conducted quarterly as is required, with the last drill conducted on 05/28/2026. All documents reviewed were updated and in compliance.
The following deficiency was observed (See LIC 809-D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22 and/or California Health and Safety Code. Civil penalty was issued in the amount of $500 for criminal record clearance violation. Administrator was informed that failure to correct the deficiency may result in additional civil penalties.
Exit interview was conducted. A copy of the report and appeal rights were provided.
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