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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tuesday Cabiness arrived at the facility to conduct an unannounced infection control inspection/visit. Upon entry, LPA was greeted by staff Arnulfo Cuayzon, who allowed LPA to enter. There have not been any active or past COVID cases at the facility, and all staff and (4) clients have been vaccinated with boosters. The current census is (4); (2) clients was out in the community for day program services. LPA’s temperature was immediately taken and documented; a list of COVID-19 questions was asked; and LPA signed in the visitor book. LPA observed staff to have full mask covering; a hand sanitizing station; PPE supplies in drawer; and COVID-19, CDC, Department of Public Health, and Licensing postings on the walls throughout the facility. The Administrator Edelina Cuayzon was not available for the visit. LPA spoke to Administrator and she was informed the reason of the visit. Administrator provided COVID related questions to LPA via telephone and staff Arnulfo provided the remaining. There is a mitigation plan that was submitted and approved.
The infection control inspection began with the staff Administrator and concluded with staff Arnulfo. The facility has (7) bedrooms; with (4) private rooms for clients, and (3) rooms for staff. All bedrooms were properly furnished. The common areas were observed to be clean, including the (3) bathrooms, with soap and towels. The Administrator reported to LPA, that (4) clients have been vaccinated and recently obtained the booster shot. Only (2) staff are vaccinated. Facility no longer conduct weekly testing, unless staff or clients display any sick related symptoms. Daily temperatures are taken before clients leave the facility and when they return. Any new employee hires will be properly screened, and must be vaccinated prior to employment. Administration continues to conduct training to staff in relation to COVID-19. Administrator reported the facility receives departmental emails. There is currently a paid sick leave policy in place.
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