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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Galarza conducted an unannounced Required- 1 year visit focusing on COVID-19 Infection Control Practices. LPA met with staff Kathy Ellet and explained the purpose of the visit. Administrator Lester Ellett arrived shortly after. There is one (1) level 3 ambulatory developmentally disabled client in the home. The facility is a single story home licensed for 4 ambulatory clients located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of 3 client bedrooms, 1 staff bedroom, 3 bathrooms, dining room, kitchen, living room, den, outdoor patio and detached garage. The last emergency disaster drill was conducted on 7/1/2022.. Administrator certificate expires March 24, 2023.
The facility is a owner operated single story home located in a residential neighborhood that is licensed for 6 ambulatory only clients. LPA conducted an exterior and interior physical plant tour.
Observations:
- COVID-19 Infection Control signs were observed in the entrance and bathrooms. Screening
- Bedroom #1 is designated as the COVID-19 isolation room if needed.
- One (1) centrally stored resident medication record was reviewed. Facility maintains a 30-day supply of medications. Centrally stored medications are kept in a locked closet.
- Client in care does not wear a mask because it is not tolerated due to cognitive impairment.
- Sharps and chemicals/cleaning supplies are stored inaccessible to residents.
- Sufficient supply of perishable for 2 days & non-perishable foods for 7 days were observed.
- A posted Emergency Disaster Plan was observed.
- Smoke detectors were tested and are operational. Fire extinguishers are fully charged.
- Sufficient supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) was observed.
- Staff and resident files were not reviewed during today's visit.
- Outdoor and indoor passageways and exit doors are free of debris and obstruction.
No deficiencies were cited.
Exit interview was conducted with Administrator Ellett Lester. A copy of the report was issued. |