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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jey Cardenas conducted an unannounced required annual visit with a primary focus on Infection Control measures using the new CARE Inspection Tools. Upon arrival at the facility, LPA Cardenas was met by house manager/ caregiver staff, Tula Thaxter, LPA conducted a risk assessment, Based on the assessment, the facility is clear of Covid-19 infection. LPA was properly screened for Covid-19 symptoms and temperature was checked. Tula granted access and allowed LPA to enter the facility to conduct inspection. Back up Administrator, Joel Morales arrived shortly after and assisted LPA with the visit LPA verified that the facility has an approved mitigation plan report.
The facility is licensed for 6 non-ambulatory residents and 6 hospice approved waivers. There are currently, 6 residents; three (3) residents are in hospice care.
LPA and staff Tula both toured the inside and outside grounds of the facility. The one-story residential house consists a kitchen, dining room, living room, family room, one (1) staff bedroom, four (4) resident bedrooms, two (2) bathroom, washer/dryer room, shaded backyard patio, and two (2) storage sheds.
During the tour, LPA observed the facility’s infection control practices. LPA observed a sanitizing station at the facility entrance; visitors log with Covid-19 screening and temperature log, and records of daily Covid-19 screening and temperature checks of residents and staff. PPE supplies are readily available to staff, and an additional 30-day supply of PPE was observed. Sufficient paper, cleaning, and disinfecting supplies were observed. The facility’s designated visitation area is the back patio. LPA observed staff and residents maintain 6 feet physical distancing, and all staff wear a face covering.
All rooms were inspected. Beds in shared bedrooms are 6 feet apart. Beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting provided, storage for resident personal belongings was observed.
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