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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ruth Martinez is conducting this unannounced visit for the purpose of completing an annual required inspection. LPA arrived at the facility and was greeted and granted entry by Loida Eleazar, Administrator and LPA explained the nature of the visit. There are three residents at the facility and there are two residents receiving hospice services currently.
LPA accompanied by the Administrator began the tour of the inside and outside of the facility. LPA observed required department postings throughout the facility. Facility stays within the capacity limitations. There is a minimum of one week of non-perishables foods and two days of perishables foods available. There is additional food storage in two spare refrigerators located in back patio and additional non-perishables stored in garage storage. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. LPA inspected that medication is centrally stored in a safe locked storage cabinet located in office space. LPA reviewed medication and observed medication was labeled and stored inaccessible to residents in care. LPA inspected the bathroom. LPA measured the hot water temperature which measured 110.3 Fahrenheit degrees. All bathrooms observed to have a supply of soap, toilet paper and towels. Bathrooms are equipped with required safety measures such as non-skid mats and grab bars. Lighting is sufficient to ensure safety and comfort. The facility is equipped with sufficient hand hygiene, cleaning, and disinfecting supplies. LPA observed that toxic chemicals, cleaning solutions and disinfectants are stored locked underneath kitchen sink and locked storage cabinet in the garage. The facility has an available clean supply of linens. LPA inspected residents’ bedrooms which has sufficient lighting to ensure the safety and comfort. All bedrooms observed to have all required components. Storage space is provided for residents in their bedroom. Smoke detectors were tested and found to be operational. LPA toured the outside of the facility and observed outdoor passageways are free of obstructions. LPA observed there are shaded seating areas for residents’ enjoyment. LPA observed that the swimming pool adjacent to the house has been permanently removed and remodeled to a brick patio. There area still has a fence around the parameters. LPA observed the jacuzzi room no longer
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