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25 | On this day, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Kevin Saborit-Guasch and Brandon Lopez made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct the required annual inspection. LPAs were greeted and granted entry by caregiving staff after introducing themselves and stating the purpose of the visit. Administrator Kevin Ismaili was notified via telephone and arrived later to assist with the inspection.
There are currently two residents in care, none of which is receiving hospice care. LPAs observed residents relaxing in the facility’s common area or sleeping in their respective bedrooms. LPAs accompanied by facility caregiver toured the physical plant. The facility is a one-story house with a detached garage. The facility has two private and two shared bedrooms with one en-suite bathroom along with a shared bathroom. Bedrooms appeared clean and sanitary. LPAs observed all the resident bedrooms have the required furnishings. One resident has half-rails in place for postural support with another half-rail positioned lower on the bed but not in use according to staff statement. The appropriate physician order is on file, consultation provided on postural supports. All bathrooms appear clean and sanitary. Bathrooms were equipped with grab bars and non-slip mats. Hot water temperature measured slightly above the required temperature range and was adjusted down during the visit.
LPAs observed the kitchen has a minimum two (2) day perishable and seven (7) day non-perishable food supply. LPA observed knives locked in a secure drawer. A fire extinguisher is verified to be charged and mounted to the wall. Annual maintenance is however not apparent. Consultation provided. LPAs tested the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors which were found to be operational. The centrally stored medication is located in a locked cabinet in the living room. The detached garage is inaccessible to residents and is used for storage and for laundry. Cleaning supplies are located in the garage.
CONTINUED ON FORM LIC809-C |