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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Patricia Velazquez conducted an unannounced visit to The Oasis. The purpose of today's visit was to conduct a Required 1 Year inspection focusing primarily on Infection Control. LPA Velazquez was allowed entry into the facility and met with Caregiver (CG) Maria Gutierrez. CG Martin Robles was also present. Administrator Hermelinda Perez arrived shortly after LPA's arrival. The facility is licensed for 1 ambulatory and 5 non-ambulatory residents. The facility also has a Hospice waiver for 3 residents. There are currently 6 residents living in the facility. Per Administrator Perez the facility has not conducted a recent emergency disaster drill.
At 2:50 PM LPA Velazquez conducted a tour of the physical plant along with Administrator Perez. The 1 story home consists of 5 resident bedrooms with 2 bathrooms. The facility also has a living room, dining area, and kitchen. LPA Velazquez observed the Complaint poster was not in the correct size and Administrator Perez indicated she has ordered the poster in the correct size. The 6 residents in the facility appeared well-groomed and well cared-for. The resident bedrooms had the required furnishings, bed linens, and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure, showers were free of mold/mildew and a non-skid surface or mat was in place. Resident bath towels and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. LPA Velazquez tested the hot water temperature in the resident bathrooms and the temperature measured at 111.5 degrees Fahrenheit in the first bathroom and at 111.3 degrees Fahrenheit in the second bathroom.
LPA Velazquez inspected the kitchen along with Administrator Perez. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked and adequately stocked at the time of the visit. The fire extinguisher was fully charged. The smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and found to be operational. Medications, toxins and sharps were locked and inaccessible to residents. The auditory alarms throughout the facility were in operating condition. |