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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kevin Mknelly arrived at the facility unannounced on 12/29/22 to conduct a Required-1 Year Inspection utilizing the infection control domain. LPA met with staff and explained the purpose of the visit. Prior to initiating the annual inspection, LPA completed the Department's required COVID-19 testing protocolst. LPA ensured they applied hand sanitizer before entering the facility and the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was worn:Surgical Mask. Additionally, LPA were screened by facility staff upon entering the facility. LPA requested for staff to notify Administrator that LPA is present at the facility to conduct an annual inspection. Administrator was unavailable to attend
LPA toured the interior and exterior of the facility together with staff to ensure health and safety of residents in care. Areas toured include but are not limited to: common areas, bathroom, kitchen, laundry room, and backyard. In the areas toured no immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations were observed. LPA and caregiver completed the a review of infection control and facility was found to be in substantial compliance at this time.
LPA and caregivers discussed Fit testing of N-95s to be continued for all staff, more robust visitor screening, thorough surface disinfecting, Posting of Ombudsman and CCL complaint poster (22x33 in) and that staff are all trained on the Infection Control Plan. LPA also advised that when physicians are consulted that there is a mechanism for staff being informed of the result.
LPA requested copies of: LIC 500, client roster.
No deficiencies are being cited as a result of todays inspection.
Exit interview conducted and copy of report left at the facility. |