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32 | LPA Colvin will be issuing a TA Advisory Note for staff not screening visitors for COVID-19 symptoms prior to entry to the facility. Additionally, LPA Colvin observed that there is no direct entry from the outside to the office (where guests sign in), and that visitors could enter the facility from numerous points and potentially avoid signing in, though there are posting advising guests to go to the office to sign in. LPA Colvin will be issuing a TA Advisory Note as the facility should be taking further measures to ensure all visitors enter through a single location so that they may be screened before entry and sign in. LPA Colvin inquired about if the facility is screening their residents daily for COVID-19 symptoms, which includes checking their temperature. The Administrator confirmed that residents are being screened daily and COVID tested on a weekly basis.
Other Issues:
During LPA Colvin's inspection, two additional items outside of Infection Control were observed which need to be addressed. Upon LPA Colvin's entry to Building #1, LPA Colvin observed a sign dated 6/29/22 on the door of a shower room stating not to use the room for showering or getting water, as there is a leak. LPA Colvin inquired about this with the Administrator and she confirmed that the shower is not to be used at this time due to the leak, and that the Licensee was made aware of the problem. It has been over two weeks since the date on the sign and the shower room is still out of order. Deficiency cited. During the tour of the facility, LPA Colvin observed numerous discarded items around the back of Building #2 and the storage shed. Items included mattresses, a Hoyer Lift, rugs, and other furnishings. LPA Colvin inquired about the discarded items and the Administrator confirmed that they are being thrown out, but that it is taking time to get them hauled away. Deficiency cited. Lastly, LPA Colvin observed that Administrator Liberty Almazon was not listed on Licensing profile for the facility (or Guardian's Roster) as the Administrator, but rather as just an employee. LPA Colvin inquired as to if the Licensee had notified Licensing of the change of Administrator, and if the required documentation had been submitted. The Administrator showed LPA Colvin a letter which confirmed that the documents to change the Administrator had been submitted, but that they were returned as one of the items needed the Licensee's signature. The Administrator stated that they had resubmitted the paperwork but have not received a response back. LPA Colvin advised that she will follow up with the office on the status of this.
An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Liberty Almazon and a copy of this report, LIC9102 TA Advisory Notes, and LIC809D was provided. |