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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Crystal Colvin arrived at the facility unannounced for the purpose of completing the facility's Annual Inspection. LPA Colvin met with Administrator Aloaf Walker and advised them of the purpose of the visit, and that the Annual Inspection will be focused on Infection Control only. Below is a summary of what was observed:
Infection Control: LPA Colvin went over COVID-19 best practices for infection control and prevention with Administrator Aloaf Walker, who LPA Colvin found to be successfully incorporating the several aspects of the facility's Mitigation Plan. LPA Colvin observed that Licensing does not have a copy of the Mitigation/Infection Control Plan on file, and requested that the Licensee fax it in. Residents have hand sanitizer available to them, and the bathrooms were stocked with hand soap and paper towels. While touring the facility, LPA Colvin observed postings throughout the facility for cough etiquette, social distancing, and infection control. LPA Colvin requested to view the facility's PPE supplies (gloves, masks, and sanitizer, and isolation gowns) which LPA Colvin observed to be sufficient for a 30-day supply. LPA Colvin went over the various recommended training for facility staff with Administrator Aloaf Walker in relation to COVID-19 and confirmed that staff have been trained on various aspects of infection control, recognition of symptoms of COVID-19, and donning/doffing PPE.
LPA Colvin inquired as to if staff have been fit tested for N95 masks, and Administrator Aloaf Walker confirmed that they have conducted fit testing for all staff. LPA Colvin was informed that all staff are vaccinated, so staff are not required to test weekly. In addition to going over the facility's policy for testing staff and residents for COVID-19, LPA Colvin also inquired about if the facility is still screening their residents daily for COVID-19 symptoms, which includes checking their temperature. Administrator Aloaf Walker confirmed that staff are continuing to monitor residents’ symptoms, and that both staff and visitors are screened for COVID-19 symptoms prior to entering the facility. LPA Colvin additionally observed a sign-in log for visitors, where their temperature is recorded as well as answers to screening questions. |