Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Bernadette Allen made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct an annual inspection focused on infection control. At 2:14 PM, LPA was greeted and granted entry by Administrator Caroline Armstrong and she was explained the purpose of the visit. At the time of visit there was 1 staff and no residents present. Carolyn Armstrong stated that Resident 1 (R1) and Resident 2 (R2) were currently in the hospital. The facility currently has zero positive or suspected Covid-19 cases.
During today's visit, LPA toured the facility and made observations regarding the infection control measures that the facility has implemented. LPA observed Covid-19 postings posted throughout the facility. The facility has an adequate amount of hand hygiene supplies (soap, hand sanitizer). The staff were also observed wearing appropriate face coverings (surgical masks) at the time of visit.
The facility staff has a plan to manage Covid-19 symptoms, which includes staff monitoring residents regularly for any changes in condition, which includes daily temperature checks. The facility will contact the resident's physician should there be event of any COVID-19 related illnesses. The facility staff are responsible for cleaning and disinfecting the highly touched surfaces during their shift.
LPA toured the facility inside and out and there were no health and safety concerns.
The outdoor and indoor hallways were also free of obstruction. The client rooms had the required furniture and sufficient lighting. The bathrooms can accommodate the needs for bathing and showers have non-slip flooring. The facility had a supply of additional linen and extra hygiene items for the clients. LPA measured the hot water temperature measured at 105.5 degrees F. LPA observed hand sanitizer throughout the facility and a 30- day supply of PPE.
The facility has charged fire extinguishers, operating smoke alarms, and carbon monoxide detectors at the facility.
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