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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Anna Bueno conducted an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct a required annual inspection, with an emphasis on infection control due to the COVID-19 pandemic. At 9:50 AM, Administrator Denila arrived at the home and LPA Bueno identified herself to Denila. Denila verified that there are no active and/or suspected Covid-19 cases in the facility.
During the inspection, LPA Bueno and Administrator Denila toured the facility inside and out. The facility has a gated empty pool. The facility has charged fire extinguishers, operating smoke alarms, and carbon monoxide detectors. Outdoor and indoor passageways were kept free of obstruction. Cleaning supplies, medications, and sharps were kept in a safe and locked place. Medications were stored in an inaccessible med room. Sharps were stored in a secured area. LPA observed a two (2) day supply of perishable food items and seven (7) day supply of nonperishable food items. The facility menu was available for review. The client bedrooms had the required furniture and sufficient lighting. The facility had a supply of additional linen and extra hygiene items for the clients.
LPA Bueno interviewed Administrator Denila regarding the facility's infection control measures and inspected the facility for regulatory compliance. LPA observed appropriate postings in the facility, including COVID-19 symptoms postings and visitation policies, which were in accordance with the Department's guidelines. LPA observed that the facility was also equipped with sufficient hand hygiene supplies, sufficient cleaning/disinfecting provisions, and a supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). The facility has a designated infection control lead person who has been tasked with tracking all COVID-19 cases and/or suspected cases and that staff are trained in the facility's infection control measures. |