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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 Magdalina Gurau and advised of the purpose of the visit, and that the Annual Inspection will be limited to 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 Magdalina Gurau, who LPA Colvin found to be successfully incorporating the several aspects of the facility's Infection Control Plan. 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 Magdalina Gurau 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. Administrator Magdalina Gurau informed LPA Colvin that staff have not yet been fit tested for N95 masks. LPA Colvin will be issuing a Technical Assistance Advisory Note during today's inspection for staff not being fit tested for N95 masks. 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 Magdalina Gurau 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 observed that the facility has a dedicated isolation room with attached bathroom, and a cart of PPE supplies is outside ready for staff use. Facility has had no residents with COVID-19 and continues to follow updates from Licensing regarding infection control.
An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Magdalina Gurau and a copy of this report was provided. |