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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Stephanie Torres, made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct an annual inspection, with an emphasis on infection control. The LPA arrived at approximately 12:20 PM, signed in and utilized hand sanitizer. The LPA met with Executive Director, Kameshi Taylor, and informed her of the purpose of her visit. There are currently no cases of COVID-19 within the facility.
During today's visit, the LPA toured the facility and made observations pertaining to the facility's infection control measures. The LPA observed sufficient hand hygiene supplies, sufficient cleaning and disinfecting provisions, and proper use of face coverings. The facility has a designated infection control lead person who has been tasked with tracking all COVID-19 cases and/or suspected cases, ensuring PPE supplies are maintained, cleaning and disinfection provisions are in adequate quantities, and that staff are trained in the proper use and disposal of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and overall infection control. The facility has a plan in place which follows Community Care Licensing guidelines for when and how long to test staff and residents for COVID-19, when and how to isolate/quarantine residents, and when to schedule cleaning and disinfection times of high traffic and frequently touched areas. The facility also has a plan in place to monitor residents regularly for any changes in condition and to subsequently notify the resident's physician and all emergency agencies in the event of any COVID-19 related and/or suspected illnesses. The facility was well organized, clean and well kept.
During the tour, LPA Torres observed medication accessible in the apartment bathroom of Resident One (R1). R1's Physician's Report for Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) indicates R1 is not able to store or administer their own medication. This poses a potential threat to the health and safety of the resident in care. A citation will be issued.
An exit interview was conducted with Taylor; this report reviewed and a copy was provided, along with LIC 809D, LIC 811 and Appeal Rights. |