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32 | LPA conducted in-person interview with Resident #1, LPA asked Resident #1 the activities residents enjoy Resident # 1 stated cards, checkers, and snakes and ladders. Resident #2 stated because of current medical condition resident is unable to participate in activities however, Resident #2 stated on good days resident enjoys to color.
Third allegation: Facility does not provide nutritious snacks for residents.
Regarding the third allegation, Facility does not provide nutritious snacks for residents. LPA Guerrero conducted food inspection LPA observed adequate amount of perishable and nonperishable food supply that meets the number of residents in care. In addition, supply appeared to be adequate to date. Breakfast meal consisted of bacon, egg, pancakes, half of a banana, coffee, and water. For snacks LPA observed fruit cups, fruit, and fruit salad available for residents. LPA interviewed Resident #1 and Resident #2 regarding the snacks provided at the facility Resident #1-2 stated that nutritional snacks are always given or available to them (Residents).
Fourth allegation: Facility did not ensure adequate hydration of resident.
Regarding the fourth allegation, Facility did not ensure adequate hydration of resident. LPA conducted a kitchen inspection LPA observed refrigerator water dispenser equipped with an automatic ice maker both dispensers were in working condition. LPA interviewed Resident #1 who stated water is provided throughout every meal. LPA observed reusable water bottles in resident’s rooms.
Fifth allegation:
Regarding the fifth allegation, Facility not reporting medical incidents/emergencies. LPA conducted a record review and observed that facility last incident report was reported in 2023 regarding two (2) resident’s deaths both to be of natural causes. Staff #1 stated that no AWOL’s have occurred at the facility. Because facility currently has residents with dementia LPA conducted a facility inspection and observed a functioning door alarm sensor attached to the entrance door, LPA observed a second (2) door alarm sensor attached to back yard slider door. Which will alarm staff every time main entrance or backslider door opens.
Sixth allegation: Facility having resident provide care and supervision to other residents.
Regarding the sixth allegation, Facility having resident provided care and supervision to other residents. LPA conducted an in-person interview with Resident #1 who stated facility staff has not asked Resident # 1 to provide care or supervision to other residents. LPA interviewed Staff #1 regarding the allegation Staff #1 stated that staff does not have any residents provide care or supervision to other residents. LPA interviewed Resident #2 who stated that they have not witnessed Resident # 1 provide care or supervision to residents in care.
Seventh allegation: Resident was not permitted to move about facility while using oxygen tank.
Regarding the seventh allegation, Resident was not permitted to move about facility while using oxygen tank. LPA conducted a facility room inspection and observed facility to have a current census of four (4) residents in care. While conducting the room tour LPA observed no oxygen tanks at the facility. LPA asked Staff #1 if any residents are currently utilizing oxygen Staff #1 stated “NO”
Eighth allegation: Facility has locks on perimeter gates.
Regarding the eighth allegation, Facility has locks on perimeter gates. LPA conducted an interior and exterior inspection of the facility LPA observed no locks to be on perimeter gates. Due to a lack of information, the above allegations are deemed UNSUBSTANTIATED at this time.
Unsubstantiated; meaning that although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur.
An exit interview was conducted where this report was discussed and provided to Facility Administrator Rosita Banares.
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