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32 | On a normal day, there would be 2 caregivers and a medication technician (MT) on each, the memory care side and the assisted living side of the building. LPA received information during interviews of staff that due to a shortage of staff, they were forced sometimes to work consecutive eight hour shifts for AM, PM, and Night (NOC). Although, the facility was using a staffing agency, the schedule showed that on several days, there was insufficient staffing. The staffing agency was not being utilized on the days when there were 1 or 2 caregivers on shift without a Medication Technician. Allegation deemed SUBSTANTIATED
Regarding allegation, “Licensee did not ensure residents needs are met” LPA observed on the staff biweekly work schedule, that on several days there were 1 or 2 caregivers without a MT. In addition, the 2 caregivers were separated with 1 caregiver for the memory care unit and 1 for the assisted living area. During interviews 3 employees confirmed that the residents were not assisted with a 2-person assist when there was a shortage of staff. The staff stated that when there was 1 caregiver the MT would assist with the 2 persons assist until it was time for medication passes. During the time of medication pass the residents could not be assisted. Allegation deemed SUBSTANTIATED
Regarding allegation, “No qualified Administrator available”, LPA obtained information during interviews of 3 employees who verified that the previous two Administrator(s) was unable to be reached when staff attempted to contact them during night (NOC) shift between the dates of 10/2/2020 and 3/26/21. Allegation deemed SUBSTANTIATED
Based on observation, interviews, and documentation the preponderance of evidence standards has been met; therefore, the above allegation(s) is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. A finding that the complaint allegation is Substantiated means that the allegation is valid because the preponderance of the evidence standard has been met.
Per California Code of Regulations (CCRs) - Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8, the following deficiencies are being cited on the attached 9099D during this visit. If any of the cited deficiencies are not corrected by the noted due dates; civil penalties may be assessed. The Administrator was provided a copy of their rights (LIC9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. An exit interview was conducted, a copy of the report was given. |