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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jacob Williams arrived at the facility unannounced on 4/28/2022 to conduct a complaint visit. LPA met with S1, Administrator's son. LPA completed required COVID-19 testing protocols, and a daily self-screening questionnaire for symptoms of COVID-19 infection to affirm no COVID-19 related symptoms. LPA ensured he applied hand sanitizer before entering the facility and the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was worn: surgical mask. In addition, LPA was screened for symptoms at entrance.
On 11/21/2022, Community Care Licensing Division Inspection Branch (CCLDIB) Investigator Joseph Balarie was present at the facility and observed an uncleared adult (S1) working at the facility. Investigator Balarie learned that during the pandemic, S1 had taken a full-time roll at Maria's Home Care working Monday thru Friday from 0630 hours to 1800 hours. LPA Williams looked up S1's status in Guardian and found that he is Not Eligible to work, with a determination status of "Closed - Determination Closed".
At the time of LPA's visit today (04/28/2022), S1 was the only staff member working. S1 immediately called Administrator/Licensee to arrive.
Deficiencies cited on LIC 809-D.
Exit interview conducted and appeal rights given. |