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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Magda Malcore conducted an unannounced case management visit to the facility. LPA met with Administrator, Michael Garcia, and provided the following report regarding the Department's investigation of the death of Resident#1 (R1). Investigation included interviews and review of records for R1.
Investigation revealed that on December 21, 2022, R1 was observed with an abrasion and open sore on right knee. R1 complained that leg hurt. R1 was sent to the hospital around 2:00 pm and returned to the facility between 6:00-6:30 pm on same day. R1 was observed to be walking with a gait. R1 was then observed to leave the facility by self around 7:00 pm.
Around 8:30 pm, local law enforcement came to the facility to inform staff that R1 was struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross the highway. Law enforcement informed staff that R1 was transported to the hospital and died around 10:00 pm.
Physician's report dated December 12, 2022, indicated that R1 was ambulatory and was “unable to leave facility unassisted.” In addition, report indicated that R1 “has episodes of forgetting, being distracted.” On December 21, 2022, facility staff allowed R1 to leave facility by self and failed to provide R1 with adequate observation and supervision to meet R1 needs. Soon after leaving the facility, R1 crossed a nearby highway and subsequently was struck and killed by a vehicle.
The Licensee is cited per violation of Title 22, California Code of Regulations. In addition, this violation posed an immediate Health and Safety risk to resident(s) in care. An Immediate Civil Penalty of $500 is being assessed. The licensee was also informed that an additional civil penalty may be assessed based on Health and Safety Code § 1569.49.
An exit interview was conducted where reports LIC809, LIC 809-D, LIC421IM, and appeal rights were discussed and provided to Administrator Garcia. Signature on this report acknowledges receipt of the appeal rights. |