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25 | Licensing Program Analyst, Amber Coleman, (LPA) arrived at Nick's Maple Home II, Residential Care Facility for the Elderly, (RCFE) unannounced to conduct an Annual Inspection. LPA was greeted by Najeh Hamed, Administrator. LPA stated the purpose of the visit and was grated entry inside the facility. LPA was also greeted by Staff Member, Maribel Barnes, Caregiver/Staff member also present during visit. Administrator reported there are 6 residents in care; as two residents have recently relocated.
LPA was accompanied by the Administrator on a tour of the facility to conduct a general overall inspection, which included, but was not limited to, the following:
Physical Plant: The facility is approved for 8 residents in care; Six (6) ambulatory and two, (2) non-ambulatory residents. Pathways throughout the facility and the exterior were free of clutter and obstructions. The facility was maintained at 70 degrees in Fahrenheit. Administrator tested both fire and carbon monoxide alarms. Both alarms were observed to be in proper function. LPA observed the facility's two fully charged fire extinguishers - last inspected October 2023. Extra linens and clean towels were observed on the second floor hallway cabinets, sufficient for the number of residents in care. Extra hygiene supplies, toilet paper, hand soap and paper towels were observed secured in a cabinet on first floor near the kitchen. LPA observed resident rooms, each room included a bed/mattress with required linens, sufficient storage for both residents assigned, furniture, lighting and seating. Each resident room appeared orderly. LPA observed sufficient lighting throughout the facility. LPA observed sufficient furniture and adequate seating provided in the living and dining rooms. The hot water temperature tested and observed within regulation. LPA observed posters for resident rights, Long Term Care Ombudsman, theft and loss policy, Administrator Certificates, Resident Roster, LET-US-KNOW, staff schedule, food menu, and Infection Control posted in a prominent area of the facility. Cleaning supplies, toxins, sharps, and other dangerous items were observed in secure areas throughout the facility. The resident's medication records and medications are kept secure in a kitchen cabinet. Resident, Facility and Staff files are kept secure within the same secure cabinet. At approximately,
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