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13 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Anna Bueno conducted an unannounced visit to deliver findings on the above-mentioned complaint allegations. The Department investigation included a review of facility records and of Staff (S1) file, interviews with relevant parties, and review of other pertinent documents and information.
Allegation 1: Staff (S1) is providing care and supervision while under the influence of illegal drugs and or alcohol. Department Investigation found that S1 was hired as a licensed vocation nurse (LVN) at this facility on May 13, 2019 and separated from the facility in April 2020. The facility re-hired S1 as a direct care professional in December 2020. The department interviewed S1 who denied working at this facility while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Department interviewed witnesses who deny observing S1 to be under the influence or appear impaired while working their shift.
Allegation 2: Staff (S1) behavior poses as a risk to the clients while in care. Department Investigation found that S1 was hired by the facility as a direct support professional (DSP) in December 2020. The department |