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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sabel Martinez, conducted a scheduled Pre-licensing inspection to observe the physical plant for compliance and conduct a Component III. The facility is undergoing a change of ownership, and is approved for ninety (90) non-ambulatory residents. Per Fire Inspection Request received by the Department, the fire clearance was granted by the Encinitas Fire Department, on 1/25/2022.
The LPA was greeted by Executive Director, Melissa Watkins, identified himself himself and disclosed the purpose of the visit. An overall tour of the facility was conducted inside and out. The inspection included, but was not limited to, verifying compliance with statutes, regulations and other written requirements that are most relevant to protecting the health of residents in care and staff, including in the area of infection control practices. The LPA observed one central entry point for universal entry screening; routine symptom screening initiated at entry for staff, residents and visitors; a sign-in policy enacted for all visitors; signs throughout the facility to promote hand hygiene, cough/sneeze etiquette and physical distancing; face coverings worn by staff; hand sanitizer/hand washing stations readily available; a designated visitation area; and an adequate supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Additionally, the LPA observed exterior and interior passageways were free from obstructions. All of the residents’ rooms were equipped with the required furnishings. Residents’ bathrooms were observed to be sanitary and operational. The facility was stocked with a 2 day supply of perishable and a 7 day supply of nonperishable food items. Medications were observed to be locked and inaccessible to residents in care. There were no pools/ bodies of water accessible to residents. Per the Executive Director, there were no firearms, nor ammunition at the facility. The LPA also discussed continuing operation requirements, record keeping, reporting requirement and physical plant compliance. |