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32 | It was further determined that R1 passed away due to COVID-19 on 1-20-21. Additionally, a previous substantiated allegation from a complaint generated on 1-26-21 revealed a citation issued to licensee on 4-27-21 due to staffing shortage and lack of basic care provided during a COVID outbreak occurring within close proximity to the time frame mentioned above regarding this allegation. Based on the interviews and record reviews for this investigation, this allegation is SUBSTANTIATED.
Allegation #2: Staff did not notify authorized representative of resident COVID diagnosis. LPA conducted interviews with S1 and complainant and conservator for R1. LPA also reviewed death report and death certificate for R1, and additional evidence. Based on interviews and record reviews, it was determined that conservator for R1 and Son for R1 was not notified of R1s COVID-19 diagnosis which occurred on 1-12-21. Based on the interviews and record reviews, this allegation is SUBSTANTIATED.
Allegation #3: Staff was unqualified to care for the resident. LPA conducted interviews with S1, complainant and reviewed additional evidence. Based on interviews and record reviews, it was determined that due to a staffing shortages and COVID-19 outbreak between 1-12-21 and 1-20-21, the maintenance director was assisting with several positions within the facility including observation and supervision of R1. Based on interviews, it was determined that maintenance director was not qualified to conduct observation and supervision of R1. As a result, this allegation is SUBSTANTIATED.
Citations are issue under Title 22, Division 6. Due to facility closure, A copy of this report will be mailed to Licensee with a request for return with signature. Appeal rights provided. |