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25 | On August 29, 2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Komal Charitra conducted an unannounced annual infection control inspection. Upon arrival, LPA observed the COVID-19 signage posted at the front entrance. LPA met with Caregiver, Rodel Pinote and Administrator/Licensee, Maria Freitas joined shortly thereafter. LPA explained the purpose of the visit. LPA was screened at entry point. Caregiver was able to provide LPA screening log documentation for visitors.
LPAs toured the facility and grounds. No accessible bodies of water or fire safety hazards observed. This is a single story home with 10 bedrooms with 10 half bathroom in each room, and 1 full bathroom. Facility also has one staff with a half bathroom. All bedrooms were observed to be private resident rooms. There was one vacant room observed at this time. Shared bathroom was observed to be equipped with paper towels, hand washing sign, and liquid soap. LPA advised caregiver to ensure shared bathroom has a trash can with a lid.
Infection control practices are reviewed: COVID signage throughout the facility, face coverings, 30-day PPE supply, entry procedures, daily monitoring records for staff, residents and visitor.
LPAs toured the living room and dining room and it was clear and odor-free. The living room was clear from any tripping hazards. A comfortable temperate at 73 degrees F was maintained. Lighting was sufficient for comfort. LPA observed the first aid kit and medications locked and stored appropriately and inaccessible to residents. Washer and dryer was observed to be in good working condition.
LPAs toured the kitchen and observed 2 day perishable and 7 day non-perishable. LPA observed sharps drawer to be unlocked. LPA advised caregiver to immediately store them away so it's not accessible to residents.
CONT. to 809C |