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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Katrina Walters conducted an unannounced Annual Required – 1 yr. Infection Control inspection to this facility and met with Staff, Mark Mercado (MM). Administrator, Val Abillar (VA) was not available for today's visit, but was available by phone. There were four staff providing care and supervision for four clients.
The following observations were made: The facility has designated the garage as the single entrance for all visitors. Once in the garage, staff sign in visitors using a sign-in sheet. Staff check visitors temperature and oxygen level prior to entering. Signs are posted on the wall to promote droplet precaution and alert visitors of their visiting policy. Spare disposable mask and gloves are made available.
The facility was a clean and comfortable temperature of 70 degrees. All staff were wearing face coverings. LPA toured the facility with MM. All clients bedrooms were furnished as required per regulation. Sinks in the kitchen and bathroom were stocked with liquid soap and paper products. Signs were located near all sinks to promote proper hand washing techniques. LPA observed a 60 day supply of PPE and incontinence products in garage. Trash pales have lids, to prevent the spread of airborne viruses.
LPA reviewed 5 staff records. 5 of 5 personnel files included copies of vaccine cards, and training on infection control and the facilities mitigation/infection control plan. All staff have been fit-tested for N-95 mask. 4 of 4 clients vaccine cards were stored in their file. As apart of this visit, LPA conducted interviews with staff and clients.
No deficiencies cited during today's inspection. exit interview conduct with Mark Mercado and Val Abuilar by phone. |