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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mota made contact on this date, virtually by Facetime, with Mercedes Vegvary for the purpose of a case managment visit. LPA conducted a virtual inspection via Facetime. It is being conducted by Facetime due to COVID - 19 precautions. There are currently 4 residents in care, some of which are on hospice and some who have a diagnosis of dementia.
During today's inspection, LPA and Licensee toured the facility virtually. LPA observed staff wearing masks. LPA observed signs posted throughout the facility and outside regarding no visitors, hand sanitation and signs/symptoms of COVID. LPA and Licensee observed the front porch area where staff and residents are screened. COVID postings were observed. Screening includes temperatures being taken along with a questionnaire that is completed of possible symptoms. Screening area also includes available masks and gloves. Hand sanitizer is not placed in residents rooms due to dementia diagnosis, but is in common areas. Each room does have access to a sink area where hand washing is encouraged routinely per Licensee. LPA and Licensee discussed social distancing during mealtimes.
Licensee stated visitor's are being asked to visit residents via Facetime.
LPA provided PIN 20-23 to Licensee regarding surveillance testing of staff. LPA discussed with Licensee the importance of speaking with staff regarding activities that they are involved in outside of the facility, ie: family gatherings, etc.
LPA discussed disaster preparedness with Licensee who states all emergency drills and staff training are up to date. The facility has a dedicated van that residents can be evacuated in with all staff having access to the keys.
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