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32 | Regarding the allegation: Insufficient staffing
It was alleged that the facility was insufficiently staffed, specifically in the dining room and housekeeping. Interviews confirmed that as a result of staff shortages in the dining room, sections of the dining room had been previously closed to allow for residents to sit in a centralized location rather than throughout the dining room. Staff claimed that there should be three (3) dining staff at breakfast, five (5) dining staff during lunch service, and five (5) to six (6) dining staff during dinner service. It was communicated that there are usually two (2) person for breakfast, three (3) persons during lunch, and four (4) to five (5) staff during dinner. Residents claimed that they understood the wait times, as they expressed that the dining room was understaffed. However, it was confirmed that there were long waits. Some residents also communicated that due to insufficient staffing in the housekeeping department, some experienced not having their apartment cleaned at least once a week. Staff interviews confirmed that although management staff have had to step in to assist, there have been shortages in the housekeeping department. It was communicated that fully staffed in the housekeeping department meant having four housekeepers ad a laundry attendant. However, staff claimed that they tend to have between two (2) to three (3) housekeepers per shift.
Based on interviews and record review, there is sufficient evidence to support the claim of insufficient staffing, specifically in dining and housekeeping. This allegation is deemed Substantiated at this time.
Pursuant to Title 22 Regulations, deficiencies were cited (refer to LIC 9099-D). Exit interview conducted, today's report and appeal rights were issued.
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