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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jill Nakagawa arrived unannounced to conduct an Annual Required Inspection and met with Diana Paz, Administrator. The annual inspection is focused on the Infection Control procedures and practices of this Residential Care Facility for the Elderly.
LPA observed a screening station at the entrance of facility which had hand sanitizer, a thermometer, and a sign-in sheet for visitors. Visitors are screened for COVID-19 symptoms (including temperature check) upon arrival to the facility. Staff and clients' temperatures are taken 2 to 3 times a day and are documented. LPA conducted a walk-through of the facility with Administrator and observed COVID-19 precaution postings at the entrance to building, in common areas and in public use bathrooms and staff lounge.
Staff clean and disinfect the facility daily. High touched surface areas are disinfected after each use. The facility has a designated visitation area, provides virtual visits and has a house phone for family to stay in contact with residents.
Administrator stated unvaccinated staff are tested twice a week. LPA observed 16 clients in care. Facility staff have completed training on infection prevention, symptoms, transmission and PPE use. N-95 respirator Fit testing is in process.
LPA observed a supply of PPE including gloves, face shields, N-95 respirators, surgical masks and gowns. All staff wore a face mask during this visit. The facility has submitted a COVID-19 Mitigation Plan Report on Epidemic Outbreaks specific to COVID-19 to the California Department of Social Services.
Exit interview conducted with Administrator, Diana Paz, whose signature on this document confirms receipt.
No deficiencies cited during this inspection.
Inspection Tool Notes:
Infection Control Practices - No Deficiency: 130 - Staff is in process of fit testing within 2-week time period through MNS.
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