complaint·December 5, 2024

LPA interviewed 7 staff. One of these staff stated she does not administer injection; however, when she told the resident that this resident needs to do it herself, this resident told her that the other med-tech does it. One of the med-techs stated she's not a medical professional nor an LVN but she pricks for glucose tests and administers insulin to 3 residents. Based on interviews and records review, the preponderance of evidence has been met, therefore, the allegation is substantiated. Deficiency is cited from Title 22 California Code of Regulations and listed on 9099D. Failure to submit proof of correction by plan of correction due date may result in civil penalty. Deficiency and plan and proof of corrections were discuss with AED. Exit interview conducted. Appeal Rights, LIC9098 Proof of Correction form and copy of this report provided.