COVID-19 check·August 1, 2021

On 8/1/21 at 9:20 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kevin Mknelly conducted an unannounced Case Management Health and Safety visit as directed by the department. LPA spoke with Administrator, Terry Brown by phone during the visit. LPA met with Medication technician, Melissa Miller. Prior to initiating the visit, LPA completed required COVID-19 testing protocols, and a daily self-screening questionnaire for symptoms of COVID-19 infection to affirm no COVID-19 related symptoms. LPA ensured they applied hand sanitizer before entering the facility and the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was worn: N-95 mask. Additionally, LPA self screened and temperature checked in the front lobby. New symptom screening and pen holders have been added. LPA spoke with the Administrator by phone to clarify the following: Facility census is 30 residents- 4 are hospitalized Covid positive, 2 are hospitalized to have symptoms evaluated are confirmed as Covid positive today (bringing the resident total to six(6)) and 2 are in rehab.- 22 residents are present. Current staff are one med tech and one caregiver as a scheduled staff is absent. Staffing plan is for one med tech and two caregivers per shift. LPA toured the facility inside including but not limited to resident room hallways, facility dining areas and common areas. LPA observed 16 of 22 residents. Care needs were being met. No safety concerns are apparent. Mitigation recommendations presented by LPA 7/31/21 are in process of implementation. As a result of this inspection no deficiencies are cited at this time. Exit interview and report copy provided.