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Inspection visit

Complaint

WALNUT CREEK CARE HOMELicense 0792011611 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 04/04/2023 at 10:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) J. Sampair arrived unannounced to inspect facility concerning the allegation above. LPA explained purpose of the visit to Caregiver Nestor Avecilla who then reported the allegation to the Licensee Asha Jain by phone. At 10:45 AM, Staff S3 opened the locked medication cabinet for LPA who confirmed that the medications were not being stored in their original container, a practice confirmed by staff S1, S2, and S3. Based on staff interview and LPA observation, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met; therefore, the above allegation has been found to be SUBSTANTIATED. Deficiency cited per Title 22 California Code of Regulations is listed on the LIC9099-D. Failure to submit proof of correction (POC) by plan of correction due date and/or any repeat deficiencies within a 12-month period may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. Appeal Rights and a copy of this report provided via email.

Citations

4 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • Keep prescriptions in original containers

    87465 Incidental Medical and Dental Care (h) The following ... shall apply ... (5) Each resident's medication shall be stored in its originally received container. No medications shall be transferred between containers.This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA J Sampair's 10:45 AM observation and staff confirmation of 3 out of 3 resident's medications being stored outside of their original container, which poses an immediate Health, Safety or Personal Rights risk to residents in care.

  • Request transfer of criminal record clearance

    87411 Personnel Requirements - General (g) Prior to employment or initial presence in the facility, all employees and volunteers subject to a criminal record review shall: (2) Request a transfer of a criminal record clearance as specified in Section 87355(c). This requirement was not met as evidenced by:Staff person Fe Alolod was not associated with facility.

  • Safe, healthful, comfortable accommodations

    87468.1 PERSONAL RIGHTS OF RESIDENTS IN ALL FACILITIES (a) Residents ... have all of the following personal rights: (2) To be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment.This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on observation by LPA J Sampair on 04/04/2023 at 10:00 AM of ataff S1 not wearing a mask, Licensee failed to protect the personal rights of residents, which poses a potential health and safety risk to residents in care.

  • Maintain physician order documentation in resident record

    87608 Postural Supports (a) ... Postural supports may be used under the following conditions. (3) A written order from a physician indicating the need for the postural support shall be maintained in the resident’s record... This requirement was not met as evidenced by:Full railings on R1's bed without a physician's order.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the April 4, 2023 inspection of WALNUT CREEK CARE HOME?

This was a complaint inspection of WALNUT CREEK CARE HOME on April 4, 2023. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to WALNUT CREEK CARE HOME on April 4, 2023?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "87465 Incidental Medical and Dental Care (h) The following ... shall apply ... (5) Each resident's medication shall be s..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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