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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 5/19/2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) K. Kaur and LPM S. Moua arrived unannounced at the above facility to conduct an Annual Inspection- Infection Control. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit, and was granted entry to the facility by Staff. Visitor log-in/temperature check, masks, and disinfection station were observed upon entry. Facility has one entrance/exit point. Facility staff observed with facial coverings. Facility appeared cleaned with no obstruction or fire clearance issues. Hand sanitizer was readily available to residents and visitors. Bathrooms have trash cans with lids. LPA toured private bedrooms with required furnishings & lighting. LPA toured the facility kitchen. LPA checked residents’ locked medications and observed a 30-day supply. Resident’s files have updated emergency contact information. No deficiencies were observed. LPA is requesting the following documents be submitted to the Fresno CCL office by 5/26/2022: Current copy of Administrator Certificate, Designation of Facility Responsibility (LIC308), Administrator Organization (LIC 309), Affidavit regarding Client/Resident Cash Resources (LIC 400), Emergency and Disaster Plan, Personnel Report (LIC500), Register of Facility Clients/Residents for LIC9020. An exit interview was conducted with. Report signed on-site by Administrator and printed copy provided.

Citations

3 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.

  • 87466Type B

    Regular observation and documentation of resident changes

    87466 Observation of the ResidentThe licensee shall ensure that residents are regularly observed for changes in physical, mental, emotional and social functioning and that appropriate assistance is provided when such observation reveals unmet needs. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on records reviewed and interviews conducted, facility failed to seek medical attention for R1 after a physical altercation with another resident, which poses a potential health and safety risk to the residents in care.

  • Report specified resident events within seven days

    87211(a)(1) Reporting Requirements A written report shall be submitted to the licensing agency and to the person responsible for the resident within seven days of the occurrence of any of the events specified in (A) through (D) below. This requirement was not met as evidence by: Based on records reviewed, the facility failed to submit an incident report of the altercation between R1 and R2 or of R1’s injuries until after the Department was notified by Regional Center, which poses a potential health and safety risk to the residents in care.

  • 87411(a)Type A

    Facility personnel sufficiency and competence

    87411(a) Personnel Requirements - GeneralFacility personnel shall at all times be sufficient in numbers, and competent to provide the services necessary to meet resident needs. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on interviews conducted and records reviewed, the facility failed to intervened in a physical altercation between R1 and R2 that resulted in R1 getting a black eye, four missing teeth, and injury to his right arm. This poses an immediate health and safety risk to the clients in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the May 19, 2022 inspection of SIERRA PALACE FOR THE ELDERLY?

This was an inspection of SIERRA PALACE FOR THE ELDERLY on May 19, 2022. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to SIERRA PALACE FOR THE ELDERLY on May 19, 2022?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

What type of inspection was this?

This was an inspection. Inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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