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Inspection visit

Follow-up on corrections

NORTHWEST VILLALicense 1072093602 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 12/19/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Walton arrived unannounced to conduct a case management – deficiencies inspection. LPA introduced self, stated the purpose of the visit and requested to meet with the Administrator. LPA met with Administrator, Minakshi Roychoudhury. The purpose of this visit is to issue citations found during the investigation complaint #20241108113724. Upon review of medications, LPA found multiple medications belonging to resident who no longer resides in the facility that were not destroyed or given to the responsible party. LPA also observed multiple over-the-counter medications stored in the facility and administered when needed. The facility was unable to provide a copy of the prescription and/or physician's order during the inspection. Deficiencies are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6 on the attached 809D. Exit interview conducted and a plan of correction was reviewed and developed. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and provided to Administrator, Minakshi Roychoudhury, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of this document. During the exit interview, LPA discussed moving the complaint poster to the entrance of the facility as required in Title 22 regulations, updating the LIC500 to include the times when the Administrator will be at the facility, and speak with staff to ensure staff are meeting the care and supervision requirements for all residents in care by knowing where/when residents have appointments or their day program schedules.

Citations

2 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.

  • Authorized physician-prescribed self-administered meds

    (a) (5) Facility staff… may assist persons with self-administration as needed. Assistance with self-administered medications shall be limited to the following: (A) Medications usually prescribed for self-administration which have been authorized by the person's physician… this requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with section 87465 when over-the-counter medication was observed stored in the facility and administered without a prescription from a physician.

  • 87465(i)Type A

    Dispose of unused medications with required witness

    87465 Incidental Medical and Dental Care (i) Prescription medications which are not taken with the resident upon termination of services, not returned to the issuing pharmacy… shall be destroyed…by the facility administrator and one other adult who is not a resident. Both shall sign a record, to be retained for at least three years… this requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, the Licensee did not comply with section 87465 when medication belonging to a resident who no longer resides in the facility, was observed co-mingled with current resident medication, which is an immediate health and safety risk to persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the December 19, 2024 inspection of NORTHWEST VILLA?

This was an other inspection of NORTHWEST VILLA on December 19, 2024. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to NORTHWEST VILLA on December 19, 2024?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (2 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "(a) (5) Facility staff… may assist persons with self-administration as needed. Assistance with self-administered medica..."

What type of inspection was this?

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

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