Routine inspection·September 14, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sandra Urena arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required annual inspection. The LPA met with Armine Tagaryan and explained the reason for the visit. At 10:30 a.m., the LPA and the administrator toured the physical plant areas inside, and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. KITCHEN: Knives are stored in a locked cabinet drawer. Kitchen appliances were in operable condition. The facility has enough supply of perishable and non-perishable food. Freezer and refrigerator are stocked with a variety of foods. Emergency food supply is adequate for residents and staff. Fire extinguisher was serviced within this year. BEDROOMS: Bedrooms were furnished appropriately, appropriate furnishings, clean linens and sufficient lighting. BATHROOMS: Restrooms were clean, shower area was in clean condition with grab bars and non-skid mat available. Paper towels were available for drying hands. Hand washing signs were posted. OUTDOOR SPACE: A shaded patio is available for residents to visit with family members. Sliding door to patio area is activated by sound system when opened. Side gates are unlocked. Gate leading to outdoors is adapted with sound system to alert staff of any elopement. A pool in the backyard is fenced and had a locked gate. RECORDS: Residents’ records were reviewed for, but not limited to care plans, medical records, admissions agreement, consent forms. All records were in order. Personnel records were reviewed for, but not limited to health assessments, criminal record clearances, first aid/CPR training, and the appropriate training. All files were in order. Continues on LIC 809C... MEDICATIONS: Medications review began at 1:00 p.m.; medications are centrally stored and locked in a file cabinet located in the common area, medications are labeled and checked for expiration dates. Medications are properly documented on the centrally stored medications and destruction record. No errors observed during the medication review. INFECTION CONTROL : The facility has an adequate supply of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and the facility is able to obtain additional supplies as needed. The facility’s cleaning protocol is sufficient. If needed, the facility has the capacity to designate a single isolation room if the facility has a confirmed case of COVID-19. The LPAs discussed the new PIN changes regarding infection control. The LPA obtained the following documents: - LIC500 Personnel Report - LIC9020 Client Roster No deficiencies cited at this time. Exit interview conducted. A copy of the report was issued.