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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

VETERANS HOME OF CALIFORNIA - WEST LOS ANGELESLicense 1976079662 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 8/17/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alfonso Iniguez conducted an unannounced annual required visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA met with Stephanie Weaver /Administrator. LPA explained the purpose of today’s visit. The facility is licensed to serve (84) elderly adults ages 60 and above, of which (84) can be bedridden. The facility has an approved hospice waiver for (8). The RCFE facility consists of 2 floors, including 34 double rooms and 12 single rooms, a total of 50 bathrooms, a bathing room, barbershop, activity room, meditation room, dining room, 4 dens and a kitchen shaded area. LPA Iniguez and the Administrator toured the physical plant. There were no bodies of water or obstructions on the premises. LPA inspected a total of (5) bedrooms and (5) bathrooms. The beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, and storage for the residents’ personal belongings was observed. The bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulations and were operational. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were in operable condition. The water temperature ranged from 114.5°F to 118.2°F, and the room temperature ranged from 73.2°F to 74.3°F. The evaluation Report continues on the next page, LIC 809-C , providing further details of the inspection findings. During the visit, LPA Iniguez observed that the facility was clean, sanitary, and appropriately furnished. Storage areas for personal hygiene were in place. Cleaning supplies, toxins, and sharp objects were stored in a way that made them inaccessible to residents in care. The kitchen was inspected, and there was sufficient perishable and non-perishable food available, which was adequately maintained. All fire extinguishers were charged and operable. The last Fire/Disaster Drills were conducted on 6/1/24. A review of (5) staff personnel files was conducted. LPA was not able to review (5) residents' service files and (5) Medication Administration Records (MARs), records were not available by facility staff. LPA observed the facility's infection control practices. All mandated inspection control posters were displayed throughout the facility. A copy of liability insurance was emailed to LPA . Facility Annual Fess current. Deficiency cited under California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8. See details below: -No CPR cards from care staff available for LPA to see during inspection. -No residents records readily available for LPA for review during inspection. Note: *Citations not cleared by the due date will be a $100 fine assessed for each citation until it is cleared. Civil penalties will continue to accrue until Proof of Corrections (POC) is cleared. * An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the Facility Evaluation Report was provided to Stephanie Weaver / Administrator.

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.

  • First aid training requirements

    Based on [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in not having a first aid card for care staff available to review during annual evaluation which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87506(a)Type B

    Maintain separate complete record for each resident

    Based on [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in not having residents records readily available for LPA during annual inspection which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the August 17, 2024 inspection of VETERANS HOME OF CALIFORNIA - WEST LOS ANGELES?

This was an inspection of VETERANS HOME OF CALIFORNIA - WEST LOS ANGELES on August 17, 2024. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to VETERANS HOME OF CALIFORNIA - WEST LOS ANGELES on August 17, 2024?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in not ha..."

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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