Follow-up·November 4, 2021

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ashley Smith arrived at 1:45 p.m. to meet with Administrator Susanna Gasparyan for a technical support visit with this facility. In attendance included Public Health Nurses Brenna De Leon, Amber Fayton, and Dr. Camellia Babaie, from Los Angeles County Public Health. This visit had a specific emphasis on infection control practices. This facility has a central entry point for signing in, symptom screening, and temperature checks. The facility has appropriate signs to promote mask-wearing and regular usage of hand sanitizer; recommendations were made around signage placement to further promote physical distancing, proper hand hygiene, and how to appropriately utilize Personal Protection Equipment (PPE). Additional feedback was provided regarding isolation and quarantine requirements, disinfection practices, and documentation of vital signs for staff and residents. During today's visit, discussion was had regarding testing, symptom screening, and adjusted procedures around visitation. The cleaning and disinfectant protocol is adequate; however, staff were reminded to observe the contact time needed for surfaces to be properly disinfected. It was recommended to provide additional staff training pertaining to donning, doffing, and appropriate disinfecting of reusable Personal Protection Equipment. Further discussion was had with the Administrator around the recent Provider Information Notice (PIN) as it relates to visitation and staff vaccination requirements. No health and safety hazards noted during today's visit. Exit interview conducted. A copy of the report was provided via email for signature.