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ALAMINOS HOMELicense 1976102993 citations on this visit
3 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

--- Facility not properly securing medications. It was alleged that staff are leaving medications unlocked and accessible to residents. To investigate this allegation, on 03/28/2023, LPA made observations during a physical plant tour at 9:30 AM and interviewed two (02) staff from 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM. During the physical plant tour, LPA observed that facility did not have medications in the refrigerator, however, staff left centrally stored medication unit unlocked with key hanging on the door. During interviews, staff admitted to leaving the medication unit unlocked during a visit by other parties. Based on observations and interviews, the allegations are SUBSTANTIATED at this time. Pursuant to Title 22 Division 6 Chapter 8 of the CA Code of Regulations, the following deficiencies were cited (refer to LIC 9099-D): --- Facility cleaning supplies are accessible to residents in care. It was alleged that staff are storing toxins in an unlocked storage closet. To investigate this allegation, on 03/28/2023, LPA made observations during a physical plant tour at 9:30 AM and interviewed two (02) staff from 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM. During the physical plant tour, LPA observed that facility had cleaning supplies and other toxins in an unlocked storage closet. During interviews, staff stated that they were cleaning earlier today and planned to lock it. Staff also admitted that the storage closet containing toxic cleaning supplies was unlocked during a visit by other parties. Based on observations and interviews, the allegations are SUBSTANTIATED at this time. Pursuant to Title 22 Division 6 Chapter 8 of the CA Code of Regulations, the following deficiencies were cited (refer to LIC 9099-D): No health and safety hazards noted during the visit. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of report was issued.

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.

  • 87465(h)(2)Type B

    87465 Incidental Medical and Dental Care (h) The following requirements shall apply to medications which are centrally stored: (2) Centrally stored medicines shall be kept in a safe and locked place that is not accessible to persons other than employees responsible for the supervision of the centrally stored medication. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPAs observation and interviews, the licensee did not ensure that medication was kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care which poses a potential Health, Safety, or Personal Rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87470(c)(1)(F)Type B

    87470(c) Infection Control Requirements shall be developed by the licensee... (1) The Infection Control Plan shall include: (F) Staff shall demonstrate knowledge... appropriate to the job assigned and as evidenced by safe and effective job performance. This requirement is not met as evidenced by; Based on observations and interviews, the licensee did not ensure that staff are wearing mask at all times while at the facility and that all visitors are screened upon entry which poses an immediate health, safety and personal rights risk to residents in care.

  • 87705(f)(2)Type A

    87705 (f) Care of Persons with Dementia: The following shall be stored inaccessible to residents with dementia: (2) Over-the-counter medication, nutritional supplements or vitamins, alcohol, cigarettes, and toxic substances such as certain plants, gardening supplies, cleaning supplies and disinfectants. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and interviews, the licensee failed to ensure that items were inaccessible to residents with dementia, which poses an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the March 28, 2023 inspection of ALAMINOS HOME?

This was a complaint inspection of ALAMINOS HOME on March 28, 2023. 3 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to ALAMINOS HOME on March 28, 2023?

Yes, 3 citations were issued (1 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "87465 Incidental Medical and Dental Care (h) The following requirements shall apply to medications which are centrally s..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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