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STERLING SENIOR LIVING 3License 1983203082 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Record reviews revealed, through the Medication Admission Record, that on 12/04/23 and 12/06/23 all residents were not provided any of their medications. Furthermore, there were no other marking in the Vital Signs - 2023 book marking any record of dosages of medications, which are centrally stored, maintained by the facility. Based on record reviews and interviews conducted, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met. Therefore, the above allegation is found to be Substantiated . California Code of Regulations, Title twenty-two (22), Division six (6) is being cited on the attached LIC 9099D. Regarding the allegation: "Facility failed to maintain complete and accurate staff records.". LPA interviewed two (2) staff (S1, S3). One staff member was unaware of the allegation while one disagreed with the allegation. Record reviews revealed that one (1) staff member's CPR certificate was not present, nor on file, at the above-mentioned facility. The CPR certificate was later provided, renewed on 12/12/2023. Based on record reviews and interviews conducted, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met. Therefore, the above allegation is found to be Substantiated . California Code of Regulations, Title twenty-two (22), Division six (6) is being cited on the attached LIC 9099D. There have been two (2) citations provided, please see LIC9099D. An exit interview was held with S3, Bennie Ballon, and a copy of this report and appeal rights have been provided. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove that the alleged violation occurred. Therefore, the above allegation has been Unsubstantiated . Regarding the allegation: "Facility is not adequately staffed.". LPA interviewed two (2) staff (S1, S3). All staff have denied the allegation. LPA interviewed two (2) residents (R1-R2). Two (2) out of two (2) have denied the allegation. Record reviews revealed that staff roster (LIC500) was later provided, as requested, dated 11/10/2023. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove that the alleged violation occurred. Therefore, the above allegation has been Unsubstantiated . Regarding the allegation: "Facility failed to maintain a complete and accurate resident’s records.". LPA interviewed two (2) staff (S1, S3). All staff have denied the allegation. LPA interviewed two (2) residents (R1-R2). Two (2) out of two (2) residents have denied the allegation. Record reviews revealed that all three (3) residents had appropriate resident records on file. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove that the alleged violation occurred. Therefore, the above allegation has been Unsubstantiated . There have been no deficiencies cited. An exit interview was held with S3, Bennie Ballon, and a copy of this report has been provided.

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.

  • 87412(a)Type B

    87412 Personnel Records(a) The licensee shall ensure that personnel records are maintained on the licensee, administrator and each employee. Each personnel record shall contain the following information.This has not been met as evidenced by: Based on LPA's observations, the Licensee's current CPR certificate expired 12/02/23. Licensee later provided CPR certificate, updated 12/12/23.

  • 87465(a)(5)Type B

    87465 Incidental Medical..Care (a) A plan for incidental medical..care shall be..by each facility. The plan shall encourage routine medical..care and provide for assistance in obtaining such care, by compliance with the following: (6) When requested by..the Department, a record of dosages which are centrally stored shall be maintained by the facility.This has not been met as evidenced by:LPA observed 12/04/23 and 12/06/23 without medications prescribed by physician's order recorded as written above.

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What happened during the December 12, 2023 inspection of STERLING SENIOR LIVING 3?

This was a complaint inspection of STERLING SENIOR LIVING 3 on December 12, 2023. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to STERLING SENIOR LIVING 3 on December 12, 2023?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "87412 Personnel Records(a) The licensee shall ensure that personnel records are maintained on the licensee, administrato..."

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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