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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

MESSINGER CARE HOMELicense 2752027524 citations on this visit
4 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Albert Johnson conducted an unannounced annual/random visit on this date. LPA met with Cristy B. and Elisa Cruz (Staff). Administrator joined the inspection via telephone. LPA inspected physical plant including but not limited to kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms, living and dining room area. LPA observed sufficient furniture and lighting throughout the facility. There are no bodies of water present in/or around the facility. LPA observed sufficient seven day non-perishable and two day perishable food supplies. Hot water temperature was measured at 123.5 degrees Fahrenheit in resident bathroom sink, which is not within the required range of 105 to 120 degrees. Fire extinguishers was last serviced on 2/10/2020. Smoke detectors are current and in compliance with fire safety. Carbon dioxide monitor presents. LPA was unable to determine when the last fire or disaster drill was conducted. LPA observed centrally stored medications unlocked in a cabinet inside the office area (photo taken). LPA reviewed and compared resident medication vs. resident medication logs. During the medication review LPA observed medications for R1 and R2 empty with not replacements in the facility for prescribed medications. The last entry into the medication administration record was 6/2/2022. LPA reviewed 6 resident and 2 staff files, including criminal record clearances. All staff today are not associated to the facility. S1 is not associated to this facility. First aid kit was checked and is complete. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22 Division 6, Chapter 8 and Health and Safety Code, deficiencies were observed and cited during this visit. Exit interview held and a report given at the conclusion of the visit.

Citations

4 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.

  • 87203Type A

    87203 Fire Safety. All facilities shall be maintained in conformity with the regulations adopted by the State Fire Marshal for the protection of life and property against fire and panic.This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based LPA observation LPA observed the fire extingushier not serviced and no record of a fire drill. This poses an immediate health and safety risk to resident in care.

  • 87355(e)(1)Type A

    87355(e)(1)Criminal Record Clearance. Prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility, all individuals subject to a criminal record review shall obtain a clearance or criminal record exemption. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: interviews and records reviewed, S1 is not associated to this facility. This poses and immediate health and safety risk to residents.

  • 87465(c)(2)Type B

    87465(c)(2) Incidental Medical and Dental Care Services. Once ordered by the physician, nonprescription PRN medications shall be given in accordance with the physician’s directions. LPA observed that Resident 1 (see LIC 811) was out of Hydroxyzine and R2 was out of Citracal (needs daily). This is a potential risk to resident in care.

  • 80088(e)(1)Type A

    Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment, and Supplies1) Hot water temperature controls shall be maintained to automatically regulate temperature of hot water delivered less than 105 degrees F (40.5 degrees C) and not more than 120 degrees F (48.8 degrees C).... LPA tested hot water at 123.5 degrees F. Licensee failed to assure hot water meeting Title 22 regulation of 105-120 degree F. This poses a potential health and safety risk to resident in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the June 4, 2022 inspection of MESSINGER CARE HOME?

This was a inspection inspection of MESSINGER CARE HOME on June 4, 2022. 4 citations were issued: 3 Type A (serious) and 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to MESSINGER CARE HOME on June 4, 2022?

Yes, 4 citations were issued (3 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "87203 Fire Safety. All facilities shall be maintained in conformity with the regulations adopted by the State Fire Mars..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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