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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

BRITTA CARELicense 3060058094 citations on this visit
4 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lydia Martinez made an unannounced visit to the facility for the purpose of conducting a Required - 1 Year Annual inspection, with an emphasis on Infection Control due to the COVID-19 pandemic. LPA Martinez met and was granted entry by Staff Soledad Larcia. Staff Larcia confirmed there are currently no cases or exposures of COVID-19 within the facility. LPA observed the "No Visitors" Department posting on COVID-19 precautions at the front door and one posting on refrigerator. There is no sign-in procedure in place, only hand sanitizer for use. LPA observed that both staff were wearing face masks. The facility has an approved Mitigation Plan on file with CCLD. There were 6 residents present during this visit, 2 receiving Hospice Services. LPA conducted a tour of the facility and made observations pertaining to the facility's Infection Control measures. LPA toured all resident rooms, all rooms were within regulations. LPA noted medication in Resident 1 (R1) room. Restroom observed contained soap, toilet paper, but no paper towels, and no hand washing signs posted. Facility has operating smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Facility has Fire Extinguishers which was last charged on 03/04/2021. The facility was equipped with sufficient hand hygiene supplies, cleaning and disinfecting provisions. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) supply is available. The facility monitors the residents regularly for any COVID-19 symptoms/change of condition. Facility has required Emergency Disaster Plan posted, and a secured location for resident's medication and files. Facility has 30 days supply of medications for the residents. Residents emergency contact information and Physicians reports are current. LPA reviewed resident files. Based on the observations made during the visit, the following deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. This report, along with Appeals Rights, Confidential Names (Lic811), LIC9102 TA) was discussed with the Administrator and copies will be emailed.

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.

  • 87465(h)(2)Type A

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed unsecured medications (2 bottles of Mucus Relief Chest and an Inhaler in R1's room.This poses an immediate health and safety risk to persons in care.

  • 87468.1(a)(2)Type A

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Facility does not have COVID precaution/policy posted at facility entrance or throughout facility. LPA was not screened at entrance, no sign in policy in place, visitors are not screened, no papertowels in bathrooms, and no hand washing guidelines posted in bathrooms. This poses a potential health and personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87608(a)(5)(B)Type A

    Based on LPA's observation, the Administrator did not comply with the section cited above in that LPA Martinez observed full bedrails on bed of R1. Staff report R1 is not on hospice. This poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87618(b)(3)(B)Type B

    During the visit, LPA observed R2 and R3 have Oxygen machines present in their room and there are no "Oxygen in Use" signs present on their door. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety of the residents in care.

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What happened during the November 30, 2021 inspection of BRITTA CARE?

This was a inspection inspection of BRITTA CARE on November 30, 2021. 4 citations were issued: 3 Type A (serious) and 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to BRITTA CARE on November 30, 2021?

Yes, 4 citations were issued (3 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed unsecured medications (2 bo..."

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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