Routine inspection·July 20, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Yolanda Delgado made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct an annual inspection with an emphasis on infection control. LPA arrived at 11:50 AM, LPA was met by Care giver Evelyn Eduardo and explained the purpose of the visit. Present in the facility during time of visit were three (3) staff as well as six (6) residents. Administrator Florina Candidato arrived during the inspection. There are currently no cases of COVID-19 within the facility. During today's visit, LPA toured the facility and made observations pertaining to the facility's infection control measures. LPA observed sufficient signage throughout the facility, insufficient hand hygiene supplies, sufficient cleaning and disinfecting provisions, and proper use of face coverings by staff. The facility has a designated infection control lead person who has been tasked with tracking all COVID-19 cases and/or suspected cases, PPE supplies need to be maintained at the facility, cleaning and disinfection provisions are in adequate quantities, and that staff are trained in the proper use and disposal of PPE and overall infection control. The facility has a plan in place which follows Community Care Licensing guidelines for when and how long to test staff and residents for COVID-19, when and how to isolate/quarantine residents, and when to schedule cleaning and disinfection times of high traffic and frequently touched areas. The facility maintains a plan to monitor resident(s) regularly for any changes in condition and to subsequently notify the resident(s) physician and to notify all emergency agencies in the event of any COVID-19 related and/or suspected illnesses. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, one (1) deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview to review this report was conducted and a copy of this report was provided.