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Inspection visit

complaint

DESERT HILLS MEMORY CARE CENTERLicense 3318807221 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jesse Gardner arrived at the facility in order to initiate a complaint investigation into the above allegation. LPA met with Executive Director, Chantelle Hudson. LPA identified himself and discussed the purpose of the visit with Hudson. The investigation consisted of interviews with staff, and a records review. Through the investigation, LPA learned that staff one (S1) had worked at the facility since 10/20/2020, but was terminated 12/14/2021. S1 had not obtained a background clearance the entirety of their employment. This allegation was deemed to be SUBSTANTIATED. A finding that the complaint is SUBSTANTIATED means that the allegation is valid because the preponderance of the evidence standard has been met. The facility was cited civil penalties per Title 22 division 6 chapter 8 section 87355(e) Criminal Record Clearance. The citation was noted on LIC9099-D, and produced on LIC421BG. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was given to Ms. Hudson along with copies of the aforementioned forms.

Citations

1 citation 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.

  • 87355(e)Type A

    87355 Criminal Record Clearance(e) All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1569.17(b) shall prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Licensee did not ensure S1 obtained a criminal record clearance prior to beginning working at facility. Based on record review and interview, S1 had been working at the facility since 10/20/2020. This poses an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care.

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What happened during the January 3, 2022 inspection of DESERT HILLS MEMORY CARE CENTER?

This was a complaint inspection of DESERT HILLS MEMORY CARE CENTER on January 3, 2022. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to DESERT HILLS MEMORY CARE CENTER on January 3, 2022?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "87355 Criminal Record Clearance(e) All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Cod..."

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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