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Inspection visit

Follow-up on corrections

STA. RITA'S SENIOR CARELicense 3470030072 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 11/6/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Cynthia Tamayo visited the facility unannounced to conduct a case management visit- deficiencies. LPA Tamayo met with care staff Joel Cruz (S2), and explained the purpose of the visit. S2 called facility administrator, Rita flowers (S1) via phone call, S1 stated they are in the Philippines and will return 11/10/25. The most current LIC 308 lists two staff whom are no longer working at the facility, S1 stated the visit may be conducted with S2. The current census for today was four. There were currently two staff present. The facility is licensed to serve five (5) non-ambulatory residents age ranges 60 years old and above. Five (5) non-ambulatory may only occupy bedroom #1-5. Hospice waiver approved for three (3) residents. The purpose of this visit is to follow up on deficiency observed on 9/18/25, in which staff were signing off medication on the Medication Administration Records (MARs) in advance of actual administration for all residents. LPA observed the all medications listed on the MARS sheet for R1 was signed off from 9/1/2025 - 9/18/2025, even though R1 moved out on 9/5/2025. S2 admitted to signing off medication records in advance, which constitutes a deficiency per California Code of Regulations, TITLE 22. LPA was reviewing resident records in which it was found that LIC 602 Physicians report for R4, indicated they are bedridden. S1 and S2 stated R4 can turn on their own and a request for an updated LIC 602 will be requested on this day. CONTINUED ON 809-C LPA observed R4 was laying down in their bed and they were able to reposition on their own but needed assistance to transferring onto a wheel chair. LPA reviewed bedridden and fire clearance regulations with S1 and S2, S1 stated an updated LIC 602 will be requested today. Additional Technical Violations were provided along with resources from Technical Assistance Program (TSP) including "Hospice" and "Pressure Wounds" guides. As a result of this case management visit, the facility is not in compliance with Title 22 Regulation, and the deficiency can be found on the LIC 809-D page. An exit interview was conducted with S2 and a copy of these LIC 809 reports, LIC 809-D page, and Appeals rights were provided to the facility.

Citations

6 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.

  • 87211(a)(1)(D)Type B

    87211 Reporting Requirements (a) Each licensee ... (1) A written report shall be submitted to the licensing agency and to the person responsible....(D) Any incident which threatens the welfare, safety or health of any resident ... This requirement was not met as evidenced by staff not reporting when R1 had a wound to authorized representatives, this poses an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care.

  • 87464(c)Type A

    87464 Basic Services (c)... basic services are desired and/or needed ... provided for, each resident...This requirement was not met as evidenced by records review and interviews. Based on records review and interviews, staff used two diapers on R1 instead of doing more frequent changing. "Double diapering" is a practice that can cause pressure injuries. Staff was told to discontinued double diapering but still continued to do so on more than one occasion. This poses an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care.

  • Arrange appropriate medical and dental care

    87465 Incidental Medical and Dental Care (a) A plan for incidental medical .... routine medical ... care ...(1) ...l arrange, or assist in arranging, for medical ... care appropriate to the conditions and needs of residents. This requirement was not met as evidenced by record review and interviews that corroborate staff did not implement preventative measures or follow care instructions provided by Hospice staff, which resulted in the resident developing pressure injuries while in care. This poses a potential or immediate health risk to residents in care.

  • Safe, healthful, comfortable accommodations

    87468.1 Personal Rights of Residents in All Facilities (a) Residents in all residential care facilities for the elderly shall have all of the following personal rights: (2) To be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment. This requirement was not met as evidenced by record review and interviews confirming resident 1 (R1) developed bruises and skin tears however Facility staff was unable to provide an explanation or documentation of all incidents; It was the hospice company who was mostly communicating incidents to responsible persons. Additionally, staff did not ensure all of R1's personal belongings were transferred to the facility upon relocation on 9/5/25. This poses a potential or immediate health risk to residents in care.

  • 87405(a)Type B

    Certified administrator requirements and substitute coverage

    87405 Administrator - Qualifications and Duties (a) .... When the administrator is not in the facility, there shall be coverage by a designated substitute who shall have qualifications adequate to be responsible and accountable for management and administration of the facility... This requirement was not met as evidenced by LIC 308 listing two individuals whom are no longer staff at the facility. S1 and S2 stated administrator was out of the country during this visit but available to staff via phone call for any staff or resdeint needs.

  • Record dose details and resident medication response

    87465 Incidental Medical and Dental Care (d)... for a prescription or nonprescription PRN medication. .. facility staff designated by the licensee, shall ... assist the resident with self-administration ...(3) The date and time ... medication was taken, the dosage taken, and the resident's response shall be documented and maintained in the This requirement was not met as evidenced by records review and interviews: review of medication administration record (MAR) dated September 2025 revealed that staff signed for medications as given prior to the actual administration. Additionally, S2 did not complete the MAR on 11/6/25 immediately after administering the medications to residents in care. Interview with staff confirmed that they pre-sign MARs to "save time". The practice constitute inaccurate medication documentation and fails to ensure that medication records reflect the actual time and date of administration, as required by Title 22. This poses an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care, as medications may be missed, duplicated, or administered incorrectly

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FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the November 6, 2025 inspection of STA. RITA'S SENIOR CARE?

This was an other inspection of STA. RITA'S SENIOR CARE on November 6, 2025. 2 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to STA. RITA'S SENIOR CARE on November 6, 2025?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (1 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "87211 Reporting Requirements (a) Each licensee ... (1) A written report shall be submitted to the licensing agency and t..."

What type of inspection was this?

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

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