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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

COUNTRY PALMS CARE HOMELicense 3970029832 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Albert Johnson arrived unannounced to conduct an annual inspection. LPA inspected the physical plant including but not limited to the kitchen, dining room, resident bedrooms; resident bathrooms, laundry room, activity room, and outside courtyards. LPA observed sufficient furniture and lighting throughout the facility. LPA observed sufficient seven day non-perishable and two day perishable food supplies. Hot water temperature was measured at 122.9 degrees Fahrenheit in resident bathroom sink, which is not within the required range of 105 to 120 degrees. Fire extinguishers and carbon monoxide detectors are operational. LPA observed centrally stored medications are kept locked, however the hinges need to be replaced. (Advisory given) LPA reviewed and compared resident medication vs. resident medication logs. The facility used the wrong date packet of medication. The date of the packet started was 10/27/2024. The facility has the right dated medication for the week however, they used the wrong one. The medication are the same, but the start dates are wrong. (Advisory given) LPA reviewed 4 resident and 2 staff files, including criminal record clearances. During the file review LPA observed during the staff file review an expired first aid/CPR card for S1 and an expired ID for S1 as well. All staff are fingerprinted and cleared. First aid kit was checked and is complete. Deficiencies were cited pursuant to Title 22 rules and regulations, Health and Safety Codes. Exit interview conducted

Citations

2 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.

  • 87303(e)(2)Type A

    (e) Water supplies and plumbing fixtures shall be maintained as follows: (2) Faucets used by residents for personal care such as shaving and grooming shall deliver hot water. Hot water temperature controls shall be maintained to automatically regulate the temperature of hot water used by residents to attain a temperature of not less than 105 degree F (41 degrees C) and not more than 120 degree F (49 degrees C).This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LP'As testing of water temperatures in residents bathroom, LPA recorded temperatures of 122.5 degrees respectively the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in as the water temperature was not inside the approved approved varience of 105 to 120 degrees F which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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  • 87411(c)(1)Type B

    (c) All RCFE staff who assist residents with personal activities of daily living shall receive initial and annual training as specified in Health and Safety Code sections 1569.625 and 1569.69 Staff providing care shall receive appropriate training in first aid from persons qualified by such agencies as the American Red Cross. This requirement is not met as evidenced by record review S1 has an expired first aid/CPR card. This poses a potential risk to residents in care.

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What happened during the October 24, 2024 inspection of COUNTRY PALMS CARE HOME?

This was a inspection inspection of COUNTRY PALMS CARE HOME on October 24, 2024. 2 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to COUNTRY PALMS CARE HOME on October 24, 2024?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (1 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "(e) Water supplies and plumbing fixtures shall be maintained as follows: (2) Faucets used by residents for personal car..."

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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