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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

EAST WEST CARE REDWOOD CITY IILicense 4152018492 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On this day Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jaime Vado conducted an unannounced infection control annual inspection visit. LPA met with facility caregiver Emma Advincula and let her know the purpose of today's visit. Upon entry LPA had temperature taken but not asked COVID symptoms questions. LPA did observe no staff wearing masks upon entry. Masks were later worn by staff during the inspection. LPA later met with the licensee Cynthia Advincula who arrived during the inspection. LPA toured the physical plant inside and out. There are no accessible bodies of water or fire safety hazards observed. COVID postings are not present on the front door or inside the facility. Hand washing signs are observed in resident bathrooms. Hand sanitizer is observed as available near the front door of the facility. Facility ambient temperature is warm and comfortable, and lighting is sufficient for residents and staff safety. Medications and knives are observed as locked and not accessible to residents. First aid kit is observed as complete. Toilet and bathing facilities are equipped with grab bars and non-slip mats. Liquid soap is available. Paper towels are present for resident use. Water temperature is taken in a common resident bathroom at 120F. Laundry machines and dryers are functioning. Emergency food supply, dry goods, and perishables are observed as in place. Fire extinguisher located in dining room/kitchen are is observed as inspected on 2/15/2022. Appears to be charged and ready for use. Infection control practices are reviewed: entry procedures, staff training and policies, resident monitoring, containment strategies, environmental preparation and cleaning. PPE supply is observed as in place. Medications, toxins are stored appropriately and inaccessible to clients. LPA reviewed training record. Resident temperature logs and staff logs are current. All staff are vaccinated and boosted. Residents are vaccinated and boosted. Facility PPE supplies are observed as in place. A disaster and mass casualty plan is present and current. Criminal record clearances or exemptions for facility staff or other individuals who have client contact have been reviewed. LPA identified two staff, S1 and S2, that are not associated. Administrator certificate is viewed as current expiring 10/05/2023. LIC808 is discussed and is not current LPA is requesting updated LIC808 to be sent to licensing by 08/12/2022 LPA is requesting the following updated forms to be received by 08/12/2022 : • Copy of administrator Certificate • LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility • LIC 500 Personnel Report • LIC 610E Civil penalty is being assessed today at $100 x 2 (two staff not associated) = $200 Report is reviewed with administrator. Deficiencies cited on the following 809D.

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.

  • 87307(a)Type B

    Living accommodations aligned with facility function

    Personal Accommodations and Services - (a) Living accommodations and grounds shall be related to the facility's function. The facility shall be large enough to provide comfortable living accommodations and privacy for the residents, staff, and others who may reside in the facility. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: LPA observed two staff sleeping on living room couches before entering facility. During the inspection LPA observed the staff removing their beddings from two living room couches.

  • Obtain required California clearance or exemption

    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: (2) Request a transfer of a criminal record clearance as specified in Section 87355(c) This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on records review, licensee failed to request a transfer of criminal record clearance for S1 and S2 which poses an immediate health and safety risk to clients in care. It is confirmed that S1 and S2 are not associated to the facility on this day 8/8/2022.

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What happened during the August 8, 2022 inspection of EAST WEST CARE REDWOOD CITY II?

This was an inspection of EAST WEST CARE REDWOOD CITY II on August 8, 2022. 2 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to EAST WEST CARE REDWOOD CITY II on August 8, 2022?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (1 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Personal Accommodations and Services - (a) Living accommodations and grounds shall be related to the facility's function..."

What type of inspection was this?

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

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