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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

ELLE'S CARE HOMELicense 4156006612 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On March 15, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Komal Charitra conducted an unannounced annual inspection. LPA met with Caregiver, Arsenia Villadarez and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA toured the facility inside and outside including all of resident rooms, common areas & kitchen. The indoor and outdoor passageways were free of obstruction. No accessible bodies of water of fire safety hazards observed. Extra linen was observed. LPA toured four resident rooms; two of which are shared rooms and two are observed to be private resident rooms. All resident rooms were observed with all required furniture. LPA observed two full bathrooms. Bathrooms were observed clean and odor-free; equipped with liquid soap, paper-towels, and non-skid mats. LPA observed staff room located next to the bathroom. Extra linen supply was observed. First aid kit was present and complete. Living room and dining room was observed to be free from tripping hazards. A comfortable temperature is maintained and lighting is sufficient for comfort. Hot water throughout the facility measured at 115 degrees F throughout the facility. Sharps, toxins and medication were locked and inaccessible to residents. Carbon monoxide monitors are working properly. All fire extinguishers have been checked and current as of November 2023. LPA observed 2 days for perishables and 7 days non-perishables. Emergency drills are logged and done every four months. LPA reviewed 3 resident records and 3 staff records. Resident records are updated, complete and signed, however during record review and tour, LPA observed that one resident (R1) has a foley catheter, however an exception was not approved by CCL. In addition, although LPA observed home health documents and doctor's discharge documents, LPA did not observe a service plan to show what home health is responsible for and what the facility staff will be responsible for. Staff records are complete, with training logs that have met the basic requirement. Medication review was done, and all medications are accounted for, and centrally stored medication records are updated. Deficiencies of the California Code of Regulations, Title, 22 cited on the LIC809-D. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in additional civil penalties. Report is reviewed with Caregiver and a copy is provided with appeal rights.

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.

  • Agree in writing on agency and facility responsibilities

    Based on file reviewed, LPA did not observe a service plan to care for R1's foley catheter or any document in writing for R1 to indicate what home health agency is responsible for and what the Licensee/caregivers are responsible for.

  • 87616(a)Type B

    Written exception request for prohibited conditions

    Based on file reviewed, R1 does not have an exception to retain resident that has a restricted health condition. Based on file reviewed and observations, R1 has a foley catheter.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the March 15, 2024 inspection of ELLE'S CARE HOME?

This was an inspection of ELLE'S CARE HOME on March 15, 2024. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to ELLE'S CARE HOME on March 15, 2024?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on file reviewed, LPA did not observe a service plan to care for R1's foley catheter or any document in writing fo..."

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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