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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

VALLE VERDELicense 4217004112 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA's) Kontilis, Olson, and Cortez conducted an unannounced infection control annual inspection. LPA's were greeted by Concierge around 11:18 and Administrator around 11:30 AM. Currently, there are 369 residents living within the community. There are 327 residents residing in Residential Living, 26 residents residing in Quail Lodge, the Assisted Living area of the community, and 16 residents residing in The Grove, the memory care unit of the community. LPA's reviewed staff roster from 11:40 AM to 1:10 pm LPA's Olson and Cortez took a physical plant tour of the facility with Assisted Living and Memory support Manager from 1:30 to 3pm. This facility consists of Independent Living section, Quail Lodge Resident, and The Grove Memory Care. Medications are kept in a locked medication room. Main kitchen, dining rooms, various activity rooms were toured. The facility has a swimming pool. Swimming pool is secured. The kitchen was inspected for cleanliness and sanitary condition. The facility has multiple areas spaced to accommodate as much space as possible for social distancing. The staff screen residents for symptoms and temperature at least once a day and documentation is kept on file. Increased monitoring is conducted if any change of condition are noted or any residents are showing any signs, symptoms or a temperature. Signs are posted on the front door, entry area regarding Covid-19. Continued on 9099-C Staff makes sure residents have a mask when leaving the facility on outings into the community. All staff wear face coverings in the facility and when on outings with residents. Facility have areas for visiting inside and outside. The facility also offers virtual and telephone communications to all residents in care. Staff, Residents and visitors are informed of the facilities infection control policies. New residents and staff will be tested and negative results received before working or residing in the facility. The facility has procedures and plans for screening, isolation, testing, when to call 911 and notifying all responsible parties and agencies when needed. Administrator is in charge of infection control and provides training and education to staff, residents and visitors. Staff will use full PPE with N95 masks and face shields when dealing with any pending or confirmed cases of Covid-19. Facility has plans for delivering medications and meals to any quarantined/isolation resident rooms. Facility Administrator has a plan in place for when and whom to notify in an outbreak or other emergencies.Sinks were well stocked with soap, paper towels and hand washing signs. Staff and resident records are kept in locked offices. Facility does realize guidance changes and the most up to date guidance from CCL-PINS, CDC, CDPH, and local health departments should be followed to remain in compliance. The most stringent orders should be followed by any of these agencies. Administrator Certificates are valid. Fire extinguishers were charged and inspected annually. The facility has hardwired smoke detectors thorough the facility. At approximately 11:40 am, LPAs reviewed Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, Licensing Information System (LIS), Facility Personnel and facility staff roster and determined there are 3 staff members currently working in the facility and have not been associated to the facility prior to their employment. Additionally, one staff member has not received a criminal background and/or fingerprint clearance. Pursuant to Title 22 Division 6 Chapter 8 of the CA Code of Regulations, the following deficiencies were cited (refer to LIC 809-D), Exit interview conducted. Report, Civil penalties and Appeal Rights issued via email.

Citations

3 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.

  • Submit and maintain current mailing address

    This is an ammended report due to a computer errorBased on record review and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as one (1) facility staff did not receive a fingerprint clearance and/or background check prior to working in the facility which poses an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care.

  • Obtain required California clearance or exemption

    Based on record review and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as three (3) facility staff were not associated to work in the facility prior to working in the facility which poses an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care.

  • Right to sufficient care and qualified staff

    87468.2(a)(4) PERSONAL RIGHTS …Residents in privately operated residential care facilities for the elderly shall have all of the following personal rights: To care, supervision, and services that meet their individual needs and are delivered by staff that are sufficient in numbers, qualifications, and competency to meet their needs. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on record review and interview, the licensee did not comply with the above cited section when R1 eloped from the facility sustaining a fall and injury which posed an immediate health and safety risk to residents in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the September 20, 2022 inspection of VALLE VERDE?

This was an inspection of VALLE VERDE on September 20, 2022. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to VALLE VERDE on September 20, 2022?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (2 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "This is an ammended report due to a computer errorBased on record review and interview, the licensee did not comply with..."

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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