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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

EDELWEISS HOMELicense 4258019891 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kristin Kontilis conducted an unannounced on-site one-year Infection Control Inspection and Annual visit to the above-named facility. LPA arrived at 11:55 am and was greeted Co-Administrator Andre Hug. Administrator Mildred Hug arrived at approximately 12:20 pm. At the time of arrival, there were four (4) residents in care and two (2) staff on duty. A Mitigation Plan has been submitted to CCLD. LPA explained the purpose of the visit. The facility is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) and is home to non-ambulatory residents with a Dementia diagnosis and a Hospice Waiver for four residents. Currently, there are two (2) residents on hospice. Entrance interview conducted: A tour of the physical environment and accommodations were assessed, and the following was noted: LPA observed the required posting of the complaint poster, bill of rights and Resident’s Rights. LPA inspected the one-story facility for fire safety, personal accommodations, and food service. The facility maintains a comfortable room temperature. The physical environment was checked for cleanliness and condition. Walls, windows, ceilings, doors, floors and floor coverings were checked. There are two fire extinguishers on the premises last serviced on 3/7/2021. There is a total of 8 dual carbon monoxide detector/smoke alarms throughout the facility all in good working order. The kitchen is equipped with a stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, coffee pot, and a toaster. Snacks and beverages are readily available for residents in care. LPA observed enough perishables for two days and non-perishables for seven days. LPA observed the kitchen area and dining areas to be clean. Cleaning agents and the toxic chemicals are kept in locked supply cabinet in the garage. Medications and First Aid kit are kept in a locked cabinet in the kitchen area. There are three private bedrooms and one shared bedroom. All bedrooms are adequately furnished with a bed, nightstand, overhead and/or table lamps. There are two bathrooms off the hallway available to residents in care. Both of the bathrooms have non-skid flooring and grab bars for safety. Please continue to 809-C, Pg 2 If any suspected or confirmed cases of Covid-19 are found in the facility a staff will be assigned to only work with those quarantined/isolated individuals and will not work with other negative individuals until cleared by Health Department. Staff will use full PPE with N95 masks and face shields when dealing with any pending or confirmed cases of COVID-19. Precautionary Droplet signs will be posted on any room with quarantine or isolated individuals. PPE supplies will be located immediately outside those rooms when required. Facility has a 30-day supply of PPE on hand. Facility has plans for delivering medications and meals to any quarantined/isolation resident room. The facility has proper cleaning and disinfectant sprays. Facility Administrator has a plan in place for when and whom to notify in an outbreak or other emergencies. Administrator will keep a line list of all vaccinated and tested staff/residents in care with dates/results. Facility has conducted training on infection prevention, symptoms, transmission and PPE use. Facility has non-punitive sick leave polices for staff. Staff who have a respiratory illness are requested to stay home and not report to work. Activities have been modified to individuals or small groups with social distancing. Residents' medication is delivered in 30-day supplies to the facility. The facility ensures proper cleaning is done on frequently touched surfaces and between any individuals sharing of space or items. Sinks were well stocked with soap, paper towels and hand washing signs. Staff and resident records are kept in the locked staff office. Facility observes 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 Certificate is valid. Pursuant to Title 22, California Code of Regulations, the following deficiencies are cited (refer to LIC 809-D). Exit interview conducted. Copy of report and appeal rights issued via email.

Citations

1 citation 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.

  • 87202(a)Type A

    Maintain fire clearance before retaining specified persons

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as the fire extinguishers did not have current or verifiable proof of last service or proof of purchase, which poses a potential health and safety risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the December 7, 2022 inspection of EDELWEISS HOME?

This was an inspection of EDELWEISS HOME on December 7, 2022. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to EDELWEISS HOME on December 7, 2022?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as the fire extinguishers did not have cu..."

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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