Routine inspection·February 25, 2022

On 02/25/22 at 10:00 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Toan Luong conducted an unannounced One Year Infection Control Annual visit to the facility. LPA met with Administrator Miriam Santiago and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA was screened at the entrance, and LPA toured the residential care facility for the elderly. At 10:50 a.m., LPA discussed items in the Infection Control Module and noted that facility did not California Department of Social Services Provider Information Notices (CDSS PINs) available to residents. PINs were posted in the medication room. Administrator will post PINs in a location visible to residents and visitors at the bulletin board. LPA also noted that not all sinks had paper towels as residents have private rooms with their own personal towels. Administrator answered yes to all other questions in the Infection Control. Infection Control module was addressed with administrator to satisfaction. Between 11:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., LPA reviewed facility schedule and found 1 individual working at the facility without a Criminal Record Clearance. Individual was not present at the facility during the inspection. Administrator removed staff from the schedule. LPA issued citation under Title 22, Division 6 Chapter 8 Article 06. Background Check 87355 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: (1) Obtain a California clearance or a criminal record exemption as required by the Department. Deficiency issued on LIC 809D. A civil penalty was issued. LPA conducted exit interview with administrator and emailed a copy of today's report and appeal rights to the administrator.