Routine inspection·August 13, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Miller arrived at 9:15 am and made an unannounced 1-year required annual visit to the facility above. LPA met with Claire Aviado, administrator and Lorie Valadez, licensee and explained the purpose of the visit. A tour of the inside and outside of the facility was conducted. The following was inspected and noted during the annual visit: Infection Control: The facility has a current Infection Control Plan. The facility has a sign in and out binder for visitors with hand sanitizer located in dining room area. The bathrooms have toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap, and all disinfectants sprays and cleaners were locked under bathroom sink. The facility has at least a 30-day supply of PPE. Quarantined or isolated individuals will have meals and medication delivered to rooms. Staff are trained on infection control and the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Physical Plant & Environment Safety: The fire extinguishers were last charged and inspected on 2/5/24 The facility has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms currently occupying 5 residents. LPA was authorized to enter and inspect facility. The facility has smoke and carbon monoxide detectors that were tested. The lighting and lamps are sufficient for the use of the facility and for resident comfort. Toilet, hand washing and bathing facilities are operational and secured grab bars are present. The showers have non-skid mats. The pathways are clear of any obstructions. Facility is well lit inside and outside for safety. Disinfectant and cleaning solutions are inaccessible to residents in care and are locked in a cupboard in the garage. The facility has sufficient space inside and outside for activities and visiting. The facility has a fenced backyard for client use with plenty of shade. The facility has telephone and internet service for resident use. Continued 809-C Operational Requirements: The facility has a current plan of operation on file with the department. The facility has current liability insurance that expires on 9/11/24. The facility is operating in compliance with the granted fire clearance. The facility is approved for a capacity of 6. The fire clearance is granted for 2 bedridden residents. A hospice waiver is approved for 2 residents. The facility currently has 4 non-Ambulatory residents and 1 ambulatory resident. 1 resident is on hospice. Staffing: The facility currently employs 5 full time caregivers, and 3 administrators. Staff records are kept confidential. Files reviewed had current 1st Aid/CPR, Personnel Records/Application, Health screening with TB results, Criminal Record statements, and Fingerprint clearance/Associations/exemptions. Administrator file was reviewed for Continuing Education requirements and Administrator Certificate expires 9/12/24. Personnel Records & Training: The facility keeps confidential files for each staff member. Staff have annual training completed for various subjects/topics and hours for 2024. Resident Records & Incident Reports: The facility keeps separate files on each resident confidentially. Facility does submit incident reports to the department when required. LPA reviewed 5 resident files for signed Admission Agreements, Personal Rights, Safeguard for property and valuables, Physicians reports, Pre-appraisals, Appraisals Needs and Services Plan, Emergency and ID forms, all forms were legible, and records are kept confidential. Food Service: The facility handles and prepares food safely. The facility has 2-day perishables and 7 day non-perishables to meet the food service requirement. The freezer is kept at 0 degrees and the refrigeration is kept at 40 degrees or lower. All food is covered, stored, and marked appropriately. Cleaning solutions and equipment are stored separately from food supplies. Continued 809-C Incidental Medical Services: Facility provides transportation or assists in providing transportation to medical and dental appointments when needed. The facility uses the Medication Administration Record (MAR) along with the Centrally Stored Medication and Destruct Records (CSMDR). LPA reviewed residents’ medications, no labels were altered, no medications were expired, and all medications were kept in their original containers. Disaster Preparedness: The current emergency disaster forms were posted. The facility last conducted a quarterly disaster drill 4/17/2024. Emergency exits and telephone numbers were posted. A set of keys is available for staff on all shifts to access full facility in an emergency. Residents with Special Health Needs: The facility does accept dementia residents in care. The facility does not have delayed egress, locked doors or gates. Exit door alarms are working. Exit interview conducted and copy of report printed for Administrator.