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Inspection visit

Follow-up on corrections

FINEST LIVING AT CRESTWOODLicense 5658015412 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) JoAnn Rosales conducted a Case Management - Deficiencies visit at the facility. LPA met with Adelaida Cruz. During today's visit LPA toured the facility with staff Alex Garcia and reviewed resident records. During facility tour at 10:11 am LPA observed Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream, Hydrocortisone Cream, Desonide Cream in an unlocked case in resident #1 (R1's) room accessible to residents. Staff Garcia stated that they do not know the combination to the lock to lock it so they placed the items in a locked medication closet. During facility tour at 10:15 am with staff Garcia LPA observed wood glue in the dining room accessible to residents. Staff stated that the glue belongs to the contractor working on the kitchen remodel. During facility tour at 10:16 am with staff Garcia LPA observed melatonin, vitamin D3, vitamin C, calcium, vicks vapo rub, aspirin 81 mg, spironolactone 25 mg, amlodipine besylate, carvedilol 12.5 mg, atorvastatin calcium, zestril and nicotine transdermal system patch in an unlocked staff room accessible to residents. Staff stated that they left the door unlocked when they went to answer the front door when LPA arrived. During facility tour at 10:27 am with staff Garcia LPA observed antibiotic + Pain relief cream and alcohol prep pads in R2's room accessible to residents. 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, today's reports and appeal rights were reviewed and emailed to the Administrator.

Citations

6 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.

  • 87203Type A

    Maintain facilities for fire and panic safety

    87203 Fire Safety. All facilities shall be maintained in conformity with the regulations adopted by the State Fire Marshal for the protection of life and property against fire and panic.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA's observations, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as smoke detector in R1's room was inoperable which poses an immediate safety risk to persons in care.

  • 87303(a)Type B

    Maintain facility in clean, safe, sanitary condition

    87303 Maintenance and Operation. (a) The facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times. Maintenance shall include provision of maintenance services and procedures for the safety and well-being of residents, employees and visitors.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA’s observations, the licensee failed to ensure that staff were emptying R3's commode chair frequently to avoid urine smell which poses a potential personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87305(a)Type B

    Requirement for building permit before construction

    Alterations to Existing Building or New Facilities. Prior to construction or alterations, all facilities shall obtain a building permit.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA's observations, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as the kitchen cabinets and appliances were all removed from the kitchen which poses a potential safety and personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 87555(b)(15)Type B

    87555 General Food Service Requirements(b)(15) All persons engaged in food preparation and service shall observe personal hygiene and food services sanitation practices which protect the food from contamination.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA’s observations, the licensee failed to ensure that staff were preparing food inside the facility which poses a potential health risk to persons in care.

  • Store centrally held medications in locked secure place

    87465 Incidental Medical and Dental Care Services (h)(2) Centrally stored medicines shall be kept in a safe and locked place that is not accessible to persons other than employees responsible for the supervision of the centrally stored medication.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA's observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as staff and resident medications were accessible to residents which posed an immediate health risk to persons in care.

  • Fire approval and staff access to unlock systems

    87705 Care of Persons with Dementia(f)(2) The following shall be stored inaccessible to residents with dementia: Over-the-counter medication, nutritional supplements or vitamins, alcohol, cigarettes, and toxic substances such as certain plants, gardening supplies, cleaning supplies and disinfectants.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA's observations and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as over the counter medication, nutritional supplements, vitamins, alcohol and toxic substances were observed accessible to residents which posed an immediate health risk to persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the October 12, 2021 inspection of FINEST LIVING AT CRESTWOOD?

This was an other inspection of FINEST LIVING AT CRESTWOOD on October 12, 2021. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to FINEST LIVING AT CRESTWOOD on October 12, 2021?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (2 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "87203 Fire Safety. All facilities shall be maintained in conformity with the regulations adopted by the State Fire Mars..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was an other inspection. other inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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