complaint·May 29, 2025

Continued from LIC 9099 On the allegation: “ Staff are engaging in behaviors that put the residents’ health and safety at risk" The RP expressed concern that three (3) caregivers and one (1) Med-Tech were observed consuming alcohol while on duty inside the staff lunchroom. LPA Conway conducted interviews with Reporting Parties (RP) as well as additional staff members who were not involved in the incident. All interviewed parties were able to identify the same three (3) caregivers and one (1) Med-Tech as those involved in the alleged misconduct. The LPA also interviewed the facility ED, who confirmed that progressive disciplinary actions were issued to the three (3) caregivers and one (1) Med-Tech on 01/27/2025. The individuals who received disciplinary action were the same individuals identified by RP and other staff during interviews. Documentation provided by the ED confirms that these staff members violated AASTA's policy 8.6 (Drug and Alcohol Use) by being under the influence of alcohol while on duty and on AASTA's property. Additionally, the LPA obtained video evidence clearly showing all staff members involved in the incident consuming alcoholic beverages, with visible cans present during the recording. Based on information and the evidence gathered during the course of the investigation, there is sufficient evidence to determine that staff were dinking alcohol while on duty. Therefore, the above allegation “Staff are engaging in behaviors that put the residents’ health and safety at risk” is deemed SUBSTANTIATED at this time. Pursuant to Title 22, California Code of Regulations and/or CA Health and Safety Code, the following deficiencies were cited (refer to LIC 9099-D.) Administrator was informed that failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted, appeal rights discussed, and a copy of this report and appeal rights were provided.