Routine inspection·January 23, 2024

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Martha Arroyo and Brian Balisi arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required annual visit at 9:30 a.m. Upon arrival, the LPAs were greeted by the front desk receptionist.  The Executive Director (ED) Remon Pagels, met with LPAs shortly after and LPAs explained the reason for the visit. The LPAs toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. The following was noted: At approx. 9:50 a.m. ,the LPAs observed three (3) random resident bedrooms in memory care and seven (7) random resident bedrooms in assisted living.  All resident bedrooms were furnished appropriately with linens, appropriate furnishings, and sufficient lighting. The LPAs observed a sufficient supply of towels and linens. The LPAs observed ten (10) random resident restrooms during the inspection. All resident restrooms appeared clean and sanitary and in operating condition with grab bars and non-skid surfaces. The bathrooms were sufficiently stocked with supplies and paper towels. In memory care, the hot water temperature was measured at 124 degrees Fahrenheit in two (2) vacant rooms, a technical-violation was issued. Staff made adjustments during the visit and temperature was measured at 113 degrees Fahrenheit.  In Assisted living, the hot water temperature was measured in seven (7) random assisted living bathrooms between 10:20 a.m. and 10:55 a.m., the temperature measured between 112.5 – 115 degrees Fahrenheit. At approximately 10:20 a.m., the LPAs observed the emergency food supply, to be sufficient and properly stored in a storage room on the 2nd floor. Continued on 809 Continued from 809 At the time of the visit, furniture in the common areas were observed to be in good condition. The facility maintained a comfortable temperature. Smoke detector(s) and carbon monoxide detector were tested and operational at the time of the visit. The fire extinguishers were fully charged and were last serviced 07/18/2023. The LPAs observed required postings throughout the common space.  The LPAs observed the stairwells and they each had an emergency evacuation chair. Activity Rooms were observed and clean at the time of visit.  The last fire inspection was completed on 06/28/2023 and was found to be in compliance with Fire Code Regulations at the time of inspection.  Fire and earthquake drills conducted within the last 6 months as per regulation; the last one conducted 01/18/2024. The LPAs inspected the kitchen/food service area at 10:55 a.m. Knives are stored and inaccessible to residents. Kitchen appliances were in operable condition. The facility has a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food. Refrigerator and food pantry were checked for proper labels and expiration dates and food labels had expiration date clearly marked. At approx. 11am. LPA’s reviewed Personnel  Records and Resident Records. Seven  (7) personnel files and the current Executive Director’s file were reviewed for, but not limited to: personnel records, health assessments, criminal record clearances, first aid/CPR training, and the appropriate training. All records were in order. Seven  (7) resident files were reviewed for, but not limited to, the following: signed admission agreements, current medical assessments with TB results, LIC627(c) Consent for Treatment form, and current needs and services plan. All records were in order. Medications review began at approximately 01:00 p.m. The medications are centrally stored in the medication room on the second floor. All medications including PRNs were labeled, stored, and locked inaccessible to residents in care. PRNs have physicians order on file. Medications are labeled and checked for expiration dates. Medications are properly documented on the centrally stored medications and destruction record. No errors observed during medications review. Continued on 809-C Continued from 809-C LPAs conducted interviews with six (6) staff and five (5) residents during the inspection. Infection control: Upon entry, the facility has a central entry point for symptom screening, temperature checks, and sanitation station. At this time, the staff will continue to keep up signs that promotes good hand hygiene. The facility has an adequate supply of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), and the facility is able to obtain additional supplies as needed. The facility’s cleaning protocol is sufficient. If needed, the facility has the capacity to designate a single isolation room if the facility has a confirmed case of an infectious disease. The facility’s policies and procedures as it pertains to infection control are adequate at this time. Exit interview conducted and copy of report issued.