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VARENITA OF SIMI VALLEYLicense 5676100071 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Martha Arroyo conducted a Case Management - Deficiencies visit in conjunction with a complaint visit (Complaint Control # 29-AS-20230801143754). The purpose of the visit is to issue a citation for a deficiency observed during the complaint investigation. During the complaint investigation of complaint # 29-AS-20230801143754, the following deficiency was observed: On 08/04/2023, records review revealed that Resident #1’s (R1’s) centrally stored medication and destruction record (CSMDR) is not being updated with medication expiration and start dates. Interview conducted with staff revealed the CSMDR’s are not being completely filled out for all residents’ centrally stored medication. Pursuant to CCR, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8, the following deficiencies are cited (Refer to LIC LIC9099-D). Failure to correct citations can result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. Citation issued. A copy of the Appeal Rights and Report was issued.

Citations

2 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.

  • 87465(h)(6)(AType B

    The licensee shall be responsible for assuring that a record of centrally storedprescription medications for each resident is maintained for at least one year...This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as R1’s centrally stored medication and destruction record is missing centrally stored medication expiration and start date, which poses a potential health and safety to residents in care.

  • 87303(a)(1)Type B

    Keep bath, laundry and kitchen floors clean

    Maintenance shall include provision of maintenance services and procedures for the safety and well-being of residents, employees and visitors.Floor surfaces… shall be maintained in a clean and odorless condition. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA observation during the facility walkthrough, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, as R1’s bedroom has a lingering smell of pet urine, which poses a potential health and safety risk to residents in care.

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Common questions about this visit

What happened during the August 14, 2023 inspection of VARENITA OF SIMI VALLEY?

This was an other inspection of VARENITA OF SIMI VALLEY on August 14, 2023. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to VARENITA OF SIMI VALLEY on August 14, 2023?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "The licensee shall be responsible for assuring that a record of centrally storedprescription medications for each reside..."

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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