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Inspection visit

Inspection

ROYAL VISTA CARE CENTERCMS #0551051 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 1 deficiency. The full statement and the facility’s plan of correction follow, verbatim from the federal record.

F 0921 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the facility exit doors and hallways were free from obstruction and clutter. This deficient practice had the potential to place residents and facility staff at risk for accidents, such as tripping and falling, and impede or hinder immediate evacuation from the facility in cases of emergency. Findings: During an observation of the facility on 3/13/2025 at 7:36 AM, one wheelchair was observed on the left side of the hallway and one wheelchair was observed on the right side of the hallway blocking the exit doors by rooms [ROOM NUMBERS]. During an observation of the facility on 3/13/2025 at 7:38 AM, one wheelchair was observed on the right side of the hallway blocking the exit doors by rooms [ROOM NUMBERS]. During an observation of the facility on 3/13/2025 at 7:40 AM, one wheelchair was observed on the left side of the wall and two soiled linen bins were observed on the right side of the wall blocking the exit doors by rooms [ROOM NUMBERS]. During an observation of the facility on 3/13/2025 at 7:42 AM, one wheelchair was observed placed on the left side of the wall and another wheelchair was placed on the right side of the wall in front of the exit doors. During an observation of the facility on 3/13/2025 at 7:44 AM, by the hallway before the back dining room, a bed was observed placed on the left side of the wall and a wheelchair, 2 drawer carts and a linen cart were observed placed on the right side of the wall blocking the exit doors. During a concurrent observation and interview on 3/13/2025 at 7:52 AM with the Interim Director of Nursing (IDON), the five exit doors with wheelchairs, bed, soiled linen bins, drawer carts and equipment were observed. The IDON stated that any object placed near the exit doors should be three feet (ft-a unit of length, equal to 12 inches) away from the exit doors so they remain unobstructed. The IDON stated if the exit doors were obstructed, residents and staff could not safely exit the facility. The IDON stated that only one side of the hallway should be used to place wheelchairs, carts, bins or any equipment. (continued on next page) Any deficiency statement ending with an asterisk (*) denotes a deficiency which the institution may be excused from correcting providing it is determined that other safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days following the date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14 days following the date these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued program participation. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE TITLE (X6) DATE FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Facility ID: If continuation sheet Page 1 of 2 Event ID: 055105 Printed: 05/15/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391 Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION 055105 B. Wing A. Building (X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 03/13/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE Royal Vista Care Center 909 W. Santa Anita Ave San Gabriel, CA 91776 For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0921 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some During an interview on 3/13/2025 at 11:53 AM with Certified Nurse Assistant 1 (CNA 1), CNA 1 stated staff should not leave any wheelchairs or carts by the exit doors and carts and wheelchairs should only be placed on one side of the hallway. CNA 1 stated the importance of placing the carts and wheelchairs on one side and not blocking or placing them by the exit door was for safety in cases of emergencies evacuation. CNA 1 stated residents and staff could not get out of the facility if exit doors were blocked and would be trapped inside the building. CNA 1 stated if wheelchairs, carts or other equipment were placed on each side of the hallways the hallways, the residents could also trip then fall and hurt themselves. During an interview on 3/13/2025 at 12:36 PM with the Director of Staff Development (DSD), the DSD stated all facility staff were responsible in ensuring the hallways leading to the emergency exit doors were clear for the safety of the residents. The DSD stated wheelchairs or carts should be stored inside the residents ' rooms or placed on one side of the hallway. During a concurrent interview and record review on 3/13/2025 at 1:25 PM with the Administrator (ADM), the Policy and Procedure (P&P) titled Emergency Job Tasks – Fire, updated 11/2024, was reviewed. The P&P indicated all staff, and other employees were to ensure hallways and exits are free from obstruction, including medical equipment. The P&P also indicated that Maintenance Personnel were to ensure exits have three feet of space from the exit door and ensure fire doors remain closed with only one side free from obstruction to egress (action of going out of or leaving a place). The ADM also stated there were still no red tape on the exit doors. The ADM stated it was very important to have the hallways and the exit doors clear of any obstruction to allow safe and fast evacuation of residents and staff in cases of emergencies. The ADM further stated that it was very important to have the hallways free of clutter to prevent accidents, slipping and falling. FORM CMS-2567 (02/99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID: Facility ID: 055105 If continuation sheet Page 2 of 2

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Citations

1 citation recorded*CMS

What do CMS severity letters mean?

Serious (G-L). Actual harm to a resident, or immediate jeopardy. Codes G through I indicate actual harm; J through L indicate immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.

General (A-F). No actual harm found, or harm that is minimal. The facility must still submit a Plan of Correction. Most CMS citations land here.

Each letter combines severity with scope: how many residents the deficiency affected.

  • 0921GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    F921 - Other Environmental Conditions

    Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the March 13, 2025 survey of ROYAL VISTA CARE CENTER?

This was a inspection survey of ROYAL VISTA CARE CENTER on March 13, 2025. The surveyor cited 1 deficiency, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at ROYAL VISTA CARE CENTER on March 13, 2025?

Yes, 1 deficiency was cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public."

What type of survey was this?

This was a inspection survey conducted by state surveyors under federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) oversight. Findings are published on CMS Care Compare.

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