| Staff do not ensure that facility is clean. – SUBSTANTIATED
It was alleged that the floors are dirty, the dining area had food on the floors and was very messy, a resident’s room was cluttered, had dirty floors, garbage can was full, bed was not made.
During a visit to the facility on 08/26/2024 LPA observed Resident 1's (R1) room was slightly cluttered but was not dirty. LPA observed the shower floor was very dirty. The trash can in the bathroom was not overflowing but did need to be emptied. In the upper dining room LPA observed that the floor had been swept, appeared to be clean yet dark and worn with normal wear and tear. However, LPA did observe significant dirt and grime on the floor next to the double doors.
LPA reviewed documents for three residents. The housekeeping weekly assignment sheet states that rooms 8B and 9B are cleaned every Tuesday, and room 17A is cleaned every Wednesday.
LPA reviewed housekeeping time sheets which show that there is one full time housekeeping staff. This staff person works 8-hour shift during the day, five days per week. On 08/14/2024 the facility hired a new housekeeper to replace the previous housekeeper.
Staff interviews revealed that staff sweep the floor, wipe tables, counters, and chairs after all residents have had their dinner. Resident room floors are mopped twice a week or as needed. Resident trash cans are emptied each shift.
Administrator stated We have the deep clean schedule (for each resident room) once a week. Light cleaning is completed by care staff who pick up newspapers, make beds. Staff tries to de-clutter the resident rooms but they have a delicate balance, resident rights, some love clutter. Trash cans are emptied every shift. Resident showers are cleaned weekly according to the house keeping schedule.
Based on LPA observation this allegation is substantiated. This allegation will be included in the physical plant citation.
Based on interviews and evidence obtained during the investigation, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore, the above allegations are found to be SUBSTANTIATED. California Code of Regulations, (Title 22), is being cited on the attached LIC9099D. Appeal rights were provided. Exit interview conducted and a copy of the report was provided to administrator Stacey Baxter.
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