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25 | On 08/08/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ernand Dabuet conducted an unannounced annual required visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA met with house manager Elmer Carlos. LPA explained the purpose of today’s visit. Carlos contacted the administrator Antonia Dionisio who later was present during the visit. The facility is licensed to operate for (6) non-ambulatory of which (2) maybe bedridden elderly adults ages 60 and above. Currently, the facility has (1) hospice resident in care. The facility is approved for (1) hospice resident.
The facility is a single-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of the following: (5) residents' rooms, (2) bathrooms, (1) staff bedroom, (1) staff bathroom, a living area, a dining area, a kitchen, and a garage used for storage.
LPA toured the physical plant. There were no bodies of water on the premises. All rooms were inspected. Beds and bedding supplies were in operational condition, lighting was provided, and storage for the resident's personal belongings was observed. Bed linens, comforters, and bath towels were available during the visit. Bathrooms were operational with water temperature measured at 107.8 degrees F. A comfortable temperature of 78 degrees F. was maintained in the facility.
LPA observed the facility to be furnished at the time of the visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene and sharps objects were stored and not accessible to residents. The kitchen was inspected, and sufficient perishable and non-perishable food was maintained adequately. A fire extinguisher was charged. The facility has conducted emergency fire drills on a month basis. The last Fire Drill was on 07/05/24 10:40 am. A review of the Medication Administration Record (MAR) was observed to be maintained in order.
(Evaluation Report continues LIC 809-C) |