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13 | On 04/12/25, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) L. Salazar and M. Vega arrived to the facility unannounced to do deliver findings on the above allegations. LPAs were greeted by house manager, Myra stated the purpose of the visit and were allowed entry. Staff contacted Administrator vis telephone. LPAs met with House manager Myra Torres to discuss the findings of the complaint allegations.
During the investigation, LPA Salazar conducted interviews and records review. Records review show Resident R1 had a blister on their heel in September of 2024 and Home Health was ordered. Compassion Home Care Home Health records obtained for the period of 11/08/24 through 01/06/2025 states R1 to have an unstageable presssure injury on their heel and R1 should be transferred to Skilled Nursing for care. Interviews with Administrator and facility staff state facility was not observing or caring for the wound since they were not skilled professional.
Based on the information received, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met; therefore, the above allegations are found to be Substantiated. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8, deficiencies are being cited on the attached 9099-D. An immediate civil penalty is being assessed in the amount of $500 for observation of resident resulting in a prohibited condition. If not corrected, the violation will have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of clients in care.
An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Jasmin Burns via telephone and house manager Myra Torres. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and will be emailed by next business day. A plan of correction was developed by Administrator and reviewed with LPA at the time of visit.
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