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25 | Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Ruth Martinez and Hanna Gough are conducting this unannounced visit for the purpose of completing the required annual inspection. LPAs arrived at the facility and was greeted and granted entry by staff. LPAs spoke with Mark Cruz, Administrator and explained the nature of the visit. There are six residents at the facility and there are two residents receiving hospice care.
LPAs began the tour of the facility. LPAs observed required department postings throughout the facility. Facility stays within the capacity limitations. There is a minimum of seven days of non-perishables foods and two days of perishables foods on hand. LPAs inspected the medication is centrally stored in a locked storage closet located in the hallway that leads to the bedrooms. LPAs reviewed medication and observed medication was labeled and stored inaccessible to residents in care. LPAs inspected the facility bathrooms and LPAs measured the hot water temperature between 106.8-119.8 degrees Fahrenheit. All bathrooms observed to have a supply of soap, toilet paper and paper towels. Bathrooms are equipped with required safety measures such as non-skid mats and grab bars. Lighting is sufficient to ensure safety and comfort. The facility is equipped with sufficient hand hygiene, cleaning, and disinfecting supplies. LPAs observed that toxic chemicals, cleaning solutions and disinfectants are stored locked in a storage cabinet located in the garage. The facility has an available clean supply of linens. LPAs inspected residents’ bedrooms which has sufficient lighting to ensure their safety and comfort. All bedrooms observed to have all required components and furnishings. Storage space is provided for residents in their bedrooms. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and found to be operational. LPAs toured the outside of the facility and observed outdoor passageways are free of obstructions. LPAs observed there is shaded seating area for residents’ enjoyment. LPAs observed a fire extinguisher with a service date of March 05, 2024, in the dining room.
Continued on LIC809-C |