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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Stephanie Martinez, conducted an unannounced visit to the facility for a complaint visit. The LPA met with Administrator, Maria Gonzalez, and informed her of the purpose for the visit.
During the visit the LPA toured and inspected the property. The LPA observed a lock on the exterior gate. No secondary exit was available. In addition, a bedridden resident was observed to be in care. Resident Three's (R3's) Physician's Report for Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) noted the resident was non-ambulatory and bedridden. The resident agreed to attempt to reposition themself in bed, though was unable to physically do so. The facility does not have an approved fire clearance for a bedridden resident.
During an inspection of the facility's food supply the LPA observed medications in the facility's refrigerator. The medications were not maintained secured from any unauthorized individuals, rather was stored on the right-side door of the kitchen refrigerator. The backyard fence had missing and/or broken wooden panels and the care staff were observed to walk through the fence and into the backyard of another home. According to Administrator Gonzalez, she owns the property behind the facility. She stated her staff do take their breaks at the other facility. Administrator Gonzalez stated the fence broke during a storm last week.
These violations pose immediate and potential threats to the health, safety, and personal rights of the residents in care. Citations and civil penalties will be issued.
An exit interview was conducted; this report was reviewed with Administrator Gonzalez over the phone, and a copy was provided. |