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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Karina Canela arrived unannounced to conduct an Annual Required - 1 Year inspection and met with Patricia Harland, Administrator. The annual inspection is focused on the Infection Control procedures and practices of this Residential Care Facility for the Elderly.
LPA conducted a walk-through of the facility with Administrator and observed COVID-19 precaution postings. A screening station was observed at front entrance of facility which had hand sanitizer, a thermometer, gloves, surgical masks, and a sign-in sheet for visitors and staff. LPA was screened for COVID-19 symptoms. Visitors are screened for COVID-19 symptoms (including temperature check) upon arrival to the facility. Staff follow indoor visitation requirement of verifying COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID test within 72 hours for non-essential visitors. The facility has designated visitation areas, provides virtual visits and phone calls for family to stay in contact with residents. Staff and resident's temperatures are taken twice a day. Staff clean and disinfect the facility twice daily. Administrator stated high touched surface areas are disinfected after each use, such as the bathroom and kitchen area.
LPA observed 6 residents in care. Staff have documented completion on the following training: infection prevention, symptoms, transmission and PPE use. N-95 respirator Fit testing (Cal/OSHA requirement) has been completed. The facility has a supply of PPE including gloves, face shields/goggles, N-95 respirators, surgical masks and disposable gowns.
The facility has submitted a COVID-19 Mitigation Plan Report on Epidemic Outbreaks specific to COVID-19 which was reviewed by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing.
Exit interview conducted with Administrator, whose signature on this document confirms receipt.
Due to printer malfunction, this report was emailed to Administrator.
No deficiencies cited during this inspection |