Inspection Reports for
Bonaventure of Salmon Creek

13700 NE Salmon Creek Ave, Vancouver, WA 98686, United States, WA, 98686

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35 Reports

2022–2026

Inspection Report — Jul 1, 2026

Enforcement
Date: Jul 1, 2026

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The Department of Social and Health Services conducted a full inspection of the assisted living facility to assess compliance with regulatory requirements, resulting in the imposition of civil fines for multiple violations.

Findings
The inspection found multiple recurring deficiencies related to resident assessments, negotiated service agreements, family assistance with medications, tuberculosis testing for staff, and Medicaid policy documentation. Civil fines totaling $2,700 were imposed based on these violations.

Deficiencies (6)
WAC 388-78A-2090 (1)(a)(b)(c)(2)(a)(b)(c)(3)(4)(a)(b)(5)(a)(b)(c)(6)(a)(b)(c)(d)(e)(7)(a)(b)(c)(d)(e)(i)(ii)(d)(8)(a)(b)(i)(ii)(9)(10)(11)(a)(b)(c) Full assessment topics. The licensee failed to complete a full assessment within 14 days of admission for two residents and failed to complete a self-administration of medication assessment for one resident.
WAC 388-78A-2140 (1)(a)(i)(ii)(iii)(b)(c)(d)(e)(2)(a)(b)(3)(4)(5)(6)(7)(8) Negotiated service agreement contents. The licensee failed to document specific resident care and service needs in the negotiated service agreements for three residents.
WAC 388-78A-2290 (1)(2)(3)(a)(b)(c)(d)(e)(4)(a)(b)(c)(d)(5)(6)(7) Family assistance with medications and treatments. The licensee failed to ensure a written plan was submitted for three residents with family assisting medication management.
WAC 388-78A-2480 (1) Tuberculosis—Testing—Required. The licensee failed to complete tuberculosis testing within three days of hire for two staff members.
WAC 388-78A-2665 (1)(2)(3)(4)(5)(6) Resident rights—Notice—Policy on accepting medicaid as a payment source. The licensee failed to ensure a Medicaid policy was completed and/or documented for five residents.
WAC 388-78A-2390 (1)(2)(3) Resident records. The licensee failed to maintain a current characteristic roster accurately documenting resident care needs and services for five residents.
Report Facts
Civil fines total: 2700 Residents affected: 5 Residents affected: 5 Residents affected: 3 Residents affected: 3 Residents affected: 2 Staff affected: 2

Inspection Report — May 26, 2026

Enforcement
Date: May 26, 2026

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The Department of Social and Health Services completed a complaint investigation at the assisted living facility Bonaventure of Salmon Creek on May 26, 2026, resulting in the imposition of civil fines for regulatory violations.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation identified two violations: medication errors affecting two residents and abuse/involuntary seclusion of one resident. These violations resulted in civil fines and were substantiated by the investigation.
Findings
The investigation found medication administration errors affecting two residents and a failure to protect a resident from abuse and involuntary seclusion. Civil fines totaling $1,800 were imposed based on these violations.

Deficiencies (2)
WAC 388-78A-2210 (1)(a)(b)(2)(a) Medication services. The licensee failed to ensure medications were administered as directed for two residents, resulting in one resident receiving another resident’s heart medications requiring hospital transfer.
WAC 388-78A-2660 Resident rights. The licensee failed to ensure residents were free from abuse and involuntary seclusion for one resident who was isolated and barricaded in their room, placing them at risk of ongoing harm.
Report Facts
Civil fines total: 1800 Civil fine: 600 Civil fine: 1200 Residents affected: 2 Residents affected: 1

Inspection Report — Mar 11, 2026

Life Safety
Date: Mar 11, 2026

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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a scheduled fire protection inspection at the facility.

Findings
The facility was found to have multiple fire safety violations including storage issues, missing inspection reports, and maintenance failures. The overall approval status was Disapproved, indicating unresolved deficiencies.

Deficiencies (9)
IFC 603.4 (2021) - Storage was found in the electrical room around electrical panels, violating required working space and clearance.
IFC 606.4 (2021) - Deep fat dryer failed to have the required strain protection connected.
IFC 701.6 (2021) - A hole was found in the main electrical room ceiling, violating owner's responsibility for fire-resistance-rated construction.
IFC 904.13.5.2 (2021) - Facility failed to provide semi-annual hood system inspection report for the automatic fire-extinguishing system.
IFC 906.2 (2021) - Fire extinguisher in memory care was covered by paper for painting, violating general requirements.
IFC 907.8 (2021) - Smoke detectors in memory care were covered due to painting, violating inspection, testing, and maintenance requirements.
IFC 1013.1 (2021) - Exit signs in memory care were found covered with paper for painting, violating exit sign visibility requirements.
IFC 1203.4 (2021) - Facility failed to provide conductance testing on the generator battery as required for emergency and standby power systems.
WAC 212-12-044 - Facility failed to provide fire drill for day shift for the fourth quarter as required.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Daniel SivitsMaintenance DirectorNamed as Owner's Representative and Maintenance Director signing the report.

Inspection Report — Feb 6, 2026

Life Safety
Date: Feb 6, 2026

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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a scheduled fire safety inspection at the facility.

Findings
All violations noted during previous related inspections have been corrected. The facility is approved with no outstanding deficiencies.

Inspection Report — Jan 29, 2026

Complaint Investigation
Date: Jan 29, 2026

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The inspection was conducted in response to a complaint regarding the fire alarm system, specifically about a fire alarm heat detector in the kitchen setting off the alarm due to rapid temperature rise.

Complaint Details
Complaint #210065 concerned a fire alarm heat detector in the kitchen causing false alarms due to proximity to a heat diffuser. The report requested information about the cause of the fire, sprinkler activation, evacuation, injuries, and fire department response.
Findings
The fire alarm heat detector in the kitchen was found to be located within 36 inches of a heat diffuser, causing false alarms. The report includes a citation for this violation related to inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm systems.

Deficiencies (2)
Admin Complaint - Fire alarm heat detector in kitchen was setting off the fire alarm system due to rapid rise in temperature. Heat detector found within 36 inch of diffuser.
IFC 907.8 (2021) - The maintenance and testing schedules and procedures for fire alarm and fire detection systems shall be in accordance with Sections 907.8.1 through 907.8.5 and NFPA 72. Records of inspection, testing and maintenance shall be maintained.
Report Facts
Next inspection scheduled: Feb 28, 2026

Inspection Report — Jul 11, 2025

Life Safety
Date: Jul 11, 2025

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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a fire protection inspection at the facility on 07/11/2025.

Findings
The inspection found multiple fire safety deficiencies, some of which were corrected on site. The overall approval status was Disapproved, indicating outstanding issues remain.

Deficiencies (4)
IFC 606.4 (2021) - Gas-fired commercial cooking appliances installed on casters must be connected to the piping system with a compliant appliance connector and movement limited by a restraining device.
IFC 705.2 (2021) - Opening protectives in fire-resistance-rated assemblies must be inspected and maintained per NFPA 80 and 105. Annual fire door inspection shall be completed and items on fire door in excess of 5% removed.
IFC 903.5 (2021) - Sprinkler systems shall be tested and maintained in accordance with Section 901.
IFC 904.13 (2021) WAC 51-54A - Commercial cooking systems must have automatic fire-extinguishing systems tested, labeled, and installed per code with proper signage indicating appliance protection.

Inspection Report — May 6, 2025

Re-Inspection
Date: May 6, 2025

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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a re-inspection at the facility to verify correction of previously cited violations.

Findings
The inspection found multiple violations related to fire safety and commercial cooking systems that have not been corrected. The facility remains disapproved due to these outstanding issues.

Deficiencies (4)
IFC 606.4 (2021) - Gas-fired commercial cooking appliances installed on casters must be connected with an appliance connector complying with ANSI Z21.69/CSA 6.16 and limited by a restraining device. Kitchen strain protection was not maintained for the kitchen cooking appliance.
IFC 705.2 (2021) - Opening protectives in fire-resistance-rated assemblies must be inspected and maintained per NFPA 80, 105, and 105. Fire doors and smoke and draft control doors must not be blocked or inoperable. Annual fire door inspection was not completed, and items on the fire door in excess of 5% must be removed.
IFC 904.13 (2021) WAC 51-54A - Commercial cooking systems must have automatic fire-extinguishing systems tested and labeled per UL 300 and NFPA standards. Signage indicating appliances from left to right, durable and approved in size, color, and lettering was missing.
Any citation requiring inspection, testing, or maintenance (ITM) must have testing completed, paper results delivered, and deficiencies corrected before clearing the citation.

Inspection Report — Mar 5, 2025

Follow-Up
Date: Mar 5, 2025

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The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies and compliance with licensing laws and regulations.

Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that all previously cited deficiencies were corrected. The facility meets the Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements.

Report Facts
Sampled residents: 14 Total current residents: 63

Inspection Report — Jan 9, 2025

Enforcement
Date: Jan 9, 2025

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This document is a formal notice of civil fines following a follow-up visit conducted by the Department of Social and Health Services on January 9, 2025, at Bonaventure of Salmon Creek assisted living facility. The fines are imposed due to uncorrected deficiencies previously cited related to staff training, background checks, resident service agreements, resident records, tuberculosis testing, and Medicaid policy documentation.

Findings
The report identifies multiple uncorrected deficiencies related to staff training certification, background checks, incomplete or unsigned negotiated service agreements, inaccurate resident records, incomplete tuberculosis testing, and Medicaid policy documentation. These deficiencies place residents at risk and have resulted in civil fines totaling $2,100. All cited deficiencies remain uncorrected as of the inspection date.

Deficiencies (7)
WAC 388-78A-2474(1)(a)(b)(c)(d)(4) Training and home care aide certification requirements. The licensee failed to ensure three staff had completed or documented required training or certification within 200 days. This placed all residents at risk due to improperly trained staff.
WAC 388-78A-2462(2)(a)(b) Background checks—Who is required to have. The licensee failed to complete or document a Washington state background check for one staff member. This placed all residents at risk by employing staff with possible disqualifying criminal convictions or charges.
WAC 388-78A-2140(1)(a)(i)(ii)(iii)(b)(c)(d)(e) Negotiated service agreement contents. The licensee failed to document specific resident care and service needs in the negotiated service agreements for three residents. This placed these residents at risk for unmet care needs and services not provided per the agreement.
WAC 388-78A-2150(1) Signing negotiated service agreement. The licensee failed to ensure the negotiated service agreement was signed annually by the resident or responsible party for three residents. This placed these residents and their responsible parties at risk of not being involved in care decisions.
WAC 388-78A-2390(1)(2) Resident records. The licensee failed to maintain a current characteristic roster accurately documenting care needs and services for two residents. This placed these residents at risk for unmet care needs.
WAC 388-78A-2480(1) Tuberculosis—Testing—Required. The licensee failed to complete tuberculosis testing within three days of hire for one staff member. This placed all staff and residents at risk for exposure to a communicable disease.
WAC 388-78A-2665(1)(2)(3)(4)(5)(6) Resident rights—Notice—Policy on accepting medicaid as a payment source. The licensee failed to ensure a Medicaid policy was on a separate page and signed on or before admission for one resident. This placed the resident at risk of not being aware of their Medicaid-related rights.
Report Facts
Civil fines total: 2100 Staff with incomplete training: 3 Residents with incomplete negotiated service agreements: 3 Residents with unsigned negotiated service agreements: 3 Residents with inaccurate records: 2 Staff without tuberculosis testing: 1 Residents without Medicaid policy signed: 1

Inspection Report — Nov 7, 2024

Enforcement
Date: Nov 7, 2024

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The Department of Social and Health Services conducted a Full Inspection visit at the assisted living facility to assess compliance with regulations and identified violations leading to enforcement actions.

Findings
The facility was cited for failure to obtain prescribed medications in a correct and timely manner for three residents, placing them at risk of harm. This recurring deficiency resulted in a civil fine of $1,000.00.

Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2240 Nonavailability of medications. The licensee failed to obtain prescribed medications in a correct and timely manner for three residents, placing them at risk of harm from adverse reactions.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 1000 Number of residents affected: 3

Inspection Report — Oct 1, 2024

Complaint Investigation
Date: Oct 1, 2024

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The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation regarding allegations of inappropriate administration and failure to administer antipsychotic medication as ordered by the doctor at the assisted living facility.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation (Complaint #147867) involved allegations of inappropriate administration and failure to administer antipsychotic medication as ordered. The investigation substantiated a failed facility practice with citations written. The follow-up inspection found all deficiencies corrected.
Findings
The investigation substantiated a failed facility practice related to medication administration errors for one resident, resulting in citations. The facility was found not in compliance with medication service regulations. A follow-up inspection on 2025-01-09 found no deficiencies and confirmed correction of the cited issues.

Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2210 Medication services. The assisted living facility failed to administer medication as ordered by the physician for 1 of 3 sampled residents, placing the resident at risk of medical complications and worsening behaviors.
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Total residents: 63 Resident sample size: 3

Notice — Sep 27, 2024

Date: Sep 27, 2024

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This document serves as formal notice that the conditions placed on the assisted living facility license on December 29, 2022, are lifted effective March 10, 2023.

Findings
The conditions previously imposed on the facility's license have been officially lifted as of March 10, 2023.

Report Facts
Date conditions placed on license: Dec 29, 2022 Date conditions lifted: Mar 10, 2023

Inspection Report — Aug 20, 2024

Complaint Investigation
Date: Aug 20, 2024

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The inspection was conducted in response to a complaint alleging that the facility failed to start a resident's prescription medication as ordered.

Complaint Details
Complaint number 139069 alleged failure to start a resident's prescription medication as ordered. The investigation substantiated this allegation and a citation was written.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that the facility failed to administer the resident's prescription medication on the date it was ordered, resulting in a citation for failed provider practice.

Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2210 Medication services. The facility failed to promote and provide safe medication administration service for one resident by not administering medication as ordered for 5 days, placing the resident at risk for worsening medical complications.
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Total residents: 72 Resident sample size: 3 Closed records sample size: 1

Inspection Report — Jul 22, 2024

Complaint Investigation
Date: Jul 22, 2024

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The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation regarding allegations of caregiver verbal abuse toward residents and unqualified staff providing personal care at the assisted living facility.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation involved two allegations: caregiver verbal abuse and unqualified staff providing personal care. The verbal abuse allegation was unsubstantiated, but the unqualified staff allegation was substantiated with citations issued.
Findings
The investigation substantiated a failed provider practice related to unqualified personnel staff but found no substantiation for caregiver verbal abuse. Citations were written for the unqualified staff issue.

Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-112A-0080 Who is required to complete the seventy-hour long-term care worker basic training and by when? The facility failed to ensure 2 of 4 sampled staff completed the required training and failed to document training for 2 of 4 sampled staff. This placed 72 residents at risk of harm due to untrained staff.
Report Facts
Total residents: 72 Resident sample size: 6 Closed records sample size: 3 Sampled staff: 4

Inspection Report — Apr 18, 2024

Enforcement
Date: Apr 18, 2024

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The Department of Social and Health Services conducted a complaint investigation at the assisted living facility regarding medication services.

Complaint Details
The visit was a complaint investigation conducted on April 18, 2024. The deficiency related to medication services was substantiated and resulted in a civil fine.
Findings
The investigation found that the licensee failed to ensure residents received medications as prescribed for two residents, resulting in one resident missing medication for 5 days and another for 11 days. This deficiency is recurring and resulted in a civil fine.

Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2210 (2)(a)(b) Medication services. The licensee failed to ensure residents received medications as prescribed for two residents, resulting in missed doses for 5 and 11 days respectively.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 400 Days medication missed: 5 Days medication missed: 11

Inspection Report — Apr 8, 2024

Re-Inspection
Date: Apr 8, 2024

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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a re-inspection at the facility to verify correction of previously cited fire safety deficiencies.

Findings
The facility failed to correct multiple fire safety deficiencies related to sprinkler system testing, hydrostatic testing, emergency lighting testing, generator inspections, and fire drills. The overall status remains Disapproved.

Deficiencies (6)
IFC 903.5 (2009, 2012, 2015, 2018) - Sprinkler systems shall be tested and maintained in accordance with Section 901. The facility failed to provide forward flow flowing system demand and 5 year hydrostatic testing.
IFC 904.12.5.2 (2018) - Automatic fire-extinguishing systems shall be serviced at least every six months and after activation, with inspection certificates forwarded to the fire code official. The facility failed to provide semi-annual hood system inspection reports.
IFC 1031.10.1 (2018) - Emergency lighting equipment shall be tested monthly for at least 30 seconds, including visual inspection for trouble indicators or damage. The facility failed to provide documentation of monthly emergency light testing.
IFC 1031.10.2 (2018) - Battery-powered emergency lighting equipment shall be tested annually by operating on battery power for at least 90 minutes. The facility failed to provide annual emergency light testing.
IFC 1203.4 (2018) - Emergency and standby power systems shall be maintained per NFPA 110 and 111 to supply service within required time. The facility failed to provide annual generator inspection, monthly generator run testing, and annual fuel testing.
WAC 212-12-044 - At least twelve planned and unannounced fire drills shall be held annually, quarterly on each shift in Group I and R2, and monthly in Group E, with detailed records maintained. The facility failed to conduct fire drills once per shift per quarter.

Inspection Report — Feb 26, 2024

Complaint Investigation
Date: Feb 26, 2024

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The inspection was conducted as an unannounced on-site complaint investigation regarding an allegation that medication was not given to a resident as ordered by their doctor.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation (Complaint #111787) focused on an allegation that medication was not given as ordered. The investigation included interviews, observations, and record reviews. The allegation was substantiated with citations written for medication management failures affecting multiple residents.
Findings
The investigation substantiated failed facility practice in managing and administration of resident medications. Citations were written for deficiencies related to medication nonavailability and medication services affecting multiple residents.

Deficiencies (2)
WAC 388-78A-2240 Nonavailability of medications. The facility failed to obtain prescribed medication for 1 of 4 residents, resulting in one resident not receiving medication as ordered for 11 days and placed at risk for health complications.
WAC 388-78A-2210 Medication services. The facility failed to ensure residents received medications as prescribed for 2 of 4 residents, resulting in one resident missing 11 days and another missing 5 days of medication, placing them at risk for medical complications.
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Total residents: 66 Resident sample size: 4 Days medication not received: 11 Days medication not received: 5

Inspection Report — Jan 3, 2024

Enforcement
Date: Jan 3, 2024

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The Department of Social and Health Services conducted a complaint investigation at the assisted living facility following an allegation related to medication nonavailability.

Complaint Details
This was a complaint investigation triggered by a complaint regarding medication nonavailability. The deficiency was substantiated as the licensee failed to obtain prescribed medication for one resident, resulting in a six-day delay in medication administration.
Findings
The investigation found that the licensee failed to obtain a prescribed medication for one resident, resulting in the resident not receiving medication as ordered for six days. This deficiency is recurring and resulted in a civil fine.

Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2240 Nonavailability of medications. The licensee failed to obtain a prescribed medication for one resident, causing the resident to miss medication for six days and placing them at risk for health complications.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 600 Days medication not received: 6

Inspection Report — Nov 20, 2023

Follow-Up
Date: Nov 20, 2023

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The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies.

Findings
The follow-up inspection conducted on 11/20/2023 found no deficiencies. The facility meets the Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements and all previously cited deficiencies were corrected.

Inspection Report — Nov 9, 2023

Complaint Investigation
Date: Nov 9, 2023

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The inspection was conducted as an unannounced on-site complaint investigation regarding an allegation of mismanagement of resident medications at Bonaventure of Salmon Creek Assisted Living Facility.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation referenced complaint number 105036 concerning an allegation of mismanagement of resident medications. The investigation substantiated the allegation with findings that the facility failed to provide prescribed potassium chloride medication to one resident for six consecutive days. Multiple staff interviews confirmed the deficiency, and citations were issued.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility failed to obtain a prescribed medication for one resident, resulting in the resident missing medication doses for six days and being placed at risk for health complications. The deficiency was substantiated and citations were written.

Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2240 Nonavailability of medications. The facility failed to obtain a prescribed medication for one resident, resulting in missed doses for six days and placing the resident at risk for health complications.
Report Facts
Total residents: 71 Resident sample size: 3 Missed medication doses in October: 6 Missed medication doses in November: 5

Inspection Report — Sep 27, 2023

Enforcement
Date: Sep 27, 2023

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The Department of Social and Health Services conducted a complaint investigation at the assisted living facility due to concerns about monitoring residents' well-being.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was based on concerns about monitoring residents' well-being, specifically for one resident whose delayed evaluation contributed to increased falls, hospitalization, and worsening urinary tract infection. The deficiency was substantiated and is recurring.
Findings
The investigation found a violation of WAC 388-78A-2120(3)(a)(b)(4) related to failure to evaluate and take appropriate action for one resident, resulting in delayed evaluation and adverse health outcomes. This deficiency is recurring and resulted in a civil fine.

Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2120(3)(a)(b)(4) Monitoring residents' well-being. The licensee failed to evaluate and take appropriate action for one resident reviewed for changes in physical condition and increased confusion, causing delayed evaluation and worsening health outcomes.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 500

Inspection Report — Sep 5, 2023

Complaint Investigation
Date: Sep 5, 2023

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The inspection was conducted as an unannounced complaint investigation based on allegations that residents' medical needs and well-being were not monitored or documented, the nursing services were inadequate, the physical environment was unsafe, and residents' quality of life was compromised.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation (Complaint Number 96152) involved allegations about quality of care, nursing services, physical environment, and quality of life. The investigation substantiated failures in monitoring and documenting residents' well-being and nursing services, but found no issues with the physical environment. Citations were issued for the substantiated deficiencies.
Findings
The investigation substantiated failed provider practices related to monitoring and documenting residents' medical and physical needs as well as nursing services. No failed practice was found regarding the physical environment. Citations were written for the substantiated deficiencies.

Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2120 - The assisted living facility failed to evaluate and take appropriate action for a resident's changing needs, including failure to collect a urine specimen and delayed evaluation contributing to increased falls, hospitalization, and worsening urinary tract infection.
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Total residents: 76 Resident sample size: 3 Closed records sample size: 1

Inspection Report — May 31, 2023

Follow-Up
Date: May 31, 2023

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The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies.

Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that all previously cited licensing law deficiencies were corrected.

Inspection Report — May 4, 2023

Re-Inspection
Date: May 4, 2023

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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted an inspection at the facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies.

Findings
All violations noted during previous related inspections have been corrected, resulting in an Approved status.

Inspection Report — Mar 31, 2023

Enforcement
Date: Mar 31, 2023

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The Department of Social and Health Services conducted a complaint investigation at the assisted living facility to address alleged violations related to resident care and reporting.

Complaint Details
This was a complaint investigation completed on March 31, 2023. The deficiency was a recurring issue previously cited on January 19, 2023. The licensee was fined $300 for failing to report significant changes in residents' conditions.
Findings
The investigation found a recurring deficiency where the licensee failed to report significant changes in condition for two residents, placing them at risk. This violation resulted in a civil fine of $300.

Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2640 (1)(a)(3)(a)(b) Reporting significant change in a resident's condition. The licensee failed to report a significant change in condition for two residents, placing them at risk for health complications.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 300 Number of residents affected: 2

Inspection Report — Mar 10, 2023

Follow-Up
Date: Mar 10, 2023

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The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies.

Complaint Details
The investigation involved multiple complaints including infection control failures such as staff not wearing facemasks and eye protection, unsecured medication carts, and a COVID-19 outbreak. The investigation found failed provider practices and citations were written for these issues.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that all previously cited deficiencies were corrected. The facility meets the Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements.

Deficiencies (2)
WAC 388-78A-2610 Infection control. The facility failed to ensure required infection control measures to prevent COVID-19 spread, including staff not wearing facemasks properly and lack of fit testing for N95 respirators. The medication cart was unsecured in the memory care unit, placing residents at risk. Staff failed to wear eye protection as required during resident contact.
WAC 388-78A-2260 Storing, securing, and accounting for medications. The facility failed to ensure the medication cart in the memory care unit was locked and accessible only to designated staff, placing residents at risk of ingestion of harmful medications.
Report Facts
Total residents: 53 Resident sample size: 53 Closed records sample size: 0 Seven-Day Case Rate: 160 Seven-Day Case Rate: 80 Seven-Day Case Rate: 73 Seven-Day Case Rate: 75 Seven-Day Case Rate: 59 Residents observed in common areas: 14 Residents observed sitting in common areas: 9

Inspection Report — Mar 10, 2023

Complaint Investigation
Date: Mar 10, 2023

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The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies related to infection control reporting after a suspected outbreak.

Complaint Details
Two complaints were investigated regarding failure to notify the Local Health Jurisdiction of suspected gastrointestinal virus outbreaks. The allegations were substantiated with citations written for failure to report and respond appropriately to the outbreaks.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that all previously cited deficiencies related to infection control reporting were corrected.

Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2600 Policies and procedures. The facility failed to implement their policy to ensure required infection control reporting was completed after a suspected outbreak, placing all residents, staff, and visitors at risk of spreading the outbreak.
Report Facts
Total residents: 68 Resident sample size: 3

Notice — Mar 9, 2023

Date: Mar 9, 2023

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This letter communicates the results of the Informal Dispute Resolution process conducted on March 9, 2023, regarding disputed deficiencies from a prior inspection dated January 19, 2023.

Findings
After review, the decision was made not to change the previously issued Statement of Deficiencies. The facility is advised to begin correcting the disputed deficiencies immediately.

Notice — Feb 21, 2023

Date: Feb 21, 2023

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This letter confirms the scheduling of an Informal Dispute Resolution meeting requested by the facility to dispute specific citations and an associated civil fine.

Findings
The letter outlines the date, time, and type of the IDR meeting and identifies the citations being disputed. It does not contain inspection findings or violations.

Inspection Report — Jan 19, 2023

Enforcement
Date: Jan 19, 2023

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The Department of Social and Health Services conducted an investigation at the assisted living facility due to violations of medication service regulations, resulting in a civil fine.

Findings
The licensee failed to provide safe medication services for one resident, resulting in missed blood pressure checks and medications, placing the resident at risk. This deficiency is recurring and led to a $500 civil fine.

Deficiencies (1)
388-78A-2210 (1)(b)(2)(a)(b) Medication services. The licensee failed to provide safe medication services for one resident, resulting in missed blood pressure checks and medications as ordered. This placed the resident at risk for health complications.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 500

Inspection Report — Jan 19, 2023

Complaint Investigation
Date: Jan 19, 2023

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The inspection was conducted as a result of multiple complaints alleging failures in quality of care, dietary services, infection control, nursing services, resident rights, medication availability, and service agreement implementation at Bonaventure of Salmon Creek Assisted Living Facility.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation involved multiple allegations including failure to monitor residents' well-being, failure to encourage eating during illness, infection control concerns, failure to provide showers, failure to negotiate service agreements, failure to provide medications timely, failure to provide record requests timely, and failure to notify residents of charge increases. The investigation substantiated multiple failed provider practices and citations were written.
Findings
The investigation found multiple failed provider practices including failure to notify primary care providers of resident illness, failure to implement negotiated service agreements, failure to provide timely record requests, failure to provide 30-day notice of increased charges, failure to monitor residents' blood pressure and weight as prescribed, and failure to provide medications timely. The facility was found not in compliance with licensing laws and regulations.

Deficiencies (7)
WAC 388-78A-2160 Implementation of negotiated service agreement. The facility failed to implement the negotiated service agreement for residents, placing them at risk for health complications due to unmet healthcare needs.
WAC 388-78A-2230 Medication refusal. The facility failed to provide safe medication services, including failure to take blood pressure as ordered and failure to properly document medication administration, placing residents at risk.
WAC 388-78A-2430 Resident review of records. The facility failed to provide resident representatives with requested records within two working days, risking violation of resident rights.
RCW 70.129.030 Notice of rights and services - Admission of individuals. The facility failed to provide timely written notice of changes in charges for services to residents and representatives, risking violation of resident rights.
WAC 388-78A-2120 Monitoring residents' well-being. The facility failed to monitor residents' vital signs and weight consistently, placing residents at risk for health decline.
WAC 388-78A-2130 Service agreement planning. The facility failed to negotiate and update residents' service agreements consistent with their assessed needs, risking unmet resident needs.
WAC 388-78A-2640 Reporting significant change in a resident's condition. The facility failed to report significant changes in residents' conditions to appropriate parties, risking delayed care interventions.
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Total residents: 68 Resident sample size: 9 Closed records sample size: 0 Plan of correction duration: 45 Blood pressure measurements scheduled: 31 Blood pressure measurements not performed: 14 Weight loss: 20

Inspection Report — Jan 10, 2023

Complaint Investigation
Date: Jan 10, 2023

Visit Reason
The Department conducted a complaint investigation of the Assisted Living Facility based on allegations including infection control, medication errors, discharge notice issues, and failure to provide requested records timely.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation included four allegations: infection control, medication errors, discharge notice, and failure to provide records. The first three allegations were unsubstantiated with no concerns found. The fourth allegation was substantiated with a failed practice identified and citations written.
Findings
The investigation found no substantiated concerns for infection control, medication errors, or discharge notice issues, but identified a failed practice for not providing requested records timely. Citations were written for the failed provider practice.

Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-3140 Responsibilities during inspections. The assisted living facility failed to provide requested records to department representatives for 2 of 2 residents reviewed, placing residents at risk due to delayed or incomplete complaint investigations.
Report Facts
Total residents: 22 Resident sample size: 2 Closed records sample size: 1 Correction time frame: 45

Notice — Dec 29, 2022

Date: Dec 29, 2022

Visit Reason
The document serves to notify the facility of imposed conditions on its license related to infection control following a Statement of Deficiencies dated December 14, 2022.

Findings
The facility must collaborate with the Local Health Jurisdiction to develop and implement an infection control system including PPE training and fit testing for all staff. These conditions are effective immediately and remain until formally lifted.

Report Facts
Deadline for documentation: Jan 31, 2023

Inspection Report — Dec 14, 2022

Enforcement
Date: Dec 14, 2022

Visit Reason
The Department of Social and Health Services conducted a follow-up visit to Bonaventure of Salmon Creek to enforce a civil fine based on violations related to medication nonavailability.

Findings
The licensee failed to obtain prescribed medications for four residents, placing them at risk for health complications. This violation was uncorrected from a previous citation and resulted in a $300 civil fine.

Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2240 Nonavailability of medications. The licensee failed to obtain prescribed medications for four residents, placing them at risk for health complications.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 300 Number of residents affected: 4

Inspection Report — Dec 14, 2022

Enforcement
Date: Dec 14, 2022

Visit Reason
The Department of Social and Health Services conducted a follow-up visit to the assisted living facility to assess compliance with infection control requirements and to impose a civil fine and conditions on the license due to ongoing deficiencies.

Findings
The facility failed to ensure required infection control measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including staff not wearing facemasks and failure to document and track fit testing of staff. These deficiencies were uncorrected and recurring, placing all 68 residents, staff, and visitors at risk, resulting in a $900 civil fine and conditions imposed on the license.

Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2610 (1)(2)(c)(d) Infection control. The licensee failed to ensure required infection control measures were followed to prevent COVID-19 spread. Staff failed to wear facemasks and did not document or track fit testing of staff.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 900 Resident count: 68

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