Inspection Reports for Bonaventure of Salmon Creek

13700 NE Salmon Creek Ave, Vancouver, WA 98686, USA, WA, 98686

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Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 4 Jul 11, 2025
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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted an inspection at the facility on 07/11/2025 following previous inspections and re-inspections to verify correction of prior deficiencies.
Findings
The inspection found that several previously cited violations related to appliance connection to building piping, commercial cooking systems, inspection and maintenance, and testing and maintenance were corrected. However, the facility remains disapproved due to unresolved issues noted in prior re-inspections.
Deficiencies (4)
Description
Kitchen strain protection shall be maintained for kitchen cooking appliance
Annual fire door inspection shall be completed; fire door inspection shall include gap measurements and corrections; items on fire door in excess of 5% shall be removed
Signage shall indicate appliances from left to right, be durable, and the size, color, and lettering shall be approved
Dirty fire sprinkler heads in kitchen and fridge
Report Facts
Next inspection scheduled date: Next inspection scheduled on or after 08/10/2025 (page 3) Next inspection scheduled date: Next inspection scheduled on or after 06/05/2025 (page 8) Next inspection scheduled date: Next inspection scheduled on or after 03/28/2025 (page 11)
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Nicholas D. WoldenDeputy State Fire MarshalSigned inspection reports and conducted inspections
Kristin HendricksExecutive DirectorAuthorized Facility Representative signing inspection report on 07/11/2025
Daniel SivitsAuthorized Facility Representative signing inspection report on 02/26/2025
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 3 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 identified violations.
Findings
The re-inspection found that violations related to appliance connection to building piping, inspection and maintenance of fire-resistance assemblies, and commercial cooking systems had not been corrected.
Deficiencies (3)
Description
Kitchen strain protection shall be maintained for kitchen cooking appliance
Annual fire door inspection shall be completed; fire door inspection shall include gap measurements and corrections; items on fire door in excess of 5% shall be removed
Signage shall indicate appliances from left to right, be durable, and the size, color, and lettering shall be approved
Report Facts
Next inspection scheduled on or after: Jun 5, 2025
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Nicholas WoldenDeputy State Fire MarshalSigned the inspection report
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 63 Deficiencies: 0 Mar 5, 2025
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The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility on 03/05/2025 to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility meets the Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements.
Report Facts
Sampled residents for off-site verification: 14 Sampled residents for on-site visit: 12 Medication carts audited: 3 Medication cards expired: 3 Sampled staff for background checks: 5 Sampled residents with incomplete negotiated service agreements: 7 Sampled residents with incomplete Medicaid policy documentation: 9 Sampled residents with incomplete annual assessments: 2 Sampled residents with incomplete tuberculosis testing for staff: 3 Sampled residents with incomplete medication refusal evaluations: 1 Sampled residents with incomplete coordination of health care services: 1 Sampled residents with incomplete ongoing assessments: 2 Sampled residents with incomplete negotiated service agreement signing: 4 Sampled residents with incomplete pet records: 3 Sampled residents with incomplete Medicaid policy: 9
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kyle GehlenALF Licensor - LTCDepartment staff who did the on-site verification and inspections.
Jennifer SiharathALF LicensorDepartment staff who did the on-site verification and inspections.
Jody JustField Services AdministratorSigned the follow-up inspection letter dated 03/05/2025.
Michael BurdickField ManagerSigned the enforcement letter dated 11/20/2024.
Staff AExecutive DirectorAcknowledged department findings during exit interviews.
Staff CCaregiverNamed in findings related to training, tuberculosis testing, and medication administration.
Staff DMedication AideNamed in findings related to training and background checks.
Staff ECaregiverNamed in findings related to training and background checks.
Staff GActivities DirectorNamed in findings related to background checks.
Staff HMedication AideNamed in findings related to medication cart audits.
Staff MNamed in medication administration records.
Staff NNamed in medication administration records and nurse delegation consent.
Staff BRegistered NurseProvided information on wound care observation.
Inspection Report Enforcement Deficiencies: 7 Jan 9, 2025
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The Department of Social and Health Services conducted a follow-up visit to Bonaventure of Salmon Creek to assess compliance and impose civil fines based on previously cited deficiencies.
Findings
Multiple uncorrected deficiencies were found related to staff training and certification, background checks, documentation of negotiated service agreements, resident records, tuberculosis testing, and Medicaid policy notification. These deficiencies placed residents at risk and resulted in civil fines totaling $2,100.
Deficiencies (7)
Description
Failure to ensure three staff completed required training or had health care aide certification within 200 days.
Failure to complete or document a Washington state background check for one staff member.
Failure to document specific resident care needs in Negotiated Service Agreements for three residents.
Failure to ensure Negotiated Service Agreements were signed annually by residents or responsible parties for three residents.
Failure to maintain a current characteristic roster documenting resident care needs for two residents.
Failure to complete tuberculosis testing within three days of hire for one staff member.
Failure to ensure Medicaid policy was on a separate page and signed on or before admission for one resident.
Report Facts
Civil fines total: 2100 Staff with training deficiency: 3 Residents with incomplete NSA documentation: 3 Residents with unsigned NSA: 3 Residents with inaccurate care roster: 2 Staff without documented background check: 1 Staff without timely TB testing: 1 Residents without signed Medicaid policy: 1
Inspection Report Enforcement Deficiencies: 1 Nov 7, 2024
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The Department of Social and Health Services completed a Full Inspection visit at the assisted living facility, resulting in the imposition of a civil fine due to violations related to medication nonavailability.
Findings
The licensee failed to obtain prescribed medications in a correct and timely manner for three residents, placing them at risk of harm. This deficiency is recurring, having been previously cited multiple times.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Failure to obtain prescribed medications in a correct and timely manner for three residents.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 1000 Number of residents affected: 3
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Michael BurdickField ManagerContact person for plan of correction and appeals
Matt HauserCompliance SpecialistSigned the enforcement letter
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 63 Deficiencies: 1 Oct 1, 2024
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The inspection was conducted in response to complaints alleging inappropriate administration and failure to administer antipsychotic medication as ordered by the doctor at Bonaventure of Salmon Creek Assisted Living Facility.
Findings
The investigation substantiated a failure to administer medication as ordered by the physician for one of three sampled residents, resulting in a citation. No failed facility practice was found regarding inappropriate administration of medication.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated for failure to administer antipsychotic medication as ordered by the doctor. The allegation of inappropriate administration was not substantiated.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Failure to administer medication as ordered by the physician for one resident, placing the resident at risk of medical complications and worsening behaviors.
Report Facts
Total residents: 63 Resident sample size: 3
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Yvonne ChitekweInvestigatorConducted the complaint investigation and on-site verification
Michael BurdickField ManagerSigned follow-up inspection letter
Notice Deficiencies: 0 Sep 27, 2024
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This letter 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 document informs that the previously imposed license conditions have been officially lifted as of March 10, 2023.
Report Facts
License condition lift effective date: Conditions lifted effective March 10, 2023 Original condition placement date: Conditions placed on December 29, 2022
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Matt HauserCompliance SpecialistSigned the notice letter
Michael BurdickField ManagerContact person for questions
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 72 Deficiencies: 1 Sep 12, 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.
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.
Complaint Details
Complaint that the facility failed to start resident's prescription medication when ordered. The investigation substantiated this allegation and a citation was issued.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Failure to promote and provide safe medication administration service for one resident, resulting in medication not being given as ordered for 5 days and placing the resident at risk for worsening medical complications.
Report Facts
Total residents: 72 Resident sample size: 3 Closed records sample size: 1 Days medication not given: 5
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Yvonne ChitekweInvestigatorConducted the on-site investigation and verification
Michael BurdickField ManagerSigned follow-up inspection letter
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 72 Deficiencies: 1 Sep 9, 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 Bonaventure of Salmon Creek Assisted Living Facility.
Findings
The investigation found no substantiated failed facility practice related to caregiver verbal abuse. However, it substantiated failed facility practice regarding maintaining unqualified personnel staff, resulting in citations.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation involved allegations of caregiver verbal abuse and unqualified staff providing personal care. The verbal abuse allegation was not substantiated, but the unqualified staff allegation was substantiated with citations issued.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Failure to ensure 2 of 4 sampled staff completed the required seventy-hour long-term care worker basic training, placing all 72 residents at risk due to improperly trained staff.
Report Facts
Total residents: 72 Resident sample size: 6 Closed records sample size: 3 Staff training deficiency count: 2
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 66 Deficiencies: 2 Apr 18, 2024
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The investigation was conducted due to a complaint alleging that medication was not given to a resident as ordered by their doctor.
Findings
The investigation substantiated failed facility practice in managing and administration of resident medications, resulting in citations. The facility failed to obtain prescribed medications for residents, leading to missed doses and placing residents at risk for health complications.
Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated based on interviews, observations, and record reviews. Failed provider practice was identified and citations were written.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
Failure to obtain a prescribed medication for 1 of 4 residents, resulting in the resident not receiving medication as ordered for 11 days and placing them at risk for health complications.
Failure to ensure residents received medications as prescribed for 2 of 4 residents, resulting in one resident not receiving medication for 5 days and another for 11 days, placing them at risk for medical complications.
Report Facts
Total residents: 66 Resident sample size: 4 Missed medication days: 11 Missed medication days: 5 Missed medication doses: 15 Scheduled doses: 31 Missed doses: 11
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Yvonne ChitekweInvestigatorConducted the on-site investigation and verification
Michael BurdickField ManagerSigned the follow-up inspection letter
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 1 Apr 18, 2024
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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 April 18, 2024, resulting in a civil fine due to medication service violations.
Findings
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, placing them at risk for medical complications. This was a recurring deficiency previously cited on January 27, 2023.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related, and the deficiency was substantiated, resulting in a civil fine.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Failure to ensure residents received medications as prescribed for two residents, resulting in missed medications for 5 and 11 days.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 400 Days medication missed: 5 Days medication missed: 11
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Michael BurdickField ManagerContact for submission of Plan of Correction and inquiries
Matt HauserCompliance SpecialistSigned the enforcement letter
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 10 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 violations related to fire protection and safety systems.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple violations including failure to provide required fire protection system testing and maintenance reports, failure to conduct required fire drills, and failure to provide documentation of emergency lighting tests. The facility remains disapproved due to these unresolved deficiencies.
Deficiencies (10)
Description
Facility failed to provide forward flow flowing system demand
Facility failed to provide 5 year hydrostatic testing
Facility failed to provide the following reports: 5 year internal, 5 year FDC hydro, Annual forward flow
Facility failed to provide annual emergency light testing
Facility failed to provide annual generator inspection and annual fuel testing
Facility failed to conduct fire drills once per shift per quarter
Facility failed to provide annual dry system trip test and 3 year dry system trip test reports
Facility failed to provide semi annual hood system inspection report
Facility failed to provide documentation of monthly emergency light testing
Facility failed to provide monthly generator run testing
Report Facts
Next inspection scheduled date: May 8, 2024 Next inspection scheduled date: Mar 29, 2024 Next inspection scheduled date: Feb 28, 2024
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Nicholas WoldenDeputy State Fire MarshalNamed as the Deputy State Fire Marshal conducting the inspection
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 1 Jan 3, 2024
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The Department of Social and Health Services conducted a complaint investigation at Bonaventure of Salmon Creek to address allegations related to medication availability and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Findings
The investigation found that the licensee failed to obtain a prescribed medication for one resident, resulting in the resident not receiving the medication as ordered for 6 days, placing them at risk for health complications. This deficiency was recurring from previous citations.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related and resulted in a civil fine of $600.00 for nonavailability of medications. The deficiency was recurring, previously cited on September 20, 2022, and December 14, 2022.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Failure to obtain a prescribed medication for one resident, resulting in the resident not receiving medication as ordered for 6 days.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 600 Days medication not received: 6
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Michael BurdickField ManagerContact person for plan of correction and appeals
Matt HauserCompliance SpecialistSigned the imposition of civil fine letter
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 0 Nov 20, 2023
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The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility on 11/20/2023 to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies, and the facility meets the Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. The Department confirmed that all previously cited deficiencies were corrected.
Report Facts
Compliance Determination Completion Dates: Compliance Determination(s) 32815 (Completion Date 11/20/2023) and 28736 (Completion Date 09/21/2023)
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kyle GehlenALF Licensor - LTCDepartment staff who did the off-site verification
Jennifer SiharathALF LicensorDepartment staff who did the off-site verification
Michael BurdickField ManagerSigned the follow-up inspection letter
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 71 Deficiencies: 1 Nov 9, 2023
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced on-site complaint investigation triggered by an allegation of mismanagement of resident medications.
Findings
The investigation found a failed provider practice related to the facility's failure to obtain a prescribed medication for one resident, resulting in the resident missing medication doses for six days and being at risk for health complications.
Complaint Details
The complaint involved an allegation of mismanagement of resident medications. The investigation substantiated a failed provider practice with citations written.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Failure to obtain a prescribed medication for 1 of 3 residents reviewed, resulting in missed doses for 6 days and risk of health complications.
Report Facts
Total residents: 71 Resident sample size: 3 Missed medication doses in October: 6 Missed medication doses in November: 5 Scheduled doses in October: 62 Scheduled doses in November: 60
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Yvonne ChitekweInvestigatorDepartment staff who investigated the Assisted Living Facility
Michael BurdickField ManagerSigned follow-up inspection letter
Rachel TurnerAdministrator or RepresentativeSigned Plan of Correction and Attestation Statement
Staff CMedication TechnicianReported facility failed to follow through appropriately with recognizing and responding to medication unavailability
Staff BMemory Care DirectorReported it is not acceptable for a resident to go six days without prescribed medication
Staff AExecutive DirectorReported facility failed to follow through appropriately with recognizing and responding to medication unavailability
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 1 Sep 27, 2023
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The Department of Social and Health Services completed a Complaint Investigation at Bonaventure of Salmon Creek on September 27, 2023, due to concerns about the facility's monitoring of residents' well-being.
Findings
The licensee failed to evaluate and take appropriate action for one resident with changes in physical condition and increased confusion, resulting in delayed evaluation, increased falls, hospitalization, and worsening urinary tract infection. This deficiency was recurring from a previous citation on January 31, 2023.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation conducted on September 27, 2023; the deficiency was substantiated and resulted in a civil fine.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Failure to evaluate and take appropriate action for one resident reviewed for changes in physical condition and increased confusion, resulting in delayed evaluation and adverse outcomes.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 500
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Matt HauserCompliance SpecialistSigned the imposition of civil fine letter
Michael BurdickField ManagerContact person for plan of correction and inquiries
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 76 Deficiencies: 1 Sep 5, 2023
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The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation based on allegations that residents' medical needs were not monitored or documented, nursing services were inadequate, the physical environment was unsafe, and residents' quality of life was compromised.
Findings
The investigation substantiated failed provider practices related to monitoring and documenting residents' well-being and nursing services, while no failed practice was found regarding the physical environment. Citations were written for the deficiencies identified.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated with findings that residents' medical needs and well-being were not monitored or documented, nursing services failed to monitor resident well-being, and quality of life needs were unmet. The physical environment allegation was not substantiated.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Facility failed to evaluate and take appropriate action for changes in a resident's physical condition, resulting in delayed evaluation and adverse outcomes.
Report Facts
Total residents: 76 Resident sample size: 3 Closed records sample size: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Yvonne ChitekweInvestigatorConducted the complaint investigation and on-site verification
Michael BurdickField ManagerSigned follow-up inspection letter
Staff AAssisted Living Facility DirectorConfirmed failure to follow up on urine specimen collection and documentation
Inspection Report Follow-Up Deficiencies: 0 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, indicating the facility meets Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements and corrected prior deficiencies.
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Yvonne ChitekweDepartment staff who did the on-site verification during the follow-up inspection.
Jacob UblALF NCI CIDepartment staff who did the on-site verification during the follow-up inspection and investigator for complaint investigations.
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 5 Apr 3, 2023
Visit Reason
The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a re-inspection at the facility to verify correction of previous violations.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple outstanding violations related to fire safety, including failure to provide fire damper repair reports, failure to provide 5-year fire department connection inspection, improper securing of carbon dioxide cylinders, lack of detection or ventilation for carbon dioxide systems, and failure to provide required fire drills.
Deficiencies (5)
Description
Facility failed to provide fire damper repair reports
Facility failed to provide 5 year FDC inspection
Carbon dioxide cylinders shall be properly secured
Detection or ventilation shall be provided for carbon dioxide system
Facility failed to provide fire drills as required
Report Facts
Next inspection scheduled date: May 3, 2023
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Rachel TurnerExecutive DirectorOwner or Owner's Representative signing the inspection report
Nicholas WoldenDeputy State Fire MarshalConducted the inspection and signed the report
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 1 Mar 31, 2023
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The Department of Social and Health Services conducted a complaint investigation at Bonaventure of Salmon Creek to assess compliance with reporting significant changes in residents' conditions.
Findings
The licensee failed to report significant changes in condition for two residents, placing them at risk for health complications. This deficiency was recurring, previously cited on January 19, 2023.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation conducted on March 31, 2023; deficiency was substantiated as the licensee failed to report significant changes in condition for two residents.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Failure to report a significant change in condition for two residents.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 300 Number of residents with unreported condition changes: 2
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Michael BurdickField ManagerContact person for submission of Plan of Correction and inquiries.
Matt HauserCompliance SpecialistSigned the letter imposing the civil fine.
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 6 Capacity: 46 Deficiencies: 1 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 medication administration and licensing compliance.
Findings
The follow-up inspection on 03/10/2023 found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility meets Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. The prior deficiencies related to failure to obtain prescribed medications for residents were corrected.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation conducted from 09/14/2022 through 09/19/2022 regarding allegations that the facility did not have medications available to give to residents as prescribed. The investigation found failed provider practice with citations written.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Failure to obtain prescribed medications for residents, placing them at risk for health complications due to missed medications.
Report Facts
Residents present during follow-up visit: 6 Total licensed capacity: 46 Resident sample size: 9 Days medications unavailable: 16
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jacob UblALF NCI CIDepartment staff who conducted the on-site verification and complaint investigation
Michael BurdickField ManagerSigned follow-up inspection letter confirming no deficiencies
Cory CisnerosField ManagerSigned complaint investigation and enforcement correspondence
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 68 Deficiencies: 0 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.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility meets the Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements.
Report Facts
Residents present during inspection: 68 Resident sample size: 53 Total residents: 53 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
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jacob UblALF NCI CIDepartment staff who did the on-site verification during follow-up inspection
Michael BurdickField ManagerSigned letter regarding follow-up inspection
Clinton FridleyNCI, ALF Complaint InvestigatorInvestigator for complaint investigations related to infection control and medication cart security
Staff AReceptionistObserved not wearing facemask properly during infection control complaint investigation
Staff BReceptionistObserved not wearing facemask properly during infection control complaint investigation
Staff CRegistered NurseObserved with facemask below chin during infection control complaint investigation
Staff DExecutive DirectorObserved during infection control complaint investigation
Staff ECaregiverObserved not wearing facemask properly during infection control complaint investigation
Staff FCaregiverObserved not wearing facemask properly during infection control complaint investigation
Staff GHousekeeperObserved without facemask and later putting on facemask during infection control complaint investigation
Staff HActivity DirectorObserved not wearing facemask properly during infection control complaint investigation
Staff IMedication AidObserved not wearing eye protection during infection control complaint investigation
Staff JMedication AidObserved not wearing eye protection during infection control complaint investigation
Staff KCaregiverObserved not wearing eye protection during infection control complaint investigation
Staff LCaregiverObserved not wearing eye protection during infection control complaint investigation
Staff MCaregiverObserved not wearing eye protection and face mask properly during infection control complaint investigation
Staff NCaregiverObserved not wearing eye protection and face mask properly during infection control complaint investigation
Staff QMedication AidReported issues with fit testing and PPE during infection control complaint investigation
Staff RCaregiverObserved not wearing eye protection and face mask properly during infection control complaint investigation
Staff AExecutive DirectorReported on fit testing and PPE compliance during infection control complaint investigation
Staff CMemory Care DirectorReported on PPE requirements and observed staff compliance during infection control complaint investigation
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 68 Deficiencies: 1 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 and staff practices.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility meets Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. Previous deficiencies related to infection control and staff not locking medication carts were corrected.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation found that the facility failed to complete a plan of correction for infection control and staff not locking medication carts. The investigation concluded that a failed provider practice was identified and citations were written.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Failure to complete, implement, and submit a plan of correction for infection control and staff not locking medication carts.
Report Facts
Total residents: 68 Resident sample size: 68 Closed records sample size: 0 Days to complete correction: 45
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jacob UblALF NCI CIDepartment staff who conducted on-site verification and complaint investigation
Michael BurdickField ManagerSigned follow-up inspection report letter
Jody JustField ManagerSigned complaint investigation and enforcement letters
Staff AExecutive DirectorFacility staff referenced in complaint investigation regarding failure to complete plan of correction
Staff CRegional Director of OperationsReported meeting with Executive Director regarding overdue plan of correction
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Deficiencies: 0 Mar 9, 2023
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This document is a follow-up letter communicating the results of the Informal Dispute Resolution (IDR) process held on March 9, 2023, regarding disputed deficiencies from a prior Statement of Deficiencies dated January 19, 2023.
Findings
After review of all submitted materials and statements, the decision was made to uphold the original Statement of Deficiencies without changes.
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Rebecca FuestonIDR Program ManagerAuthor of the IDR results letter and contact person for the dispute resolution process.
Michael BurdickField ManagerRecipient for the Plan/Attestation Statement related to disputed deficiencies.
Matt HauserCompliance SpecialistCopied on the IDR results letter.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 68 Deficiencies: 10 Jan 19, 2023
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The investigation was conducted due to multiple complaints alleging failure to monitor residents' well-being, failure to provide services as per negotiated agreements, medication availability issues, failure to notify primary care providers, failure to provide record requests timely, and failure to provide proper notice of charge increases.
Findings
Multiple failed practices were identified including failure to notify primary care providers of resident illness, failure to implement negotiated service agreements, failure to provide timely record requests, failure to monitor residents' blood pressure as prescribed, failure to provide medications timely, failure to provide 30-day notice for charge increases, failure to notify primary care providers of medication refusals, and failure to monitor residents' well-being. The facility was found not in compliance with several licensing laws and regulations.
Complaint Details
The investigation was complaint-driven with allegations including failure to monitor residents' well-being, failure to provide services as per negotiated agreements, failure to provide medications timely, failure to notify primary care providers, failure to provide timely record requests, and failure to provide proper notice of charge increases. Multiple failed practices were substantiated and citations were written.
Deficiencies (10)
Description
Facility did not notify primary care provider of resident being ill.
Facility failed to implement negotiated service agreements for residents.
Facility failed to provide residents' representatives with timely record requests.
Facility failed to monitor residents' blood pressure daily as prescribed.
Facility failed to provide medications timely due to pharmacy ordering delays.
Facility failed to provide 30-day notice prior to increasing charges.
Facility failed to notify primary care providers of medication refusals for multiple residents.
Facility failed to monitor residents' well-being including weight tracking and skin issues.
Facility failed to provide a medication policy to show notification to primary care providers of medication refusals.
Facility failed to provide residents or representatives with written notice prior to increasing care and service charges.
Report Facts
Total residents: 68 Resident sample size: 9 Closed records sample size: 0 Blood pressure measurements scheduled: 31 Blood pressure measurements not performed: 14 Blood pressure measurements scheduled: 16 Blood pressure measurements not performed: 9 Weight loss: 20 Medication refusals: 4 Medication refusals: 21 Medication refusals: 8 Medication refusals: 5
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jacob UblALF NCI CI InvestigatorInvestigator conducting the complaint investigations
Staff BExecutive DirectorReported on resident vital signs monitoring, medication management issues, and communication problems
Staff CMedication AidObserved not taking blood pressure and not trained on blood pressure cuff use
Staff AFacility Staff MemberReported on missed medications, treatments, documentation issues, and staff turnover
Staff DRegional Director of OperationsReported on facility management understanding and communication regarding resident service agreements and notices
Inspection Report Enforcement Deficiencies: 1 Jan 19, 2023
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The Department of Social and Health Services conducted an investigation at the assisted living facility Bonaventure of Salmon Creek, resulting in a formal notice of a civil fine due to violations related to medication services.
Findings
The licensee failed to provide safe medication services for one resident, resulting in the resident not receiving their blood pressure check and related medications as ordered, placing the resident at risk for health complications. This deficiency was recurring from previous citations.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Failure to provide safe medication services resulting in missed blood pressure checks and medications for one resident.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 500
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Matt HauserCompliance SpecialistSigned the enforcement letter
Cory CisnerosField ManagerContact person for plan of correction and inquiries
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 22 Deficiencies: 1 Jan 10, 2023
Visit Reason
The complaint investigation was conducted due to allegations including infection control issues, medication errors, improper discharge notice, and failure to provide requested records timely.
Findings
The investigation found no substantiated concerns for infection control, medication errors, or discharge notice, but identified a failed practice related to the facility's failure to provide requested records timely. The facility was cited for this deficiency and required to correct it within 45 days.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was based on allegations of infection control, medication errors, discharge notice issues, and failure to provide requested records. The facility was unable to substantiate failed practice for infection control, medication errors, and discharge notice, but failed practice was identified for not providing requested records timely.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Failure to provide requested records to department representatives in a timely manner.
Report Facts
Total residents: 22 Resident sample size: 2 Closed records sample size: 1 Correction time frame: 45 Complaint number: 61388
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jacob UblInvestigator, ALF NCI CIConducted the complaint investigation and off-site verification
Notice Deficiencies: 0 Dec 29, 2022
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The notice was issued to impose conditions on the facility's license based on a prior Statement of Deficiencies dated December 14, 2022, requiring development and implementation of an infection control system including PPE training and fit testing.
Findings
The Department requires the licensee to collaborate with the Local Health Jurisdiction to develop an infection control system, including PPE training and fit testing for all staff, and to provide documentation by January 31, 2023.
Report Facts
Deadline for documentation: Jan 31, 2023
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Matt HauserCompliance SpecialistSigned the Notice of Conditions on License
Inspection Report Enforcement Deficiencies: 1 Dec 14, 2022
Visit Reason
The Department of Social and Health Services conducted a follow-up visit to Bonaventure of Salmon Creek to address previously cited deficiencies and to impose a civil fine related to medication nonavailability violations.
Findings
The licensee failed to obtain prescribed medications for four residents, placing them at risk for health complications. This violation was previously cited and remains uncorrected, resulting in a $300 civil fine.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Failure to obtain prescribed medications for four residents
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 300 Number of residents affected: 4
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Cory CisnerosField ManagerContact person for plan of correction and appeals
Matt HauserCompliance SpecialistSigned the enforcement letter
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 68 Deficiencies: 1 Dec 14, 2022
Visit Reason
The Department of Social and Health Services completed a follow-up visit to the assisted living facility to assess compliance with infection control measures and to address previously cited deficiencies.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure required infection control measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including staff not wearing facemasks as required and failure to document and track fit testing of staff. These deficiencies placed residents, staff, and visitors at risk and were recurring and uncorrected from prior citations.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Failure to ensure required infection control measures including staff not wearing facemasks and failure to document and track fit testing of staff.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 900 Resident census: 68
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Cory CisnerosField ManagerContact person for plan of correction and follow-up
Matt HauserCompliance SpecialistSigned the enforcement letter
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 68 Deficiencies: 1 Dec 9, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an unannounced on-site complaint investigation regarding allegations of infection control failures, specifically that the facility did not notify the Local Health Jurisdiction of a suspected gastrointestinal virus outbreak.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility failed to notify or seek direction from the Local Health Jurisdiction about the suspected outbreak, violating infection control policies and placing all residents, staff, and visitors at risk. The facility did not officially declare the outbreak or notify family members despite multiple residents showing symptoms.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that the facility did not notify the Local Health Jurisdiction of a suspected outbreak. The investigation substantiated this allegation, identifying a failed provider practice and issuing citations.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Facility failed to implement infection control reporting after a suspected outbreak, not notifying the Local Health Jurisdiction as required by policy.
Report Facts
Total residents: 68 Resident sample size: 3
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jacob UblInvestigatorConducted the complaint investigation and on-site verification
Staff BRegistered NurseReported residents vomiting and diarrhea, did not notify Local Health Department
Staff AMedication TechnicianReported residents vomiting and diarrhea, suspected outbreak not declared
Staff CAssisted Living DirectorReported suspected COVID testing, no notification to Local Health Department
Staff DMedication TechnicianReported residents vomiting more than baseline
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 68 Deficiencies: 1 Nov 16, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation regarding a resident to resident altercation and issues related to admission, transfer, and discharge rights.
Findings
The facility had trained caregivers to minimize and avoid similar incidents and took appropriate actions after the altercation, but failed to complete an admission assessment for one resident, which was identified as a failed practice.
Complaint Details
The complaint involved a resident to resident altercation. The facility was unable to substantiate failed practice related to quality of care/treatment but was found to have failed practice regarding admission assessment completion.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Failure to complete an admission assessment for a resident.
Report Facts
Total residents: 68 Resident sample size: 3
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jacob UblALF NCI CIInvestigator who conducted the on-site verification and investigation
Notice Deficiencies: 0 Bonaventure of Salmon Creek 2321 IDR Scheduling Letter 0223
Visit Reason
The document 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 does not contain inspection findings but addresses the dispute of citations WAC 388-78A-2130 and WAC 388-78A-2210 and the related civil fine.
Report Facts
Civil Fine Date: Jan 31, 2023 Statement of Deficiencies Date: Jan 19, 2023 IDR Meeting Date: Mar 9, 2023
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Rachelle TurnerExecutive DirectorFacility representative participating in the IDR process.

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