Inspection Reports for El Rio Memory Care Community

2828 Healthcare Way, Modesto, CA 95356, United States, CA, 95356

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Inspection Report Summary

Most inspections found no deficiencies, with routine and case management visits consistently showing compliance and a well-maintained environment. Several complaint investigations were substantiated, primarily involving issues with medication management, resident care including supervision and hygiene, and infection control, with some findings posing immediate risks to resident health and safety. The facility faced a significant enforcement action in September 2024, when civil penalties totaling $10,000 were assessed due to neglect resulting in serious injury from a pressure wound. More recent reports from June through September 2025 show improvement, with no deficiencies cited and compliance maintained, including proper posting of licensing documents and staff training updates. The latest inspection on September 11, 2025, had no deficiencies, indicating progress following earlier concerns.

Deficiencies per Year

8 6 4 2 0
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
High Moderate Unclassified

Census Over Time

36 45 54 63 72 81 Feb '21 Sep '22 Mar '23 Oct '23 Jan '24 Dec '24 Sep '25
Census Capacity
Inspection Report Census: 57 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 11, 2025
Visit Reason
The unannounced visit was conducted to ensure compliance with Health and Safety Code (HSC) 1569.38 regarding the posting of licensing reports and disclosure to new residents, specifically related to the facility's receipt and posting of an Accusation to suspend or revoke the license.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with HSC 1569.38, as the Accusation was properly posted in a location easily viewable by residents and visitors, and written notices were distributed to current residents and mailed to responsible parties within the required timeframe.
Report Facts
Civil penalty amount per day: 100 Maximum total civil penalty: 5000
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Theresa PettapieceAdministratorMet with during inspection and responsible for posting Accusation and notices
Lisa RiosLicensing Program ManagerConducted the inspection visit
Ellen LindstromLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection visit and observation
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 1 Aug 21, 2025
Visit Reason
This was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by an allegation that the facility did not ensure that staff receive CPR/First Aid training.
Findings
The investigation found that while all Med Techs and Licensing Vocational Nurses had valid CPR/First Aid training, only five of twenty-four Resident Assistants had valid CPR/First Aid training. The facility policy required only one staff member on premises to have First Aid training, which posed a potential risk to residents' health and safety.
Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated. The allegation was that the facility did not ensure staff received CPR/First Aid training. The investigation confirmed this deficiency.
Severity Breakdown
Type B: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Personnel Requirements: All RCFE staff who assist residents with personal activities of daily living shall receive initial and annual training including appropriate first aid training. The facility policy requiring only one staff on premises to be First Aid trained was not met.Type B
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 72 Resident Assistants with valid CPR/First Aid training: 5
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Theresa PettapieceAdministratorMet with during the investigation
Reshmika SharmaDirector of Resident ServicesInterviewed during the investigation
Ellen LindstromLicensing Program AnalystConducted the investigation
Lisa RiosLicensing Program ManagerOversaw the investigation
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 61 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 1 Jul 24, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted to investigate allegations that staff restrained a resident in care.
Findings
The investigation included inspections, interviews with residents and staff, and records review. The allegation that staff restrained a resident was found to be unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that staff restrained a resident in care. After investigation, including interviews and observations, the allegation was determined to be unsubstantiated.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
This 9099D was written in error.
Report Facts
Capacity: 72 Census: 61 Estimated Days of Completion: 90
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Ellen LindstromLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and inspections
Lisa RiosLicensing Program ManagerOversaw the complaint investigation and delivered findings
Reshmika SharmaDirector of Resident ServicesMet with investigators during the visit
Inspection Report Census: 61 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Jun 17, 2025
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced case management site visit to check in with facility administration about the Absence Without Leave (AWOL) of a resident in the Memory Care unit on 05/28/2025, which was self-reported by the facility.
Findings
No deficiencies were cited during this site visit. The facility conducted staff training on elopement prevention following the incident, and the resident involved was reclassified as an elopement risk with increased monitoring.
Report Facts
Staff trained on elopement prevention: 14
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Theresa PettapieceDesignated Facility AdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit and involved in the incident review
Reshmika SharmaDirector of Resident ServicesMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit and provided care plans and incident details
Ellen LindstromLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced case management site visit
Lisa RiosLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on the report
Inspection Report Routine Census: 61 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Jun 17, 2025
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced case management site visit to check in with facility management about a recent COVID-19 outbreak at the facility, which had been self-reported by the facility.
Findings
The facility implemented infection control practices including isolating COVID-positive residents, testing symptomatic residents, providing masks, and temporarily relocating residents in double-occupancy rooms. Management reported no further COVID cases since 06/06/2025. No deficiencies were cited during this visit.
Report Facts
COVID positive residents: 15 COVID positive staff: 9 COVID positive residents: 6 COVID positive staff: 3
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Reshmika SharmaDirector of Resident ServicesInterviewed regarding infection control practices during COVID outbreak
Ellen LindstromLicensing Program AnalystConducted the site visit and interview
Lisa RiosLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on report
Inspection Report Census: 59 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Mar 7, 2025
Visit Reason
The visit was a Case Management inspection conducted to review hospice client care and documentation at the facility.
Findings
No deficiencies were cited during the visit. The facility maintains required admission documentation from third-party hospice services and provides coordinated care for hospice clients. The facility expressed intent to increase hospice client capacity and staffing.
Report Facts
Hospice clients: 15 Hospice clients observed: 5 Facility capacity: 72 Current census: 59 Hospice client increase plan: 18
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Reshmika SharmaDirector of Resident ServicesMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit and provided documentation and information about hospice care
Renee CampbellLicensing Program AnalystConducted the Case Management visit and inspection
Lisa RiosLicensing Program ManagerNamed in the report as Licensing Program Manager
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 53 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 3 Dec 19, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by multiple allegations including resident falls resulting in injuries, neglect leading to hospitalization due to dehydration, failure to follow resident care plans, and other care concerns.
Findings
The investigation substantiated multiple allegations including that a resident sustained multiple falls with injuries due to inadequate supervision, the facility's neglect resulting in severe dehydration and hospitalization, and staff failure to follow the resident's care plan. The facility was found to be understaffed, impacting proper care and supervision. Some allegations related to food service and toileting needs were unsubstantiated, and one allegation regarding timely notification of hospice care was unfounded.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated for allegations that a resident sustained multiple falls resulting in injuries, the facility neglected the resident leading to severe dehydration and hospitalization, and staff did not follow the resident's care plan. The investigation included interviews with current and former staff, hospice agency staff, residents, and review of medical and facility records. Some allegations such as failure to provide proper food service and timely toileting were unsubstantiated, and the allegation that staff failed to notify hospice care in a timely manner was unfounded.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 2 Type B: 1
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to provide care and supervision as required, resulting in multiple falls with injury to a resident.Type A
Failure to regularly observe residents for changes in physical, mental, emotional and social functioning, resulting in failure to recognize severe dehydration.Type A
Inadequate direct care staff to support residents with dementia, including failure to complete required 30-minute checks due to understaffing.Type B
Report Facts
Civil penalty amount: 1500 Number of unwitnessed falls for Resident 1: 9 Staff hired since complaint: 8
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Theresa PettapieceExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation and named in findings.
Maja JensenLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report.
Lisa RiosLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager overseeing the investigation.
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 53 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Dec 5, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced required one year annual visit conducted by Licensing Program Analyst Maja Jensen to evaluate the facility's compliance with regulatory standards.
Findings
The facility was found to be sanitary, well-maintained, and compliant with all regulatory requirements. No deficiencies were observed during the inspection. Residents and staff expressed satisfaction with care, activities, and food service.
Report Facts
Hospice residents: 10 Hospice waiver capacity: 15 Perishable food supply: 2 Non-perishable food supply: 7 Staff files reviewed: 6
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maja JensenLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and provided technical assistance
Theresa PettapieceExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection
Inspection Report Census: 53 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Dec 5, 2024
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced case management inspection conducted in relation to multiple death reports received for residents on hospice between 11/2/24 and 11/9/24.
Findings
No deficiencies were observed during the inspection. The reporting of deaths appeared to be compliant with timely submission of required documentation.
Report Facts
Resident deaths reported: 4
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Theresa PettapieceExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection
Maja JensenLicensing Program AnalystConducted the case management inspection
Lisa RiosLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report header and signature section
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Nov 21, 2024
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted in response to allegations received on 08/14/2024 regarding resident assessments prior to admission and staff meeting residents' dietary needs.
Findings
The investigation found both allegations to be unsubstantiated. Staff indicated assessments prior to admission were often incomplete but not absent, and there was no evidence that residents' dietary needs were unmet. Technical assistance was provided and new policies are being implemented.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated. Allegation 1 regarding failure to assess residents prior to admission was found unsubstantiated due to incomplete but present assessments. Allegation 2 regarding staff not meeting residents' dietary needs was also unsubstantiated with no evidence of inappropriate diets served.
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 72
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maja JensenLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and provided technical assistance
Lisa RiosLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on the report
Theresa PettapieceExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the investigation and discussed policy changes
Carlin RobertsonAdministratorFacility administrator named in the report
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Nov 21, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted in response to allegations received on 08/16/2024 regarding resident care and environment at the facility.
Findings
The investigation found all allegations unsubstantiated after interviews with staff, residents, and family members, and multiple facility inspections. No deficiencies were cited, and technical assistance was provided on managed incontinence.
Complaint Details
The complaint included allegations that staff did not ensure residents ate breakfast timely, residents were being neglected, and staff did not provide a comfortable environment. All allegations were found unsubstantiated based on evidence gathered during the investigation.
Report Facts
Capacity: 72
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maja JensenLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Theresa PettapieceExecutive DirectorFacility administrator met during the investigation
Lisa RiosLicensing Program ManagerNamed in the report as Licensing Program Manager
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 1 Oct 1, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted in response to multiple allegations received on 07/22/2024 regarding resident care and facility conditions at El Rio Memory Care Community.
Findings
The investigation found one allegation substantiated related to failure to provide timely incontinence care resulting in a resident being in soiled clothing in a common area. Other allegations including residents not being allowed to remain in the dining hall, lack of private visits, unsanitary conditions, and infection control violations were found to be unsubstantiated or unfounded.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was triggered by multiple allegations including staff not allowing a resident to remain in the dining hall, lack of private visits, residents not kept in clean dry clothing, unsanitary conditions, and failure to follow infection control guidelines. One allegation regarding soiled clothing due to delayed incontinence care was substantiated. Other allegations were unsubstantiated or unfounded.
Severity Breakdown
Type B: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Managed Incontinence - The licensee failed to ensure that incontinent residents are kept clean and dry as evidenced by a resident being in soiled clothing in a common area.Type B
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 72 Plan of Correction due date: Oct 8, 2024
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maja JensenLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Theresa PettapieceExecutive DirectorInterviewed during investigation and provided statements regarding allegations
Carlin RobertsonAdministratorNamed as facility administrator
Lisa RiosLicensing Program ManagerOversaw licensing program and named in report
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 3 Sep 19, 2024
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced follow-up on a complaint investigation received on November 22, 2022, regarding allegations of neglect and failure to reposition a resident resulting in a pressure wound.
Findings
The complaint investigation substantiated that the facility failed to reposition a resident, resulting in a pressure wound, and failed to seek timely medical care, leading to serious bodily injury including hospitalization for a stage 4 pressure injury and sepsis. Civil penalties totaling $10,000 were assessed, with $1,000 previously issued and an additional $9,000 assessed on this visit.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated for failure to reposition a resident and failure to seek timely medical care, resulting in serious bodily injury. Immediate civil penalties of $1,000 were previously issued, and an additional civil penalty of $9,000 was assessed for serious bodily injury.
Deficiencies (3)
Description
Facility did not reposition a resident resulting in a pressure wound.
Facility failed to seek timely medical care for a pressure wound.
Facility staff neglected a resident resulting in injury.
Report Facts
Civil penalty amount: 10000 Immediate civil penalties previously assessed: 1000
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Theresa PettapieceExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and acknowledged receipt of appeal rights
Maja JensenLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced complaint follow-up visit and signed the report
Lisa RiosLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report as Licensing Program Manager
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 61 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 2 Sep 19, 2024
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to a complaint received on June 25, 2024, alleging staff were not properly trained and not meeting residents' hygiene needs.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that staff lacked specialized training for caring for residents with pressure injuries and use of a hoyer lift. Additionally, staff failed to meet residents' hygiene needs, as evidenced by observations of residents with soiled clothing, lack of shoes, and delayed assistance.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated for allegations that staff were not properly trained and were not meeting residents' hygiene needs.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 1 Type B: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Staff providing care for residents with wounds and requiring hoyer lift use received no specialized training, posing immediate risk to residents' health and safety.Type A
Multiple residents were observed in need of assistance with grooming, posing potential risk to safety and personal rights.Type B
Report Facts
Capacity: 72 Census: 61 Plan of Correction Due Date: Sep 20, 2024 Plan of Correction Due Date: Oct 10, 2024
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maja JensenLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and interviews
Theresa PettapieceExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation
Carlin RobertsonAdministratorFacility administrator named in report header
Lisa RiosLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager overseeing investigation
Inspection Report Routine Census: 56 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 May 20, 2024
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced quarterly health and safety check conducted by Licensing Program Analyst Maja Jensen to assess the facility's compliance with health and safety standards.
Findings
The facility was observed to be sanitary, odor-free, and in substantial compliance with no deficiencies cited. The delayed egress doors and outdoor secured area met safety requirements, and staff followed safe food service principles. The facility is converting to an electronic medication administration record system.
Report Facts
Food supply duration: 2 Food supply duration: 7 Delayed egress door delay: 15 Fire clearance delayed egress limit: 30
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maja JensenLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and authored the report
Carlin RobertsonExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection
Kent E MulkeyAdministrator/DirectorFacility Administrator named in report header
Inspection Report Routine Census: 54 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Mar 20, 2024
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced quarterly health and safety check conducted by Licensing Program Analyst Maja Jensen to assess compliance and facility conditions.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with no deficiencies issued. Technical assistance was provided regarding the administrator change, food supply recommendations, and medication documentation consolidation.
Report Facts
Staff files reviewed: 3 Resident files reviewed: 3 Food supply duration: 2 Hours per week: 40
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Carlin RobertsonExecutive DirectorNamed as new Executive Director and interviewed during the visit
Maja JensenLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection visit
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 55 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Mar 4, 2024
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced case management inspection conducted regarding an incident reported to the department on 2024-02-23 involving a resident's fall.
Findings
The Licensing Program Analyst reviewed the incident report of a witnessed fall of Resident 1, who was hospitalized and returned to the facility. The facility is conducting half-hour checks on the resident and has a fall plan in place. No deficiencies were observed or cited during the visit.
Complaint Details
The visit was triggered by a complaint incident reported on 2024-02-23 concerning a resident's fall. The complaint was investigated and no deficiencies were found.
Report Facts
Census: 55 Total Capacity: 72
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Carlin RobertsonAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit and explained the reason for the visit
Jason LundLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced case management visit
Lisa RiosLicensing Program ManagerNamed in the report as Licensing Program Manager
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 57 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 1 Jan 8, 2024
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted due to an allegation that staff mishandled a resident's medications while in care.
Findings
The investigation substantiated the allegation that a resident missed ten doses of a prescribed ACE inhibitor medication from 9/16/22 through 9/25/22 without explanation, posing an immediate risk to the resident's health and safety.
Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated based on evidence that a resident did not receive a prescribed medication for 10 days, meeting the preponderance of evidence standard.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Incidental Medical and Dental Care: The licensee failed to assist residents with self-administered medications as needed, resulting in a resident missing prescribed medication for 10 days.Type A
Report Facts
Deficiency Type: 1 Days medication missed: 10 Capacity: 72 Census: 57
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maja JensenLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and reviewed Medication Administration Record.
Caress BrownResident Care DirectorMet with the Licensing Program Analyst during the investigation.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 1 Jan 8, 2024
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted based on an allegation that staff did not meet the needs of the resident in care.
Findings
The investigation found substantiated evidence of missed medication doses and missed blood pressure readings with no action taken by staff to address resident non-compliance, posing a potential risk to residents' health and safety.
Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated based on evidence including missed medication doses documented in the Medication Administration Record and missed blood pressure readings with no corrective action taken by staff.
Severity Breakdown
Type B: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Basic services requirement was not met as evidenced by missed medication doses and lack of action on resident's treatment non-compliance.Type B
Report Facts
Capacity: 72 Missed medication doses: 4 Missed medication doses: 2 Missed medication doses: 5 Blood pressure readings: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maja JensenLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Caress BrownResident Care DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the investigation
Kent E MulkeyAdministratorFacility administrator named in the report
Lisa RiosLicensing Program ManagerNamed in the report as Licensing Program Manager
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 57 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 3 Jan 4, 2024
Visit Reason
Unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted to investigate allegations regarding inaccurate record keeping, failure to address a resident's change in medical condition, and improper incident reporting involving a resident.
Findings
The investigation substantiated three allegations: inaccurate medication administration records and incomplete Needs and Service Plan; failure to address discrepancies between physician's report and Needs and Service Plan; and failure to properly report a resident incident. One allegation regarding failure to follow a licensed physician's orders was unsubstantiated due to insufficient evidence.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated for allegations of inaccurate record keeping, failure to address a resident's change in medical condition, and failure to properly report an incident. One allegation regarding failure to follow a licensed physician's orders was unsubstantiated.
Severity Breakdown
Type B: 3
Deficiencies (3)
DescriptionSeverity
Resident Records - failure to maintain a separate, complete, and current record for each resident.Type B
Reappraisals - failure to update pre-admission appraisal to note significant changes and notify physician and responsible person.Type B
Reporting Requirements - failure to submit a written report to the licensing agency within seven days of any incident threatening resident welfare, safety, or health.Type B
Report Facts
Capacity: 72 Census: 57 Plan of Correction Due Date: Jan 11, 2024
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maja JensenLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Lisa RiosLicensing Program ManagerNamed in relation to the licensing program management and plan of correction oversight
Steve SarineRegional Director of OperationsMet with the Licensing Program Analyst during the investigation
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 58 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 1 Dec 26, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection visit was an unannounced complaint investigation triggered by allegations received on 2023-10-11 regarding resident care issues including grooming, room maintenance, soiled bedding, supervision, and timely bathing.
Findings
Most allegations including grooming, room maintenance, soiled bedding, and supervision were found to be unsubstantiated based on staff interviews, observations, and inspections. However, the allegation that staff did not timely bathe a resident was substantiated based on review of shower logs showing at least 11 weeks without twice weekly showers for a resident.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unannounced and addressed multiple allegations. The majority of allegations were unsubstantiated except for the allegation regarding timely bathing of a resident, which was substantiated based on record review.
Severity Breakdown
Type B: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Basic services including personal assistance and care such as dressing, eating, and bathing were not met as evidenced by inconsistent showering records.Type B
Report Facts
Weeks without twice weekly showers: 11 Capacity: 72 Census: 58
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kent E MulkeyAdministrator / Executive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation
Maja JensenLicensing Program AnalystConducted complaint investigation and interviews
Lisa RiosLicensing Program ManagerOversaw complaint investigation
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 58 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Dec 26, 2023
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted in response to an allegation that a resident was being charged for unagreed services.
Findings
The investigation included review of resident files, admission agreements, and interviews with staff. The allegation was found to be unfounded as services charged aligned with the admission agreement and regulations.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that a resident was being charged for unagreed services. After investigation, the allegation was determined to be unfounded, meaning it was false or without reasonable basis.
Report Facts
Capacity: 72 Census: 58
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kent E MulkeyAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation
Maja JensenLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Lisa RiosLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on report
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 57 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 1 Dec 21, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by allegations received on 2023-08-25 regarding failure to seek medical attention for a resident, failure to report scabies, failure to notify responsible parties, failure to assist with medication administration, and failure to follow the infection control plan.
Findings
The investigation found the allegations that the facility did not seek medical attention, failed to report scabies, and failed to notify responsible parties were unsubstantiated. However, the allegation that the facility failed to assist with medication administration was substantiated due to failure to administer a second dose of prescribed antiparasitic medication to a resident, posing an immediate health and safety risk. The allegation regarding failure to follow the infection control plan had been previously substantiated with citations issued, and no new citations were issued.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was triggered by allegations that the facility did not seek medical attention for a resident, failed to report a resident's scabies to Licensing, failed to notify responsible parties, failed to assist with medication administration, and failed to follow its infection control plan. The investigation included interviews with staff, residents, and a hospice nurse, as well as record reviews. The allegations about medical attention, reporting, and notification were unsubstantiated. The failure to assist with medication administration was substantiated. The failure to follow the infection control plan was previously substantiated with citations issued.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
The licensee shall assist residents with self-administered medications as needed. This requirement was not met as evidenced by failure to give a second dose of antiparasitic medication as ordered by a physician.Type A
Report Facts
Capacity: 72 Census: 57 Deficiencies cited: 1 Plan of Correction Due Date: Dec 22, 2023
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kent E MulkeyAdministratorInterviewed during complaint investigation and named in findings
Caress BrownDirector of Resident ServicesMet with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation and exit interview
Vincent MoleskiLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Stephen RichardsonLicensing Program ManagerOversaw complaint investigation
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 58 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 4 Dec 4, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced required 1 year annual inspection conducted to evaluate compliance with licensing regulations.
Findings
The facility was generally found to be sanitary, odor free, and in good repair with compliant water and thermostat temperatures. However, deficiencies were noted including insufficient non-perishable food supply, presence of alcohol and disinfectants accessible to residents with dementia, expired or missing first aid certifications in staff files, and missing physician reports in some resident files.
Deficiencies (4)
Description
Insufficient 7 day supply of non-perishable food on site.
Alcohol and disinfectants accessible in resident rooms, posing risk to persons with dementia.
Two staff files lacked current first aid certification.
Two of four resident files lacked a physician's report completed within the last year.
Report Facts
Census: 58 Total Capacity: 72 Staff files reviewed: 10 Resident files reviewed: 4 Non-perishable food supply: 7 Perishable food supply: 2
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kent E MulkeyAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection.
Maja JensenLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and authored the report.
Lisa RiosLicensing Program ManagerSupervisor of the Licensing Program Analyst.
Inspection Report Routine Census: 58 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 1 Dec 4, 2023
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced quarterly health and safety check conducted by Licensing Program Analyst Maja Jensen to assess compliance with regulatory requirements and review recent incidents and documentation.
Findings
The inspection found that incident reports were being sent timely, but 2 of 4 resident files reviewed contained physician reports over 12 months old, which is a deficiency. Needs and service plans were current. Pest control services were verified as contracted and up to date.
Severity Breakdown
Type B: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Care of Persons with Dementia: Each resident with dementia shall have an annual medical assessment as specified in Section 87458. Two of four resident files did not contain a current LIC 602, posing a potential risk to residents.Type B
Report Facts
Resident files reviewed: 4 Resident files with outdated physician reports: 2 Needs and service plans reviewed: 4 Capacity: 72 Census: 58
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Maja JensenLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and cited deficiencies
Kent E MulkeyAdministratorFacility administrator met during inspection
Lisa RiosLicensing Program ManagerSupervisor and Licensing Program Manager overseeing the inspection
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 56 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 5 Oct 27, 2023
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to multiple allegations including a scabies outbreak, failure to meet residents' hygiene needs, failure to follow infectious outbreak protocols, and failure to report the rash to families and licensing.
Findings
The investigation substantiated multiple allegations including a scabies outbreak with 29 additional residents treated without proper notification, failure to follow infection control protocols, inadequate resident hygiene due to staffing shortages, and failure to notify families and licensing about the outbreak. One allegation regarding falsification of resident records was unsubstantiated.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated. Allegations included a scabies outbreak, failure to meet hygiene needs, failure to follow infectious outbreak protocols, failure to report the rash to families and licensing. One allegation of staff falsifying resident records was unsubstantiated.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 5
Deficiencies (5)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report an outbreak of scabies within 24 hours and failure to notify licensing of additional cases and treatments after 08/02/23.Type A
Failure to maintain infection control practices including lack of resident isolation, inadequate environmental cleaning, and failure to identify contacts.Type A
Failure to ensure incontinent residents are kept clean and dry, with reports of residents found in soaked briefs and delayed care due to staffing shortages.Type A
Failure to notify responsible parties about residents' scabies diagnosis and treatment as required by the plan of operation.Type A
Failure to report changes in residents' conditions and scabies treatment to licensing within required timeframes.Type A
Report Facts
Residents treated for scabies: 29 Facility capacity: 72 Census: 56 Responsible parties interviewed: 6 Staff interviewed: 6 Deficiency plan of correction due date: Oct 28, 2023
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly ViarellaLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report.
Stephen RichardsonLicensing Program ManagerOversaw the complaint investigation.
Kent MulkeyExecutive DirectorFacility representative interviewed during the investigation.
Karan BassiDirector of Resident ServicesProvided information about scabies outbreak and infection control practices.
Carlin RobertsonCampus Business Office ManagerProvided information during investigation about scabies cases.
Jay DuartePhysical Plant DirectorInterviewed regarding environmental cleaning and housekeeping.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 57 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 18, 2023
Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted as part of a complaint investigation to interview staff and observe residents regarding a reported issue.
Findings
The Licensing Program Analyst observed a resident exhibiting symptoms consistent with scabies and learned that 31 additional residents were suspected of and treated for scabies. The facility failed to report this outbreak to Community Care Licensing and the Department of Public Health.
Complaint Details
The visit was triggered by a complaint investigation related to scabies treatment and reporting. The investigation found that the facility did not report the scabies outbreak as required.
Report Facts
Residents treated for scabies: 31
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kent E MulkeyExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during complaint investigation
Kimberly ViarellaLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit
Stephen RichardsonLicensing Program ManagerNamed in exit interview
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 56 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 1 Oct 12, 2023
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced case management inspection conducted in response to an incident reported to the department on 2023-10-10.
Findings
The inspection found a deficiency related to the personal rights of residents, specifically an incident where a staff member was observed roughly handling a resident in the shower, posing a potential health, safety, and personal rights risk.
Complaint Details
The visit was triggered by an incident reported on 2023-10-10. The complaint was investigated through document review and interviews. The deficiency was substantiated as the staff member was observed roughly handling a resident.
Severity Breakdown
Type B: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Personal Rights of Residents in All Facilities (a) Residents in all residential care facilities for the elderly shall have all of the following personal rights: To be free from punishment, humiliation, intimidation, abuse, or other actions of a punitive nature, such as withholding residents’ money or interfering with daily living functions such as eating, sleeping, or elimination. This requirement was met as evidenced by statements and witnesses who observed staff member roughly handling a resident in the shower, which poses a potential health, safety and personal rights risk to residents in care.Type B
Report Facts
Capacity: 72 Census: 56 Deficiency count: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kent E MulkeyAdministratorFacility administrator present during the inspection
Kesha LewisLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and investigation
Caress BrownResident Services DirectorPresent during the inspection
Liza KingLicensing Program ManagerSupervisor overseeing the inspection
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 56 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 12, 2023
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted due to allegations that staff were not ensuring the facility was free of bed bugs.
Findings
The investigation found the allegations to be unsubstantiated with no deficiencies observed or cited at the time of the visit.
Complaint Details
The complaint was unsubstantiated, meaning there was not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation occurred.
Report Facts
Capacity: 72 Census: 56
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kesha LewisLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Kent E MulkeyAdministratorFacility administrator met with the investigator
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 59 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 2 Oct 3, 2023
Visit Reason
An unannounced Case Management visit was conducted to discuss resident on resident altercations involving resident R1, specifically related to incidents dated 07/26/23 and 08/21/23.
Findings
The inspection found that the facility failed to update the needs and services plan for resident R1 after two resident on resident altercations, despite R1's history of physical aggression. Additionally, staffing levels were insufficient to prevent escalation of violent incidents. Two Type A deficiencies were cited related to dementia care and staffing adequacy.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related, focusing on resident on resident altercations involving resident R1. The complaint was substantiated by findings of deficiencies in care planning and staffing.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 2
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
Dementia care resident has not had a new LIC 602 since 3/3/2021 and the licensee failed to update the needs and services plan of R1 after R1 was involved in 2 separate resident on resident altercations.Type A
Sufficient staffing would have provided the opportunity for staff to redirect R1 before either of the 2 situations escalated to violence. Per R1's appraisal, R1 has a history of physical aggression or violence.Type A
Report Facts
Residents observed in dining room: 18 Resident rooms inspected: 5 Safety checks frequency: 4 Safety checks frequency: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly ViarellaLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced case management visit and authored the report
Stephen RichardsonLicensing Program ManagerSupervisor overseeing the inspection
Karan BassiDirector of Residential ServicesMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit
Carlin RobertsonBusiness Office ManagerAccompanied Licensing Program Analyst during facility tour
Kent E MulkeyAdministratorFacility Administrator requested to be spoken with by Licensing Program Analyst
Inspection Report Monitoring Census: 62 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Aug 22, 2023
Visit Reason
The visit was a Non-Compliance Conference conducted to discuss existing deficiencies, problem areas in the operation of the facility, and ways to bring the facility into compliance to avoid legal action.
Findings
The report identified concerns related to reporting requirements, assessment and reassessment, restricted health conditions, resident on resident altercations, and outbreak infestations. The licensee agreed to corrective actions including ensuring an administrator presence 40 hours a week and conducting regular staff training.
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 72 Census: 62 Administrator presence: 40
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kent E MulkeyExecutive DirectorFacility Administrator named in the report
Steve SarineRegional Director of OperationsMet with during the visit
Liza KingLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager involved in the report
Kimberly ViarellaLicensing Program AnalystNamed as Licensing Program Analyst involved in the report
Inspection Report Census: 62 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Aug 8, 2023
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced collaborative case management visit focused on addressing a recent scabies outbreak at the facility, providing technical support and education.
Findings
The team met with facility leadership and public health representatives to review current infection control practices and provided additional suggestions to improve procedures to eradicate scabies. No citations were issued during this visit.
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kimberly ViarellaLicensing Program AnalystConducted the visit and provided technical support regarding the scabies outbreak.
Kent MulkeyExecutive DirectorMet with the inspection team to discuss infection control practices.
Karan BassiDirector of Nursing StaffShared current practices and procedures addressing the scabies outbreak.
Carlin RobertsonCampus Business Office ManagerMet with the inspection team during the visit.
Zaurina JonesPublic Health NurseParticipated in the collaborative visit and provided infection control suggestions.
Gorlia XiongMedical InvestigatorParticipated in the collaborative visit and provided infection control suggestions.
Inspection Report Plan of Correction Census: 59 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Mar 21, 2023
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced Proof of Correction (POC) visit to amend the 9099D page of the complaint.
Findings
Licensing Program Analyst Jason Lund met with Administrator Mary Keaton, explained the reason for the visit, and conducted the Proof of Correction visit. An exit interview was conducted and the report was left at the facility.
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jason LundLicensing Program AnalystConducted the Proof of Correction visit and met with the Administrator.
Mary KeatonAdministratorFacility Administrator met with the Licensing Program Analyst during the visit.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 58 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 2 Mar 14, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by allegations received on 11/22/2022 regarding neglect and failure to provide timely medical care to a resident resulting in injury.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that the facility failed to provide timely medical care to a resident with a pressure wound, which progressed to a stage 4 wound and sepsis, leading to the resident's death. Another allegation of neglect related to repositioning was found to be unsubstantiated due to insufficient evidence.
Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated based on evidence that the facility neglected a resident by failing to provide timely medical care for a pressure wound, which led to serious injury and death. Another allegation regarding failure to reposition the resident was unsubstantiated.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 2
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
The licensee failed to arrange or assist in arranging timely medical care for the resident's pressure wound, posing an immediate health, safety, and personal rights risk.Type A
Staff failed to notice changes in the resident's condition and failed to seek medical attention, resulting in a stage 4 wound and sepsis.Type A
Report Facts
Estimated Days of Completion: 90 Capacity: 72 Census: 58
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jason LundLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and unannounced visit
Mary KeatonAdministratorFacility administrator met during investigation and mentioned in findings
Stephenie DoubLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager overseeing the investigation
Carlin RobertsonAdministratorFacility administrator met during exit interview and mentioned in findings
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 60 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Feb 14, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection visit was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted in response to an allegation that staff were not following COVID-19 guidelines.
Findings
Based on interviews with residents, staff, and the administrator, as well as facility observations, it was determined that the facility was following COVID-19 precautions appropriately. The allegation was found to be unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that staff were not following COVID-19 guidelines. The investigation found no evidence to substantiate this allegation, and the complaint was determined to be unsubstantiated.
Report Facts
Capacity: 72 Census: 60
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mary KeatonAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the investigation and named in the report
Michael BilgerLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Liza KingLicensing Program ManagerNamed in the report as Licensing Program Manager
Inspection Report Census: 60 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 1 Feb 14, 2023
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced case management visit relating to previous COVID-19 positive cases at the facility.
Findings
It was determined that 15 residents and 2 staff members had positive COVID-19 test results between 1/31/22 and 2/13/22 which were reported to the local health department but not to the licensing department as required. There were no current active COVID-19 cases at the time of the visit, and the facility had been cleared by the local health department since 2/13/23. A citation was issued for failure to report.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to report occurrences such as epidemic outbreaks within 24 hours to the licensing agency and local health officer as required.Type A
Report Facts
COVID-19 positive cases: 15 COVID-19 positive cases: 2 Deficiencies cited: 1
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mary KeatonAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit and involved in interview regarding COVID-19 cases and reporting
Michael BilgerLicensing Program AnalystConducted the case management visit and interview
Liza KingLicensing Program ManagerSupervisor and Licensing Program Manager named in the report
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 72 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 1 Nov 3, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection visit was conducted to investigate a complaint received on 2022-08-22 regarding the facility's failure to report incidents and supervision concerns.
Findings
The complaint that the facility did not report incidents was substantiated based on multiple unwitnessed falls documented without corresponding incident reports sent to the department. The allegation that the facility failed to provide supervision to protect a resident from sexual assault was unsubstantiated.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated for failure to report incidents, specifically multiple unwitnessed falls not reported to the department. The allegation of lack of supervision to protect a resident from sexual assault was unsubstantiated.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Failure to submit written incident reports to the licensing agency within seven days of occurrence, including incidents threatening resident welfare such as falls.Type A
Report Facts
Capacity: 72 Census: 72 Deficiency count: 1 Plan of Correction due date: Nov 4, 2022 Estimated Days of Completion: 0
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mary KeatonAdministratorMet with during investigation and named in findings
Kesha LewisLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Albert JohnsonLicensing Program AnalystAssisted in conducting the complaint investigation
Liza KingLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report as Licensing Program Manager
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 70 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Nov 1, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced required 1 year annual inspection conducted to evaluate the health and safety of residents and compliance with regulations.
Findings
The facility was found to be clean, odor-free, and in good repair with no active COVID cases. All safety equipment and supplies were compliant, and no deficiencies were cited during the inspection.
Report Facts
Water temperature: 107 Capacity: 72 Census: 70
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mary KeatonAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and participated in facility tour
Christopher Hopkins-ClarkeLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and authored the report
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 69 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Oct 11, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by allegations received on 09/07/2022 regarding staff training, resident care, and supervision issues at the facility.
Findings
The investigation found all allegations to be unsubstantiated. Staff were properly trained to care for dementia residents, residents were not left in soiled diapers for extended periods despite some refusal of care, and an alleged altercation between residents was determined to be minor with conflicting witness accounts.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation addressed three allegations: improper staff training, residents left in soiled diapers, and lack of supervision leading to resident altercation. All allegations were found unsubstantiated due to insufficient evidence to prove violations.
Report Facts
Capacity: 72 Census: 69 Training hours: 12
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sarah HurtLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Robin MendezFacility Lead NurseMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and involved in findings
Mary KeatonAdministratorNamed as facility administrator
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 71 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 26, 2022
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted in response to allegations received on 08/15/2022 regarding bed bugs in the facility, unqualified staff giving insulin to residents, and unqualified staff performing wound care.
Findings
The investigation found no current evidence of bed bugs in resident rooms, no unqualified staff giving insulin, and no unqualified staff performing wound care. All allegations were determined to be unsubstantiated based on interviews and records reviewed.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated for all allegations: bed bugs, unqualified staff giving insulin, and unqualified staff doing wound care. Evidence did not support that violations occurred.
Report Facts
Capacity: 72 Census: 71
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mary KeatonAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation and provided information regarding bed bug treatments and facility procedures
Sarah HurtLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit and interviews
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Census: 66 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Nov 4, 2021
Visit Reason
An unannounced annual inspection was conducted to evaluate the facility's compliance with regulations.
Findings
The facility was found to be in good condition with no deficiencies observed or cited. All safety equipment and protocols were verified as operational and compliant.
Report Facts
Residents on hospice care: 11
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Carlin RobertsonBusiness Office ManagerMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and exit interview
Sarah HurtLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced annual inspection
Stephenie DoubLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on the report
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 67 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 1 Oct 4, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection visit was an unannounced case management visit related to two incidents reported to licensing: a resident fall on 09/16/2021 and an AWOL incident reported on 09/21/2021.
Findings
The inspection found that the egress door alarm was not heard due to multiple alarms sounding simultaneously, and no staff was present at the entrance when a resident left the facility unnoticed. Additionally, a resident fall incident was reported where the resident was found in urine and blood, and the nurse was unaware of the duration due to missed rounds during a busy time. Deficiencies were cited related to insufficient staff supervision and delayed egress device requirements.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related, investigating two incidents: a fall and an AWOL. The report details the circumstances of both incidents and cites deficiencies related to supervision and safety.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 1
Deficiencies (1)
DescriptionSeverity
Care of persons with dementia 87705K(8) Delayed egress devices shall not substitute for trained staff in sufficient numbers to meet the care and supervision needs of all residents and to escort residents who leave the facility. This requirement has not been met as evidenced by facility awareness of residents' behaviors but no staff was at entrance, posing an immediate health and safety risk.Type A
Report Facts
Capacity: 72 Census: 67 Plan of Correction Due Date: 10
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sarah HurtLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and authored the report
Stephenie DoubLicensing Program ManagerSupervisor overseeing the inspection
Carlin RobertsonBusiness Office ManagerFacility staff member interviewed regarding incidents
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 62 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Sep 3, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted in response to allegations received on 07/28/2021 regarding denial of visitors, privacy, and phone access for a resident.
Findings
The investigation found all allegations to be unfounded. The facility did not deny visitors except those restricted by a temporary restraining order, did not deny resident privacy, and did not violate the resident's rights to use the telephone.
Complaint Details
The complaint involved allegations that staff denied a resident from having visitors, denied privacy, and denied phone access. The investigation determined these allegations were false and without reasonable basis, resulting in the complaint being dismissed as unfounded.
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 72 Resident census: 62
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Sarah HurtLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and unannounced visit
Mary KeatonAdministratorFacility administrator interviewed during the investigation
Stephenie DoubLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on the report
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 59 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Jun 28, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by allegations received on 10/21/2020 concerning pressure injury care, multiple falls, a fracture, failure to report incidents, and questionable death at El Rio Memory Care Community.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility implemented appropriate fall prevention measures and provided pressure injury care with no concerns. The resident had a pre-existing vertebral fracture prior to admission. There was no preponderance of evidence to substantiate the allegations, including questionable death, which was related to declining health and hospice care. No deficiencies were cited.
Complaint Details
The complaint involved multiple allegations including improper care of pressure injuries, multiple falls, a fracture, failure to report incidents to authorized representatives, and questionable death. The investigation concluded the allegations were unsubstantiated due to lack of evidence.
Report Facts
Falls documented: 6 Facility capacity: 72 Census: 59
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Avelina MartinezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Mary KeatonAdministratorFacility administrator met during the investigation and received the report
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 49 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 1 Apr 16, 2021
Visit Reason
The case management visit was conducted via telephone on 04/16/2021 to follow up on a medication deficiency identified during a prior complaint investigation related to medication administration records for Tea Tree oil.
Findings
The licensee failed to maintain accurate and complete Medication Administration Record (MAR) sheets for Tea Tree oil for resident 1, with multiple blank and incomplete entries noted from March through June 2020, posing a potential health and safety risk.
Complaint Details
The visit was a follow-up to a medication deficiency discovered during a complaint investigation (27-AS-20200930112221).
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Failure to maintain Medication Administration Record (MAR) sheets for Tea Tree oil for resident 1, with incomplete and blank entries noted.
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 72 Census: 49 Plan of Correction due date: Apr 19, 2021
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mary KeatonAdministratorFacility administrator involved in the case management visit and exit interview
Avelina MartinezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the case management visit and authored the report
Czarrina A Camilon-LeeLicensing Program ManagerSupervisor overseeing the licensing evaluation
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 49 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 2 Apr 16, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by complaints received on 09/30/2020 regarding resident care issues including incorrect placement of medical devices and unmet basic needs.
Findings
The investigation substantiated that resident 1's hearing aids were sometimes inserted in the wrong ears and that prescribed Tea Tree oil medication was not administered, resulting in unmet basic care needs. Other complaints about resident hygiene and file maintenance were found to be unsubstantiated.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated for allegations that resident's medical device was placed incorrectly and basic needs were not met. Other allegations regarding resident hygiene, grooming, shoe wearing, and file maintenance were unsubstantiated.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 1 Type B: 1
Deficiencies (2)
DescriptionSeverity
The licensee did not ensure resident 1's basic service/medication needs were met; Tea Tree oil was not administered as prescribed.Type A
The licensee did not ensure resident 1's hearing aids were inserted in the correct ears.Type B
Report Facts
Capacity: 72 Census: 49 Deficiencies cited: 2 Plan of Correction Due Date: Apr 19, 2021 Plan of Correction Due Date: Apr 22, 2021
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Avelina MartinezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and delivered findings
Mary KeatonAdministratorFacility administrator involved in investigation and exit interviews
Czarrina A Camilon-LeeLicensing Program ManagerOversaw licensing program and signed report
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 49 Capacity: 72 Deficiencies: 0 Feb 8, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation triggered by an allegation that staff did not safeguard a resident's personal items.
Findings
Based on interviews and documentation reviewed, the allegation was found to be unfounded, meaning the complaint was false or without reasonable basis, and the complaint was dismissed.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that staff did not safeguard a resident's personal items. The investigation included interviews with the responsible party and staff, and review of documentation. It was found that the iPad and glasses were not lost but placed in a secure drawer by staff. The allegation was determined to be unfounded.
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 72 Census: 49
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mary KeatonExecutive DirectorInterviewed during complaint investigation and exit interview
Anthony TuckLicensing Program AnalystConducted complaint investigation
Stephen RichardsonLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report as Licensing Program Manager

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