Inspection Reports for
Mountain Manor

6101 Fair Oaks Blvd, Carmichael, CA 95608, United States, CA, 95608

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Deficiencies (last 6 years)

Deficiencies (over 6 years) 10.7 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

168% worse than California average
California average: 4 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

24 18 12 6 0
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025

Census

Latest occupancy rate 48% occupied

Based on a August 2025 inspection.

This facility has shown a steady increase in demand based on occupancy rates.

Occupancy over time

0 20 40 60 80 Nov 2020 Aug 2022 Jun 2024 Jan 2025 Jul 2025 Aug 2025

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 4 Date: Aug 26, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate the facility's compliance with professional standards of practice related to intravenous (IV) therapy and treatment, specifically focusing on the care provided to Resident 1 regarding IV hydration and documentation.

Findings
The facility failed to ensure proper care and treatment in accordance with professional standards for Resident 1 by not clarifying the physician's IV bolus order, incomplete documentation of IV therapy details by licensed nurses, and lack of timely pharmacy follow-up for IV supplies. These deficiencies posed potential risks for fluid hydration treatment not being met and possible adverse events.

Deficiencies (4)
Failure to clarify the Physician's Order for IV bolus infusion duration.
Licensed nurses did not thoroughly document all aspects of IV therapy including date/time of insertion, catheter gauge, site assessment, and patient response.
Lack of documentation on the time the MD order was faxed to pharmacy and confirmation of receipt to ensure timely delivery of IV supplies.
Failure to document start and end times of IV bags administered including IV bolus administration.
Report Facts
IV hydration volume: 5 Date of Physician's Order: Feb 6, 2025 Date of Resident Admission Record: 202501

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of NursingDirector of NursingInterviewed on 8/26/25 confirming deficiencies and expectations regarding IV therapy documentation and order clarification

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 16 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 4, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced required 1-year inspection conducted to evaluate compliance with licensing regulations.

Findings
The inspection found no deficiencies or violations. The facility met all required standards including safety equipment, food supplies, temperature controls, and record reviews, although personnel and resident records were noted as incomplete.

Report Facts
Personnel records reviewed: 5 Resident records reviewed: 5 Fire extinguisher last inspected: Feb 28, 2025 Hot water temperature: 107 Facility temperature: 74

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Darrell PriceAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analysts during inspection and involved in facility tour
Lavinia MuscanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection
Talwinder BainsLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection
Laura MunozLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on report

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 16 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 4, 2025

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced case management inspection conducted regarding an incident report received by the department on 2025-07-15 involving two residents in the common area.

Complaint Details
The visit was triggered by an incident report received on 2025-07-15. The incident was investigated and found to have no deficiencies. The facility followed notification protocols.
Findings
The incident involved residents R1 and R2 after dinner on 2025-07-15. The facility notified the responsible parties and physician as required. No deficiencies were cited as a result of this incident.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 33 Resident census: 16

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Darrell PriceAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analysts during the inspection and involved in incident management
Lavinia MuscanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the case management visit
Talwinder BainsLicensing Program AnalystConducted the case management visit
Laura MunozLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on the report

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 16 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 4, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced required 1 year inspection conducted by Licensing Program Analysts to evaluate compliance with care and safety regulations.

Findings
The inspection found no deficiencies or violations. The facility met all regulatory requirements including safety equipment, food supplies, temperature controls, and record reviews, although personnel and resident records were noted as incomplete.

Report Facts
Personnel records reviewed: 5 Resident records reviewed: 5 Food supply duration - non-perishable: 7 Food supply duration - perishable: 2 Hot water temperature: 107 Facility temperature: 74 Fire extinguisher last inspected: Feb 28, 2025

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Darrell PriceAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analysts during inspection and involved in facility tour
Lavinia MuscanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection
Talwinder BainsLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and signed the report
Laura MunozLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report header

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 16 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 4, 2025

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced case management inspection conducted on August 4, 2025, regarding an incident report received by the department on July 15, 2025.

Complaint Details
The visit was triggered by an incident report received on 07/15/25. The incident was investigated and found to have no deficiencies.
Findings
The incident involved two residents after dinner in the common area. The facility notified the responsible parties and physician as required. No deficiencies were cited as a result of the incident.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Darrell PriceAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analysts during the inspection and involved in the incident report discussion.
Lavinia MuscanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and met with the facility administrator.
Talwinder BainsLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and met with the facility administrator.
Laura MunozLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on the report.

Inspection Report

Routine
Census: 61 Deficiencies: 3 Date: Jul 16, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to resident care, medication administration, infection prevention, and safety protocols at Mountain Manor Senior Residence.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in ensuring proper monitoring of a resident's alarm bracelet for wandering risk, timely administration of insulin medication, and adherence to infection prevention protocols including proper sanitization of shared glucometers and use of personal protective equipment during resident care.

Deficiencies (3)
Failure to monitor Resident 3's alarm bracelet for placement and functionality as ordered, risking ineffective wandering management and potential elopement.
Resident 1 did not receive prescribed insulin in accordance with physician's order, risking hypoglycemia and other insulin side effects.
Failure to implement an effective infection prevention and control program, including improper sanitization of shared glucometer and failure to wear required PPE for Resident 4 on enhanced barrier precautions.
Report Facts
Resident census: 61 Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score: 3 Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score: 15 Blood sugar level: 167 Insulin units administered: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
LN 1Licensed NurseConfirmed early administration of insulin to Resident 1
LN 2Licensed NurseObserved using and sanitizing shared glucometer improperly and not wearing gown for Resident 4 on EBP
LN 3Licensed NurseObserved delivering lunch to Resident 1
LN 4Licensed NurseConfirmed lack of documentation for monitoring Resident 3's alarm bracelet
DSDDirector of Staff DevelopmentProvided statements on risks related to alarm bracelet monitoring and insulin administration
IPInfection PreventionistProvided guidance on proper sanitization of glucometer and PPE use for EBP

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 15 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 1 Date: May 22, 2025

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced case management inspection conducted to investigate an absent without leave incident involving a resident who left the facility unassisted contrary to physician's orders.

Complaint Details
The visit was triggered by a complaint regarding a resident who was absent without leave on 05/11/25. The complaint was substantiated by the finding that the resident left unassisted despite medical restrictions.
Findings
The investigation found that a resident left the facility unassisted despite a physician's report indicating the resident was unable to leave unassisted, posing an immediate health and safety risk. The facility increased safety checks following the incident and was cited for deficiencies related to insufficient staffing to meet resident needs.

Deficiencies (1)
Facility personnel were not sufficient in numbers and competent to provide necessary services, as evidenced by a resident leaving the facility unassisted contrary to physician's orders.
Report Facts
Deficiencies cited: 1 Plan of Correction Due Date: May 23, 2025

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Darrel PriceAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the inspection and discussed staffing and supervision
Talwinder BainsLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and authored the report
Laura MunozLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager overseeing the inspection

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 15 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 1 Date: May 22, 2025

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced case management inspection conducted due to an absent without leave incident involving resident R1 reported to the department on 05/13/2025.

Complaint Details
The visit was triggered by a complaint regarding an absent without leave incident involving resident R1. The complaint was substantiated as the resident left unassisted contrary to medical restrictions.
Findings
The investigation found that resident R1 left the facility unassisted on 05/11/2025 despite a physician's report indicating R1 was unable to leave unassisted, posing an immediate health and safety risk. The facility increased safety checks following the incident and was cited for deficiencies related to insufficient staffing to ensure resident care and supervision.

Deficiencies (1)
Facility personnel were not sufficient in numbers and competent to provide necessary services, resulting in resident R1 leaving the facility unassisted contrary to physician's report.
Report Facts
Capacity: 33 Census: 15 Plan of Correction Due Date: May 23, 2025

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Darrel PriceAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and discussed staffing and supervision issues
Talwinder BainsLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and authored the report
Laura MunozLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on the report

Inspection Report

Routine
Census: 45 Deficiencies: 15 Date: Apr 24, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements related to resident care, medication administration, infection control, food service, and facility operations.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to maintain a comfortable noise level for residents, inadequate bed hold notifications, incomplete care plans, medication administration errors, communication barriers, respiratory care inconsistencies, pharmaceutical service deficiencies, medication labeling and storage issues, food service personnel competency, menu adherence, food safety and sanitation, quality assurance committee composition, infection prevention and control practices, and antibiotic stewardship.

Deficiencies (15)
Failed to provide a comfortable noise level for four residents, affecting their comfort and sleep.
Failed to provide bed hold notification upon transfer to hospital for one resident.
Failed to develop a comprehensive person-centered care plan addressing insomnia and medication for one resident.
Failed to revise care plan after resident sustained a bruise.
Failed to clarify physician's order with multiple dosages prior to medication administration.
Failed to follow care plan communication interventions for one resident.
Failed to provide respiratory care consistent with physician's order for oxygen administration.
Failed to ensure accurate accountability and documentation of controlled substances and emergency kit medications.
Failed to ensure medications were properly labeled, dated, stored, and expired medications removed.
Food service personnel unable to correctly verbalize manual dishwashing process using two-compartment sinks.
Failed to follow therapeutic diet menus during lunch meals on multiple days.
Failed to ensure food was prepared, stored, served, or distributed in accordance with professional food safety standards including cleanliness of ice machine, equipment maintenance, food dating, packaging, thawing, and produce freshness.
Quality Assessment and Assurance committee did not include required members such as the Medical Director.
Failed to implement infection prevention and control practices including Enhanced Barrier Precautions for multiple residents and improper hand hygiene by staff.
Failed to follow Antibiotic Stewardship Program by prescribing antibiotic without adequate clinical and laboratory indication.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 4 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 17 Medication doses: 6 Missing signatures: 15 Residents affected: 45 Sanitizer concentration: 200 Temperature: 40 Antibiotic duration: 14

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Nurse 1Licensed NurseReviewed care plans and medication administration
Licensed Nurse 2Licensed NurseMedication administration error and infection control observation
Licensed Nurse 3Licensed NurseReviewed physician orders and infection control
Licensed Nurse 4Licensed NurseInterviewed about care plan revisions
Licensed Nurse 5Licensed NurseReviewed residents' orders for infection control
Licensed Nurse 6Licensed NurseConfirmed lack of EBPs signage and PPE
Certified Nurse Assistant 5Certified Nurse AssistantObserved not performing hand hygiene while passing lunch trays
Certified Dietary ManagerCertified Dietary ManagerConfirmed food service deficiencies and manual dishwashing knowledge
Dietary Aide 1Dietary AideInterviewed about manual dishwashing process
Dietary Aide 2Dietary AideInterviewed about manual dishwashing process
Director of NursingDirector of NursingProvided statements on medication and infection control expectations
Infection PreventionistInfection PreventionistReviewed infection control practices and antibiotic stewardship
Maintenance SupervisorMaintenance SupervisorDescribed ice machine cleaning procedures
Registered DietitianRegistered DietitianReviewed menu adherence and food safety issues

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 15 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jan 17, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by a complaint received on 2025-01-10 alleging that staff inappropriately spoke to a resident in care.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged inappropriate staff communication with a resident. The investigation found the allegation to be unfounded, meaning it was false or without reasonable basis.
Findings
Based on interviews and records reviewed, the allegation that staff inappropriately spoke to residents in care did not occur in the assisted living section and was found to be unfounded.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 33 Census: 15

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Darrell PriceExecutive DirectorMet with investigators and named in the investigation
Cassandra MikkelsonLicensed Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Laura MunozLicensed Program ManagerConducted the complaint investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 15 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jan 17, 2025

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted following a complaint received on 2025-01-10 alleging that staff inappropriately spoke to a resident in care.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that staff inappropriately spoke to a resident in care. The investigation found this allegation to be unfounded.
Findings
Based on interviews and records reviewed, the allegation that staff inappropriately spoke to residents in care was found to be unfounded, meaning the allegation was false or without reasonable basis.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Darrell PriceExecutive DirectorMet with investigators and involved in complaint investigation.
Cassandra MikkelsonLicensed Program AnalystConducted complaint investigation.
Laura MunozLicensed Program ManagerConducted complaint investigation.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Oct 30, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint investigation regarding the facility's failure to prevent elopement of a resident who left the facility unaccompanied by staff and subsequently sustained injuries.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation found that Resident 1 eloped from the facility unattended, fell outside, and complained of neck and left knee pain. The resident was assessed and transferred to the ER. The facility's policy on elopement lacked preventive interventions. The Administrator confirmed the incident and noted no prior elopement attempts by the resident.
Findings
The facility failed to prevent elopement for one resident who wandered outside the facility and fell, resulting in neck and knee pain. The resident had a history of falls and cognitive impairment. The facility's elopement policy did not include interventions to prevent such incidents.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to prevent elopement of a resident resulting in a fall and injury.
Report Facts
Resident BIMS score: 3 Wandering Risk Assessment: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
AdministratorInterviewed on 10/30/24 regarding the elopement incident and facility monitoring

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 11 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 24, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced case management inspection conducted in response to a SOC 341 report received by the Department regarding an incident involving a resident's unwitnessed fall and subsequent allegation of sexual assault.

Complaint Details
The complaint involved an unwitnessed fall on 10/7/2024 and an allegation of sexual assault by the resident at the emergency room. A police report was filed. The facility was not notified until discharge paperwork was reviewed. The resident has a history of confusion related to UTIs and a tendency to talk about sexual assault when confused. There are no male caregivers at the facility. The incident remains under review.
Findings
The inspection focused on reviewing the incident involving Resident 1's unwitnessed fall and allegation of sexual assault, including discussions about the resident's medical history, confusion related to urinary tract infections, and facility staffing. The incident remains under review by the Department.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 33 Current census: 11 Incident date: Oct 7, 2024

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Cassie YangLicensing Program AnalystConducted the case management visit and inspection
Anthony PerezLicensing Program ManagerNamed in the report as Licensing Program Manager
Darrell PriceAdministrator/DirectorFacility Administrator/Director mentioned in report header
Kim JacksonMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 11 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 24, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced case management inspection conducted in response to a SOC 341 report received by the Department regarding an incident involving a resident's unwitnessed fall and subsequent allegation of sexual assault.

Complaint Details
The visit was triggered by a complaint involving an unwitnessed fall and an allegation of sexual assault by a resident. The incident remains under review by the Department and no substantiation status is provided.
Findings
The Licensing Program Analyst met with the Resident Care Director to discuss the incident involving Resident 1, who had an unwitnessed fall and alleged sexual assault at the hospital. The facility was not notified until discharge paperwork was reviewed. The Resident Care Director noted the resident's history of confusion related to urinary tract infections and stated there are no male caregivers at the facility. The incident remains under review by the Department.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 33 Current census: 11 Incident date: 7

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Cassie YangLicensing Program AnalystConducted the case management visit and inspection
Darrell PriceAdministrator/DirectorFacility administrator mentioned in the report
Kim JacksonMet with the Licensing Program Analyst during the visit

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1 Date: Aug 6, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint regarding the facility's failure to provide advance notice and obtain consent before moving a resident (Resident 3) to another room.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation found that Resident 3 was moved without advance notice or consent, violating his rights. The Social Service Director confirmed no consent form was used and no documentation of notice or explanation was present. The room change was discussed only during the morning IDT meeting on the day of the move.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure Resident 3's rights were exercised when he was moved to another room without advance notice or consent, resulting in confusion for the resident. Documentation showed no evidence of written or verbal notice, explanation for the move, or consent from Resident 3.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to provide advance notice and obtain consent before moving Resident 3 to another room.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 3 IDT meeting start time: 930

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Social Service DirectorSocial Service DirectorProvided information about facility policy and confirmed lack of consent documentation
AdministratorAdministratorDiscussed the room change and acknowledged the failure to obtain consent

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 11 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jul 16, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced required annual inspection to evaluate the facility's compliance using the full care tool.

Findings
The inspection found no deficiencies. The Licensing Program Analyst conducted a tour, medication count, and file reviews, and observed compliance with health and safety requirements.

Report Facts
Non-ambulatory residents: 1 Ambulatory residents: 10 Hospice waiver: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Cassie YangLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and met with facility staff
Darrell PriceAdministrator/DirectorFacility Administrator named in report header

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 11 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jul 16, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced required annual inspection conducted to evaluate the facility's compliance with health and safety regulations using the full care tool.

Findings
The Licensing Program Analyst conducted a tour and file review, observed medication management and safety measures, and found no deficiencies during the inspection. The facility was compliant with required documentation and safety protocols.

Report Facts
Non-ambulatory residents licensed: 1 Ambulatory residents licensed: 32 Hospice waiver: 1 Residents present: 1 Residents present: 10 Residents present: 0

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Cassie YangLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and evaluation
Darrell PriceAdministrator/DirectorFacility Administrator/Director

Inspection Report

Routine
Census: 38 Deficiencies: 14 Date: Jun 6, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to resident care, medication management, infection control, dietary services, and facility operations at Mountain Manor Senior Residence.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including delayed completion of admission assessments, incomplete care plans, medication errors, improper medication storage, failure to follow dietary menus, inadequate infection control practices, and food safety violations. Most deficiencies were assessed as minimal harm or potential for actual harm.

Deficiencies (14)
Failed to complete Minimum Data Set admission assessments within 14 calendar days for two residents.
Failed to develop a comprehensive care plan addressing dialysis for one resident.
Allowed use of a leg/knee immobilizer without a physician's order for one resident.
Failed to maintain nail care for one resident with long, dirty fingernails.
Failed to implement physician order to float heels for one resident, risking skin breakdown.
Failed to assist one resident in obtaining prescription eyeglasses.
Failed to post nurse staffing information daily at the beginning of each shift.
Failed to replace two opened emergency drug kits in medication room timely.
Failed to ensure two residents were free from unnecessary medications due to lack of stop dates and prolonged antibiotic use.
Medication error rate exceeded 5% due to incorrect dosing and missing medication for two residents.
Failed to ensure medications and biologicals were properly labeled, stored, and expired medications removed.
Failed to follow therapeutic diet menus for multiple residents during lunch service.
Failed to ensure food was prepared, stored, served, and distributed in accordance with professional food safety standards, including unclean ice machine, spoiled produce, wet and dirty pans, staff belongings in food storage, and unclean juice dispenser.
Failed to follow infection control practices by not using face shield while caring for COVID-19 positive resident.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 2 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 38 Medication error rate: 5.41 Residents affected: 2 Residents affected: 4 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Tomatoes spoiled: 11 Medication carts with issues: 1 Expired insulin vials: 2 Expired glucometer control solutions: 2 Loose pills: 3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Nurse 1Named in medication error findings and medication storage issues
Assistant Director of NursingAcknowledged multiple deficiencies including medication errors, care plan issues, and infection control
Certified Dietary ManagerAcknowledged dietary menu and food safety deficiencies
Registered DietitianProvided expert statements on dietary and food safety deficiencies
Licensed Nurse 4Acknowledged failure to implement heel float order
Licensed Nurse 6Verified missing physician order for immobilizer
Licensed Nurse 5Confirmed PPE requirements in COVID-19 unit
Certified Nursing Assistant 3Failed to wear face shield in COVID-19 unit
Licensed Nurse 2Noted expired insulin vials
Licensed Nurse 4Observed failure to float heels for Resident 2
Licensed Nurse 3Not specifically named but implied in medication administration
Physical TherapistStated immobilizer should be worn with physician order
Social WorkerAcknowledged failure to provide eyeglasses
Infection PreventionistConfirmed PPE requirements and infection control deficiencies
Registered PharmacistExplained medication packaging error causing missing medication

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 12 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 1 Date: May 8, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as a case management investigation regarding an absent without leave incident report received by the department on 2024-05-06.

Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related due to an absent without leave incident involving resident R1. The complaint was substantiated by findings that R1 left the facility unassisted against medical advice.
Findings
The investigation found that resident R1 was observed leaving the facility unassisted despite a physician's report indicating R1 was unable to leave unassisted, posing an immediate health and safety risk. Deficiencies were cited related to insufficient staffing to ensure resident supervision.

Deficiencies (1)
Facility personnel were not sufficient in numbers and competent to provide necessary services, as evidenced by R1 leaving the facility unassisted contrary to physician's report.
Report Facts
Capacity: 33 Census: 12 Deficiencies cited: 1 Plan of Correction Due Date: May 9, 2024

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Cassie YangLicensing Program AnalystConducted the case management visit and evaluation
Anthony PerezLicensing Program ManagerSupervisor and Licensing Program Manager overseeing the inspection
Darrell PriceAdministratorFacility Administrator mentioned as unavailable during visit
Celeste Giuliano-LauiMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 12 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 1 Date: May 8, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced case management inspection conducted due to an absent without leave incident report received by the department regarding a resident leaving the facility unassisted.

Complaint Details
The visit was triggered by a complaint regarding a resident who was absent without leave. The resident was found impaired outside the facility, violating the physician's report that the resident could not leave unassisted.
Findings
The inspection found that the facility failed to have sufficient personnel to ensure resident supervision, as a resident was observed leaving the facility unassisted despite a physician's report stating the resident could not leave unassisted. Deficiencies were cited related to personnel requirements.

Deficiencies (1)
Facility personnel were not sufficient in numbers and competent to provide necessary services, as evidenced by a resident leaving the facility unassisted contrary to physician's orders.
Report Facts
Deficiencies cited: 1 Plan of Correction due date: May 9, 2024

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Darrell PriceAdministrator/DirectorFacility Administrator/Director mentioned as unavailable during visit
Cassie YangLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection visit
Anthony PerezSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the inspection
Celeste Giuliano-LauiMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 10 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 16, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced required one-year inspection conducted to evaluate compliance with licensing regulations using the CARE inspection tool.

Findings
No deficiencies were observed during the inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with health, safety, and personal rights standards. The Administrator Certificate was noted as expired, and a backlog in renewal was discussed.

Report Facts
Resident files reviewed: 5 Staff files reviewed: 5 Non-ambulatory residents: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Darrell PriceAdministratorMet during inspection and discussed Administrator Certificate renewal backlog
Kim JacksonDirectorMet during inspection and toured facility with Licensing Program Analyst
Cassie YangLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection
Anthony PerezLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report header

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 10 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 16, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced Required Year Inspection conducted to evaluate compliance with licensing requirements using the CARE inspection tool.

Findings
No deficiencies were observed during the inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with health, safety, and personal rights standards. The Administrator Certificate was noted to be expired, and an incident report for an AWOL resident will be submitted.

Report Facts
Resident files reviewed: 5 Staff files reviewed: 5 Licensed capacity: 33 Current census: 10

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Darrell PriceAdministratorFacility Administrator present during inspection and discussed Administrator Certificate renewal
Kim JacksonDirectorFacility Director present during inspection and toured facility with Licensing Program Analyst
Cassie YangLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection
Anthony PerezSupervisorSupervisor named in the report

Inspection Report

Deficiencies: 1 Date: May 11, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with regulations regarding resident rights and medication education, specifically focusing on whether residents were fully informed about changes in their treatment.

Findings
The facility failed to ensure that one of three sampled residents (Resident 39) was informed about a new medication (a diuretic) added to their treatment without proper education. This failure potentially deprived the resident of the right to make informed decisions regarding their care.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to ensure Resident 39 was informed of changes in their treatment when a new medication was added without education.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 3 Medication administration duration: 24

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Licensed Nurse 1Licensed NurseStated resident was not educated about the new medication and explained resident rights regarding medication education and refusal
Nurse PractitionerNurse PractitionerProvided information on the use of diuretics and treatment of lymphedema
Director of NursingDirector of NursingStated expectation that Resident 39 should receive education and have the right to decline medication if informed

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 16 Date: May 11, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was a routine survey conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to resident care, medication management, infection control, and facility operations.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to maintain resident dignity during meal assistance, inadequate resident education on medication changes, incomplete and inaccurate resident assessments and care plans, improper medication administration practices, failure to complete annual performance reviews for nursing assistants, medication storage and accountability issues, infection control lapses, and food preparation and storage deficiencies.

Deficiencies (16)
Failure to maintain resident dignity when staff stood in front of resident while assisting with meals.
Failure to ensure resident was informed of changes in treatment when new medication was added without education.
Failure to ensure Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST) was valid in the electronic health record.
Failure to comprehensively reassess resident after skin tear deteriorated to pressure injury within required timeframe.
Failure to accurately assess residents leading to inaccurate reporting of diagnoses and functional status.
Failure to ensure baseline care plan was accurately developed and signed within 48 hours of admission.
Failure to develop and complete comprehensive person-centered care plans for residents.
Failure to revise comprehensive care plan quarterly and evaluate effectiveness of restorative nursing program.
Failure to follow professional standards for insulin administration and medication administration per pharmacy auxiliary label.
Failure to complete annual performance reviews for certified nursing assistants.
Failure to ensure accurate accountability and secure storage of controlled medications, availability and replacement of emergency kits, and hazardous drug handling precautions.
Failure to ensure opened biologicals and multi-dose inhalers were dated, expired and discontinued medications removed, medication carts locked and medications not left unattended, and temperature monitoring of medication storage room and refrigerator.
Failure to ensure menus were followed for pureed rice preparation according to recipe.
Failure to ensure dry bulk goods were stored safely; older flour was stored inside new flour bag and mislabeled.
Failure to implement infection prevention and control practices including hand hygiene and proper sanitization of glucometers between resident use.
Failure to ensure psychotropic medications were prescribed and monitored appropriately including stop dates, signed consents, correct indications, and behavior and side effect monitoring.
Report Facts
Residents sampled: 12 Certified Nursing Assistants: 8 Missing signatures: 33 Expired medications: 20 Medication administration dates missing documentation: 8

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant 1COTAObserved standing in front of resident during meal assistance
Director of NursingDONProvided multiple interviews confirming expectations and deficiencies
Licensed Nurse 1LN 1Interviewed regarding medication administration and controlled drug documentation
Licensed Nurse 3LN 3Observed administering insulin incorrectly and medication cart practices
Certified Dietary ManagerCDMInterviewed regarding food preparation and storage deficiencies
Consultant PharmacistCPInterviewed regarding medication regimen reviews and hazardous drug handling
Assistant Director of NursingADONInterviewed regarding medication storage and temperature monitoring

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 3 Date: Mar 27, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint investigation regarding physical abuse between two residents, Resident 3 and Resident 4, at Mountain Manor Senior Residence.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation found that Resident 3 physically abused Resident 4, causing injuries that required hospital treatment. The local Sheriff's Department took Resident 3 into custody for felony elderly abuse. The facility acknowledged it was not equipped to care for residents with aggressive behaviors and failed to document Resident 3's agitation episodes properly.
Findings
The facility failed to protect two residents from physical abuse when Resident 3 struck Resident 4, resulting in Resident 4's transfer to the Emergency Department for facial injuries and Resident 3 being taken into police custody. The facility also failed to provide adequate care for Resident 3's combative behaviors and did not properly monitor his agitation as required by policy.

Deficiencies (3)
Failure to protect residents from physical abuse, resulting in actual harm.
Inadequate care for Resident 3's history of combative behaviors.
Failure to follow policy to accurately monitor Resident 3 for behaviors of agitation.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 2 Date of incident: Mar 7, 2023 Episodes of agitation: 3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
AdministratorAdministrator (ADM)Stated the facility is not able to care for residents with aggressive behaviors and confirmed admission policies
Director of NursingDirector of Nursing (DON)Confirmed monitoring and documentation failures related to Resident 3's agitation and aggressive behaviors
Medical DoctorMedical Doctor (MD)Stated he was not made aware of Resident 3's agitation episodes and relies on nursing notes for referrals
PharmacistPharmacist (PD)Stated nursing charting was incomplete, preventing medication recommendations

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Mar 17, 2023

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted in response to an allegation that a resident caused injuries to another resident in care.

Complaint Details
The complaint was investigated and found to be unfounded, meaning the allegation was false, could not have happened, and/or was without a reasonable basis.
Findings
The complaint was found to be unfounded after investigation, as the incident occurred in a skilled nursing facility not regulated by this department, and public health was informed. The allegation was determined to be false or without reasonable basis.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 33

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Darrell PriceAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the complaint investigation
Cassie YangLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit
Anthony PerezLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report header

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Mar 17, 2023

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted in response to an allegation that a resident caused injuries to another resident in care.

Complaint Details
The complaint was investigated and found to be unfounded, meaning the allegation was false, could not have happened, and/or was without a reasonable basis.
Findings
The Licensing Program Analyst found the complaint to be unfounded after investigation, determining that the incident occurred at a skilled nursing facility not regulated by this department, and that public health authorities were informed and involved.

Report Facts
Facility capacity: 33

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Cassie YangLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Darrell PriceAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation

Inspection Report

Census: 10 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 9, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced Case Management Inspection conducted to assess compliance and facility conditions, including COVID-19 protocols and facility risk assessment.

Findings
No immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations were observed during the inspection. The facility plans to discontinue building modifications to increase non-ambulatory capacity due to costs, and will continue fire watches until only one non-ambulatory resident remains. No deficiencies were cited.

Report Facts
Non-ambulatory residents: 5

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kevin MknellyLicensing Program AnalystConducted the Case Management Inspection
Darrell PriceExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and discussed facility plans
James JordanAdministratorFacility Administrator named in report header

Inspection Report

Census: 10 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 9, 2022

Visit Reason
Licensing Program Analyst Kevin Mknelly arrived unannounced to conduct a Case Management Inspection, including COVID-19 protocols and a facility risk assessment.

Findings
No immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations were observed during the inspection. The facility plans to discontinue building modifications to increase non-ambulatory capacity due to costs, and will continue fire watches until only one non-ambulatory resident remains. No deficiencies were cited.

Report Facts
Non-ambulatory residents: 5

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kevin MknellyLicensing Program AnalystConducted the Case Management Inspection
Darrell PriceExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst and discussed facility plans
James JordanAdministratorFacility Administrator

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 13 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jun 16, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced Required-1 Year Inspection conducted to evaluate the health and safety compliance of the facility.

Findings
The facility was found to be in substantial compliance with no immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations observed. No deficiencies were cited during this inspection.

Report Facts
Fire extinguishers inspected: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kim JacksonDirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection
Cassie YangLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection
Maribeth SentyLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report header

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 13 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jun 16, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced Required-1 Year Inspection conducted to evaluate the health and safety compliance of the facility.

Findings
The facility was found to be in substantial compliance with no immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations observed. No deficiencies were cited as a result of the inspection.

Report Facts
Fire extinguishers inspected: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kim JacksonDirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the inspection.
Cassie YangLicensing Program AnalystConducted the Required-1 Year Inspection.
James JordanAdministratorNamed as facility administrator.

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 15 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 17, 2021

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced required annual inspection conducted to ensure compliance with health, safety, and infection control standards at the assisted living facility.

Findings
No deficiencies or violations were found during the inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with infection control protocols and no immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations were observed.

Report Facts
Capacity: 33 Census: 15

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jessica WallaceResident Care DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection
Darrell PriceExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and provided updates on pending fire safety upgrades

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 15 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Aug 17, 2021

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced required annual inspection conducted to evaluate the health and safety compliance of the Mountain Manor Senior Residence facility.

Findings
No immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations were observed during the inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with infection control requirements, and no deficiencies were cited.

Report Facts
Facility Capacity: 33 Census: 15 Temperature: 74

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jessica WallaceResident Care DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and toured facility
Darrell PriceExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and provided updates on fire safety upgrades
Sabrina CalzadaLicensing Program AnalystConducted the annual inspection

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 16 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Nov 13, 2020

Visit Reason
The inspection visit was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted to address multiple allegations received on 03/11/2020 regarding inadequate record keeping, medication administration, safeguarding of personal belongings, admission agreement compliance, overcharging for services, and telephone responsiveness at Mountain Manor Senior Residence.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated for inadequate record keeping after evidence showed mix-ups in resident mail and billing errors. Other allegations including medication errors, safeguarding personal belongings, admission agreement violations, overcharging, and telephone responsiveness were found unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation substantiated the allegation of inadequate record keeping related to resident mail and billing errors. All other allegations, including inappropriate medication administration, failure to safeguard personal belongings, non-compliance with admission agreement, overcharging for unauthorized services, and telephone issues, were found to be unsubstantiated.

Deficiencies (1)
Residents in all residential care facilities for the elderly shall have the right to send and receive unopened correspondence in a prompt manner. The licensee did not provide residents with their correct mail, posing a potential risk.
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 33 Census: 16 Deficiency count: 1 Hair care service charge: 18 Plan of Correction due date: Nov 20, 2020

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Melana LlopisLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and communicated findings
Maribeth SentyLicensing Program ManagerOversaw the complaint investigation
Darrell PriceAdministratorFacility administrator interviewed during investigation
James JordanAdministratorNamed as facility administrator in report header

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 16 Capacity: 33 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Nov 13, 2020

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted in response to a complaint received on 2020-07-10 regarding an improper rent increase at Mountain Manor Senior Residence.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated based on evidence that the facility failed to provide the required 60 days' written notice prior to increasing resident rent, violating California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6.
Findings
The investigation substantiated the allegation that the facility increased resident rent without providing the required 60 days' written notice to residents or their responsible parties, posing a potential health risk to residents in care.

Deficiencies (1)
Increase in fee rates for elderly residents without providing 60 days’ written notice stating amount and reasons for increase as required by HSC 1569.655.
Report Facts
Census: 16 Total Capacity: 33 Deficiency Type Count: 1 Rent Increase Amount: 11 Notice Period: 60

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Melana LlopisLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Maribeth SentyLicensing Program ManagerOversaw the complaint investigation
Darrell PriceAdministratorFacility administrator interviewed during investigation

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