Inspection Reports for Oakmont of Santa Clarita

The inspection was a required one-year unannounced visit to evaluate the facility's compliance with licensing requirements.

The facility was found to be clean, well-maintained, and properly furnished with no health or safety hazards noted. All safety equipment was inspected and functional, and medication and hazardous materials were securely stored.

The inspection was a required one-year unannounced visit to evaluate the facility's compliance with licensing regulations.

The facility was found to be clean, well-maintained, and properly stocked with necessary supplies. No health or safety hazards were noted, and all safety equipment was inspected and functional. Resident rooms and common areas were adequately furnished and sanitary.

An unannounced complaint investigation visit was conducted to investigate allegations that the facility hot water was in disrepair and residents were unable to take hot showers.

The allegation was substantiated based on interviews and record review. Hot water was intermittently unavailable since 02/27/2024, posing a potential health, safety, and personal rights risk to residents. The facility took necessary measures to repair the hot water, with observed temperature at 111.4°F during the visit.

The complaint was substantiated. It was alleged that the facility had intermittent hot water since 02/27/2024 and residents complained about not being able to take hot showers. Interviews with staff and review of work orders confirmed the issue. Staff #3 reported wiring and parts issues, with a third-party company contacted to resolve the problem.

The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted in response to an allegation that facility staff were dispensing medication not prescribed to a resident.

The investigation found that the resident was self-administering their own medication and the allegation was unsubstantiated based on interviews and record reviews, including lab tests negative for methadone.

The complaint alleged that facility staff were dispensing Methadone medication not prescribed to Resident #1. The allegation was found to be unsubstantiated after interviews with the resident and administrator, and review of lab results and records.

Licensing Program Analyst Angela Panushkina conducted an Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility to evaluate compliance with licensing regulations.

The facility was found to be in compliance with no deficiencies cited. Observations included proper infection control measures, sanitary kitchen and dining areas, functional fire safety equipment, well-maintained common and resident areas, and proper documentation in resident and staff files.

The case management visit was conducted to confirm the removal of a staff member from the facility.

The Licensing Program Analyst verified that the staff member was no longer employed or present at the facility and advised the administrator to disassociate the individual from the roster. No health or safety issues were observed during the physical plant tour.

An announced Pre-Licensing visit was conducted as part of a change of ownership application for the facility.

The facility was inspected for fire safety, personal accommodations, food service, medication procedures, and records. The facility was found to be in compliance with Title 22 Regulations at the time of the visit.

The visit was conducted as part of the original licensing process involving a Component II telephone call to verify the applicant/administrator's understanding of Title 22 and related regulatory requirements.

The applicant/administrator successfully completed Component II via telephone call, confirming understanding of facility operation, staff qualifications, program policies, and other licensing requirements. No deficiencies or violations were noted in the report.