Inspection Reports for Oaks at Ellijay
114 Penland St, Ellijay, GA 30540, United States, GA, 30540
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Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 4
Aug 27, 2025
Visit Reason
The purpose of this survey was to investigate intake #GA50004440 and #GA50004727, with the investigation beginning on 8/27/25 and completed on 8/28/25.
Findings
The facility failed to show evidence of current certification in emergency first aid, CPR, fire and life safety training, and emergency evacuation procedures for 5 sampled staff. Additionally, new staff had not received comprehensive training on emergency evacuation and use of the evacuation chair. The elevator was non-functional for a period, causing evacuation challenges for residents, including bedbound and wheelchair users.
Complaint Details
The investigation was initiated based on intake #GA50004440 and #GA50004727. The investigation included review of personnel files and interviews confirming lack of required certifications and training for staff.
Severity Breakdown
SS= D: 4
Deficiencies (4)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Facility failed to show 5 sampled staff had evidence of current certification of emergency first aid. | SS= D |
| Facility failed to ensure 5 sampled staff had evidence of current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) where the training course required a return demonstration of competency. | SS= D |
| Facility failed to ensure 4 of 5 sampled staff received comprehensive training within the first sixty days of employment for emergency evacuation procedures and use of the emergency evacuation chair. | SS= D |
| Facility failed to ensure 5 sampled staff completed the fire and life safety training as required by the Office of the Safety Fire Commissioner for personal care homes. | SS= D |
Report Facts
Number of sampled staff lacking certifications: 5
Number of sampled staff lacking evacuation training: 4
Number of employed staff hired after last evacuation chair training: 14
Number of residents needing evacuation assistance: 8
Elevator non-functional period: 7
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
May 18, 2023
Visit Reason
The purpose of this survey was to investigate complaint #GA00234533 during an onsite visit on 5/18/2023.
Findings
No rule violations were cited as a result of this investigation.
Complaint Details
Investigation of complaint #GA00234533 with no rule violations found.
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