Inspection Reports for Peninsula Pointe by Cogir

The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted due to an allegation that facility staff caused bruising to a resident in care during an elopement incident.

The investigation substantiated the allegation that staff caused bruising to a resident while redirecting them back to their room during an elopement. Surveillance and hospital medical records confirmed bruising on the resident's upper extremities, and interviews supported the findings. The facility was cited for violating personal rights regulations.

The complaint was substantiated. The allegation was that facility staff caused bruising to a resident during an elopement incident. Evidence included surveillance footage, hospital medical records, and interviews. The preponderance of evidence standard was met.

The visit was a Case Management visit conducted by Licensing Program Analyst Alfonso Iniguez to review the facility's compliance and address previous concerns.

No deficiencies were observed during this visit. The previous concern about locked fire extinguishers was reviewed, and it was noted that one out of eight fire extinguishers had a sticker indicating emergency use and was accessible. No citations were issued.

The inspection was an unannounced annual required visit conducted using the CARE Inspection Tool to evaluate compliance with licensing requirements.

The facility was found to be clean, sanitary, and appropriately furnished with no discrepancies in medication administration records. One deficiency was cited regarding a medtech lacking a First Aid/CPR card on file, which poses a potential health and safety risk.

An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted due to an allegation that staff were exposing residents to a contagious illness.

The investigation substantiated the allegation that two staff members who tested positive for COVID-19 continued to work within five days of testing positive, contrary to Los Angeles County Department of Public Health guidelines. Deficiencies were issued and plans of correction were developed.

The complaint alleged that staff were exposing residents to a contagious illness. The allegation was substantiated based on record review and interviews, including with the Executive Director. Two staff members worked within five days after testing positive for COVID-19, violating public health guidance.

An unannounced post-licensing visit was conducted to review personnel policies, abuse reporting procedures, in-service training, and medication procedures as part of the initial licensing process.

No deficiencies were observed during the visit, and no citations were issued. The Licensing Program Analyst and Executive Director reviewed policies and conducted a joint tour of the facility.

A pre-licensing evaluation was conducted for an RCFE facility type to assess the facility prior to licensing and to evaluate compliance with regulations for serving elderly residents.

The facility was found to be clean, sanitary, and in good repair with all required protective devices in place. No corrections were needed during this pre-licensing inspection. The facility has appropriate medication storage, adequate bedrooms and bathrooms, sufficient supplies, proper food service, confidential record storage, and emergency and safety measures in place.

The visit was conducted as an initial facility evaluation for licensing of a Residential Care Facility for Elderly (RCFE).

The Component II completion was successful, confirming the applicant and administrator's understanding of licensing laws and facility operation requirements. No deficiencies or issues were noted in the report.