Inspection Reports for Renton Assisted Living
71 SW VICTORIA ST, RENTON, WA, 98057
Back to Facility ProfileDeficiencies (last 4 years)
Deficiencies (over 4 years)
35.8 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
468% worse than Washington average
Washington average: 6.3 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies per year
32
24
16
8
0
Census
Latest occupancy rate
100% occupied
Based on a October 2025 inspection.
This facility has shown a decline in demand based on occupancy rates.
Census over time
Inspection Report
Life Safety
Deficiencies: 26
Date: Nov 6, 2025
Visit Reason
An unannounced Fire and Life Safety Code re-inspection was conducted at Renton Assisted Living by a representative of the Washington State Patrol, State Fire Marshal's Office to determine compliance with all applicable codes.
Findings
Most deficiencies cited in the re-inspection were corrected, including issues with ash trays, burning objects, electrical terminations, working space, power taps, extension cords, cleaning, maintaining protection, owner's responsibility, inspection and maintenance, extinguishing system service, portable fire extinguishers, unobstructed fire extinguishers, fire alarm testing, and maintenance. However, some violations remained such as a missing escutcheon ring on the sprinkler head in Room 108 and missing documentation for sprinkler system testing and inspections.
Deficiencies (26)
Room 108 had an escutcheon ring missing on the sprinkler head.
The facility was unable to provide documentation for annual sprinkler report deficiency repair, forward flow, and quarterly inspections.
The riser room spare sprinkler head cabinet had multiple used sprinkler heads and does not meet spare requirements.
The facility was unable to provide documentation that the semi-annual kitchen suppression servicing had been performed.
The facility was unable to provide documentation that all deficiencies have been corrected for sprinkler system testing and maintenance.
The fire alarm report is deficient and the facility was unable to provide a smoke sensitivity test.
The facility had August and October 30 second monthly emergency lighting tests only; missing other months.
The facility was unable to provide documentation for annual fire alarm test report and sensitivity test log.
The facility was unable to provide documentation for carbon monoxide alarm and detector monthly testing and maintenance.
The facility was unable to provide documentation for 30 second monthly exit and emergency lighting activation test.
The facility was unable to provide documentation that fire drills were performed quarterly and monthly as required.
The 2nd floor south stairwell emergency exit was extremely hard to open.
The 2nd floor stairwell was obstructed by pictures and the maintenance department's office had a very narrow pathway with multiple items protruding into the emergency exit path.
The 3rd floor lounge emergency exits were blocked by several plants.
The 1st floor north stairwell had clutter obstructing the exit.
Oxygen storage room had multiple unsecured bottles of oxygen.
Fire extinguisher near executive director's office was missing hose; Class K fire extinguisher in kitchen was missing tamper tag; med room fire extinguisher on 2nd floor was missing pin.
The fire extinguisher was blocked by trash bin near room 210.
The facility was unable to provide documentation that the semi-annual kitchen hood cleaning had been performed.
The facility was unable to provide documentation that all deficiencies have been corrected for fire extinguisher servicing and inspections.
The facility had unfused power strips in use in multiple locations including executive director's office and 3rd floor hallway near room 116.
The kitchen ceiling near stove had uncovered junction box; dining room stereo area had wires hanging out of junction box; room 312B missing multiple outlet covers.
Swinging fire doors did not close from fully open position and latch automatically; door closer removed from rooms 117, 206; third floor south fire door did not latch from fully open position.
The 2nd floor stairwell fire door was propped open with door wedge; 3rd floor stairwell fire door propped open with door wedge.
In reception area a portion of ceiling tile was missing; penetration in hallway ceiling near room 106.
Laundry room electrical panel blocked by multiple items; main electrical room 3rd floor had combustibles leaning against electrical panels.
Report Facts
Next inspection scheduled: Dec 6, 2025
Next inspection scheduled: Aug 30, 2025
Fire drills required: 12
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Cozetta Christian | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Signed the November 6, 2025 inspection report |
| Alan Harlan | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Signed the July 31, 2025 inspection report |
| Brandy Lounsberry | AED Heritage Court | Printed name and title on November 6, 2025 inspection report |
Notice
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Oct 31, 2025
Visit Reason
This letter serves as formal notice that the stop placement order prohibiting admissions on the facility's license, originally placed on July 30, 2025, and continued on September 18, 2025, is lifted effective October 29, 2025.
Findings
The stop placement order prohibiting admissions at Renton Assisted Living has been lifted as of October 29, 2025, following prior notices placing and continuing the stop placement.
Report Facts
Dates of stop placement actions: Stop placement order placed on July 30, 2025; continued on September 18, 2025; lifted on October 29, 2025.
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Matt Hauser | Compliance Specialist | Signed the letter lifting the stop placement order. |
| Jim Sherman | Field Manager | Contact person referenced for questions regarding the stop placement order. |
Inspection Report
Follow-Up
Census: 74
Capacity: 74
Deficiencies: 4
Date: Oct 29, 2025
Visit Reason
The Department completed a follow-up inspection of Renton Assisted Living Facility on 10/29/2025 to verify correction of previous deficiencies related to medication administration and licensing laws compliance.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility meets Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. Previous deficiencies related to medication management and administration were corrected.
Deficiencies (4)
Failed to ensure a safe medication delivery system for 9 of 17 residents, including missing medications in the medication cart and lack of documentation for self-administered medications.
Medication administration failures placing residents at risk of negative health impacts.
No documentation to show Health Services Director assessment or Primary Care Provider order for residents self-administering medications.
Multiple medications not available or documented as 'Drug Not Given' for several residents, including failure to provide ordered medications.
Report Facts
Residents present during inspection: 74
Total licensed capacity: 74
Sample size for medication review: 17
Residents with medication delivery failures: 9
Residents self-administering medications without documentation: 2
Total residents in complaint investigation: 90
Resident sample size in complaint investigations: 7
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Karri Hernandez | Community Complaint Investigator | Department staff who conducted on-site verification and complaint investigations |
| Holly George | Nursing Consultant Institutional | Department staff who conducted on-site verification |
| James Sherman | Field Manager | Signed follow-up inspection letter |
| Staff A | Acting Administrator | Interviewed during medication administration review |
| Staff B | Medication Technician | Observed comparing medications to eMAR during inspection |
| Staff C | Medication Technician | Observed comparing medications to eMAR during inspection |
| Staff D | Medication Technician | Observed locating missing medications during inspection |
| Staff E | Director of Operations West | Interviewed regarding medication audits and accountability |
Notice
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Sep 18, 2025
Visit Reason
The document serves to notify the continued stop placement order on admissions to Renton Assisted Living, effective immediately since July 30, 2025, and continued as of September 18, 2025.
Findings
The stop placement order remains in effect due to deficiencies noted in a prior Statement of Deficiencies dated September 8, 2025.
Report Facts
License number: 2614
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Matt Hauser | Compliance Specialist | Signed the notice of continued stop placement order |
Inspection Report
Follow-Up
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Sep 8, 2025
Visit Reason
The Department of Social and Health Services completed a follow-up visit at Renton Assisted Living to assess correction of previously cited deficiencies related to medication services.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure a safe medication delivery system for nine residents, including inadequate support for two residents who self-administered medications. These failures placed residents at risk of negative health impacts and represent recurring and uncorrected deficiencies.
Deficiencies (1)
Failure to ensure a safe medication delivery system for nine residents and inadequate system to support safe medication administration for two residents who self-administered medications.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 1000
Residents affected: 9
Residents self-administering medications: 2
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Sherman | Field Manager | Contact person for approval requests and plan of correction submission |
| Matt Hauser | Compliance Specialist | Signed the enforcement letter |
Inspection Report
Life Safety
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Jul 31, 2025
Visit Reason
The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a fire safety inspection at Renton Assisted Living on 07/31/2025 to verify correction of previous violations.
Findings
All violations noted during previous related inspections have been corrected. No new violations were reported during this inspection.
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Patricia Santos-Love | Director of Operations | Named as Owner or Owner's Representative on the 07/31/2025 inspection report. |
| Cozetta Christian | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Conducted the 07/31/2025 inspection. |
Notice
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Jul 30, 2025
Visit Reason
The document serves to notify the Stop Placement Order imposed on the license of Renton Assisted Living based on the Statement of Deficiencies dated July 17, 2025.
Findings
The Department of Social and Health Services has issued a Stop Placement Order effective July 30, 2025, which remains in effect until formally lifted.
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Matt Hauser | Compliance Specialist | Signed the Stop Placement Order notice |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Jul 17, 2025
Visit Reason
The Department of Social and Health Services conducted a complaint investigation at the assisted living facility on July 17, 2025, resulting in a stop placement order prohibiting admissions due to medication management deficiencies.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related, and the stop placement order prohibiting admissions was issued as a result of the complaint investigation conducted on July 17, 2025.
Findings
The licensee failed to ensure staff implemented a safe medication management system, resulting in four residents not receiving their prescribed medications as ordered, which placed them at risk of potential medical complications, including increased difficulty in walking for one resident. This deficiency is recurring and has been cited multiple times previously.
Deficiencies (1)
Failure to ensure staff implemented a safe medication management system resulting in four residents not receiving prescribed medications as ordered.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 4
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Laurie Anderson | Field Manager | Contact person for approval requests during stop placement and plan of correction submission. |
| Matt Hauser | Compliance Specialist | Signed the stop placement order letter. |
Inspection Report
Follow-Up
Census: 90
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Jun 10, 2025
Visit Reason
The Department completed a follow-up inspection of Renton Assisted Living Facility on 06/10/2025 to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies related to medication availability.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was based on allegations of missing and non-ordered medications. The investigation found that a named resident did not receive prescribed medications for over three weeks, resulting in a citation under WAC 388-78A-2240. The deficiency was substantiated and a citation was issued with a completion date of 04/30/2025.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies, confirming that the facility corrected the prior issue of nonavailability of medications as required by WAC 388-78A-2240.
Deficiencies (1)
Nonavailability of medications. The facility failed to obtain a resident's prescribed medications in a correct and timely manner, resulting in the resident not receiving medications for over three weeks.
Report Facts
Total residents: 90
Resident sample size: 4
Citation completion date: Apr 30, 2025
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Karri Hernandez | Community Complaint Investigator | Department staff who conducted the on-site verification and complaint investigation. |
| Laurie Anderson | Community Field Manager | Signed the follow-up inspection letter and plan of correction documents. |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 90
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Jun 2, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation regarding the facility's failure to notify the payor of a resident's transfer to the hospital.
Complaint Details
Complaint number 176287 regarding failure to notify payor of transfer of resident to hospital. The complaint was investigated and the facility was found not to have failed provider practice; no citation was written.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility failed to notify the Home and Community Service agency responsible as the payer source when a resident was admitted and hospitalized for over twenty-four hours. The facility provided documentation of a new policy and procedure developed during the investigation to ensure proper notification of resident transfers to hospitals.
Deficiencies (1)
Failure to notify Home and Community Service agency responsible as the payer source when a resident was admitted and hospitalized for over twenty-four hours.
Report Facts
Total residents: 90
Resident sample size: 5
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Karri Hernandez | Community Complaint Investigator | Conducted the inspection and provided consultation |
| Laurie Anderson | Community Field Manager | Signed the letter and provided contact information |
Inspection Report
Follow-Up
Census: 84
Deficiencies: 1
Date: May 20, 2025
Visit Reason
The Department completed a follow-up inspection of Renton Assisted Living Facility on 05/20/2025 to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies related to medication services.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation was conducted due to allegation that the facility was not dispensing medications as ordered. The complaint was substantiated with a citation issued and a Plan of Correction required within 45 days.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies, confirming that previously cited medication service deficiencies were corrected. The prior complaint investigation identified a failure to dispense medications as prescribed, resulting in a citation and a Plan of Correction.
Deficiencies (1)
Facility failed to ensure one resident received medications as prescribed, placing the resident at risk for decline in medical conditions and potential harm.
Report Facts
Total residents: 84
Resident sample size: 8
Plan of Correction timeframe: 45
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Karri Hernandez | Community Complaint Investigator | Conducted the on-site verification and complaint investigation |
| Jamie Singer | Field Manager | Signed correspondence related to the follow-up inspection |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 90
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Apr 25, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an unannounced on-site complaint investigation regarding neglect, specifically lack of care that resulted in injury.
Complaint Details
The complaint involved neglect characterized by lack of care that resulted in injury. The investigation found failed provider practices and citations were written.
Findings
The investigation identified failed provider practices related to neglect in care for two sampled residents, resulting in citations. The facility failed to provide necessary medical treatment and wound care, placing residents at risk of compromised health conditions and possible death.
Deficiencies (1)
Failure to assess and provide care and services for 2 sampled residents with necessary medical treatment, including wound care, resulting in risk of compromised health conditions and possible death.
Report Facts
Total residents: 90
Resident sample size: 2
Compliance Determination Completion Date: Apr 25, 2025
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Harrison Udoye | Community Complaint Investigator | Investigator who conducted the complaint investigation |
| Karri Hernandez | Community Complaint Investigator | Department staff who did the on-site verification |
| Laurie Anderson | Community Field Manager | Signed follow-up inspection letter confirming no deficiencies |
| Paulette Stahl | District Administrator | Signed plan of correction and attestation statements |
| Staff A | Administrator | Interviewed staff member unaware of wound care needs and responsible parties |
| Staff B | Licensed Practical Nurse | Interviewed staff member unaware of wound care needs |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Apr 9, 2025
Visit Reason
The Department of Social and Health Services completed a Complaint Investigation at Renton Assisted Living on April 9, 2025, due to concerns regarding medication services.
Complaint Details
Complaint Investigation completed on April 9, 2025. The deficiency was substantiated as a recurring issue with medication services.
Findings
The licensee failed to ensure one resident received medications as prescribed to meet their medical needs, placing the resident at risk for potential decline in medical conditions, decreased quality of life, and potential harm. This deficiency was recurring, previously cited in April and August 2023.
Deficiencies (1)
Failure to ensure one resident received medications as prescribed to meet their medical needs.
Report Facts
Civil Fine Amount: 800
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Matt Hauser | Compliance Specialist | Signed the letter regarding the civil fine and complaint investigation. |
| Laurie Anderson | Field Manager | Contact person for the plan of correction and appeals process. |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 84
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Mar 25, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an unannounced on-site complaint investigation regarding an allegation of improper discharge of a resident at Renton Assisted Living.
Complaint Details
The complaint involved an allegation of improper discharge of a resident. The investigation substantiated the complaint, resulting in a citation for failed provider practice.
Findings
The facility was cited for improper discharge of Resident 1 due to failure to provide an appropriate written notice of discharge including the discharge date, location, and contact information for the long-term care ombudsman as required by WAC/RCW. This failure placed the resident at risk of not obtaining proper housing and medical care.
Deficiencies (1)
Failure to provide Resident 1 with an appropriate written notice of discharge including discharge date, location, and long-term care ombudsman contact information.
Report Facts
Total residents: 84
Resident sample size: 8
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Karri Hernandez | Community Complaint Investigator | Department staff who conducted the on-site verification and investigation |
| Paulette Stahl | District Administrator | Signed Plan of Correction and attestation statements related to the deficiency |
Inspection Report
Follow-Up
Census: 81
Deficiencies: 7
Date: Mar 14, 2025
Visit Reason
The Department completed a follow-up inspection of Renton Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previous deficiencies.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that previous deficiencies related to staff training, medication management, infection control, food sanitation, and resident care plans were corrected or in the process of correction.
Deficiencies (7)
Failure to ensure staff completed required continuing education training to perform job duties.
Failure to document negotiated service agreements with care needs and interventions for residents.
Failure to maintain accurate inventory and documentation of controlled medications in medication carts.
Failure to implement proper hand hygiene by staff after medication assistance.
Failure to maintain kitchen sanitation including proper food thawing, handwashing facilities, food storage, and cleaning.
Failure to maintain current Medical Test Site Waiver certificate and protect resident medical records confidentiality.
Failure to separate clean and soiled laundry and ensure proper laundry room ventilation.
Report Facts
Residents at risk due to staff training deficiency: 83
Residents at risk due to medication cart deficiencies: 82
Residents at risk due to infection control deficiencies: 81
Residents at risk due to food sanitation deficiencies: 81
Residents at risk due to care plan documentation deficiencies: 5
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff F | Medication Technician | Failed to complete required continuing education training. |
| Staff C | Caregiver | Failed to complete required training and CPR hands-on skills. |
| Staff E | Medication Technician | Failed to complete required continuing education training. |
| Staff M | Medication Technician | Failed to perform proper hand hygiene after medication assistance. |
| Staff N | Medication Technician | Failed to perform proper hand hygiene after medication assistance. |
| Staff A | Administrator | Aware of staff training requirements but unaware of some deficiencies. |
| Staff B | Health Services Director | Provided infection control training and acknowledged training deficiencies. |
| Staff G | Executive Director | Aware of staff training and continuing education requirements. |
| Staff J | Medication Technician | Described medication count procedures. |
| Staff K | Cook | Failed to use proper handwashing sink and thaw food properly. |
| Staff L | Food Services Director | New hire unaware of missing temperature logs and cleaning documentation. |
Inspection Report
Enforcement
Census: 83
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Jan 23, 2025
Visit Reason
The Department of Social and Health Services completed a follow-up visit at the Renton Assisted Living facility to address previously cited deficiencies and enforce compliance.
Findings
The licensee failed to ensure one staff member completed required Continuing Education training, resulting in a civil fine and placing all 83 residents at risk of unmet care needs due to incomplete staff training.
Deficiencies (1)
Failure to ensure one staff completed required Continuing Education training to perform their job duties and responsibilities.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 700
Resident census: 83
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Laurie Anderson | Field Manager | Contact person for submission of Statement of Deficiencies and plan of correction. |
| Matt Hauser | Compliance Specialist | Signed the enforcement letter. |
Inspection Report
Enforcement
Census: 90
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Dec 6, 2024
Visit Reason
A follow-up visit was conducted on December 6, 2024, to assess compliance with previously cited deficiencies, resulting in the imposition of a civil fine for failure to ensure required staff training.
Findings
The licensee failed to ensure one staff member completed required Continuing Education training, placing all 90 residents at risk of unmet care needs. This was an uncorrected citation previously cited on October 11, 2024.
Deficiencies (1)
Failure to ensure one staff completed required Continuing Education (CE) training to perform their job duties and responsibilities.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 400
Resident census: 90
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Matt Hauser | Compliance Specialist | Signed the enforcement letter. |
| Laurie Anderson | Field Manager | Contact person for plan of correction and inquiries. |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 2
Date: Dec 2, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to complaints #156554 and #156628 regarding a widespread power outage at Renton Assisted Living.
Complaint Details
Complaint #156554 and #156628 involved a power outage. The facility had a small generator to help with lighting and medical receptacles for oxygen. Fire alarm went into trouble status during the outage. It is unknown if the fire panel can call out. The facility did not conduct a fire watch while the sprinkler system was down.
Findings
The facility had a small generator running to provide lighting and medical receptacles for oxygen users. Fire alarm went into trouble status during the power outage, and it was unknown if the fire panel could call out. The facility did not conduct a fire watch while the sprinkler system was down and the fire alarm was in trouble status, resulting in the facility being put on fire watch.
Deficiencies (2)
The facility did not conduct a fire watch while their sprinkler system was down.
The fire alarm is in trouble status and it is unknown if it calls out.
Report Facts
Complaint numbers: 2
Next inspection date: Jan 1, 2025
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Cozetta Christian | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Conducted the inspection and signed the report |
Notice
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Oct 2, 2024
Visit Reason
This letter serves as formal notice that the conditions placed on the facility's license on March 7, 2024, are lifted effective April 16, 2024.
Findings
The document informs the facility administrator that the previously imposed license conditions have been officially lifted as of April 16, 2024.
Inspection Report
Follow-Up
Census: 88
Deficiencies: 2
Date: Sep 13, 2024
Visit Reason
The Department completed a follow-up inspection of Renton Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies related to reporting significant changes in residents' conditions and compliance with licensing laws.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation from 02/14/2024 through 05/13/2024 involved allegations of neglect and failure to notify Home and Community Services when a resident was out of the facility. The investigation found substantiated failures including neglect of wound care, failure to notify appropriate agencies of hospitalizations, and failure to report possible neglect to the Complaint Resolution Unit hotline.
Findings
The follow-up inspection on 09/13/2024 found no deficiencies and confirmed that previously cited deficiencies related to failure to notify Home and Community Services Case Manager of resident hospitalizations were corrected. Earlier complaint investigations found failures in reporting, neglect in wound care, and failure to report abuse and neglect, resulting in citations and plans of correction.
Deficiencies (2)
Failure to notify the Home and Community Services Case Manager within 24 hours when a resident was hospitalized, resulting in delayed notification by three days.
Failure to assess and provide appropriate medical treatment for a resident's leg wound, failure to notify representatives and home health, and failure to report possible neglect to the Complaint Resolution Unit hotline.
Report Facts
Resident sample size: 4
Total residents: 88
Former residents sample size: 1
Days late notification: 3
Date of follow-up inspection: Sep 13, 2024
Date of complaint investigation: 2024-02-14 to 2024-05-13
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Harrison Udoye | Community Complaint Investigator | Conducted on-site verification and complaint investigation |
| Laurie Anderson | Field Manager | Signed follow-up inspection letter |
| Staff A | Executive Director | Interviewed regarding reporting failures and notification processes |
| Staff B | Operations Area Specialist | Interviewed regarding reporting failures and notification processes |
| Staff C | Resident Care Coordinator / Director of Health and Wellness | Informed others of hospitalization; involved in wound care failure |
| Staff D | Business Office Manager | Interviewed regarding reporting failures and notification processes |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Jul 18, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to a complaint about a stove fire at Renton Assisted Living.
Complaint Details
Complaint #138642 involved a stove fire. The complaint was investigated and no violations were found. The facility had a staff turnover and the grease trap had gone uncleaned prior to the fire.
Findings
The facility reported a fire started in the kitchen grease trap on July 15, 2024. Staff initially used the wrong extinguisher but later extinguished the fire. The grease trap was cleaned and the facility committed to nightly cleaning. No violations were found at the time of inspection.
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Cozetta Christian | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Conducted the inspection related to the stove fire complaint. |
| Virginia M Kunde | Executive | Owner or Authorized Representative who signed the report. |
Inspection Report
Enforcement
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Jul 17, 2024
Visit Reason
The Department of Social and Health Services completed a follow-up visit at the Renton Assisted Living facility to assess compliance and enforce regulations, resulting in the imposition of a civil fine.
Findings
The licensee failed to notify the Home and Community Services Case Manager when a Medicaid resident was admitted to the hospital, placing the resident at risk of disruption in service coordination and financial assistance. This deficiency was previously cited and remains uncorrected.
Deficiencies (1)
Failure to notify the Home and Community Services Case Manager when a Medicaid resident was admitted to the hospital.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 300
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Matt Hauser | Compliance Specialist | Signed the enforcement letter. |
| Laurie Anderson | Field Manager | Contact person for plan of correction and appeals. |
Inspection Report
Life Safety
Deficiencies: 21
Date: Jul 3, 2024
Visit Reason
An unannounced Fire and Life Safety Code inspection was conducted at Renton Assisted Living by the Washington State Patrol, State Fire Marshal's Office to determine compliance with all applicable codes.
Findings
Multiple fire and life safety code violations were cited including smoking in non-smoking areas, unapproved power adapters, lack of documentation for inspections and maintenance, blocked fire extinguishers, unsecured gas cylinders, and fire door deficiencies. Some violations were corrected at the time of inspection, while others lacked documentation of correction.
Deficiencies (21)
Resident was smoking in the non smoking area during inspection.
Cigarette butts found in non smoking and designated smoking areas and in front of the building.
Unapproved multi plug adapter in the sales office on 1st floor.
Power strip plugged into another power strip in Med room 2 on 2nd floor.
Extension cords in use in maintenance office and reception desk (removed at time of inspection).
Facility unable to provide documentation for semi annual hood cleaning.
Penetration in ceiling of maintenance room on 3rd floor and multiple open conduits in boiler room on 1st floor.
Facility unable to provide documentation for 5 year internal pipe inspection, forward flow inspection, and 4th quarter sprinkler inspection.
Fire extinguisher in dining room blocked (corrected at time of inspection).
Fire extinguisher in laundry room mounted over 5 foot requirement.
Annual fire alarm report shows deficiencies; documentation of correction not provided.
Carbon monoxide detector in hall by oxygen room inoperable; no documentation of testing in past 12 months.
Facility lacks emergency stop switch and annunciation panel for generator.
Facility has not conducted/documented required weekly visual inspections and monthly load tests of generator for last 12 months.
Facility unable to provide documentation of annual servicing of emergency generator in last 12 months.
Unsecured gas cylinders in maintenance office (3rd floor) and oxygen storage room (1st floor).
Fire extinguisher in elevator room has no monthly inspections.
Fire extinguisher in dining room due for 6 year hydro test.
Salon has a loaded sprinkler head on 3rd floor.
Kitchen door has penetrations; 1st floor cross corridor #2 did not close/latch; several resident room doors not connected properly.
Facility unable to provide documentation for completion of twelve planned and unannounced fire drills in previous 12 months.
Report Facts
Inspection date: Jul 3, 2024
Next inspection scheduled: Aug 2, 2024
Fire drills required: 12
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Myles N. Bordner | Owner or Authorized Representative | Signed the inspection report |
| Cozetta Christian | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Conducted the inspection and signed the report |
Notice
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Mar 7, 2024
Visit Reason
This notice imposes conditions on the license of Renton Assisted Living following deficiencies identified in a Statement of Deficiencies dated February 26, 2024.
Findings
The Department requires the licensee to hire a registered nurse consultant to ensure staff compliance with nurse delegation regulations, credential verification, and training, and to implement processes preventing unqualified medication administration.
Report Facts
Deadline for hiring RNC: Mar 22, 2024
Deadline for staff training and supervision: Apr 19, 2024
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Matt Hauser | Compliance Specialist | Signed the notice imposing conditions on the license. |
Inspection Report
Enforcement
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Feb 26, 2024
Visit Reason
The Department of Social and Health Services completed a follow-up visit at Renton Assisted Living on February 26, 2024, resulting in the imposition of a civil fine and conditions on the facility's license due to recurring deficiencies related to nurse delegation requirements.
Findings
The licensee failed to ensure all staff met nurse delegation requirements for four residents, placing them at risk for harm and potential medication errors. This deficiency was recurring and previously cited multiple times in 2023.
Deficiencies (1)
Failure to ensure all staff completed and met nurse delegation requirements for four residents, risking harm and medication errors from undelegated staff.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 1000
Number of residents affected: 4
Previous deficiency citation dates: 3
Deadline to hire registered nurse consultant: Mar 22, 2024
Deadline for staff credential verification and training: Apr 19, 2024
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Matt Hauser | Compliance Specialist | Signed the enforcement letter. |
| Laurie Anderson | Field Manager | Contact person for submitting plan of correction and inquiries. |
Inspection Report
Life Safety
Deficiencies: 29
Date: Dec 11, 2023
Visit Reason
On 12/11/2023 the Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted an inspection at Renton Assisted Living to determine compliance with fire and life safety codes.
Findings
All violations noted during previous related inspections have been corrected as of the 12/11/2023 inspection. Previous inspections on 08/14/2023 and 07/12/2023 cited multiple deficiencies including smoking violations, unapproved multi-plug adapters, missing fire inspection records, and blocked fire extinguishers.
Deficiencies (29)
Residents are currently smoking in the nonsmoking area outside with cigarette butts on the ground and in the brush.
The maintenance office has an unapproved multi plug adapter on the ceiling - 3rd floor.
The facility was unable to provide record of their annual fire wall inspection and/or repairs for all fire-resistant-rated construction.
The Salon door has two small penetrations in it - at the door handle.
The facility was unable to provide documentation for their last fire/smoke damper testing.
The facility was unable to provide their quarterly sprinkler reports.
The facility's kitchen suppression report has multiple deficiencies and is currently yellow tagged.
The fire extinguisher in the laundry room is on the ground and blocked with clothing.
Resident room 106 has unsecured oxygen.
The facility was not able to provide documentation for the completion of twelve planned and unannounced fire drills in the previous 12 months.
The facility was not able to provide documentation for the completion of twelve planned and unannounced fire drills in the previous 12 months.
The fire extinguisher by resident room 210 was blocked by a trash can and a wheel chair. Corrected at time of inspection.
The fire extinguisher in the Laundry room on ground floor was blocked with clothing.
The maintenance office has a wire attached to the sprinkler pipe.
Missing escutcheon rings in resident rooms 108 and 121.
The force for pushing or pulling open interior swinging egress doors shall not exceed 5 pounds. The south side exit door on 1st floor requires extra force to open.
The manual pull station was obstructed by a chair and a fake tree in the 1st floor TV lounge room. Corrected at time of inspection.
Open junction boxes and open-wiring splices were observed. Approved covers were not provided for all switch and electrical outlet boxes. Corrected.
Extension cords and flexible cords were in use in resident room 217b and laundry room 1st floor.
The facility was unable to provide inventory record of their annual fire wall inspection and/or repairs for all fire-resistant-rated construction.
The facility was unable to provide inventory record of their annual inspection and/or repairs for all fire-resistant-rated doors.
The facility was unable to provide documentation for their last fire/smoke damper testing. It was last inspected 2018.
The facility was unable to provide quarterly sprinkler reports for their sprinkler system.
The facility's kitchen suppression report has multiple deficiencies and is currently yellow tagged. The facility was unable to provide a correction report.
The fire alarm boxes were obstructed or not visible at all times. Corrected.
The facility has dirty sprinkler heads in the kitchen and laundry areas.
The facility has unsecured oxygen tanks in resident room 106.
The facility has unsecured oxygen tanks in resident room 217b and 106.
The facility has unsecured oxygen tanks in resident room 217b and 106.
Report Facts
Inspection dates: 3
Fire drills required: 12
Fire extinguisher maintenance frequency: 3
Fire extinguisher maintenance frequency: 6
Fire extinguisher travel distance: 5
Fire extinguisher height: 5
Door opening force: 5
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Cozetta Christian | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Signed inspection reports and conducted inspections |
| Cinoy Davis | Executive Director | Signed inspection report on 08/14/2023 |
| Sherryl See | ED | Signed inspection report on 12/11/2023 as Owner or Owner's Representative |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Dec 11, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to investigate a complaint regarding a fire in a trash can and a resident smoking indoors at Renton Assisted Living.
Complaint Details
Complaint #108722 involved a fire in a trash can caused by a resident smoking indoors. The fire department responded, no evacuation or injuries occurred, and no IFC violations were observed. The complaint was investigated by Deputy State Fire Marshal Christian.
Findings
On November 16, 2023, a trash can fire occurred in a resident room caused by a resident lighting a napkin on fire after being told not to smoke indoors. The facility is removing the resident and reminding others that smoking is not allowed inside. No injuries or IFC violations were reported.
Report Facts
Complaint number: 108722
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Cozetta Christian | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Conducted the complaint investigation |
| Sherryl See | Executive Director | Interviewed during the investigation |
Inspection Report
Follow-Up
Deficiencies: 6
Date: Dec 8, 2023
Visit Reason
The Department of Social and Health Services conducted a follow-up visit at Renton Assisted Living to assess correction of previously cited deficiencies and to impose civil fines based on ongoing violations.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple recurring deficiencies including failure to submit timely background checks for new staff, failure to screen staff for tuberculosis, unsecured medication rooms, inadequate monitoring of nurse delegation services, insufficient staff training on abuse and neglect policies, and failure to ensure pets had proper veterinary care. These deficiencies placed residents at risk of abuse, neglect, medication errors, infectious disease exposure, and harm from pets.
Deficiencies (6)
Failure to submit Washington state name and date of birth background inquiry for new staff on the first business day after employment.
Failure to ensure three staff were screened for tuberculosis within three days of employment.
Failure to ensure one medication room was locked when left unsupervised by staff.
Failure to monitor nurse delegation services for three residents.
Failure to ensure 25 staff were trained on policies related to identifying and reporting suspected abandonment, abuse, neglect, exploitation, and financial exploitation.
Failure to ensure five pets had regular veterinary examinations and vaccinations and were certified free of diseases transmittable to humans.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 600
Civil fine amount: 400
Civil fine amount: 500
Civil fine amount: 800
Civil fine amount: 500
Civil fine amount: 500
Total civil fines: 3300
Staff not trained: 25
Staff not screened for TB: 3
Residents affected by nurse delegation failure: 3
Pets in facility: 5
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Matt Hauser | Compliance Specialist | Signed the enforcement letter |
| Laurie Anderson | Field Manager | Contact person for the enforcement and plan of correction |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 105
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Sep 8, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an unannounced complaint investigation regarding fire safety concerns at Renton Assisted Living.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation regarding fire safety. Facility failed the third fire marshal inspection on 08/14/2023. Citation issued 09/08/2023.
Findings
The facility failed the third fire marshal inspection on 2023-08-14 due to multiple fire safety violations and was not in compliance with state fire marshal regulations. A citation was issued on 2023-09-08. The facility acknowledged the deficiencies and was working to correct them.
Deficiencies (1)
Failure to ensure 105 residents resided in a safe environment approved by the State Fire Marshal, placing residents at risk of harm, injury, and potential fire hazards related to unsafe environmental conditions.
Report Facts
Total residents: 105
Resident sample size: 1
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Harrison Udoye | Community Complaint Investigator | Investigator who conducted the complaint investigation |
| Staff G | Director of Operation | Interviewed staff who acknowledged facility was out of compliance and described corrective actions |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 115
Deficiencies: 2
Date: Aug 15, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation based on allegations regarding the provision of a calling system (pendant) and housekeeping issues at Renton Assisted Living.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated with findings that the facility failed to provide a communication system to a resident, placing the resident at risk of harm, injury, and unmet care needs. The facility was previously cited for housekeeping issues but no new citation was issued during this investigation.
Findings
The facility failed to provide a named resident with a communication system (pendant) after admission and following a fall, which resulted in harm and the resident's subsequent death. Additionally, housekeeping deficiencies were noted in a room prepared for a new resident, but no new citation was issued as the facility was still in their plan of correction period.
Deficiencies (2)
Facility staff failed to provide a communication system (pendant) to a resident upon admission and after a fall, resulting in harm and death.
Housekeeping deficiencies including uneven ceiling paint and duct tape on window seal in a resident's room.
Report Facts
Total residents: 115
Resident sample size: 3
Closed records sample size: 1
Fall dates: 2
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Harrison Udoye | Community Complaint Investigator | Investigator who conducted the complaint investigation |
| Laurie Anderson | Field Manager | Signed the compliance determination and statement of deficiencies |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 3
Date: Aug 14, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to complaint #76598 regarding smoking in the building at Renton Assisted Living.
Complaint Details
Complaint #76598 was regarding smoking in the building. Multiple re-inspections were conducted on 2023-04-05, 2023-05-08, 2023-06-12, 2023-07-12, and 2023-08-14. The complaint was substantiated with findings of residents smoking in their rooms and strong odors of cigarette and marijuana smoke. The Executive Director stated residents were informed not to continue smoking in rooms. Enforcement actions and follow-up reinspections were required.
Findings
Multiple inspections found violations related to residents smoking inside their rooms, with strong odors of cigarette and marijuana smoke detected. The facility failed to maintain compliance with smoking policies, and residents were smoking despite the non-smoking policy and designated smoking areas.
Deficiencies (3)
Residents smoking inside their rooms despite non-smoking policy.
Strong odors of cigarette and marijuana smoke detected in resident rooms.
Presence of cigarette butts and tobacco on the floor in resident rooms.
Report Facts
Complaint number: 76598
Number of inspections: 5
Evacuations: 0
Injuries: 0
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Cozetta Christian | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Conducted inspections and issued reports |
| Cindy Davis | Executive Director | Facility Executive Director who stated residents were informed about smoking policy |
| Chito Saligumba | Maintenance Director | Interviewed during inspections and involved in addressing smoking complaints |
| Tara Wical | Activities Director | Owner or Owner's Representative who signed inspection report |
Inspection Report
Life Safety
Deficiencies: 10
Date: Aug 14, 2023
Visit Reason
The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted an annual fire and life safety inspection and a required reinspection of Renton Assisted Living to determine compliance with applicable fire and life safety codes.
Findings
The inspections identified multiple violations including smoking in nonsmoking areas, unapproved electrical adapters, missing fire inspection records, and blocked or missing fire safety equipment. The facility failed to maintain compliance placing residents, staff, and visitors at risk.
Deficiencies (10)
Residents are currently smoking in the nonsmoking area outside with cigarette butts on the ground and in the brush.
The maintenance office has an unapproved multi plug adapter on the ceiling - 3rd floor.
The Business Manager's office has a power strip dangling by its cord behind desk - 2nd floor.
The facility was unable to provide record of their annual fire wall inspection and/or repairs for all fire-resistant-rated construction.
The Salon door has two small penetrations in it at the door handle.
The facility was unable to provide inventory record of their annual inspection and/or repairs for all fire-resistant-rated doors.
The facility was unable to provide documentation for their last fire/smoke damper testing.
The facility's kitchen suppression report has multiple deficiencies and is currently yellow tagged.
Required maintenance for fire extinguishers in multiple areas has not been completed in accordance with NFPA 10.
The fire extinguisher in the laundry room is on the ground and blocked with clothing.
Report Facts
Next inspection scheduled: Sep 13, 2023
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Cozetta Christian | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Letter issued by Deputy State Fire Marshal Cozetta Christian |
Inspection Report
Follow-Up
Deficiencies: 12
Date: Aug 10, 2023
Visit Reason
The Department of Social and Health Services conducted a follow-up visit to Renton Assisted Living to assess correction of previously cited deficiencies.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple uncorrected deficiencies related to background checks, tuberculosis testing, infection control, medication management, staff training, and pet records, all previously cited on April 3, 2023. Civil fines totaling $4,200 were imposed based on these violations.
Deficiencies (12)
Failed to submit Washington state name and date of birth background check on the first business day after staff started working for two sampled staff.
Failed to implement a system to ensure five sampled staff were screened for tuberculosis.
Failed to implement respiratory protection program for 30 staff to reduce spread of infectious diseases.
Failed to ensure two sampled staff completed national fingerprint background check prior to provisional hire and prevent unsupervised access pending results.
Failed to ensure one sampled medication cart was locked when left unsupervised.
Failed to ensure two sampled residents received medications as prescribed, resulting in medication errors.
Failed to communicate with physician for one sampled resident's blood sugar results as ordered.
Failed to monitor nurse delegation services for 16 sampled residents.
Failed to accurately document medication assistance and administration for one resident.
Failed to ensure three sampled staff completed facility orientation as required.
Failed to ensure all staff were trained on policies related to reporting suspected abandonment, abuse, neglect, exploitation, and financial exploitation.
Failed to maintain pet records for five pets including veterinarian certification and vaccinations.
Report Facts
Civil fines total: 4200
Staff not screened for tuberculosis: 5
Staff without respiratory protection program: 30
Residents affected by nurse delegation failure: 16
Pets without proper records: 5
Staff without facility orientation: 3
Residents with medication errors: 2
Staff without national fingerprint background check: 2
Staff without Washington state background check: 2
Medication carts left unlocked: 1
Residents with undocumented medication assistance: 1
Residents with uncommunicated blood sugar results: 1
Inspection Report
Follow-Up
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Aug 4, 2023
Visit Reason
The Department completed a follow-up inspection of Renton Assisted Living Facility on 08/04/2023 to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies related to notification of resident hospitalizations and significant changes in condition.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility met Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. The prior deficiencies related to failure to notify Home and Community Services (HCS) case managers of resident hospitalizations and significant condition changes were corrected.
Deficiencies (1)
Failure to notify the Home and Community Services Case Manager when residents admitted to hospital or skilled nursing facility, causing potential disruption in coordination of services and funding.
Report Facts
Resident sample size: 6
Total residents: 100
Residents not notified to HCS: 4
Days late notification: 24
Days late notification: 13
Days late notification: 3
Days late notification: 13
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Michelle Yip | ALF Licensor | Department staff who conducted on-site verification and complaint investigation |
| Laurie Anderson | Field Manager | Signed follow-up inspection letter |
| Staff D | Executive Director | Interviewed regarding Medicaid contracts and notification process |
| Staff E | Business Office Manager | Responsible for communication with HCS case manager and notification process |
| Staff F | Director of Compliance | Reported facility had not implemented notification system |
| Staff A | Executive Director | New Executive Director interviewed during complaint investigation |
| Staff B | Health Services Director | New Health Services Director interviewed during complaint investigation |
Inspection Report
Enforcement
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Jun 16, 2023
Visit Reason
The Department of Social and Health Services completed a follow-up visit at Renton Assisted Living to address previously cited deficiencies and enforce compliance, resulting in the imposition of a civil fine.
Findings
The facility failed to notify the Home and Community Services Case Manager when four Medicaid residents were admitted to the hospital or skilled nursing facility, creating a potential disruption in coordination of services and funding. This deficiency was previously cited and remains uncorrected.
Deficiencies (1)
Failure to notify the Home and Community Services Case Manager of significant changes in residents' conditions, specifically hospital or skilled nursing facility admissions for four Medicaid residents.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 300
Number of Medicaid residents involved: 4
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Matt Hauser | Compliance Specialist | Signed the enforcement letter |
| Laurie Anderson | Field Manager | Contact person for plan of correction and inquiries |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1
Date: May 8, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to a complaint (#76598) regarding residents smoking inside the building at Renton Assisted Living.
Complaint Details
Complaint #76598 regarding smoking in the building was investigated on April 5, 2023 and May 8, 2023. The complaint was substantiated as multiple residents were found smoking in their rooms, and the facility staff acknowledged difficulty in evicting these residents.
Findings
The investigation found multiple residents smoking in their rooms despite the facility's non-smoking policy. Strong cigarette and marijuana smoke odors were detected in resident rooms, and tobacco was found on the floor. The facility is aware of the issue and is having trouble evicting the residents who smoke.
Deficiencies (1)
Residents smoking inside their rooms despite non-smoking policy; strong cigarette and marijuana smoke odors detected; tobacco found on the floor.
Report Facts
Complaint number: 76598
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Cozetta Christian | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Conducted the complaint investigation and inspections on April 5 and May 8, 2023 |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 90
Deficiencies: 3
Date: Sep 21, 2022
Visit Reason
The complaint investigation was conducted due to allegations of a missing resident and missing prescribed medication dosages at Renton Assisted Living.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated with findings that the facility failed to report a resident missing for three days, failed to notify the resident's representatives and primary care provider about missed medication dosages, and did not follow policies regarding medication administration and resident elopement.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility failed to report a resident missing for three days, failed to notify the resident's representatives and primary care provider about missed medication dosages, and did not follow policies regarding medication administration and resident elopement. The facility did not investigate or document the incidents properly, placing residents at risk of harm.
Deficiencies (3)
Failure to provide safe medication services for a resident, resulting in missed medications for three days without documentation or notification.
Failure to investigate and document a missing resident incident and develop interventions to prevent recurrence.
Failure to implement and follow the facility's elopement policy, including notification to law enforcement and the department hotline.
Report Facts
Resident count: 90
Resident sample size: 4
Missed medication days: 3
Investigation dates: 2022-08-18 to 2022-09-21
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Harrison Udoye | Community Complaint Investigator | Conducted the complaint investigation and on-site verification |
| Laurie Anderson | Field Manager | Signed letters and correspondence related to the investigation |
| Staff A | Executive Director | Interviewed regarding unawareness of missed medications and missing resident incident |
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