Inspection Reports for The Best Choice Group Home LLC
2101 Mariposa Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89104, NV, 89104
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Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 8
Capacity: 10
Deficiencies: 1
Mar 3, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual State Licensure survey in accordance with Nevada Administrative Code Chapter 449 for Residential Facility for Groups.
Findings
The facility received a grade of A. A deficiency was identified related to infection control training, where 2 of 4 employees lacked documented evidence of infection control training through a nationally recognized organization.
Severity Breakdown
2: 1
Deficiencies (1)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| The facility failed to ensure 2 of 4 employees received infection control training through a nationally recognized organization. | 2 |
Report Facts
Licensed beds: 10
Residents present: 8
Employees reviewed: 4
Residents files reviewed: 8
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Joanne Misuraca | Administrator | Acknowledged the infection control training deficiency and responsible for plan of correction implementation |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 8
Capacity: 10
Deficiencies: 0
Mar 5, 2024
Visit Reason
This inspection was conducted as an annual State Licensure survey in accordance with Nevada Administrative Code Chapter 449 for Residential Facility for Groups.
Findings
The facility received a grade of A with no regulatory deficiencies identified. No further action is necessary.
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 8
Capacity: 10
Deficiencies: 0
Mar 2, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a result of an annual, complaint investigation, and infection control State Licensure survey at the facility.
Findings
No regulatory deficiencies were identified during the inspection. One complaint was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated. The facility received a grade of A.
Complaint Details
One complaint (NV00067731) was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated with no regulatory deficiencies identified.
Report Facts
Sample size: 9
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 7
Capacity: 10
Deficiencies: 0
Feb 28, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual and infection control State Licensure survey in accordance with Nevada Administrative Code, Chapter 449, Residential Facility for Groups.
Findings
No regulatory deficiencies were identified during the survey. The facility received a grade of A and was provided guidance on nondiscrimination, privacy, cultural competency, and complaint policies.
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 7
Capacity: 10
Deficiencies: 1
Apr 29, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual state licensure and infection control survey in accordance with Nevada Administrative Code Chapter 449 for Residential Facility for Groups.
Findings
The facility failed to implement safe infection control practices related to COVID-19 screening for visitors and healthcare providers entering the facility. The facility received a grade of A despite the identified deficiencies.
Severity Breakdown
Severity: 2: 1
Deficiencies (1)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failure to implement safe infection control practices for COVID-19 screening of visitors and healthcare providers prior to entry. | Severity: 2 |
Report Facts
Licensed beds: 10
Resident census: 7
Severity scope: 3
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Joanne Misuraca | Administrator | Signed the report and responsible for plan of correction |
Inspection Report
Abbreviated Survey
Census: 6
Capacity: 10
Deficiencies: 4
Aug 7, 2020
Visit Reason
A focused COVID-19 infection control survey was conducted to assess compliance with infection control and prevention regulations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Findings
The facility had several infection control practices in place including PPE use, hand hygiene, and disinfection protocols; however, deficiencies were identified such as failure to screen the health facilities inspector, lack of signage on the door of a COVID-19 positive resident, no dedicated staff assigned to COVID-19 positive residents, and staff and residents not being fit-tested for N95 respirators.
Severity Breakdown
Severity: 2: 4
Deficiencies (4)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| A caregiver did not check the temperature of the health facilities inspector prior to entry or screen with a COVID-19 questionnaire. | Severity: 2 |
| Signage was not observed on the bedroom door for one resident identified as positive for COVID-19. | Severity: 2 |
| Staff were not assigned and dedicated to providing care to residents identified as positive for COVID-19. | Severity: 2 |
| Staff and residents who wore N95 respirators were not properly fit-tested, medically cleared, and approved to wear N95 respirators. | Severity: 2 |
Report Facts
Licensed beds: 10
Census: 6
Glove stock: 500
N95 respirator stock: 40
Gowns stock: 20
Face shields: 6
Caregivers employed: 6
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Joanne Misuraca | Administrator | Named as responsible for oversight and plan of correction implementation |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 8
Deficiencies: 0
Jan 21, 2020
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a result of a complaint investigation initiated at the facility on 01/21/20, concerning four allegations including verbal abuse, sewage backup, bad odor, and failure to return money to a resident upon discharge.
Findings
The investigation included interviews and record reviews and concluded that none of the four allegations could be substantiated. No regulatory deficiencies were identified.
Complaint Details
Complaint #NV00059992 with four allegations was investigated and found to be unsubstantiated.
Report Facts
Sample size: 5
Number of allegations: 4
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 9
Capacity: 10
Deficiencies: 1
Sep 13, 2019
Visit Reason
The inspection was an annual state licensure survey initiated at the facility on 09/13/19 in accordance with Nevada Administrative Code Chapter 449 for Residential Facility for Groups.
Findings
The facility was found to have one regulatory deficiency related to bathrooms and toilet facilities where hand drying towels or paper towels were not available in one of three bathrooms. The facility received a grade of A overall.
Severity Breakdown
Severity: 2: 1
Deficiencies (1)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Facility failed to ensure hand drying towels/paper towels were available in 1 of 3 bathrooms (Bathroom #1). | Severity: 2 |
Report Facts
Resident census: 9
Total licensed capacity: 10
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Lasam | Facility Manager/Owner | Signed the report and referenced as Owner in interview regarding deficiency |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 8
Capacity: 10
Deficiencies: 0
Sep 4, 2018
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a result of an annual grading survey combined with a complaint investigation initiated on 9/4/18 at the facility.
Findings
The facility was found to be in substantial compliance with regulations, receiving a grade of A. The complaint allegations were investigated and found to be unsubstantiated. No deficiencies were identified during the inspection.
Complaint Details
Complaint #NV00053700 included allegations of denial of medical record copies, uncooperative and unqualified staff, fraudulent cashing of a resident's check, lack of night staff oversight, plumbing issues, and inaccessibility of a bariatric chair. All allegations were investigated and found to be unsubstantiated.
Report Facts
Licensed capacity: 10
Resident census: 8
Number of resident files reviewed: 8
Number of employee files reviewed: 6
Number of medical records reviewed: 9
Number of residents interviewed: 4
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 7
Capacity: 10
Deficiencies: 0
Dec 21, 2017
Visit Reason
The inspection was an annual grading survey conducted to assess compliance with state licensure regulations for a residential facility for elderly and disabled persons.
Findings
The facility was found to be in substantial compliance with regulations, received a grade of A, and no deficiencies were identified during the survey.
Report Facts
Resident files reviewed: 7
Employee files reviewed: 6
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 0
Feb 1, 2016
Visit Reason
This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of an annual grading survey conducted in the facility on 2/1/16 by the Division of Public and Behavioral Health under the authority of NRS 449.0307.
Findings
The facility received a survey grade of A with no deficiencies identified during the annual licensure survey.
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 8
Capacity: 10
Deficiencies: 4
Mar 5, 2015
Visit Reason
This document is a Statement of Deficiencies generated as a result of an annual State Licensure survey conducted on 3/5/15 to assess compliance with state regulations for a residential facility for elderly and disabled persons.
Findings
The facility received a grade of A. Several deficiencies were identified including failure to ensure pre-employment physical examinations for one employee, inadequate fencing and security of the swimming pool gate, improper administration and documentation of PRN medications, and improper labeling and storage of medications for residents.
Severity Breakdown
Level 2: 4
Deficiencies (4)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failure to ensure 1 of 5 employees met pre-employment physical examination requirements. | Level 2 |
| Facility failed to ensure a body of water on premises was fenced, covered or blocked at all times; swimming pool gate was unlocked. | Level 2 |
| PRN medication was not administered with a dose range for 1 of 8 residents unable to determine need for medication. | Level 2 |
| Medications were not properly labeled and kept in original containers for 1 of 8 residents; empty medication boxes found in unmarked bin. | Level 2 |
Report Facts
Residents present: 8
Total licensed capacity: 10
Employees reviewed: 5
Resident files reviewed: 8
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Joanne Misuraca | Administrator | Signed the Statement of Deficiencies |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 8
Capacity: 10
Deficiencies: 4
Mar 5, 2015
Visit Reason
This document is a Statement of Deficiencies generated as a result of an annual State Licensure survey conducted on 3/5/2015 at The Royal Place, Inc., a residential facility for group beds for elderly and disabled persons.
Findings
The facility received a grade of A but had several deficiencies including failure to ensure pre-employment physical examinations for one employee, an unlocked pool gate posing a safety hazard, improper administration of PRN medication with a dose range, and medications not properly labeled or stored for one resident.
Severity Breakdown
Severity: 2: 4
Deficiencies (4)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failed to ensure 1 of 5 employees had a pre-employment physical examination within 6 months prior to hire date. | Severity: 2 |
| Failed to ensure a body of water on the premises was fenced, covered or blocked at all times; side yard pool gate was unlocked. | Severity: 2 |
| Failed to ensure PRN medication was not administered with a dose range for 1 of 8 residents unable to determine their own need for medication. | Severity: 2 |
| Failed to ensure medications were properly labeled and kept in original containers for 1 of 8 residents; medication tubes were unlabeled and stored outside original boxes. | Severity: 2 |
Report Facts
Residents present: 8
Total licensed capacity: 10
Employee files reviewed: 5
Resident files reviewed: 8
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 7
Capacity: 10
Deficiencies: 1
Mar 7, 2014
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a State Licensure annual grading survey to assess compliance with regulatory requirements for a residential facility for elderly and disabled persons.
Findings
The facility received a grade of A with one identified deficiency related to personnel files and tuberculosis screening requirements. The facility failed to ensure one employee who tested positive for tuberculosis screening had a completed medical evaluation for active tuberculosis.
Severity Breakdown
Severity: 2: 1
Deficiencies (1)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failure to ensure one employee who tested positive for tuberculosis screening submitted to a chest radiograph and medical evaluation for active tuberculosis. | Severity: 2 |
Report Facts
Resident files reviewed: 7
Employee files reviewed: 5
Severity level: 2
Scope: 1
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 7
Capacity: 10
Deficiencies: 1
Mar 7, 2014
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a State Licensure annual grading survey of the facility on March 7, 2014, by the authority of NRS 449.0307.
Findings
The facility received a grade of A. One deficiency was identified related to personnel files and tuberculosis screening: the facility failed to ensure that an employee who tested positive for tuberculosis screening had documented evidence of a medical evaluation for active tuberculosis.
Severity Breakdown
2: 1
Deficiencies (1)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failed to ensure 1 of 5 employees who tested positive for tuberculosis screening had documented evidence of a medical evaluation for active tuberculosis. | 2 |
Report Facts
Resident census: 7
Total licensed capacity: 10
Employees reviewed: 5
Resident files reviewed: 7
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 6
Capacity: 10
Deficiencies: 5
Mar 19, 2013
Visit Reason
This document is the result of an annual State Licensure survey conducted at the facility on 03/19/2013 to assess compliance with state regulations for a residential facility for elderly and disabled persons.
Findings
The facility received a grade of A but had several deficiencies including failure to ensure all employees complied with tuberculosis testing, improper medication destruction and storage, incomplete resident files, and incomplete staff training on elder abuse recognition and response.
Severity Breakdown
Severity: 2: 4
Deficiencies (5)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failure to ensure 4 employees complied with tuberculosis (TB) testing; chest x-ray not obtained following a positive PPD test. | Severity: 2 |
| Failure to destroy discontinued medication of Resident #4 immediately after the order. | Severity: 2 |
| Failure to ensure refrigerated medications belonging to 1 of 6 residents were secured in a locked container. | Severity: 2 |
| Failure to maintain complete resident files including evidence of two-step TB test for Resident #2. | Severity: 2 |
| Failure to ensure 1 of 4 staff members received annual training in recognition, prevention, and response to elder abuse. | — |
Report Facts
Residents present: 6
Licensed capacity: 10
Employees not compliant with TB testing: 4
Staff members missing elder abuse training: 1
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 6
Capacity: 10
Deficiencies: 5
Mar 19, 2013
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual State Licensure survey by the authority of NRS 449.150 to assess compliance with state regulations for a residential facility for elderly and disabled persons.
Findings
The facility received a grade of A but had several deficiencies including failure to ensure tuberculosis testing compliance for one employee and one resident, failure to destroy discontinued medications for one resident, failure to secure refrigerated medications for one resident, and failure to provide annual elder abuse training for one staff member.
Severity Breakdown
2: 4
Deficiencies (5)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failed to ensure 1 of 4 employees complied with tuberculosis testing requirements (Employee #2 - chest x-ray not obtained following positive PPD test). | 2 |
| Failed to destroy discontinued medication for 1 of 6 residents (Resident #4 - Promethazine suppository not destroyed after discontinuation). | 2 |
| Failed to ensure refrigerated medications belonging to 1 of 6 residents were secured (Resident #2 - Milk of Magnesia and Guaifenisine found unsecured). | 2 |
| Failed to ensure 1 of 6 residents complied with tuberculosis testing (Resident #2 - Two step TB test incomplete). | 2 |
| Administrator failed to ensure 1 of 4 staff members received annual elder abuse training (Employee #1 - missing evidence of training). | — |
Report Facts
Residents present: 6
Total licensed beds: 10
Employees reviewed: 4
Resident files reviewed: 6
Inspection Report
Original Licensing
Census: 2
Capacity: 10
Deficiencies: 0
Mar 7, 2012
Visit Reason
This was an initial State licensure survey conducted to request licensure for ten Residential Facility for Groups beds providing care to persons with mental illness and chronic illness.
Findings
Deficiencies found at the time of the survey were corrected and no further action was necessary.
Report Facts
Licensed beds: 10
Census: 2
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