Complaint Investigation Report

At 10:03 a.m. LPA observed one (1) of two (2) bathrooms had a trash bin with no lid or cover. Based on interview conducted, and LPA's observation the allegation is deemed Substantiated at this time.

Allegation#2: Facility staff do not keep medication in a safe and locked location.

It is alleged, medication closet and medication requiring refrigeration were not secured. To investigate the allegation, LPA Rios conducted a physical plant tour and reviewed four (4) of five (5) resident physician's reports. Two (2) out of four (4) physician's reports revealed a diagnosis of dementia. During physical plant tour LPA observed medication closet locked. LPA did not observe medication in the refrigerator located in the kitchen. LPA went through the unlocked door to the laundry room to get to the garage in the garage, LPA observed medication in the extra refrigerator. A second door in the garage leading to the outside side of the facility was unlocked and slightly open making the garage and the medication in the garage refrigerator accessible from the laundry room and the outside. Based on interview conducted, record review and observation the allegation is deemed Substantiated at this time.

Deficiencies cited (Refer to LIC 9099-D). Exit Interview conducted. Copy of Appeal Rights and Report provided.