Alamitos West Health & Rehabilitation

Review of Resident 1's TAR for August 2025 showed the following physician's orders without the entries from the licensed nurses:- on 8/9 and 8/10/25 at 0900 hours, to apply the fluocinonide (used to manage inflammation, itching, and redness associated with various skin conditions) external cream two times a day for generalized body itching;- on 8/9 and 8/10/25 at 0900 hours, to get the resident out of the bed to the wheelchair;- on 8/9/ and 8/10/25 for the day shift, to float the heels every shift due to the blanchable (a patch of red skin that turns white or pale when you press on it and returns to its normal color once pressure is removed, indicating that blood flow to the area is only temporarily restricted) redness on the bilateral heels;- on 8/10/25 for the NOC (night) shift, to float the heels every shift due to the blanchable redness on the bilateral heels;- on 8/9 and 8/10/25 at 0830 and 1330 hours, to brush/floss the resident's teeth after each meal;- on 8/9 and 8/10/25 for the day shift, to have the foot brace on at all time during the day shift;- on 8/9 and 8/10/25 for the day shift and 8/9/25 for the NOC shift, to monitor the left first digit ingrown toe nail every shift;- on 8/9 and 8/10/25 for the day shift and 8/9/25 for the NOC shift, to have the PRAFO (Pressure Relief Ankle Foot Orthosis) on the bilateral lower extremities at all times while in bed as tolerated. On 8/14/25 at 1609 hours, an interview and concurrent medical record review for Resident 1 was conducted with LVN 1.

When asked what the missing documentation meant on the resident's TAR for August 2025, LVN 1 stated the licensed nurses did not chart (document). LVN 1 stated the TAR would show a check mark when the task was completed.

However, when asked how the facility determined if the tasks were completed as ordered if the TAR was missing documentation, LVN 1 stated, I'm not sure. On 8/20/25 at 1647 hours, an interview was conducted with the DON.

The DON verified the above findings. b. On 8/19/25 at 1104 hours, an interview was conducted with Resident 1.

When asked if he had brushed his teeth, Resident 1 stated no they didn't not bring it to me. On 8/19/25 at 1140 hours, an observation and concurrent interview was conducted with CNA 3 of Resident 1's toothbrush and set-up.

When asked where Resident 1's oral care set-up was, CNA 3 pointed to the top of the dresser on the right side of the bed.

During the observation, CNA 3 was asked if she had set up the oral care supplies for Resident 1, CNA 3 stated, I don't think I did, I had two showers today.

Review of Resident 1's Documentation Survey Report for August 2025 under the section for Intervention/Task - oral care brushing and flossing with dental cleaning after meals dated 8/19/25, showed a Y (yes) documentation at 0842 hours. On 8/20/25 at 1110 hours, a follow-up telephone interview was conducted with CNA 3. CNA 3 stated she documented Resident 1 was provided oral care on 8/19/25, during the day shift; however, CNA 3 acknowledged she did not provide an oral care to Resident 1. On 8/20/25 at 1647 hours, an interview was conducted with the DON.

The DON was made aware and acknowledged the above findings.

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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:

A.

Building

COMPLETED

08/22/2025

STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE

Alamitos West Health & Rehabilitation

3902 Katella Avenue Los Alamitos, CA 90720

SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

minimal harm

NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY Based on observation, interview, and facility P&P review, the facility failed to ensure the appropriate infection control practices designed to provide a safe and sanitary environment and help prevent the development and transmission of infections were implemented. *

The facility failed to dispose the used gloves inside Shower room [ROOM NUMBER]. *

The facility failed to place the soiled towel inside the dirty linen barrel.

These failures posed the risk for the transmission of disease-causing microorganisms.Findings:

Review of the facility's P&P titled Infection Prevention and Control Program revised 4/2025 showed the facility personnel will handle, store, process, and transport linens so as to prevent the spread of infection.

The facility will use effective methods for the safe storage, transport and disposal of garbage, refuse and infectious waste, consistent with all applicable local, state, and federal requirements for such disposal. a. On 8/14/25 at 1229 hours, an observation and concurrent interview was conducted with the Account Manager in Shower room [ROOM NUMBER].

One used glove was observed on the sink and top of the toilet tank in Shower room [ROOM NUMBER].

The Account Manager verified and acknowledged the used gloves should have been disposed of properly. b. On 8/14/25 at 1256 hours, an observation and concurrent interview was conducted with the Account Manager in Shower room [ROOM NUMBER]. A white towel with grey and yellow-brownish stain was observed on the floor inside Shower room [ROOM NUMBER].

The Account Manager verified and acknowledged the towel should have been placed in the dirty linen barrel. On 8/20/25 at 1647 hours, an interview was conducted with the DON.

The DON was made aware of the above findings.

The DON stated the process for cleaning the shower rooms would include ensuring the shower rooms were free of used gloves and washcloths.

Facility ID:

IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:

A.

Building

COMPLETED

08/22/2025

STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE

Alamitos West Health & Rehabilitation

3902 Katella Avenue Los Alamitos, CA 90720

SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES

The facility failed to clean the shower heads for Shower rooms [ROOM NUMBER].

This failure had the potential risk of affecting the residents' health condition.Findings: On 8/13/25 at 1527 hours, an interview was conducted with Resident 2. Resident 2 stated inside Shower room [ROOM NUMBER], the showers look like there's poop.

Medical record review for Resident 2 was initiated on 8/13/25. Resident 2 was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. On 8/14/25 at 1229 hours, an observation and concurrent interview was conducted with the Account Manager. An observation was conducted inside Shower rooms [ROOM NUMBER]. A dark brown residue on the lower half of the shower heads surrounding the water spickets was observed inside Shower rooms [ROOM NUMBER]. In addition, Shower room [ROOM NUMBER] was observed to have brown stains on the wall and on the shower head holder in the two shower stalls.

When asked what the brown residue was, the Account Manager stated the water from the shower heads had a constant leak and needed to be replaced.

The Account Manager verified the above findings. On 8/14/25 at 1515 hours, an interview was conducted with the Administrator, and DON.

The Administrator stated there was discoloration on the shower heads, and the maintenance staff was stripping it and replacing the shower heads.

The Administrator and DON acknowledged the above findings.

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