The Earlwood
THE EARLWOOD in TORRANCE, CA — inspection on August 15, 2025.
Found 3 citations. Severity: Standard violations.
Health inspections identify deficiencies that facilities must correct within required timeframes. Violations range from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns and are subject to follow-up verification.
Inspection Findings
Change in Condition: Notification of dated 8/25/2021, the P/P indicated the facility should consult with the resident's physician and/or Nurse Practitioner (NP) where there is a need to alter treatment significantly.
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08/15/2025
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street Torrance, CA 90503
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
During a review of the facility's Policy and Procedure (P/P) titled Physician Orders dated 3/22/2022, the P/P indicated whenever possible, the licensed nurse receiving the order will be responsible for documenting and implementing the order.
The P/P indicated an order pertaining to other health care disciplines will be transcribed onto the appropriate communication system for that discipline.
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COMPLETED
08/15/2025
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street Torrance, CA 90503
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
During a review of the facility's Policy and Procedure (P/P) titled Location and Storage of Medical Records dated 12/2006, the P/P indicated all current medical records are filed in the Medical Records Department and maintained by the Medical Records Clerk.
During a review of the facility's undated P/P titled Appointments the P/P indicated any orders and follow up appointment are to be documented in the electronic record and the MD progress notes to be included in the resident's
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