Bianca's Home Care I

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ferrer Sabarias conducted an unannounced annual required visit. Upon entry, LPA was greeted by Administrator Bianca Ivascu and informed her of the purpose of the visit. At the time of the visit, there were two (2) staff members and two (2) residents present. Facility Overview: The facility is a one-story home with four (4) bedrooms and (2 ½ ) bathrooms for residents, one (1) bedroom and one (1) bathroom for staff including an attached garage. There are no pools or body of water on the premises. Infection Control: LPA observed that hygiene and cleaning supplies were available for regular facility maintenance. The facility’s infection control plan was reviewed and found to meet department requirements. Physical Plant: The physical plant, including floors, windows, and doors, was clean and well maintained. Fixtures and furniture were in good repair. The outdoor area was free of hazards. Laundry equipment was in good working condition. Sharp and dangerous objects were securely locked and inaccessible to residents. According to the Administrator there are no firearms and ammunition kept in the home. Both the smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector were operational, and the hot water temperature was 119.4°F. Fire extinguishers are in working order, last service date 6/10/24. Continue to LIC809-C... Continue from LIC809... Food Service: The facility’s kitchen was clean and equipped to prepare food. The facility maintained the required two-day supply of perishable foods and a seven-day supply of non-perishable foods. Care & Supervision/Administration: Adequate staff were present to supervise clients during the visit. The administrator holds a current administrator’s certificate valid until 4/29/25. Record Review and Resident/Staff Files: LPA reviewed files for two staff members, confirming criminal clearances, updated training, and CPR/First Aid certification. Two resident files were reviewed and contained all required documentation. Health-Related Services/Incidental Medical Services: All resident medications were securely locked. LPA reviewed medications for two residents, confirming that all medications were listed on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) and accounted for. Disaster Preparedness: LPA reviewed the facility’s emergency and disaster plan, including documentation of the last fire drill conducted on 10/14/24, which met department requirements. All facility exits were clear of obstructions. No deficiencies were cited during the visit. An exit interview was conducted, during which this report was reviewed and provided to Administrator Bianca Ivascu.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 27, 2024

Type of visit: Prelicensing

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Cheryl Goodrich arrived at 8:43 AM. to conduct an announced Pre-Licensing visit. LPA met the Administrator, Bianca Ivascu at the front door and was granted entry. The purpose of today’s visit is to inspect the facility to ensure that the facility meets the licensing requirements according to California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6. The facility is approved for 6 non-ambulatory residents, 1 may be bedridden, and hospice waiver for 6. Infection Control: The facility has an approved infection control plan and a surplus of supplies for infection control including but not limited to mask, gloves, gowns, first aid kit, and cleaning supplies. Physical Plant and Environmental Safety: The facility temperature read at 69 degrees. The facility consists of 4 resident bedrooms (2 shared bedrooms and 2 private bedrooms) and 2 resident bathrooms, living room, dining room, garage and backyard. The bedrooms are furnished with lighting, closet space, dresser and tv. The beds are clean and have clean linens and the pathways are clean and clear of obstruction. The bathroom temperature read at 105 degrees within regulation requirements. The living room and kitchen are clean and clear of obstruction. The medications will be stored in a locked cabinet in the kitchen and inaccessible to the resident. The facility and has a current fire clearance, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and fire extinguishers and are in working order. (Continued to LIC809-C) (Continued from LIC809) Personnel Records-Training: There are no staff currently hired at this time. The Administrator’s records are completed with fingerprint clearance, Health screening for TB, CPR/First Aid training, and in-service trainings. Client Records-Incident Reports: The facility has no residents in care and does not have any client reports including but not limited to identification and emergency information, physician’s orders, MAR, and additional assessments. The facility will not handle the resident’s cash resources. Client Rights-Information: The facility has client rights information posted in the facility. Food Service: 7-day non-perishable and 2 day of perishable food supply was observed, and all food was properly stored and available. Health- Related Services: The facility has a medication logbook (MAR), however no records are present due to no residents in care. Disaster Preparedness: The facility has a disaster plan and has posted the evacuation plan, visible for staff and residents in care. The fire drills are completed every 3 months. The facility has emergency supply of food and water. Summary: Based on today's visit, no deficiencies were observed at this time. The Pre-Licensing inspection has been completed. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator, Bianca Ivascu and a copy of this report was printed Signature below confirms receipt of these rights.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 8, 2023