Veterans Home of California - West Los Angeles

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.

Administration Deficiencies

Follow rules about disclosure of ownership requirements and tell the state agency about changes in ownership and/or administrative personnel.

Administration Deficiencies

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Construction Deficiencies

Use approved construction type or materials.

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Egress Deficiencies

Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

Smoke Deficiencies

Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.

Smoke Deficiencies

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.