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Deficiency Records for Veterans Home of California - West Los Angeles
View the most recent health deficiencies and inspection results for Veterans Home of California - West Los Angeles. Stay informed about quality of care issues.
View the most recent health deficiencies and inspection results for Veterans Home of California - West Los Angeles. Stay informed about quality of care issues.
| Deficiency | Type of Deficiency | Deficiency Date | Date Corrected | Resulted from a Complaint? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2025-12-12 | 2026-03-24 | N |
| Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. | Health | 2026-01-14 | 2026-02-10 | Y |
| Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Health | 2025-12-12 | 2026-01-12 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2025-12-12 | 2026-01-12 | N |
| Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. | Health | 2025-12-12 | 2026-01-12 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2025-12-12 | 2026-01-12 | N |
| Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility. | Health | 2025-12-12 | 2026-01-12 | N |
| Follow rules about disclosure of ownership requirements and tell the state agency about changes in ownership and/or administrative personnel. | Health | 2025-12-12 | 2026-01-12 | N |
| Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly | Health | 2025-12-12 | 2026-01-12 | N |
| Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. | Health | 2025-12-12 | 2026-01-12 | Y |
| Use approved construction type or materials. | Fire Safety | 2025-12-12 | 2026-01-10 | N |
| Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Fire Safety | 2025-12-12 | 2026-01-10 | N |
| Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. | Fire Safety | 2025-12-12 | 2026-01-10 | N |
| Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Fire Safety | 2025-12-12 | 2026-01-10 | N |
| Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Fire Safety | 2025-12-12 | 2026-01-10 | N |
| Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Fire Safety | 2025-12-12 | 2026-01-10 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2025-12-12 | 2026-01-10 | N |
| Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. | Fire Safety | 2025-12-12 | 2026-01-10 | N |
| Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. | Fire Safety | 2025-12-12 | 2026-01-10 | N |
| Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. | Fire Safety | 2025-12-12 | 2026-01-10 | N |
| Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. | Health | 2025-08-22 | 2025-11-13 | Y |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2025-05-01 | 2025-06-03 | Y |
| Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | Health | 2025-04-11 | 2025-05-06 | Y |
| Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. | Health | 2024-12-06 | 2025-01-07 | N |
| Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | Health | 2024-12-06 | 2025-01-07 | N |
| Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. | Health | 2024-12-06 | 2025-01-07 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2024-12-06 | 2025-01-07 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. | Health | 2024-12-06 | 2025-01-07 | N |
| Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. | Health | 2024-12-06 | 2025-01-07 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2024-12-06 | 2025-01-07 | N |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2024-12-06 | 2025-01-07 | N |
| Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | Health | 2024-12-06 | 2025-01-07 | N |
| Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Fire Safety | 2024-12-06 | 2025-01-06 | N |
| Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Fire Safety | 2024-12-06 | 2025-01-06 | N |
| Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Fire Safety | 2024-12-06 | 2025-01-06 | N |
| Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Fire Safety | 2024-12-06 | 2025-01-06 | N |
| Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Fire Safety | 2024-12-06 | 2025-01-06 | N |
| Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. | Fire Safety | 2024-12-06 | 2025-01-06 | N |
| Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Fire Safety | 2024-12-06 | 2025-01-06 | N |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2024-10-31 | 2024-11-21 | Y |
| Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | Health | 2024-10-31 | 2024-11-21 | Y |
| Include as part of its infection prevention and control program, mandatory training that includes written standards, policies, and procedures for the program. | Health | 2024-07-31 | 2024-08-19 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2024-07-31 | 2024-08-19 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2024-07-30 | 2024-08-16 | Y |
| Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | Health | 2024-02-22 | 2024-05-22 | Y |
| Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. | Health | 2024-01-25 | 2024-03-19 | Y |
| Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | Health | 2024-01-25 | 2024-03-19 | Y |
| Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | Health | 2024-01-26 | 2024-02-28 | N |
| Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | Health | 2024-01-26 | 2024-02-28 | N |
| Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Health | 2024-01-26 | 2024-02-28 | N |
| Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | Health | 2024-01-26 | 2024-02-28 | N |
| Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | Health | 2024-01-26 | 2024-02-28 | N |
| Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. | Health | 2024-01-26 | 2024-02-28 | N |
| Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. | Health | 2024-01-26 | 2024-02-28 | N |
| Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Health | 2024-01-26 | 2024-02-28 | N |
| Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. | Health | 2024-01-26 | 2024-02-28 | N |
| Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Health | 2024-01-26 | 2024-02-28 | N |
| Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Health | 2024-01-26 | 2024-02-28 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2024-01-26 | 2024-02-28 | N |
| Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | Health | 2024-01-26 | 2024-02-28 | N |
| Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Health | 2024-01-26 | 2024-02-28 | N |
| Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | Health | 2024-01-26 | 2024-02-28 | N |
| Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. | Health | 2024-01-26 | 2024-02-28 | N |
| List the names and contact information of those in the facility. | Fire Safety | 2024-01-26 | 2024-02-22 | N |
| Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. | Fire Safety | 2024-01-26 | 2024-02-22 | N |
| Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. | Health | 2024-01-10 | 2024-01-29 | Y |
| Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. | Health | 2023-06-07 | 2023-06-15 | Y |