VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Renu Kumar
1523 N. Randolph Street
Arlington, VA 22207
(703) 243-2295

Current Inspector: Ann Dramstad (703) 314-0860

Inspection Date: Feb. 23, 2024

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

X 8VAC20-800 Administration X 8VAC20-800 Personnel X 8VAC20-800 Household Members X 8VAC20-800 Physical Health of Caregivers and Household members X 8VAC20-800 Caregiver Training X 8VAC20-800 Physical Equipment and Environment X 8VAC20-800 Care of Children X 8VAC20-800 Preventing the Spread of Disease X 8VAC20-800 Medication Administration X 8VAC20-800 Emergencies X 8VAC20-800 Nutrition X 8VAC20-800 Transportation 8VAC20-800 Nighttime Care 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSING PROCESS 8VAC20-820 HEARINGS PROCEDURES X 8VAC20-770 Background Checks 20 Access to minor?s records X 22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide X 54.1 Provider must be MAT certified to administer prescription medication. 63.2 Child abuse and neglect

Technical Assistance:

The "Administration of Medication" policy form should only have one box checked rather than two. Reviewed topical creams and the need for MAT training only if prescription medication is administered.

Comments:

An unannounced monitoring visit was conducted. Twelve children were present with three staff for forty one points which is within ratios for supervision. Observed the children in free play, singing songs, diapering and transition from a morning nap. Space is well equipped and maintained. Lunch to be served today was lentil soup, fresh wheat bread, cauliflower and bananas. The youngest children had bottles that were labeled with the name and date. Reviewed one staff record and two children's records. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please be aware that the plan of correction must be provided within 5 business days of receipt of the inspection notes if you want it displayed on the website. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Licensing Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-800-120-B
Description:	Based on provider statement and reference checks, the references were not checked prior to employment. Evidence: The provider stated the references were checked after the date of hire (1/3/2024) and were dated 1/7/2024.
Plan of Correction:	Moving forward all references will be checked before the staff is hired.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-90-C
Description:	Based on record review, a child under two years of age does not have an updated immunization record every six months. Evidence: Child #1's last shot record documentation was dated 5/2023.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.