Eagles Nest Group Daycare - Erie PA Group Child Care Home

1124 PENNSYLVANIA AVE , ERIE PA 16503
(814) 616-8887

About the Provider

Description: EAGLES NEST GROUP DAYCARE is a Group Child Care Home in ERIE PA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: CER-00180284
  • Capacity: 12
  • State Rating: 3
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • District Office: Early Learning Resource Center for Region 1
  • District Office Phone: (814) 836-5898 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2020-06-29 Renewal 3280.123(a) - Signed Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The Fee Agreement in the file for Child #5 was not signed by the operator.

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Fee Agreement of Child #5 has been updated with the signature of the operator. In the future, Child files will be reviewed thoroughly upon submission to ensure completion.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3280.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The most recent Child Service Reports in the file for Child #3 exceeded six months between reports: 6/14/19-2/3/20. The most recent Child Service Report in this file is current.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at 3280.124(f).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #3 had a lapse in childcare service. We will make sure whenever a child is gone for a length of time from our care it will be recorded in the child's file and upon return everything is reviewed, maintained, and up to date.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3280.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact Form in the file for Child #1 did not include the phone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1's physician's phone number has been added to the child's file. Child files will be reviewed thoroughly upon submission to ensure completion.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact Form in the file for Child #3 did not include the release person's address. The Emergency Contact Form in the file for Child #4 did not include the release person's address or telephone number.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #3 and Child #4's files have been updated with the release person's address/telephone number. Child files will be reviewed thoroughly upon submission to ensure completion.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3280.131(a)/3280.182(1) - Within 60 days/Initial and subsequent health assessments Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #5, who has been enrolled for more than 60 days, did not include an initial health report. Health Report was due for this child prior to suspended reg during COVID-19 shutdown.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The initial health report for Child #5 has been obtained. This child was a transfer from another ELRC agency. The previous daycare provider delayed sending the health report. In the future, child files will be reviewed thoroughly upon submission to ensure completion.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3280.131(e)/3280.182(1) - ACIP recommended immunization record /Initial and subsequent health assessments Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The most recent immunization records in the files for Child #2 and #3 did not include documentation of a flu shot conducted within the past 12 months.

Correction Required: The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents/Guardians of Child #2 and #3 have filled out a Flu Vaccination Exemption Form. Child health reports will be reviewed thoroughly when received to ensure compliance with ACIP recommendations.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3280.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The first parental updates (2/5/20) in the file for Child #3 were dated more than six months after the child's start date (6/3/19). These updates are current.

Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child files are reviewed semi-annually in February and August. Child #3 was not in our care for a few months and missed the normal review period. We will make sure to notate whenever there is a lapse in care and ensure all child file reviews are completed in a timely manner.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3280.32(a)/3280.192(2)(iii) - Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The most recent Mandated Reporter Trainings in the file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 60 months between trainings: 4/16/15-7/7/20. The most recent Mandated Reporter Training in file is current.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The most recent Mandated Reporter Training in file is now current. In the future, staff files will be reviewed semi-annually to ensure they remain current and not exceed the allotted time frame for required training.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The most recent State Police Clearance in the file for Staff Person #1 was not on the PA Criminal Background Investigation form accepted by DHS.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff Person #1 attained the proper clearance on the day of the inspection and it is now in her file. Staff will only apply for required background clearances from authorities/agencies recognized by DHS to ensure acceptance.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3280.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed flaking rust on the railings at the entrance to the facility. Observed in the main room, a plastic floor register vent cover, which was cracked, creating a sharp edge. Observed splintering wood and protruding nails outside of the rear exit, which leads to the outdoor play space.

Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Flaking rust on the railing has been removed and the entire area repainted. The plastic floor register in the main room has been replaced with a new register. Splintering wood and protruding nails on the siding of the facility near the rear exit has been removed and/or hammered to provide a smoother/safer surface. In the future, maintenance checks to the inside and outside areas of the facility will be conducted on a regular basis for safety.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3280.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed peeling paint in the right corner by the window of the main room. Observed peeling paint outside of the rear exit, which leads to the outdoor play space.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Peeling paint in the main room has been removed and the area touched up/repainted. The peeling paint outside of the rear exit going toward the outdoor play space has been scraped off and repainted. In the future, maintenance checks of the facility will be conducted regularly for safety.
2019-06-21 Renewal 3280.106 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The temperature of the thermometer for the refrigerator in the kitchen measured 52.

Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45 F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Present: Broken thermometer has been replaced. Future: Staff will regularly monitor the proper operation of the refrigerator, its cleanliness, and that food is maintained at 45 degrees or below.
2019-06-21 Renewal 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact Forms in the files for Child #1 and #2 did not include the addresses of the release persons.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Present: Parents/guardians of Child #1 and #2 completed the addresses of the release persons on the Emergency Contact form. Future: Staff will regularly review all child records to ensure forms are completed in their entirety.
2019-06-21 Renewal 3280.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The most recent immunization records in the files for Child #1 and Child #3 were not in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Child #1: 7-month old, missing 3rd DTAP and 3rd PCV13. Child #1: most recent flu shot July 2017.

Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Present: Parents/guardians of Child #1 and #3 required to bring in updated immunization records to avoid child suspension or removal. Future: Staff will verify all child immunization records are maintained according to ACIP schedule.
2019-06-21 Renewal 3280.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The first parental updates to the Emergency Plan and Fee Agreement in the file for Child #3 were dated more than six months after the child's enrollment: Enrolled: 8/20/18. First Update: 3/1/19. These updates are current.

Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Present: Updates are current. Future: Parents/guardians will review/update their child(ren)'s records twice a year during the same designated months to avoid going beyond the six-month period. Also, parents/guardians will be required to update records as soon as there is a change.

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