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Home › CO › Fort Collins › El Nidito at The Family Center
309 Hickory St #5, Fort Collins CO 80524 · License #34176 · Center · Child Care Center
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2.212.G · All staff members must submit to the center a medical statement, signed and dated by a physician or other health care provider, verifying that they are in good mental, physical, and emotional health appropriate for the position for which they have been hired. This statement must be dated no more than six (6) months prior to employment or within thirty (30) calendar days after the first date of employment. Subsequent self-reported health histories must be submitted annually.
One of fourteen staff files reviewed to have an expired medical statement signed and dated by a physician. Correction: Ensure that staff verify that they are in good mental, physical, and emotional health appropriate for their position with a medical statement signed and dated by a physician or other health care provider, or with a self-reported health history. Obtain medical statement or self-reported health history and send verification of compliance to the licensing specialist. Correct by 09/13/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.209.A.7 · An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child's admission. This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility;
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One of five children's files reviewed to have an expired written authorization for emergency medical care. Correction: An admission record must be completed with a dated written Authorization for Emergency Medical Care signed an updated annually by the parent (s) or guardian (s). Obtain Authorization for Emergency Medical Care and send verification of compliance to the licensing specialist. Correct by 08/13/2025
Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.206.A · At the time of enrollment, and upon amendments to policies and procedures, the center must give the parent(s)/guardian(s) the center’s policies and procedures and provide the opportunity to ask questions. Written copies must be available either electronically or in hard copy. The center must obtain a signed document stating that the parent(s)/guardian(s) have received the policies and procedures, and by signing the policies and procedures document, the parent(s)/guardian(s) agree to follow, accept the conditions of, and give authorization and approval for the activities described in the policies and procedures.
One of five children's files reviewed to be missing signed document stating that the parent(s)/guardian(s) have received the center's policies and procedure. Correction: At the time of enrollment and upon amendments to policies and procedures the center must give the parent(s)/guardian(s) the center's policies and procedures. Obtain signed document stating that the parent(s)/guardian(s) have received the center's policies and procedures and send verification of compliance to the licensing specialist. Correct by 08/13/2025
Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.F · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees caring for children, not required by rule to be certified in First Aid and CPR, must complete the Department-approved Introduction to First Aid and CPR module. The module must be renewed every two (2) years.
Reviewed 16 staff files and observed 3 staff members to have expired First Aid and CPR certificate or module, Susan B. (hd 11/19/18), Maria C. (hd 8/16/21) and Denise B (hd 11/1/23). Correction: Obtain and maintain current and up to date training for First Aid and CPR module for all employees not required by rule to be certified. Correct immediately 9/25/2024 and submit compliance by 10/2/2024. Correct by 09/25/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.G · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse, how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Reviewed 16 staff files and observed 1 staff member, Susan B. (hd 11/19/18) to have an expired abuse prevention training. Correction: Obtain and maintain current and up to date training for abuse prevention for all employees. Correct immediately 9/25/2024 and submit compliance by 10/2/2024. Correct by 09/25/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.222.A.1.b · All diaper change areas must: Have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products;
In the Dinos toddler classroom observed the changing table to have diaper changing supplies in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children. Correction: Ensure all diaper changing supplies are inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately 9/25/2024 and submit compliance by 10/2/2024. Correct by 09/25/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
In Panda older infant classroom observed a drawer with diaper cream labeled "Keep out of reach of children" to be unlocked and accessible to infants that are up and walking. Correction: Ensure all items labeled "Keep out of reach of children" are inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately 9/25/2024. ***Corrected at time of visit by locking drawer. No response required. Correct by 09/25/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
In an unlocked lower cabinet in the Penguin classroom, shaving cream labeled "keep out of reach of children" was observed to be accessible to children. Correction: Ensure all items labeled "keep out of reach of children" are inaccessible to children. Correct immediately 8/28/24. ***Corrected at time of visit by placing shaving cream out of reach of children. No response required. Correct by 08/27/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 27, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.L · Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under than three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Any area of the facility accessible to children less than three (3) years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards.
A ball labeled for children's ages 3+ was observed in the Panda Room (ages 6wk - 18mo). Correction: Ensure all toys and materials are age appropriate and do not pose a potential choking hazard. Correct immediately 7/1/2025. ***Corrected at time of visit by removing the ball from the classroom. No response required. Correct by 07/01/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.M · Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and materials made of brittle, easily breakable plastic or glass are not permitted for children less than five (5) years of age.
Ducklings class (infants) was oberved to have a plant in a glass container on a counter. Correction: Ensure there are no glass or easily breakable plastic containers in the classroom. Correct immediately 6/6/24. ***Corrected at time of visit by removing the plant from the room until it can be replanted in a plastic container. No response required. Correct by 06/07/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.K · Evacuation equipment must not block exit routes. Nothing may be stored in or under any evacuation equipment.
Panda classroom was observed to have items stored under the evacuation crib. Correction: Ensure nothing is stored in or under any evacuation equipment at all times. Correct immediately 5/20/2024. ***Corrected at time of visit by removing items. No response required. Correct by 05/20/2024
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.33.J.1.a.b.c · The following background check requests must be submitted and successfully completed for each state an individual has resided in, in the past five years, prior to an individual caring for children or allowing the individual unsupervised access to children in child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-aged child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt provider homes: a. State criminal history check b. State sex offender registry check c. State abuse and neglect registry check
Reviewed 16 staff files and observed 5 staff (Mary, Christine, Brooke, Kristin & Macarena) to not have completed out of state background checks. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Mary, Christine, Brooke, Kristin & Macarena have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of Out of State Clearance Letters for staff members Mary, Christine, Brooke, Kristin & Macarena with written response to Specialist. Correct by 09/26/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.100.A · . Prior to caring for children, all staff must complete a State Department-approved training in FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ emergency and disaster preparedness. For seasonal children's resident camp programs, operating no more than 90 days per calendar year, at least one on site director must be trained in the State Department-approved training
Reviewed 16 staff files and observed 1 staff member (Dawn HD 10/6/22) to not have documentation of emergency and disaster preparedness training. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current training in staff file. Correct immediately 9/26/23 and submit compliance by 10/26/23. Correct by 09/26/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.41.G · All staff members must submit to the center a medical statement, signed and dated by a physician or other health care provider, verifying that they are in good mental, physical, and emotional health appropriate for the position for which they have been hired. This statement must be dated no more than six (6) months prior to employment or within thirty (30) calendar days after the first date of employment. Subsequent self-reported health histories must be submitted annually.
Reviewed 16 staff files and observed 2 staff members (Macarena & Brooke) to not have a current health statement within 30 days of hire. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current health statements in staff files. Correct by 10/26/2023
Corrected Corrected by Oct 26, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.51.A.2.b · At the time of admission, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: Within thirty (30) calendar days of admission, and within thirty (30) calendar days following the expiration date of a previous health statement, the parent(s)/guardian(s) of each child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care provider. The statement of the child’s current health status must be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12) months, or within the last six (6) months for children less than two and one-half (2½) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the center.
Reviewed 8 children's files and observed 3 children with expired health statements. Correction: Obtain and maintain current health statements for all children enrolled with expired statements. Correct by 09/26/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.71.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
a can of spray sunscreen in cubbies in the hallway outside of the penguin classroom accessible to children. Correction: Ensure all keep out of reach of children items are inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately 9/26/23. ***Corrected at time of visit by making inaccessible. No response is required. Correct by 09/26/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.71.H · Sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.
teacher scissors in a cup on the counter in the penguins room accessible to children. Correction: Ensure all sharp tools are stored inaccessible to children. Correct immediately 9/26/23. **Corrected at time of visit by making inaccessible. No response is required. Correct by 09/26/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.