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Home › NM › Las Cruces › Little Sunshine's Home Daycare
Las Cruces NM 88007 · License #2790693 · Home-based · Licensed Family Home
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8.9.4.31 · B Capacity of a Home
The group day care home exceeded the allowable number of children stated on the license by either total or age as evidenced by 5 children under the age of 2. IMMEDIATE: Contacted parent to have extra child picked up and remain at license capacity. PREVENTATIVE: Will schedule children to remain at only 4 children under the age of 2. MONITORING: Will remind parents to keep at regular schedule to remain at ratio.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 15, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.32 · E Personnel Records
The home does not have documentation of a care giver(s) for background check. FOR 2 SECONDARY PROVIDERS. IMMEDIATE: Secondary providers were sent home as they do not have a current background check. PREVENTATIVE: Will wait for background checks before they are allowed in the licensed home. MONITORING: Will check yearly for background checks to make sure they are all valid and up to date.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 15, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.34 · J Outdoor Play
Playground equipment is not safe as evidenced by the following: protruding nail heads or screws. CHILDREN HAVE ACCESS TO LOSE BOARD WITH NAILS AND TABLE. IMMEDIATE: Will remove folding table and fix board on gazibo/shade structure. Will not allow kids to that side of play area. PREVENTATIVE: Will check outdoor play area daily before going outside to make sure area is safe. MONITORING: Will check before children arrive and after children leave for any hazardous materials. 8.9.4.34 L Field Trips N/A Food Service
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Corrected Corrected by Oct 15, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.38 · G Safety Compliance
The home's fire extinguisher does not have a tag with a date verifying yearly inspection. IMMEDIATE: Will contact where to have fire extinguisher certified. PREVENTATIVE: Will set monthly reminders to make sure fire extinguishers are not expired. MONITORING: Will check monthly and make appointment to have fire extinguisher certified before expiration date. 8.9.4.38 H Smoking, Firearms, Alcoholic Beverages, Illegal Drugs and Controlled Substances N/A 8.9.4.38 I Pets N/A Additional Comments None Signatures Please Note: Per ECECD regulation NMAC 8.9.4, failure to comply with the corrective action plans noted above, may result in further action taken against the licensee. Surveyor: Jose Robledo Facility Representative: Claudia Arteaga 09/15/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 4 of 4
Corrected Corrected by Oct 15, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.38 · A Housekeeping
The premises in the PLAYGROUND are not safe in that CHILDREN HAVE ACCESS TO STORAGE SHED, COOLER AND USED GRILL CLEANING CAN. . Will remove all hazardous materials from outside play area. Will walk through area before going outside everyday.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.33 · B Staff Qualifications and Training
Secondary educators did not complete the prevention of sudden infant death syndrome and use of safe sleeping practices, administration of medication, consistent with standards for parental consent, prevention of and response to emergencies due to food or other allergic reactions, building and physical premises safety, including identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic, prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster, or a man-caused, handling and storage of hazardous materials and the appropriate disposal of bio contaminants , precautions in transporting children, first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) awareness with a pediatric component, recognition and reporting of child abuse and neglect, health and safety, CPR, prevention and control of infectious diseases (including immunization) training within three (3) months of their date of hire. Will ensure the secondary caregiver completes that Health and Safety Training on or before 10/02/2024. Will print the certificate and will place on file. Services & Care of Children
Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.34 · J Outdoor Play
The fall zone underneath the climbing structures is not adequate as evidenced by the absence of energy absorbent material - the surface is carpet or unapproved artificial turf. Will ensure absorbent material is placed underneath the climbing structures or will remove the climbing structures from the outside play area.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.32 · D Children's Records
Of the 11 children's records reviewed, 3 is/are missing information on allergies or medical conditions. See Children's Records 8.9.4.32 D(1)(e) form for the child(ren) with missing information. Will request the required information from parents and will update the enrollment form. Will check the children's records monthly to ensure all information is on file.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.33 · B Staff Qualifications and Training
Educators did not complete the following training within 3-months: Health and Safety Training Will instruct the staff member to complete the required training, will print the certificate and will place them in the file. Services & Care of Children
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.34 · D Diapering and Toileting
The diaper changing surface is not waterproof. Will obtain a waterproof diaper changing mat.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.34 · J Outdoor Play
Playground equipment is not safe as evidenced by the following: swings/slide not securely anchored. Will anchored the structures in the playground and will anchor new play structures when placing them in the playground. Finding The fall zone underneath the climbing structure, slides, swings is not adequate as evidenced by the energy absorbent material is not deep enough. ***SAND IS COMPACTED*** Corrective Action Plan Will instruct staff members to rake the sand before the children go outside weekly and will rake the sand after a rainy day. 8.9.4.34 L Field Trips N/A Food Service
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.38 · C Mechanical Systems
Water coming from a faucet was not below 110 degrees (Fahrenheit). ***WATER TEMPERATURE IS 114 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT*** Will lower the temperature, will check the temperature valvule to ensure the water is 110 degrees Fahrenheit or lower.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.38 · D Lighting, Lighting Fixtures and Electrical
The home uses multi-prong or gang plugs. ***IN PLAYGROUND AND BIG ROOM*** Will remove the green extension and will place a sure protector.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.38 · G Safety Compliance
The home failed to conduct a fire drill for the month(s) of May, June, July. Will post the fire drill log in a visible place as a reminder to conduct one monthly and will document the fire drill after its completed. 08/05/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 4 of 5 CLAUDIA ARTEAGA 2790693
Corrected Corrected by Aug 5, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.38 · G Safety Compliance (continued)
The home failed to conduct an emergency preparedness practice drills for at least once a quarter. Will post the emergency preparedness drill log in a visible place as a reminder to conduct one quarterly and will document the fire drill after its completed. 8.9.4.38 H Smoking, Firearms, Alcoholic Beverages, Illegal Drugs and Controlled Substances N/A 8.9.4.38 I Pets N/A Additional Comments Survey in reference to annual inspection for licensure year 2024-2025. Signatures Please Note: Per ECECD regulation NMAC 8.9.4, failure to comply with the corrective action plans noted above, may result in further action taken against the licensee. Surveyor: Joanna Ramirez Facility Representative: Claudia Arteaga 08/05/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 5 of 5
Corrected Corrected by Aug 5, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.32 · E Personnel Records
Home educators do not have a signed statement that they would or would not be disqualified as a direct provider of care under the most current version of the Background Checks and Employment History Verification provisions pursuant to 8.8.3 NMAC. Will sign annual child abuse statement and have employees sign and keep up to date every year or as new staff is employed.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 29, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.34 · J Outdoor Play
The fall zone underneath the slides is not adequate as evidenced by the energy absorbent material is not deep enough. Will till sand underneath the slide fall zone and maintain weekly. 8.9.4.34 L Field Trips N/A Food Service
Corrected Corrected by Jun 29, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.35 · D Kitchens
The home's refrigerator does not have a working internal thermometer. Will purchase thermometer and keep in refrigerator at all times. Finding A food, drink, leftover is not properly stored; the item is not labeled and dated, in an airtight container. Corrective Action Plan Will begin to label and store food, drink and leftovers properly and separate the childcare food from my personal food in order to maintain organization.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 29, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.32 · D Children's Records
Of the 7 children's records reviewed, 3 is/are missing a list of people authorized to pick up the child and an authorization form signed by the parent or guardian. See Children's Records 8.9.4.32 D(1)(e) form for the child(ren) with missing information and/or authorization. I will organize child records and keep up to date information at least every six months Finding Of the 7 children's records reviewed, 5 is/are missing a copy of an up-to-date immunization record or public health division approved exemption. See Children's Records 8.9.4.32 D(1)(e) form for the child(ren) with no immunization/exemption. Corrective Action Plan I will organize child records and keep up to date information at least every six months Finding Of the 7 children's records reviewed, 2 is/are missing written authorization, containing fieldtrip destination, date and time of fieldtrip and expected return time, from the child's parent or guardian to remove the child from the premises to participate in off-site activities. See Children's Records 8.9.4.32 D(1)(e) form for the child(ren) with missing information and/or authorization. Corrective Action Plan I will organize child records and keep up to date information at least every six months Finding Of the 7 children's records reviewed, 7 is/are missing the date the child first attended the home. See Children's Records 8.9.4.32 D(1)(e) form for the child(ren) with missing information and/or authorization. Corrective Action Plan I will organize child records and keep up to date information at least every six months 08/04/2023 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 5 CLAUDIA ARTEAGA 2790693 (continued) Finding Of the 7 children's records reviewed, 1 is/are missing the name and telephone number of a physician or emergency medical center authorized by a parent or guardian to contact in case of illness or emergency. See Children's Records 8.9.4.32 D(1)(e) form for the child(ren) with missing information. Corrective Action Plan I will organize child records and keep up to date information at least every six months Finding Of the 7 children's records reviewed, 1 is/are missing a document giving the home permission to transport the child in a medical emergency and authorization for medical treatment signed by a parent or guardian. See Children's Records 8.9.4.32 D(1)(e) form for the child(ren) with missing information. Corrective Action Plan I will organize child records and keep up to date information at least every six months Finding Of the 7 children's records reviewed, 3 is/are missing information on allergies or medical conditions. See Children's Records 8.9.4.32 D(1)(e) form for the child(ren) with missing information. Corrective Action Plan I will organize child records and keep up to date information at least every six months Finding Of the 7 children's records reviewed, 4 is/are missing a signed acknowledgement that the parent or guardian has read and understands the parent handbook. See the Children's Records 8.9.4.32 D(1)(e) form for the child(ren) with missing information. Corrective Action Plan I will organize child records and keep up to date information at least every six months
Corrected Corrected by Sep 9, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.33 · B Staff Qualifications and Training
The home failed to keep a training log on file with training certificate for 3 out of 3 staff. See Staff Records 8.9.4.33B(3) form for staff who are missing a complete training log. I will make sure to create a training log to place in my staff file 08/04/2023 http://www.nmececd.org 3 of 5 CLAUDIA ARTEAGA 2790693 (continued) Services & Care of Children
Corrected Corrected by Sep 9, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.34 · K Swimming, Wading and Water
The home does not have written permission from a parent or guardian for each child that uses the pool. I will make sure to add swimming and or water activities permission to my parent handbook
Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.