DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

NESTLE PURINA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC.

000544085

(314) 982-5437

1000 S 9TH ST
ST LOUIS
MO  63104

NESTLE PURINA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC.



 

DRAUGHN, BRITTANY ELIZABETH

brittany.draughn@purina.nestle.com

Incorporated

TARA D BURNETT

6 WEEKS - 6 YEARS

76

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

16 CHILDREN UNDER 12 MONTHS; 32 CHILDREN UNDER 24 MONTHS
 
Inspection Information

03/24/2025

10:04 AM

1:33 PM

UNANNOUNCED

COMPLIANCE MONITORING

2489641028


DocumentDocument-Date
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 08/09/1993
POLICIES 07/12/2001
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 11/25/2008
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 08/09/1993
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 08/09/1993
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION 07/12/2001
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 08/09/1993
DAILY SCHEDULE 08/09/1993
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 08/04/1992
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 08/04/1992
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 07/31/2007
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 07/12/2001
SAMPLE FORMS 07/12/2001
REGISTERING FICTITIOUS NAMES 02/19/2014
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 06/16/2017
APPLICATION 05/31/2019
STAFF SHEET 05/27/2021
LOCAL BUILDING APPROVAL 05/24/2024
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 08/28/2024
SANITATION INSPECTION 05/16/2024
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 04/30/2024
EQUIPMENT LIST 07/08/2024
ANNUAL DECLARATION 07/08/2024
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 07/08/2024




Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Compliance Licensing Rules
Open Violations: 12
NOTE
The licensee is responsible for compliance with all licensing rules, including but not limited to the rules listed on this compliance report form.
Attendance at Time of Inspection
Total Staff 16
Total Children 64
StaffChildClass AgeNote
3 5 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Teacher, Asia Mcelmurry, Teacher, Lisa Damico, United Healthcare Staff, Sarah Hill and TLC staff, Etenia Williams present with five children ages 6-months-old to 14-months-old.
2 8 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Teacher, Grace Jessen and Teacher, Lauren Luber present with eight children ages 1-year-old to 24-months-old.
2 5 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Teacher, Caroline Sullivan and Teacher Evelyn Blennert present with five children ages 9-months-old to 10-months-old
2 7 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Teacher, Haley Couhlhoff and Teacher, Michelle Sullens present with seven children ages 16-months-old to 22-months-old.
1 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Staff Member, Kim Malpocker and Cook, Ron East present with no children in attendance.
2 10 PRESCHOOL Teacher, Nicole Becker and Teacher, Olivia Bendanelli present with ten children ages 4-years-old to 5-years-old.
2 14 PRESCHOOL Teacher, Nancy Smith and TLC staff, Dionne Jones present with fourteen children ages 3-years-old to 4-years-old.
2 15 TWO YEAR OLDS Teacher, Charles Murray and Teacher, Rachel Cauley present with fifteen children ages 2-years-old

Compliance List
5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: three bottles of bleach, two containers of cleaning detergent and the water heater. The item(s) was/were located in the unlocked closet in the preschool age room.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (I) states: All flammable liquids, matches, cleaning supplies, poisonous materials, medicines, alcoholic beverages, hazardous personal care items or other hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
Correction Required
Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The walls located on the bottom edge of the cubbies in the 2-year-old classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by the foam on the edge was missing in sections and detached.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 6. states: Walls, ceilings and floors shall be finished with material which can be cleaned easily and shall be free of splinters, cracks and chipping paint. Floor covering shall be in good condition. Lead-free paint shall be used for all painted surfaces.
Correction Required
Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Diapering requirements were not met as evidenced by the diapering table did not have a waterproof washable surface.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (4) (A) states: A safe diapering table with a waterproof washable surface shall be used for changing diapers. The diapering table shall be located within or adjacent to the group space so the caregiver using the diapering table can maintain supervision of his/her group of children at all times.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide a safe and clean diapering table as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: a bottle of screen cleaner, a bottle of hair detangler and a open jar of thumb tacks. The item(s) was/were located in unlocked drawers in the 2-year-old classroom.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (I) states: All flammable liquids, matches, cleaning supplies, poisonous materials, medicines, alcoholic beverages, hazardous personal care items or other hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
Correction Required
Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Diapering requirements were not met as evidenced by the diapering table was not located where caregiver could maintain supervision of his/her group of children. The diapering table was located in the back left corner of the Busy Bee (toddler room) on top of cabinets, facing the wall and there was no mirror in place to allow for supervision while diapering.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (4) (A) states: A safe diapering table with a waterproof washable surface shall be used for changing diapers. The diapering table shall be located within or adjacent to the group space so the caregiver using the diapering table can maintain supervision of his/her group of children at all times.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide a safe and clean diapering table as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Furniture/equipment, specifically the cubbies , in the 2-year old classroom was not in good condition as evidenced by the edge of the cubbies had foam lining that was missing in sections and detached.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (A) 1. states: All furniture and equipment shall be constructed safely, in good condition and free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Only lead-free paint shall be used.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide safe and clean furniture/equipment as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.132 Admission Policies and Procedures
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.142 Nighttime Care
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.162 Overlap Care of Children
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.172 Emergency School Closings
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The requirements for administering medication were not met as follows: medication was given to a child without written permission.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care (3) (B) states: All medication shall be given to a child only with the dated, written permission of the parent(s) stating the length of time medication may be given.
Correction Required
All medication shall be administered and recorded as required.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date

Violation
The requirements for prescription medications were not met as evidenced by a medication was not in its original container - the medication was contained in in a zip lock bag.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care (3) (C) states: Prescription medication shall be in the original container and labeled with the child's name, instructions for administration, including the times and amounts for dosages and the physician's name. This may include sample medication provided by a physician.
Correction Required
Medications shall be stored and labeled as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The requirements for nonprescription medications were not met as evidenced by a medication was not labeled by the parent with instructions for administration including times and dosage amounts.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care (3) (D) states: All nonprescription medication shall be in the original container and labeled by the parent(s) with the child's name, and instructions for administration, including the times and amounts for dosages.
Correction Required
Medications shall be stored and labeled as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Medication was not disposed of or returned to the parent when no longer needed as evidenced 2 children had medication that was not returned after it expired.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care (3) (H) states: Medication shall be returned to the parent(s) or disposed of immediately when no longer needed.
Correction Required
Medication shall be inaccessible to children and handled as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The requirements for administering medication were not met as follows: information was not filed in the child's record after the medication is no longer necessary.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care (3) (I) states: The date and time(s) of administration, the name of the individual giving the medication and the quantity of any medication given shall be recorded promptly after administration. This information shall be filed in the child's record after the medication is no longer necessary.
Correction Required
All medication shall be administered and recorded as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The requirements for administering medication were not met as follows: medication was available for administering to a child, however there was no written permission on file.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care (3) (B) states: All medication shall be given to a child only with the dated, written permission of the parent(s) stating the length of time medication may be given.
Correction Required
All medication shall be administered and recorded as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-500.202 Nutrition and Food Service
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports
Compliance
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements
Compliance
5 CSR 25-600.040 Background Screening Findings
Not Observed
RSMo 210.115. Reports of abuse, neglect, and under age eighteen deaths — persons required to report — supervisors and administrators not to impede reporting — deaths required to be reported to the division or child fatality review panel, when — report made to another state, when. —
Compliance
RSMo 210.211.  License required - exceptions - written notice of licensure status, when.
Compliance