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Inspection visit

Health inspection

AVIATA AT EMERALD SHORESCMS #1051482 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 2 deficiencies. The full statement and the facility’s plan of correction follow, verbatim from the federal record.

105148 12/21/2023 Aviata at Emerald Shores 626 N Tyndall Pkwy Callaway, FL 32404
F 0584 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, staff interview, and policy review, the facility failed to maintain restroom faucets and over bed tables in good condition in 5 of 16 sampled rooms. (Rooms 200, 203, 211, 403, and 405) The findings include: A tour of the 200 and 400 halls was conducted in the presence of the Administrator on 12/20/23 at 3:35 PM. On 12/20/23 at 3:35 PM, it was observed that the sink faucets in rooms 200, 203, 211, 403, and 405 were heavily tarnished. At this time, the Administrator acknowledged that the faucets were tarnished and housekeeping had attempted to clean them, but admitted it may have made the tarnish worse. The Administrator also observed the over bed table in room [ROOM NUMBER] B and confirmed the frame was rusted. (Photographic evidence obtained.) A review of the facility policy Maintenance Plan (effective 11/30/2014) revealed the following: The Company will hire staff or contract for services to ensure the continued maintenance of the Residence. The building and grounds will be maintained in a clean, orderly condition and in good repair either by staff or a contracted landscaper. All equipment and furnishings will be maintained in good condition. Page 1 of 2 105148 105148 12/21/2023 Aviata at Emerald Shores 626 N Tyndall Pkwy Callaway, FL 32404
F 0694 Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure staff do not administer expired intravenous antibiotics to 1 of 2 sampled residents reviewed for IV antibiotics. (Resident #19) Residents Affected - Few The findings include: On [DATE] at approximately 1:09 PM, an observation was made of Resident #19. During the observation, an intravenous antibiotic bag was observed to be hanging on the intravenous pole. The antibiotic bag displayed three stickers indicating the resident's name, the name of the antibiotic (Ertapenem), and the prescribed dosage (1 gm/100 ml). There was a small, orange square shaped sticker located in the right top corner of the bag indicating an expiration date of [DATE]. On [DATE], a review of Resident #19's Medication Administration Record indicated the intravenous antibiotic was administered on [DATE] at 9:00 AM and signed off as administered by the Infection Preventionist (IP). On [DATE] at approximately 4:01 PM, a phone interview was conducted with the facility's Pharmacist. The Pharmacist was given the prescription number of the expired intravenous antibiotic for validation. The pharmacist indicated the antibiotic was delivered to the facility on [DATE] from the pharmacy. The pharmacist confirmed that the orange sticker indicates the expiration date for the antibiotic and the intravenous fluid the antibiotic was mixed within. On [DATE] at approximately 10:35 AM, an interview was conducted with the Infection Preventionist (IP). The IP confirmed she administered the expired dose of antibiotic. The IP indicated she recalled administering the antibiotic as she was working the floor the morning of [DATE]. The IP indicated she did not notice the expiration date on the intravenous antibiotic bag. On [DATE], a review of the facility's policy entitled Administering Medications (revised [DATE]) indicated, .the expiration/beyond use date on the medication label must be checked prior to administering the medication. On [DATE] at approximately 10:20 AM, an interview was conducted with the Director of Nursing (DON) regarding the expired intravenous antibiotic. The DON indicated the IP should have noticed the expiration sticker located on the intravenous antibiotic bag. 105148 Page 2 of 2

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Citations

2 citations recorded*CMS

What do CMS severity letters mean?

Serious (G-L). Actual harm to a resident, or immediate jeopardy. Codes G through I indicate actual harm; J through L indicate immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.

General (A-F). No actual harm found, or harm that is minimal. The facility must still submit a Plan of Correction. Most CMS citations land here.

Each letter combines severity with scope: how many residents the deficiency affected.

  • 0584GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F584 - Safe Environment

    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

  • 0694GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F694 - Parenteral Fluids

    Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the December 21, 2023 survey of AVIATA AT EMERALD SHORES?

This was a inspection survey of AVIATA AT EMERALD SHORES on December 21, 2023. The surveyor cited 2 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at AVIATA AT EMERALD SHORES on December 21, 2023?

Yes, 2 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receivin..."

What type of survey was this?

This was a inspection survey conducted by state surveyors under federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) oversight. Findings are published on CMS Care Compare.

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