F 0583
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observations, interviews, and record review the facility failed to keep residents' health care
information private on two out of four medication carts as evidenced by computer screens left open and
unattended on the first-floor South medication cart and third floor medication cart with residents'
information visible There were 77 residents resided in the facility at the time of survey.
Residents Affected - Few
The findings included:
On 09/18/24 at 10:26 AM the computer screen on the first south medication cart was left unattended with
residents' health care information visible. The Surveyor signaled for Director of Nursing to approach. Staff
A, Registered Nurse and Director of Nursing both approached the cart at the same time and were notified
that screen was left open. At that time Staff A, Registered Nurse closed the screen. The Director of Nursing
stated, Screens should not be left open and unattended.
On 9/19/24 at 10:56 AM, this Surveyor walked onto the third floor and observed Staff F, Licensed Practical
Nurse speaking with a resident near the elevator; a medication cart was observed near the nursing station
down the hallway with residents' information visible on the computer screen. (see photo) Staff F, Licensed
Practical Nurse approached the cart and stated, I left to assist a resident and left the computer screen
open.
Record review of Policy entitled, Protected Health Information (PHI), Safeguarding Electronic 2001 Revised
January 2024 Policy Statement: Electronic protected health information (e-PHI) is safeguarded by
administrative, technical and physical means to prevent unauthorized access to protected health
information. Policy Interpretation and Implementation: 3. All business associates are required to comply with
security standards established by our Business Associate Agreement relative to e-PHI.
Any deficiency statement ending with an asterisk (*) denotes a deficiency which the institution may be excused from correcting providing it is determined that other
safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days following the
date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14 days following the date
these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued program participation.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Aventura Rehab and Nursing Center
1800 N E 168th Street
North Miami Beach, FL 33162
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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.
Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to keep furniture in good repair for one
Resident (Resident #60) out of six sampled and the ceiling in good repair on third floor as evidenced by a
nightstand with a broken door and four ceiling tiles with water stains and active dripping water and failed to
clean three out of three the lint traps in The Laundry room as evidenced by three lint traps observed filled
with lint despite staff signed that it was cleaned. There were 77 residents residing in the facility at the time
of survey.
The findings Included:
1) On 9/16/24 at 9:58 AM The nightstand in Resident #60's room had a broken door (photo evidence)
On 9/16/24 at 1:26 PM; the Assistant Director Of Nursing (ADON) stated: When I make rounds, and I see
something that needs repair I notify maintenance personnel via text. Surveyor asked if the ADON was
aware of the broken door on Resident #60's nightstand. The ADON replied, No.
On 9/16/24 at 1:26 PM The ADON checked Resident #60's nightstand with the surveyor and stated, I will
inform maintenance now.
On 9/17/24 at 2:45 PM Nightstand door was repaired.
Record review of demographic sheet for Resident #60 revealed an admission date of 4/23/2024 with
Diagnosis that included: Persistent Mood Disorder.
Record review of Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) with reference date 7/30/2024 Section C (Cognitive
Status) revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 9 on a scale of 0-15 indicating
moderate cognitive impairment. Section GG (Functional status) revealed independent for eating and partial
/moderate assistance for Chair/bed-to-chair transfer.
Record review of Care Plan initiated on 4/23/2024 for assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL)
functions with a Goal of needs will be met by staff .
On 9/17/24 at 11:39 AM, while the surveyor was seated at the nursing station on the third-floor water was
dripping from the ceiling tile. Four water stains were observed on the ceiling on the third floor. (photo
evidence) The ADON was standing in the hallway and was made aware. The ADON then placed a Caution
Wet Floor sign at site and placed a call to maintenance and housekeeping.
On 9/17/24 at 11:44 AM housekeeping staff arrived and mopped floor.
On 9/17/24 at 12:39 PM, these observations related to the leaks referred to the Life Safety Surveyor.
On 9/19/24 at 1:00 PM further observation of the ceiling tiles on third floor revealed dark stains. (photo)
On 9/19/24 at 1:05 PM during an observation of the third-floor ceiling the Maintenance Director stated, I
was made aware of the leaking from the ceiling on the third floor and the tiles were changed.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Aventura Rehab and Nursing Center
1800 N E 168th Street
North Miami Beach, FL 33162
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F 0584
I am not sure why the tiles are now discolored. I will check and see if the tiles were replaced.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
On 9/19/24 at 2:46 PM the Corporate Owner handed the surveyor two invoices for roof repairs dated 8/6/24
and 7/12/24 along with the phone number for Corporate Maintenance personnel; and stated: We have
worked on repairs after being made aware of water leaks.
Residents Affected - Few
On 9/19/24 at 1:36 PM, the Corporate Maintenance Director (via telephone) stated: I changed two of the
ceiling tiles on the third floor.
On 9/19/24 after QAPI meeting when asked for any policy pertaining to furniture and ceiling in good repair
The Nursing Home Administrator stated, There is no policy about furniture or roof and there was a
Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) in place, and she forgot to mention that during the QAPI meeting.
PIP dated 7/10/24 reviewed by team was determined insufficient.
2)On 9/19/24 at 10:12 AM a tour of the Laundry room was done with the Housekeeping Director. Upon
entering the clean room there were three dryers. The Lint Log was signed every two hours and last signed
on 9/19/2024 at 10:00 AM. All three lint traps were filled with lint. (see photo)
On 9/19/2024 at 10:25 AM Staff G, Laundry aide stated, I signed before cleaning the lint trap. I last cleaned
the lint traps at 8:00 AM. I sign before I clean so I don't forget to sign. I was going to sign but got distracted
when I heard you all come in.
On 9/19/2024 at 10:38 AM The Housekeeping Director stated, Staff are supposed to be cleaning lint trap
every two hours and sign after it is cleaned. I check the lint traps each afternoon to make sure they are
clean for fire prevention.
Record review of Policy entitled, Departmental (Environmental Services)-Laundry and Linen 2001 Revised
January 2024 Level I Purpose: The purpose of this procedure is to provide a process for the safe and
aseptic handling, washing and storage of linen. General Guidelines: 12. Lint trap cleaning of dryers should
be performed every one to two hours and the frequency should be documented on a log on a daily basis.
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(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
105331
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
09/19/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Aventura Rehab and Nursing Center
1800 N E 168th Street
North Miami Beach, FL 33162
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0689
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to
prevent accidents.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to provide an environment that is free from
potential accident and hazards for one resident (#13) out of 12 residents sampled as evidenced by
observations of bilateral side rails in the upward position with foam padded top railing for Resident #13.
There were 77 residents residing in the facility at the time of survey.
The findings included:
On 9/16/24 at 10:05 AM Resident #13 was observed in bed, the bilateral half-length side railings were in an
upward position with a green colored sponge on the top railings.
On 9/16/24 at 1:17 PM The Director of Nursing (DON) observed the railings with the surveyor and stated, I
will follow up to see if that is sufficient padding.
Record review of Resident#13 demographic sheet revealed an admission date of 6/10/2016 with Diagnosis
that included: Seizure.
Record review of an End of PPS Part A Stay Minimum Data set (MDS) dated [DATE] Section C (Cognitive
status) revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status score was undetermined and Section GG (functional
status) revealed dependent for Activity of Daily Living and Section N (Medications) revealed Resident#13
was taking Opioid, Antiplatelet, Hypoglycemic, and Antiplatelet medications.
Record review of a Care Plan initiated on 6/10/2016 revealed Resident#13 had the potential for injury
related to diagnosis of Seizure with goal of remain. Interventions included: Pad side rails as necessary and
Pad side rails for safety.
Record review of physician's order sheet revealed an order dated 6/26/24 for Keppra Tablet 500 Milligrams
(Levetiracetam) directions give one tablet by mouth two times a day for seizure and Bilateral Half Side rails
with pads for Seizure Precaution every shift.
On 9/16/24 at 3:26 PM The DON stated. The padding is present as a precaution for Seizure and is not a
potential hazard because Resident#13 does not move during a seizure. There is no risk for entrapment for
Resident #13.
Record review of policy entitled, Hazardous Areas, Devices and Equipment 2001 Revised January Policy
Statement: All hazardous areas, devices and equipment in the facility will be identified and addressed
appropriately to ensure resident safety and mitigate accident hazards to the extent possible. Policy
Interpretation and Implementation: 1. As part of the facility's overall safety and accident prevention program,
hazardous area and objects in the resident environment will be identified and addressed by the safety
committee. Identification of Hazards: 1. A hazard is anything in the environment that has the potential to
cause injury or illness. Assessment and Analysis of Hazards: 2. Any element of the resident environment
that has the potential to cause injury and that is accessible to a vulnerable resident is considered
hazardous.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
105331
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
09/19/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Aventura Rehab and Nursing Center
1800 N E 168th Street
North Miami Beach, FL 33162
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0758
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated,
prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic
medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure that psychotropic
medications were used only to treat a documented condition for one resident (#74) out of six sampled as
evidenced by a psychotropic medication ordered for Resident #74 for the diagnosis of Schizophrenia and
no supporting documentation for that diagnosis.
The findings included:
On 09/16/24 at 1:24 PM Resident#74 was seated in wheelchair in the room.
Record review of demographic sheet for Resident #74 revealed an admission date of 8/15/2024 with
Diagnosis that included: Psychosis and Anxiety Disorder.
Record review of The admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) with reference date of 8/21/2024 Section
A(Identification) A1500. Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) revealed Resident #74
was not currently considered by the state level II PASRR process to have serious mental illness and/or
intellectual disability or a related condition. Section I (Active Diagnosis) Anxiety disorder, Psychotic disorder
Section N(Medications) revealed Antipsychotic, Antianxiety, and Antipsychotics were received on a routine
basis only since admission.
Record review of Care Plan for Potential for discomfort and side effects related to the use of psychotropic
medications: Resident has a diagnosis of anxiety/psychosis initiated on 8/15/2024 revealed a Goal of
Resident will be free of any discomfort or adverse side effects x 90 days and interventions that included:
Administer medication as ordered and psych consult as needed.
Record review of physician's order sheet revealed an order dated 9/13/2024 for Seroquel Oral Tablet 50
milligram (mg) directions: Give 50 mg by mouth at bedtime for schizoaffective disorder.
On 9/19/24 at 9:17 AM The Pharmacy Consultant stated, Resident started taking Seroquel Oral Tablet 50
MG by mouth at bedtime for schizoaffective disorder.
Record review of a Psychiatric Note dated 9/13/2024 revealed no diagnosis of Schizophrenia.
Record review of Policy entitled, Psychotropic Medication Use 2001 Revised January 2024 Policy
Statement: Residents will not receive medications that are not clinically indicated to treat a specific
condition. Policy Interpretation and Implementation: 4. Residents who have not used psychotropic
medications are not prescribed or given these medications unless the medication is determined to be
necessary to treat a specific condition that is diagnosed and documented in the medical record.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
105331
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
09/19/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Aventura Rehab and Nursing Center
1800 N E 168th Street
North Miami Beach, FL 33162
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0761
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted
professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately
locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to store medications properly on two out of four
medication carts and one out of four medication rooms as evidenced by an observation of partially crushed
pills inside a pill crusher bag in the pill crushing machine on top of the third floor medication cart, an
observation of an open drawer on the first floor south medication cart while unattended, and an observation
of four expired tracheostomy kits in the first floor medication room. There were 77 residents residing in the
facility at the time of survey.
The findings included:
On [DATE] at 11:15 AM two surveyors entered the third-floor nursing unit from the elevator and down the
hallway a medication cart was observed unattended with a plastic pill crusher bag inside the pill crusher
machine on top of the medication cart in the hallway. Both surveyors walked to the nursing station and
observed the Assistant Director of Nursing seated at the nursing station, speaking on the phone. The
Assistant Director of Nursing asked for surveyors to give her a minute to finish the call. The nursing station
was located laterally and behind the medication cart. The Assistant Director of Nursing was asked for the
nurse assigned to the medication cart. The Assistant Director of Nursing replied, That staff is on break and
will be done in a few minutes. Both surveyors waited at the nursing station while keeping an eye on the
medication cart. Staff B, Registered Nurse (RN) approached the surveyors and was asked to complete a
medication storage check on her medication cart. Staff B was asked if there were any medications in the
plastic pill crusher bag and Staff B removed the pill crusher bag from pill crusher machine and showed
surveyor the bag which contained three partially crushed pills inside. (photo evidence). Staff B, RN stated, I
left the pills inside the pill crusher bag because I am diabetic, and I felt my blood sugar lowering and I went
to take a quick break to eat. Whenever I pull medications, I am supposed to administer it, and I am not
allowed to leave any medication outside of the medication cart.
On [DATE] at 11:41 AM The Assistant Director of Nursing stated, The facility protocol is that all medications
should be locked inside the cart. I was supervising the medications while the nurse was away and then I
received a phone call and sat at the nursing station . I do rounds throughout the day and check the
medication carts to make sure no medications are left unattended.
On [DATE] at 10:16 AM A medication check was done with Staff A, Registered Nurse on the first-floor
medication room. Three Tracheostomy Care Tray kits with the expiration date of [DATE]. (photo evidence)
On [DATE] at 4:56 PM, during a medication administration observation with Staff C, Registered Nurse on
the Third-floor medication cart, Staff C, walked away from cart to retrieve an item and left the cart unlocked.
Staff C did not verbalize for anyone to watch the cart before the cart was left unlocked. At that time the
Assistant Director of Nursing walked near the cart and stood there until the nurse returned. Staff C returned
to the cart and stated, I left cart unlocked because I only walked away for a minute. The protocol is to lock
the cart whenever I leave it.
On [DATE] at 5:31 PM, the surveyor walked down the hallway on first floor and observed a medication cart
with the bottom drawer ajar. (photo evidence)
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
105331
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
09/19/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Aventura Rehab and Nursing Center
1800 N E 168th Street
North Miami Beach, FL 33162
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0761
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
On [DATE] at 5:33 PM, Staff D, Registered Nurse walked out of a resident's room and was asked by the
surveyor if the drawer was open. Staff D immediately pushed the drawer closed. Staff D, RN stated: The
bottom drawer was open, and I closed it. Although the bottom drawer could not open.
On [DATE] at 5:32 PM Staff E, Registered Nurse walked out of a resident's room and stated, I locked the
cart before I left. The protocol when I walk away from the cart is to make sure the cart is locked, and the
screen is locked. I make sure all the drawers are closed. I don't know why it was open and before I went into
the room locked and the screen.
On [DATE] at 12:20 PM The Director of Nursing stated, The protocol is for medication carts to be kept
locked when unattended. If there is nurse next to the cart that could monitor the cart it is not unattended.
The cart was not unattended, and the Assistant Director of Nursing was seated at the nursing station close
to cart. No response when asked should medications be left unattended.
Record review of Policy entitled, Storage of Medication Policy Statement: 2001 Revised [DATE] The facility
stores all drugs and biologicals in a safe, secure, and orderly manner. Policy and Interpretation and
Implementation: 1. Drugs and biologicals used in the facility are stored in locked compartments under
proper temperatures, light and humidity controls.
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