F 0550
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or
her rights.
Based on observation, record review, and interviews, the facility failed to ensure dignity during dining for
one (resident #173) out of 45 sampled residents as evidenced by one facility staff was standing while
feeding resident #173.
The findings included:
In an observation on 12/11/23 at 11:27 AM, Staff A, C.N.A. (Certified Nursing Assistant) was standing while
assisting Resident #173 with eating lunch. Staff A was spoon-feeding resident #173, a pureed diet and
assisting him drinking from a plastic cup with a straw.
In an observation on 12/11/23 at 11:32 A.M, Staff A, C.N.A. was observed standing while assisting with
feeding for Resident #173.
In an observation on 12/11/23 at 11:54 AM, Staff A, C.N.A was observed sitting in a chair while assisting
with feeding for Resident #179.
In an observation on 12/11/23 at 12:14 PM, Staff A, C.N.A. was observed sitting in a chair while assisting
with feeding for Resident #500.
On 12/11/23 at 12:20 PM, during an interview with Staff A, C.N.A. and Staff B, R.N. (Registered Nurse) for
Spanish translation. When asked, What do you do during dining times for residents? What is the assistance
required when feeding Resident #173? Staff A, C.N.A. stated, I take care of residents that I'm assigned to
on my shift. I bring them their food. I will identify foods on the tray for them. When assisting residents to eat,
I take my time with the resident. When the resident is finished. I will record the percentage eaten on the
meal ticket and I'll report to the nurse assigned if the resident has eaten or not. For Resident #173, I
explained the foods that were on his tray. He eats slowly but he always eats 100% of his meal.
When asked, What does the facility teach staff about what to do when assisting residents with eating? Are
you to sit or stand while assisting a resident to eat? Staff A, C.N.A stated, Sit down Staff B, R.N. stated, Sit
down and sit face to face in front of the resident.
When asked, the reason for standing while feeding resident #173, Staff A, C.N.A. stated, There was no
chair in the room, and I can bring a chair in the room from the dining room. Staff B, R. N stated, Resident
#173 eats in the room. He has floor mats because he tried to get out of bed. It's hard to place a chair in the
room because of the floor mats. Residents who are in the dining room do not need eating assistance.
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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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Miami Springs, FL 33166
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
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Residents Affected - Few
On 12/13/23 at 8:05 AM, Staff A, C.N.A. was seen sitting down with a resident for eating assistance during
breakfast.
On 12/13/23 at 11:27 AM, in an interview with the Director of Nursing, when asked, What is the facility's
policy when staff are feeding the residents? Are they able to sit or stand while providing eating assistance?
The Director of Nursing stated, Staff are to sit down while feeding the residents.
Record review of Resident #173 revealed, medical diagnoses of diagnosis of dysphagia (difficulty in
swallowing food or liquids) following cerebrovascular disease (stroke).
Record review of Resident #173 revealed, a diet of no added salt, pureed texture, and regular/ thin
consistency.
Record review of Minimum Data Set, in quarterly dated 12/01/2023 revealed, in Section C: Cognitive
Patterns, a brief interview of mental status was a five, which suggests severe cognitive impairment. In
Section GG: Functional Limitation in Range of Motion, the Upper extremities has no impairments. In
Section K: Swallowing/Nutritional Status, no to swallowing issues. In Section O: Special Treatments,
Procedures, and Programs: No to speech therapy.
Record review of the task for certified nursing assistants included, activities of daily living, extensive
assistance times one for breakfast, lunch, and dinner as needed.
Record review of the care plan, with a next review date of 2/29/2024 revealed, Resident #173 is on
restorative program assistance with active range of motion to bilateral upper extremities three times a
week, bed mobility three times a week, and activities for daily living (grooming hygiene, dressing upper
body/ lower body). The interventions included, Assist with Set up/Feeding as needed and as tolerated. The
goals included, Resident #173 will maintain the highest functional ability to all extremities and prevent
contractures/further contractures.
Review of the facility policies and procedures titled Promoting / Maintaining Resident Dignity during
mealtimes. Issued 3/2020. The policy statement stated, it is the practice of this facility to treat each resident
with respect and dignity and care for each resident in a manner and in an environment that maintains or
enhances his or her quality of life, recognizing each resident's individuality and protecting the rights of each
resident. Under the section titled, Policy Explanation and Compliance Guidelines part 5, All staff will be
seated, if possible while feeding a resident.
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Miami Springs Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
201 Curtiss Pkwy
Miami Springs, FL 33166
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F 0641
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
interview and record review, the facility failed to accurately code the Minimum Data Set (MDS) for one
resident (R # 43) out of one sampled residents reviewed for death. Resident #43 expired in the facility and
the MDS Section A for Identification Information, Discharge Status did document the resident was
deceased .
Residents Affected - Few
The findings included:
Record review of the clinical records for Resident # 43 revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on
[DATE] and expired in the facility on [DATE]. Clinical diagnoses included, but were not limited to, Encounter
for Palliative Care; Malignant Neoplasm of Colon, Unspecified; Secondary Malignant Neoplasm of Liver and
Intrahepatic Bile Duct.
Record review of the Significant Change MDS dated [DATE] revealed it was the last MDS completed for
resident #43. The MDS Section A for Identification Information, Discharge Status did document the resident
was deceased .
Record review of Nurses Notes dated [DATE] revealed, the Certified Nursing Assistant called the nurse to
resident's room. Upon arrival, the resident was unresponsive to verbal or tactile stimuli.
Record review of Nurses Notes dated [DATE] revealed, resident #43 had a (Do Not Resuscitate (DNR)
status).
Interview with the MDS Coordinator on [DATE] at 10:37 AM revealed, she stated the resident expired in the
facility. She stated, she forgot to add the resident was deceased . She stated she will make a correction to
the MDS.
Interview with MDS Coordinator on [DATE] at 10:45 AM revealed, the MDS Coordinator showed the
surveyor the correction with a date of [DATE].
The MDS Section A, Identification Information dated [DATE] was corrected on [DATE] and documented the
resident was deceased .
Review of Policy and Procedures for Resident Assessments issued 03/2021 revealed Policy: It is the policy
of the facility to adhere to the following procedures related to the proper documentation and utilization of a
resident's Minimum Data Set (MDS) to ensure a comprehensive and accurate assessment of residents will
be completed in the format and in accordance with time frames stipulated by the Department of Health and
Human Services Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services. This assessment system will provide a
comprehensive, accurate, standardized, reproducible assessment of each resident's functional capacities
and assist to identify health problems for care plan development. Procedure: Completion of the Minimum
Data Set: 5-Quarterly assessments are also done for residents every three months, at least every 92 days
following a comprehensive assessment. Annual, entry, discharge and re-entry assessments are completed
following the guidelines indicated in the Final Rule and the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) MDS
Version 3.0 guidelines.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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201 Curtiss Pkwy
Miami Springs, FL 33166
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F 0690
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate
catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
record reviews, observations and interviews, the facility failed to provide appropriate Services and care
related to foley catheter positioning as per facility policy to prevent a potential Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
for one out (Resident #153) out of 11 residents residing in the facility who had indwelling urinary catheters.
The findings included:
During observation on 12/13/2023 at 08:40 AM, Certified Nursing Assistant (Staff I), pushed resident #153
in a shower chair in the hallway to his room. Resident #153 was covered with a towel; the catheter tubing
was observed to be looped under resident #153 causing the collection bag to be above the level of
resident's bladder. Registered Nurse (Staff G) was informed and immediately entered the room with the
surveyor. Staff G was obsereved to place the collection bag below the level of the residents bladder into
pocket of the shower chair. Staff G explained to Staff I that the collection bag should always be below the
level of bladder.
On 12/13/23 at 11:15AM, Resident #153 was observed seated in his wheelchair near the designated
smoking area with his catheter tubing unkinked, the collection bag was below the level of the bladder was
inside a dignity bag, and attached to his wheelchair.
Record review revealed, Resident #153 was admitted on [DATE], and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses
that includes Cerebral Infarction due to Unspecified Occlusion or Stenosis of Left Posterior Cerebral Artery.
Review of the Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] revealed, Section C (Cognitive Status)
Brief Interview for Mental Status score was 11 on a scale of 00-15, indicating no cognitive impairment.
Section GG (Functional Abilities and Goals) no information in MDS. Section H (Bladder and Bowel) resident
had an indwelling catheter. Section I (Active Diagnosis) Anemia, Heart Failure, Hypertension, Malnutrition,
Diabetes, Depression. Section M (Skin conditions) no skin conditions present
Review of December 2023 physician orders revealed, suprapubic urinary catheter care every shift and as
needed, dated 9/7/2023, always anchor urinary catheter in place to prevent pulling, trauma/dislodgement.
dated 11/21/23, maintain dignity bag over urine collection bag for privacy and below the level of the bladder
every shift dated 12/7/2023, monitor suprapubic catheter every shift for leakage or blockage notify Medical
Doctor (MD) dated 12/7/2023.
Review of the Care Plan with the date initiated was December 24, 2022, and date revised December 19,
2023 revealed, A problem of Indwelling catheter and at risk for UTI's. Interventions: Place drainage bag into
privacy bag for dignity at all times and below level of the bladder. Attach catheter to leg bag as needed.
Attach catheter to bedside drainage and ensure closed drainage system intact. Change catheter, tubing
and drainage bag as ordered. Monitor amount, character, color, odor of urine output and notify MD as
indicated. Monitor every shift for urinary output, abdominal pain or distention. Observe for blood in urine and
notify nurse/MD as indicated. Provide good perineal hygiene. Provide urinary catheter care Every (Q) shift
and as needed (PRN). Work with MD for possible discontinue (DC) of catheter.
During interview on December 13, 2023, at 10:31 AM, translated by Registered Nurse (Staff H), Staff
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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201 Curtiss Pkwy
Miami Springs, FL 33166
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F 0690
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
I reported, when taking care of residents with indwelling catheters, the collection bag should be below level
of bladder and not touching the floor. Staff I reported, when a resident with an indwelling catheter is
assisted with a shower, the collection bag is to be kept below the level of the bladder by placing it into the
pocket on the side of the shower chair. Staff I stated, she did not place foley in the shower chair pocket
below the level of the residents bladder because she was nervous.
Residents Affected - Few
Interview on 12/13/23 at 10:41AM, the DON stated an Inservice regarding indwelling catheters care is in
progress. The DON reported the indwelling catheters collection bags are to be kept below the level of the
bladder. The DON reported, the Certified Nursing Assistants are educated upon hire about indwelling
catheter care. The DON reported, when a resident is being assisted with showering, the indwelling
catheters collection bag is to be kept below the level of the bladder by tucking it into the pocket of the
shower chair.
Review of the facility's Policy and Procedure for Indwelling Catheter Use issued date: 6/2020 Revised:
Standard: It is the Policy of the facility to ensure the appropriate use of indwelling urinary catheters in
accordance with State and Federal Regulations and national guidelines. Procedure: Indwelling urinary
catheters are to be used when indicated according to national guidelines such as those by the Healthcare
Infection Control Practices Advisory Committee (HICPAC) Guidelines (often referred to as the Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention guidelines).
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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Miami Springs, FL 33166
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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 record review, the facility failed to follow the physician's orders for changing
midline (intravenous catheter or IV line) dressing for one (Resident #485) out of 45 sampled residents as
evidenced by a midline dressing dated over five days old.
Residents Affected - Few
The findings included:
In an observation on 12/11/23 at 09:48 AM, Resident #435 was in bed with eyes closed with a nasal
cannula at two liters per minute.
In an observation on 12/12/23 at 09:12 AM, Resident #435 was resting in bed with eyes closed with a nasal
cannula at two liters per minute.
In an observation on 12/13/23 at 11:12 AM, Resident #435 was resting in bed with eyes closed. It was
observed with Staff C, Registered Nurse (RN) that Resident #435's left arm had a midline IV catheter and
the dressing was dated 12/08/2023 with no initials. (See photo evidence)
Record review of the treatment administration record for December 2023 revealed, a physician order which
stated to change midline catheter site dressing every 72 hours and as needed with transparent Dressing.
The treatment recored revealed on 12/08/23 and 12/11/23 the dressing change was initialed as completed
and the next midline dressing change due date was on 12/14/2023.
On 12/13/23 at 11:17 AM, during an interview with Staff C, R.N. (Registered Nurse). It was asked, Were
you Resident #435's nurse on 12/11/23 and was the dressing changed on that day? Staff C, R.N. stated, I
was Resident #435 nurse on 12/11/23. I changed her dressing on 12/11/23, but I got the dates confused. I'll
change her midline dressing now.
On 12/13/23 at 11:31 AM, during an interview with the Director of Nursing. It was discussed that Resident
#435's midline dressing was dated 12/08/23. It was charted in the treatment administration record that the
midline dressing was changed on 12/08/2023 and 12/11/2023. The Director of Nursing stated, I spoke to
Staff C, R.N., and he stated that he changed the dressing. He said he put the wrong date. He was confused
with the date. It was a mistake.
Record review of Resident #435's medical diagnoses included, subacute osteomyelitis of the left ankle and
foot.
Record review of physician orders for December 2023 revealed, midline catheter site dressing every 72
hours and as needed with transparent dressing with a start date of 12/5/2023. Ceftriaxone Sodium injection
solution of one gram intravenously one time a day for osteomyelitis of left foot for 10 days with a start date
of 12/5/2023.
Record review of Minimum Data Set revealed, in Medicare five day assessment dated [DATE]. In Section C:
Cognitive patterns, a brief interview of mental status was a six suggesting severe cognitive impairment. In
Section M: Skin, does this resident have one or more unhealed pressure ulcers/injuries? Yes. Number of
these unstageable pressure injuries that were present upon admission/entry or reentry? Two. Section N:
Medications, antibiotics as a resident was a yes.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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F 0694
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Review of Resident #435's care plan revealed, the next review date was 3/3/2024. Resident #435 has a
midline (intravenous line or IV line) to the left upper arm and is at risk for complications such as occlusion.
Interventions were dressing changes to the site as per facility protocol. The date initiated was on
12/05/2023. The goal was Resident #435 would have no complications from intravenous therapy through
the next review date.
Residents Affected - Few
Review of facility's policy and procedures for Peripheral Inserted Central Catheters. Issue date of 4/1/2022.
The policy statement states, It will be the standard of this facility to adhere to IV (intravenous)/PICC line
(Peripheral inserted central catheter) administration guidelines as set forth by infection control, state, and
federal regulations. Licensed nurses shall provide care according to state and federal law. In section,
procedures, 3. Dressing should be changed as per the physician's orders. In the section titled dressing
changes, it stated at least weekly, and dressing changes will be documented in the clinical record.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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Miami Springs, FL 33166
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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
record reviews, observations and interviews, the facility failed to ensure proper labeling and disposal of
medications as evidenced by one eye drop and one insulin pen past expiration dates on one the East
medication cart out of five carts reviewed and two bottles of liquid medication past the expiration date
printed on the bottle, in the [NAME] Medication room out of four medication rooms reviewed in facility. This
affected 4 out of 45 sampled residents (Resident #8, #11, #21, and #146).
The findings included:
On 12/13/23 at 02:41 PM, observation of the first floor East Medication cart contained one Brimonidine Sol
0.2% eye drop, with an open date of 10/25/2023 written on the bag for Resident#8 and an additional
pharmacy label stuck onto the bag with a different resident's name and different medication name. This cart
also contained one opened vial of Insulin Glargine sol 100U/mL(10mL) (Units/milliters) with an open date of
11/1/2023 for resident #21. (see photo evidence).
On 12/13/23 at 03:00 PM, observation of the first-floor [NAME] Side Medication room contained two bottles
in the medication refrigerator past the expiration dates. The first bottle was labeled Omeprazole 2mg/mL
(milligrams/milliliters), had a written date of 11/2/23 on the front label, an expiration date of 11/15/2023
printed on the back label, for resident #146. The second bottle was labeled Omeprazole 2mg/mL, had a
written date of 11/9/23 on the front label, an expiration date of 11/22/23 printed on the back label for
resident #11. (see photo evidence)
Review of medical records revealed, Resident#8 was admitted on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with
diagnoses to included Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma Bilateral Mild Stage. Further review of the Minimum
Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] Section C for Cognitive status revealed a Brief Interview for Mental Status
(BIMS) score of 11 out of a scale of 00-15 indicating moderate impairment. Review of the physician orders
revealed, Brimonidine Tartrate Ophthalmic Solution 0.2% Instill 1 drop into both eyes one time a day related
to Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma Bilateral Mild Stage dated 10/25/23. Further review of the Electronic
Medication Administration Record (EMAR) for 12/2023 revealed the medication is administered daily.
Review of the medical records for Resident#21 admitted on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with
diagnoses that included Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Review of the quarterly MDS dated [DATE] Section C for
Cognitive status revealed a BIMS score of 07 on a scale of 00-15 indicated severe cognitive impairment.
Review of the physician orders revealed, Insulin Glargine 100 UNIT/ML Solution Inject 15 units
Subcutaneous at bedtime. Further review of the EMAR for 12/2023 revealed, Insulin Glargine medication
administered daily.
Review of medical records revealed, Resident#146 was admitted on [DATE] with diagnoses that included
Gastrostomy. Review of the Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] revealed, Section C for cognitive status revealed
a BIMS score of 06 on a scale of 00-15 indicated severe cognitive impairment. Review of the physician
orders revealed, Omeprazole Oral Suspension 2 MG/ML (Omeprazole) Give 20 ml via PEG-Tube one time
a day related to Gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) dated 1/31/23. Review of the EMAR for 12/2023
revealed, Omeprazole Oral Suspension administered daily.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
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F 0761
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Review of the medical records revealed, Resident#11 was admitted on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE]
with diagnoses that included Chronic Gastritis. Review of the Quarterly MDS dated [DATE] Section C
cognitive status revealed a BIMS score of 06 out 00-15 indicated severe cognitive impairment. Review of
the physician orders revealed Omeprazole 2MG/ML solution 10ML (20MG) Give 10 ml by mouth one time a
day for GERD dated 11/9/23. EMAR for 12/2023 reviewed Omeprazole administered daily.
Residents Affected - Few
Interview on 12/13/23 at 02:50 PM with Registered Nurse (Staff D) it was stated, eye drops and insulin
once opened are expired after 28 days, then must be discarded. Staff D stated, the Brimonidine eye drop,
and Insulin Glargine in the East side medication cart are expired. Staff D stated, she will call the pharmacy
and re-order the expired medications.
Interview on 12/13/23 at 03:10 PM, Registered Nurse (Staff E) stated, the two liquids bottles of medication
in the medication room refrigerator are expired. Staff E stated, when a bottle of medication is received from
pharmacy the open date is written on the front of the medication. Staff E stated, the expiration date is
located on the back of the bottle and the medication should not be used or stored in the refrigerator after it
is expired. Staff E stated, she will reorder the medication and dispose of the expired medication with
another nurse.
Interview on 12/13/23 at 03:15 PM, the Director of Nurses (DON) stated medications should not be used or
stored past the expiration date. The DON stated she will begin in-servicing the nursing staff regarding
proper storage of medication. The DON stated, the expired medications will be reordered STAT
(immediately) and received within 2 hours from the pharmacy.
Interview on 12/14/23 at 11:27 AM, the Assistant Director of Nurses (ADON) stated the medication nurses
monitor the medications in the cart daily and dispose of expired medications. The ADON stated, the
supervisor follows up daily to ensure accuracy of medication storage. The ADON stated on Fridays each
nurse cleans their cart. The ADON stated, that the pharmacy consultant comes in monthly and assesses
the medication cart and medication with the nurse. The ADON stated there is a list of medication expiration
dates kept in the Narcotic/Log/Resources book on each medication cart. The ADON stated medications
cannot be used after the expiration date. The ADON stated nurses should reorder medication a week
before medication is due to run out.
Interview on 12/14/23 at 11:36 AM, Registered Nurse (Staff F) stated, she is the supervisor for the entire
facility on the 7 AM to 7 PM shift. Staff F stated, each day the floor nurses inspect their carts and
medication rooms and I check once a week. Staff F stated, if any medication is needed, I call the pharmacy.
Staff F stated, when the medication is low or expired, I reorder. Staff F stated, Eye drops and Insulin are
good for 30 days after opening. Staff F stated Medications cannot be used after the expiration date. Staff F
stated, I reorder medications at least one week before the expiration date. Staff F stated, the pharmacy
consultant comes to facility monthly and checks the medications with me and the nurse.
Interview on 12/14/23 01:45 PM with a Pharmacy Consultant revealed, a consultant visits the facility
monthly. The Pharmancy Consultant stated, if there are deficiencies found on the cart, the nurse is
educated at that time. The Pharmancy Consultant stated, the Brimonidine Eye drops bottle is labeled with
an expiration date. The Pharmacy Consultant stated, Insulin Glargine expires 28 days once opened. The
Pharmacy Consultant stated, Omeprazole suspension expires 30 days after the dispense date. The
Pharmancy Consultant stated, it is not advised to administer medications after expiration date.
Review of Policy and Procedure entitled, Labeling of Medications Storage of Drugs and Biologicals
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
106128
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/14/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Miami Springs Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
201 Curtiss Pkwy
Miami Springs, FL 33166
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F 0761
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
date implemented: 11/28/2019. Policy: It is the policy of this facility to ensure that all medications and
biologicals used in the facility will be labeled and stored in accordance with current state, federal
regulations. Purpose: The purpose of this procedure is to ensure the accurate labeling of all medications
and biologicals to facilitate consideration of precautions and safe administration of medications. Policy
Explanation and Compliance Guidelines: 1. All medications and biologicals will be labeled in accordance
with applicable federal and state requirements and current accepted pharmaceutical principles and
practices. 5. Labels for individual drug containers must include:
h. the expiration date when applicable 9. Labels for multi-use vials must include:
all opened or accessed vials should be discarded within 28 days unless the manufacturer specifies a
different (shorter or longer) date for the opened vial.
Review of document entitled, [ Consulting Services], Inc., Last Updated 7/12/2023, Expiration Dates for
Open Injectable Diabetes Medication revealed, Insulin Glargine expires 28 days after opening. Review of
undated document entitled, [ Consulting Services], Inc. Medications with Shortened Expiration Dates
revealed Omeprazole Suspension expires 30 days once opened.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Miami Springs Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
201 Curtiss Pkwy
Miami Springs, FL 33166
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0801
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the
food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Based on observations, record review and interview, the facility failed to employ a Director of Food and
Nutrition Services with required qualifications that includes two or more years of experience in the position
of director of food and nutrition services in a nursing facility setting and has completed a course of study in
food safety and management, by no later than October 1, 2023.
The findings included:
Record review of the Job Description for the Dining Services Director/Account Manager documented: The
Dining Services Director/Account Manager manages the dining services program and must hold state
and/or federal required credential within no more than three months of placement in Dining Services
Director/Account Manager position. Provides leadership, support and guidance to ensure that food quality
standards, inventory levels, food safety guidelines and customer service expectations are met. Essential
functions of the job is to: Supervises, coordinates and evaluates work of all dining services employees in
preparing and serving food and cleaning facilities and utensils in a production kitchen; Conducts planning
and budgeting; Forecasts and plans the purchase of food, supplies and equipment and ensures that
established sanitation and safety standards are maintained. The Dining Services Director/Account Manager
reports to the Dining Services District Manager.
Review of the Job Description for the Registered Dietitian documented: Provides registered dietitian
services in according to policies and procedures and federal/state requirements. The registered dietitian
has administrative authority, responsibility and accountability necessary to carry out assigned duties.
Responsibilities include planning, organizing, developing and directing the nutritional care of the resident in
accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern the
facility. Works effectively with others to ensure that quality nutritional services are being provided on a daily
basis and acts as a resource to the Director of Dining Services so that the dining services department is
maintained in a clean, safe and sanitary manner. Essential functions of the job is to: Completes
comprehensive nutrition assessments and care plan development in accordance with federal and state
regulatory guidance; Completes comprehensive assessments in accordance with current standards of
practice and provides oversight and guidance to the Dining Services Director regarding dining services
operations. The Registered Dietitian reports to the Director of Clinical Operations.
On 12/11/23 at 8:03 AM, interview with the Accounts Manager/Food Service Director revealed that he is not
a CDM (Certified Dietary Manager) and the RD (Registered Dietitian) does not oversee him or the kitchen.
He has only been in the position of Food Service Director for a couple of months.
On 12/11/23 at 8:05 AM, interview with the Corporate District Manager revealed that the Food Service
Director is not a CDM and that the Dietitian does not oversee the Food Service Director nor the kitchen.
On 12/12/23 at 8:25 AM, interview with the Registered Dietitian (RD). She stated, I am here in the
afternoons. Monday and Fridays in the afternoons. They have me listed as fulltime with 32 hours. I don't
oversee the kitchen nor the Food Service Director.
On 12/12/23 at 9:27 AM, interview with the Human Resources Director. She stated, He (Accounts
Manager/Food Service Director) was hired on 8/29/1999. He was a [NAME] at that time. On 10/13/2019 he
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
106128
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/14/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Miami Springs Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
201 Curtiss Pkwy
Miami Springs, FL 33166
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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F 0801
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
became a Dietary Supervisor/Cook. He has a Dietetic Management and Supervision Certificate from [ ] a
local technical college dated 12/23/2016. He had a [ ] sanitation certification dated 5/27/2016 and it expired
on 5/27/2021. He received Food Safety Manager Training on food safety certificate of completion on
10/26/2023. He is now an employee of the [ ], a contracted company.
On 12/12/23 at 9:32 AM, interview with the Corporate District Manager. He stated, I am his direct
supervisor. I manage separate buildings. I try to come in once a week and sometimes twice a week. I'm in
the process of trying to see if he qualifies to take the CDM exam.
On 12/13/23 at 8:39 AM, interview with the Administrator. He stated, We signed the contract with [ ], the
contracted food services group on 9/24/22 and we first started with them on October of that year. The
Dining Services Director/Account Manager is qualified for the position because he went to school, he has
taken the classes. He is pending taking the test. The dietitian is qualified for the position because we have a
full time dietitian. She oversees the kitchen. We have two CDMs who are contracted to come in and go in
the kitchen. They are not full time, only part time.
On 12/13/23 at 8:43 AM, interview with the RD. She stated, I am here Monday thru Friday doing nutritional
assessments and I also go in the kitchen if I am needed.
Review of the Dining Service Agreement contract revealed it was completed on September 21, 2022 with
the [ ] contracted food services group.
Review of the contracted dietary workers and the Account Manager was listed as hire date 9/30/2022.
On 12/13/23 at 11:14 AM, interview with the contracted CDM. She stated, I come here two times a week
and as needed in the kitchen. I am contracted as an LLC (limited liability company) but I am a CDM. I look
at the sanitation for the kitchen. I let them know what I find and they deal with their employees.
On 12/13/23 at 11:21 AM, interview with the Human Resources Director. She stated, The dietitian is
contracted with [ ] contracted food services group. They have a separate payroll.
On 12/13/23 at 11:23 AM, interview with the Corporate District Manager. He stated, The RD is under our
company. Two months of the RD timesheet were requested to verify hours worked. Subsequent interview
with the Corporate District Manager on 12/13/23 at 12:03 PM. He stated, The Dietitian is not designated as
the Director of Food Service.
On 12/14/23 at 6:52 AM, interview with the Accounts Manager/Food Service Director. He stated, I see the
Dietitian at least four times a week. I do the budget for the kitchen.
On 12/14/23 at 6:54 AM, interview with Staff I, Dietary Aide. She stated, Sometimes the dietitian is here
twice a week.
On 12/14/23 at 6:56 AM, interview with Staff J, Dietary Aide. She stated, I see her (the dietitian) everyday.
On 12/14/23 at 6:57 AM, interview with Staff K, Dietary Aide. She stated, I see her (the dietitian) four days
in the kitchen.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
106128
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/14/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Miami Springs Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
201 Curtiss Pkwy
Miami Springs, FL 33166
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 0801
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Review of the time sheets dated September 29, 2023 to December 1, 2023 for the RD documented she
punched in and out mostly everyday for 6 hours or more.
Review of the QAPI (Quality Assurance Performance Improvement) Meeting Minutes for August 2023,
September 2023 and October 2023 documented the registered dietitian was not present at the meetings.
The diet technician was present at the meetings.
Review of the Facility Assessment, updated 12/13/23, date reviewed with QAPI Committee 12/21/23
documented: 1) The Dietitian and Food Service Director were involved in completing the facility
assessment; 2) Staff Type: Food and Nutrition Services (Director, Support staff, Registered Dietitian); 3)
Dietitian or other clinically qualified nutrition professional to serve as the Director of Food and Nutrition
Services Range (FTEs)-2 and Food and Nutrition Services Staff Range (FTEs) 14-15 daily. there were 14
Dietary staff and the Nutrition department provided individualized dietary requirements, specialized diets,
IV nutrition, tube feeding, cultural or ethnic dietary needs. The Facility Assessment was received on
12/11/23.
On 12/14/23 at 11:30 AM, interview with the RD. She stated, I do not attend the QAPI meetings because I
come in the afternoons. I usually come in around 2:30 to 3:00 PM. The Registered Diet Tech attends the
QAPI meetings and the care plan meetings. My title is a Clinical Dietitian. I am not designated as the
Director of Food Service.
Review of the Federal requirements for a qualified Dietitian functioning at a minimum include: Assessing the
nutritional needs of residents; Developing and evaluating regular and therapeutic diets, including texture of
foods and liquids, to meet the specialized needs of residents; Developing and implementing
person-centered education programs involving food and nutrition services for all facility staff; Overseeing
the budget and purchasing of food and supplies, and food preparation, service and storage and
participating in the quality assurance program, when food and nutrition services are involved.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
106128
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/14/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Miami Springs Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
201 Curtiss Pkwy
Miami Springs, FL 33166
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0812
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve
food in accordance with professional standards.
Based on observations, interviews and record review, the facility failed to 1) store food under sanitary
condition by ensuring the proper temperatures in the reach-in cooler and 2) ensure the reach-in cooler was
working properly. This has the potential to affect 169 out of 182 residents who eat orally residing in the
facility at the time of the survey.
The findings included:
Record review of the Refrigerator/Freezer/Dishwasher Logs Policy and Procedure (Issued 9/2018); Policy
Statement-The temperatures of the refrigerators and freezers will be recorded twice a day; Procedure-1b)
Refrigerators shall be 35-40 degrees Fahrenheit.
Observation during the initial kitchen tour on 12/11/23 at 8:16 AM with the Accounts Manager/Food Service
Director and the Corporate District Manager revealed, the reach-in cooler temperature was 60 degrees F
(Fahrenheit) on the outside and 60 degrees F on the inside. The reach-in cooler contained apple sauce.
Observation of the lunch tray line on 12/13/23 at 11:02 AM revealed, food temperatures were being taken
and conducted by the Accounts Manager/Food Service Director. The dessert was Gelatin Cubes and the
temperature was 52 degrees F. The desserts were contained in a long pan with ice and was removed from
the reach-in cooler.
Second observation of the reach-in cooler on 12/13/23 at 11:03 AM revealed, 50 degrees F on the outside
and 60 degrees F on in the inside. The reach-in cooler contained desserts and juices.
On 12/13/23 at 11:04 AM, interview with the Accounts Manager/Food Service Director. He stated, The
temperature on the refrigerator should be 41 degrees.
Observation of the reach-in cooler on 12/13/23 at 11:05 AM revealed, all desserts and juices were removed
from the reach-in cooler by the dietary staff.
Record review of the reach-in cooler Temperature Log for December 2023 documented the following:
12/11/23 5:30 AM Temperature was 40 degrees F and on 12/13/23 5:00 AM Temperature was 40 degrees
F.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
106128
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/14/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Miami Springs Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
201 Curtiss Pkwy
Miami Springs, FL 33166
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 0867
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop
corrective plans of action.
Based on observations, interview and record review, the facility failed to demonstrate effective plan of
actions were implemented to correct identified quality deficiencies in the problem area related to repeated
deficient practices for F550 Resident Rights/Exercise of Rights related to the facility failed to ensure that
residents had a dignified existence for Resident # 173 of three residents reviewed for dignity and failed to
maintain dignity during dining and F812 Food Procurement Store/Prepare/Serve/Sanitary as evidenced by
facility failed to 1) store food under sanitary condition by ensuring the proper temperatures in the reach-in
cooler and 2) ensure the reach-in cooler was working properly. This deficiency had the potential to affect
182 residents residing in the facility at the time of survey.
The findings included:
Record review of the facility's survey history revealed, during a recertification survey with exit dated October
12, 2022. F550 Resident Rights/Exercise of Rights was cited related to the facility failed to ensure that
residents had a dignified existence for 2 (Resident # 124 and Resident # 21) of 4 residents reviewed for
dignity and failed to maintain dignity during dining for 1 (Resident #15) of 4 residents reviewed for dignity
and F812 Food Procurement Store/Prepare/Serve/Sanitary as evidenced that the facility failed to store,
prepare, serve food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety. The issues included:
failure to protect food from contamination, failure to maintain sanitizing chemical solutions, failure to
maintain refrigeration and ice machines, and proper cleaning and maintenance of food preparation
equipment.
Interview with Administrator and Director of Nursing on 12/14/23 at 12:57 PM. They stated that the QAPI
(Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement) meeting is held on the third or fourth week of every
month. They stated QAPI Committee included the Administrator, Director of Nursing, Medical Director,
Social Services Director, Dietary Director, Infection Preventions, Medical Records Director, Nurse
supervisors, the Maintenance Director, Environmental Director, Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator and
a Certified Nursing Assistant is invited. They stated they have morning meetings; staff reveal the issues
from the prior day. They stated if the issue is high risk for residents, it is addressed immediately. The
administrator stated last month's meetings were discussed and they were working to prevent falls and it
worked, the resident's fall incidents decreased in comparison to last year. The Director of Nursing stated
that the Quality Assessment and Assurance (QAA) committee knows when an issue arises because every
department brings its own reports and discusses each area. She stated the CASPER report and trends are
used to know what is occurring in the facility. The Administrator stated staff received in-service education to
prevent abuse/neglect, how to prevent falls, how to prevent pressure injuries for the residents with risk for
injuries, and etc.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
106128
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
12/14/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Miami Springs Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
201 Curtiss Pkwy
Miami Springs, FL 33166
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0908
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on observations, interviews and record review, the facility failed to ensure the reach-in cooler was
working properly. This has the potential to affect 169 out of 182 residents who eat orally residing in the
facility at the time of the survey.
Residents Affected - Few
The findings included:
Record review of the Refrigerator/Freezer/Dishwasher Logs Policy and Procedure (Issued 9/2018); Policy
Statement-The temperatures of the refrigerators and freezers will be recorded twice a day; Procedure-1b)
Refrigerators shall be 35-40 degrees Fahrenheit.
Observation during the initial kitchen tour on 12/11/23 at 8:16 AM with the Accounts Manager/Food Service
Director and the Corporate District Manager revealed, the reach-in cooler temperature was 60 degrees F
(Fahrenheit) on the outside and 60 degrees F on the inside. The reach-in cooler contained apple sauce.
Observation of the lunch tray line on 12/13/23 at 11:02 AM revealed, food temperatures were being taken
and conducted by the Accounts Manager/Food Service Director. The dessert was Gelatin Cubes and the
temperature was 52 degrees F. The desserts were contained in a long pan with ice and was removed from
the reach-in cooler.
Second observation of the reach-in cooler on 12/13/23 at 11:03 AM revealed, 50 degrees F on the outside
and 60 degrees F on in the inside. The reach-in cooler contained desserts and juices.
On 12/13/23 at 11:04 AM, interview with the Accounts Manager/Food Service Director. He stated, The
temperature on the refrigerator should be 41 degrees.
Observation of the reach-in cooler on 12/13/23 at 11:05 AM revealed, all desserts and juices were removed
from the reach-in cooler.
Record review of the reach-in cooler Temperature Log for December 2023 documented the following:
12/11/23 5:30 AM Temperature was 40 degrees F and on 12/13/23 5:00 AM Temperature was 40 degrees
F.
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