F 0584
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
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 and interviews conducted the facility failed to provide a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike
environment, as evidenced by unclean, disrepair, unkempt environment to include floors, ceilings,
bathrooms and furniture. There were 178 residents residing in the facility at the time of the survey.
The findings included:
During the environment tour conducted on 02/21/2023 at 1:00 PM with the Administrator, Director of
Housekeeping, and Corporate Maintenance Director, the following were noted:
First Floor:
Observation of the main hallway to the Smoking Area, revealed approximately 20 feet of the handrails
located on the south side were noted to be loose and falling from the wall.
Observation of elevator #2 revealed a large hole in the floor that could be a potential trip hazard to
residents and anyone entering the elevator.
Second Floor:
Observation revealed the entire floor around and behind the second-floor nurses' station to be soiled,
stained, and black in color.
Observation of the second floor East Wing: The ceiling frame was noted to be rust laden.
The second floor dining room had six large windows that were clouded over with a waxy substance and
view to outside could not be seen by residents.
Observation of the second floors' Community Shower room [ROOM NUMBER]: The toilet seat was
detached and falling off the toilet bowl, and the shower stall grout was stained and black in color.
Observation of Community Shower room [ROOM NUMBER]: The metal ceiling frame was rust laden, and
the floor was soiled and stained.
Observation on the second floor Hallway revealed the handrails were detached from the walls between
rooms #225 to #227.
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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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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Sierra Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
220 Sierra Drive
Miami, FL 33179
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0584
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Observation of room [ROOM NUMBER] revealed the exterior of the 2 room chairs were heavily worn. The
room floor was soiled and stained, the privacy curtain (A bed) was soiled and stained, and 1 of 2-bathroom
lights was not working.
Observation of room [ROOM NUMBER] revealed the Room floor was soiled and stained.
Residents Affected - Some
During observation of room [ROOM NUMBER], it was noted that the room floor was soiled and stained, the
exterior of the 2 overbed tables were worn and wood exposed, and the privacy curtain (A bed) was soiled
and stained.
Observation of room [ROOM NUMBER] revealed the floor soiled and stained, a large area of the vinyl floor
was becoming detached from floor.
Observation of room [ROOM NUMBER]: The exterior of the tube feeding pole (A bed) was noted to be
soiled and stained, the exterior of the 2 overbed tables were heavily worn with wood exposed, there was a
large hole in the wall behind B bed, the room chair exteriors were heavily worn.
Observation of room [ROOM NUMBER] revealed the footboard (A bed) was heavily worn with sharp wood
exposed and the exteriors of the 2 overbed tables were worn and in disrepair.
Observation of room [ROOM NUMBER] revealed the privacy curtain (A bed) was soiled and stained, the
vinyl room floor was detached from the floor, and the exterior of the bathroom entry door was damaged and
in disrepair.
Observation of room [ROOM NUMBER]: The base boards were detached from the room walls, the exterior
of the 2 room chairs were heavily worn, and the exterior of the entry door for the bathroom was damaged
and in disrepair.
Observation of room [ROOM NUMBER]: The privacy curtain (A bed) was soiled and stained, the base
boards were falling off from the room walls, the exterior of the bathroom door was damaged and in
disrepair, and 1 of 2-bathroom lights not working.
Observation of room [ROOM NUMBER]: The armrest of the electric wheelchair (A bed) was heavily worn
and torn and in need of replacement (resident requested replacement), the exterior of bathroom entry door
was damaged and in disrepair, the base boards in the room were detached from the room wall, and there
was no overbed light cord (B bed).
Observation of room [ROOM NUMBER]: The privacy curtain was soiled and stained and the exterior of the
overbed table (1) was heavily worn, and wood exposed.
Observation of room [ROOM NUMBER]: The privacy curtain (1) was soiled and stained, the overbed table
was heavily worn wood exposed.
Observation of room [ROOM NUMBER]: The privacy curtain (a bed) was too short to flow around the bed
and could not ensure privacy.
Observation of room [ROOM NUMBER]: A large area of the ceiling in the room had peeling paint and was
in disrepair.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Sierra Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
220 Sierra Drive
Miami, FL 33179
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F 0584
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Observation of room [ROOM NUMBER]: The exterior of the 2 overbed tables were rust laden, and no
television cable reception for A bed.
Third Floor:
Observation of the third-floor dining room revealed six large windows that were clouded over with a waxy
substance and view to outside could not be seen by residents.
Observation of the third-floor community shower room [ROOM NUMBER], noted the toilet seat not secured
to toilet, and 1 of 3 room lights mot working.
Observation of the third-floor community shower room [ROOM NUMBER]: The bathroom handrail was
detached and falling from the wall in the shower stall, and the room entry door was noted to have large
bolts protruding through door that could cause potential injury to residents.
Fourth Floor:
Observation of the fourth-floor dining room revealed, six large windows that were clouded over with waxy
substance and view to outside could not be seen by residents.
Observation of room [ROOM NUMBER]: The room floor was soiled and stained, the bathroom floor was
soiled and stained, there was a large bolt protruding from the bottom of the bathroom door that was a
potential accident hazard to the residents.
Observation of room [ROOM NUMBER]: Bathroom light 1/2 was not working, the privacy curtain (A bed)
was soiled and stained, and the exterior bathroom door was damaged and in disrepair,
Observation of room [ROOM NUMBER]: The exterior of room entry door was damaged and in disrepair, the
exterior of the bathroom door was damaged and in disrepair, the 2 overbed tables were heavily worn with
wood exposed.
On 02/21/2023 at approximately 2:00 PM following the environment tour the findings were again confirmed
with the Administrator. It was stated that staff are failing to report the housekeeping/maintenance issues on
the Maintenance Logbook that are located at all 3 nurses stations.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Sierra Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
220 Sierra Drive
Miami, FL 33179
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0697
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interviews, record review and policy review, the facility failed to provide adequate pain control
management for 1 (Resident #102) out of 1 sampled resident for pain management.
Residents Affected - Few
The findings included:
The facility's policy Pain Management issued 03/2020 reveals The facility must ensure that pain
management is provided to residents who require such services, consistent with professional standards of
practice, the comprehensive person-centered care plan, and the residents' goals and preferences.
On 02/20/2023 at 10:12 AM during the initial observation and interview Resident #102 stated he had pain
in his right hip and left shoulder. He stated he had a patch on his left shoulder, but the shoulder especially
was hurting.
During observation and interview on 02/21/2023 at 9:00 AM, Resident #102 again stated he had pain in his
left shoulder.
Resident #102 was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that included Chronic
Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Pain in Left Shoulder, and Hyperlipidemia. The quarterly Minimum Data
Set (MDS) with an assessment reference date of 01/11/2023 revealed a Brief Interview of Mental Status
(BIMS) score of 14 out of 15 which indicated intact cognition.
Review of the resident's care plan revealed Resident #102 has potential for alteration in comfort related to
(r/t) limited mobility, Left Shoulder pain. Care plan with revised date of 10/27/2022 with an intervention of
observe for effectiveness of pain intervention, report acute pain or pain that is not relieved with intervention
to MD (Medical Doctor) as needed.
A review of the Electronic Health Record (EHR) revealed the resident was being seen by a pain
management nurse practitioner since 05/08/2021. Percocet 5/325 milligrams (mg) every 8 hours as needed
(PRN) for pain had been on the Physician's orders as far back as 12/11/2020 when the EHR began on this
resident. The most recent pain management note in the EHR which was dated 01/26/2023 revealed follow
up pain management chronic pain Plan 1. Percocet 5/325 mg po (by mouth) q (every) 8 hours PRN 2. will
continue to follow patient seen and examined by .
A review of the resident's medications was done and there was no Physician order for Percocet. The
Percocet was discontinued on 01/10/2023. Resident #102 has an order for acetaminophen 325 mg give 2
tablets orally every 6 hours as needed for temperature above 100 degrees/mild pain. Use for pain scale 1-3.
On 02/23/2023 at 10:35 AM an interview was conducted with the Director of Nurses (DON). The DON
stated the Percocet was discontinued because it was a pharmacy recommendation on 12/27/2022 to
discontinue Oxycodone PRN because he did not use the medication and it did not have a stop date on it.
The primary physician's nurse practitioner (NP) was consulted to discontinue the medication, not the pain
management NP so the pain management NP was unaware that it was discontinued.
Additional interview with Resident #102 on 02/23/2023 at 10:41 AM revealed the resident had pain in the
left shoulder and the patch was not really helping. He stated he told the nurse the pain was a
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106131
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A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/23/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Sierra Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
220 Sierra Drive
Miami, FL 33179
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0697
level 4.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Interview with Staff A, Registered Nurse, on 02/23/2023 at 10:45 AM revealed she gave him
Acetaminophen 325 mg, 2 tablets earlier for a pain level of 4, but has not had a chance to follow up with
him yet to see if it relieved the pain.
Residents Affected - Few
On 02/23/2023 at 10:50 AM an interview was conducted with DON which revealed the resident had no
medication available for a pain level of 4.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Sierra Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
220 Sierra Drive
Miami, FL 33179
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0803
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be
updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Based on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to follow the
approved menu for Regular Diets (94 residents), Mechanical Soft Diet (47 residents), No Added Salt Diet
(26 residents), and Low Concentrated Sweets Diet (15 residents), and Pureed Diet (21 residents).
The findings included:
During the review of the approved menu for the lunch meal of 02/20/2023, the following were documented
to be served: 1 Slice Bread and 1 teaspoon Margarine - Regular Diet, Mechanical Soft Diet, No Added Salt
Diet, and Low Concentrated Sweets Diet and for Pureed Diets-(2 ounces) Scoop of Pureed Bread and 1
teaspoon Margarine.
During the observation of the lunch meal in the second-floor dining room on 02/20/2023 at 12:00 PM, it was
noted that bread, pureed bread, and margarine were not served to the 20 residents. Observation of the
second and third floor dining rooms noted again that no bread, pureed bread, or margarine were included
on the resident lunch trays.
The concerns observed during the lunch meal was discussed with the facility's Registered Dietitian and
Administrator for their review. Upon review by the facility's Registered Dietitian and Administrator, it was
revealed that the bread and margarine were available to any residents however, dietary staff failed to serve
the bread, pureed bread, and margarine as per the approved menu to the residents for the meal on
02/20/2023.
During the review of the approved menu for the Breakfast meal on 02/21/2023 the following was
documented to be served.
4 ounces (#8 scoop) Pureed Cream of [NAME] Cereal
4 ounces (#8 scoop) Pureed Pancakes
4 ounces (#8 scoop) Pureed Scrambled Eggs with Ham
During the observation of the breakfast meal conducted in the main kitchen on 02/21/2023 at 7:15 AM it
was noted that the steam table did not contain prepared portions of Pureed Cream of [NAME] Cereal,
Pureed Pancakes, and Pureed Scrambled Eggs with Ham. Interview with the Food Service Supervisor at
the time of the observation revealed that the cook (Staff C) failed to review the approved breakfast menu
and the pureed foods were not prepared as per the approved breakfast menu.
A review of the facility's diet census for 02/21/2023 noted that there were currently 11 residents with
physician ordered Pureed Diets which included sampled Resident #2, Resident # 22, Resident #33,
Resident #42, # Resident 79, Resident #80, and Resident #89.
During review of the approved menu for the lunch meal on 02/23/2023 the following foods were
documented to be served:
4 ounces (#8 scoop) Ground Turkey (Mechanical Soft Diet)
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Sierra Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
220 Sierra Drive
Miami, FL 33179
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F 0803
3 ounces Hot Dogs (Alternate Entree)
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
During the observation of the lunch meal in the Main Kitchen on 02/22/2023 at 11:30 AM the following were
noted:
Residents Affected - Some
2 ounce (#16 scoop) was served for Mechanical Soft Diets
1-ounce Hot Dog was served as the alternate entree
Interview with the Registered Dietitian and Food Service Supervisor on 02/22/2023 at 11:45 AM during the
time of the lunch meal observation it was revealed that staff were to review the approved menu and were
unaware the approved menu documented a 4-ounce serving of Ground Turkey for Mechanical Soft Diet. It
was also noted that the alternate entree of Hot Dog was to be a 3-ounce portion.
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106131
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A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/23/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Sierra Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
220 Sierra Drive
Miami, FL 33179
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0804
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on record review, observation, and interview it was determined that food was not prepared by
following standardized recipes to ensure nutritive value, flavor, and appearance for Regular Diet,
Mechanical Soft Diet, No Added Sugar Diet, No Concentrated Sweet Diets (141 facility residents) and
Pureed Diet (21 Residents) to include sample Resident #2, Resident #22, Resident #32, Resident #42,
Resident #79, Resident #80, and Resident #89.
Residents Affected - Some
The findings included:
Review of Standardized Recipe for Scrambled Egg with Ham noted ingredients:
4 gallons, 2 cups of frozen scrambled eggs
1 gallon, 1/2 cup of 2% milk.
1 gallon, 1/2 cup of diced ham.
Approved Portion Size = #8 scoop
During observation of the breakfast meal in the Main Kitchen on 02/21/2023 at 7:15 AM, it was noted that
portions of the entree contained ham pieces while other portions did not contain ham. The scrambled eggs
with ham was observed in the steam table and it was noted that there were large/whole pieces of ham and
no ground ham. When portioned some of the entree contained large ham pieces while others contained no
ham. Interview with the [NAME] (Staff C) at the time of the observation revealed that she did not prepare
the entree by use of the standardized recipe and did not utilize ground ham. The cook utilized whole pieced
of ham and was not aware that each portion must contain a minimum 2 ounces of ground ham. Additional
interview with the Food Service Supervisor also revealed that she was unaware of the recipe and that
ground ham must be used for the preparation of the scrambled eggs with ham.
Review of the Pureed Frosted Chocolate Cake recipe documented the following ingredients:
Frosted Chocolate Cake (21 pieces) and 30 ounces of 2% Milk.
During the observation of the lunch meal in the Main Kitchen on 02/22/2023 at 11:30 AM, accompanied by
the Food Service Supervisor and Registered Dietitian, the surveyor requested to observe the pureed
frosted cake. Upon opening the pureed cake was noted to be in a total liquid form. Interview with the Diet
Aide (Staff D) who stated she prepared the cake, reported that she added too much water to the cake mix
prior to pureeing. The surveyor asked if she reviewed the recipe for the cake that documented 30 ounces of
2 % milk and Staff D answered no. The Supervisor and Dietitian at the time of the observation stated that
the pureed cake was too thin and would not be palatable for residents receiving pureed diet.
A review of the Diet Census for 02/22/2023 revealed that there were currently 21 residents with physician
ordered Pureed Diet. The 21 residents included sampled Resident #2, Resident #22, Resident #32,
Resident #42, Resident #79, Resident #80, and Resident #89.
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106131
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Sierra Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
220 Sierra Drive
Miami, FL 33179
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F 0806
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies,
intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2) During
observation of the lunch meal on 2/20/2023 at 12:00 PM in the third floor dining room, it was noted that
Resident #33 was being fed by staff. Further observation noted that the resident's food plate contained only
2 servings of pureed spaghetti, 1 serving of mashed potatoes and 1 serving of pureed carrots. Further
observation noted that there was no pureed entree (pureed meatballs) on the main plate. A review of the
resident's tray card noted documentation of No Red Meats.
During an interview with the Food Service Supervisor on 02/21/2023 at 11:45 AM it was revealed that only
the entree stated on the approved pureed menu is prepared and no additional pureed entrees are prepared
for the resident's personal preferences.
On 02/22/2023 during an interview at 11:45 AM the facility's Registered Dietitian revealed that she was
unaware that the resident personal preferences for 'No Red Meats was not followed and further stated that
additional pureed entree should be available at all meals to follow residents food preferences.
3) During the lunch meal observation conducted in the main kitchen on 02/22/2023 at 11:30 AM and
accompanied with the Food Service Supervisor and Registered Dietitian, it was noted that the lunch tray for
Resident #104 did not contain a pureed turkey entrée. The resident was being served only pureed
vegetable and mashed potatoes.
A review of the resident's tray card documented food preference of no turkey.
On 02/22/2023 at 11:30 AM during the lunch meal observation in the main kitchen, the cook (Staff C )
revealed that only the entree listed on the approved menu for pureed diet was prepared. It was further
revealed that additional pureed entrees are not prepared for meals to meet resident's personal food
preferences. The facility's Registered Dietitian at the time of the observation revealed that she was unaware
that the resident was not going to receive a pureed entree of preference and unaware that an additional
pureed entree was not being prepared for all meals to meet residents' personal food preferences.
4. During the resident council meeting on 02/21/23 at 03:05 PM, Resident #69 expressed that he asks for a
fruit plate, and it is never available. There were 15 residents in attendance and 7 of the 15 agreed that they
would like fresh fruit plates.
An interview was conducted with the Registered Dietician (RD) on 02/22/23 at 10:23 AM. She stated that
they do have fresh fruit plates, and it is on the substitute menu. There are different fruits which depend on
the availability of obtaining the fruits from the vendor. They will get watermelon, honey dew, bananas,
oranges, and/or strawberries.
Upon review of the substitute list for dining, the choice documented indicated a cottage cheese fruit plate.
On 02/22/2023 at 2:03 PM the Dietary Supervisor (Staff B) stated that they do not have the cottage cheese
available unless a resident asks for a fruit plate before 10:00 AM, then someone can run to the store and
buy cottage cheese. The RD and Staff B were asked if they ever attended Resident
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
106131
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/23/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Sierra Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
220 Sierra Drive
Miami, FL 33179
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(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0806
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Council meetings and if they were aware that the residents would like more fresh fruit available. They stated
that they were attending meetings for 3 months and were aware.
Based on record review, observations and interviews, the facility failed to follow food preferences for 4
(Resident #12, Resident #33, Resident #104, and Resident #69) out of 12 residents reviewed for nutrition.
Residents Affected - Some
The findings included:
Review of the facility's policy titled, Nutrition and Hydration with a revised date of 06/2021, revealed: The
facility will provide a therapeutic diet taking into account the resident's clinical condition and preferences.
1) Review of Resident #12's clinical records revealed the resident was admitted on [DATE] with the most
recent readmission dated 02/05/2020. Clinical diagnoses include but not limited to: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
with Hyperglycemia, Anemia in other Chronic Diseases Classified Elsewhere, and Gastro-Esophageal
Reflux Disease without Esophagitis.
Review of Section C for cognitive pattern on the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] revealed that
Resident #12 had a Brief Interview of Mental Status score of 15, indicating an intact cognitive response.
Review of the Section G for functional status revealed that Resident #12 for bed mobility and dressing both
had a self-performance of extensive assistance with support of one-person physical assist, eating had a
self-performance of supervision with support of setup help only.
Review of the Physician's orders for Resident #12 revealed an order dated 10/01/2020 for NAS/NCS (No
Added Salt/No Concentrated Sweets) diet, regular texture, regular/thin consistency.
Review of Care Plan for Resident #12 revealed a care plan dated 07/19/2021 with a focus indicating the
resident has nutritional problem or potential nutritional problem related to non-compliant with NCS, NAS
diet, Obesity, no significant weight change, BMI (Body Mass Index) 44.4, morbidly obese. not compliant
with NAS, NCS diet, Buying food from outside. Resident continues to order food from outside frequently,
complains about facility meals despite interventions to accommodate his food preferences, reports poor
appetite. Goals included resident will not develop complications related to obesity, including skin
breakdown, ineffective breathing pattern, altered cardiac output, diabetes, impaired mobility through review
date. Interventions included: Monitor weights monthly, provide and serve NAS, NCS diet as ordered.
Review of the Reaction Note for Resident #12 dated 02/01/2023 included: food allergy with Fish and
Strawberries both give resident upset stomach.
Review of the Dietary Consult Note for Resident #12 dated 07/08/2022 included: Resident reported he
does not care for facility meals and at times will eat maybe one meal a day. Resident visited by dietary
representative for meal preferences, however still verbalized dissatisfaction with meals. Staff reported that
resident orders food from outside source. Resident reported he has not been doing that lately as he has no
funds.
Review of the Nutrition/Dietary Note for Resident #12 dated 10/25/2022 included: Visited resident, got
grilled cheese sandwich from the kitchen for lunch, said that it is the only thing that he likes eating at the
facility, reported that food is not appetizing, gives him diarrhea, orders food from
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
106131
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/23/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Sierra Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
220 Sierra Drive
Miami, FL 33179
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 0806
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
outside frequently. Will speak with dietary and try to accommodate his food preferences as best as
possible.
During an interview conducted on 02/20/2023 at 3:40 PM with Resident #12, he stated he does not like a
lot of the food the facility provides and often wants a cheeseburger, but the facility will not provide one, so
he asks for a grilled cheese sandwich with a burger on it, but rarely gets what he asks for. Resident #12
stated that when he asks for the grilled cheese sandwich with a burger they tell him that they do not have
any hamburgers, or they cannot make his request.
During an observation conducted on 02/21/2023 at 12:53 PM, Resident #12 received 2 grilled cheese
sandwiches with hamburger in each grilled cheese sandwich.
During an interview conducted on 02/22/2023 at 2:00 PM with Staff B Dietary Supervisor, who stated she
was promoted to Dietary Supervisor position from kitchen aid 1 year ago. Staff B stated she does the
ordering for the facility twice weekly for delivery on Mondays and Wednesdays. She stated that the facility
was always able to provide a hamburger to the residents, they have frozen hamburger patties or fresh
hamburger and can make a hamburger patty.
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106131
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02/23/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Sierra Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
220 Sierra Drive
Miami, FL 33179
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0808
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or
licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
Based on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to follow
physician ordered Double Portion Diet that were a nutrition intervention for weight loss for 17 out of 17
facility residents that included sampled Resident #20, Resident #80, Resident #124, Resident #137, and
Resident #166.
The findings included:
During the observation of the lunch tray assembly line in the main kitchen on 02/22/2023 at 11:30 AM,
accompanied by the facility's Registered Dietitian and Food Service Supervisor, it was noted that residents
with physician ordered Double Portion Diet were not receiving a double portion of Oven Roasted Turkey (6
ounces protein), Mashed Potatoes, and Carrots. Specifically, the only double portion included on the main
plate was a double portion of mashed potatoes. The turkey (3 ounces) and carrots (4 ounces) were all
noted to only be a single portion.
An interview at 02/22/2023 at approximately 11:35 AM with the cook (Staff D) at the time who was serving
the foods on the tray line stated that she thought the only double portion to be served was the mashed
potatoes. Staff D further stated that she had not been trained/in-serviced on the serving of Double Portion
Diet.
Interview with the facility's Registered Dietitian on 02/22/2023 at at approximately 11:38 AM at the time of
the meal observation stated that the Double Portions are ordered for residents with weight loss (high
calorie, high protein). The Registered Dietitian further stated that the Double Portion Diet included 2
portions of entree, 2 portions of starch, and 2 portions of vegetables for all lunch and dinner meals. The
Registered Dietitian also stated that she was unaware that the only double portion being served for lunch
and dinner meals was the was the starch portion.
A review of the facility's Diet Census for 02/22/23 documentation noted there were currently 17 facility
residents with physician ordered Double Portion Diet' that included 5 sampled residents that had nutrition
risk/weight loss Resident #20, Resident #80, Resident #124, Resident #137, and Resident #166.
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
106131
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/23/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Sierra Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
220 Sierra Drive
Miami, FL 33179
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0810
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
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 provide physician ordered adaptive
equipment for 1 out of 35 sampled residents (Resident #17).
Residents Affected - Few
The findings included:
Review of the facility's policy titled, Restorative Dining with a revised date of 10/2022 included: Assistive
eating devices are utensils people use when they have difficulty eating or drinking independently. These
devices are typically used for people with disabilities or people that have low dexterity. The device is placed
on each tray or table setting and is available for the resident to use when eating.
Record of Resident #17's clinical records revealed the resident was originally admitted to the facility on
[DATE] with the most recent readmission date of 10/05/2022; clinical diagnoses included but not limited to
Parkinson's Disease and feeding difficulties.
Review of Section C for cognitive pattern on the Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] revealed that
Resident #17 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status of 13, which indicated that she had an intact cognitive
response. Review of Section G for functional status of the MDS revealed that Resident #17 had a bed
mobility, transfer self-support of limited assistance with support of one-person physical assist, dressing
self-performance of extensive assistance with support of one-person physical assist, eating
self-performance of supervision with support of setup help only.
Review of the Physician's Orders revealed that Resident #17 had an order dated for 10/11/2022 for patient
to use double handled sippy cup, weighted utensil, and scoop plate during meals in order to facilitate
self-feeding skills.
Review of the Care Plan for Resident #17 dated 01/17/2023 revealed a care plan with a focus on the
resident is at risk for nutritional and or hydration deficits as evidenced by: at risk for weight loss, due to fair
intake of meals and skipping meals. Goals were to meet 75-100% of nutritional and hydration needs over
the next review date. Interventions included: Assess/record nutritional status. Encourage/assist to eat as
needed. Observe meal consumption.
During an observation conducted on 02/20/2023 at 12:30 PM, Resident #17 was in the 4th floor dining
room having lunch. On her lunch tray was a scoop plate, and weighted utensils. There was no sippy cup
provided to resident with lunch tray, nor did staff offer to obtain a sippy cup for the resident.
During an interview conducted on 2/20/2022 at 12:40 PM with Resident #17 when asked about her
adaptive equipment for meals, she stated she has Parkinson's and shakes a lot, so they send me a scoop
plate and weighted utensils with each meal. She then stated they are supposed to send me a sippy cup, but
they don't always send the sippy cup. When asked how often they send the sippy cup, she said less than
50% of the time.
During an interview conducted on 02/20/2023 at 12:45 PM with Staff E Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
when asked if Resident #17 is supposed to have a sippy cup provided with her meals, she replied
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
106131
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/23/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Sierra Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
220 Sierra Drive
Miami, FL 33179
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0810
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
only if it is ordered for the resident. Staff E verified the meal ticket that revealed Adaptive Devices: Scoop
Plate, Sippy Cup, Weighted Utensils. Staff E stated that she would call the kitchen to have a sippy cup sent
up for the resident to use with her lunch.
Residents Affected - Few
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
106131
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/23/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Sierra Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
220 Sierra Drive
Miami, FL 33179
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
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 - Many
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve
food in accordance with professional standards.
Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to store, prepare, distribute,
and serve food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety as evidenced by failure to
maintain refrigeration/freezer units in proper working order, failure to properly clean and sanitize food
preparation and serving equipment, and failure to hold hot and cold foods at regulatory temperatures.
The findings included:
During the initial kitchen/food service observation tour conducted on 02/20/23 at 9:00 AM, accompanied
with the Food Service Supervisor (FSS), the following were noted:
(a) Observation of the walk-in freezer noted the entrance frame to have black organic matter and rust
laden, and the door gasket was heavily torn. The door was also noted to have a heavy build-up of ice. Upon
entering it was noted that the motor and fan were encased in ice. The motor was noted to be spraying ice
throughout the unit. Cases of unidentifiable foods were noted to be covered and encased in ice. The
surveyor requested to the FSS that foods be removed from the freezer and be located in alternate
refrigeration units and requested that a licensed refrigeration vendor assess the refrigeration issue.
(b) During the observation of the walk-in refrigerator it was noted that the internal motor unit was dripping
condensation heavily onto foods located below the motor. It was also noted that the motor was spewing
condensation onto other foods stored within the unit. Cases of foods were noted to be drenched in
condensation. The surveyor informed the FSS that the foods located within the unit were becoming
contaminated by the condensation. The surveyor requested to the FSS that foods be removed from the
freezer and be located in alternate refrigeration units and requested that a licensed refrigeration vendor
assess the refrigeration issue.
(c) Observation of reach-in #1 refrigerator noted that the interior of the unit was pitting and the motor
dripping condensation heavily. Foods located within the unit were noted to be wet with the dripping
condensation. The surveyor requested that the unit not be utilized until repairs could be made.
(d) Observation of food preparation skillets (frying pans = 9) were noted to be covered in a thick layer of
carbon. The surveyor informed the FSS that the carbon could possibly result in food contamination when
the pans a heated. The surveyor requested that the skillets/pans be discarded as soon as possible.
(e) Observation of the [brand] industrial food chopper and blender was reported by the FSS to be clean and
ready for use however, further observation noted approximately an inch of fluid in the bottom of the unit.
The surveyor informed the FSS that the unit must be turned upside down after cleaning/sanitizing and air
dried prior to next use. The surveyor requested that the unit not be used until it is properly cleaned,
sanitized, and internal dried.
(f) Observations of the kitchen noted 3 cleaning rags left on food preparation and serving surfaces. The
surveyor requested that the rags be store in a chemical sanitizing solution when not in use.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
106131
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/23/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Sierra Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
220 Sierra Drive
Miami, FL 33179
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
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 - Many
(g) A container located within the reach-in #2 refrigerator was noted to have a yellow food substance. The
container was dated 02/15/2023 and did not contain documentation of what the food was. The FSS stated
that she thought the food was pudding, however, should have been discarded with 72 hours.
(h) The utility drawer observed contained food portioning equipment. Further observation noted that the
serving spoons and scoops were placed in all directions and not placed in a sanitary manner to ensure that
staff would handle only by the handles. The surveyor requested that the serving utensils be rewashed and
sanitized and placed in the drawer in a sanitary manor.
(i) Observation revealed Staff G had three packed bags on foods. Upon further investigation it was revealed
that the 3 bags contained sandwiches for residents leaving the facility for medical appointments. The bags
were noted to contain egg salad sandwiches (2) and cheese sandwich (1) It was revealed that the
perishable sandwiches were to be transported with the residents were not in an insulated container with
commercial ice packs to ensure that the sandwiches maintained the regulatory 41 degrees F or below. Staff
G stated that the sandwiches would be transported at room temperature in a zip lock bag.
(j) Observation of the commercial slicer revealed the unit was not properly cleaned after the last use. The
unit was noted to have areas of dried food matter around the blade's exterior and base. The surveyor
requested that the unit be properly cleaned and sanitized prior to the next use.
2) During a second observation tour of the main kitchen on 02/21/2023 at 7:00 AM, accompanied with the
FSS, the following were noted:
(k) Food temperatures were taken by the Food Service Supervisor with the facility's calibrated bayonet food
thermometer. The results of the temperature testing revealed that hot foods were not being held at the
regulatory temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit (F) or higher and cold foods were not being held at the
regulatory temperature of 41 degrees F or below. The following was noted:
Waffles (40 portions) = 110 degrees F
Pancakes (40 portions) = 115 degrees F
Orange Juice (50 - 4-ounce portions) = 55 degrees F
Thickened Orange Juice (10 - 4-ounce portions) = 50 degrees F
(l) During the observation it was noted that the walk-in freezer, walk-in refrigerator, and reach in refrigerator
continues to drip condensation and spray and spew condensation and ice throughout the units.
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
106131
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/23/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Sierra Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
220 Sierra Drive
Miami, FL 33179
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
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.
During the QAPI review and interview on 02/23/23 at 10:11 AM it was revealed that the QAPI meeting is
conducted on the third Friday of the month. The risk manager is the Administrator. The QAPI members are
committee chairperson, administrator, Director of Nursing, Medical Director, Dietary, Pharmacy
representative, Social Service, Activities, Environmental representative, Infection control, Rehab, Staff
Development, Safety representative and Medical records representative.
Based on record review, observations, and interview it was determined that the facility's Quality Assurance
and Performance Improvement Activities (QAPI/QAA) failed to demonstrate effective plan of actions were
implemented to correct identified quality deficiencies in the problem area as evidenced by repeated
deficient practices for F 812- Food Procurement, Store/Prepare/Serve-Sanitary and F 908- Essential
Equipment, Safe operating condition. There were 178 residents residing in the facility at the time of this
survey.
The findings include:
Review of the facility's survey history revealed during the recertification and relicensure survey with exit
dated 10/29/2021 the facility was cited F 812 and F 908 due to the facility's failure to ensure the proper
washing of the dishes and utensils by not having an operable wash tank temperature gauge on the high
temperature dish machine. This had the potential to affect 141 out of 169 residents who eat orally residing
in the facility at the time of the survey. During this survey with exit dated 02/23/2023 the facility failed to
store, prepare, distribute, and serve food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety
as evidenced by failure to maintain the refrigeration/freezer units in proper working order, failure to properly
clean and sanitize food preparation and serving equipment, and failure to hold hot and cold foods at
regulatory temperatures. (Reference: F 812 and F 908)
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(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
106131
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
02/23/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Sierra Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
220 Sierra Drive
Miami, FL 33179
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
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
.
Residents Affected - Some
Based on observations and interviews the facility failed to maintain refrigeration/freezer units in proper
working order
The findings include:
During the initial kitchen/food service observation tour conducted on 02/20/23 at 9:00 AM, accompanied
with the Food Service Supervisor (FSS), the following were noted:
(a) Observation of the walk-in freezer noted the entrance frame to have black organic matter and rust
laden, and the door gasket was heavily torn. The door was also noted to have a heavy build-up of ice. Upon
entering it was noted that the motor and fan were encased in ice. The motor was noted to be spraying ice
throughout the unit. Cases of unidentifiable foods were noted to be covered and encased in ice. The
surveyor requested to the FSS that foods be removed from the freezer and be located in alternate
refrigeration units and requested that a licensed refrigeration vendor assess the refrigeration issue.
(b) During the observation of the walk-in refrigerator it was noted that the internal motor unit was dripping
condensation heavily onto foods located below the motor. It was also noted that the motor was spewing
condensation onto other foods stored within the unit. Cases of foods were noted to be drenched in
condensation. The surveyor informed the FSS that the foods located within the unit were becoming
contaminated by the condensation. The surveyor requested to the FSS that foods be removed from the
freezer and be located in alternate refrigeration units and requested that a licensed refrigeration vendor
assess the refrigeration issue.
(c) Observation of reach-in #1 refrigerator noted that the interior of the unit was pitting and the motor
dripping condensation heavily. Foods located within the unit were noted to be wet with the dripping
condensation. The surveyor requested that the unit not be utilized until repairs could be made.
During a second observation tour of the main kitchen on 02/21/23 at 7:00 AM, accompanied with the FSS;
it was noted that the walk-in freezer, walk-in refrigerator, and reach in refrigerator continues to drip
condensation and spray and spew condensation and ice throughout the units.
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