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Buena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center

Nursing HomeBrooklyn, NYCMS 335826
26 citations on record

From CMS

Facility profile

CMS overall rating
5 / 5

*CMS Five-Star

Certified beds
240

*CMS

Avg. residents per day
227.6

*CMS

Inspection record

On record from CMS

Citations on record
26

*CMS

Inspections on file
8

*CMS

Last inspection
2024-04-02

*CMS

Citations

26 citations on record

Each deficiency cited on a CMS health inspection of this facility, sourced from the federal record. Open a report for the raw CMS Scope and Severity grade on each finding.

What do CMS severity letters mean?

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

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

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

  • 0693Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

  • 0609Generalpotential for harm

    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

  • 0006Generalno actual harm

    Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

  • 0374Generalpotential for harm

    Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

  • 0912Generalpotential for harm

    Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.

  • 0915Generalpotential for harm

    Have proper power supply for life support equipment.

  • 0918Generalpotential for harm

    Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

  • 0656Generalpotential for harm

    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

  • 0161Generalpotential for harm

    Use approved construction type or materials.

  • 0753Generalpotential for harm

    Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

  • 0932Generalpotential for harm

    Meet other general requirements.

  • 0656Generalpotential for harm

    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

  • 0761Generalpotential for harm

    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.

  • 0880Generalpotential for harm

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

  • 0026Generalno actual harm

    Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.

  • 0006Generalno actual harm

    Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

  • 0637Generalpotential for harm

    Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

  • 0550Generalpotential for harm

    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

  • 0757Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

  • 0758Generalpotential for harm

    Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

  • 0880Generalpotential for harm

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

  • 0004Generalno actual harm

    Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

  • 0024Generalno actual harm

    Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.

  • 0223Generalpotential for harm

    Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

  • 0351Generalpotential for harm

    Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

  • 0923Generalpotential for harm

    Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

FAQ

Questions and answers

What is Buena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center?
Buena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center is a Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Brooklyn, NY, tracked by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Its CMS Certification Number (CCN) is 335826.
What is the CMS rating for Buena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center?
Buena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center has a CMS overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. CMS rates nursing homes on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
How many beds does Buena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center have?
Buena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center is certified for 240 beds. It serves an average of 227.6 residents per day.
How many citations does Buena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center have?
Buena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center has 26 citations on record from CMS health inspections, each tied to a federal deficiency tag.
When was Buena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center last inspected?
Buena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center was last inspected on April 2, 2024. CMS surveys nursing homes about once a year and after complaints.
What can I do if I have concerns about care at this facility?
Start by raising the concern with the facility administrator or director of nursing. Every state also runs a free long-term care ombudsman program that advocates for residents and families; the federal Eldercare Locator at eldercare.acl.gov can connect you with yours. Complaints about quality of care can also be filed with your state survey agency.

*Sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). See the official record on CMS Care Compare. If you believe any information is inaccurate, report it here.

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