F 0689
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to
prevent accidents.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observations, record review and interviews, the facility failed to provide an environment free from accidents
for Resident #24, as evidenced by, observations of electric and hand razors on the Resident # 24's
nightstand. There were 98 residents residing in the facility at the time of the survey.
The findings included:
During an observation on 01/29/25 at 09:08 AM Resident #24 was observed watching television. An electric
and a disposable razor was noted on the resident's nightstand (Photo evidence).
During an observation on 01/30/25 at 08:56 AM, Resident #24 was observed eating breakfast. The razors
were still on the nightstand at the resident's bedside.
Review of Resident #24's medical records revealed the resident was admitted on [DATE]. Clinical
diagnoses include but not limited to: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
and Type two Diabetes.
Review of the Physician's Orders Sheet (POS) revealed Resident #24 has no orders associated with the
use of razors for activities of daily living.
Record review of Resident #24 's Significant Change Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] revealed:
Section C for Cognitive Patterns documented Brief Interview for Mental Status Score 15, on a 0-15 scale
indicating the resident is cognitively intact Section GG for Functional Abilities documented moderate
assistance for care is required.
Record review of Resident #24's Care Plans revealed the Resident's activities of daily living (ADL) is
self-care performance deficit and impaired mobility.
Interventions include- Requires assistance as required by one staff with eating. Requires assistance as
required by one staff with dressing. Requires assistance as required by one staff with oral hygiene.
Interview on 01/30/25 at 12:42 PM, the Director of Nursing (DON) stated the razors should be kept by the
staff at all times. The resident prefer to shave himself. The Resident's son brought him his own personal
electronic razor because he is on anticoagulants and at risk for bleeding and had education about shaving
safety and where the razor should be stored.
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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.
LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER
REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE
TITLE
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
686125
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/30/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Lilac at Silver Palms
14601 NE 16th St
North Miami, FL 33161
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 0689
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Interview on 01/30/25 at 01:13 PM, Staff C, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) revealed the razors are kept
in the supply room. Resident #24 shaves independently and she does rounds to check on him to make sure
he is finished; if she sees razors on the nightstand or in an open dresser she would take it and put it away
and the resident will ask for it when he needs it. The resident has never had a shaving incident since she
has worked with him.
Residents Affected - Few
Review of the facility policy and procedure regarding safe and homelike environment 04/2023, states the
facility will provide a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, allowing the resident to use his or
her personal belongings to the extent possible. This includes ensuring that the resident can receive care
and services safely and that the physical layout of the facility maximizes resident independence and does
not pose a safety risk.
Review of the facility policy and procedure regarding Incidents and Accidents 03/2023, states it is the policy
in this facility for staff to report, investigate, and review any accidents or incidents that occur or allegedly
occur, on facility property and may involve or allegedly involve a resident and to ensure residents receive
adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
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AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
686125
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/30/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Lilac at Silver Palms
14601 NE 16th St
North Miami, FL 33161
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0695
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care 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, record review and interviews, the facility failed to ensure oxygen therapy was being received
as prescribed for one Resident (Resident #27) out of 25 sampled residents. As evidenced by, during several
observations, Resident #27's oxygen was being administered via nasal cannula at the incorrect rate. There
were 98 residents residing at the facility at the time of the survey.
Residents Affected - Few
The findings included:
On 01/27/25 at 07:44 AM Resident # 27 was asleep in bed; Oxygen (02) via Nasal cannula (NC) noted
running at 2 liters per minute (LPM).
On 01/28/25 at 07:35 AM Resident #27 was in bed asleep, 02 running at 2 LPM via NC.
On 01/29/25 at 07:54 AM resident in bed awake, 02 running at 2 LPM via NC, no distress noted.
Review of Resident # 27's medical records revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE].
Clinical diagnoses include but not limited to: Respiratory disorders in diseases classified elsewhere,
Respiratory failure, unspecified with hypoxia.
Review of the Physician's Orders Sheet for January 2025 revealed Resident #27 had orders that included
but not limited to: O2 at 3 liters a minute via nasal cannula continuously every shift for Respiratory Failure.
Review of Resident #27 's Significant Change Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] revealed: Section C
for Cognitive Patterns documented Brief Interview for Mental Status Score 10, on a 0-15 scale indicating
the resident is moderately impaired cognitively. Section GG for Functional status indicated the resident is
dependent for activity of daily living (ADLs). Section O for Special Treatments revealed Resident #27 is
receiving oxygen therapy.
Review of Resident #27 's Care Plans Reference Date 11/27/24 revealed: resident is at risk for respiratory
complications related to: obstructive sleep apnea, respiratory failure. Date Initiated: 03/09/2023 Revision on:
12/01/2024. Resident will be free of signs/symptoms of respiratory distress and maintain optimal
functioning within limitations imposed by disease process through review date. Interventions
Included-Educate resident and or health care decision maker on respiratory health. Educate resident in
energy conservation techniques and pursed lip breathing. Encourage resident to express feelings of fear
and anxiety and provide verbal and nonverbal support. Medicate as ordered and monitor for effectiveness
and observe for signs and symptoms of side effects. Observe for increased wheezing and or lower activity
tolerance and report to Physician (MD) as indicated. Observe respiratory rate, signs and symptoms of
dyspnea, use of accessory muscles indicating respiratory distress and report to MD as indicated. Obtain
labs as ordered and report to MD as indicated. Provide respiratory treatment as ordered and monitor
effectiveness.
Interview and observation on 01/29/25 at 09:40 AM; Registered Nurse (Staff A) stated: I check the
resident's oxygen orders in the computer system and then during my rounds, I check to make sure the
orders match what the resident is receiving. The surveyor and Staff A checked the resident's oxygen
concentrator together in the resident's room. The oxygen level on the concentrator was infusing at 2 LPM
and acknowledged_ the orders for the resident's oxygen is 3 LPM via NC.
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Department of Health & Human Services
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
686125
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/30/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Lilac at Silver Palms
14601 NE 16th St
North Miami, FL 33161
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 0695
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Interview on 01/30/25 at 10:17 AM; the Director of Nursing (DON) revealed the nurses have been
in-serviced regarding checking their assigned resident's oxygen orders during their shifts, also at the
beginning and the end of their shift.
Review of the facility's policy and procedure titled Oxygen Administration revision date 05/04/2022 states:
Oxygen is administered to residents who need it, consistent with professional standards of practice, the
comprehensive person-centered care plans, and the resident's goals and preferences.
Policy Explanation and Compliance Guidelines:
1. Oxygen is administered under the orders of a physician, except in the case of an emergency.
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
686125
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/30/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Lilac at Silver Palms
14601 NE 16th St
North Miami, FL 33161
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 0761
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted
professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately
locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure the proper rotation of Dietary Medication
supplements. As evidenced by, during observation of first floor's Medication Storage Room, two nutritional
supplements were found to be expired. There were 98 residents residing in the facility at the time of the
survey.
The findings included:
On [DATE] at 11:13 AM, During Medication Storage Room observation with Registered Nurse (Staff A), two
Vanilla Nutritional Drinks were found in the 1st floor medication storage room with an expiration date of
[DATE].
Interview on [DATE] at 12:13 PM, Registered Nurse (Staff A) stated: these supplements are used for
residents during medication administration as prescribed, particularly residents who do not want their
medications with water. The nurses and the nursing supervisors check the medication storage rooms daily
and on each shift.
Interview on [DATE] at 10:27 AM, the Director of nursing (DON) stated: Nurses are responsible for checking
the medication storage room daily on their shifts. In addition, the central supply clerk and the nursing
supervisors will be checking the medication storage rooms on Mondays and Fridays.
Review of the facility policy titled Medication Storage revision date [DATE] states: It is the policy of this
facility to ensure all medications housed on our premises will be stored in the pharmacy and/or medication
rooms according to the manufacturer's recommendations and sufficient to ensure proper sanitation,
temperature, light, ventilation, moisture control, segregation, and security.
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No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services
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STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
686125
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
01/30/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Lilac at Silver Palms
14601 NE 16th St
North Miami, FL 33161
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 0880
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on Observation and interview, the facility failed to implement infection control standards and
procedures related to Soiled Utility Rooms. As evidenced by during focused observations the three Soiled
Utility rooms in the facility were found to be unlocked. There were 98 residents residing in the facility at the
time of the survey.
Residents Affected - Some
The findings included:
On 01/28/25 at 10:09 AM Focus tour with the surveyor and Registered Nurse Infection Control Preventionist
-The two soiled utility rooms on the second floor and the soiled utility room on the first floor were observed
to be unlocked. Infection preventionist stated the soiled utility rooms are unlocked during the day.
Interview on 01/28/25 at 10:24 AM Licensed Practical Nurse Supervisor, first floor (Staff B), stated herself
and the nurses on the first floor have the keys to the soiled utility room, the door is supposed to always
remain locked and if staff needs to enter the soiled utility room, they have to ask the nurses or her to unlock
the soiled utility room.
Interview on 01/30/25 at 07:45 AM Director of Nursing (DON) stated keyed entry locks have been installed
on the 3 soiled utility room doors by the maintenance director as of 1/29/24. Staff have been educated and
given the code for entry to the soiled utility rooms.
Review of the facility policy titled Infection Prevention and Control Program revision date 01/15/2025 states:
This facility has established and maintains an infection prevention and control program designed to provide
a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment and to help prevent the development and transmission of
communicable diseases and infections as per accepted national standards and guidelines.
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