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The next survey window likely opens around December 2026
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Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Life Care Center Of Estero during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
Improper Refrigerated Food Storage: Surveyors observed an undated bag of cantaloupe and sliced bacon stored in an opened cardboard box without a sealed container in the walk-in refrigerator. The DFS verified the storage issues, and the facility policy requires food to be stored in sanitary, labeled containers with tight-fitting lids.
The facility failed to maintain an effective pest control program, with residents and staff reporting frequent sightings of roaches and flies in rooms and the kitchen. Despite a policy for frequent treatment, the pest control company visits only twice a month, and staff rely on reporting issues for action. Observations revealed insects in the kitchen, and the use of a cleaning product for drains was inadequately documented.
A facility failed to document an appropriate discharge for a resident who was not allowed to return after a hospital stay. The resident, diagnosed with dementia and severe dehydration, was initially accepted back by the facility but later denied re-entry, citing care needs exceeding capacity. The facility did not provide a discharge notice to the resident or their representative, and the resident's family was not informed of the decision. The facility lacked documentation justifying the discharge or attempts to meet the resident's needs.
A resident with dementia was not allowed to return to the LTC facility after hospitalization for dehydration, despite initial acceptance. The facility later cited care needs exceeding capacity as the reason. The resident's daughter was not informed directly and had to find alternative care, incurring significant costs.
Improper Refrigerated Food Storage
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure proper storage of refrigerated food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety. During observation of the walk-in refrigerator, surveyors found an undated bag of cantaloupe and a box of sliced bacon stored in an opened cardboard box without appropriate covering or containment. The bacon was exposed to air and was not stored in a sealed container. During the observation, the Director of Food Service verified that the bacon was not stored in a sealed container and that the bag of cantaloupe was undated. The facility policy for Food Safety states that food is to be stored and maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner, and that pre-packaged food is to be placed in a leak-proof, pest-proof, non-absorbent, sanitary container with a tight-fitting lid and labeled with the contents and date when transferred.
Ineffective Pest Control Program in Facility
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Summary
The facility failed to maintain an effective pest control program, as evidenced by multiple observations and interviews with residents and staff. Residents reported seeing roaches and other bugs in their rooms, with one resident keeping insect killer in their room due to frequent sightings. Staff, including a CNA and an LPN, confirmed the presence of flies and roaches in both resident rooms and the kitchen area. During a tour of the kitchen, several small black flying insects were observed around the sink areas, and a bucket coated with an oily substance was found to attract these insects. The kitchen doors were reportedly left open frequently, allowing pests to enter from the dining room. The facility's pest control policy, revised in June 2024, mandates frequent treatment to keep the environment free of pests. However, the pest control company only visits twice a month, and the maintenance director relies on staff to report issues before taking action. The pest control technician advised the use of a specific cleaning product to maintain clean drains, which attract flies if not properly maintained. Despite training dietary staff on using this product, there was no documentation of the education provided. The commercial services agreement with the pest control company indicated a fly control program was in place, but the persistent presence of pests suggests the measures were insufficient.
Inadequate Documentation for Facility-Initiated Discharge
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Summary
The facility failed to provide appropriate documentation for a facility-initiated discharge of a resident who was not permitted to return after a hospital stay. The resident, who had been admitted with diagnoses including dementia and cognitive communication deficit, was transferred to a hospital after being found unconscious. The hospital diagnosed the resident with severe dehydration and planned for the resident to return to the skilled nursing facility (SNF) upon discharge. However, the facility later informed the hospital that they would not accept the resident back, citing that the care needs exceeded their current capacity. The facility did not provide a Nursing Home Transfer and Discharge Notice to the resident or their representative when the decision was made not to allow the resident to return. The facility's Admission and Business/Development Director confirmed there was no additional documentation justifying the decision. The resident's daughter expressed confusion and concern over the facility's decision, as she was not contacted by the facility to explain the situation. The clinical record lacked documentation of the specific care needs that exceeded the facility's capacity or any attempts by the facility to meet the resident's needs.
Facility Fails to Readmit Resident After Hospitalization
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to allow a resident to return after a hospital transfer, violating the bed-hold policy. The resident, who had dementia and required significant assistance with daily activities, was admitted to the hospital for severe dehydration. The hospital's case manager coordinated with the resident's daughter for discharge back to the facility, but the facility later refused to accept the resident, citing that the care needs exceeded their current capacity. This decision was made despite initial communication indicating willingness to accept the resident back. The resident's daughter was not informed directly by the facility about the refusal and had to arrange alternative care at an assisted living facility, incurring significant personal expenses. The facility's documentation lacked justification for the decision not to readmit the resident, and communication with the family was inadequate. The facility's staff mentioned that the resident's daughter expressed concerns about her father's hydration needs, which may have influenced the decision not to readmit him.
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