Above average — CMS composite of the measures below.
Past the typical resurvey interval — a standard survey could occur at any time
Estimate from public CMS data, current as of August 2026. Survey timing is at the state agency's discretion.
Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Sun Terrace Health Care Center during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
The facility failed to ensure food was safely stored, covered, labeled, or discarded in various areas including the kitchen, walk-in cooler, walk-in freezer, reach-in freezer, and stock room. Observations revealed improper thawing of raw chicken, unlabeled meat products, thawed health shakes, and exposed food items. The Dietary Manager confirmed these findings and acknowledged the discrepancies with facility policies.
A resident's PICC line dressing was observed to be peeling off and dated beyond the recommended change interval. Staff interviews confirmed that the dressing should have been changed within 24 hours due to the use of gauze, which is against the facility's policy. The physician's order and facility policy were not followed, leading to a deficiency in care.
The facility failed to document required PICC line measurements for a resident, despite taking the measurements. The deficiency was confirmed through staff interviews and a review of the resident's medical records.
The facility failed to ensure staff used proper PPE and performed hand hygiene between residents during meal tray delivery. A CNA did not wear a gown and gloves while assisting a resident on Enhanced Barrier Precautions and did not perform hand hygiene between interactions with multiple residents.
Improper Food Storage and Labeling
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure food was safely stored, covered, labeled, or discarded in various areas including the kitchen, walk-in cooler, walk-in freezer, reach-in freezer, and stock room. During a walk-through tour with the Dietary Manager (DM), it was observed that raw chicken was thawing improperly, meat products were not labeled or dated, health shakes were thawed instead of being kept frozen, and pesto containers were not labeled. Additionally, food products in the walk-in and reach-in freezers were found open and exposed. The DM confirmed these observations and acknowledged that the food items were not stored according to policy. Further observations during a follow-up kitchen tour revealed additional issues such as an uncovered container with a white powdery substance, an exposed pan with a white substance, an opened container of dry instant mashed potatoes, and a chemical spray bottle stored near food products. Glass plates and bowls were not stored inverted or covered, and outdated bread packages were found. The DM confirmed these findings and identified the substances and improper storage practices. The facility's policies on thawing, food storage, and chemical storage were reviewed, highlighting the discrepancies between the observed practices and the established procedures.
Failure to Properly Maintain PICC Line Dressing
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure that Resident #104 received proper care and services for their PICC (Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter) access device in accordance with professional standards of practice. During observations on 6/3/2024 and 6/4/2024, it was noted that the transparent dressing over the gauze securing the PICC line was peeling off and dated 5/28/2024. Resident #104 could not recall the exact date of the last dressing change but mentioned that it was typically changed once a week. The physician's order dated 5/14/2024 specified that the dressing should be changed weekly and as needed, with measurements of the line length and arm circumference documented weekly. However, these measurements were left blank in the records reviewed. Interviews with staff revealed that the dressing should have been changed within 24 hours due to the use of gauze under the transparent dressing, which is against the facility's policy. Staff A, an LPN, and Staff B, an RN Unit Manager, both confirmed that the dressing should have been changed sooner and that gauze should not be used under the transparent dressing. The Director of Nursing reiterated that gauze should not be used and that the dressing should be changed within 24 hours if gauze is present. The facility's policy, last approved on 2/22/2024, also stated that dressings should be changed at specified intervals to prevent catheter-related infections, with gauze dressings requiring a change every 48 hours if used.
Failure to Document PICC Line Measurements
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure that medical records were complete and accurate for a resident with a Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) line. Specifically, the physician's order required weekly measurements of the PICC line length and arm circumference, as well as documentation of these measurements. However, a review of the Medication Administration Record (MAR) for May and June 2024 revealed that these measurements were not documented on four separate occasions. Interviews with the Director of Nursing and two Registered Nurses confirmed that while the measurements were taken, they were not recorded in the resident's medical records. The deficiency was identified during a review of Resident #104's medical records and confirmed through staff interviews. The Director of Nursing acknowledged that the facility's policy required documentation of PICC line measurements and dressing changes. Despite this, the nurses responsible for the resident's care admitted to not documenting the required measurements. The facility's policy on catheter insertion and care also emphasized the importance of recording any complications and interventions in the resident's medical record, which was not adhered to in this case.
Failure to Use Proper PPE and Perform Hand Hygiene
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure staff used proper PPE while providing high-contact care for a resident on Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP) and did not perform hand hygiene between residents during meal tray delivery. Specifically, a CNA did not wear a gown and gloves while assisting a resident with toileting and personal care, and failed to perform hand hygiene after removing gloves. The CNA also did not perform hand hygiene between delivering meal trays and assisting multiple residents, including those on EBP. During observations, the CNA was seen assisting a resident on EBP without wearing a gown and only wearing gloves. The CNA did not perform hand hygiene after removing the gloves and continued to assist the resident with meal setup without proper PPE. The CNA then proceeded to deliver meal trays to other residents without performing hand hygiene between each interaction, including touching residents and adjusting their positions. Interviews with the CNA and the Director of Nursing confirmed that the staff did not follow the facility's policies on hand hygiene and PPE use. The facility's policies require staff to perform hand hygiene between resident contacts and to wear gowns and gloves for high-contact activities with residents on EBP. The CNA acknowledged the failure to follow these protocols, and the DON confirmed the expectations for hand hygiene and PPE use were not met.
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