EAST RIDGE RETIREMENT VILLAGE INC in CUTLER BAY, FL was fined $8,788 by CMS following 14 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

EAST RIDGE RETIREMENT VILLAGE INC (CUTLER BAY, FL) — $8,788 in CMS Fines

Outcome: EAST RIDGE RETIREMENT VILLAGE INC in CUTLER BAY, FL was fined $8,788 by CMS following 14 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

• Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.


• 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.


• Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.


• Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.


• Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.


• PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities


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


• Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.