SUNNYVIEW NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER in BUTLER, PA was fined $30,011 by CMS following 90 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

SUNNYVIEW NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER (BUTLER, PA) — $30,011 in CMS Fines

Outcome: SUNNYVIEW NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER in BUTLER, PA was fined $30,011 by CMS following 90 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

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


• Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.


• 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.


• Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.


• Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.


• Protect a residents' right to refuse some types of non-requested transfers within the nursing home.


• Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.


• Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.