Inspection Reports for Winkler Court

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Deficiencies (last 5 years)

Deficiencies (over 5 years) 11.2 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

143% worse than Florida average
Florida average: 4.6 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

20 15 10 5 0
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 13 Date: Apr 24, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to resident rights, advance directives, care planning, pressure injury care, infection control, nutrition, activities, medication administration, and facility environment.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to treat residents with dignity during meal service, untimely physician signatures on DNR orders, incomplete care plans, inadequate pressure injury assessment and care, failure to complete PASRR Level II referral for a resident with serious mental illness, insufficient activity engagement, improper medication administration practices, failure to assist with vision care, infection prevention and control deficiencies including improper PPE use and catheter care, and unsafe, unclean, and poorly maintained environment.

Deficiencies (13)
Failed to treat 5 residents with respect and dignity during in-room meal tray administration; no glasses or straws provided for milk.
Failed to ensure timely physician signature on Florida DNR orders for 3 residents, risking unwanted CPR during emergencies.
Failed to update/revise comprehensive care plan related to pressure injuries for 1 resident; inadequate offloading and repositioning observed.
Failed to ensure accurate assessments for 1 resident with pressure injuries; admission assessments incomplete and wound measurements inconsistent.
Failed to complete PASRR Level II referral for 1 resident with reemergence of serious mental illness, resulting in lack of appropriate psychiatric assessment.
Failed to develop a comprehensive care plan reflective of resident's choice of code status for 1 resident.
Failed to ensure 1 resident received activities designed to meet interests and psychosocial well-being; lack of engagement and documentation.
Failed to ensure physician notification and proper training for resident's spouse administering medications; no physician order or assessment of spouse's capability.
Failed to assist 1 resident in obtaining vision care and failed to ensure glasses were in good repair; broken glasses not repaired or replaced.
Failed to provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevention for 1 resident; inadequate offloading, repositioning, and wound management observed.
Failed to implement effective infection prevention and control program for 5 residents; improper PPE use, unclean catheter care, and inconsistent dressing changes noted.
Failed to provide enough food/fluids to maintain health for 1 resident; therapeutic diet not consistently provided and resident reported hunger.
Failed to maintain a safe, clean, comfortable, and home-like environment; cracked walls, broken blinds, missing closet doors, unclean dining cabinets, and other maintenance issues observed.
Report Facts
Residents affected: 5 Residents affected: 3 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: 5 Residents affected: 1 Residents affected: Many

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff BCertified Nursing AssistantInterviewed about lack of glasses for milk during meal service
Staff GRegistered NurseDocumented resident's DNR status and care plan meeting
Staff IUnit Manager RNInterviewed about DNR care plan and wound assessments
Staff UDirector of TherapyAssisted resident with mechanical lift and discussed offloading cushion use
Staff WPhysical TherapyDiscussed offloading support for wounds
Staff XOccupational TherapyInterviewed about offloading cushion sufficiency
Staff YOccupational TherapyInterviewed about offloading cushion sufficiency
Staff ZCertified Nursing AssistantInterviewed about repositioning on offloading cushion
Staff AACertified Nursing AssistantInterviewed about repositioning on offloading cushion
Staff MRegistered Nurse Unit ManagerPerformed wound assessments and discussed wound care
Staff QRegistered Nurse SupervisorWound care observation and assessment
Staff IRegistered Nurse Unit ManagerWound assessments and interviews
Staff HLicensed Practical NurseInterviewed about resident medication administration and activity engagement
Staff CLicensed Practical NurseObserved medication administration and discussed spouse administering medications
Staff ECertified Nursing AssistantReported broken glasses and vision care issues
Staff JDieticianInterviewed about resident nutrition and diet
Staff KKitchen ManagerInterviewed about meal preparation and resident nutrition
Staff QRegistered Nurse Unit ManagerInterviewed about infection control and PPE use
Staff RCertified Nursing AssistantObserved providing catheter care without gown
Staff SCertified Nursing AssistantObserved providing catheter care without gown
Staff ACertified Nursing AssistantObserved not donning gown while assisting resident on EBP
Staff DLicensed Practical NurseInterviewed about PPE availability and compliance
Staff CInfection PreventionistDiscussed infection control program and PPE training
AdministratorAcknowledged facility environment deficiencies during walkthrough
Director of HousekeepingInterviewed about cleaning schedule and cabinet conditions
Regional Plant ManagerConfirmed building repair needs during rounds
Regional Nurse ConsultantSpoke with maintenance about broken blinds and closet doors
Assistant Director of NursingInterviewed about broken blinds and bed extender requests

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 18 Date: Apr 21, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess the safety, cleanliness, comfort, and home-like environment of the nursing home, specifically focusing on the memory care unit.

Findings
The facility failed to maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment, with multiple deficiencies observed including cracked walls, missing or broken closet doors, broken window blinds, peeling cove base, damaged floors, unsanitary dining room cabinets, and maintenance issues such as missing doorknobs and soiled privacy curtains. Staff and administration acknowledged these issues and noted ongoing maintenance and pest control concerns.

Deficiencies (18)
Cracked walls with exposed plaster above air conditioning units, walls and corners including multiple rooms, dining room, and main hallway.
Missing/broken closet doors in multiple rooms.
Foam sprayed in the bottom corner of the window near the back exit door.
Chair/bed rail missing off wall in a room.
Broken window blinds in multiple rooms.
Peeling cove base in common hallway, dining room, and rooms.
Floors of the common hallway cracked, stained, and missing pieces.
Tile missing from bathroom wall with exposed plaster in a room.
Sink in a room separated from the wall and wiggled when touched.
Dining room cabinets with ground-in dirt, half-eaten food, debris, and unsanitary conditions.
Urinal stored on handrail in shared bathroom not labeled for resident use.
Bathroom door missing doorknob, requiring fingers to open and close.
Privacy curtain separating two beds soiled with brown stains.
Broken blinds on window with several missing blinds in a room.
Chipped and cracked wall corner next to closet with molding pulling away.
Closet door missing on one side in multiple rooms.
Resident's request for a bigger bed was not fulfilled; facility lacks bed extenders.
Bifold door panel broken and removed for 3 months, exposing resident's clothing.
Report Facts
Work order number: 4399 Work order creation date: 120324 Work order completion date: 121924

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Director of HousekeepingDirector of HousekeepingAcknowledged responsibility for cleaning dining cabinets and admitted missed cleaning schedule
AdministratorAdministratorAcknowledged facility issues and ongoing pest control problems
Licensed Practical Nurse Staff CLicensed Practical NurseReported broken blinds and maintenance concerns
Assistant Director of NursingAssistant Director of Nursing (ADON)Observed broken blinds and notified about resident's bed request
Regional Nurse ConsultantRegional Nurse ConsultantSpoke with maintenance regarding broken blinds and missing closet doors
Regional Plant ManagerRegional Plant ManagerConfirmed findings of necessary building repairs
Director of NursingDirector of Nursing (DON)Commented on closet door condition

Inspection Report

Routine
Deficiencies: 2 Date: Sep 6, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to evaluate the facility's compliance with nursing competencies and medication administration practices, specifically reviewing medication orders and administration for residents.

Findings
The facility failed to ensure licensed nurses had the appropriate competencies to care for residents' medication needs and failed to administer medications according to prescribers' orders for two residents. Deficiencies included failure to properly enter and verify medication orders, lack of documentation for medication discontinuation, and medication errors involving hydrocortisone and gabapentin.

Deficiencies (2)
Failure to ensure licensed nurses have the specific competencies and skill sets to provide nursing and related services to care for residents' medication needs.
Failure to ensure residents were free from significant medication errors by not administering medications in accordance with prescribers' orders for two residents.
Report Facts
Residents reviewed for medication orders: 3 Residents affected: 2 Hydrocortisone dose: 20 Gabapentin dose: 100 Gabapentin dose corrected: 200

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff ARegistered Nurse (RN) Unit ManagerEntered hospital orders for Resident #1 and discontinued daily hydrocortisone order
Staff BRN Weekend SupervisorDid second check on Resident #2's medication order but did not identify the mistake
Staff CRN Unit ManagerFound and adjusted the medication order mistake for Resident #2 but did not notify DON
Director of Nursing (DON)Director of NursingProvided information on medication order process and acknowledged deficiencies
ARNPAdvanced Registered Nurse PractitionerOrdered one-time dose of hydrocortisone and was unaware of hospital daily steroid order
AdministratorAdministratorReviewed Resident #1's case and planned education for licensed staff

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 113 Deficiencies: 5 Date: Feb 16, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to a complaint investigation following a fall incident involving Resident #1 who fell from a full body mechanical lift during transfer on 1/22/24.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was triggered by a fall incident on 1/22/24 where Resident #1 fell from a full body mechanical lift that had a missing motor causing the legs of the base to not lock. Resident #1 sustained injuries requiring hospital transfer. The investigation found failures in lift maintenance, staff training, and safe transfer practices.
Findings
The facility failed to protect residents from neglect by not ensuring mechanical lifts were in safe operating condition, staff did not follow safety protocols during transfers, and staff responsible for lift maintenance lacked knowledge and competency. Resident #1 fell from a broken lift, sustaining injuries requiring hospital transfer. The facility used three different brands of mechanical lifts and had issues with sling sizing and lift maintenance.

Deficiencies (5)
Failure to protect residents from neglect by not ensuring full body mechanical lifts were in safe operating condition and staff did not follow safety protocols during transfers.
Failure to ensure nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent accidents related to mechanical lift use.
Failure to ensure nurses and nurse aides have appropriate competencies to safely use mechanical lifts for resident transfers.
Failure to administer the facility in a manner that uses resources effectively to ensure staff competency in inspecting, identifying, and removing unsafe resident equipment and safe transfer techniques with mechanical lifts.
Failure to keep all essential equipment working safely, including mechanical lifts with missing locking motors and lack of proper maintenance and inspection.
Report Facts
Facility census: 113 Residents transferred with mechanical lifts: 19 Residents with incorrect sling size: 13 Staff education completion percentage: 77 Staff education completion percentage: 93 Staff education completion percentage: 91

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
CNA Staff ACertified Nursing AssistantInvolved in transfer of Resident #1 during fall incident; provided statements and interviews about lift use and sling sizing
CNA Staff BCertified Nursing AssistantOperated mechanical lift during Resident #1 fall; provided statements and interviews about lift use and sling sizing
CNA Staff CCertified Nursing AssistantAssisted in transfer of Resident #1 during fall incident; provided statements and interviews about lift use and sling sizing
RN Staff KRegistered NursePresent during Resident #1 fall; provided statements and interviews about lift use and training
Maintenance DirectorMaintenance DirectorResponsible for lift maintenance; lacked training and knowledge about medical equipment; inspected lift with missing motor
AdministratorFacility AdministratorInformed of Immediate Jeopardy; responsible for facility oversight and staff hiring
Director of NursingDirector of NursingResponsible for nursing services oversight; verified lift was broken; responsible for staff supervision and education
Assistant Director of NursingAssistant Director of NursingParticipated in reenactment of transfer incident; confirmed lack of documentation of post-fall education
Unit Manager RN Staff JUnit Manager Registered NurseProvided witness statement regarding Resident #1 fall and lift tipping
CNA Staff HCertified Nursing AssistantObserved transferring Resident #20 with mechanical lift without opening legs of base
CNA Staff ICertified Nursing AssistantObserved transferring Resident #20 with mechanical lift without opening legs of base

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jul 6, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an annual survey to assess the facility's compliance with health and safety regulations.

Findings
No health deficiencies were found during the inspection.

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Deficiencies: 13 Date: Nov 3, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to assess compliance with regulatory requirements related to resident care, facility environment, infection control, medication management, staffing, and other aspects of nursing home operations.

Findings
The facility was found deficient in multiple areas including failure to provide dignified care, inadequate grievance documentation, unsafe and unsanitary environment conditions, insufficient assistance with activities of daily living, lack of meaningful activities for dementia residents, inadequate supervision to prevent falls, failure to monitor resident weights, incomplete nurse aide competency reviews, failure to post nurse staffing information daily, improper medication storage and labeling, failure to accommodate food allergies, ineffective pest control, and lapses in infection prevention practices.

Deficiencies (13)
Failed to provide care in a dignified manner by dressing a resident in a hospital gown instead of regular clothes, causing embarrassment.
Failed to document, investigate, and communicate resolution of a grievance voiced by a resident's spouse.
Failed to maintain a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment including unresolved maintenance issues and pest infestation.
Failed to provide necessary care and services to maintain personal hygiene for residents requiring assistance.
Failed to implement meaningful activity programs for residents with dementia on the Memory Care Unit.
Failed to provide appropriate supervision to prevent falls for a resident requiring two-person assist.
Failed to ensure competency and performance reviews are completed every 12 months for nursing staff.
Failed to post nurse staffing information daily as required by regulation.
Failed to secure medications in locked storage and failed to label medications properly.
Failed to accommodate resident food allergies and intolerances, specifically gluten intolerance.
Failed to store, prepare, and serve food in accordance with professional standards, including improper food storage and dish machine temperature monitoring.
Failed to ensure all staff followed infection prevention measures to prevent spread of C. difficile among residents on contact precautions.
Failed to maintain an effective pest control program and failed to provide a sanitary environment free from pests.
Report Facts
Residents reviewed for dignity: 2 Residents reviewed for grievances: 4 Residents reviewed for activities of daily living: 3 Residents reviewed for falls: 4 Residents reviewed for weight monitoring: 6 Staff sampled for competency review: 6 Days with missing nurse staffing postings: 15 Residents reviewed for medication storage: 2 Residents reviewed for food allergy accommodation: 1 Residents reviewed for infection prevention: 3 Residents affected by pest infestation: 105

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff STherapy StaffMentioned in dignity care deficiency regarding resident in hospital gown
Staff OCertified Nursing AssistantMentioned in dignity care deficiency for not offering spare clothes
Staff WLicensed Practical NurseMentioned in dignity care deficiency and weight monitoring interview
Staff NCertified Nursing AssistantMentioned in dignity care deficiency and infection control observations
Social Services DirectorInterviewed regarding grievance process and dignity care
Director of NursingInterviewed regarding dignity care, weight monitoring, staffing postings, infection control
Maintenance DirectorInterviewed regarding facility maintenance and pest control
CNA Staff CCertified Nursing AssistantMentioned in activities and infection control deficiencies
Activity DirectorInterviewed regarding activity program deficiencies
Staff TCertified Nursing AssistantMentioned in fall supervision deficiency
Staff EECertified Nursing AssistantMentioned in fall supervision and weight monitoring deficiencies
Staff BCertified Nursing AssistantMentioned in competency/performance review deficiency
Staff BBCertified Nursing AssistantMentioned in competency/performance review deficiency
Dietary Aide Staff RMentioned in food service safety deficiency
Certified Dietary ManagerInterviewed regarding food service safety and food allergy accommodation
Registered DietitianInterviewed regarding weight monitoring and food allergy accommodation
Assistant Director of NursingInterviewed regarding infection prevention and antibiotic stewardship

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 5 Date: Apr 8, 2021

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted due to complaints regarding grievances, staff treatment, and care concerns for multiple residents, including issues with grievance documentation, abuse prevention, activity provision, respiratory care, and pharmaceutical services.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation focused on grievances voiced by residents about staff treatment, delays in call light response, verbal abuse, neglect, lack of activities, improper oxygen therapy, and medication management issues. The investigation found substantiated issues with grievance documentation, abuse prevention, activity provision, respiratory care, and pharmaceutical services.
Findings
The facility failed to document and investigate resident grievances properly, did not implement abuse prevention policies effectively, lacked meaningful activity programs for residents with cognitive impairments, failed to provide oxygen therapy according to physician orders for some residents, and had unsecured medication carts and issues with controlled substance management.

Deficiencies (5)
Failed to document description of grievances, investigation, and prompt interventions for 4 residents who voiced grievances.
Failed to implement abuse prevention policies and procedures and document thorough investigation of resident complaints of staff treatment for 4 residents.
Failed to provide meaningful and empowerment activity programs to meet assessed needs of 8 residents with emotional and psychological needs.
Failed to provide oxygen therapy in accordance with physician orders for 2 residents, including malfunctioning oxygen concentrator and improper oxygen delivery.
Failed to ensure timely access to locked emergency-controlled substance medications, failed to audit and reconcile disposition of discharged controlled substances, and failed to ensure secured and locked medication carts.
Report Facts
Disciplinary actions: 3 Disciplinary actions: 7 Oxygen liters per minute: 2 Oxygen liters per minute: 3 Oxygen liters per minute: 2.5 Controlled substance medication issue: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Staff SRisk ManagerMentioned in relation to grievance investigation and reporting
Staff OCertified Nursing AssistantNamed in multiple disciplinary actions and resident complaints about poor customer service
Staff QCertified Nursing AssistantNamed in multiple disciplinary actions and resident complaints about poor customer service
Staff RCertified Nursing AssistantInvolved in resident interaction with behavioral issues
Staff IUnit ManagerInterviewed regarding resident behavior and grievance follow-up
Staff ACertified Nursing AssistantInterviewed regarding oxygen therapy management for Resident #24
Staff BLicensed Practical NurseObserved malfunctioning oxygen concentrator and replaced it for Resident #24
Staff CUnit Manager Registered NurseConfirmed oxygen concentrator settings for Resident #60 and medication cart security
Staff ECertified Nursing AssistantInterviewed about activity provision on Memory Care Unit
Staff GCertified Nursing AssistantObserved not interacting with residents during activity time
Staff HLicensed Practical NurseAttempted to open locked medication box
Staff JRegistered NurseAttempted to open locked medication box and returned with key
Staff KLicensed Practical NurseAttempted to open locked medication box
Staff LLicensed Practical NurseReported maintenance changed medication box lock

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