Aventura at Creekside
45 North Scott Street · Carbondale, PA · 18407 · 5702821099
81 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Aventura Health Group
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $136,785 in fines in the last 24 months.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
$136,785 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
61% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.70 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.69 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.27 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 61% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $136,785 |
Inspection citations (73 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 3, 2026
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E April 3, 2026
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 3, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 3, 2026
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 3, 2026
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 3, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 3, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 3, 2026
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 3, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 3, 2026
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 3, 2026
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 3, 2026
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected April 28, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Immediate jeopardy · L August 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Environmental
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Immediate jeopardy · J July 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025
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.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F July 31, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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No harm found · B July 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Corrected June 4, 2025 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 31, 2025 | Fine | $136,785 |
| March 13, 2024 | Payment Denial | 61 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 395984 · certified since April 26, 1996. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.