Aviata at Sarasota
1507 S Tuttle Ave · Sarasota, FL · 34239 · 9413660336
120 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Aviata Health Group
Why this verdict
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
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Red flags
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.
60% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
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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 | 3.51 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.40 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.24 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 60% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 5 · $18,901 |
Inspection citations (36 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected February 10, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected February 10, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Actual harm · G December 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2024
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected January 11, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2024
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 January 11, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2024
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected January 11, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected January 11, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2024
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected January 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2024
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected January 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2024
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected January 11, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2024
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 January 11, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2024
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected January 11, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E December 12, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected January 11, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E December 12, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected January 11, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E December 12, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected January 11, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 18, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected October 18, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 23, 2023
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 23, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 23, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected May 31, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 23, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected May 31, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E March 23, 2023
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected April 23, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 23, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 23, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 23, 2023
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 April 23, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 23, 2023
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected April 23, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F March 23, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 31, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| December 11, 2023 | Fine | $9,440 |
| October 17, 2023 | Fine | $2,470 |
| October 10, 2023 | Fine | $2,098 |
| October 2, 2023 | Fine | $1,748 |
| September 11, 2023 | Fine | $3,145 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 106032 · certified since February 1, 2001. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.