Aviata at the Sea - Harbor Beach

1615 Miami Rd · Fort Lauderdale, FL · 33316 · 9545235673

59 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Aviata Health Group

Why this verdict

  • Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
  • No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.

The composite number cleared 75 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.

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Red flags

No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.

Score breakdown

Inspection record 30% of score 53
Serious harm & abuse 20% 100
Staffing 20% 72
Federal penalties 15% 100
Trend 10% 45
Context 5% 100

Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.

CMS ratings & staffing

Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5

Total nurse hours / resident-day3.343.48 min · 4.1 strong
RN hours / resident-day0.770.55–0.75
Weekend hours / resident-day3.08≈ weekday level
Nursing turnover / year28%median 45%
Fines (3-yr window)none

Inspection citations (32 in the current record)

  • Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025

    Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Corrected October 24, 2025 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025

    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Corrected October 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025

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

    Corrected October 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025

    Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Corrected October 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025

    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.

    Corrected October 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025

    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Corrected October 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025

    Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Corrected October 24, 2025 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · D September 11, 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 October 24, 2025 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025

    Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

    Corrected October 24, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025

    Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

    Corrected October 24, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · F September 11, 2025

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

    Corrected October 24, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025

    Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

    Corrected October 24, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Corrected October 24, 2025 · Infection Control

  • Potential for harm · D December 3, 2024 · found via complaint

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

    Corrected January 2, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D May 9, 2024

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

    Corrected June 9, 2024 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · E May 9, 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 June 9, 2024 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D May 9, 2024

    Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Corrected June 9, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  • Potential for harm · D May 9, 2024

    Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

    Corrected June 9, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D May 9, 2024

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

    Corrected June 9, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D May 9, 2024

    Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

    Corrected June 9, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D May 9, 2024

    Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.

    Corrected June 9, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services

  • Potential for harm · D May 9, 2024

    Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.

    Corrected June 9, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services

  • Potential for harm · D May 9, 2024

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

    Corrected June 9, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · D February 23, 2023

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

    Corrected March 23, 2023 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · E February 23, 2023

    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 March 23, 2023 · Resident Rights

Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.

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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 105578 · certified since May 28, 1986. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.