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95/100LIFE CARE CENTER OF ESTERO Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (ESTERO, Florida)
3850 WILLIAMS ROAD, ESTERO, Florida 33928
Phone: 2394954000
CMS Overall:5/5
Overview & Bed Count
Certified Beds
155
Avg Residents/Day
144.7
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Lee
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No
CMS Star Ratings
Overall5/5
Health4/5
Staffing5/5
Quality5/5
Nurse Staffing Check
| Metric | This Facility | Florida Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours per Resident per Day | 1.06 | 0.73 | +0.33 |
| Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day | 3.92 | 3.86 | +0.06 |
| CMS Staffing Rating | 5/5 | 3.3/5 | - |
| Nursing Staff Turnover | 17.7% | 41.5% | - |
Health Citation History
10 health citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-29 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-07-09 | Environmental Deficiencies | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-07-09 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-07-09 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-10-19 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-10-19 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | 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. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-10-19 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-10-19 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-10-19 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2021-12-09 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | 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. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
Fire Safety Citation History
9 fire safety citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-29 | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-01-29 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure gas and vacuum systems are inspected and tested as part of a maintenance program. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-01-29 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-01-29 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-01-29 | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-10-19 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of medical gas and medical vacuum systems. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-10-19 | Smoke Deficiencies | Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2021-12-09 | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2021-12-09 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
Total Penalties & Fines
$8,034
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
2
Number of Fines
2
Total Penalties
| Date | Type | Fine Amount | Payment Denial |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-07-09 | Fine | $4,017 | - |
| 2024-07-09 | Fine | $4,017 | - |
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