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LA VIDA SERENA NURSING AND REHABILITATION Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (DEL RIO, Texas)

711 KINGS WAY, DEL RIO, Texas 78840

Phone: 8307740698

CMS Overall:3/5

Overview & Bed Count

Certified Beds
120
Avg Residents/Day
74
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Val Verde
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Citation
No

CMS Star Ratings

Overall3/5
Health4/5
Staffing1/5
Quality3/5

Nurse Staffing Check

MetricThis FacilityTexas AvgDifference
RN Hours per Resident per Day0.340.44-0.10
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day3.053.42-0.37
CMS Staffing Rating1/51.9/5-
Nursing Staff Turnover49.1%50.8%-

Health Citation History

18 health citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2025-12-12Resident Rights DeficienciesHonor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-12-12Administration DeficienciesHave a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-12-12Environmental DeficienciesMake sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-12-12Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-12-12Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-12-12Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-05-08Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.G – Actual Harm
2025-05-08Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G – Actual Harm
2025-05-08Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-09-19Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-09-19Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-07-11Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-07-11Nursing and Physician Services DeficienciesPost nurse staffing information every day.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2023-08-16Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-16Environmental DeficienciesMake sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-16Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-16Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-16Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesEnsure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.D – Moderate Harm Potential

Fire Safety Citation History

14 fire safety citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2025-12-12Smoke DeficienciesProvide properly protected cooking facilities.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-12-12Smoke DeficienciesHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-12-12Miscellaneous DeficienciesHave simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-12-12Smoke DeficienciesEnsure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-12-12Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-12-12Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave proper medical gas storage and administration areas.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-12-12Smoke DeficienciesInstall an approved automatic sprinkler system.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-09-19Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-09-19Smoke DeficienciesEnsure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-09-19Smoke DeficienciesInstall smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-09-19Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-16Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave proper medical gas storage and administration areas.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-16Smoke DeficienciesProvide properly protected cooking facilities.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-16Services DeficienciesHave properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.D – Moderate Harm Potential

Total Penalties & Fines

$8,404
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
1
Number of Fines
1
Total Penalties
DateTypeFine AmountPayment Denial
2025-05-08Fine$8,404-
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