Aviata at Saint Lucie
611 S 13th St · Fort Pierce, FL · 34950 · 7724645262
171 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Aviata Health Group
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
3 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
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.
$55,322 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
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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: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.90 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.92 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.66 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 29% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $65,361 |
Inspection citations (64 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 14, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 14, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 14, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected May 14, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected August 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected April 20, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected April 20, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected April 20, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected April 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected April 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected April 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected April 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected April 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
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 April 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected April 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected April 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected April 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected April 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected April 20, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected April 20, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected April 20, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected April 20, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 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 April 20, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected April 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| November 1, 2024 | Fine | $55,322 |
| April 10, 2024 | Fine | $10,039 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 105257 · certified since September 9, 1972. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.