Sierra Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
220 Sierra Drive · Miami, FL · 33179 · 3056538427
180 certified beds For profit - Individual Chain: Ventura Services
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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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
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.89 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.97 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.60 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 16% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (27 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected February 14, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2026
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 14, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 15, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 14, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2026
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected February 14, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E January 15, 2026
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 February 14, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E January 15, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 14, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2026
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected February 14, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E January 15, 2026
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected February 14, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected August 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected August 18, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected August 18, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 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 August 18, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 18, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected August 18, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · F July 18, 2024
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected August 18, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D October 3, 2023 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected November 3, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 3, 2023 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected November 3, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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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 April 6, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 23, 2023
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected April 6, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 23, 2023
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 April 6, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E February 23, 2023
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected April 6, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E February 23, 2023
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected April 6, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E February 23, 2023
Ensure 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.
Corrected April 6, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 23, 2023
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Corrected April 6, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F February 23, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 6, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 106131 · certified since November 13, 2019. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.