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Nursing & Rehabilitation Center of Melbourne

Skilled nursing facility and nursing facility

3033 Sarno Rd
Melbourne, FL 32934

Report Date
Nov 1, 2026
Data Through
Oct 1, 2026
Report ID
VR-FL-105861-2611
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Provider Category
Nursing home
Location
Melbourne, FL
Record Period
2022–2026
Source Documents
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01

The Essentials

Summary

Across 6 inspections from February 2022 to August 2026, state surveyors documented 45 findings at Nursing & Rehabilitation Center of Melbourne; 45 have a recorded correction; CMS lists 1 enforcement action in the window.

Inspections
6
2022–2026, complaint and standard
Findings
45
Deficiencies cited by state inspectors
Corrected
45
Of 45 findings, with a recorded correction date
Penalties
1
1 fine; payment not published

Findings by Year

  • Findings
  • Of which, actual harm (level G or above)
2022: 11 findings across 1 inspection1120221 inspection2023: 17 findings across 1 inspection1720231 inspection2024: 0 findings across 0 inspections020240 inspections2025: 12 findings across 2 inspections1220252 inspections2026: 5 findings across 2 inspections52026*2 inspections2022: 11 findings across 1 inspection1120221 insp.2023: 17 findings across 1 inspection1720231 insp.2024: 0 findings across 0 inspections020240 insp.2025: 12 findings across 2 inspections1220252 insp.2026: 5 findings across 2 inspections52026*2 insp.

* Partial year, through October 1, 2026.

Findings by year
YearInspectionsFindingsOf which, actual harm (level G or above)
20221110
20231170
2024000
20252120
2026250

What the Record Shows

  • 45 of 45 findings have a recorded correction date.
  • CMS lists 1 enforcement action in the window: 1 fine of $6,949, its payment not published.
  • 3 visits in this window included a complaint investigation. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.
  • The latest standard inspection, November 20, 2025, recorded 10 findings (most serious: Level F).
02

Chronology

Inspection History

Every inspection in the record window, newest first. A finding is a deficiency an inspector cited. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.

  1. 2026

    Complaint investigation

    4 findings

    • F559Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 12, 2026
    • F585Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 12, 2026
    • F761Ensure 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 12, 2026
    • F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 12, 2026

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  2. 2026

    Complaint investigation

    1 finding

    • F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 17, 2026

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  3. 2025

    Standard health inspection

    10 findings

    • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 20, 2025
    • F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 20, 2025
    • F835Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 20, 2025
    • F867Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 20, 2025
    • F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 20, 2025
    • F646Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 20, 2025
    • F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 20, 2025
    • F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 20, 2025
    • F694Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 20, 2025
    • F699Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 20, 2025

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  4. 2025

    Complaint investigation

    2 findings

    • F585Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 6, 2025
    • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 6, 2025

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  5. 2023

    Standard health inspection

    17 findings

    • F565Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 30, 2023
    • F582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 30, 2023
    • F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 30, 2023
    • F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 30, 2023
    • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 30, 2023
    • F867Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 30, 2023
    • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 30, 2023
    • F561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 30, 2023
    • F578Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 30, 2023
    • F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 30, 2023
    • F644Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 30, 2023
    • F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 30, 2023
    • F685Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 30, 2023
    • F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 30, 2023
    • F761Ensure 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 30, 2023
    • F791Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 30, 2023
    • F810Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 30, 2023

    Enforcement Action

    Civil money penalty, $6,949 imposed November 2, 2023. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of November 2, 2023, the nearest before the penalty date.

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  6. 2022

    Standard health inspection

    11 findings

    • F584Honor 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.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 3, 2022
    • F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 3, 2022
    • F688Provide 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.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 3, 2022
    • F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesLevel DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 3, 2022
    • F655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedLevel DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 3, 2022
    • F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 3, 2022
    • F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 3, 2022
    • F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 3, 2022
    • F694Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 3, 2022
    • F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 3, 2022
    • F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 3, 2022

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

Severity levels follow the CMS scope and severity grid. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy.

03

Context

Patterns Worth Examining

A repeated citation can merit attention, but context and corrective action must be reviewed before drawing a conclusion.

  1. 1

    Accurate Assessments, Cited in Three Inspections

    Inspectors cited F641 in February 2022, November 2023 and November 2025. This citation covers whether each resident’s assessment correctly records their condition. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    222325252626F641 across all 6 inspections, oldest to newest
  2. 2

    Quality of Care, Cited in Three Inspections

    Inspectors cited F684 in February 2022, November 2023 and November 2025. This citation covers whether residents receive the treatment their orders, preferences and goals call for. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    222325252626F684 across all 6 inspections, oldest to newest
  3. 3

    Infection Control, Cited in Three Inspections

    Inspectors cited F880 in November 2023, October 2025 and November 2025. This citation covers hand hygiene, isolation practice and the home’s infection-prevention program. None rose above level F (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    222325252626F880 across all 6 inspections, oldest to newest
  4. 4

    Grievances, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F585 in October 2025 and August 2026. This citation covers residents’ right to voice grievances without reprisal, and the home’s process for resolving them. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    222325252626F585 across all 6 inspections, oldest to newest
  5. 5

    Care Plans, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F656 in February 2022 and November 2025. This citation covers whether each resident has a written care plan that meets their needs, with goals that can be measured. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    222325252626F656 across all 6 inspections, oldest to newest
  6. 6

    Care Plan Timing and Review, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F657 in February 2022 and November 2023. This citation covers whether care plans are written on time and revised by a team that includes the resident’s caregivers. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    222325252626F657 across all 6 inspections, oldest to newest
  7. 7

    Citation F694, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F694 in February 2022 and November 2025. The agency describes it this way: Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    222325252626F694 across all 6 inspections, oldest to newest
  8. 8

    Respiratory Care, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F695 in February 2022 and November 2023. This citation covers oxygen, breathing treatments and other respiratory care. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    222325252626F695 across all 6 inspections, oldest to newest
  9. 9

    Medication Labeling and Storage, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F761 in November 2023 and August 2026. This citation covers how drugs are labeled and kept locked, including controlled drugs. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    222325252626F761 across all 6 inspections, oldest to newest
  10. 10

    Citation F867, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F867 in November 2023 and November 2025. The agency describes it this way: Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    222325252626F867 across all 6 inspections, oldest to newest
04

For Your Next Visit

Questions to Ask on Your Visit

Bring these to the tour. Each one comes from something in the record; the reason is under the question.

  1. 01

    Who completes resident assessments, and how are they checked for accuracy?

    Accurate Assessments: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level E.

  2. 02

    How do nurses make sure a doctor’s orders are carried out, and how are families told when something is missed?

    Quality of Care: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level D.

  3. 03

    Who leads infection control here, and how often are hand-hygiene and isolation practices audited?

    Infection Control: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level F.

  4. 04

    How do we file a grievance, who answers it, and how quickly?

    Grievances: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

  5. 05

    How is a care plan written and reviewed here, and how do families take part in it?

    Care Plans: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

  6. 06

    How often are care plans revised, and who takes part in the review?

    Care Plan Timing and Review: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

  7. 07

    What changed after F694 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation F694: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

  8. 08

    Who manages oxygen and breathing treatments on each shift, and how is the equipment checked?

    Respiratory Care: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

  9. 09

    How are medications stored and secured, and who checks the medication carts?

    Medication Labeling and Storage: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

  10. 10

    What changed after F867 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation F867: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

  11. 11

    How many nurses and aides are on each shift, including nights and weekends, for the unit we are considering?

    No staffing citation appears in this window. Staffing levels are published separately by CMS and are worth asking about directly.

  12. 12

    What led to the 2023 fine, and has it been paid?

    A $6,949 civil money penalty was imposed November 2, 2023. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid.

05

The Evidence

Sources and Coverage

Inspection results and penalties are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services from surveys conducted by the Florida state survey agency.

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Florida state survey agency

    Inspection Feb 3, 2022 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Florida state survey agency

    Inspection Nov 2, 2023 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Florida state survey agency

    Inspection Oct 8, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Florida state survey agency

    Inspection Nov 20, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Florida state survey agency

    Inspection Mar 17, 2026 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Florida state survey agency

    Inspection Aug 12, 2026 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Penalties, Provider Data Catalog

    Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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  • Provider Information, Provider Data Catalog

    Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services · 105861

    Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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Coverage

Record windowFebruary 3, 2022 – October 1, 2026

  • CMS publishes about three inspection cycles; inspections before February 2022 are not in this release.
  • CMS refreshes these files monthly, after statements of deficiencies are processed, so an inspection from the last two months may not appear yet.

What This Report Cannot Tell You

Complaints not investigated onsite
Allegations screened out by the state before an onsite visit are not published.
Complaint allegations
CMS publishes the deficiencies a complaint survey cited, not the allegation itself.
Facility-reported incidents
Self-reported incidents appear only if they led to an inspection.
Follow-up visits
CMS's files list standard, complaint and infection control surveys, not revisits; a correction date is the one CMS records.
Fire safety inspections
Published by CMS separately and not included in this record yet.
Staffing levels and ownership history
Published by CMS separately and not included in this record.
Whether fines were paid
CMS publishes the fines imposed, not whether or when they were paid.

Historical coverage varies by agency and location. Missing records do not mean that no complaint or violation occurred.

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