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93/100The Oaks at Battle Creek Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (Battle Creek, Michigan)
706 North Avenue, Battle Creek, Michigan 49017
Phone: 2699644655
CMS Overall:5/5
Overview & Bed Count
Certified Beds
77
Avg Residents/Day
68.7
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Calhoun
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No
CMS Star Ratings
Overall5/5
Health4/5
Staffing4/5
Quality5/5
Nurse Staffing Check
| Metric | This Facility | Michigan Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours per Resident per Day | 1.04 | 0.78 | +0.26 |
| Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day | 4.06 | 4.03 | +0.03 |
| CMS Staffing Rating | 4/5 | 3.6/5 | - |
| Nursing Staff Turnover | 25.7% | 44.6% | - |
Health Citation History
14 health citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-05 | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-06-05 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-06-05 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-12 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-12 | 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 |
| 2025-03-12 | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-12 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-12 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-12 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-12 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop 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 |
| 2025-03-12 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-12 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-18 | 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 |
| 2024-04-18 | Administration Deficiencies | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
Fire Safety Citation History
14 fire safety citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-05 | Egress Deficiencies | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-06-05 | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-06-05 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-12 | Smoke Deficiencies | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-12 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-12 | Egress Deficiencies | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-12 | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-18 | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-18 | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-18 | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-18 | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-18 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-18 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-18 | Egress Deficiencies | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
Total Penalties & Fines
$0
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
0
Number of Fines
0
Total Penalties
No penalty records found.
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