D+
53/100

West Woods of Bridgman Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (Bridgman, Michigan)

9935 Red Arrow Hwy, Bridgman, Michigan 49106

Phone: 2694653017

CMS Overall:1/5

Overview & Bed Count

Certified Beds
92
Avg Residents/Day
80
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Berrien
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No

CMS Star Ratings

Overall1/5
Health1/5
Staffing3/5
Quality4/5

Nurse Staffing Check

MetricThis FacilityMichigan AvgDifference
RN Hours per Resident per Day0.420.78-0.36
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day4.124.03+0.09
CMS Staffing Rating3/53.6/5-
Nursing Staff Turnover46.3%44.6%-

Health Citation History

45 health citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-06-30Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.G – Actual Harm
2026-06-30Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-30Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-30Resident 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
2026-01-16Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.J – Immediate Jeopardy
2026-01-16Nursing and Physician Services DeficienciesProvide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.G – Actual Harm
2026-01-16Administration DeficienciesDevelop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.G – Actual Harm
2026-01-16Resident 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
2026-01-16Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-01-16Nursing and Physician Services DeficienciesObserve each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.B – Minimal Harm Potential
2026-01-16Nursing and Physician Services DeficienciesEnsure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.B – Minimal Harm Potential
2025-08-20Quality 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
2025-08-20Resident Rights DeficienciesHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesEnsure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Infection Control DeficienciesProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Environmental 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
2025-08-20Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesPASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesD – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide activities to meet all resident's needs.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure 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.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Resident 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
2025-08-20Resident Rights DeficienciesProvide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2025-05-13Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-22Resident 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
2024-08-22Resident 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.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-22Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-22Quality 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
2024-08-22Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-22Administration DeficienciesHave the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterlyD – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-22Infection Control DeficienciesProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-05-30Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-05-30Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-06-28Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-06-28Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesEnsure 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.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-06-28Infection Control DeficienciesProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-06-28Environmental 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
2023-06-28Resident Rights DeficienciesHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-06-28Resident Rights DeficienciesImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-06-28Resident 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
2023-06-28Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-06-28Quality 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
2023-06-28Administration DeficienciesProvide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.D – Moderate Harm Potential

Fire Safety Citation History

29 fire safety citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2025-08-20Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesDevelop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesConduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesAddress patient/client population and determine types of services needed.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesAddress subsistence needs for staff and patients.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesEstablish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesEstablish policies and procedures for sheltering.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesEstablish policies and procedures for volunteers.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesConduct testing and exercise requirements.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Smoke DeficienciesInstall a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Egress DeficienciesKeep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Egress DeficienciesHave properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Smoke DeficienciesProvide properly protected cooking facilities.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Smoke DeficienciesEnsure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Miscellaneous DeficienciesHave restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-20Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-22Smoke DeficienciesProvide properly protected cooking facilities.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-22Services DeficienciesHave properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-22Services DeficienciesEnsure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-22Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-22Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-22Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave proper medical gas storage and administration areas.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-06-28Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesConduct testing and exercise requirements.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-06-28Smoke DeficienciesHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-06-28Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-06-28Miscellaneous DeficienciesHave simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-06-28Egress DeficienciesHave exits that are accessible at all times.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-06-28Smoke DeficienciesInstall corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-06-28Services DeficienciesHave properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.D – Moderate Harm Potential

Total Penalties & Fines

$0
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
0
Number of Fines
1
Total Penalties
DateTypeFine AmountPayment Denial
2025-08-20Payment Denial-7 days starting 2025-09-18

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