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85/100Life Care Center of Banner Elk Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (Banner Elk, North Carolina)
185 Norwood Hollow Road, Banner Elk, North Carolina 28604
Phone: 8288985136
CMS Overall:4/5
Overview & Bed Count
Certified Beds
118
Avg Residents/Day
64.8
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Avery
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No
CMS Star Ratings
Overall4/5
Health4/5
Staffing3/5
Quality4/5
Nurse Staffing Check
| Metric | This Facility | North Carolina Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours per Resident per Day | 0.43 | 0.62 | -0.19 |
| Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day | 3.21 | 3.87 | -0.67 |
| CMS Staffing Rating | 3/5 | 2.7/5 | - |
| Nursing Staff Turnover | 16.3% | 48.7% | - |
Health Citation History
7 health citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-08-06 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-08-06 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | 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. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-08-06 | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-08-21 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-08-21 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-08-21 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-05-24 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide 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. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
Fire Safety Citation History
4 fire safety citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-05-24 | Egress Deficiencies | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-05-24 | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-05-24 | Services Deficiencies | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2023-05-24 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. | D – 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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