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Chowan River Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (Edenton, North Carolina)

1341 Paradise Road, Edenton, North Carolina 27932

Phone: 2524827481

CMS Overall:3/5

Overview & Bed Count

Certified Beds
130
Avg Residents/Day
50
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Chowan
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No

CMS Star Ratings

Overall3/5
Health3/5
Staffing4/5
Quality3/5

Nurse Staffing Check

MetricThis FacilityNorth Carolina AvgDifference
RN Hours per Resident per Day0.730.62+0.11
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day4.043.87+0.17
CMS Staffing Rating4/52.7/5-
Nursing Staff Turnover41.8%48.7%-

Health Citation History

13 health citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-07-30Pharmacy 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.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-07-30Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide 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
2026-07-30Environmental DeficienciesMake sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-07-30Administration DeficienciesConduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2026-07-30Resident Rights DeficienciesProvide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.B – Minimal Harm Potential
2025-04-02Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-04-02Resident Rights DeficienciesAllow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-04-02Resident 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
2025-04-02Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-04-02Resident Rights DeficienciesProvide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.B – Minimal Harm Potential
2024-05-30Resident 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
2024-05-30Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-22Resident 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

Fire Safety Citation History

8 fire safety citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2024-02-22Smoke DeficienciesEnsure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-22Smoke DeficienciesInstall corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-22Services DeficienciesHave properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-12-02Construction DeficienciesUse approved construction type or materials.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-12-02Smoke DeficienciesHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-12-02Smoke DeficienciesEnsure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-12-02Services DeficienciesEnsure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-12-02Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave proper medical gas storage and administration areas.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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