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BAPTIST HEALTH NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (SCOTIA, New York)

297 N BALLSTON AVE, SCOTIA, New York 12302

Phone: 5183704700

CMS Overall:1/5

Overview & Bed Count

Certified Beds
262
Avg Residents/Day
182.5
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Schenectady
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No

CMS Star Ratings

Overall1/5
Health1/5
Staffing2/5
Quality2/5

Nurse Staffing Check

MetricThis FacilityNew York AvgDifference
RN Hours per Resident per Day0.330.73-0.40
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day3.623.69-0.07
CMS Staffing Rating2/52.9/5-
Nursing Staff Turnover52.0%40.3%-

Health Citation History

26 health citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-06-15Quality 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
2026-06-15Nursing 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.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-15Nutrition 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
2026-06-15Infection Control DeficienciesProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-15Resident Rights DeficienciesHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-15Resident Rights DeficienciesEnsure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-15Resident Rights DeficienciesHonor 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.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-15Pharmacy Service DeficienciesProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-15Pharmacy 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
2026-06-15Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesEnsure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-15Environmental 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
2026-06-15Resident 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
2026-06-15Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-15Resident 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
2026-06-15Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-15Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-15Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-10-24Resident Rights DeficienciesHonor 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.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-10-24Pharmacy 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
2023-10-24Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-10-24Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesHave a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-10-24Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-10-24Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesDispose of garbage and refuse properly.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-10-12Resident Rights DeficienciesHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-10-12Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-08-10Resident Rights DeficienciesHonor 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.E – Moderate Harm Potential

Fire Safety Citation History

20 fire safety citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-06-15Egress DeficienciesInstall proper backup exit lighting.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-15Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-15Services DeficienciesHave elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-15Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-15Smoke DeficienciesHave an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-15Smoke DeficienciesProvide properly protected cooking facilities.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-15Smoke DeficienciesHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-15Smoke DeficienciesInstall corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-15Smoke DeficienciesEnsure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-15Services DeficienciesHave properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-15Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-15Egress DeficienciesAdd 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.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-10-24Services DeficienciesHave elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-10-24Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-10-24Smoke DeficienciesHave an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-10-24Smoke DeficienciesHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-10-24Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure medical gas and vacuum systems have documented maintenance programs.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-08-10Smoke DeficienciesHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-08-10Smoke DeficienciesInstall an approved automatic sprinkler system.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-08-10Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.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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