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ALS MOUNT VERNON INC Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (MOUNT VERNON, Ohio)

1135 GAMBIER ROAD, MOUNT VERNON, Ohio 43050

Phone: 7403921599

CMS Overall:4/5

Overview & Bed Count

Certified Beds
20
Avg Residents/Day
19.5
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Knox
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No

CMS Star Ratings

Overall4/5
Health3/5
Staffing2/5
Quality5/5

Nurse Staffing Check

MetricThis FacilityOhio AvgDifference
RN Hours per Resident per Day1.020.64+0.38
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day3.393.71-0.32
CMS Staffing Rating2/52.4/5-
Nursing Staff Turnover65.4%49%-

Health Citation History

23 health citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-03-17Resident Rights DeficienciesEnsure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-17Resident Rights DeficienciesProvide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-01-29Infection Control DeficienciesProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-01-29Nursing 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.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-01-29Administration DeficienciesProvide behavior health training consistent with the requirements and as determined by a facility assessment.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-01-29Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesPrevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-01-29Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-01-29Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide activities to meet all resident's needs.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-01-29Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-03-26Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-03-26Nursing 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.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-03-26Administration 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
2024-06-24Nursing and Physician Services DeficienciesHave a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-06-24Resident Rights DeficienciesAllow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-06-24Resident 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.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-06-24Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-06-24Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-06-24Quality 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
2024-06-24Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-06-24Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-06-24Pharmacy Service DeficienciesImplement 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
2024-06-24Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-04-21Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.D – Moderate Harm Potential

Fire Safety Citation History

15 fire safety citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-01-29Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesImplement emergency and standby power systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-01-29Smoke DeficienciesProvide properly protected cooking facilities.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-01-29Smoke DeficienciesHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-01-29Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-01-29Smoke DeficienciesEnsure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-01-29Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-06-24Smoke DeficienciesProvide properly protected cooking facilities.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-06-24Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-06-24Miscellaneous DeficienciesTo conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-06-24Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-04-21Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesConduct testing and exercise requirements.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-04-21Egress DeficienciesInstall emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-04-21Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-04-21Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-04-21Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesMeet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.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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