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96/100PENNSYLVANIA SOLDIERS AND SAILORS HOME Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (ERIE, Pennsylvania)
560 EAST THIRD ST, ERIE, Pennsylvania 16512
Phone: 8148714531
CMS Overall:5/5
Overview & Bed Count
Certified Beds
107
Avg Residents/Day
101.9
Ownership
Government - State
Provider Type
Medicaid
County
Erie
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No
CMS Star Ratings
Overall5/5
Health4/5
Staffing5/5
Quality2/5
Nurse Staffing Check
| Metric | This Facility | Pennsylvania Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours per Resident per Day | 1.32 | 0.78 | +0.54 |
| Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day | 5.57 | 3.90 | +1.67 |
| CMS Staffing Rating | 5/5 | 3.1/5 | - |
| Nursing Staff Turnover | 32.3% | 44.6% | - |
Health Citation History
10 health citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-13 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-03-13 | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-03-13 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-03-13 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-07 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-07 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Implement 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 |
| 2025-03-07 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-07 | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-26 | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-26 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop 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 |
Fire Safety Citation History
10 fire safety citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-13 | Services Deficiencies | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-03-13 | Egress Deficiencies | Meet other general requirements. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-03-13 | Construction Deficiencies | Meet other general requirements. | C – Minimal Harm Potential |
| 2026-03-13 | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. | B – Minimal Harm Potential |
| 2026-03-13 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. | B – Minimal Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-07 | Smoke Deficiencies | Have properly sized and located compartments to protect residents from smoke. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-07 | Egress Deficiencies | Meet other general requirements. | B – Minimal Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-07 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. | B – Minimal Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-07 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | B – Minimal Harm Potential |
| 2024-04-26 | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | C – Minimal 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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