FLINT HILLS CARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER Nursing Home


FLINT HILLS CARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER (CCN: 175280) is a For profit - Limited Liability company facility located in EMPORIA, KS (66801). The facility has an overall rating of 2/5, health inspection rating of 2/5, and a staffing rating of 2/5. It offers 50 certified beds and maintains an average of 42.9 residents per day. The nursing staff includes Nurse Aides, LPNs, and RNs working 3.22906 total hours per resident per day. It has been certified since November 1, 1994 and the last listed health inspection was on August 17, 2023, The facility is located in Lyon county and provides senior and nursing home care.

FLINT HILLS CARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER Summary


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Provider Name: FLINT HILLS CARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER

Address: 1620 WHEELER STREET, EMPORIA, KS 66801

Phone: (620) 342-3280

County: Lyon (550)

Ownership Type: For profit - Limited Liability company

Certified Beds: 50

Average Residents Per Day: 42.9 ()

Provider Type: Medicare and Medicaid, Resides in Hospital: No

Legal Business Name: RECOVER-CARE EMPORIA LLC

First Approved Date: November 1, 1994

Affiliated Entity: RECOVER-CARE HEALTHCARE (438)

Retirement Community: Y, Special Focus Status:

Ownership Change in Last 12 Months: N

Resident Family Council: Resident

Sprinkler System Status: Yes

Overall Rating: 2 ()

Health Inspection Rating: 2 ()

QM Rating: 4 ()

Long Stay QM Rating: 3 ()

Short Stay QM Rating: 5 ()

Staffing Rating: 2 ()

Staffing Report Note:

PT Staffing Note:

Nurse Aide Staff Hours Per Day, per resident: 1.99894, LPN Staff Hours Per Day: 0.6854, RN Staff Hours Per Day: 0.5446, Licensed Staff Hours Per Day: 1.2301

Total Nurse Staff Hours Per Day, per resident: 3.22906

Weekend Nurse Staff Hours: 2.75535, Weekend RN Staff Hours: 0.3747

PT Staff Hours Per Day, per resident: 0.0169

Nurse Staff Turnover: 50.0, Nurse Turnover Note:

RN Turnover: , RN Turnover Note: 6

Admin Left Number: 0, Admin Turnover Note:

Case Mix Nurse Aide Hours Per Day, per resident: 1.9204, Case Mix LPN Hours Per Day: 0.7125, Case Mix RN Hours Per Day: 0.3615

Adjusted Nurse Aide Hours Per Day, per resident: 2.12048, Adjusted LPN Hours Per Day: 0.7098, Adjusted RN Hours Per Day: 0.5677

Total Adjusted Nurse Hours Per Day, per resident: 3.39889

Adjusted Weekend Nurse Hours Per Day, per resident: 2.90026

Health Survey Dates and Scores: Cycle 1: 2023-08-17 (Score: 48), Cycle 2: 2021-12-02 (Score: 115), Cycle 3: 2020-02-19 (Score: 40)

Total Weighted Health Score: 69.000

Reported Incidents: 2, Substantiated Complaints: 1

Infection Control Citations:

Fines and Penalties: Number of Fines: 4, Total Fines in Dollars: 47780.31, Payment Denials Number: 0, Total Penalties Number: 4

Location and GPS: 1620 WHEELER STREET,EMPORIA,KS,66801 (38.4180, -96.212)

Process Date: 2024-03-01


Health Inspection Citations Details

Each record details specific health deficiencies found during inspections, categorized by type, severity, and whether they were corrected. Below are the severity levels and their implications:

Citation on 2023-08-17

Type: Health, Deficiency: Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-09-05

Citation on 2023-08-17

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-09-05

Citation on 2023-08-17

Type: Health, Deficiency: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-09-05

Citation on 2023-08-17

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-09-05

Citation on 2023-08-17

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-09-05

Citation on 2023-08-17

Type: Health, Deficiency: Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-09-05

Citation on 2023-08-17

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-09-05

Citation on 2023-08-17

Type: Health, Deficiency: Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-09-05

Citation on 2023-02-16

Type: Health, Deficiency: Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Severity: J - Level 4: Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-03-03

Citation on 2021-12-02

Type: Health, Deficiency: Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-12-31

Citation on 2021-12-02

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-12-31

Citation on 2021-12-02

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-12-31

Citation on 2021-12-02

Type: Health, Deficiency: Post nurse staffing information every day.

Severity: C - Level 1: No actual harm with potential for minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-12-31

Citation on 2021-12-02

Type: Health, Deficiency: 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.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-12-31

Citation on 2021-12-02

Type: Health, Deficiency: Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-12-31

Citation on 2021-12-02

Type: Health, Deficiency: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-12-31

Citation on 2020-02-19

Type: Health, Deficiency: Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2020-03-06

Citation on 2020-02-19

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Severity: G - Level 3: Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2020-03-06

Citation on 2020-02-19

Type: Health, Deficiency: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2020-03-06

Citation on 2020-02-19

Type: Health, Deficiency: 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.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2020-03-06

Citation on 2020-02-19

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2020-03-06


Fire Safety Citations Details

Each record details specific fire safety deficiencies found during inspections, categorized by type, severity, and whether they were corrected. Below are the severity levels and their implications:

Citation on 2023-08-07

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0711, Version: New

Description: Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

Severity: L - Level 4: Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Past Non-Compliance on 2023-08-07

Citation on 2023-09-21

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0004, Version: New

Description: Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-10-20

Citation on 2023-09-21

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0007, Version: New

Description: Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-10-20

Citation on 2023-09-21

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0030, Version: New

Description: List the names and contact information of those in the facility.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-10-20

Citation on 2023-09-21

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0222, Version: New

Description: Add 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.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-10-20

Citation on 2023-09-21

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0281, Version: New

Description: Install proper backup exit lighting.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-10-20

Citation on 2023-09-21

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0321, Version: New

Description: Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-10-20

Citation on 2023-09-21

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0345, Version: New

Description: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-10-20

Citation on 2023-09-21

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0353, Version: New

Description: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-10-20

Citation on 2023-09-21

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0363, Version: New

Description: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-10-20

Citation on 2023-09-21

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0374, Version: New

Description: Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-10-20

Citation on 2023-09-21

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0511, Version: New

Description: Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-10-20

Citation on 2023-09-21

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0741, Version: New

Description: Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-10-20

Citation on 2023-09-21

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0923, Version: New

Description: Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-10-20

Citation on 2022-01-05

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0211, Version: New

Description: Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-02-03

Citation on 2022-01-05

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0222, Version: New

Description: Add 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.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-02-03

Citation on 2022-01-05

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0281, Version: New

Description: Install proper backup exit lighting.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-02-03

Citation on 2022-01-05

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0293, Version: New

Description: Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-02-03

Citation on 2022-01-05

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0321, Version: New

Description: Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-02-03

Citation on 2022-01-05

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0324, Version: New

Description: Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-02-03

Citation on 2022-01-05

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0345, Version: New

Description: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Waiver has been granted on 2022-01-05

Citation on 2022-01-05

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0353, Version: New

Description: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Waiver has been granted on 2022-01-05

Citation on 2022-01-05

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0355, Version: New

Description: Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-02-03

Citation on 2022-01-05

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0374, Version: New

Description: Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-02-03

Citation on 2022-01-05

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0712, Version: New

Description: Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-02-03

Citation on 2022-01-05

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0920, Version: New

Description: Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-02-03

Citation on 2020-01-08

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0039, Version: New

Description: Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2020-02-06

Citation on 2020-01-08

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0161, Version: New

Description: Use approved construction type or materials.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2020-02-06

Citation on 2020-01-08

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0211, Version: New

Description: Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2020-02-06

Citation on 2020-01-08

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0291, Version: New

Description: Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2020-02-06

Citation on 2020-01-08

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0321, Version: New

Description: Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2020-02-06

Citation on 2020-01-08

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0324, Version: New

Description: Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2020-02-06

Citation on 2020-01-08

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0344, Version: New

Description: Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2020-02-06

Citation on 2020-01-08

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0345, Version: New

Description: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2020-02-06

Citation on 2020-01-08

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0353, Version: New

Description: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2020-02-06

Citation on 2020-01-08

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0354, Version: New

Description: Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2020-02-06

Citation on 2020-01-08

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0363, Version: New

Description: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2020-02-06

Citation on 2020-01-08

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0372, Version: New

Description: Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2020-02-06

Citation on 2020-01-08

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0511, Version: New

Description: Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2020-02-06

Citation on 2020-01-08

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0521, Version: New

Description: Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2020-02-06

Citation on 2020-01-08

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0711, Version: New

Description: Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2020-02-06

Citation on 2020-01-08

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0712, Version: New

Description: Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2020-02-06

Citation on 2020-01-08

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0914, Version: New

Description: Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

Severity: F - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2020-02-06