BROOKESTONE ACRES Nursing Home


BROOKESTONE ACRES (CCN: 285291) is a Non profit - Corporation facility located in COLUMBUS, NE (68601). The facility has an overall rating of 4/5, health inspection rating of 3/5, and a staffing rating of 4/5. It offers 80 certified beds and maintains an average of 56.4 residents per day. The nursing staff includes Nurse Aides, LPNs, and RNs working 4.87005 total hours per resident per day. It has been certified since September 18, 2014 and the last listed health inspection was on August 3, 2023, The facility is located in Platte county and provides senior and nursing home care.

BROOKESTONE ACRES Summary


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Provider Name: BROOKESTONE ACRES

Address: 4715 38TH STREET, COLUMBUS, NE 68601

Phone: (402) 942-9260

County: Platte (700)

Ownership Type: Non profit - Corporation

Certified Beds: 80

Average Residents Per Day: 56.4 ()

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

Legal Business Name: VSL COLUMBUS LLC

First Approved Date: September 18, 2014

Affiliated Entity: VETTER SENIOR LIVING (547)

Retirement Community: N, Special Focus Status:

Ownership Change in Last 12 Months: N

Resident Family Council: Resident

Sprinkler System Status: Yes

Overall Rating: 4 ()

Health Inspection Rating: 3 ()

QM Rating: 5 ()

Long Stay QM Rating: 4 ()

Short Stay QM Rating: 5 ()

Staffing Rating: 4 ()

Staffing Report Note:

PT Staffing Note:

Nurse Aide Staff Hours Per Day, per resident: 3.32693, LPN Staff Hours Per Day: 0.9394, RN Staff Hours Per Day: 0.6036, Licensed Staff Hours Per Day: 1.5431

Total Nurse Staff Hours Per Day, per resident: 4.87005

Weekend Nurse Staff Hours: 4.21854, Weekend RN Staff Hours: 0.2772

PT Staff Hours Per Day, per resident: 0.0349

Nurse Staff Turnover: 43.9, Nurse Turnover Note:

RN Turnover: 60.0, RN Turnover Note:

Admin Left Number: , Admin Turnover Note: 6

Case Mix Nurse Aide Hours Per Day, per resident: 2.1658, Case Mix LPN Hours Per Day: 0.7350, Case Mix RN Hours Per Day: 0.3830

Adjusted Nurse Aide Hours Per Day, per resident: 3.12945, Adjusted LPN Hours Per Day: 0.9431, Adjusted RN Hours Per Day: 0.5939

Total Adjusted Nurse Hours Per Day, per resident: 4.67455

Adjusted Weekend Nurse Hours Per Day, per resident: 4.04920

Health Survey Dates and Scores: Cycle 1: 2023-08-03 (Score: 40), Cycle 2: 2022-05-05 (Score: 20), Cycle 3: 2021-03-09 (Score: 32)

Total Weighted Health Score: 32.000

Reported Incidents: 1, Substantiated Complaints: 2

Infection Control Citations:

Fines and Penalties: Number of Fines: 1, Total Fines in Dollars: 9750.00, Payment Denials Number: 0, Total Penalties Number: 1

Location and GPS: 4715 38TH STREET,COLUMBUS,NE,68601 (41.4533, -97.385)

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 2023-08-03

Type: Health, Deficiency: Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the 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 2023-09-06

Citation on 2023-08-03

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

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 2023-09-06

Citation on 2023-08-03

Type: Health, Deficiency: Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

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 2023-09-06

Citation on 2023-08-03

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 2023-09-06

Citation on 2023-08-03

Type: Health, Deficiency: Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.

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 2023-09-06

Citation on 2023-08-03

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 2023-09-06

Citation on 2023-08-03

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 2023-09-06

Citation on 2023-08-03

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: 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 2023-09-06

Citation on 2023-08-03

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

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 2023-09-06

Citation on 2022-05-05

Type: Health, Deficiency: Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

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 2022-07-08

Citation on 2022-05-05

Type: Health, Deficiency: Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

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 2022-07-08

Citation on 2022-05-05

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

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 2022-07-08

Citation on 2022-05-05

Type: Health, Deficiency: Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

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 2022-07-08

Citation on 2021-09-02

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

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 2021-10-08

Citation on 2021-04-28

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 2021-05-28

Citation on 2021-03-09

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

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 2021-04-27

Citation on 2021-03-09

Type: Health, Deficiency: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

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 2021-04-27

Citation on 2021-03-09

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

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 2021-04-27


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 2023-08-09

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 2023-09-07

Citation on 2023-08-09

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

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

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 2023-09-07

Citation on 2023-08-09

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

Description: Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

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 2023-09-07

Citation on 2022-05-03

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0226, Version: New

Description: Have horizontal exits used in accordance with safety 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 2022-06-09

Citation on 2022-05-03

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

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

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 2022-06-09

Citation on 2022-05-03

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

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

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 2022-06-14

Citation on 2021-02-18

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 2021-04-09

Citation on 2021-02-18

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 2021-04-09

Citation on 2021-02-18

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

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

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 2021-04-09

Citation on 2021-02-18

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0922, Version: New

Description: Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.

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 2021-04-09