BETHESDA CARE CENTER Nursing Home


BETHESDA CARE CENTER (CCN: 365510) is a Non profit - Corporation facility located in FREMONT, OH (43420). The facility has an overall rating of 3/5, health inspection rating of 3/5, and a staffing rating of 3/5. It offers 79 certified beds and maintains an average of 64.8 residents per day. The nursing staff includes Nurse Aides, LPNs, and RNs working 3.52117 total hours per resident per day. It has been certified since July 1, 1980 and the last listed health inspection was on April 27, 2023, The facility is located in Sandusky county and provides senior and nursing home care.

BETHESDA CARE CENTER Summary


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Provider Name: BETHESDA CARE CENTER

Address: 600 N BRUSH ST, FREMONT, OH 43420

Phone: (419) 334-9521

County: Sandusky (730)

Ownership Type: Non profit - Corporation

Certified Beds: 79

Average Residents Per Day: 64.8 ()

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

Legal Business Name: VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA CARE FACILITIES

First Approved Date: July 1, 1980

Affiliated Entity: VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA SENIOR LIVING (554)

Retirement Community: N, Special Focus Status:

Ownership Change in Last 12 Months: N

Resident Family Council: Resident

Sprinkler System Status: Yes

Overall Rating: 3 ()

Health Inspection Rating: 3 ()

QM Rating: 3 ()

Long Stay QM Rating: 3 ()

Short Stay QM Rating: 2 ()

Staffing Rating: 3 ()

Staffing Report Note:

PT Staffing Note:

Nurse Aide Staff Hours Per Day, per resident: 1.80148, LPN Staff Hours Per Day: 0.8390, RN Staff Hours Per Day: 0.8806, Licensed Staff Hours Per Day: 1.7196

Total Nurse Staff Hours Per Day, per resident: 3.52117

Weekend Nurse Staff Hours: 3.00764, Weekend RN Staff Hours: 0.3703

PT Staff Hours Per Day, per resident: 0.0517

Nurse Staff Turnover: 51.4, Nurse Turnover Note:

RN Turnover: 25.0, RN Turnover Note:

Admin Left Number: 2, Admin Turnover Note:

Case Mix Nurse Aide Hours Per Day, per resident: 2.1265, Case Mix LPN Hours Per Day: 0.7448, Case Mix RN Hours Per Day: 0.3535

Adjusted Nurse Aide Hours Per Day, per resident: 1.72583, Adjusted LPN Hours Per Day: 0.8313, Adjusted RN Hours Per Day: 0.9385

Total Adjusted Nurse Hours Per Day, per resident: 3.44156

Adjusted Weekend Nurse Hours Per Day, per resident: 2.93964

Health Survey Dates and Scores: Cycle 1: 2023-04-27 (Score: 24), Cycle 2: 2019-12-12 (Score: 68), Cycle 3: 2018-10-11 (Score: 32)

Total Weighted Health Score: 40.000

Reported Incidents: 0, Substantiated Complaints: 5

Infection Control Citations: 3

Fines and Penalties: Number of Fines: 2, Total Fines in Dollars: 35000.00, Payment Denials Number: 0, Total Penalties Number: 2

Location and GPS: 600 N BRUSH ST,FREMONT,OH,43420 (41.3529, -83.146)

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 2023-04-27

Type: Health, Deficiency: Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her 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 2023-07-18

Citation on 2023-04-27

Type: Health, Deficiency: Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each 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 2023-07-18

Citation on 2023-04-27

Type: Health, Deficiency: Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

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 2023-07-18

Citation on 2023-04-27

Type: Health, Deficiency: Honor 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.

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 2023-07-18

Citation on 2023-04-27

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 2023-07-18

Citation on 2023-04-27

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 2023-07-18

Citation on 2022-10-26

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 2022-11-22

Citation on 2022-08-25

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 2022-09-19

Citation on 2022-08-25

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 2022-09-19

Citation on 2022-08-25

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 2022-09-19

Citation on 2022-06-27

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 2022-07-08

Citation on 2022-05-12

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 2022-05-27

Citation on 2019-12-12

Type: Health, Deficiency: Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as 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 2020-01-30

Citation on 2019-12-12

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

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 2020-01-30

Citation on 2019-12-12

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 2020-01-30

Citation on 2019-12-12

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 2020-01-30

Citation on 2018-10-11

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 2018-11-30

Citation on 2018-10-11

Type: Health, Deficiency: Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

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 2018-11-30


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 2023-04-26

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

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

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 2023-07-18

Citation on 2023-04-26

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

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

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 2023-07-18

Citation on 2023-04-26

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 2023-07-18

Citation on 2023-04-26

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 2023-07-18

Citation on 2023-04-26

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0346, Version: New

Description: Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.

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 2023-07-18

Citation on 2023-04-26

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 2023-07-18

Citation on 2023-04-26

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: 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 2023-07-18

Citation on 2023-04-26

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 2023-07-18

Citation on 2023-04-26

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 2023-07-18

Citation on 2023-04-26

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

Description: Have properly installed electrical wiring and 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 2023-07-18

Citation on 2023-04-26

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 2023-07-18

Citation on 2023-04-26

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 2023-07-18

Citation on 2023-04-26

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0761, Version: New

Description: To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

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 2023-07-18

Citation on 2023-04-26

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0918, Version: New

Description: Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

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 2023-07-18

Citation on 2019-12-09

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: 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 2020-01-30

Citation on 2019-12-09

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 2020-01-30

Citation on 2019-12-09

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 2020-01-30

Citation on 2019-12-09

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 2020-01-30

Citation on 2019-12-09

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 2020-01-30

Citation on 2019-12-09

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 2020-01-30

Citation on 2018-10-10

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0001, Version: New

Description: Establish 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 2018-11-30

Citation on 2018-10-10

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 2018-11-30

Citation on 2018-10-10

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 2018-11-30

Citation on 2018-10-10

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0918, Version: New

Description: Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

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 2018-11-30

Citation on 2018-10-10

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 2018-11-30