AMBLER EXTENDED CARE CENTER Nursing Home


AMBLER EXTENDED CARE CENTER (CCN: 395176) is a For profit - Corporation facility located in AMBLER, PA (19002). The facility has an overall rating of 4/5, health inspection rating of 3/5, and a staffing rating of 2/5. It offers 92 certified beds and maintains an average of 90.4 residents per day. The nursing staff includes Nurse Aides, LPNs, and RNs working 3.22106 total hours per resident per day. It has been certified since February 21, 1967 and the last listed health inspection was on April 13, 2023, The facility is located in Montgomery county and provides senior and nursing home care.

AMBLER EXTENDED CARE CENTER Summary


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Provider Name: AMBLER EXTENDED CARE CENTER

Address: 32 SOUTH BETHLEHEM PIKE, AMBLER, PA 19002

Phone: (215) 646-7050

County: Montgomery (560)

Ownership Type: For profit - Corporation

Certified Beds: 92

Average Residents Per Day: 90.4 ()

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

Legal Business Name: AMBLER HEALTHCARE GROUP, LLC

First Approved Date: February 21, 1967

Affiliated Entity: SABER HEALTHCARE GROUP (461)

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: 5 ()

Short Stay QM Rating: 4 ()

Staffing Rating: 2 ()

Staffing Report Note:

PT Staffing Note:

Nurse Aide Staff Hours Per Day, per resident: 1.66533, LPN Staff Hours Per Day: 1.0551, RN Staff Hours Per Day: 0.5006, Licensed Staff Hours Per Day: 1.5557

Total Nurse Staff Hours Per Day, per resident: 3.22106

Weekend Nurse Staff Hours: 2.91454, Weekend RN Staff Hours: 0.3306

PT Staff Hours Per Day, per resident: 0.0480

Nurse Staff Turnover: 70.7, Nurse Turnover Note:

RN Turnover: 44.4, RN Turnover Note:

Admin Left Number: 1, Admin Turnover Note:

Case Mix Nurse Aide Hours Per Day, per resident: 1.9836, Case Mix LPN Hours Per Day: 0.7841, Case Mix RN Hours Per Day: 0.4091

Adjusted Nurse Aide Hours Per Day, per resident: 1.71035, Adjusted LPN Hours Per Day: 0.9929, Adjusted RN Hours Per Day: 0.4610

Total Adjusted Nurse Hours Per Day, per resident: 3.19586

Adjusted Weekend Nurse Hours Per Day, per resident: 2.89174

Health Survey Dates and Scores: Cycle 1: 2023-04-13 (Score: 24), Cycle 2: 2022-05-12 (Score: 44), Cycle 3: 2021-05-06 (Score: 12)

Total Weighted Health Score: 28.667

Reported Incidents: 0, Substantiated Complaints: 3

Infection Control Citations:

Fines and Penalties: Number of Fines: 0, Total Fines in Dollars: 0.00, Payment Denials Number: 0, Total Penalties Number: 0

Location and GPS: 32 SOUTH BETHLEHEM PIKE,AMBLER,PA,19002 (40.1589, -75.214)

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 2023-04-13

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 2023-04-28

Citation on 2023-04-13

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 2023-04-28

Citation on 2023-04-13

Type: Health, Deficiency: Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

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 2023-04-28

Citation on 2023-01-03

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: 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 2023-02-13

Citation on 2023-01-03

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

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 2023-02-13

Citation on 2022-05-12

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 2022-06-14

Citation on 2022-05-12

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: 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 2022-05-12

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 2022-06-14

Citation on 2022-05-12

Type: Health, Deficiency: Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

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 2022-06-14

Citation on 2022-05-12

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 2022-06-14

Citation on 2022-05-12

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 2022-06-14

Citation on 2021-09-29

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 2021-10-28

Citation on 2021-05-06

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 2021-06-07

Citation on 2021-05-06

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 2021-06-07


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 2023-05-08

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0311, Version: New

Description: Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

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 2023-06-05

Citation on 2023-05-08

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0325, Version: New

Description: Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.

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 2023-06-05

Citation on 2023-05-08

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

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

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

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-06-05

Citation on 2023-05-08

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

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

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

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-06-05

Citation on 2023-05-08

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

Description: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

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 2023-06-05

Citation on 2023-05-08

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

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

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 2023-06-05

Citation on 2023-05-08

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

Description: Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

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

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-06-05

Citation on 2023-05-08

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

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

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 2023-06-05

Citation on 2023-05-08

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0929, Version: New

Description: Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed.

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 2023-06-05

Citation on 2022-05-26

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 2022-07-12

Citation on 2022-05-26

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 2022-07-12

Citation on 2022-05-26

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 2022-08-16

Citation on 2022-05-26

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 2022-07-12

Citation on 2022-05-26

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0781, Version: New

Description: Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.

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 2022-07-12

Citation on 2022-05-26

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0911, Version: New

Description: Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical 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 2022-07-12

Citation on 2022-05-26

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 2022-07-12

Citation on 2022-05-26

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 2022-07-12

Citation on 2022-05-26

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 2022-07-12

Citation on 2021-05-13

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 2021-06-28

Citation on 2021-05-13

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 2021-06-28

Citation on 2021-05-13

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 2021-06-28

Citation on 2021-05-13

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 2021-06-28

Citation on 2021-05-13

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 2021-06-28

Citation on 2021-05-13

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0911, Version: New

Description: Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical 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 2021-06-28

Citation on 2021-05-13

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0912, Version: New

Description: Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.

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 2021-06-28

Citation on 2021-05-13

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0915, Version: New

Description: Have proper power supply for life support 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 2021-06-28

Citation on 2021-05-13

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 2021-06-28