Cycle 1
Health 2024-10-17 · Fire 2024-10-17
6 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (3 deficiencies)
7 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (2 deficiencies)
Bowerston, OH
Sunnyslope Nursing Home
5-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with 6 recent health deficiencies with 7 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
102 Boyce Drive, Bowerston, OH
(740) 269-8001
Overall
5 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
4 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
5 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
50
Certified beds
Average residents
38
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
No chain reported
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
2002-11-06
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
1.14
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.60
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.14
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.28
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
20%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
37%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.9 |
1.8
0.1 pts worse
|
1.9
About the same
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 3.1 |
1.8
1.3 pts worse
|
1.8
1.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% |
92.4%
7.6 pts better
|
93.4%
6.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
94.5%
5.5 pts better
|
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 4.2% |
3.3%
0.9 pts worse
|
3.3%
0.9 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 5.3% |
26.1%
20.8 pts better
|
11.4%
6.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 3.0% |
6.2%
3.2 pts better
|
5.4%
2.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 43.2% |
25.4%
17.8 pts worse
|
19.6%
23.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 31.7% |
11.5%
20.2 pts worse
|
16.7%
15 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 13.6% |
7.7%
5.9 pts worse
|
16.3%
2.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 5.3% |
6.2%
0.9 pts better
|
14.9%
9.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% |
0.2%
0.2 pts better
|
1.0%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.0% |
0.5%
0.5 pts better
|
1.7%
1.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 23.6% |
21.7%
1.9 pts worse
|
19.8%
3.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 1.7% |
3.7%
2 pts better
|
5.1%
3.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 98.6% |
78.1%
20.5 pts better
|
81.7%
16.9 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 9.1% |
12.5%
3.4 pts better
|
12.0%
2.9 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.0% |
1.2%
1.2 pts better
|
1.6%
1.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 22.7% |
25.1%
2.4 pts better
|
23.9%
1.2 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2022-05-12 · Fire 2022-05-12
5 health deficiencies
Top issue: Pharmacy Service (3 deficiencies)
14 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (4 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2019-09-06 · Fire 2019-09-06
20 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (8 deficiencies)
13 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (6 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2024-11-20
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2024-11-20
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-11-20
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2024-11-20
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2024-11-20
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2024-11-20
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
K222 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
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.
Corrected 2024-11-20
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-05-12
K291 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2022-06-14
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-05-12
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2022-06-24
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-05-12
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2022-06-14
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-05-12
K741 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Corrected 2022-06-14
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-05-12
K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2022-06-14
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-05-12
K914 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Corrected 2022-06-14
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-05-12
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2022-06-24
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-05-12
K922 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.
Corrected 2022-06-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-05-12
K211 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2022-06-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-05-12
K271 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Corrected 2022-06-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-05-12
K293 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2022-06-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-05-12
K331 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Construct fire resistant interior walls.
Corrected 2022-06-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-05-12
K351 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2022-06-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-05-12
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2022-06-14
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
E37 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Corrected 2019-11-06
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2019-11-06
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
K346 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Corrected 2019-11-06
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2019-11-06
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
K355 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2019-11-06
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2019-11-06
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2019-11-06
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2019-11-06
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2019-12-06
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2019-12-06
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
K374 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2019-11-06
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
K541 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
Corrected 2019-12-06
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2019-11-06
Inspection history
Recent health citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-04-01
F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2025-04-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-11-22
F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2024-11-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F553 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Corrected 2024-11-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2024-11-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F644 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected 2024-11-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected 2024-11-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-17
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2024-11-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-05-12
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2022-06-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-05-12
F756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected 2022-06-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-05-12
F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2022-06-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-05-12
F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2022-06-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
F606 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft.
Corrected 2019-10-07
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
F711 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Corrected 2019-11-06
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
F712 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Corrected 2019-11-06
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
F835 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected 2019-11-06
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
F881 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected 2019-11-06
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
F607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected 2019-11-06
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
F688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected 2019-11-06
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2019-12-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
F561 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected 2019-11-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2019-11-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2019-11-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected 2019-12-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2019-11-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2019-11-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2019-11-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
F687 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate foot care.
Corrected 2019-11-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
F740 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected 2019-11-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2019-11-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
F770 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected 2019-11-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-09-06
F791 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected 2019-11-06
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Bernsen, Kara
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Bernsen, Kenneth
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Huff, Joshua
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Manning, Sarah
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Bernsen, Kara
Corporate Director · Individual
Bernsen, Kara
Corporate Officer · Individual
Bernsen, Kenneth
Corporate Director · Individual
Bernsen, Kenneth
Corporate Officer · Individual
Bernsen, Kenneth
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Capital Health Services Inc
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Huff, Joshua
Corporate Director · Individual
Huff, Joshua
Corporate Officer · Individual
Manning, Sarah
Corporate Director · Individual
Manning, Sarah
Corporate Officer · Individual
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