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This facility has areas of concern that warrant careful consideration. Registered Nurse hours are 51% of the EveryPlace reference benchmark; ask how RN coverage is allocated across shifts. We recommend asking the administrator directly: "How are you addressing recent staffing shortfalls?" These are not reasons to panic, but they are reasons to ask tough questions and visit in person.
Berkley East Healthcare Center is highly regarded for its exceptional physical and occupational therapy programs and a clean, modern, hotel-like environment. While many families praise the compassionate nursing and CNA staff, there are recurring reports of slow response times to call buttons and occasional difficulties with communication from administration.
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The owner provides highly personalized responses to positive reviews, frequently naming specific staff members and acknowledging details about patient recovery. For negative reviews, the owner maintains a professional tone, acknowledging concerns and offering direct contact with administration to resolve issues.
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Key Review Excerpts
“The facility is first rate and the care is fantastic. Also, the physical therapy was really good and helped my recovery immensely.”
“The staff was kind, patient, and truly supportive, which gave our family so much peace of mind. They treated him with dignity and compassion every day.”
“The nurses on the 4th floor where my mom is are angels every single one of them are the most wonderful people I have ever met.”
RN hours are below the EveryPlace reference benchmark. RNs handle complex medical needs and medication, so ask about coverage during your visit.
Reference benchmarks (0.75 RN and 4.1 total nursing hours per resident/day) are comparison targets, not current federal minimum requirements.
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
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Detailed Medicare record · up to 3-year lookback
This facility has serious concerns with frequent family-filed complaints triggering most deficiencies across multiple care areas. The most recurring problems involve medication management errors, safety hazards and accident prevention, and care planning failures. While all issues show correction dates, the persistent pattern of complaint-driven deficiencies indicates ongoing quality problems, with families repeatedly having to report concerns about abuse protection, nursing care competency, and infection control.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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.
Environmental Deficiencies
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Egress Deficiencies
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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.
Environmental Deficiencies
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Jun 6, 2024
$42,770
Payment Denial
Jun 6, 2024
2-day denial
Fine
Jan 16, 2024
$15,435
Berkley East Healthcare Center
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Aspen Skilled Healthcare
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Chain avg rating: 3.5/5 · Rank 31 of 34
Owners
Asmb, LLC
Owner · Organization
Aspen Skilled Healthcare INC
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Jacaranda Healthcare Group LLC
Owner (parent company) · Organization
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