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This facility has areas of concern that warrant careful consideration. Registered Nurse hours are 44% of the EveryPlace reference benchmark; ask how RN coverage is allocated across shifts. The latest standard survey recorded 8 findings, above the GA average of 6.1. 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.
Bryan County Health & Rehab Center receives polarized feedback, with some families praising the long-term, caring nature of the staff while others report serious concerns regarding patient treatment and facility maintenance. While several reviewers highlight consistent, compassionate care over many years, others have reported distressing incidents involving staff conduct and a need for interior building updates.
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Key Review Excerpts
“My only real complaint is there has been a lot of turnover. We would get a really good CNA, get to know her, and she'd be gone.”
“The staff is very caring with the patients and family. The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 was that it does need updating of the interior.”
“I’ve had 3 elderly family members stay here over the years and they have always been very well taken care of. The staff has always been very friendly.”
Both RN and total nursing hours are below the EveryPlace reference benchmarks. Ask the facility how it staffs each shift for current resident needs.
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 on antipsychotic medication
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
US average from Medicare published data
Detailed Medicare record · up to 3-year lookback
This facility has concerning patterns with families filing complaints that led to 9 deficiencies, including recent issues with care planning, resident rights, and food safety. Recurring problems across multiple surveys include fire safety systems, infection control, and care planning, though all violations have correction dates on file. The high number of safety-related deficiencies and repeated complaint-driven investigations suggest families should carefully evaluate this facility's ability to provide consistent, quality care.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
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
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
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.
Egress Deficiencies
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
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
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.
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 treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Egress Deficiencies
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Services Deficiencies
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
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.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish methods for sharing information.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
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 Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
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
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.
Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
Bryan County Hlth & Rehab Ctr
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Cook, Sheila
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