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This facility has areas of concern that warrant careful consideration. Registered Nurse hours are 68% of the EveryPlace reference benchmark; ask how RN coverage is allocated across shifts. The latest standard survey recorded 26 findings, above the CA average of 15.4. 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.
New Orange Hills is highly regarded by many families for its exceptional physical rehabilitation team and compassionate nursing staff, particularly during short-term stays. However, some reviewers have reported serious concerns regarding patient neglect, long wait times for assistance, and inconsistent medication management. While many praise the facility's cleanliness and welcoming atmosphere, others have noted issues with staffing shortages and facility maintenance.
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Distribution · 105 analyzed
The owner provides highly personalized responses that explicitly reference details from the reviewer's text. They demonstrate empathy in negative reviews and consistently invite dissatisfied customers to direct communication to resolve specific issues.
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Key Review Excerpts
“The therapy team was absolutely amazing, they played such an important role in our loved one’s recovery, showing patience and genuine care every step of the way.”
“Staff is competent and engaged but understaffed thus longer wait times for assistance.”
“My grandma stayed here for a week and the staff were absolutely marvelous. She literally won’t stop asking about Brittany”
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 needing more daily help over time
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Detailed Medicare record · up to 3-year lookback
New Orange Hills shows concerning patterns with families filing numerous complaints—37 out of 127 deficiencies were complaint-triggered, indicating ongoing resident and family concerns. The facility has persistent issues across surveys with resident treatment and care, safety hazards, medication management, and infection control. While all deficiencies have correction dates, the repeated nature of problems like accident prevention and care quality suggests systemic challenges that may impact daily resident experiences.
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.
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.
Egress Deficiencies
Meet other general requirements.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
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.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate foot care.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
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.
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
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
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.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Environmental Deficiencies
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
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.
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 appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
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.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Nov 10, 2025
$8,278
Payment Denial
Nov 10, 2025
13-day denial
New Orange Hills
for profit
The Ensign Group
346 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 3.2/5 · Rank 265 of 328
Owners
Port, Barry
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