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Salem West Healthcare Center
2511 Bentley Drive Salem, OH 44460 (330) 337-9503
Special Focus Facility — SFF CandidateAbuse icon
CCN
366096
Certified beds
80
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Chain
Communicare Health
Nurse staffing
3.25
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, case-mix adjusted
Registered nurses: 0.76 hours per resident per day
Nursing staff turnover: 49% a year
Derived by CMS from the Payroll-Based Journal and refreshed quarterly.
Inspection history
Inspected April 30, 2026
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0759No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Deficient, Provider has plan of correction · corrected May 12, 2026
Inspected December 12, 2025
5 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0600No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 24, 2025
D
F0609No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 24, 2025
D
F0610No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 24, 2025
E
F0607No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 24, 2025
F
F0921No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 24, 2025
Inspected August 25, 2025
4 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0578No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected November 4, 2025
D
F0684No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 12, 2025
E
F0842No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected November 4, 2025
G
F0697Actual harm · Isolated
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected November 4, 2025
Inspected April 29, 2025
27 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
C
F0730No actual harm with potential for minimal harm · Widespread
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
D
F0550No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
D
F0576No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
D
F0578No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
D
F0582No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
D
F0620No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Not require residents to give up Medicare or Medicaid benefits, or pay privately as a condition of admission; and must tell residents what care they do not provide.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
D
F0641No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
D
F0656No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
D
F0690No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
D
F0692No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
D
F0693No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
D
F0695No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
D
F0760No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
D
F0770No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
D
F0805No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
E
F0558No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
E
F0584No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
E
F0657No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
E
F0677No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
E
F0679No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
E
F0689No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
E
F0847No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
E
F0919No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
F
F0725No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
F
F0835No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
F
F0838No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 29, 2025
F
F0880No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected June 9, 2025
Inspected September 3, 2024
4 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0600No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Past Non-Compliance · corrected August 8, 2024
D
F0755No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 20, 2024
D
F0880No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 20, 2024
G
F0697Actual harm · Isolated
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected September 20, 2024
Inspected April 10, 2024
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
E
F0880No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected April 19, 2024
Inspected July 17, 2023
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0550No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected July 31, 2023
Inspected November 8, 2022
1 citation · Health
F
F0804No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected November 28, 2022
Inspected February 13, 2020
8 citations · Health
D
F0582No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 5, 2020
D
F0645No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 5, 2020
D
F0677No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 5, 2020
D
F0684No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 5, 2020
D
F0688No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
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.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 5, 2020
D
F0695No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 5, 2020
D
F0791No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 5, 2020
F
F0881No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Widespread
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 5, 2020
Penalties
Date
Type
Amount
August 25, 2025
Payment Denial · 89 days
Ownership transfers
Effective
Seller
Buyer
03/01/2018
Essex Healthcare Corporation
Bentley Leasing CO LLC
From the CMS Skilled Nursing Facility Change of Ownership dataset. A sale does not by itself say anything about care quality.