MOUNT VERNON NURSING AND REHABILITATION
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Mount Vernon Nursing and Rehabilitation has a Trust Grade of B, which indicates it is a good choice but not without its flaws. Ranking #171 out of 505 facilities in Indiana places it in the top half for the state, and it is the top-ranked facility in Posey County, meaning there is only one other option locally. The facility is improving, with a decrease in reported issues from 5 in 2023 to 4 in 2024. However, staffing is a concern, as it has a lower rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a 56% turnover rate, which is higher than the state average. On a positive note, the facility has not received any fines, indicating good compliance overall. However, there are significant concerns regarding RN coverage, as it has less RN presence than 91% of Indiana facilities, which can impact the quality of care. Specific incidents noted include a caregiver failing to change gloves during personal care, which poses an infection risk, and issues with food sanitation in the kitchen, where surfaces were observed to be unclean. These weaknesses suggest that while there are strengths at Mount Vernon, families should weigh these concerns carefully when considering care for their loved ones.
- Trust Score
- B
- In Indiana
- #171/505
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 56% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Indiana facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 24 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Indiana. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 12 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Indiana avg (46%)
Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
8 points above Indiana average of 48%
The Ugly 12 deficiencies on record
Aug 2024
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure medications were properly stored and labeled for 4 of 4 medication carts observed and 2 of 2 treatment carts.(Plaza Ca...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Antibiotic Stewardship
(Tag F0881)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
2. On 8/1/24 at 11:11 A.M., Resident 30's clinical record was reviewed. Diagnoses included, but were not limited to, dementia, chronic kidney disease stage 3, and polyneuropathy.
The most current Ann...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
4. On 8/2/24 at 10:29 A.M., Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) 14 and CNA 16 were observed performing peri care for Resident 18. CNA 14 put on gloves, hooked Resident 18's lift pad onto the lift, raised up th...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Staffing Information
(Tag F0732)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to post accurate actual hours worked for licensed and unlicensed nursing staff directly responsible for resident care per shift daily for 2 of...
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May 2023
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to provide supervision to prevent multiple falls. Super...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to ensure that 1 resident who needed respiratory care, ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure medications were labeled with open dates for 1 of 3 medication carts observed. ( Plaza Unit Cart)
Finding includes:
D...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
2. During an observation on 5/9/23 at 9:23 A.M., QMA 3 provided care to Resident 53, who was in isolation for clostridium difficile. QMA 3 donned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and gloves, entere...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0921)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to provide a safe, functional, sanitary, and comfortable environment for...
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Oct 2019
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0804
(Tag F0804)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure food was served at an appetizing temperature for 1 of 2 meal observations. (Resident B, Resident C, Unit 100)
Finding includes:
1. On ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure food was served in a sanitary manner for 2 of 2 kitchen observations. Floors were soiled, refrigerator shelving, and e...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure proper hand hygiene and glove use during care for 2 of 5 residents reserved for personal care, 1 of 4 residents observ...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Why is there high staff turnover? How do you retain staff?"
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Indiana facilities.
- • 12 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
- • 56% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
About This Facility
What is Mount Vernon Nursing And Rehabilitation's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns MOUNT VERNON NURSING AND REHABILITATION an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within Indiana, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Mount Vernon Nursing And Rehabilitation Staffed?
CMS rates MOUNT VERNON NURSING AND REHABILITATION's staffing level at 2 out of 5 stars, which is below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 56%, which is 10 percentage points above the Indiana average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs.
What Have Inspectors Found at Mount Vernon Nursing And Rehabilitation?
State health inspectors documented 12 deficiencies at MOUNT VERNON NURSING AND REHABILITATION during 2019 to 2024. These included: 11 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Mount Vernon Nursing And Rehabilitation?
MOUNT VERNON NURSING AND REHABILITATION is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility is operated by AMERICAN SENIOR COMMUNITIES, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 66 certified beds and approximately 49 residents (about 74% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in MOUNT VERNON, Indiana.
How Does Mount Vernon Nursing And Rehabilitation Compare to Other Indiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Indiana, MOUNT VERNON NURSING AND REHABILITATION's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (56%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Mount Vernon Nursing And Rehabilitation?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "How do you ensure continuity of care given staff turnover, and what is your staff retention strategy?" "Can you walk me through typical staffing levels on day, evening, and night shifts?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's high staff turnover rate and the below-average staffing rating.
Is Mount Vernon Nursing And Rehabilitation Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, MOUNT VERNON NURSING AND REHABILITATION has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 4-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Indiana. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Mount Vernon Nursing And Rehabilitation Stick Around?
Staff turnover at MOUNT VERNON NURSING AND REHABILITATION is high. At 56%, the facility is 10 percentage points above the Indiana average of 46%. High turnover means new staff may not know residents' individual needs, medications, or preferences. It can also be disorienting for residents, especially those with dementia who rely on familiar faces. Families should ask: What is causing the turnover? What retention programs are in place? How do you ensure care continuity during staff transitions?
Was Mount Vernon Nursing And Rehabilitation Ever Fined?
MOUNT VERNON NURSING AND REHABILITATION has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Mount Vernon Nursing And Rehabilitation on Any Federal Watch List?
MOUNT VERNON NURSING AND REHABILITATION is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.