AUSTINWOODS REHAB HEALTH CARE
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Austinwoods Rehab Health Care has a Trust Grade of C+, indicating that it is decent and slightly above average among nursing homes. It ranks #215 out of 913 facilities in Ohio, placing it in the top half, and #12 out of 29 in Mahoning County, meaning there are only 11 local homes rated better. The facility is improving, with issues decreasing from 6 in 2024 to 5 in 2025. Staffing is moderately strong with a 3/5 star rating and a 39% turnover rate, which is better than the state average. However, it has concerning RN coverage, being lower than 87% of Ohio facilities, and has faced $13,340 in fines, which is average. There have been serious incidents, including a resident suffering a fractured hip due to inadequate assistance during bed mobility, despite the care plan requiring two staff members for safe transfer. Additionally, another resident developed a severe pressure ulcer because the facility did not implement an effective prevention program. Staff also failed to perform proper hand hygiene during wound care and incontinence care, raising concerns about infection control. Overall, while there are strengths in staffing and a decent Trust Grade, families should be aware of the serious incidents and the need for improvement in certain areas.
- Trust Score
- C+
- In Ohio
- #215/913
- Safety Record
- Moderate
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 39% turnover. Near Ohio's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- $13,340 in fines. Lower than most Ohio facilities. Relatively clean record.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 30 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Ohio. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 13 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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5-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
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Staff turnover below average (39%)
9 points below Ohio average of 48%
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Ohio avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Below median ($33,413)
Minor penalties assessed
The Ugly 13 deficiencies on record
Mar 2025
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, observation, interview, review of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines and facili...
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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 record review, observation, interview and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure resident #22 had a phys...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, observation, interview and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure nasal sprays for Reside...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0773
(Tag F0773)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, interview and facility policy review, the facility failed to obtain physician ordered laboratory testing...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines the facility failed to ensure staff pe...
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Nov 2024
1 deficiency
1 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, hospital record review, facility policy review and interview, the facility failed to provide ade...
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May 2024
5 deficiencies
1 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, medical record review, facility policy review and interview, the facility failed to develop and implement ...
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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
Deficiency F0552
(Tag F0552)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on medical record review, review or residents' rights and interview, the facility failed to ensure they honored a resident's right to choose their plan of treatment. This affected one (Resident ...
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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
Laboratory Services
(Tag F0770)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on medical record review, review of a laboratory agreement, and interview, the facility failed to obtain laboratory tests in a timely manner. This affected one (Resident #88) of three residents ...
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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
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on medical record review, review of job responsibilities and interview, the facility failed to ensure nurse practitioners provided visit notes in a timely manner and dated notes in a consistent ...
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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
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, medical record review, policy reviews and interview, the facility failed to implement Enhanced Barrier Pre...
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Nov 2023
1 deficiency
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
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on resident interview, medical record review, staff interview and facility policy review the facility failed to ensure residents were provided showers as per their preference. This affected one ...
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Aug 2022
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0578
(Tag F0578)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview the facility failed to ensure the code status in the hard chart/medical record matched the ...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • 39% turnover. Below Ohio's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 13 deficiencies on record, including 2 serious (caused harm) violations. Ask about corrective actions taken.
- • $13,340 in fines. Above average for Ohio. Some compliance problems on record.
About This Facility
What is Austinwoods Rehab Health Care's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns AUSTINWOODS REHAB HEALTH CARE an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within Ohio, 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 Austinwoods Rehab Health Care Staffed?
CMS rates AUSTINWOODS REHAB HEALTH CARE's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 39%, compared to the Ohio average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Austinwoods Rehab Health Care?
State health inspectors documented 13 deficiencies at AUSTINWOODS REHAB HEALTH CARE during 2022 to 2025. These included: 2 that caused actual resident harm and 11 with potential for harm. Deficiencies causing actual harm indicate documented cases where residents experienced negative health consequences.
Who Owns and Operates Austinwoods Rehab Health Care?
AUSTINWOODS REHAB HEALTH CARE is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 99 certified beds and approximately 84 residents (about 85% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in AUSTINTOWN, Ohio.
How Does Austinwoods Rehab Health Care Compare to Other Ohio Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Ohio, AUSTINWOODS REHAB HEALTH CARE's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (39%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Austinwoods Rehab Health Care?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "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?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Austinwoods Rehab Health Care Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, AUSTINWOODS REHAB HEALTH CARE 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 Ohio. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Austinwoods Rehab Health Care Stick Around?
AUSTINWOODS REHAB HEALTH CARE has a staff turnover rate of 39%, which is about average for Ohio nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Austinwoods Rehab Health Care Ever Fined?
AUSTINWOODS REHAB HEALTH CARE has been fined $13,340 across 1 penalty action. This is below the Ohio average of $33,212. While any fine indicates a compliance issue, fines under $50,000 are relatively common and typically reflect isolated problems that were subsequently corrected. Families should ask what specific issues led to these fines and confirm they've been resolved.
Is Austinwoods Rehab Health Care on Any Federal Watch List?
AUSTINWOODS REHAB HEALTH CARE 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.