NORTH PARK CARE CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
North Park Care Center in Brook Park, Ohio, has received a Trust Grade of A, indicating it is excellent and highly recommended for families considering care options. It ranks #121 out of 913 facilities in Ohio, placing it in the top half, and #12 out of 92 in Cuyahoga County, meaning only a handful of local options are rated higher. The facility is improving, having decreased its issues from three in 2022 to none in 2025, and it has a strong staffing rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a turnover rate of 30%, significantly lower than the state average. There are no fines on record, which is a positive sign, but the facility does have average RN coverage, suggesting a need for improvement in nursing staff availability. Specific incidents noted by inspectors include a refrigerator being too warm, which could affect food safety, and a failure to ensure a dignified dining experience for a resident requiring assistance, highlighting areas where care could be enhanced. Overall, while there are some weaknesses, North Park Care Center demonstrates strong overall performance and a commitment to improvement.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Ohio
- #121/913
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 30% turnover. Near Ohio's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Ohio facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 44 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Ohio. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ○ Average
- 6 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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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
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Staff turnover below average (30%)
18 points below Ohio average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
16pts below Ohio avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 6 deficiencies on record
Jul 2022
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, record review, and policy review the facility failed to ensure staff ensured a dignified dining...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation and staff interview the facility failed to maintain its kitchen area in a manner to prevent food spoilage and prevent food borne illnesses. This had the potential to affect all 30...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to post up-to-date staffing information in public areas. This had the po...
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Jul 2019
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
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 Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment was coded accurately. ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0810
(Tag F0810)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure consistent use of adaptive equipment. This affe...
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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, record review, staff interview and review of infection control policies and procedures, the facility faile...
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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
- • Grade A (90/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Ohio.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Ohio facilities.
- • 30% turnover. Below Ohio's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is North Park's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns NORTH PARK CARE CENTER an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much 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 North Park Staffed?
CMS rates NORTH PARK CARE CENTER's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 30%, compared to the Ohio average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at North Park?
State health inspectors documented 6 deficiencies at NORTH PARK CARE CENTER during 2019 to 2022. These included: 5 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates North Park?
NORTH PARK CARE CENTER 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 34 certified beds and approximately 31 residents (about 91% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in BROOK PARK, Ohio.
How Does North Park Compare to Other Ohio Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Ohio, NORTH PARK CARE CENTER's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (30%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting North Park?
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 North Park Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, NORTH PARK CARE CENTER 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 5-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 North Park Stick Around?
NORTH PARK CARE CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 30%, 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 North Park Ever Fined?
NORTH PARK CARE CENTER 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 North Park on Any Federal Watch List?
NORTH PARK CARE CENTER 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.