THE MEADOWS AT OSBORN PARK
Over 2 years since last inspection. Current conditions may differ from available data.
The Meadows at Osborn Park has a Trust Grade of B+, indicating it is above average and recommended for families seeking care. With a state rank of #175 out of 913 in Ohio, the facility is in the top half, and it ranks #4 out of 8 in Erie County, meaning only three other local facilities are rated higher. The facility is improving, with issues decreasing from 7 in 2020 to just 2 in 2023. Staffing is a relative strength with a 4 out of 5-star rating and a turnover rate of 40%, which is below the Ohio average, meaning staff are familiar with the residents. However, the facility has concerning RN coverage, being lower than 87% of Ohio facilities, which could impact the quality of care. There have been some specific incidents noted, including a failure to serve the proper portion sizes of pureed diets to 12 residents, which could affect their nutrition. Additionally, there was a concern regarding the maintenance of accurate medical records for nutritional supplements affecting one resident, which is important for their overall health. While the facility has no fines on record, indicating compliance with regulations, families should weigh these strengths and weaknesses carefully.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In Ohio
- #175/913
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 40% 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 ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 29 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Ohio. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 13 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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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 (40%)
8 points below Ohio average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Ohio avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 13 deficiencies on record
Mar 2023
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Review of Resident #39's medical record revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with admitting diagnoses...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, observation, and staff interview, the facility failed to maintain accurate medical records regar...
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Feb 2020
7 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0558
(Tag F0558)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on medical record review, observation, family interview, staff interview, and review of facility policy, the facility failed to ensure call lights were in reach for three (#45, #57, #65) of 24 r...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0561
(Tag F0561)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, medical records review, resident interview, and staff interview, the facility failed to honor resident choice on roommates and who to eat meals with for two (#62 and #85) of 24 ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0625
(Tag F0625)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, review of facility policy, family interview, review of financial records, and staff interview, t...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, resident interview, family interview, and staff interviews, the facility failed to ensure reside...
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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
Based on observations, medical record review, and staff interviews, the facility failed to follow physician orders for the application of a boot to the lower extremity for one (#1) of five residents r...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0685
(Tag F0685)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based of review of a nurse's note, review of a vision provider note, review of an Eye Glass Tracker form, review of a Vision Care form, staff interviews, and review of facility policy, revealed the fa...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Menu Adequacy
(Tag F0803)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations, review of dietary menus, review of dietary spreadsheets, and staff interviews, the facility failed to serve the identified portion sizes of pureed chicken to 12 residents (#4, #...
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Jan 2019
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Transfer Notice
(Tag F0623)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, staff interview and facility policy review, the facility failed to notify the resident, the resident's r...
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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 medical record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure accurate Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments we...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0660
(Tag F0660)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, facility policy and staff interviews, the facility failed to ensure residents had a plan in plac...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0661
(Tag F0661)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure a discharge summary was completed and post discharge p...
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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 B+ (85/100). 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.
- • 40% turnover. Below Ohio's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 13 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is The Meadows At Osborn Park's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns THE MEADOWS AT OSBORN PARK 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 The Meadows At Osborn Park Staffed?
CMS rates THE MEADOWS AT OSBORN PARK's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 40%, compared to the Ohio average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at The Meadows At Osborn Park?
State health inspectors documented 13 deficiencies at THE MEADOWS AT OSBORN PARK during 2019 to 2023. These included: 13 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates The Meadows At Osborn Park?
THE MEADOWS AT OSBORN PARK is owned by a government entity. Government-operated facilities are typically run by state, county, or municipal agencies. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 130 certified beds and approximately 106 residents (about 82% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in HURON, Ohio.
How Does The Meadows At Osborn Park Compare to Other Ohio Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Ohio, THE MEADOWS AT OSBORN PARK's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (40%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting The Meadows At Osborn 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 The Meadows At Osborn Park Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, THE MEADOWS AT OSBORN PARK 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 The Meadows At Osborn Park Stick Around?
THE MEADOWS AT OSBORN PARK has a staff turnover rate of 40%, 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 The Meadows At Osborn Park Ever Fined?
THE MEADOWS AT OSBORN PARK 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 The Meadows At Osborn Park on Any Federal Watch List?
THE MEADOWS AT OSBORN PARK 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.