PLEASANT ACRES REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Pleasant Acres Rehabilitation and Nursing Center has received a Trust Grade of F, indicating significant concerns about the quality of care provided. With a state rank of #621 out of 653, they fall in the bottom half of Pennsylvania facilities, and they rank #13 out of 14 in York County, meaning only one other local option is worse. The facility is showing some improvement, as the number of issues decreased from 17 in 2024 to 12 in 2025. Staffing is a relative strength with a 4 out of 5-star rating, but the turnover rate is average at 51%. However, there are serious concerns as the facility has been fined $198,550, which is more than 85% of other facilities in the state, and they have less RN coverage than 90% of Pennsylvania facilities. Specific incidents include a failure to prevent elopement of a resident, putting many others at risk, and a lack of timely measures to protect residents from sexual abuse, which resulted in a serious incident for one resident. While the staffing and trends show some positive aspects, the facility's overall poor ratings and serious findings highlight significant weaknesses that families should carefully consider.
- Trust Score
- F
- In Pennsylvania
- #621/653
- Safety Record
- High Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 51% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- $198,550 in fines. Lower than most Pennsylvania facilities. Relatively clean record.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 23 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Pennsylvania. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 48 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
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, fire safety.
The Bad
Below Pennsylvania average (3.0)
Significant quality concerns identified by CMS
Near Pennsylvania avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Well above median ($33,413)
Significant penalties indicating serious issues
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 48 deficiencies on record
Mar 2025
12 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 clinical record review and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that the resident ass...
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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
Based on observations, clinical record review, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to review and revise the resident's care plan to reflect the resident's current status f...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0658
(Tag F0658)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on staff interviews, record review, and the facility's licensed staff scope of practice, it was determined that the facility failed to follow professional standards of practice when transcribing...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, clinical record review, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain adequate personal hygiene and grooming of residents dependent on staff for as...
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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 facility policy, review of the clinical records, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure care and services are provided in accordance with physician orders ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0698
(Tag F0698)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on review of facility policy, clinical record review, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain complete and accurate records related to dialysis communication...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Drug Regimen Review
(Tag F0756)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on clinical record review, facility policy review, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure Medication Regimen Reviews were completed by a consultant pharmacist...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on review of facility policy, clinical record review, observations, and interviews with staff and residents, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that care and services were prov...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a safe, clean, comfortable, and home-like interior on two of five nursing units (Main 1 and fifth flo...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on clinical record review, observation, and resident and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to develop a comprehensive person-centered care plan for four of 41 records ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on policy review, clinical record review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide a rationale and duration for expending a PRN (as needed) psychotropic dedicat...
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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 review of facility policy, observations, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to store and serve food/beverages in accordance with professional standards regarding...
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Aug 2024
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(E)
📢 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 F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a clean, comfortable, homelike interior on one of five units observed (5th floor).
Findings include:
O...
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Apr 2024
10 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
Based on policy review, observation, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that care and services were provided in a manner that enhanced or maintained resident di...
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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 clinical record review, observations, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that resident needs were accommodated regarding call bell accessibility for two...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0583
(Tag F0583)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, facility policy review, clinical record review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide the resident personal privacy during medical treatment ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations and resident and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a safe, clean, comfortable, and home-like environment for two of 35 residents observed (...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Drug Regimen Review
(Tag F0756)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on clinical record review, facility document review, and staff interview, it was determined that facility failed to provide an appropriate rationale to a pharmacy recommendation, resulting in th...
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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
Based on observations, policy review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to follow infection control standards for two of five residents observed for medication administra...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on policy review, clinical record review, and resident and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to develop and implement a comprehensive person-centered plan of care for ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on facility policy review, clinical record review, facility document review, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure resident medication regimens were free fro...
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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 select facility document review, clinical record review, observations, and staff interviews, it was determined the facility failed to ensure the menu was followed at one of one meal observed,...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0805
(Tag F0805)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on menu extension sheet review, observations, and staff interviews, it was determined the facility failed to ensure residents were served food prepared in a form designed to meet their individua...
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Mar 2024
3 deficiencies
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 F0658
(Tag F0658)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, clinical record review, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ens...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 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
Notification of Changes
(Tag F0580)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, clinical record reviews, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ti...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 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
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on facility policy review, clinical record review, facility incident report review, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that residents received adequate as...
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Feb 2024
3 deficiencies
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
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure care and services were provided in accordance with professional standards of practice to meet ...
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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
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on clinical record review, policy review, observations, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to provide respiratory care consistent with professional standards of pra...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 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 F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation and resident and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a safe, clean, home-like interior on three of five nursing units observed (100, 200, and 3...
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Aug 2023
1 deficiency
1 IJ (1 affecting multiple)
CRITICAL
(K)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Someone could have died · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, observations, facility document review, staff interviews, and facility policy review, it was de...
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Jul 2023
2 deficiencies
1 IJ
CRITICAL
(J)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident
Based on staff interviews, clinical record review, facility policy, and documentation review, it was determined that the facility failed to promptly take measures necessary to protect residents from f...
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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
Abuse Prevention Policies
(Tag F0607)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on staff interviews, clinical record review, facility policy, and documentation review, it was determined that the facility failed implement policies and procedures for investigating and reporti...
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May 2023
16 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
Based on observation, policy review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure each resident is treated with dignity and respect, as well as provided care in a manner a...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0557
(Tag F0557)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on document review, observation, policy review, and resident and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure each resident the right to be treated with respect and dign...
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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
Based on observation, clinical record review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that the resident care plan was reviewed and revised to reflect the resident's c...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on policy review, clinical record review, observations, and staff and resident interviews, it was determined that the faci...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, document review, facility policy review, and resident and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure a resident environment free of accident hazards fo...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on clinical record review, policy review, observation, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure care and management of a urinary catheter (a tube placed and held...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Tube Feeding
(Tag F0693)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, facility policy review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide appropriate care and services to residents receiving tube feedings for one of 4...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Drug Regimen Review
(Tag F0756)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on facility policy review, clinical record review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that the licensed pharmacist's report of a medication irregularity wa...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0757
(Tag F0757)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on a review of clinical records and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure residents did not receive unnecessary medications for two of 17 residents reviewed (Resi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0806
(Tag F0806)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, policy review, record reviews, and resident and employee interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to provided residents food that accommodates resident allergies, ...
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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
Based on a review of clinical records, facility policy review, and staff interview, it was determined the facility failed to follow the antibiotic stewardship program related to antibiotic usage as ev...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0577
(Tag F0577)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure each resident the right to examine the results of the most recent survey conducted by Federal or State s...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0578
(Tag F0578)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on clinical record review, facility policy review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure each resident the right to formulate an advance directive for two of ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure a clean, comfortable, homelike environment on one of five units toured (first floor Memory Care Unit).
F...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of facility policy, observations, clinical record review, and staff and resident interviews, the facility failed...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, clinical record review, as well as and staff and resident interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure care and services were provided in accordance with prof...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "What changes have you made since the serious inspection findings?"
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Licensed and certified facility. Meets minimum state requirements.
- • Multiple safety concerns identified: 2 life-threatening violation(s), $198,550 in fines. Review inspection reports carefully.
- • 48 deficiencies on record, including 2 critical (life-threatening) violations. These warrant careful review before choosing this facility.
- • $198,550 in fines. Extremely high, among the most fined facilities in Pennsylvania. Major compliance failures.
- • Grade F (1/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
About This Facility
What is Pleasant Acres Rehabilitation And Nursing Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns PLEASANT ACRES REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, which is considered much below average nationally. Within Pennsylvania, this rating places the facility higher than 0% of the state's 100 nursing homes. A rating at this level reflects concerns identified through health inspections, staffing assessments, or quality measures that families should carefully consider.
How is Pleasant Acres Rehabilitation And Nursing Center Staffed?
CMS rates PLEASANT ACRES REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 51%, compared to the Pennsylvania average of 46%.
What Have Inspectors Found at Pleasant Acres Rehabilitation And Nursing Center?
State health inspectors documented 48 deficiencies at PLEASANT ACRES REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER during 2023 to 2025. These included: 2 Immediate Jeopardy (the most serious level, indicating potential for serious harm or death) and 46 with potential for harm. Immediate Jeopardy findings are rare and represent the most serious regulatory concerns. They require immediate corrective action.
Who Owns and Operates Pleasant Acres Rehabilitation And Nursing Center?
PLEASANT ACRES REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by JONATHAN BLEIER, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 375 certified beds and approximately 356 residents (about 95% occupancy), it is a large facility located in YORK, Pennsylvania.
How Does Pleasant Acres Rehabilitation And Nursing Center Compare to Other Pennsylvania Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Pennsylvania, PLEASANT ACRES REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER's overall rating (1 stars) is below the state average of 3.0, staff turnover (51%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (1 stars) is much below the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Pleasant Acres Rehabilitation And Nursing Center?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "What changes have been made since the serious inspection findings, and how are you preventing similar issues?" "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?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's Immediate Jeopardy citations.
Is Pleasant Acres Rehabilitation And Nursing Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, PLEASANT ACRES REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER has documented safety concerns. Inspectors have issued 2 Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death). The facility has a 1-star overall rating and ranks #100 of 100 nursing homes in Pennsylvania. Families considering this facility should ask detailed questions about what corrective actions have been taken since these incidents.
Do Nurses at Pleasant Acres Rehabilitation And Nursing Center Stick Around?
PLEASANT ACRES REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 51%, which is 5 percentage points above the Pennsylvania average of 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 Pleasant Acres Rehabilitation And Nursing Center Ever Fined?
PLEASANT ACRES REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER has been fined $198,550 across 2 penalty actions. This is 5.7x the Pennsylvania average of $35,064. Fines at this level are uncommon and typically indicate a pattern of serious deficiencies, repeated violations, or failure to correct problems promptly. CMS reserves penalties of this magnitude for facilities that pose significant, documented risk to resident health or safety. Families should request specific documentation of what issues led to these fines and what systemic changes have been implemented.
Is Pleasant Acres Rehabilitation And Nursing Center on Any Federal Watch List?
PLEASANT ACRES REHABILITATION AND NURSING 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.