RIVERSIDE HEALTH & REHAB CNTR
Over 2 years since last inspection. Current conditions may differ from available data.
Riverside Health & Rehab Center in Danville, Virginia, has received a Trust Grade of B, indicating it is a good option for families seeking care, although it is not the top tier. The facility ranks #98 out of 285 in Virginia, placing it in the top half of nursing homes in the state, and is the best option among the four facilities in Danville City County. The trend is stable, with 5 issues identified in both 2021 and 2023, suggesting consistent but manageable challenges. Staffing is a concern, with a rating of 2 out of 5 stars and a turnover rate of 49%, which is average for the state, indicating that staff may not be as familiar with residents as they could be. Importantly, there have been no fines reported, which is a positive sign, and the facility has average RN coverage, meaning residents receive decent nursing supervision. However, specific incidents have raised concerns: one resident did not receive prescribed antibiotic medication for an infection, and there were issues with documentation of COVID-19 testing for residents, which could affect their care. Overall, Riverside Health & Rehab Center has strengths in its rankings and absence of fines, but families should be aware of staffing challenges and some critical care shortcomings.
- Trust Score
- B
- In Virginia
- #98/285
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Holding Steady
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 49% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Virginia facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 25 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Virginia. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 22 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in fire safety.
The Bad
Near Virginia avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 22 deficiencies on record
Sept 2023
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
Based on observation, resident interview, staff interview, local ombudsman interview, clinical record review, and facility document review, the facility staff failed to provide care and services to me...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, staff interview, clinical record review, and facility document review, the facility staff failed to ensure...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0744
(Tag F0744)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on staff interview and clinical record review, facility staff failed to ensure that a resident diagnosed with dementia received the appropriate treatment and services by monitoring targeted beha...
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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 staff interview, clinical record review, and facility document review, the facility staff failed to ensure the attending physician reviewed the pharmacists recommendations for 3 of 35 current...
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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 staff interview, clinical record review, and facility document review, the facility staff failed to ensure each resident's drug regimen was free from unnecessary drugs for 1 of 35 current res...
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Mar 2021
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0655
(Tag F0655)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, interviews, and the review of documents, it was determined the facility staff failed to develop a base-line care plan to address indwelling urinary catheter needs at the time of...
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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, Resident interview, staff interview and clinical record review the facility staff failed to provide ADL (activities of daily living) care for dependent residents for 2 of 28 resi...
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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
2. For Resident #65, facility staff failed to follow physician's orders for blood glucose monitoring.
Resident #65's diagnosis list indicated diagnoses, which included, but not limited to Cellulitis o...
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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 observations, interviews, and the review of documents, it was determined the facility staff failed to ensure medical provider orders were obtained/provided to address the urinary catheter nee...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0886
(Tag F0886)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on staff interview, facility document review, and clinical record review, the facility staff failed to consistently document in the resident's clinical records that COVID-19 testing was offered,...
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Feb 2019
12 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0578
(Tag F0578)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on staff interview and clinical record review, the facility staff failed to accurately complete a DDNR (durable do not resuscitate) order form for one of 37 Residents, Residents #142.
The findi...
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CONCERN
(D)
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 interview and facility document review, the facility staff failed to ensure that employee background checks were obtained within a timely manner upon hire to the facility for 2 of 25 ne...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, staff interview, clinical record review, and facility document review, the facility staff failed to implement the CCP (comprehensive care plan) for one of 37 Residents, Resident ...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. The facility staff failed to assess blood pressures for Resident # 85 prior to the administration of blood pressure medicatio...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, clinical record review, and staff interview, the facility staff failed to ensure that 1 of 37 Residents in...
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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, clinical record review, staff interview, and facility document review, the facility staff failed to ensure...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pharmacy Services
(Tag F0755)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and staff interview, the facility staff failed to dispose of an expired medication on 1 of 3 units (the Sou...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on staff interview and clinical record review the facility staff failed to follow up on pharmacy recommendation for 1 of 3...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
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 interview, the facility staff failed to ensure that 1 of 37 Residents in the survey sa...
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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 staff interview and clinical record review the facility staff failed to sustain an accurate clinical record for 1 of 37...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Smoking Policies
(Tag F0926)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, staff interview, clinical record review, and facility document review, the facility staff failed to follow their policy and procedure regarding the Residents smoking supplies for...
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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 staff failed to prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety.
Findings:
On 2/19/19 at 4:1...
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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
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Virginia facilities.
- • 22 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Riverside Health & Rehab Cntr's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns RIVERSIDE HEALTH & REHAB CNTR an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within Virginia, 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 Riverside Health & Rehab Cntr Staffed?
CMS rates RIVERSIDE HEALTH & REHAB CNTR's staffing level at 2 out of 5 stars, which is below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 49%, compared to the Virginia average of 46%.
What Have Inspectors Found at Riverside Health & Rehab Cntr?
State health inspectors documented 22 deficiencies at RIVERSIDE HEALTH & REHAB CNTR during 2019 to 2023. These included: 22 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Riverside Health & Rehab Cntr?
RIVERSIDE HEALTH & REHAB CNTR 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 LIFEWORKS REHAB, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 180 certified beds and approximately 168 residents (about 93% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in DANVILLE, Virginia.
How Does Riverside Health & Rehab Cntr Compare to Other Virginia Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Virginia, RIVERSIDE HEALTH & REHAB CNTR's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.0, staff turnover (49%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Riverside Health & Rehab Cntr?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "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?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?" These questions are particularly relevant given the below-average staffing rating.
Is Riverside Health & Rehab Cntr Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, RIVERSIDE HEALTH & REHAB CNTR 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 Virginia. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Riverside Health & Rehab Cntr Stick Around?
RIVERSIDE HEALTH & REHAB CNTR has a staff turnover rate of 49%, which is about average for Virginia 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 Riverside Health & Rehab Cntr Ever Fined?
RIVERSIDE HEALTH & REHAB CNTR 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 Riverside Health & Rehab Cntr on Any Federal Watch List?
RIVERSIDE HEALTH & REHAB CNTR 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.