Northridge Health Center, the
35990 Westminster Ave · North Ridgeville, OH · 44039 · 4403278511
96 certified beds For profit - Individual
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
65% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.28 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.39 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.08 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 65% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (37 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected September 30, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 30, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected September 30, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F September 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 30, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E February 6, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F February 6, 2025
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F February 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F February 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F February 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 365645 · certified since December 20, 1984. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.