Ottawa Co Riverview Nursing Ho
8180 W State Rt 163 · Oak Harbor, OH · 43449 · 4198982851
115 certified beds Government - County
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
No standard inspection in over 2 years
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.32 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.58 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.13 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 37% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $17,345 |
Inspection citations (4 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J June 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected June 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected March 15, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 18, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected July 6, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2020
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected March 12, 2020 · Resident Rights
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| June 10, 2025 | Fine | $17,345 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 365498 · certified since June 27, 1980. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.