Parkside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

908 Symmes Road · Fairfield, OH · 45014 · 5138686500

76 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Embassy Healthcare

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.
  • Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.

Red flags

No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.

Score breakdown

Inspection record 30% of score 39
Serious harm & abuse 20% 88
Staffing 20% 81
Federal penalties 15% 54
Trend 10% 34
Context 5% 100

Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.

CMS ratings & staffing

Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5

Total nurse hours / resident-day5.403.48 min · 4.1 strong
RN hours / resident-day0.510.55–0.75
Weekend hours / resident-day4.74≈ weekday level
Nursing turnover / year46%median 45%
Fines (3-yr window)2 · $45,804

Inspection citations (34 in the current record)

  • Actual harm · G July 31, 2025 · found via complaint

    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Corrected August 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025

    Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

    Corrected August 25, 2025 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025

    Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

    Corrected August 25, 2025 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025

    Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

    Corrected August 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025

    Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

    Corrected August 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Corrected August 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025

    Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

    Corrected August 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D July 31, 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 August 25, 2025 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · F July 31, 2025

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Corrected August 25, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · F July 31, 2025

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Corrected August 25, 2025 · Infection Control

  • Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025

    Provide bedrooms that don't allow residents to see each other when privacy is needed.

    Corrected August 25, 2025 · Environmental

  • Potential for harm · F July 31, 2025

    Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

    Corrected August 25, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services

  • Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025 · found via complaint

    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Corrected August 25, 2025 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025 · found via complaint

    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Corrected August 25, 2025 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · E July 31, 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 August 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025 · found via complaint

    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Corrected August 25, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025 · found via complaint

    Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

    Corrected August 25, 2025 · Environmental

  • Potential for harm · D February 8, 2024 · found via complaint

    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Corrected February 29, 2024 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D February 8, 2024 · found via complaint

    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Corrected February 29, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  • Potential for harm · D February 8, 2024 · found via complaint

    Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Corrected February 29, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  • Actual harm · G August 1, 2023 · found via complaint

    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Corrected August 2, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D August 1, 2023 · found via complaint

    Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

    Corrected August 2, 2023 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · D June 27, 2022

    Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

    Corrected July 30, 2022 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D June 27, 2022

    Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

    Corrected July 30, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · E June 27, 2022

    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Corrected July 30, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.

Federal penalties

DateTypeAmount / length
July 31, 2025Fine$35,945
August 1, 2023Fine$9,859

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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 365363 · certified since January 12, 1978. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.