Salem North Healthcare Center
250 Continental Drive · Salem, OH · 44460 · 3303379503
86 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Communicare Health
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 72 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.26 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.65 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.90 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 45% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $23,163 |
Inspection citations (21 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 28, 2026 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected May 7, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 27, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 27, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2026
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected February 27, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 12, 2026
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 February 27, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E February 12, 2026
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected February 27, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected December 30, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F December 12, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected December 30, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Immediate jeopardy · J October 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 15, 2024 · 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 October 16, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F March 12, 2024 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 2022
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 13, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 2022
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected January 13, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F December 22, 2022
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 13, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 2022
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected January 13, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2020
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected March 18, 2020 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2020
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 18, 2020 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2020
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected March 18, 2020 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2020
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected March 18, 2020 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F March 5, 2020
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected March 18, 2020 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F March 5, 2020
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 18, 2020 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| October 15, 2024 | Fine | $23,163 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 366104 · certified since January 1, 1997. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.