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HomeMassachusettsHighlands, the

Highlands, the

335 Nichols Road, Fitchburg, MA 014209783434411
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
168
certified

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 5/5 stars (above average)

• Has 168 certified beds with an average of 154.5 residents per day (92% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 6 deficiencies (inspected Jul 23, 2024)

• No fines on record

• Total nursing staff: 4.00 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 30.8%

• Part of the Life Care Centers of America chain (194 facilities)

Highlands, the is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Fitchburg, Massachusetts with 168 certified beds. It has been operating since 1988. The facility scored above average compared to Massachusetts facilities.

Beds
168
Avg Residents/Day
154.5
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Dec 8, 1988
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Worcester
Last Inspection
Jul 23, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
6
Weighted Score
23.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (12)

F0641Minimal Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Jul 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Jul 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Jul 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0690Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Survey: Jul 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0883Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Survey: Jul 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0580Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 20, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0698Potential for Harm

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Survey: Mar 20, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0700Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Mar 20, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 20, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Mar 9, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0692Potential for Harm

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Survey: Jun 30, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.48 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN1.07 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.46 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing4.00 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.56 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.09 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
30.8%
RN Turnover
48.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (5)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
PRESTON, FORREST5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual99%Apr 19, 2004
LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC.OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJun 30, 2005
CROSS, CINDYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AApr 19, 2004
THURMOND, JOANCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AApr 19, 2004
BONILLA, CARLOS-ANDRESW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/ASep 1, 2018

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Highlands, the?▾
Highlands, the has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has Highlands, the had any health inspection violations?▾
Highlands, the had 6 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jul 23, 2024). The facility has no fines on record.
What are the staffing levels at Highlands, the?▾
Highlands, the provides 4.00 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.46 RN hours, 1.07 LPN hours, and 2.48 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 30.8%.
How many beds does Highlands, the have?▾
Highlands, the has 168 certified beds with an average of 154.5 residents per day, resulting in approximately 92% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Life Care Centers of America chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Highlands, the?▾
Yes, there are 2 other nursing homes in Fitchburg, Massachusetts with an average rating of 2.7/5. You can compare all facilities on the Fitchburg nursing homes page.

Part of Life Care Centers of America

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