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HomeAlabamaKirkwood by the River

Kirkwood by the River

3605 Ratliff Road, Birmingham, AL 352102059562184
3/5Average
Accepts Medicare Sprinkler System
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
1/5
Beds
61
certified
Last health inspection was more than 2 years ago.

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 3/5 stars (average)

• Has 61 certified beds with an average of 51.9 residents per day (85% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 1 deficiencies (inspected Oct 7, 2021)

• No fines on record

• Total nursing staff: 4.68 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 50.6% (high)

Kirkwood by the River is a 3-star Medicare certified nursing home in Birmingham, Alabama with 61 certified beds. It has been operating since 2006. The facility scored at average compared to Alabama facilities.

Beds
61
Avg Residents/Day
51.9
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Sep 8, 2006
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Jefferson
Last Inspection
Oct 7, 2021
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1
Weighted Score
8.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (8)

F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Oct 7, 2021Corrected: 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: Mar 28, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Mar 28, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0550Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 22, 2018Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 22, 2018Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0659Potential for Harm

Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care.

Survey: Mar 22, 2018Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0686Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 22, 2018Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Mar 22, 2018Corrected: 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 Aide2.73 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN1.36 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.59 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing4.68 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total4.24 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.02 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
50.6%
RN Turnover
0.0%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (7)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
BURCHFIELD, JEFFREYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AAug 1, 2013
THOMAS, ADEEBOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 1, 2020
WIDMAN, WILLIAMCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ADec 12, 2006
BRUNSTAD, MARGARETCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AApr 1, 2011
CARTER, CHADCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AOct 16, 2014
HIGGINS, JOHNCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2009
SNOW, JAMESCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AApr 1, 1997

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Kirkwood by the River?▾
Kirkwood by the River has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 1/5. This facility is rated average.
Has Kirkwood by the River had any health inspection violations?▾
Kirkwood by the River had 1 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Oct 7, 2021). The facility has no fines on record.
What are the staffing levels at Kirkwood by the River?▾
Kirkwood by the River provides 4.68 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.59 RN hours, 1.36 LPN hours, and 2.73 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 50.6%.
How many beds does Kirkwood by the River have?▾
Kirkwood by the River has 61 certified beds with an average of 51.9 residents per day, resulting in approximately 85% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Kirkwood by the River?▾
Yes, there are 19 other nursing homes in Birmingham, Alabama with an average rating of 2.4/5. You can compare all facilities on the Birmingham nursing homes page.