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HomeMassachusettsOaks, the

Oaks, the

4525 Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, MA 027455085012012
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
122
certified

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 4/5 stars (above average)

• Has 122 certified beds with an average of 107.7 residents per day (88% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 4 deficiencies (inspected Dec 12, 2024)

• No fines on record

• Total nursing staff: 3.90 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 33.9%

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

Oaks, the is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in New Bedford, Massachusetts with 122 certified beds. It has been operating since 1989. The facility scored above average compared to Massachusetts facilities.

Beds
122
Avg Residents/Day
107.7
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Oct 10, 1989
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Bristol
Last Inspection
Dec 12, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4
Weighted Score
30.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (15)

F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0756Potential for Harm

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Survey: Dec 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0758Potential for Harm

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Survey: Dec 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Dec 12, 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: Sep 12, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0583Potential for Harm

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Survey: Sep 12, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Sep 12, 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: Sep 12, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Sep 12, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0770Potential for Harm

Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.

Survey: Sep 12, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Sep 12, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0908Potential for Harm

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Survey: Sep 12, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 28, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0698Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 28, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: May 28, 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 Aide2.28 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN1.04 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.59 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing3.90 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.50 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.04 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
33.9%
RN Turnover
41.2%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (20)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
PRESTON, FORREST5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual99%Feb 20, 2003
LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC.OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/ANov 1, 2003
NEW BEDFORD MEDICAL INVESTORS, LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJul 15, 2019
HETZLER, JULIANNEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AAug 1, 2023
LONG, ZOFIAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 1999
MEDEIROS, TAYLEROPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 10, 2023
PRESTON, AUBREYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 27, 2024
PRESTON, FORRESTOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AFeb 20, 2003
SILVA, HELENAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJun 13, 2016
FLETCHER, TODDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMay 1, 2021
LAY, LISACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AApr 24, 2017
SWANKER, RICHARDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2022
ZIEGLER, JAMESCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 18, 2001
CROSS, CINDYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ANov 1, 2003
FLETCHER, TODDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ANov 2, 2020
HENRY, TERRYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ANov 1, 2003
LAY, LISACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AFeb 9, 2018
SWANKER, RICHARDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AApr 1, 2011
THURMOND, JOANCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ANov 1, 2003
ZIEGLER, JAMESCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AAug 16, 1999

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Oaks, the?▾
Oaks, the has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has Oaks, the had any health inspection violations?▾
Oaks, the had 4 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Dec 12, 2024). The facility has no fines on record.
What are the staffing levels at Oaks, the?▾
Oaks, the provides 3.90 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.59 RN hours, 1.04 LPN hours, and 2.28 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 33.9%.
How many beds does Oaks, the have?▾
Oaks, the has 122 certified beds with an average of 107.7 residents per day, resulting in approximately 88% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Life Care Centers of America chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Oaks, the?▾
Yes, there are 5 other nursing homes in New Bedford, Massachusetts with an average rating of 2.7/5. You can compare all facilities on the New Bedford nursing homes page.

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