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HomeOhioOhio Veterans Home

Ohio Veterans Home

3416 Columbus Ave, Sandusky, OH 448704196252454
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
2/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
427
certified
This facility has been flagged for abuse.
Last health inspection was more than 2 years ago.

Key Findings

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

• Has 427 certified beds with an average of 232 residents per day (54% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 10 deficiencies (inspected Jan 11, 2024)

• No fines on record

• Total nursing staff: 4.65 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 36.0%

Ohio Veterans Home is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Sandusky, Ohio with 427 certified beds. It has been operating since 2006. The facility scored above average compared to Ohio facilities.

Beds
427
Avg Residents/Day
232
Ownership
Government - State
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Oct 1, 2006
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Erie
Last Inspection
Jan 11, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
10
Weighted Score
68.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (19)

F0600Immediate Jeopardy

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Nov 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0600Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Jun 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0602Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

Survey: Jun 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Actual Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jun 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0558Potential for Harm

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Survey: Jan 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0657Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0685Potential for Harm

Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

Survey: Jan 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jan 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0697Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0926Potential for Harm

Have policies on smoking.

Survey: Jan 28, 2025Corrected: 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: Oct 24, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Oct 24, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Actual Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Oct 24, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0803Potential for Harm

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Survey: Oct 24, 2019Corrected: 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: Oct 24, 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: Sep 13, 2018Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Sep 13, 2018Corrected: NoCycle: 3
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: Sep 13, 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 Aide2.54 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN1.38 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.73 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing4.65 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.98 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.02 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
36.0%
RN Turnover
13.9%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
Government - State
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (3)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
STATE OF OHIO OFFICE OF BUDGET AND MANAGEMENT STATE ACCOUNTING5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Jan 1, 1996
HOLECEK, TERRYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 8, 2024
ORCHOWSKI, PAULAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 14, 2015

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Ohio Veterans Home?▾
Ohio Veterans Home has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has Ohio Veterans Home had any health inspection violations?▾
Ohio Veterans Home had 10 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jan 11, 2024). The facility has no fines on record.
What are the staffing levels at Ohio Veterans Home?▾
Ohio Veterans Home provides 4.65 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.73 RN hours, 1.38 LPN hours, and 2.54 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 36.0%.
How many beds does Ohio Veterans Home have?▾
Ohio Veterans Home has 427 certified beds with an average of 232 residents per day, resulting in approximately 54% occupancy. The facility is Government - State owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Ohio Veterans Home?▾
Yes, there are 3 other nursing homes in Sandusky, Ohio with an average rating of 3.3/5. You can compare all facilities on the Sandusky nursing homes page.