Providence Care Center
2025 Hayes Avenue · Sandusky, OH · 44870 · 4196272273
138 certified beds Non profit - Church related Chain: Commonspirit Health
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
61% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.10 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.47 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.87 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 61% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (39 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 3, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 24, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 3, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 24, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 10, 2025 · 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 July 13, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected July 13, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E July 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected July 13, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 21, 2025
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected July 13, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 21, 2025
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected July 13, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 21, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected July 13, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 21, 2025
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected July 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 21, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 21, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected July 13, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F May 21, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 13, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F May 21, 2025
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected July 13, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E May 21, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected July 13, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E May 21, 2025
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected July 13, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D May 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected July 13, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected July 13, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected July 13, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected July 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 26, 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 · D September 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 16, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D October 5, 2023
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected November 3, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 5, 2023
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected November 3, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 5, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 3, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 365976 · certified since January 1, 1995. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.