Virginia Beach Healthcare and Rehab Center
1801 Camelot Drive · Virginia Beach, VA · 23454 · 7574813500
180 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Lifeworks Rehab
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
$131,313 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
74% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.30 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.30 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.85 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 74% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $131,313 |
Inspection citations (89 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 2025 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected January 21, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected March 6, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 6, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G October 11, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected November 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G October 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected January 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 11, 2024
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected November 19, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 11, 2024
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected November 19, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 11, 2024
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected November 19, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 11, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected January 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 11, 2024
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Corrected January 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E October 11, 2024
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected November 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E October 11, 2024
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.
Corrected November 19, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 11, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 15, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 11, 2024
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected November 19, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E October 11, 2024
Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.
Corrected November 19, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E October 11, 2024
Ensure that staff members are educated on resident rights and facility responsibilities to properly care for its residents.
Corrected November 19, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 11, 2024
Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program.
Corrected January 15, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E October 11, 2024
Provide training in compliance and ethics.
Corrected November 19, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E October 11, 2024
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Corrected November 19, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E October 11, 2024
Provide behavior health training consistent with the requirements and as determined by a facility assessment.
Corrected January 15, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F October 11, 2024 · 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 November 19, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected November 19, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E October 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected November 19, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E October 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected March 6, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E October 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected November 19, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 11, 2024 | Fine | $131,313 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 495237 · certified since April 5, 1991. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.