nursing home in Wellston, OH
Jenkins Care Community
142 Jenkins Memorial Road, Wellston, OH 45692 · (740) 384-2119
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Jenkins Care Community at a glance
Jenkins Care Community is a 57-bed non-profit nursing home in Wellston, Ohio (Jackson County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Ohio average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 6, 2025) found 9 health citations. The Ohio average is 10.3.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 26% per year (state average 48.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 57
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- September 13, 1979
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Jackson County
- CMS Certification Number
- 365431
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.95 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.41 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.17 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.49 hrs | 3.28 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 26% | 48.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 16.7% | 43.9% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 9 | 10 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 30 | 80.7 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $26,381 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 57 | 88 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 44 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 77.4% | 84.3% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 9.2% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.6% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 8.3% | 8.8% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.9% | 0.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 8.6% | 5.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 12.5% | 6.1% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.8% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.6% | 30.1% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 25.8% | 25.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 23.9% | 21.4% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 92.7% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 84.2% | 75.6% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.4% | 78.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 23 health deficiencies and 9 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 19, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 6, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 6, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Complaint | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 6, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0362 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Standard | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| December 26, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| August 11, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 9, 2022 |
| August 11, 2022 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 9, 2022 |
| August 11, 2022 Fire safety | Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0131 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 9, 2022 |
| November 15, 2019 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 18, 2019 |
| November 15, 2019 Fire safety | Ensure operating rooms are properly protected and written records are maintained and available for inspection. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0913 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 18, 2019 |
| November 15, 2019 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected December 18, 2019 |
| November 15, 2019 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 18, 2019 |
| November 15, 2019 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 18, 2019 |
| November 15, 2019 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 18, 2019 |
| November 15, 2019 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 18, 2019 |
| November 15, 2019 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 18, 2019 |
| November 15, 2019 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 18, 2019 |
| November 15, 2019 Standard | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 18, 2019 |
| November 15, 2019 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 18, 2019 |
| November 15, 2019 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 18, 2019 |
| November 15, 2019 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 18, 2019 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| JUSCHKA, DIRK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2022 |
| NICHOLS, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2001 |
| POTTER, WILLIAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/03/2013 |
| ERVIN, GREGORY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/15/2002 |
| FULKS, DAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| FURBEE, MICHELE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| HAYES, RONALD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2003 |
| HOLZAPFEL, BONNIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2017 |
| MASSIE, MARTHA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2000 |
| POTTER, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/04/2013 |
| SIMMONS, JEFF Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2021 |
| NICHOLS, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2001 |
| POTTER, WILLIAM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/04/2013 |
| POTTER, WILLIAM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/04/2013 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Jenkins Care Community's rating?
Jenkins Care Community has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Ohio nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did Jenkins Care Community receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Ohio average of 10.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Jenkins Care Community accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Jenkins Care Community?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Jenkins Care Community and how do I contact it?
Jenkins Care Community is at 142 Jenkins Memorial Road, Wellston, OH 45692. Phone: (740) 384-2119.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.