nursing home in Walnut Creek, OH
Walnut Hills Nursing Home
4748 Olde Pump Street, Walnut Creek, OH 44687 · (330) 893-3200
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Walnut Hills Nursing Home at a glance
Walnut Hills Nursing Home is a 56-bed non-profit nursing home in Walnut Creek, Ohio (Holmes 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 4.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 25, 2026) found 7 health citations. The Ohio average is 10.3.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 52.1% per year (state average 48.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 56
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- March 20, 2003
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Holmes County
- CMS Certification Number
- 366268
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) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.71 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.71 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.94 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.29 hrs | 3.28 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 52.1% | 48.7% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 81.3% | 43.9% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 7 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 62 | 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 | 56 | 88 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 42 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 74.6% | 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) | 0.7% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.4% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 3.7% | 8.8% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| 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) | 17.9% | 5.3% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 14.1% | 6.1% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.3% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 7.2% | 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) | 5.7% | 25.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.5% | 21.4% | 19% | Better |
| 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) | 93.8% | 92.7% | 93.6% | Average |
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) | 88.5% | 75.6% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.6% | 78.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 32 health deficiencies and 6 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 25, 2026 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 29, 2026 |
| June 25, 2026 Standard | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 29, 2026 |
| June 25, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 29, 2026 |
| June 25, 2026 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 29, 2026 |
| June 25, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 29, 2026 |
| June 25, 2026 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 29, 2026 |
| June 25, 2026 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 July 29, 2026 |
| June 25, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 29, 2026 |
| March 11, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 23, 2025 |
| November 7, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 17, 2024 |
| November 7, 2024 Fire safety | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 17, 2024 |
| November 7, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 17, 2024 |
| November 7, 2024 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 17, 2024 |
| November 7, 2024 Standard | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 17, 2024 |
| November 7, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 17, 2024 |
| November 7, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 17, 2024 |
| November 7, 2024 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 17, 2024 |
| November 7, 2024 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 17, 2024 |
| July 10, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 27, 2024 |
| July 10, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0691 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 27, 2024 |
| July 10, 2024 Complaint | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 27, 2024 |
| July 10, 2024 Complaint | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 27, 2024 |
| July 10, 2024 Complaint | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 27, 2024 |
| July 10, 2024 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 July 27, 2024 |
| July 10, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 27, 2024 |
| July 10, 2024 Complaint | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected July 27, 2024 |
| July 10, 2024 Complaint | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected July 27, 2024 |
| April 4, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 26, 2024 |
| April 4, 2024 Complaint | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 26, 2024 |
| February 6, 2024 Complaint | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0742 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 26, 2024 |
| February 6, 2024 Complaint | 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 April 26, 2024 |
| February 6, 2024 Complaint | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 26, 2024 |
| February 6, 2024 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 26, 2024 |
| September 23, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 21, 2022 |
| September 23, 2022 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 21, 2022 |
| September 23, 2022 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 21, 2022 |
| September 23, 2022 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 21, 2022 |
| September 23, 2022 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 October 21, 2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KAUFFMAN, JEREMY Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2010 |
| KAUFFMAN, JEREMY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/02/2010 |
| KAUFFMAN, JEREMY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/02/2010 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Walnut Hills Nursing Home's rating?
Walnut Hills Nursing Home 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 Walnut Hills Nursing Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Ohio average of 10.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Walnut Hills Nursing Home 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 Walnut Hills Nursing Home?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Walnut Hills Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Walnut Hills Nursing Home is at 4748 Olde Pump Street, Walnut Creek, OH 44687. Phone: (330) 893-3200.
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.