Health Inspection
Inspection Summary
Saint Helens Post Acute
Citations
1
CMS Rating
2/5
Beds
92
Provider ID
385222
Healthcare Facility
Saint Helens Post Acute
Saint Helens, OR · View full profile →
SAINT HELENS POST ACUTE in SAINT HELENS, OR — inspection on January 21, 2025.
Found 1 citation. Severity: Standard violations.
Health inspections identify deficiencies that facilities must correct within required timeframes. Violations range from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns and are subject to follow-up verification.
Inspection Findings
FF883
Minimal harm or
Many Based on interview and record review it was determined the facility failed to ensure effective systems were in affected
The surveyors' fingertips became cold. A DO NOT turn heater on! fire hazard!! handwritten sign was observed posted in the shower room.
On 1/17/25 at 8:03 AM Staff 1 (Executive Director) was aware of the lack of a heat source in the shower room.
Staff 1 confirmed the shower room heater between rooms one and two was an issue and needed to be replaced.
385222
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an F-tag violation?
F-tags are federal deficiency codes used by CMS to categorize nursing home violations. Each F-tag corresponds to a specific federal regulation (42 CFR Part 483). For example, F607 relates to abuse prevention policies, F880 relates to infection control.
Were these violations corrected?
Facilities must submit plans of correction and implement changes within required timeframes. CMS conducts follow-up inspections to verify corrections. Check the inspection report for specific correction dates and follow-up verification status.
How often do nursing home inspections happen?
CMS conducts unannounced inspections of all Medicare/Medicaid-certified nursing homes at least once per year. Additional inspections may occur based on complaints, facility-reported incidents, or follow-up to verify previous violations were corrected.
What should families do about these violations?
Families should: (1) Review the full inspection report for details, (2) Ask facility administration about specific corrective actions taken, (3) Check if this represents a pattern by reviewing prior inspections, (4) Compare with other facilities in SAINT HELENS, OR, (5) Report new concerns to state authorities.
Where can I see the full inspection report?
Complete inspection reports are available on Medicare.gov's Care Compare website (www.medicare.gov/care-compare). You can also request copies directly from SAINT HELENS POST ACUTE or from the state Department of Health. Reports include deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines.