Union Post Acute
Union Post Acute is a 5-star rated nursing home in Union, SC with 88 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 4/5, staffing 3/5, quality measures 5/5.
The facility has 34 health violations on record. Federal fines total $35,360 across 1 enforcement action. Most recent inspection: January 17, 2025.
Data synthesized from CMS.gov and South Carolina public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
Inspection History Overview
Data current as of May 6, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data
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Fines and Penalties by Year
2021 1 penalties totaling $35,360
Fine
Health Violations by Year
2025 10 violations
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
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.
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024 1 violations
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2023 2 violations
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2021 7 violations
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2020 1 violations
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2019 1 violations
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
2018 7 violations
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
2017 5 violations
Provide a safe, clean, comfortable and home-like environment; and allow residents to use personal belongings to the extent possible.
Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident .
Assist those residents who need help with eating/drinking, grooming and personal and oral hygiene.
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Provide bedrooms that don't allow residents to see each other when privacy is needed.
Frequently Asked Questions About Union Post Acute
- What violations has Union Post Acute received?
- Union Post Acute has 34 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
- What is the quality rating of Union Post Acute?
- Union Post Acute has a 5-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This is an above-average rating, indicating better quality care compared to most nursing homes. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
- When was Union Post Acute last inspected?
- Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
- Is Union Post Acute safe?
- Safety at Union Post Acute should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
- How do I contact Union Post Acute?
- Phone: (864) 427-0306. Address: 709 Rice Avenue Ext, Union, SC. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
- What services does Union Post Acute offer?
- Union Post Acute is a skilled nursing facility with 88 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
- What are better facilities near Union, SC?
- Compare Union Post Acute with other nursing homes in Union, SC on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.
Compare Nursing Homes in Union, SC
| Facility | Rating | Violations | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Post Acute (this facility) | ★★★★★ | 34 | 88 |
| Ellen Sagar Nursing Center | ★★★☆☆ | 55 | 113 |
Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.
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