Pine Ridge Skilled Nursing and Rehab is a small, for-profit skilled nursing facility located in Morrow, Ohio, with a capacity of 50 beds. As a corporate-owned center, Pine Ridge provides both short-term rehabilitation and long-term nursing care services, participating in both Medicare and Medicaid programs. This allows the facility to accommodate residents with different financial situations, including those who require support beyond private pay or insurance. Pine Ridge Skilled Nursing and Rehab is not part of a continuing care retirement community, and it is not located within a hospital, which allows for a more dedicated skilled nursing environment.
The facility emphasizes individualized care for residents with a focus on rehabilitation and daily living assistance. Residents are evaluated upon admission, with care plans developed to address their most immediate needs within 48 hours and more comprehensive plans designed within a week. These plans are reviewed and updated regularly by a team of health professionals to ensure that care goals are being met and that treatment is aligned with the preferences and goals of each resident. The team works to maintain a safe environment, free from accident hazards, and ensures proper supervision to prevent incidents, conforming to standards intended to protect residents' well-being.
Nutrition and hydration are recognized as critical aspects of health, and Pine Ridge Skilled Nursing and Rehab strives to provide adequate food and fluids to maintain resident health. For those requiring feeding tubes, the facility follows protocols to ensure there is medical justification and resident agreement, while continuing to provide appropriate ongoing care. In addition to routine medical and nursing services, Pine Ridge ensures access to dental care for its residents, supporting all aspects of their physical health. The storage and labeling of drugs and biologicals are managed in accordance with accepted professional standards, with all medications kept in secure, locked compartments, including specialized storage for controlled substances.
Medication management includes the implementation of gradual dose reductions and non-pharmacological interventions before starting or continuing psychotropic medications, unless contraindicated. Orders for these medications are carefully reviewed to ensure they are necessary and limited in use where appropriate. This careful oversight is part of the facility's commitment to delivering person-centered care.
Residents at Pine Ridge Skilled Nursing and Rehab are supported in exercising their rights to dignity, autonomy, communication, and grievance without fear of reprisal. Policies and procedures are in place to help residents voice concerns and resolve issues promptly. Privacy and accessibility in communication are also considered important, ensuring that residents maintain connections with loved ones and advocate for themselves.
Regular health, safety, and fire inspections are conducted at Pine Ridge Skilled Nursing and Rehab to ensure adherence to established standards and to address any areas requiring improvement. There have been no fines or denied payments reported in the past three years, indicating stability in facility operations. Through ongoing evaluation and responsive care planning, Pine Ridge strives to create a supportive environment where residents’ health, comfort, and well-being are central to daily operations.
