Oak Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center sits about 2.4 miles outside Greensburg, Pennsylvania, as part of the Guardian Elder Care network, and it provides several types of care like skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, assisted living, memory care, hospice, independent living, home care, and adult day services, so residents can get different levels of help depending on their needs. The facility has 48 certified beds and usually houses around 38 residents each day, and people can choose from room layouts like studio, semi-private, share, or companion rooms. Residents get care from skilled nursing staff, but nurse staffing levels average 3.24 nurse hours per resident per day, which is lower than Pennsylvania's 3.9 hour average, and the nurse turnover rate at Oak Hill is high-64.3% compared to the state average of 47.0%. The administrator is Ms. Kelly Pynos.
The center offers short-term rehabilitation, orthopedic and cardiac rehab, as well as long-term care for frail residents. Oak Hill has specialized therapy programs that use advanced technology and a team providing physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Staff also provide nutritional services and memory support, with respite care available for families who need a temporary break. Amenities and activities are set up for comfort and to meet the interests of residents. The spacious dining room at the heart of the building hosts meals, group exercise, art and cooking events, pet therapy, family nights, and other activities related to well-being.
The facility is described as warm and inviting, aiming for residents to feel at home, and personalized care is a focus for all therapy and services. Oak Hill is a licensed nursing home and has a business model as a for-profit corporation managed by Guardian Healthcare Home Office LLC since 2019. It received a 1-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is rated 7.2 out of 10 overall, making it the 5th highest rated out of 13 local communities. There are documented deficiencies, including 58 findings after recent inspections covering resident rights, honoring grievances, nutrition, food procurement, and infection control issues. The facility isn't BBB accredited. Even with the challenges, staff continue to deliver care and rehabilitation with a goal of keeping residents as healthy and independent as possible in a supportive setting.
