Vernon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Vernon, Connecticut · CCN 075334
16 surveys since 2011. The first finding at harm level was recorded in 2015.
Data as of , released by CMS on October 8, 2026. Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog.
- Citations on record
- 78
- Surveys
- 16
- Harm or worse
- 4
- Immediate jeopardy
- 0
Findings where a surveyor recorded actual harm to a resident.
Older surveys no longer in CMS’s monthly file or on Care Compare. They are shown here.
The facility
- Certified beds
- 120
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Chain
- ATLAS HEALTHCARE
- County
- Capitol
- Medicare-certified since
- 1990
CMS ratings
- Overall
- 5
- Health inspection
- 4
- Staffing
- 3
- Quality measures
- 5
CMS’s own Five-Star ratings.
Compared with similar facilities
Since 2021, this facility recorded fewer weighted findings than most of its peer group.
Weighted by harm level, against 41 for-profit facilities of 100–127 beds in Connecticut.
Last survey on record
Jul 27, 2026
105 days ago.
Counts surveys with at least one finding. A clean survey leaves no record here, so the real gap may be shorter.
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Peer median |
|---|---|---|
| Nurse hours per resident day | 4.13 | 3.56 |
| Registered-nurse hours per resident day | 0.52 | — |
| Annual nurse turnover | 49.6% | 35.2% |
As reported by the facility to CMS, beside the peer-group median.
Enforcement
No fines, payment denials or special-focus designation on the current CMS record.
Severity of recent findings
| Severity | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
|---|---|---|---|
| Immediate jeopardy | J— | K— | L— |
| Actual harm | G— | H— | I— |
| No harm, potential for more than minimal | D1894.7% | E— | F— |
| No harm, potential for minimal | A— | B15.3% | C— |
Most frequently cited here
In CMS’s current monthly file.
- F5802×
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
- F6092×
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
- F6952×
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
- F7612×
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.
- F6101×
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
In the surveyor’s words
From the most serious findings on record at Vernon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, in the surveyor’s own words.
- No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternF880Jul 27, 2026
Based on observations, review of clinical records, review of facility policy, review of facility documentation, and interviews for three sampled residents (Resident #16, Resident #26 and Resident #109) with open wounds, the facility failed to ensure the residents were placed on Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP) to ensure appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is utilized when providing resident care activities. The findings include: Resident #16's diagnoses included type 2 diabetes mellitus, mild protein-calorie malnutrition and hypothyroidism. The quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] identified Resident #16 had severely impaired cognition, required maximal assistance with dressing, personal hygiene and supervision with ambulation. […]
- No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF558Jul 27, 2026
Based on observations, clinical record review, review of facility policy and interviews for one sampled resident (Resident #99) reviewed for call bell usage, the facility failed to ensure the resident had an appropriate call bell based on their functional abilities to use to call for assistance. The findings include:Resident #99's diagnoses include vascular disorder of the intestine, ileostomy, and protein-calorie malnutrition. The Occupational Therapy note dated 6/4/26 at 2:34 PM identified Resident #99 had decreased strength and bilateral upper extremity range of motion (ROM) impairments. The note further identified the resident would benefit from adaptive equipment for self-feeding. […]
- No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF609Jul 27, 2026
Based on review of the clinical record, review of facility documentation, review of facility policy/procedures and interviews for one sampled resident (Resident #5) with an allegation of neglect, the facility failed to ensure the potential abuse was reported to the state survey agency. The findings include:Resident #5's diagnoses include a right femur and a right radius fracture. The admission MDS assessment dated [DATE] identified Resident #5 had intact cognition, a functional range of motion deficit affecting an upper extremity, and required total assistance with toileting, and bed mobility. It further noted the resident had an indwelling catheter and was always incontinent of bowel. […]
- No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF610Jul 27, 2026
Based on review of the clinical record, review of facility documentation, review of facility policy/procedure, and interviews for one sampled resident (Resident #5) with an allegation of mistreatment, the facility failed to ensure an allegation of mistreatment/neglect was thoroughly investigated. The findings include:Resident #5's diagnoses include a right femur and a right radius fracture. The admission MDS assessment dated [DATE] identified Resident #5 had intact cognition, a functional range of motion deficit affecting an upper extremity, and required total assistance with toileting, and bed mobility. It further noted the resident had an indwelling catheter and was always incontinent of bowel. […]
- No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF687Jul 27, 2026
Based on observations, clinical record review, review of facility documentation, review of facility policy and interviews for one sampled resident (Resident #102) reviewed for foot care, the facility failed to ensure the resident received podiatry services for trimming of toenails when requested. The findings include:Resident #102 was admitted to the facility in September of 2025 with diagnoses that included type 2 diabetes mellitus, depression, and hyperlipemia. The quarterly MDS assessment dated [DATE] identified Resident #102 had intact cognition, was dependent on staff for putting on and/or taking off footwear, lower body dressing, personal hygiene and transfers. […]
Read 24 findings in full →The most serious and the most recent: 24 of 78 on record.
Every survey on record
FindingsAt actual harm or above
- Jul 27, 2026Standard and complaint5 findings
- Feb 3, 2025Complaint1 finding
- Oct 11, 2024Standard and complaint9 findings
- Aug 14, 2024Complaint1 finding
- Jun 30, 2022Standard4 findings
- May 20, 2020Infection control1 finding
- Oct 3, 2019Standard2 findings
- Oct 18, 2018Complaint1 finding
Show the 8 earlier surveys
- Jul 26, 2018Standard and complaint3 findings · 1 harm
- Aug 10, 2017Standard and complaint3 findings
- Jul 14, 2016Standard and complaint12 findings · 2 harm
- Jun 18, 2015Standard and complaint3 findings · 1 harm
- May 9, 2014Standard8 findings
- Jun 27, 2013Standard15 findings
- May 24, 2012Standard8 findings
- Apr 8, 2011—2 findings
Surveys that found no deficiencies are not in CMS’s files and do not appear here.
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