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Health Inspection Summary
Burlington Health & Rehab
300 Pearl Street
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-4200
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Deficiency Category
Inspection Date:
12/4/24
Complaint Reporting Period:
5/1/24 - 4/30/25
Inspection Date:
9/13/23
Complaint Reporting Period:
5/1/23 - 4/30/24
Inspection Date:
3/29/23
Complaint Reporting Period:
5/1/22 - 4/30/23
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies221
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies414
Infection Control Deficiencies000
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies103
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies101
Resident Rights Deficiencies202
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies400
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies201
Environmental Deficiencies000
Administration Deficiencies103

Detailed result for inspection on 12/4/24
Date of last standard health inspection:12/4/24Read the full report (PDF)
Date(s) of complaint inspection(s) between 5/1/24 - 4/30/25
Date(s) of infection control inspection(s) between 5/1/24 - 4/30/25
No infection control inspections
Total number of Health Deficiencies for this nursing home:17
Average number of Health Deficiencies in Vermont:9.2
Average number of Health Deficiencies in the United States:9.6
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

5/29/245/29/24
3 - Actual harm
Few

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

7/17/249/3/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

12/4/241/18/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Some

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

12/4/241/18/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

12/4/241/18/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

5/29/245/15/24
3 - Actual harm
Few
Infection Control Deficiencies
No Infection Control Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

6/12/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Some
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

12/4/241/18/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Many
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

12/4/241/18/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Some

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

12/4/241/18/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Some
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

7/17/249/3/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Many

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

12/4/241/18/25
1 - Potential for minimal harm
Some

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

7/17/249/3/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Many

Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

7/17/249/3/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Many
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

12/4/241/18/25
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

7/17/249/3/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Environmental Deficiencies
No Environmental Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Administration Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.

7/17/249/3/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Detailed result for inspection on 9/13/23
Date of last standard health inspection:9/13/23Read the full report (PDF)
Date(s) of complaint inspection(s) between 5/1/23 - 4/30/24
Date(s) of infection control inspection(s) between 5/1/23 - 4/30/24
No infection control inspections
Total number of Health Deficiencies for this nursing home:3
Average number of Health Deficiencies in Vermont:8.8
Average number of Health Deficiencies in the United States:9.5
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

10/13/2311/4/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Some

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

10/13/2311/4/23
3 - Actual harm
Few
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

9/13/239/29/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Infection Control Deficiencies
No Infection Control Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
No Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
No Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
No Resident Rights Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
No Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
No Pharmacy Service Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Environmental Deficiencies
No Environmental Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Administration Deficiencies
No Administration Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.

Detailed result for inspection on 3/29/23
Date of last standard health inspection:3/29/23Read the full report (PDF)
Date(s) of complaint inspection(s) between 5/1/22 - 4/30/23
Date(s) of infection control inspection(s) between 5/1/22 - 4/30/23
Total number of Health Deficiencies for this nursing home:15
Average number of Health Deficiencies in Vermont:8.9
Average number of Health Deficiencies in the United States:8.8
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2/14/232/14/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

12/13/2212/13/22
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

1/19/233/3/23
4 - Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety
Some

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

3/29/235/2/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

1/19/233/3/23
4 - Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety
Some
Infection Control Deficiencies
No Infection Control Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

11/15/2212/6/22
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

3/29/235/2/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Some

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

10/11/2210/21/22
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

1/19/233/3/23
4 - Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety
Some
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

3/29/235/2/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.

2/14/232/28/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
No Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

2/14/232/22/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few
Environmental Deficiencies
No Environmental Deficiencies were found during this inspection period.
Administration Deficiencies
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Have an agreement with at least one or more hospitals certified by Medicare or Medicaid to make sure residents can be moved quickly to the hospital when they need medical care.

1/19/233/3/23
1 - Potential for minimal harm
Many

Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

1/19/233/3/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Many

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

1/19/233/3/23
3 - Actual harm
Some
Complaints and facility-reported incidents in the past 3 years
Inspectors determined that the nursing home failed to:Inspection DateDate of Correction
Level of Harm
(Least to most)
Residents Affected
(Few, Some, Many)

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

5/29/245/29/24
3 - Actual harm
Few

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

7/17/249/3/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

5/29/245/15/24
3 - Actual harm
Few

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

6/12/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Some

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

7/17/249/3/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Many

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

7/17/249/3/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Many

Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

7/17/249/3/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Many

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

7/17/249/3/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.

7/17/249/3/24
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

10/13/2311/4/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Some

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

10/13/2311/4/23
3 - Actual harm
Few

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2/14/232/14/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

12/13/2212/13/22
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

1/19/233/3/23
4 - Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety
Some

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

1/19/233/3/23
4 - Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety
Some

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

11/15/2212/6/22
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

10/11/2210/21/22
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

1/19/233/3/23
4 - Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety
Some

Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.

2/14/232/28/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

2/14/232/22/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Few

Have an agreement with at least one or more hospitals certified by Medicare or Medicaid to make sure residents can be moved quickly to the hospital when they need medical care.

1/19/233/3/23
1 - Potential for minimal harm
Many

Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

1/19/233/3/23
2 - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Many

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

1/19/233/3/23
3 - Actual harm
Some
Infection control inspection deficiencies in the past 3 years
This nursing home has not been cited for any deficiencies on infection control inspections in the last 3 years.
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