Kirtland Woods of Journey
Nursing Home · Kirtland, OH
Contact & location
9685 Chillicothe RDKirtland, OH 44094
Lake County
- Phone
- (440) 256-8100
- ZIP code
- 44094 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 177
- Residents per day
- 58.7 (33% occupied)
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal name
- Kirtland Woods of Journey, LLC
- Chain
- Journey Healthcare (32 facilities, avg 1.9★)
- Medicare certified since
- June 4, 1973
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Council
- Resident council
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- 2.99 (state 3.69 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 0.56 (state 0.64 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 0.93 (state 0.95 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 1.50 (state 2.09 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 2.76 (state 3.28 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- 77.7 (state 48.7 · U.S. 45.8)%
- RN turnover
- 70.6 (state 43.9 · U.S. 42.9)%
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- May 5, 2026
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 9.0 (state 10.7 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 3
- Infection control citations
- 6
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 51 health · 29 fire safety · includes actual harm
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-05 | Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds. F0850 · Administration Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-03 |
| 2026-05-05 | Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death. F0569 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-03 |
| 2026-05-05 | 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. F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-03 |
| 2026-05-05 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-03 |
| 2026-05-05 | Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. F0745 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-03 |
| 2026-05-05 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-03 |
| 2026-05-05 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-16 |
| 2026-05-05 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-03 |
| 2026-05-05 | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. F0699 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-03 |
| 2024-07-29 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-21 |
| 2024-07-29 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. F0921 · Environmental Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-21 |
| 2024-07-29 | Make sure each resident has 1) at least one window to the outside in a room; 2) a room at or above ground level; 3) adequate bedding; 4) furniture that meets the resident's needs; or 5) adequate closet space. F0917 · Environmental Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-21 |
| 2024-07-29 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-21 |
| 2024-07-29 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. F0842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-21 |
| 2024-07-29 | Ensure resident rooms meet each resident's needs. F0910 · Environmental Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-21 |
| 2024-06-18 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. F0921 · Environmental Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-21 |
| 2024-06-18 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. F0558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-06-18 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. F0561 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-06-18 | 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. F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-05-02 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-05-02 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-05-02 | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. F0730 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-05-02 | 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. F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-21 |
| 2024-05-02 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-05-02 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-05-02 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-21 |
| 2024-05-02 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. F0908 · Environmental Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-05-02 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. F0921 · Environmental Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-21 |
| 2024-05-02 | Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways. F0924 · Environmental Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-05-02 | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. F0947 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-21 |
| 2024-05-02 | Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. F0567 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-05-02 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-05-02 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted F0655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-05-02 | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. F0887 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-05-02 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-05-02 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-21 |
| 2024-05-02 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. F0679 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-05-02 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. F0805 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-08-21 |
| 2024-05-02 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-05-02 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. F0607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies |
C No actual harm, potential for minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2023-10-20 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2023-12-06 |
| 2023-10-02 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-09-16 |
| 2023-10-02 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. F0607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-09-16 |
| 2023-08-28 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
H Actual harm |
Corrected 2023-11-15 |
| 2023-08-28 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-15 |
| 2023-08-28 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. F0925 · Environmental Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-15 |
| 2023-08-28 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. F0580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-15 |
| 2023-07-20 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-15 |
| 2023-07-20 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-15 |
| 2023-07-20 | 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. F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-15 |
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Fines & penalties
2 penalties in the last three years, including $162,637 in fines.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-05-02 | Payment Denial | 83 days payment denial |
| 2024-05-02 | Fine | $162,637 |
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Journey CZ of Oh LLC (organization) | 5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 100% | |
| Journey CZ Oh Healthcare Holdings LLC (organization) | 5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest · 100% | |
| 3 Bees Holdings LLC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Ajoj Holdings LLC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Bees Family Irrevocable Trust (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Blue Ocean Trust (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Donca, Mihaela (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Duggan, Pamela (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Journey CZ Management LLC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Shasam Family Trust (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Shasam Holdings LLC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Donca, Mihaela (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Journey CZ Management LLC (organization) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| McGuinness, Bernard (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of Kirtland Woods of Journey?
Kirtland Woods of Journey has a 1-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.2-star average in Ohio.
How many beds does Kirtland Woods of Journey have?
It has 177 certified beds and cares for about 59 residents per day.
Has Kirtland Woods of Journey been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 2 penalties totaling $162,637 in the last three years.
Who owns Kirtland Woods of Journey?
It is part of Journey Healthcare and is classified as for profit - limited liability company. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.
What is the phone number of Kirtland Woods of Journey?
(440) 256-8100. The facility is located at 9685 Chillicothe RD, Kirtland, OH 44094.
Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.