Ohio Eastern Star Hlth Care CTR the

Nursing Home · Mount Vernon, OH

CMS overall rating 2/5 Non profit - Corporation

CMS certification number366076

Contact & location

1451 Gambier Road
Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Knox County
Phone
(740) 397-1706
ZIP code
43050 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
86
Residents per day
69.6 (81% occupied)
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Legal name
Ohio Eastern Star Health Care Center, INC.
Medicare certified since
July 25, 1996
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Continuing care
Part of a continuing care retirement community

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 3.2
Health inspections★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 2.8
Staffing★★★★★ 1/5
State avg 2.4
Quality measures★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 4.4
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 3/5
Short-stay quality★★★★★ 3/5

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
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Registered nurses (RN)
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Licensed practical nurses
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Nurse aides
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Weekend total
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Nursing staff turnover
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RN turnover
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Inspections

Last standard inspection
February 12, 2026
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
8.0 (state 10.7 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
0
Citations on record (3 years)
17 health · 14 fire safety · includes actual harm
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2026-02-12 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		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-20
2026-02-12 Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
F0803 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-20
2026-02-12 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		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-20
2026-02-12 Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
F0583 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-20
2026-02-12 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		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-20
2026-02-12 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		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-20
2026-02-12 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-20
2026-02-12 Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
F0881 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-20
2025-02-27 Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
F0760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 G
Actual harm		 Corrected 2025-03-21
2025-01-03 Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
F0744 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-02-27
2024-09-04 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		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-09-17
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		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-05-20
2024-05-02 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.
F0758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-05-20
2023-03-07 Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
F0607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-04-21
2023-03-07 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		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-04-21
2023-03-07 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-04-21
2023-03-07 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 2023-04-21

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Hardesty, Ronald (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Engelbach, Michele (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Engelbach, Michele (individual)W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Ohio Eastern Star Hlth Care CTR the?

Ohio Eastern Star Hlth Care CTR the has a 2-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 Ohio Eastern Star Hlth Care CTR the have?

It has 86 certified beds and cares for about 70 residents per day.

Has Ohio Eastern Star Hlth Care CTR the been fined?

CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

What is the phone number of Ohio Eastern Star Hlth Care CTR the?

(740) 397-1706. The facility is located at 1451 Gambier Road, Mount Vernon, OH 43050.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.