Mt Vernon Nursing
1425 South Landrum, Mount Vernon, MO 65712 · (417) 466-2260
For profit - Limited Liability company · 60 certified beds
Mt Vernon Nursing has a 4-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in October 2024, found 6 citations (the Missouri average is 11.4). It hasn't been fined in the last three years.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on October 10, 2024 found 6 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.October 10, 2024 · F0812 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Many
- Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.October 10, 2024 · F0623 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.October 10, 2024 · F0625 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.October 10, 2024 · F0804 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.October 10, 2024 · F0880 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.October 10, 2024 · F0684 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 1 citation.
- Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.August 28, 2024 · F0583 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
No fines or payment denials in the last three years.
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | Missouri average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 3.08 | 3.43 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.53 | 0.46 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.31 | 0.68 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 2.24 | 2.29 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 37.5% | 56% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | For profit - Limited Liability company |
| Certified beds | 60 |
| Average residents per day | 44.8 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- Lawrence County Manor Mount Vernon · ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars
- Ascend at Aurora Aurora · ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars
- The Ozarks Methodist Manor Marionville · ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars
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