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Carlin Springs Health & Rehabilitation

Nursing Home Facility

550 South Carlin Springs Road, Arlington, VA 22204

Nursing Home Care Senior Living
Carlin Springs Health & Rehabilitation

Located on South Carlin Springs Road in Arlington, VA , ManorCare provides individualized post-hospital skilled nursing care in a comfortable environment. Our clinical and therapy teams are experienced in providing specialized care focused on your needs, interests and ability. This commitment results in a smoother and safer transition throughout your recuperation. You should look for a setting that specializes in providing vital medical care and rehabilitation in a warm and caring environment. We offer a range of services to meet your health care needs.

Operated by Hill Valley Healthcare, which runs 34 communities in our directory.

Employer rating 2.6 out of 5 32 reviews from their own employees on Indeed. See what they say.

With 161 beds, Carlin Springs Health & Rehabilitation is one of the larger communities in the area, senior care communities in Arlington average about 111 beds. Larger communities more often keep clinical staff on site around the clock and can offer a wider range of on-site therapy and activities, though some families prefer the quieter feel of a smaller setting.

Federal reporting puts occupancy at about 89% of its licensed beds.

Medicare rates this community 1 out of 5 stars overall, a score based on health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Communities in Arlington average about 1.8 stars. Its most recent standard health inspection was in July 2022 and recorded 19 deficiencies.

Residents receive about 3.2 hours of nursing care per day on average, including 0.5 hours from a registered nurse. Nursing staff turnover over the past year was about 37%.

The community is located in Arlington County, VA.

Medicare five-star ratings

  • Overall ★★★★★ 1/5
  • Health inspections ★★★★★ 1/5
  • Staffing ★★★★★ 2/5
  • Quality measures ★★★★★ 4/5

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Care Compare. Ratings apply to Medicare/Medicaid-certified nursing homes and are updated by CMS monthly.

Inspection record

In its last three standard inspections and any complaint visits, federal inspectors cited 41 problems at Carlin Springs Health & Rehabilitation. 2 findings involved harm to a resident, including 1 that put residents in immediate danger.

Findings from the most recent inspection cycle

  • Caused harm to a resident, one or a few residents Quality of Life and Care

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

    Inspected July 2022. Corrected by September 21, 2022.

  • Could cause more than minimal harm, a pattern Quality of Life and Care

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

    Inspected July 2022. Corrected by October 19, 2022.

  • Could cause more than minimal harm, a pattern Quality of Life and Care

    Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services.

    Inspected July 2022. Corrected by October 19, 2022.

  • Could cause more than minimal harm, a pattern Pharmacy Service

    Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

    Inspected July 2022. Corrected by September 21, 2022.

  • Could cause more than minimal harm, a pattern Nutrition and Dietary

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

    Inspected July 2022. Corrected by September 21, 2022.

  • Could cause more than minimal harm, a pattern Nutrition and Dietary

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

    Inspected July 2022. Corrected by September 21, 2022.

  • Could cause more than minimal harm, a pattern Nutrition and Dietary

    Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.

    Inspected July 2022. Corrected by September 21, 2022.

  • Could cause more than minimal harm, a pattern Environmental

    Keep all essential equipment working safely.

    Inspected July 2022. Corrected by September 21, 2022.

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  • Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents Resident Rights

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

    Inspected July 2022. Corrected by October 19, 2022.

  • Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents Resident Rights

    Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

    Inspected July 2022. Corrected by September 21, 2022.

  • Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents Resident Rights

    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.

    Inspected July 2022. Corrected by October 19, 2022.

  • Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents Resident Assessment and Care Planning

    Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.

    Inspected July 2022. Corrected by September 21, 2022.

  • Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents Resident Assessment and Care Planning

    PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

    Inspected July 2022. Corrected by September 21, 2022.

  • Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents Resident Assessment and Care Planning

    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Inspected July 2022. Corrected by October 19, 2022.

  • Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents Resident Assessment and Care Planning

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

    Inspected July 2022. Corrected by September 21, 2022.

  • Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents Quality of Life and Care

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

    Inspected July 2022. Corrected by September 21, 2022.

  • Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents Pharmacy Service

    Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Inspected July 2022. Corrected by October 19, 2022.

  • Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents Pharmacy Service

    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.

    Inspected July 2022. Corrected by October 19, 2022.

  • Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents Resident Assessment and Care Planning

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

    Inspected July 2022. Corrected by September 21, 2022.

A citation on its own does not mean poor care, and most are corrected within weeks. What matters most is how serious the findings were and whether the same problems keep coming back. When you visit, it is fair to ask the administrator what inspectors found and what has changed since.

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Health Deficiencies and Penalties files, updated monthly. See the full record on Medicare Care Compare.

Carlin Springs Health & Rehabilitation offers nursing home care and senior living.

Facility details

  • Organization type for-profit corporation
  • Beds / units 161
  • Occupancy 89%
  • Nursing hours per resident/day 3.2
  • Annual staff turnover 37%
  • Last health inspection July 2022

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