McKinley Nursing
800 Market Avenue North Suite 1560, Canton, OH 44702 · Stark County · (330) 456-1014
176 certified beds, about 150 residents a day · For profit - Limited Liability company · Medicare and Medicaid since 1985
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 365655 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on May 7, 2026, inspectors cited 0 health deficiencies (the Ohio average is 10.5, the national average 9.2).
Of 76 health citations since January 2020, 1 was rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents.
CMS lists no fines against this home in the last three years.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 2.91 hours per resident per day, against 3.69 across Ohio and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.23 of those hours.
52.3% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (Ohio average 48.7%).
Health inspections
Federal rules call for a standard inspection at least every 15 months, plus a visit whenever a complaint is filed. Each mark below is one citation, colored by how serious inspectors rated it. How to read a citation.
Under each citation, the quoted text is the inspector's own summary from the federal statement of deficiencies (CMS form 2567), word for word apart from a privacy scrub; CMS removes residents' and staff names before it publishes the text. The full notes are on Medicare.gov.
Where its citations fall on CMS's grid
CMS rates every citation by how much harm it caused (rows) and how many residents it touched (columns). The count in each box is this home's, across all 76 health citations on file.
May 7, 2026Standard inspection, Complaint inspection · 43 citations
- F Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure certified nursing assistants (CNA) had yearly performance evaluations. This had the potential to affect all residents residing in the facility. The facility census was 151.
- F 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on resident interviews, lunch meal observations, staff interview, and review of diet spreadsheets, resident council minutes and facility policy, the facility failed to ensure appropriate portion sizes were served and all components of the meal were served to meet resident needs and preferences. This affected all residents receiving meals from the kitchen. The facility identified no residents with a nothing by mouth (NPO) diet. The facility census was 151.
- F Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and review of food committee minutes, the facility failed to serve appealing meals at palatable temperatures. This had potential to affect all residents receiving meals from the kitchen. The facility identified no residents with a nothing by mouth (NPO) diet order. The facility census was 151.
- F 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure meals were served at regularly scheduled times. This affected all residents receiving meals from the kitchen. The facility identified no residents with a nothing by mouth (NPO) diet order. The facility census was 151.
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and review of facility policy, the facility failed to ensure food was stored, prepared and served under sanitary conditions. This had the potential to affect all residents receiving meals from the kitchen. The facility identified no residents with a nothing by mouth (NPO) diet order. The facility census was 151.
- F Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, staff interview, and policy review, the facility failed to properly dispose of garbage and refuse. This had the potential to affect all residents residing in the facility. The facility census was 151.
- F Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, review of facility job descriptions and interview the facility failed to ensure effective administration to manage the facility and identify care concerns, implement appropriate and sustainable corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence and attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial well-being of all 151 residents residing in the facility.
- F 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure the facility assessment was accurately completed. This had the potential to affect all 151 residents residing in the facility. The facility census was 151.
- F Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.
Inspectors wroteBased on personnel record review, review of the job description for social services, and staff interview, the facility failed to employ a full-time Licensed Social Worker (LSW). This had the potential to affect all residents residing in the facility. The facility census was 151.
- F Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview, and review of the facility policy and procedure, the facility failed to ensure an effective Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) committee was in place to identify and address concerns timely and effectively. This had the potential to affect all 151 residents in the facility. The facility census was 151.
- F Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, record review, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure infection control standards were maintained during medication administration for Resident #50 and during incontinence care for Resident #24. The facility failed to ensure contact precautions were in place for Resident #1. The facility failed to ensure the infection control policy was reviewed annually. Additionally, the facility failed to ensure the Legionella water management program comprehensively assessed risk measures for their elderly population. This had the potential to affect all residents residing in the facility. The facility census was 151.
- F Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program.
Inspectors wroteBased on personnel file review, review of the facility assessment, and interviews, the facility failed to conduct mandatory training to all staff on the facility's quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) program. This affected five out of 11 personnel files reviewed and had the potential to affect all 151 residents residing in the facility. The facility census was 151.
- F Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) had at least 12 hours of in-service training annually as required. This had the potential to affect all residents residing in the facility. The facility census was 151.
- E Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to conduct care conferences at least quarterly as required. This affected nine residents (#6, #62, #65, #66, #74, #75, #119, #138, and #139) of nine residents reviewed for care planning. Facility census was 151.
- E Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview and review of the facility policy the facility failed to timely notify the responsible party and physician of changes. This affected four residents (#2, #56, #138 and #153) of five residents reviewed for notification of change. Facility census was 151.
- E Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview, review of self-reported incidents (SRI) and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to ensure residents were free of misappropriation of controlled medications. This affected four residents (Residents #1, #3, #47 and #154) of five residents reviewed for controlled substances. The facility census was 151.
- E Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview, review of self-reported incidents (SRI) and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to implement and follow their policy for allegations of abuse for residents. This affected four residents (Residents #47, #98, #138, #154) of fifteen residents reviewed for abuse. The facility census was 151.
- E Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview, review of self-reported incident (SRI) and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to thoroughly investigate an allegation of abuse, misappropriation and injury of unknown origin for residents. This affected four (Residents #47, #98, #138, #154) of fifteen residents reviewed for abuse. The facility census was 151.
- E Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure assessments were accurately completed. This affected five (Residents #5, #9, #15, #35 and #107) of 48 residents reviewed for Minimum Data Set (MDS) 3.0 assessments. The facility census was 151.
- E Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to formulate a complete baseline care plan timely after admission. This affected 22 residents (#2, #3, #4, #9, #12, #15, #48, #50, #53, #56, #62, #81, #91, #95, #98, #100, #107, #113, #117, #139, #154 and #160) of 62 residents reviewed for care plans. Facility census was 151.
- E Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to formulate an accurate and comprehensive care plan as required. This affected five residents (#2, #38, #47, #91 and #139) of 62 residents reviewed for care plans. Facility census was 151.
- E Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, record review and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to implement effective fall interventions and post fall assessments including neurological checks to ensure resident safety. This affected four residents (Resident #2, #42, #56 and #91) of six residents reviewed for falls. Facility census was 151.
- E Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure physician visits were provided as required. This affected five residents (#5, #35, #42, #44, and #53) of 62 residents reviewed for physician visits. Facility census was 151.
- E Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure residents were free of significant medication errors. This affected four (Residents #1, #4, #47 and #117) of 13 residents reviewed for significant medication errors. The facility census was 151.
- E Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, record review and review of facility policy, the facility failed to ensure a mechanical soft diet texture was prepared in a form to meet individual resident needs. This affected 29 Residents (#5, #11, #12, #19, #21, #22, #31, #38, #44, #46, #54, #58, #68, #79, #81, #82, #95, #100, #105, #109, #110, #122, #123, #132, #135, #137, #140, #141, and #147) identified as receiving a mechanical soft diet. The facility census was 151.
- E Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview, and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to ensure medical records were complete and accurate. This affected four residents (#5, #47, #56, and #100) out of 62 records reviewed. The facility census was 151.
- E Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and facility policy review, the facility failed ensure a clean, sanitary and homelike environment. This affected six residents (#20, #24, #29, #62, #65, and #75) out of 23 residents reviewed for physical environment. The facility census was 151.
- D Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure consent of psychotropic medications were in place for Resident #2. This affected one Resident (#2) of five reviewed for unnecessary medications. The facility census was 151. Review of the medical record for Resident #2 revealed an admission date of 03/02/26 and diagnoses including dementia, generalized anxiety disorder, recurrent major depressive disorder, restlessness and agitation, and suicidal ideations. Review of the physician's order dated 03/12/26 revealed Resident #2 was ordered 2 milligrams (mg) Alprazolam (Xanax) three times per day for recurrent major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder. This medication order was adjusted on 04/22/26 to 2 mg Xanax two times per day for anxiety and 1 mg Xanax at bedtime for anxiety. [...]
- D Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure resident account management authorization's were signed and witnessed when setting up accounts managed by the facility for residents. This affected three (Residents #56, #62 and #154) of five residents reviewed for personal funds. The facility census was 151.
- D Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview, review of self-reported incidents (SRI) and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to report an allegation of abuse and/or misappropriation to the State Agency as required. This affected three (Residents #62, #138 and #154) of fifteen residents reviewed for abuse and misappropriation. The facility census was 151.
- D Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, staff interview, and review of facility policy, the facility failed to ensure a safe and appropriate discharge for Resident #165. This affected one Resident (#165) of five reviewed for discharge. The facility census was 151.
- D Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, staff interview, and review of facility policy, the facility failed to ensure Resident #16 was provided a written transfer notice and failed to ensure the Long-Term Care Ombudsman was notified of resident discharges for Residents #16 and #165. This affected two Residents (#16 and #165) of five reviewed for discharge. The facility census was 151.
- D Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure the Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASARR) was completed when residents had a significant change. This affected one (Resident #41) of one resident reviewed for PASARR. The facility census was 151.
- D Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to revise care plans as needed. This affected three residents (#1, #56 and #81) of 62 residents reviewed for care plans. Facility census was 151.
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure blood pressure medications were monitored for safety and effectiveness. This affected one (Resident #35) of seven residents reviewed for monitoring of medications. The facility also failed to ensure to treat resident skin conditions per the physician's order. This affected two (Residents #75 and #100) of three residents reviewed for general skin conditions. The facility census was 151.
- D Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, observation, interview and policy review, the facility failed to ensure skin was assessed appropriately and pressure ulcers were treated timely for residents. This affected one (Resident #41) of three residents reviewed for wounds. The facility census was 151.
- D Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, staff interview, and review of facility policy, the facility failed to ensure sufficient interventions were in place to maintain resident nutritional status. This affected three Residents (#2, #41, and #110) of seven reviewed for nutrition services. The facility census was 151.
- D Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, record review and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to maintain oxygen tubing in a hygienic manner and per standards of practice. This affected three residents (Resident #11, #32 and #42) of four residents reviewed for respiratory care. Facility census was 151.
- D Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview and review of the facility policy, the facility failed to provide comprehensive pre and post dialysis monitoring. This affected one resident (#160) of one resident receiving dialysis at the facility. Facility census was 151.
- D Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, staff interview, review of facility policy and job descriptions, the facility failed to ensure residents received sufficient and appropriate social services to meet the residents psychosocial and emotional needs. This affected one resident (Resident #138) of 21 reviewed for social services needs. The facility census was 151.
- D Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure medications were available to administer to residents per the physicians' orders. This affected one (Resident #35) of 13 residents reviewed for medications. The facility census was 151.
- D Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview and observation, the facility failed to ensure dental services were provided timely for residents. This affected one (Resident #12) of six residents reviewed for dental services. The facility census was 151.
- D Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure coordination of care with hospice services for residents to ensure safe and person-centered care. This affected one (Resident #1) of two residents reviewed for hospice services. The facility census was 151.
November 17, 2025Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- D Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview the facility failed to ensure that medications and showers were accurately documented. This affected two residents (#24, #31) of two residents reviewed for accurate and complete medical records. The facility census was 156.
- D Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure call lights were accessible. This affected one resident (#25) of 156 residents residing in the facility. The facility census was 156. Findings Include:Review of the medical record for Resident #25 revealed admission to facility on 09/06/24 with diagnoses including unspecified dementia, anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, morbid obesity, and left lower leg Tri malleolar (ankle) fracture. The most recent Minimum Data Set (MDS) quarterly assessment completed on 09/23/25 revealed Resident #25 had delusional and disorganized thinking, used a walker to navigate facility, and required supervision or light touching with activities of daily living and grooming or bathing. [...]
January 14, 2025Complaint inspection · 4 citations
- F 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of the facility menu, review of resident council meeting minutes, observation, staff interview and resident interview, the facility failed to ensure menus were prepared in advance and updated periodically and failed to ensure residents received the correct portion sizes based on the menus. This had the potential to affect all 154 residents who resided in the facility.
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and staff interviews, the facility failed maintain a sanitary kitchen and food storage areas and failed to ensure infection control was maintained while serving the lunch meal. This affected all residents who resided in the facility, as the facility identified all residents as receiving kitchen services. The facility census was 154. Findings Include: 1. Observation of the facility kitchen on 01/13/25 from 9:20 A.M. through 9:40 A.M. revealed the facility kitchen floors were scattered with torn sugar packets, pieces of old discarded food, crumbs, and dark sticky substances were covering parts of the floor. Several walls were noted to have dried up liquids that were previously splashed from food or drinks. [...]
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure a clean, sanitary, and homelike environment for residents. This affected one resident (Resident #72) out of three residents reviewed for quality of care and treatment. The facility census was 154.
- D Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, resident interview, staff interview, and review of pest control customer service reports, the facility failed to eradicate cockroaches from Resident #72's room. This affected one resident (#72) out of three residents reviewed for pest control. The facility census was 154.
April 2, 2024Complaint inspection · 4 citations
- F Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and staff and resident interviews, the facility failed to ensure cinnamon rolls were properly prepared to ensure palatability and an appetizing appearance. This had the potential to affect all residents residing in the facility. The facility census was 150.
- E Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and policy review, the facility failed to maintain appropriate infection control precautions when Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #320 did not properly dispose of a used insulin syringe with needle. This had the potential to affect 31 residents (#3, #7, #12, #13, #14, #15, #16, #17, #18, #19, #20, #21, #22, #23, #24, #25, #26, #27, #28, #29, #30, #31, #32, #33, #34, #35, #36, #37, #38, #39, #40) of 31 residents residing on [NAME] Hall. The facility census was 150.
- D Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure a timely discharge/transfer and failed to provide the resident or resident representative with required documentation upon discharge. This affected one (Resident #1) of three residents reviewed for discharge/transfer. The facility census was 150.
- D Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interview, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure a discharge summary which included a recapitulation (concise summary) of the resident's stay at the facility, was completed. This affected one (Resident #1) of three residents reviewed for discharge. The facility census was 150.
March 2, 2024Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- F Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure the services of a registered nurse were used for at least eight consecutive hours a day, seven days a week as required. This had the potential to affect all 150 residents residing in the facility. Findings Include: Review of facility staffing schedules revealed on 01/01/24 there was no evidence the services of a registered nurse (RN) were used for at least eight consecutive hours on this date. The schedule reflected there was no RN scheduled for, or present in the building during this entire day. Interview with the Administrator on 03/02/24 at 3:10 P.M. confirmed the facility did not have a registered nurse scheduled or working on 01/01/24. The facility was unable to provide any evidence to support a registered nurse worked in the facility on this date. [...]
December 13, 2023Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- F 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, staff interview, review of the facility menu spread sheets, review of the printed tray cards, and medical record review, the facility failed to ensure proper food portions were served to meet the individual needs of Resident #143 who was ordered double portions, and failed to ensure proper food portions were served to all residents receiving meals from the kitchen. This had the potential to affect all residents receiving meals from the kitchen except Resident #37 who the facility identified as receiving nothing by mouth. The facility census was 147.
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, staff interview, and review of facility policy, the facility failed to ensure food was served in a sanitary manner when a dietary staff member with artificial nails was observed not wearing gloves during tray line. This had the potential to affect 146 residents who received food from the kitchen. The facility identified one resident (#37) as not receiving anything by mouth. The facility census was 147.
November 3, 2023Complaint inspection · 4 citations
- G Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on closed record review, hospital record review, facility policy review and interview the facility failed to implement comprehensive and individualized fall/safety interventions to prevent falls including a fall with injury for Resident #200. Actual Harm occurred on 09/27/23 when Resident #200, who had moderate cognitive impairment and required extensive two-person assistance for bed mobility and transfers was transferred to the emergency room per family request due to changes in condition. Record review revealed the resident sustained three falls between 09/25/23 and 09/27/23 without evidence of adequate interventions being in place at the time of the falls. Following a second fall on 09/27/23, the resident was picked up off the floor by Central Supply #808, an employee who was not qualified/trained to provide direct resident care. [...]
- D Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on closed record review, facility policy review, and interview the facility failed to notify Resident #200's family and physician of changes in the resident's condition. This affected one resident (#200) of three residents reviewed for change in condition.
- D Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care.
Inspectors wroteBased on closed record review, job qualification review, and interview the facility failed to ensure Resident #200 was transferred by an employee who was qualified to do so following a fall. This affected one resident (#200) of three residents reviewed for falls.
- D Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Inspectors wroteBased on closed record review, hospital record review, and interview the facility failed to identify and provide the necessary behavioral health care and services to Resident #200 related to a substance abuse disorder to assist the resident to attain or maintain her highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial well-being following admission for rehabilitation/treatment of a fall with fracture. This affected one resident (#200) of three residents reviewed for safety/falls.
May 1, 2023Standard inspection · 7 citations
- F Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of personnel files, review of schedules and interview, the facility failed to ensure employees who completed a Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation program successfully completed state testing within the appropriate time frames. This had the potential to affect all 148 residents residing in the facility.
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and staff interview the facility failed to ensure the kitchen was maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. This had the potential to affect the 147 residents receiving food from the facility. The facility identified Resident #55 as receiving no food by mouth. The facility census was 148.
- F Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and staff interview the facility failed to ensure the dumpster area was maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. This had the potential to affect all residents. The facility census was 148.
- D Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview the facility failed to ensure call lights were within resident reach. This affected one resident (Resident #76) of 32 residents observed for call light accessibility. The facility census was 148.
- D Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Inspectors wroteBased on self-reported incident review, medical record review, policy review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure narcotic medications were not misappropriated by staff members. This affected three residents (Residents #68, #99 and #111) of five residents reviewed for misappropriation. The facility census was 148.
- D Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review and interview the facility failed to ensure residents received the assistance needed for activities of daily living (ADLs). This affected two residents (Resident #89 and #143) of three residents reviewed for ADLs. The census was 148. Findings Include: 1. Review of the medical record for Resident #89 revealed an admission date of 09/14/22. Diagnoses included the need for assistance with personal care, vitreous hemorrhage (blood in the space between the eye's lens and retina), bilateral cataracts, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, major depressive disorder, and diabetes with neuropathy. Review of the quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment, dated 01/31/23, revealed the resident had moderately intact cognition, severely impaired vision, and minimally impaired hearing. Behaviors included delusions and verbal behavioral symptoms directed at others. [...]
- D Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Inspectors wroteBased on medical record review, staff interview and policy review, the facility failed to monitor resident weights as ordered by the physician. This affected one (Resident #138) of three residents reviewed for weight loss. The facility census was 148.
January 15, 2020Standard inspection · 9 citations
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview the facility failed to maintain the kitchen in a sanitary manner. This affected 166 of 167 residents residing in the facility. Resident #78 was identified as ordered nothing by mouth to eat or drink.
- E Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide the residents on the Taft unit with appropriate water containers. This affected Resident #68 and Resident #316 and affected 25 of 26 other residents on the Taft unit, Residents #10, #29, #30, #33, #42, #43, #52, #61, #83, #85, #86, #88, #89, #95, #96, #104, #105, #117, #126, #135, #136, #146, #160, #162, and #420. Resident #9 received thickened liquids and was not permitted a water pitcher/cup. The facility census was 167.
- E Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview the facility failed to ensure all state tested nurse aides (STNAs) completed twelve hours of in-service education annually. This affected one of three STNA's reviewed who had been employed greater than one year. This had the potential to affect all 28 residents residing on the Taft unit, Residents #9, #10, #29, #30, #33, #42, #43, #52, #61, #68, #83, #85, #86, #88, #89, #95, #96, #104, #105, #117, #126, #135, #136, #146, #160, #162, #316 and #420. The facility census was 167.
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review and interview the facility failed to assess, monitor and treat Resident #20's left lower leg scar and wounds. This affected one out of three residents reviewed for skin issues.
- D Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review and interview the facility failed to ensure Resident #47's and Resident #78's pressure ulcer treatments were provided as ordered by the physician. This affected two out of three residents reviewed for pressure ulcers.
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure insulin vials were dated when opened. This affected one Resident (#110) out of five residents reviewed for insulin storage on the [NAME] unit. The facility census was 167.
- D Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure Resident #110's medical record included documentation the resident was provided wine per the physician order. This finding affected one (Resident #110) of thirty-five resident records reviewed for documentation.
- C Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure Residents #78 and #167 were notified in writing the reason for the discharge in an easily understood language. This affected two (Residents #78 and #167) of four resident records reviewed for hospitalization and had the potential to affect all 168 residents residing in the facility.
- C 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure Residents #78 and #167 were provided written notification of the bed-hold policy upon discharge to the hospital. This affected two of four resident records reviewed for hospitalization and had the potential to affect any of the 168 residents residing in the facility.
Fire safety inspections
26 fire safety citations on file: 14 on May 7, 2026, 10 on May 1, 2023, 2 on January 15, 2020.
Every fire safety citation26 citations
- F Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
- F Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
- F Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
- F Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- F Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
- F Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- F To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
- F Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.
- F Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- E Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
- E Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
- E Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
- E Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
- E Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
- F Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
- F Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- F Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- F Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
- F Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- E Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
- E Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
- E Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
- E Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
- E Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
- F To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
- D Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Fines and payment denials
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against this home in the last three years. The national average is 0.9 fines per home.
Staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, from the payroll records every home sends CMS. Higher means more staff time with each resident.
| Measure | This home | Ohio | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 2.91 | 3.69 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 0.23 | 0.64 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 2.57 | 3.28 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 1.72 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 0.95 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 52.3% | 48.7% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 88.9% | 43.9% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 2 |
CMS expects 5.51 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.
Staffing by quarter, from daily payroll records
Every nursing home sends CMS its staff hours for each day (the Payroll Based Journal). Here they are added up by quarter. The latest quarter is the one behind the figures above. In January to March 2026, nursing staff hours per resident were 3.04 on weekdays and 2.57 on weekends, 15% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 7.3% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 3.23 in April to June 2025 to 2.91 in January to March 2026.
| Quarter | All nursing staff | Registered nurses | Weekdays | Weekends | Contract staff share | Days with no RN hours | Residents a day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan to Mar 2026 | 2.91 | 0.23 | 3.04 | 2.57 | 7.3% | 1 of 90 | 150 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 2.96 | 0.15 | 3.06 | 2.69 | 7.5% | 2 of 92 | 152 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 3.49 | 0.43 | 3.72 | 2.90 | 7.0% | 0 of 92 | 160 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 3.23 | 0.44 | 3.42 | 2.78 | 5.0% | 0 of 91 | 158 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| Ohio, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.64 | 0.60 | 3.80 | 3.24 | 4.6% | 0.4% of days |
Hours per resident per day: staff hours in the quarter divided by resident days (the daily census CMS derives from resident assessments). Registered nurses include the director of nursing and RNs with administrative duties; aides include nurse aides in training and medication aides, as in CMS's own staffing measure. How these are calculated.
Staff pay reports
Staff pay at this home
No staff pay figure for this home has passed review yet. A figure appears only after at least 5 reports from at least 3 different people, sent over at least 60 days, have passed review.
Official wage estimates for Ohio
| Job | Median | Middle half | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio, all employers | |||
| CNAs (nursing assistants) | $18.76 | $17.93 to $21.44 | 63,280 |
| LPNs and LVNs | $29.78 | $27.34 to $31.68 | 39,900 |
| Registered nurses | $39.67 | $38.08 to $47.61 | 143,730 |
| United States, nursing care facilities | |||
| CNAs (nursing assistants) | $20.67 | $17.91 to $22.55 | 534,270 |
| LPNs and LVNs | $33.86 | $30.05 to $37.40 | 188,210 |
| Registered nurses | $41.11 | $37.85 to $47.68 | 142,270 |
Hourly wages; the middle half runs from the 25th to the 75th percentile. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. BLS has no separate estimate for medication aides. These are survey estimates for whole occupations, not figures for any one home.
Quality measures
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | Ohio | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 1.7 | 5.3 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 0.2 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.2 | 0.5 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 3.0 | 3.2 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 2.0 | 1.2 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 1.1 | 6.1 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.8 | 3.4 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 3.2 | 8.8 | 15.4 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 27.6 | 24.9 | 23.8 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 6.1 | 12.9 | 12.0 |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 1.9 | 1.7 | 1.9 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 0.5 | 1.8 | 1.8 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: MCKINLEY NURSING.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McKinley Holdco | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Organization | 100% | 06/30/2024 |
| McKinley Opco | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | Organization | 93% | 06/30/2024 |
| Zimberg, Jacob | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | Individual | 7% | 06/30/2024 |
| Zimberg, Jacob | Corporate officer | Individual | 06/30/2024 | |
| Lekovo Dior Barkings | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 06/30/2024 | |
| Zimberg, Jacob | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 06/30/2024 | |
| McKinley Opco | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 11/12/2024 | |
| Knapp, Robert | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 06/30/2024 | |
| McClain, Brian | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 06/30/2024 |
As listed in the CMS ownership file, which names owners with a 5% or greater stake and the people and companies with operational or managerial control.
Questions to ask on a visit
Chosen from this home's own inspection record.
- Can we see a week of menus and the kitchen, and how are special diets handled?Inspectors cited 14 problems in this area, most recently on May 7, 2026: "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."
- How do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 14 problems in this area, most recently on May 7, 2026: "Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents."
- How do residents and families raise a complaint or grievance, and how fast is it answered?Inspectors cited 12 problems in this area, most recently on May 7, 2026: "Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care."
- When is the care plan meeting, and can family attend it?Inspectors cited 11 problems in this area, most recently on May 7, 2026: "Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment."
- Who is on the floor on Saturday and Sunday, and how many residents does each aide care for?Weekend nurse staffing here was 2.57 hours per resident per day, below the Ohio average of 3.28.
- How long has the current administrator been here?CMS counts 2 administrators who left in the period it measured.
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- Astoria Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Canton, 2.1 mi · 1 of 5 stars · 55 citations
- Bethany Nursing Home, Inc Canton, 2.6 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 45 citations
- The Pavilion at Edgefield for Nursing and Rehabili Canton, 2.6 mi · 1 of 5 stars · 39 citations
- Gardens of Belden Village Canton, 4.7 mi · 1 of 5 stars · 37 citations
- Hanover Healthcare Center Massillon, 4.9 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 55 citations
Ohio contacts for a concern about a nursing home
These are the official offices in Ohio. NursingHomeClear cannot take or act on complaints.
- Inspections and complaints: Ohio Department of Health, Nursing Homes and Facilities, the state agency that inspects nursing homes for CMS and takes complaints about care.
- Resident advocate: Ohio Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman, 1-800-282-1206. The long-term care ombudsman is a free, confidential advocate for residents and families, set up under the federal Older Americans Act.
- State inspection reports: Ohio Long-Term Care Quality Navigator (Ohio Department of Aging), where Ohio publishes its own records on licensed homes.
Common questions
- What is McKinley Nursing's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates McKinley Nursing 3 out of 5 stars overall, with 3 for health inspections, 1 for staffing and 5 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did McKinley Nursing get at its last inspection?
- 0 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on May 7, 2026. The Ohio average is 10.5.
- Has McKinley Nursing been fined?
- CMS lists no fines in the last three years.
- Does McKinley Nursing accept Medicaid?
- It is certified to take Medicaid (CMS lists it as "Medicare and Medicaid"). Certification does not mean a Medicaid bed is open: ask the admissions office.
- Who owns McKinley Nursing?
- CMS lists 9 owners and managers. Legal business name: MCKINLEY NURSING.
Sources
- Ratings, staffing and fines: CMS Provider Information, released September 30, 2026, data as of September 1, 2026.
- Citations: CMS Health Deficiencies and Fire Safety Deficiencies.
- Owners: CMS Ownership. Penalties: CMS Penalties.
- Staffing by quarter: CMS Payroll Based Journal Daily Nurse Staffing, April 2025 to March 2026, summed by NursingHomeClear.
- Inspector summaries: CMS Full Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567 text), data as of September 1, 2026. Each quote is the part of the statement before the detailed findings.
- Inspection reports with the inspectors' full notes are on this home's Medicare.gov page.
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