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The Jefferson
Location: 900 N. Taylor St., Arlington, VA [See Map]
Overview
The Jefferson in Arlington, VA has an overall rating of 5 out of 5 and has a short-term rehabilitation rating of High Performing. It is a small facility with 31 beds and has for-profit, corporate ownership. The Jefferson is not a part of a continuing care retirement community. It participates in Medicare and Medicaid.
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Patient Safety Summary for The Jefferson
With Coronavirus posing a significant risk to seniors, patient safety is of utmost importance. While US News does not give a Patient Safety rating, these are important aspects of choosing a Nursing Home. Certain of these elements are part of the long and short term care ratings.
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Reported COVID-19 Cases to Date As of 11/29/2020, this home's reported COVID-19 infection cases among its residents and staff. This reporting to the federal government is required by regulation. More information available at CMS. | 26 |
Reported COVID-19 Cases in Most Recent Cycle From 11/22/2020 to 11/29/2020, this home's reported COVID-19 infection cases among its residents and staff. This reporting to the federal government is required by regulation. More information available at CMS. | 0 |
Flu vaccination Percentage of short term rehab patients who were appropriately given a timely flu vaccination. Vaccinations are an important disease-prevention tool, especially when people are living in close proximity. Data used in analysis was from 01/01/2019 - 12/31/2019. | 87.4% Average: 84.3% National Average: 82.9% Higher is better |
Pneumonia vaccination Percentage of long term care residents who were appropriately given a pneumonia vaccination. Vaccinations are an important disease-prevention tool, especially when people are living in close proximity. Data used in analysis was from 01/01/2019 - 12/31/2019. | N/A |
Prevention of falls Percentage of short term rehab patients who did not experience any falls resulting in a major injury, such as bone fracture or dislocation. Data used in analysis was from 10/01/2018 - 09/30/2019. | 99.7% Average: 99.3% National Average: 99.1% Higher is better |
Infection Control Violations The home has a record of health deficiencies/violations in the most recent inspection as of September 2020. | No |
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The Jefferson
900 N. Taylor St., Arlington, VA 22203
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Short-Term Rehabilitation Rating
This rating evaluates a nursing home's quality of post-acute care for patients recovering from a hospital stay such as after stroke, heart attack, infection or accidental injury. View Rating Methodology »
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Registered nurse staffing Availability of registered nursing staff per resident per day. Registered nurses have the highest training level among nursing staff. Nursing levels are most associated with successful rehabilitation. Data used in analysis was from 01/01/2019 - 12/31/2019. | 1 hrs 14 mins Virginia Average: 38 mins National Average: 41 mins Higher is better |
Physical therapist staffing Availability of physical rehabilitation therapists per resident per day. Patients who receive appropriate PT are more likely to go home on time and be able to avoid injury. Data used in analysis was from 01/01/2019 - 12/31/2019. | 25 mins Virginia Average: 5 mins National Average: 5 mins Higher is better |
Consistent nurse staffing Percentage of days where federal standards for registered nurse staffing hours were met. Adequate staffing is associated with better safety and outcomes. Data used in analysis was from 01/01/2019 - 12/31/2019. | 100.0% Virginia Average: 98.3% National Average: 97.7% Higher is better |
Flu vaccination Percentage of short term rehab patients who were appropriately given a timely flu vaccination. Vaccinations are an important disease-prevention tool, especially when people are living in close proximity. Data used in analysis was from 01/01/2019 - 12/31/2019. | 87.4% Virginia Average: 84.3% National Average: 82.9% Higher is better |
Use of antipsychotic drugs Percentage of patients who were newly given antipsychotic drugs. High levels of use of these drugs can indicate inappropriate use for behavior control rather than for medical treatment. Data used in analysis was from 01/01/2019 - 12/31/2019. | 1.0% Virginia Average: 1.7% National Average: 1.8% Lower is better |
Prevention of falls Percentage of short term rehab patients who did not experience any falls resulting in a major injury, such as bone fracture or dislocation. Data used in analysis was from 10/01/2018 - 09/30/2019. | 99.7% Virginia Average: 99.3% National Average: 99.1% Higher is better |
Emergency-room visits Percent of patients who needed to go to an ER (ED) during their stay. Indicative of higher quality of care and attention to patient safety. Data used in analysis was from 01/01/2019 - 12/31/2019. | 6.5% Virginia Average: 10.7% National Average: 10.3% Lower is better |
Patients able to return home Percentage of patients who were discharged from the nursing home to their own home or residence, an indication of successful rehabilitation. Data used in analysis was from 10/01/2016 - 09/30/2018. | 75.1% Virginia Average: 55.9% National Average: 49.1% Higher is better |
Rate of substantiated complaints Indicates that a home had a low or reasonable level of substantiated complaints. A low rate of complaints is associated with better safety and satisfaction. Data used in analysis was from 10/31/2014 - 03/03/2020. | Low or reasonable volume of complaints |
Patient-centered rehabilitation therapy Percentage of patients who received more than the minimum amount of therapy indicated for their condition. This suggests that patients are receiving appropriate care. Data used in analysis was from 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017. | 64.5% Virginia Average: 45.7% National Average: 48.0% Higher is better |
Government Conducted Inspections
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services conducts regular health, fire and safety inspections. The most recent inspection reports are below. These are not part of U.S. News' ratings calculation.
Health Inspection
A government-assigned rating based on results of state health inspections. Shows how well this home met health and safety standards for food preparation and other activities in the latest three state inspections. Such inspections are conducted at least every 15 months. Also includes results of consumer complaint investigations.
See Health Inspection Violations for the Cycle Ending on March 06, 2019
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Violation Information | Potential For Harm | Residents Affected | Inspection Date | Date Fixed | ||||
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Nursing home has failed to ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | Low | Few | 03/06/19 | 04/18/19 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Low | Some | 03/06/19 | 04/18/19 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Low | Few | 03/06/19 | 04/18/19 |
See Health Inspection Violations for the Cycle Ending on February 02, 2018
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Violation Information | Potential For Harm | Residents Affected | Inspection Date | Date Fixed | ||||
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Nursing home has failed to develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | Low | Few | 02/02/18 | 03/16/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. | Low | Few | 02/02/18 | 03/16/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | Low | Some | 02/02/18 | 03/16/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home. | Low | Few | 02/02/18 | 03/16/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to 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. | Low | Few | 02/02/18 | 03/16/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | Low | Few | 02/02/18 | 03/16/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident’s needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Low | Few | 02/02/18 | 03/16/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | Low | Few | 02/02/18 | 03/16/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | Low | Few | 02/02/18 | 03/16/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to 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. | Low | Few | 02/02/18 | 03/16/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Low | Some | 02/02/18 | 03/16/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | Low | Many | 02/02/18 | 03/16/18 |
See Health Inspection Violations for the Cycle Ending on February 09, 2017
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Violation Information | Potential For Harm | Residents Affected | Inspection Date | Date Fixed | ||||
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Nursing home has failed to immediately tell the resident, the resident’s doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Low | Few | 02/09/17 | 03/01/17 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident. | Low | Few | 02/09/17 | 02/20/17 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to ensure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless medically necessary, and that incontinent patients receive proper services to prevent urinary tract infections and restore normal bladder functions. | Low | Few | 02/09/17 | 03/23/17 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to ensure that each resident’s 1) entire drug/medication regimen is free from unnecessary drugs; and 2) is managed and monitored to achieve highest level of well-being. | Low | Few | 02/09/17 | 02/20/17 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to make sure menus meet the resident’s nutritional needs and that there is a prepared menu by which nutritious meals have been planned for the resident and followed. | Low | Some | 02/09/17 | 03/01/17 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Low | Some | 02/09/17 | 03/01/17 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to provide routine and emergency drugs through a licensed pharmacist and only under the general supervision of a licensed nurse. | Low | Few | 02/09/17 | 02/20/17 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to keep accurate, complete and organized clinical records on each resident that meet professional standards. | Low | Few | 02/09/17 | 03/23/17 |
Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness
How well this home met National Fire Protection Association standards over its latest inspections.
Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness Violations Over Time
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Penalties
This nursing home has not been fined or denied payment in the last three years.
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