Nursing homes › Virginia › River View on the Appomattox Health & Rehab Center
201 Epps Street, Hopewell, VA 23860 · 8045411445 · 124 certified beds
Per CMS filings, this facility is affiliated with Commonwealth Care of Roanoke, a group operating 12 facilities in 1 states. Group record: average rating 3.6/5, 1 abuse citation icons, 0 facilities on the Special Focus list, $24,654 in federal fines. This facility rates below its group average (3.6/5).
Total nurse staffing: 3.51 (Virginia median: 3.45). RN hours: 0.29. Weekend total: 2.99. Nursing staff turnover: 75%.
All-time on record: 63 deficiency citations, including 2 at immediate-jeopardy level. Below: citations from 2023 onward (severity letters explained in methodology).
| Survey date | Deficiency | Sev. | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-05-18 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | complaint | corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-05-18 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | complaint | corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-05-18 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | D | complaint | corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2024-05-18 | Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them. | D | complaint | corrected 2024-07-29 |
| 2023-03-09 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | K | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | J | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | F | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. | E | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | E | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | 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. | E | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws. | E | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. | D | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | 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. | D | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. | D | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Provide appropriate foot care. | D | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. | D | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. | D | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | 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. | D | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff. | D | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. | D | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | D | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. | C | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
| 2023-03-09 | Post nurse staffing information every day. | B | Health | corrected 2023-04-23 |
No federal fines or payment denials on record.
| Name | Role | Type | % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALESANTRINO, JOE | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 06/01/2019 |
| PETRINE, DEBORAH | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 12/16/2005 |
| TUCKER, DAVID | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 07/01/2007 |
| COMMONWEALTH CARE OF ROANOKE INC | Operational/Managerial Control | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/24/2005 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog (July 2026 release) — provider file, deficiency file, ownership file, penalty file. CCN 495085. Corrections: data@carerecords.org.