Universal Health Care - Greenville is a medium-sized senior living facility located in Greenville, North Carolina, that provides both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services. The facility has 120 beds and operates as a for-profit, corporate-owned facility. Universal Health Care - Greenville is not affiliated with a continuing care retirement community but is certified to participate in both Medicare and Medicaid, allowing for a range of payment options for residents and their families.
The short-term rehabilitation services at Universal Health Care - Greenville aim to support patients recovering from hospital stays, such as those recovering from strokes, heart attacks, infections, or injuries. Approximately 33.7% of residents were able to return home after discharge, indicating a focus on helping individuals regain independence whenever possible. The facility provides nurse staffing averaging 3 hours and 29 minutes per resident each day, fostering a consistent standard of care throughout the week, including weekends which receive above-average staffing attention. During short-term stays, some residents might experience falls or infections requiring hospitalization; statistics from the past year indicate that 1.6% of residents had falls resulting in major injuries and 7.9% developed infections that required hospital care. Emergency room visits during short-term stays occurred at a rate of 7.5%.
For those requiring long-term care, Universal Health Care - Greenville assists residents who need daily medical and non-medical support, including administering medications, dressing, eating, mobility, and using the bathroom. The proportion of long-term residents who maintained the ability to self-care was 54.9%. Preventive care efforts are evident, with 66.7% of residents receiving their annual flu vaccinations. Emergency room visits for long-term residents averaged 1 per 1,000 patient days, and the facility upheld diligent nurse staffing policies throughout the week. Long-term care payment can be managed through Medicaid, after the use of long-term care insurance and personal savings, for those who meet specific eligibility criteria.
Universal Health Care - Greenville has undergone regular health, fire, and safety inspections. The most recent health inspection cycle included a thorough review of the facility’s standards regarding resident rights, accommodation of preferences, comprehensive assessment and care planning, medication management, posting of staffing information, respiratory care, safe storage of drugs and biologicals, provision of dental services, and safeguarding of resident medical records. Findings from these inspections highlighted areas where improvements were necessary but also affirmed the facility’s response in addressing and resolving various issues within specified timeframes.
Over the past three years, the facility has paid fines totaling $46,472 in connection with regulatory matters. Universal Health Care – Greenville places an emphasis on maintaining adequate nurse staffing to provide consistent care and strives to improve the well-being of its residents through structured care plans and support for both medical and daily living activities. The center continues to serve the Greenville community as an option for families seeking both rehabilitation and extended care for their loved ones.
