Universal Health Care - Fuquay Varina is a medium-sized, for-profit skilled nursing facility that offers both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services within the Fuquay Varina community. Designed to accommodate up to 100 residents, it operates under corporate ownership and participates in both Medicare and Medicaid programs. The facility is not part of a continuing care retirement community, focusing instead on providing a range of health and personal care support for seniors and individuals needing rehabilitation following a hospital stay.
The care home is recognized for its efforts in post-acute care, particularly supporting patients during recovery from incidents such as strokes, heart attacks, infections, or accidental injuries. On average, a significant percentage of residents are able to return home after being discharged from their short-term stays. The facility provides dedicated nurse staffing, with an average of over three hours of nursing care per resident per day, ensuring that individualized attention is given to daily medical and supportive needs. Residents benefit from on-site services aimed at helping them with activities of daily living, including dressing, personal care, eating, and mobility assistance.
In addition to meeting residents’ physical health needs, Universal Health Care - Fuquay Varina is structured to offer various supplemental care services, such as social support and tailored plans for residents with medical complexities. The facility emphasizes the importance of vaccination programs, such as annual influenza vaccinations, to enhance residents’ wellness and prevent the spread of infectious diseases within the community.
Quality of care at Universal Health Care - Fuquay Varina is measured through a regular review of outcomes such as the incidence of falls resulting in major injuries, emergency room visits, and rates of infections leading to hospitalization. Nurse staffing levels are maintained, and the facility’s ability to support both daily and weekend care is assessed to ensure responsiveness to resident needs at all times. Attention is given to the consistent implementation of care planning, medication management, nutrition standards, and procedures for preventing common facility concerns such as pressure ulcers and infection risks.
In its commitment to resident well-being, Universal Health Care - Fuquay Varina also implements procedures for supporting residents’ rights, such as facilitating self-determination, encouraging participation in community and resident groups, and promoting a high quality of life. Residents are provided with appropriate social services to help them achieve the best possible personal outcomes during their stay. Special measures are taken to ensure that safety and supervision standards are in place, including accident prevention, comprehensive assessments, maintaining secure medication storage, and implementing pest control arrangements as necessary.
Through regular staffing, ongoing assessment, and a focus on individualized care, Universal Health Care - Fuquay Varina strives to meet the diverse needs of its resident population. The facility maintains programs for continuous quality improvement, addressing deficiencies as they arise and working to provide an environment conducive to safety, dignity, and rehabilitation for those requiring nursing care and support with daily living activities.