Epic Nursing & Rehabilitation is a medium-sized nursing facility that accommodates 119 residents and operates under for-profit, LLC ownership. The facility offers both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services, catering to individuals who need assistance with daily living or are recovering from hospitalization due to stroke, heart attack, infection, injuries, or other health events. Epic Nursing & Rehabilitation is not affiliated with any continuing care retirement community but does participate in both Medicare and Medicaid programs, making it accessible to a wider range of individuals with varying financial and medical needs.
The care provided at Epic Nursing & Rehabilitation includes a blend of medical and non-medical support designed to help residents regain and maintain their independence to the greatest extent possible. Residents benefit from skilled nurse staffing and support for activities such as administering medication, assistance with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and eating, and nursing oversight. On average, residents receive about 2 hours and 41 minutes of nurse staffing per day. The facility emphasizes regular health maintenance, as reflected in the 100% annual flu vaccination rate among residents.
Epic Nursing & Rehabilitation handles admissions for both short-term rehabilitation patients and those seeking longer-term placement due to chronic health needs. About 46.4% of short-term rehabilitation residents are able to return to their homes after discharge, illustrating the facility’s focus on rehabilitation and recovery. The home provides individualized care plans and strives to maintain residents' ability to perform everyday activities, with approximately 91.5% of long-term care residents able to move, eat, and use the bathroom independently during their stay.
In terms of safety and health, staffing is supplemented on weekends, although consistent weekend and weekday staffing has room for improvement. Epic Nursing & Rehabilitation maintains procedures for infection prevention and control, and emphasizes the privacy and confidentiality of residents’ medical and personal information. Annual state health inspections review the facility’s compliance with standards for food preparation, infection control, personalized care planning, and adequate nurse staffing. The home has a record of quickly addressing and correcting non-critical issues when identified during these inspections.
The facility is equipped to handle the requirements of residents with a variety of needs and makes efforts to assess and meet the necessary resources for day-to-day operations as well as emergencies. The environment aims to be supportive and responsive, working to ensure each resident receives the level of care needed for their unique situation, whether they are there for a short rehabilitation stay or require a longer period of support. Epic Nursing & Rehabilitation plays a vital role in the community, providing important healthcare and living services to seniors and individuals in need of nursing care.