Quick answers
- Where is Wayne County Care Center?
- 876 S Geyers Chapel Road, Wooster, OH 44691, in Wayne County, Ohio.
- What is the phone number of Wayne County Care Center?
- (330) 262-1786, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Wayne County Care Center?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Wayne County Care Center been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Wayne County Care Center.
- What did inspectors find at Wayne County Care Center?
- In its last three inspection cycles (September 5, 2019 to May 14, 2026), Medicare lists 12 health citations; the most serious was level G. 1 was level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (September 5, 2019 to May 14, 2026), Wayne County Care Center had 12 health citations; the most serious was level G (actual harm to residents). 1 of them was level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 4.05 hours per resident per day; the Ohio average is 3.71 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: November 14, 2024 — 8 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: November 14, 2024 (standard health inspection); May 14, 2026 (complaint investigation).
Show 8 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0600 Level D
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
F0602 Level D
“Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0567 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.”
F0569 Level D
“Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.”
F0582 Level D
“Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.”
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
Previous cycle: May 26, 2022 — 2 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: May 26, 2022 (standard health inspection).
Show 2 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0578 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.”
F0791 Level D
“Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.”
Earlier cycle: September 5, 2019 — 2 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: September 5, 2019 (standard health inspection); September 10, 2024 (complaint investigation).
F0689 Level G
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Show 1 less serious citation (levels A to F)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
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Fire safety citations (16)
K0321 Level F
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
K0324 Level F
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0363 Level F
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0372 Level F
“Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.”
K0511 Level F
“Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.”
K0914 Level F
“Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.”
K0222 Level F
“Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.”
K0372 Level F
“Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.”
K0211 Level E
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0321 Level E
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
K0920 Level E
“Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”
K0222 Level E
“Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.”
K0353 Level E
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0355 Level E
“Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Ohio | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.54 | 0.64 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 1.12 | 0.95 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.39 | 2.12 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.05 | 3.71 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.41 | 3.29 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.25 | 0.43 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 62.5% | 49.0% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 42.9% | 44.4% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.6 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Wayne County Auditor.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (1)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wayne County Auditor | Direct owner | 100% | January 1, 2007 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
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Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 50 |
| Average residents per day | 46.3 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Government – county |
| Legal business name | Wayne County Auditor |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 2007-04-12 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 876 S Geyers Chapel Road, Wooster, OH 44691 |
| County | Wayne County |
| State | Ohio |
| Phone | (330) 262‑1786 |
| CMS Certification Number | 366341 |
| Name in Medicare records | WAYNE COUNTY CARE CENTER |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Glendora Health Care Center2.4 mi · Wooster, OH · 2 of 5 stars
- Wooster Community Hospital SNF3.1 mi · Wooster, OH · 5 of 5 stars
- West View Healthy Living4.2 mi · Wooster, OH · 4 of 5 stars
- Smithville Western Care Center4.9 mi · Wooster, OH · 2 of 5 stars
- Avenue at Wooster5.2 mi · Wooster, OH · 3 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Wooster Community Hospital3.1 mi · Wooster, OH · Acute Care Hospital
- Aultman Orrville Hospital7.6 mi · Orrville, OH · Critical Access Hospital
- Pomerene Hospital17 mi · Millersburg, OH · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13