Inspection Reports for Sparks Nursing Center

500 E Whitmer St., Central City, KY 42330, KY, 42330

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Inspection Report Summary

The most recent inspection on October 6, 2025, found no deficiencies related to the complaint investigation conducted at that time. Earlier inspections showed mostly clean results, though the August 27, 2025 survey identified a deficiency involving improper labeling and storage of food items in the kitchen, which could affect resident safety. Prior complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, with no deficiencies issued. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. The inspection history suggests generally good compliance with occasional isolated issues related to food storage.

Deficiencies (last 1 years)

Deficiencies (over 1 years) 1 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

79% better than Kentucky average
Kentucky average: 4.7 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

4 3 2 1 0
2025

Census

Latest occupancy rate 74 residents

Based on a October 2025 inspection.

Census over time

69 72 75 78 81 Mar 2025 Aug 2025 Oct 2025

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 74 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 6, 2025

Visit Reason
A complaint survey investigating KY00047239 was conducted.

Complaint Details
Complaint investigation KY00047239 was concluded with no deficiencies issued.
Findings
No deficiencies were issued related to the complaint investigation KY00047239.

Report Facts
Sample Size: 1 Supplemental Residents: 0

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 75 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Aug 27, 2025

Visit Reason
A Relicensure and Complaint Survey investigating multiple complaint IDs was conducted from 08/25/2025 to 08/27/2025 at Sparks Nursing Center.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was concluded on 08/27/2025 with no deficiencies issued for some complaint IDs. The deficiency related to food storage was identified during the survey.
Findings
No deficiencies were issued related to several complaint IDs. However, a deficiency was found regarding improper labeling and storage of food items in the kitchen, which posed a potential risk to 75 residents. The facility failed to store food in accordance with professional standards.

Deficiencies (1)
Facility failed to store food properly; food items were not dated, covered, or sealed to prevent contamination, risking resident safety.
Report Facts
Survey Census: 75 Sample Size: 12

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jennifer SteeleAdministratorNamed in relation to in-service training on food labeling and storage, and responsible for monitoring compliance.
Jennifer SteeleAdministratorWill perform random checks in food storage areas to ensure compliance with professional standards.
Dietary ManagerInterviewed regarding food labeling and storage practices.

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 75 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Mar 27, 2025

Visit Reason
A complaint survey was conducted to investigate multiple complaint allegations identified by their KY numbers, initiated on 2025-03-26 and concluded on 2025-03-27.

Complaint Details
The complaint survey investigated KY00045506, KY00045162, KY00045017, KY00044904, KY00044819, KY00044308, KY00043673, KY00043677, and KY00043912. No deficiencies were found.
Findings
No deficient practice was identified related to the complaint allegations investigated during the survey.

Report Facts
Sample Size: 11

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