Map showing the location of LIBERTY NURSING CENTER OF MANSFIELD in MANSFIELD, Ohio
535 LEXINGTON AVENUE, MANSFIELD, OH, 44907

Overall Score

CMS Five-Star Quality Rating
2/5Below averageCMS Five-Star overall rating
  1. Much below average
  2. Below average
  3. Average
  4. Above average
  5. Much above average

Where it ranks

  • OhioAbove only 10% of peers911 rated homes · average 3.2★
  • Richland CountyAbove only 33% of peers10 rated homes · average 2.4★
  • United StatesAbove only 20% of peers14,574 rated homes · average 3.0★

How the rating is built

  • Health inspectionsStarting point2★−0.8 vs OH avg
  • StaffingCan add or remove a star4★+1.6 vs OH avg
  • Quality measuresCan add or remove a star2★−2.4 vs OH avg

CMS starts from the health inspection stars, then adds or subtracts a star for staffing and for quality measures. Stars are assigned relative to other facilities in the same state.

Ratings & measures

Tap a row to see what it means
Health inspection ratingCMS stars from the last three on-site inspection cycles2★Above only 20% of peersOH avg2.8★U.S. avg2.8★
What is health inspection rating?

Stars assigned from the last three standard surveys and every complaint investigation in that window, weighted toward the most recent and the most serious findings. CMS assigns these stars relative to other facilities in the same state.

Why it matters

It carries the most weight in the overall rating and is the only domain based on what trained inspectors saw on site rather than what the facility reported.

Staffing ratingCMS stars from payroll-reported hours and turnover4★Above 80% of peersOH avg2.4★U.S. avg2.9★
What is staffing rating?

Nurse and aide hours per resident day from payroll records CMS collects every quarter, adjusted for how much care residents need, plus staff turnover and weekend coverage.

Why it matters

More hours and lower turnover are the strongest predictors of fewer falls, pressure sores, and avoidable hospital stays.

Quality measures ratingCMS stars from clinical outcomes and resident assessments2★Lowest tier among peersOH avg4.4★U.S. avg3.6★
What is quality measures rating?

Clinical outcomes from resident assessments and Medicare claims: falls with injury, pressure ulcers, hospitalizations, antipsychotic use, and more, for both short-stay and long-stay residents.

Why it matters

It shows whether care is working, but part of it comes from the facility’s own assessments, so read it alongside the inspection results.

Total nurse hoursPer resident per day, all nursing staff3.80hrsAbove 66% of peersOH avg3.73Benchmark4.10
What is total nurse hours?

All licensed nurse and aide hours worked, divided by the number of residents, on an average day. Reported from payroll, not self-reported.

Why it matters

Federal research links 4.1 hours a day to fewer avoidable harms. Below about 3 hours, residents wait longer for help with basics like toileting and repositioning.

RN hoursPer resident per day, registered nurses only0.80hrsAbove 81% of peersOH avg0.63Benchmark0.75
What is rn hours?

Registered nurse hours only. RNs assess residents, manage medications, and catch changes in condition; LPNs and aides deliver most hands-on care.

Why it matters

RN coverage is the staffing measure most tied to fewer hospital transfers and infections, and it is where thinly staffed facilities cut first.

Nursing staff turnoverShare of nursing staff who left within a year · lower is better35%Above 85% of peersOH avg50%RN turnover11%
What is nursing staff turnover?

The share of nursing staff who left within the past year, from the same payroll data.

Why it matters

High turnover means residents are cared for by people who do not know them, and it is one of the strongest predictors of inspection problems.

Fines in the last three yearsCivil money penalties imposed by CMS · lower is better$41,243Above only 16% of peersOH avg$23,502Fines · denials1 · 0
What is fines in the last three years?

Civil money penalties CMS imposed after serious or uncorrected deficiencies, and denials of Medicare payment for new admissions.

Why it matters

Penalties follow the worst inspection findings. A recent fine is the clearest sign that inspectors found real harm.

Inspection history

Last three inspection cycles
35citations
5inspection dates
4actual harm (G–I)
0immediate jeopardy (J–L)
May 13, 2025most recent

Citations by monthSep 2019 – May 2025

  • No actual harm (D–F)
  • Actual harm (G–I)
  • Immediate jeopardy (J–L)
  • $Fine or payment denial

Click a month or a year to filter the findings below. Arrow keys move between months; Esc clears.

May 13, 202513 citationsCycle 1worst G · actual harm$41,243
  1. F887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.Infection ControlF · widespreadCorrected Jun 4, 2025
  2. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jun 4, 2025
  3. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected Jun 4, 2025
  4. F605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationE · patternCorrected Jun 4, 2025
  5. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Jun 4, 2025
  6. F644Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Jun 4, 2025
  7. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Jun 4, 2025
  8. F825Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jun 4, 2025
  9. F561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Jun 4, 2025
  10. F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Jun 4, 2025
  11. F848Provide a neutral and fair arbitration process and agree to arbitrator and venue.AdministrationD · isolatedCorrected Jun 4, 2025
  12. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Jun 4, 2025
  13. F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Jun 4, 2025
Dec 19, 20233 citationsCycle 3worst D · no actual harm
  1. F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Dec 26, 2023
  2. F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Dec 26, 2023
  3. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Dec 26, 2023
Nov 1, 20231 citationCycle 3worst D · no actual harm
  1. F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Nov 6, 2023
Sep 7, 20229 citationsCycle 2worst G · actual harm
  1. F676Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Nov 5, 2022
  2. F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Nov 5, 2022
  3. F584Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Nov 5, 2022
  4. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Nov 5, 2022
  5. F679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Nov 5, 2022
  6. F685Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Nov 5, 2022
  7. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected Nov 5, 2022
  8. F761Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Nov 5, 2022
  9. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Nov 5, 2022
Sep 12, 20199 citationsCycle 3worst G · actual harm
  1. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected Oct 12, 2019
  2. Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Oct 12, 2019
  3. F576Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.Resident RightsC · widespreadCorrected Oct 12, 2019
  4. F578Honor 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.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Oct 12, 2019
  5. F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Oct 12, 2019
  6. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected Oct 12, 2019
  7. F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Oct 12, 2019
  8. F810Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.Nutrition and DietaryD · isolatedCorrected Oct 12, 2019
  9. F921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.EnvironmentalE · patternCorrected Oct 12, 2019

Staffing

From quarterly payroll reports

Hours per resident per day

  • All nursing staffRNs, LPNs and aides combined3.80hrsAbove 66% of peers+0.07 vs OH avg
  • Registered nursesRN hours only0.80hrsAbove 81% of peers+0.17 vs OH avg
  • Licensed practical nursesLPN hours0.59hrs
  • Nurse aidesCNA hours2.41hrs
  • Weekend nursingAll staff on Saturdays and Sundays3.13hrs
  • Ohio average
  • Research benchmark (4.10 total, 0.75 RN)

Turnover & capacity

  • Nursing staff turnoverShare who left within a year · lower is better35%Above 85% of peersOH avg 50%
  • RN turnoverRegistered nurses only11%Not ranked by CMS
  • Administrators who leftIn the past year1Leadership changed
  • Occupancy68 certified beds · ~53 residents a day78%Above only 27% of peersOH avg 83%

Fines & penalties

Roughly the past three years

Enforcement summary

  • $41,243In fines
  • 1Fine
  • 0Payment denials
  • $23,502OH avg in fines
Above only 16% of peersFewer fines than 16% of rated homes in Ohio

Actions on record

  1. May 13, 2025Civil money penalty$41,243

Ownership

As filed with CMS

Structure

Ownership type
For profit - Individual
Chain
Independent
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Location type
Urban
Ownership change
None in the last 12 months

People and entities on file

Direct owners (5%+)
  • Linda Black-Kurek
Corporate directors
  • Linda Black-Kurek
Corporate officers
  • Linda Black-Kurek
  • Bruce Carpenter
Managing employees
  • Angel Webber

Person Organization

Sources & notes

Public data, updated quarterly

Data sources

  • CMS Care Compare · Provider InformationStar ratings, staffing hours, turnover, penalties and flags · processed February 2026.
  • CMS Health CitationsEvery deficiency from the last three inspection cycles, with scope, severity and inspection cycle.
  • CMS Penalties and Ownership filesCivil money penalties, payment denials, and the owners and managers on file.

Notes

  • CMS Certification Number 365475 · 535 LEXINGTON AVENUE, MANSFIELD, OH, 44907.
  • Percentiles compare this facility with every rated nursing home in Ohio and Richland County. Turnover and fines are inverted so a high percentile is always good.
  • This is an informational summary of public data, not medical, legal, or placement advice. Facilities cannot pay to change it; a facility that believes a record is wrong can dispute it with CMS.

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