Altercare Zanesville Inc. in Zanesville, Ohio operates as a nursing-home provider, centering its services on 24-hour skilled nursing care. Registered nurses and licensed practical nurses monitor residents around the clock, managing complex medical conditions such as diabetes, cardiac issues, and post-surgical recovery. Short-term rehabilitation is available for patients transitioning from hospital to home, with therapies organized within the facility to reduce outside appointments. Long-term residents receive ongoing assessments, medication administration, and coordination with physicians, pharmacies, and diagnostic labs to keep treatment plans current and compliant with state and federal regulations.
Beyond routine nursing coverage, the facility offers physical, occupational, and speech therapy delivered in a dedicated rehab area. Respiratory care, wound management, IV therapy, and pain control protocols are in place, with interdisciplinary team meetings held regularly to review progress. A medical director oversees clinical policies, while attending physicians visit on a set schedule for examinations and care plan adjustments. Social services staff handle discharge planning and help residents and families navigate insurance, while a dietitian, pharmacist, and consulting specialists contribute to individualized treatment strategies.
Resident accommodations consist of private and semi-private rooms equipped with hospital-grade beds, in-room call systems, and accessible bathrooms; some rooms include built-in wardrobes, individual climate controls, and basic cable. Common areas such as lounges and activity rooms are situated close to resident wings to limit walking distance, and secure outdoor space is available for fresh air when weather permits. Not all rooms contain every amenity, so prospective residents should confirm specific features during a tour.
Meals are prepared on site in a commercial kitchen and served three times daily in a communal dining room, with tray service offered to those who need or prefer to eat in their rooms. The registered dietitian designs regular, diabetic, cardiac, mechanically altered, and renal menus to meet physician-ordered dietary requirements, and staff monitor intake to flag any nutritional concerns. Between-meal snacks and beverages are accessible at hydration stations, and families may arrange for guest meals or bring in outside food once dietary staff verify its suitability.
