Occupancy rate
98%
In line with Delaware averageMostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Gilpin Hall Nursing Home
Nursing Home in Wilmington
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Gilpin Hall Nursing Home
Nursing Home in Wilmington
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Gilpin Hall Nursing Home is a non-profit organization in Wilmington, DE, providing care for the elderly since 1824. It offers services such as assisted care, nursing care, and rehabilitation therapy in a secure and caring environment. The facility focuses on enhancing the quality of life for its residents.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 4th out of 37 homes in Delaware.
Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 4th out of 37 homes in Delaware.Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
5h 34m per day
vs Delaware avg
+18%
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
96
Avg. Length of Stay
752 days
Who this home usually serves
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TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care
Ongoing support needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
36% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
16% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 years
Medicaid
48% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
4 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$21.0M
Surplus of revenue
$2.8M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$21.0M
Surplus of revenue
$2.8M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.2M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$13.0M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$18.2M
96-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Delaware averageOccupied beds
94 / 96
Average residents
86 per day
Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusActive
IssuanceJuly 1, 2025
License Number1063
CMS Certification Number085047
Gilpin Hall Nursing Home is administrated by Jessica Bannan.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Director of NursingRochelle Wilson
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Email
[email protected]
Specific ProgramsAdult Day Program, Assisted Care, Nursing Care, End of Life Care, Therapy
Food DescriptionThree meals per day are provided along with activity programming, housekeeping, and linen service.
Meals IncludedYes
Inspection History
In Delaware, the Department of Health and Social Services, Division of Health Care Quality is responsible for the oversight, unannounced inspection, and licensing of all long-term care settings.
7 visits/inspections
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
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Latest inspection
Date
October 13, 2025
Follow Up35 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Delaware average: 64 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Gilpin Hall Nursing Home
The most recent inspection on October 13, 2025, found the facility returned to substantial compliance with no deficiencies noted. Earlier inspections showed multiple deficiencies related to resident abuse prevention, medication management, infection control, supervision, and financial security. Complaint investigations substantiated incidents of resident-to-resident and staff-related abuse, including verbal and physical abuse, with corrective actions such as staff training and employee termination implemented. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The inspection history indicates some improvement over time, with the latest follow-up showing resolution of prior issues.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
4
Delaware average 4.4
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
Total health citations
27
Delaware average 38.9
Citations per inspection
6.75
Delaware average 8.72
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
16 of 27 citations resulted from standard inspections; 2 of 27 resulted from complaint investigations; and 9 of 27 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Delaware averageDelaware average: 0.9
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Delaware averageDelaware average: 1.2
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
26 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Aug 29, 2025
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Aug 29, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Aug 29, 2025
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Aug 29, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Oct 17, 2024
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Oct 17, 2024
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Oct 17, 2024
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Oct 17, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
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NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
168
Employees
159
Contractors
9
Staff to resident ratio
1.79:1
11% better than Delaware averageDelaware average ratio: 1.61:1
Avg staff/day
69
Average shift
7.3 hours
0% compared with Delaware averageDelaware average: 7.6 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
45,798
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
8
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
27
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
90
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.4 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
4.1%
1,864 contractor hours this quarter
Speech Language Pathologist: 3
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Certified Nursing Assistant: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 89 | 1 | 90 | 25,170 | 91 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 27 | 0 | 27 | 8,614 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 12 | 0 | 12 | 3,893 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 18 | 0 | 18 | 3,268 | 91 | 100% | 5.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1,159 | 83 | 91% | 7.6 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 945 | 62 | 68% | 7.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 860 | 65 | 71% | 6.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 440 | 55 | 60% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 440 | 55 | 60% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 426 | 64 | 70% | 6.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 405 | 69 | 76% | 5.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 123 | 46 | 51% | 2.7 |
| Medical Director | 1 | 0 | 1 | 55 | 11 | 12% | 5 |
90 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
27 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
12 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
100%
18 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
100%
8 Registered Nurse
% of Days
91%
2 Administrator
% of Days
68%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
71%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
60%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
60%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
70%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
76%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
51%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
12%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
94
Medicaid
82
87.2% of residents
Private pay or other
12
12.8% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
8.0
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
8.0
17% better than Delaware averageDelaware average: 9.6
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
17.9
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
17.9
6% better than Delaware averageDelaware average: 19.0
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
15.9%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
15.9%
In line with Delaware averageDelaware average: 15.4%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
11.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
11.8%
41% better than Delaware averageDelaware average: 19.8%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
26.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
26.0%
18% worse than Delaware averageDelaware average: 22.1%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.8%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.8%
30% worse than Delaware averageDelaware average: 3.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.1%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.1%
31% better than Delaware averageDelaware average: 4.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
6.1%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
6.1%
187% worse than Delaware averageDelaware average: 2.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.4%
7% better than Delaware averageDelaware average: 5.8%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Delaware averageDelaware average: 6.0%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
4.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
4.9%
55% better than Delaware averageDelaware average: 11.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
5% better than Delaware averageDelaware average: 95.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with Delaware averageDelaware average: 97.4%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Gilpin Hall Nursing Home based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
81.8%
↑ 2.5pp vs 2022
Net Income
$2.8M
↑ ~$3.6M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$7.9M
↑ ~$297.0K vs 2022
Profit Margin
15.4%
↑ 20.8pp vs 2022
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