Occupancy rate
73%
Similar to the North Carolina average: 76.4%The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills
Nursing Home · Raleigh, NC
The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills
Nursing Home · Raleigh, NC
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The Cardinal at North Hills is a luxury senior living community located in Raleigh, North Carolina. It offers a range of services including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with numerous amenities and activities designed to enhance their quality of life.
49-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 34 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Occupancy
Similar to the North Carolina average: 76.4%Occupied beds
36 / 49
Average residents per home in North Carolina
85 per day
StatusActive
CountyWake
License NumberHAL-092-226
Rehabilitation Services
24-Hour Staffing
Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes
Aquatic Center
Fitness Centers
Libraries
Salons
Spa
Outdoor Game Area
Creative Arts Studio
Family Suites
Dog Park
Multiple Dining Venues
ActivitiesA full calendar of social, cultural, and educational activities.
Food DescriptionDining options include multiple restaurants with seasonal dishes and a variety of settings.
Inspection History
In North Carolina, the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation conducts unannounced surveys to ensure nursing and adult care homes meet safety standards.
Since 2023 · 3 years of data
12 deficiencies
4 inspections
0 penalties
4 inspections with deficiencies
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the North Carolina state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2023 vs. North Carolina state average
Overall vs. NC average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than North Carolina average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (36% above)
• Inspection deficiency rate (11% above) 4 Better Metrics better than North Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (74% below)
• Deficiencies per year (74% below)
• Total inspections (81% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (79% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (36% above)
• Inspection deficiency rate (11% above) 4 Better Metrics better than North Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (74% below)
• Deficiencies per year (74% below)
• Total inspections (81% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (79% below)
Latest Inspection
February 5, 2025
Annual Inspection
Deficiencies
Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | NC Average | vs. NC Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 12 | 46 | This facility has 74% fewer total deficiencies than a typical North Carolina nursing home (12 vs. NC avg 46).↓ 74% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 4 | 15.3 | This facility has 74% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical North Carolina nursing home (4 vs. NC avg 15.3).↓ 74% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 3 | 2.2 | This facility has 36% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical North Carolina nursing home (3 vs. NC avg 2.2).↑ 36% worse |
Inspections
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | NC Average | vs. NC Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 4 | 21 | This facility has 81% fewer total inspections than a typical North Carolina nursing home (4 vs. NC avg 21).↓ 81% better |
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Inspections with deficiencies
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency.
| 4 | 19 | This facility has 79% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical North Carolina nursing home (4 vs. NC avg 19).↓ 79% better |
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Inspection deficiency rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency.
| 100% | 90% | This facility has 10 percentage points higher inspection deficiency rate than a typical North Carolina nursing home (100% vs. NC avg 90%).↑ 10% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on February 5, 2025, identified deficiencies related to water temperatures in residents' bathrooms, medication aide training and competency validation, incomplete tuberculosis testing and resident registers, and medication administration errors. Earlier inspections from October 11, 2023, showed similar issues with competency validation, tuberculosis testing, resident registers, care plan signatures, therapy follow-up, and medication administration. Inspectors cited recurring themes around staff training and competency, documentation, and medication management. No complaint investigations or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. The pattern of deficiencies appears consistent over time without clear improvement or worsening.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills is located in Raleigh, North Carolina.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills
Is The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills in a walkable area?
The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills has a walk score of 34. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills?
According to NC state health department records, The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills's license number is HAL-092-226.
What is the occupancy rate at The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills?
The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills's occupancy is 73%.
What is the overall rating for The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills?
The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills received a 3-star overall rating from the CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services). This score combines results from staffing levels, quality measures, and health inspections.
How many beds does The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills have?
The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills has 49 beds.
Are there photos of The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills?
Yes — there are 18 photos of The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills?
The East Tower at Cardinal North Hills is located at 320 St. Albans Drive Raleigh, NC 27609.
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