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Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills

189 Alps Rd, Branford, CT 06405 View map

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Overview of Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills

Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills is a top-rated nursing home in Branford, CT, that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. The community strives to provide older adults with a home away from home, ensuring they are cared for like family. An in-house pharmacy, caregiver respite, and therapeutic diet and nutrition are among the exceptional services provided to improve residents’ living experiences. With its personalized care, this 190-bed nursing home ensures older adults’ healthcare needs are met.

Recreational activities dedicated to enhancing residents’ holistic well-being are provided to ensure they can maintain an active lifestyle. Serene walking paths and beautifully landscaped outdoors also accompany residents, ensuring their relaxation and peace of mind. Set in the tree-lined residential area of Branford, the community ensures residents have a laid-back lifestyle. This nursing home is highly recognized in Connecticut, especially with its exceptional care and top-notch amenities.

(203) 481-6221 INFO@ARKBRANFORDHILLS.COM

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating

3/5

Connecticut average: 3.4/5

Health Inspection

3/5

Connecticut average: 3.1/5

Staffing

3/5

Connecticut average: 3.4/5

Quality Measures

3/5

Connecticut average: 3.6/5

Nursing care per resident

3h 48m per day

This home provides 6% less nursing time per resident than the Connecticut average.

Connecticut average: 4h 4m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Registered Nurse (RN) 44m per day 42m per day 41m per day

Nurse Aide 2h 11m per day 2h 17m per day 2h 21m per day

Total Nursing (Weekend) 3h 8m per day 3h 25m per day 3h 26m per day

Physical Therapist 6m per day 5m per day 4m per day

RN (Weekend) 30m per day 28m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 190

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

93.7%

181

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for

Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

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Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

32% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

64% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 15 days

Medicaid

5% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 - 3 years

Finances and operations

Home revenue

$34.3M

Profit

$2.9M

Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.

Home revenue

$34.3M

Profit

$2.9M

Payroll costs

$8.0M

23.2% of revenue

Other operating costs

$23.4M

Total costs $31.4M

4 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 17 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Services

Cardiac; Orthopedic And Stroke

Dementia Care

Hospice

Iv Therapy

Pain Management

Pulmonary And Vascular Management

Recreation

Rehabilitation Therapy

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

94%

In line with Connecticut average

Occupied beds

178 / 190

Average residents 102 per day

Facility TypeChronic & Convalescent Nursing Home

IssuanceJanuary 7, 2022

ExpirationMarch 31, 2026

License Number2470

AwardsRanked among America’s Best Nursing Homes

Private Room (18 rooms) $568 per day

Semi-Private Room (86 rooms) $528 per day

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Filipino German Hebrew Indian Italian Jamaican Japanese Polish Spanish Swedish

Admin

3 FTE

Registered Nurse

14 FTE

Licensed Practical Nurse

22 FTE

Nursing Assistant

70 FTE

Recreation

4 FTE

Social Services

2 FTE

Food Service Supervisor

1 FTE

Physical Therapy

7 FTE

Occupational Therapy

6 FTE

Speech Therapy

2 FTE

Dietary

15 FTE

Other Staff

9 FTE

Accept Medicare

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Short-Term Rehab

Skilled Nursing

24-Hour Staffing

Long Term Skilled Nursing Care

Short Term Rehabilitation

Religious AffiliationNo Affiliation

Religious ServicesAll Denominations, Baptist, Catholic, Chaplain Service, Christian Science, Congregational, Episcopal, Jewish, Lutheran, Protestant

In-House Pharmacy

Therapeutic Diet And Nutrition

Wound Care & Iv Therapy

Long Term Skilled Nursing Care

Caregiver Respite

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care

Parkinson’s Disease

Discharge Planning

Nursing

Seating Program

Activities Of Daily Living Program

Therapeutic Recreation

Specific ProgramsTherapeutic and Rehab Services, In-House Pharmacy, Therapeutic Diet and Nutrition, Wound Care & IV Therapy, Long Term Skilled Nursing Care, Caregiver Respite, Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care, Parkinson’s Disease, Discharge Planning, Nursing, Seating Program, Activities of Daily Living Program, Therapeutic Recreation

Operating HoursMonday-Friday: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

What does this home offer?

Building Type: 3-story

Dining Services

Beauty Services

Housekeeping Services

Social and Recreational Activities

Rehabilitative Support

On-site Medical Care and Health Services

Types of Care at Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills

Skilled Nursing Memory Care

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicare

Breakdown by inspection type

3 licensing inspections
3 plans of correction

Results

3 with issues

0 without issues

Connecticut average: 13 visits/inspections

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Latest inspection

Date December 12, 2025

Inspection history

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35 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Connecticut average: 19 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills

The most recent inspection on December 12, 2025, identified deficiencies related to a complaint investigation. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of issues primarily involving resident transfers and safe handling practices, including failures to use safety equipment and provide adequate assistance, which resulted in resident injuries such as falls, lacerations, and fractures. Several complaint investigations substantiated these findings, while others found no violations. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The inspection history suggests ongoing challenges with transfer safety, with some corrective actions noted but deficiencies persisting into the latest inspection.

Inspections

Total health inspections 8

Connecticut average 5.7

Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations 25

Connecticut average 32

Citations per inspection

3.12

Connecticut average 5.82

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

16 of 25 citations resulted from standard inspections; 8 of 25 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 25 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)

Critical Health citations 0

100% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.3

Serious Health citations 0

100% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.7

0 critical citations Connecticut average: 0.3

0 serious citations Connecticut average: 0.7

24 moderate citations Connecticut average: 28.8

1 minor citation Connecticut average: 2.3

Citations history (last 3 years)

Pharmacy moderate citation Aug 25, 2025

Corrected

Care Planning minor citation Aug 25, 2025

Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Aug 25, 2025

Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Aug 30, 2024

Corrected

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3 facilities compared · CMS & CT Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Orange Health Care Center	RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. 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).	Orange	60	84.0%	0%	3.73	+7%	-6%	0	20	6.7	51	-	56	-	$9.4M	$3.6M	38.4%	75434
Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. 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).	Branford	190	79.5%	-5%	3.81	-24%	-4%	1	25	3.1	181	-	17	Fried, Akiva	$34.2M	$8.0M	23.3%	75296
Shady Knoll Center for Health and Rehabilitation	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).	Seymour	128	89.9%	+7%	3.65	+78%	-8%	0	48	8.0	121	-	43	Augustin, Elza	$30.3M	$8.8M	28.9%	75386

Orange Health Care Center

Overall Rating:

Type of care: RC NH

Community: Orange

Bed Count: 60

Occupancy: 84.0%

Occupancy vs State Avg: 0%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.7

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

+7%

Staffing vs State Avg: -6%

Citations: 20

Citations per Inspection: 6.7

Avg Residents/Day: 51

Home Revenue: $9,429,200.00

Payroll Costs: $3,619,047.00

Payroll %: 38.4%

CCN: 75434

Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills

Overall Rating:

Type of care: MC NH

Community: Branford

Bed Count: 190

Occupancy: 79.5%

Occupancy vs State Avg: -5%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.8

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

-24%

Staffing vs State Avg: -4%

Number of Fines: 1

Citations: 25

Citations per Inspection: 3.1

Avg Residents/Day: 180.80

Operator: Fried, Akiva

Home Revenue: $34,151,576.00

Payroll Costs: $7,969,622.00

Payroll %: 23.3%

CCN: 75296

Shady Knoll Center for Health and Rehabilitation

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH

Community: Seymour

Bed Count: 128

Occupancy: 89.9%

Occupancy vs State Avg: +7%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.6

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

+78%

Staffing vs State Avg: -8%

Citations: 48

Citations per Inspection: 8.0

Avg Residents/Day: 120.60

Operator: Augustin, Elza

Home Revenue: $30,342,031.00

Payroll Costs: $8,754,393.00

Payroll %: 28.9%

CCN: 75386

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Total staff 509

Employees 121

Contractors 388

Staff to resident ratio 3.56:1

89% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average ratio: 1.88:1

Avg staff/day 104

Average shift 7.8 hours

0% compared with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 7.5 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 73,863

Nursing staff breakdown

Total count 42

8.5 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Total count 102

8.3 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Total count 286

7.9 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

31,795 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 219 Licensed Practical Nurse: 85 Registered Nurse: 32 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 13 Physical Therapy Assistant: 10 Occupational Therapy Aide: 9 Physical Therapy Aide: 6 Qualified Social Worker: 6 Speech Language Pathologist: 6 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1

Staff by category


Certified Nursing Assistant	67	219	286	38,091	91	100%	7.9
Licensed Practical Nurse	17	85	102	11,878	91	100%	8.3
Registered Nurse	10	32	42	8,817	91	100%	8.5
Physical Therapy Assistant	1	10	11	2,054	86	95%	7.1
Clinical Nurse Specialist	7	0	7	1,936	77	85%	7.4
Other Dietary Services Staff	6	0	6	1,573	89	98%	7.5
Physical Therapy Aide	1	6	7	1,548	74	81%	7.2
RN Director of Nursing	4	0	4	1,488	73	80%	7.6
Mental Health Service Worker	4	0	4	1,479	73	80%	7.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician	0	13	13	1,066	81	89%	5.7
Qualified Social Worker	0	6	6	810	71	78%	7
Occupational Therapy Aide	0	9	9	805	76	84%	7.2
Speech Language Pathologist	0	6	6	728	71	78%	6.5
Administrator	1	0	1	513	66	73%	7.8
Nurse Practitioner	1	0	1	498	61	67%	8.2
Dietitian	2	0	2	490	62	68%	7.8
Occupational Therapy Assistant	0	1	1	50	22	24%	2.3
Medical Director	0	1	1	40	21	23%	1.9

286 Certified Nursing Assistant

% of Days 100%

102 Licensed Practical Nurse

% of Days 100%

42 Registered Nurse

% of Days 100%

11 Physical Therapy Assistant

% of Days 95%

7 Clinical Nurse Specialist

% of Days 85%

6 Other Dietary Services Staff

% of Days 98%

7 Physical Therapy Aide

% of Days 81%

4 RN Director of Nursing

% of Days 80%

4 Mental Health Service Worker

% of Days 80%

13 Respiratory Therapy Technician

% of Days 89%

6 Qualified Social Worker

% of Days 78%

9 Occupational Therapy Aide

% of Days 84%

6 Speech Language Pathologist

% of Days 78%

1 Administrator

% of Days 73%

1 Nurse Practitioner

% of Days 67%

2 Dietitian

% of Days 68%

1 Occupational Therapy Assistant

% of Days 24%

1 Medical Director

% of Days 23%

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Total residents 143

Medicare

9.8% of residents

Medicaid

62.9% of residents

Private pay or other

27.3% of residents

Programs & Services

Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Family Member Group

Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Family Council

Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

High-risk clinical events score 13.5

30% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 10.4

Functional decline score 27.7

31% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 21.1

Long-stay resident measures

Below average Connecticut avg: 3.2

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 23.4%

24% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 18.9%

Walking Ability Worsened 27.1%

41% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 19.2%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 32.6%

31% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 24.9%

Falls with Major Injury 5.5%

59% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 3.5%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 5.6%

21% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 4.6%

Urinary Tract Infection 3.0%

76% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.7%

Lost Too Much Weight 5.9%

6% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 6.3%

Depressive Symptoms 9.8%

35% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 15.2%

Antipsychotic Use 17.4%

In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 17.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine 61.1%

30% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 87.5%

Influenza Vaccine 94.2%

In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 93.5%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days 2.66

27% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 2.10

ED visits per 1,000 days 0.42

73% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.53

Short-stay resident measures

Above average Connecticut avg: 3.3

Pneumococcal Vaccine 89.4%

28% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 70.1%

Antipsychotic medication increase 2.2%

42% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine 91.0%

30% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 69.8%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay 27.4%

10% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 25.0%

Emergency department visits 5.8%

48% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 11.1%

Falls with major injury 1.2%

58% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge 44.3%

17% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community 64.1%

27% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 50.6%

Total fines amount $8K

82% lower than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: $44K

Number of fines 1

43% fewer fines than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.7

Payment Denials 0

100% fewer payment denials than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison

This facility $8K

Connecticut average $44K

Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Jul 24, 2024

$8K

Last updated: Jan 2026

Financial Trends

Historical financial and operational data for Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.

Occupancy Rate 79.5% ↑ 8.9pp vs 2022

Net Income $2.9M ↑ ~$2.3M vs 2022

Total Payroll $14.9M ↑ ~$8.0M vs 2022

Profit Margin 8.5% ↑ 4.3pp vs 2022

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Metric	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Occupancy %	94.0%	92.7%	95.1%	96.2%	92.1%	93.5%	93.9%	93.4%	81.5%	67.8%	70.6%	79.5%
Beds	190	190	190	190	190	190	190	190	190	190	190	190
Net Income	$838,997	$730,847	$731,612	$970,318	$1,172,564	$332,692	$428,849	$495,117	-$82,960	$14,531	$583,290	$2,884,462
Gross Revenue	$29,229,823	$29,618,210	$32,930,016	$35,230,638	$34,422,644	$33,854,717	$33,577,851	$35,181,036	$31,548,604	$27,826,978	$14,095,648	$34,151,576
Operating Expenses	$17,761,745	$17,753,743	$19,090,717	$19,640,219	$19,415,259	$19,603,174	$19,078,183	$19,713,267	$19,399,058	$18,168,318	$9,306,124	$23,662,132
Net Patient Revenue	$18,502,510	$18,609,848	$19,845,560	$20,605,948	$20,530,352	$19,894,939	$19,509,888	$20,275,383	$18,222,093	$16,103,561	$9,881,614	$26,403,419
Total Payroll	$12,254,528	$12,088,748	$12,388,779	$13,258,336	$13,320,993	$13,449,348	$13,274,070	$13,777,580	$11,947,516	$10,483,050	$6,898,442	$14,885,223
Profit Margin %	2.9%	2.5%	2.2%	2.8%	3.4%	1.0%	1.3%	1.4%	-0.3%	0.1%	4.1%	8.5%
Medicare %	11.7%	12.5%	14.0%	14.9%	11.8%	6.9%	6.2%	5.2%	6.0%	5.9%	9.2%	17.1%
Medicaid %	74.9%	74.9%	73.1%	71.2%	74.9%	78.3%	77.0%	79.2%	80.1%	73.8%	76.5%	68.5%
Private %	13.4%	12.6%	12.9%	13.9%	13.2%	14.8%	16.8%	15.7%	13.9%	20.4%	14.3%	14.4%
Revenue/Day	$283	$290	$301	$309	$321	$307	$300	$313	$321	$343	$398	$479
Cost/Day	$272	$276	$290	$294	$303	$302	$293	$304	$342	$387	$375	$429
Avg Length of Stay	88.9 days	80.8 days	68.0 days	78.3 days	72.1 days	82.3 days	82.9 days	77.8 days	182.3 days	131.6 days	90.6 days	67.0 days

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Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders

CHCPE

General: Age 65+, Connecticut resident, at risk of nursing home placement.

Income Limits: State-funded: ~$1,600/month; Medicaid: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR).

Asset Limits: $1,600 (state), $2,000 (Medicaid, individual).

CT Specifics: Two tiers (state and Medicaid); waitlists possible.

Statewide Respite Care Program

CT Respite Care

General: Caregiver of senior with dementia, Connecticut resident.

Income Limits: ~$2,500/month (individual, varies).

Asset Limits: $40,000 (individual).

CT Specifics: Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.

Congregate Housing Services Program (CHSP)

Connecticut Congregate Housing Services Program

General: Age 62+, Connecticut resident, frail but not needing 24/7 care, resides in CHSP-eligible housing.

Income Limits (2025): ~$41,000/year (individual, adjusted annually).

Asset Limits: Not specified; focus is income-based.

CT Specifics: Limited to 14 state-subsidized sites; participants pay 10% of service costs.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Connecticut Medicare Savings Program

General: Age 65+ or disabled, Connecticut resident, enrolled in Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (individual, QMB); ~$3,380/month (SLMB); ~$3,598/month (ALMB)—adjusted annually.

Asset Limits: None since 2023 policy change.

CT Specifics: Three tiers (Qualified Medicare Beneficiary, Specified Low-Income, Additional Low-Income); no asset test.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Connecticut SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Connecticut resident.

Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).

Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.

CT Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; limited slots (~500/year).

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Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills

Nursing Home in Connecticut

Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills

Quality ratings

Nursing care per resident

Staffing hours breakdown

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

This home usually has limited availability

Who this home usually serves

Primarily short stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

Private pay

Medicaid

Finances and operations

Services

About this community

Occupancy

License Details

Additional Licensing Details

Room costs

Staffing

Languages Spoken

Staff Composition (State Data)

Payment & Insurance

Therapy & Rehabilitation

Staffing & Medical

Additional Services

Additional Policies & Features

Amenities & Lifestyle

What does this home offer?

Types of Care at Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills

Contact Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills

Access & Eligibility

Payment & Funding Options

Inspection History

16 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.

Breakdown by inspection type

Results

Latest inspection

Inspection history

35 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Ark Healthcare and Rehab Branford Hills

Inspection Reports

Health Inspection History

Inspections

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)

Citations history (last 3 years)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

Nursing staff breakdown

Registered Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Certified Nursing Assistant

Contractor staffing

Staff by category

286 Certified Nursing Assistant

102 Licensed Practical Nurse

42 Registered Nurse

11 Physical Therapy Assistant

7 Clinical Nurse Specialist

6 Other Dietary Services Staff

7 Physical Therapy Aide

4 RN Director of Nursing

4 Mental Health Service Worker

13 Respiratory Therapy Technician

6 Qualified Social Worker

9 Occupational Therapy Aide

6 Speech Language Pathologist

1 Administrator

1 Nurse Practitioner

2 Dietitian

1 Occupational Therapy Assistant

1 Medical Director

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