Total health inspections
3
Hawaii average 4.4
Last Health inspection on Jun 2024
Mix of rehab and long-term care
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Assisted Living in Kahala
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.
Hi’olani Assisted Living Center at Kahala Nui
Assisted Living in Kahala
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.
Hi’olani Assisted Living Center at Kahala Nui
Overview of Hi’olani Assisted Living Center at Kahala Nui
Enjoy a better quality of life with Hi’olani Assisted Living Center at Kahala Nui, an outstanding community surrounded by delightful local amenities in Malia Street, Honolulu, HI, that offers assisted living, memory care, and nursing care. With a respectful and highly skilled team available around the clock, residents receive the highest quality of care tailored to their needs. The community also handles housekeeping and maintenance, ensuring residents can enjoy a worry-free lifestyle.
Residents can meet new friends and gain meaningful experiences with plenty of fun recreational activities and exciting trips. Dietitian-approved dining options are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community also provides medication administration, mobility assistance, and scheduled transportation for residents’ comfort and convenience. Residents are guaranteed to spend their golden years comfortably with the community’s dedicated care and inviting setting.
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.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
60
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
92.2%
Residents per day (avg)
18
Occupancy rate
92.2%
Residents per day (avg)
18
Who this home usually serves
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TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
39% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
28 days
Private pay
59% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 years
Medicaid
1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
3 - 4 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$60.5M
Surplus of revenue
$17.6M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$60.5M
Surplus of revenue
$17.6M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$12.1M
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.
$30.8M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$43.0M
Walk Score: 71 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationMay 31, 2027
License Number10-ALF
IslandOahu
Nursing Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Minimum Age62
Specific ProgramsAssisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Memory Support
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: Mid-rise
Dining Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
On-site Medical Care and Health Services
Types of Care at Hi’olani Assisted Living Center at Kahala Nui
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Nursing Home
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
24
Hawaii average 35.5
Citations per inspection
8
Hawaii average 8.23
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 24 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Hawaii averageHawaii average: 0.1
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Hawaii averageHawaii average: 1
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
23 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Jun 27, 2024
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Jun 27, 2024
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Jun 27, 2024
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Jun 27, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jun 27, 2024
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jun 27, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jun 27, 2024
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jun 27, 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.
Compare Assisted Living around Kahala The information below is reported by the Hawaii Department of Health, Office of Health Care Assurance.
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Private / Semi-Private Rooms
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
131
Employees
101
Contractors
30
Staff to resident ratio
8.19:1
399% better than Hawaii averageHawaii average ratio: 1.64:1
Avg staff/day
51
Average shift
2.5 hours
68% worse than Hawaii averageHawaii average: 7.8 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
11,444
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
33
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
2.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
2.8 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
3
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
3.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
3.4 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
54
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
2.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
2.4 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
15.1%
1,730 contractor hours this quarter
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 10
Registered Nurse: 7
Qualified Social Worker: 4
Physical Therapy Aide: 2
Other Physician: 2
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 54 | 0 | 54 | 5,483 | 91 | 100% | 2.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 26 | 7 | 33 | 2,408 | 91 | 100% | 2.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 10 | 10 | 1,314 | 74 | 81% | 3.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 3 | 0 | 3 | 493 | 89 | 98% | 3.4 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 422 | 65 | 71% | 2.6 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 251 | 88 | 97% | 1.2 |
| Dietitian | 4 | 0 | 4 | 249 | 89 | 98% | 1.3 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 166 | 63 | 69% | 2.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 112 | 45 | 49% | 2.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 112 | 60 | 66% | 1.9 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 103 | 39 | 43% | 2.6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 93 | 60 | 66% | 1.6 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 80 | 60 | 66% | 1.3 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 61 | 23 | 25% | 2.6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 48 | 53% | 0.7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 24 | 12 | 13% | 2 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 18 | 26 | 29% | 0.7 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 14% | 0.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 14% | 0.7 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 2% | 2.7 |
54 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
33 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
10 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
81%
3 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
98%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
71%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
97%
4 Dietitian
% of Days
98%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
69%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
49%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
66%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
43%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
66%
1 Administrator
% of Days
66%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
25%
4 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
53%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
13%
2 Other Physician
% of Days
29%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
14%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
14%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
2%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
16 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
3 residents (18.8%)
Medicaid
3 residents (18.8%)
Private pay or other
10 residents (62.5%)
Programs & Services
CCRC
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
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.
8.3
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
8.3
19% better than Hawaii averageHawaii average: 10.2
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
23.4
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
23.4
17% worse than Hawaii averageHawaii average: 20.0
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
12.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
12.0%
32% better than Hawaii averageHawaii average: 17.6%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
34.9%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
34.9%
90% worse than Hawaii averageHawaii average: 18.3%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.0%
100% better than Hawaii averageHawaii average: 2.1%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.3%
10% better than Hawaii averageHawaii average: 3.6%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
8.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
8.0%
233% worse than Hawaii averageHawaii average: 2.4%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
17.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
17.9%
277% worse than Hawaii averageHawaii average: 4.7%
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 Hawaii averageHawaii average: 1.5%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
2.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
2.0%
80% better than Hawaii averageHawaii average: 10.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.0%
In line with Hawaii averageHawaii average: 96.3%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
89.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
89.5%
7% better than Hawaii averageHawaii average: 83.4%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Hawaii averageHawaii average: 1.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.7%
14% better than Hawaii averageHawaii average: 84.7%
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 Hi’olani Assisted Living Center at Kahala Nui based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
92.2%
↑ 69.4pp vs 2022
Net Income
$17.6M
↑ ~$40.9M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$14.3M
↑ ~$857.2K vs 2022
Profit Margin
141.5%
↑ 350.5pp vs 2022
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