Hawaii average 4.4
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

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Islands Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center boasts a warm and inviting atmosphere where residents can enjoy and experience a vibrant lifestyle. The nursing home aims to encourage, enhance, and empower the lives of each resident by promoting the ‘aloha spirit’– balance of heart and mind in offering care and warmth. Islands is the leading respiratory and post-acute community that continues to enrich the holistic wellness of its residents to the highest standard of excellence.
Islands offers a beautiful and cozy home that has cutting-edge technology that boosts up the recovery of an individual and keeps them safe. The short-term rehabilitative services proudly offer the exclusive Aegis program– a successful rehabilitation wellness program; its extensive training is supported by a well-trained staff.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
In Hawaii, the Department of Health, Office of Health Care Assurance performs regular inspections and unannounced surveys to verify that healthcare facilities maintain high standards of resident care.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | HI Average | vs. HI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 61 | 25 | This facility has 144% more total deficiencies than a typical Hawaii nursing home (61 vs. HI avg 25).↑ 144% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
| 20.3 | 8.3 | This facility has 145% more deficiencies per year than a typical Hawaii nursing home (20.3 vs. HI avg 8.3).↑ 145% worse |
Hawaii average 4.4
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025
Hawaii average 35.5
Hawaii average 8.23
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
56 of 64 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 8 of 64 resulted from complaint investigations.
Hawaii average: 0.1
Hawaii average: 1
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
1,003 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 30 | 0 | 30 | 9,518 | 92 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 25 | 0 | 25 | 7,855 | 92 | 100% | 8.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 19 | 0 | 19 | 7,640 | 92 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1,024 | 63 | 68% | 8 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 656 | 63 | 68% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 67% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 1 | 2 | 3 | 262 | 65 | 71% | 3.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 2 | 3 | 5 | 197 | 64 | 70% | 2.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 1 | 0 | 1 | 194 | 16 | 17% | 12.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 3 | 1 | 4 | 175 | 52 | 57% | 3.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 2 | 4 | 116 | 47 | 51% | 2.4 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 5 | 1 | 6 | 73 | 25 | 27% | 2.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 41 | 30 | 33% | 1.4 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 24 | 3 | 3% | 8 |
Includes penalties issued in 2024
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
May 16, 2024 · $89K
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
56% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
18% of new residents, often for short stays.
27% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Islands Skilled Nursing and Rehab based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Steve Nawahine, LNHA, CALA, serves as the CEO and Administrator of Islands Skilled Nursing and Rehab. He leads the community with a focus on quality care and operational excellence, ensuring residents receive compassionate and professional support in a welcoming environment.
1.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Honolulu's city center to Islands Skilled Nursing and Rehab's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.18 miles to nearest hospital (Kapiu02bbolani Medical Center for Women & Children)
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Islands Skilled Nursing and Rehab is located in Honolulu, Hawaii.
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The information below is reported by the Hawaii Department of Health, Office of Health Care Assurance.
| 15 Craigside |
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).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
N Nursing | Honolulu (Nuuanu - Punchbowl) | 45
Facility
45
HI AVG
43
Rank
#26 / 87 |
97.7%
Facility
97.7%
HI AVG
74.2%
Rank
#1 / 27 | +32% | 5.04
Facility
5.04
HI AVG
4.20
Rank
#8 / 32 | +1% | +20% | $0
Facility
$0
HI AVG
$43.4k
Rank
#17 / 33 | 5
Facility
5
HI AVG
35.5
Rank
#1 / 33 | 2.5
Facility
2.5
HI AVG
8.2
Rank
#1 / 33 | - | 45 | A+ |
50
Facility
50
HI AVG
49
Rank
#85 / 178 | Bree Komagome | $6.3M
Facility
$6.3M
HI AVG
$20.8M
Rank
#26 / 28 | $5.6M
Facility
$5.6M
HI AVG
$7.1M
Rank
#23 / 28 | 89.2%
Facility
89.2%
HI AVG
38.9%
Rank
#1 / 28 | 125063 | ||||
| Arcadia Retirement Residence |
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).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Honolulu (Makiki/Lower/ Punchbowl/Tantalus) | 91
Facility
91
HI AVG
43
Rank
#18 / 87 |
84.3%
Facility
84.3%
HI AVG
74.2%
Rank
#9 / 27 | +14% | 5.08
Facility
5.08
HI AVG
4.20
Rank
#7 / 32 | +26% | +21% | $12.9k
Facility
$12.9k
HI AVG
$43.4k
Rank
#26 / 33 | 36
Facility
36
HI AVG
35.5
Rank
#18 / 33 | 9.0
Facility
9.0
HI AVG
8.2
Rank
#26 / 33 | 2 | 85 | A+ |
86
Facility
86
HI AVG
49
Rank
#27 / 178 | Kathleen Yokouchi | $19.0M
Facility
$19.0M
HI AVG
$20.8M
Rank
#13 / 28 | $9.5M
Facility
$9.5M
HI AVG
$7.1M
Rank
#11 / 28 | 49.9%
Facility
49.9%
HI AVG
38.9%
Rank
#11 / 28 | 125014 | ||||
| Kalākaua Gardens |
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).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Honolulu (Ala Moana) | 49
Facility
49
HI AVG
43
Rank
#24 / 87 | - | - | 0.37
Facility
0.37
HI AVG
4.20
Rank
#32 / 32 | -3% | -91% | $55.7k
Facility
$55.7k
HI AVG
$43.4k
Rank
#28 / 33 | 35
Facility
35
HI AVG
35.5
Rank
#17 / 33 | 5.8
Facility
5.8
HI AVG
8.2
Rank
#10 / 33 | 3 | 42 | - |
98
Facility
98
HI AVG
49
Rank
#3 / 178 | 1723 Kalakaua LLC | $24.6M
Facility
$24.6M
HI AVG
$20.8M
Rank
#10 / 28 | $10.6M
Facility
$10.6M
HI AVG
$7.1M
Rank
#8 / 28 | 43.1%
Facility
43.1%
HI AVG
38.9%
Rank
#15 / 28 | 125066 | ||||
| Avalon Care Center – Honolulu |
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).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Honolulu (Kalihi Valley) | 108
Facility
108
HI AVG
43
Rank
#10 / 87 | - | - | 4.06
Facility
4.06
HI AVG
4.20
Rank
#17 / 32 | +24% | -3% | $0
Facility
$0
HI AVG
$43.4k
Rank
#18 / 33 | 53
Facility
53
HI AVG
35.5
Rank
#30 / 33 | 17.7
Facility
17.7
HI AVG
8.2
Rank
#33 / 33 | - | 96 | A+ |
47
Facility
47
HI AVG
49
Rank
#93 / 178 | Avalon Of Hawaii LLC | $32.9M
Facility
$32.9M
HI AVG
$20.8M
Rank
#7 / 28 | $11.9M
Facility
$11.9M
HI AVG
$7.1M
Rank
#6 / 28 | 36%
Facility
36%
HI AVG
38.9%
Rank
#22 / 28 | 125020 | ||||
| Islands Skilled Nursing and Rehab |
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).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Honolulu (Mccully - Moiliili) | 42
Facility
42
HI AVG
43
Rank
#29 / 87 | - | - | 3.16
Facility
3.16
HI AVG
4.20
Rank
#31 / 32 | -12% | -25% | $89.2k
Facility
$89.2k
HI AVG
$43.4k
Rank
#31 / 33 | 64
Facility
64
HI AVG
35.5
Rank
#33 / 33 | 12.8
Facility
12.8
HI AVG
8.2
Rank
#31 / 33 | 1 | 34 | - |
96
Facility
96
HI AVG
49
Rank
#11 / 178 | Pacific Healthcare Ventures LLC | $13.6M
Facility
$13.6M
HI AVG
$20.8M
Rank
#21 / 28 | $8.1M
Facility
$8.1M
HI AVG
$7.1M
Rank
#15 / 28 | 59.4%
Facility
59.4%
HI AVG
38.9%
Rank
#5 / 28 | 125067 |
Islands Skilled Nursing and Rehab is in the McCully - Moiliili neighborhood of Honolulu.
Islands Skilled Nursing and Rehab has a walk score of 96. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
Yes — there are 2 photos of Islands Skilled Nursing and Rehab in the photo gallery on this page.
(808) 773-8700 will put you in contact with the team at Islands Skilled Nursing and Rehab.
Yes — Islands Skilled Nursing and Rehab is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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