Total health inspections
3
Pennsylvania average 6.7
Last Health inspection on Nov 2024
Little Sisters of the Poor
Nursing Home & Independent Living · Pittsburgh, PA
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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 is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
Little Sisters of the Poor
Nursing Home & Independent Living · Pittsburgh, PA
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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 is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
Serving the needs of low-income seniors who are seeking a continuum of care, Little Sisters of the Poor is a compassionate senior living community in Pittsburgh, PA, offering independent living and nursing care services. The community aims to provide seniors with compassionate services founded on Christian values and hospitality. Residents’ physical needs are met day and night, ensuring they are always happy and well-cared for.
The community also ministers to the residents spiritually, providing them opportunities to practice their religion and connect them to their spirituality. Here, residents enjoy a homely atmosphere and inviting community that brings them a strong sense of belonging and fulfillment. As a non-profit community, Little Sisters of the Poor guarantees care services that are focused on nothing but residents’ comfort and well-being.
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 167 homes in Pennsylvania.
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 167 homes in Pennsylvania.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.
6h 43m per day
Rank #4 / 167Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 4th out of 167 homes in Pennsylvania.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Pennsylvania average, with a ranking across 167 Pennsylvania SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
vs Pennsylvania avg
+62%
Standout metric
Registered Nurse (RN) is +87% above state avg
| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 1h 28m per day | ▲ 87% State avg: 47m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 20m per day | ▼ 64% State avg: 55m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 4h 3m per day | ▲ 84% State avg: 2h 12m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 4h 53m per day | ▲ 39% State avg: 3h 31m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 6m per day | ■ Avg State avg: 6m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 52m per day | ▲ 58% State avg: 33m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
58.3%
Rank #127 / 170Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 127th out of 170 homes in Pennsylvania.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Pennsylvania average, with its statewide rank out of 170. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Occupancy rate
58.3%
Rank #127 / 170Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 127th out of 170 homes in Pennsylvania.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Pennsylvania average, with its statewide rank out of 170. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$5.1M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$5.1M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.8M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Walk Score: 46 / 100 Rank #42 / 95Walk Score — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 42nd out of 95 homes in Pennsylvania.Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Pennsylvania SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Specific ProgramsPrayer Request, Meet Jeanne Jugan, Mission, Our Vocation, Become A Little Sister
What does this home offer?
Total Residents: 48
Building Type: 3-story
Types of Care at Little Sisters of the Poor
Nursing Home
Independent Living
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
41
Rank #131 / 167Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 131st out of 167 homes in Pennsylvania.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Pennsylvania state average, with a ranking across all 167 PA SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.
Pennsylvania average 31.3
Citations per inspection
13.67
Rank #167 / 167Citations per inspection — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 167th out of 167 homes in Pennsylvania.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Pennsylvania mean across 167 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.
Pennsylvania average 4.4
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 41 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 0.3
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 0.6
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
41 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Nov 27, 2024
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Nov 27, 2024
Corrected
Administration moderate citation
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Nov 27, 2024
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Nov 27, 2024
Corrected
Administration moderate citation
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Nov 27, 2024
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Nov 27, 2024
Corrected
Administration moderate citation
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Nov 27, 2024
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Nov 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.
Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Pennsylvania
Little Sisters of the Poor is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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5.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Pittsburgh's city center to Little Sisters of the Poor's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.14 miles to nearest hospital (Heritage Valley Kennedy)
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
164
Employees
74
Contractors
90
Staff to resident ratio
4.10:1
111% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average ratio: 1.94:1
Avg staff/day
38
Average shift
7.7 hours
0% compared with Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 7.8 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
26,530
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
26
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 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
9
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.8 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
99
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.1 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.1 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
19.9%
5,281 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 66
Registered Nurse: 14
Licensed Practical Nurse: 6
Administrator: 1
Physician Assistant: 1
Other Physician: 1
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 33 | 66 | 99 | 15,229 | 91 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 14 | 26 | 4,019 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 3 | 6 | 9 | 1,662 | 91 | 100% | 6.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,521 | 68 | 75% | 7.7 |
| Dental Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,049 | 64 | 70% | 7.8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 869 | 73 | 80% | 7.9 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 686 | 61 | 67% | 8.1 |
| Administrator | 0 | 1 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 456 | 57 | 63% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 314 | 64 | 70% | 3.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 67 | 30 | 33% | 2.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 53 | 15 | 16% | 3.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 3 | 0 | 3 | 46 | 29 | 32% | 1.6 |
| Physician Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 23 | 9 | 10% | 2.6 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 6 | 7% | 1.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 6 | 7% | 1.3 |
99 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
26 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
9 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
5 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
75%
3 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
70%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
80%
2 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days
67%
1 Administrator
% of Days
71%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
63%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
70%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
33%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
16%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
32%
1 Physician Assistant
% of Days
10%
1 Other Physician
% of Days
7%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
7%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
40
Medicare
1
2.5% of residents
Medicaid
33
82.5% of residents
Private pay or other
6
15% 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.
10.7
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.7
In line with Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 11.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
19.9
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
19.9
11% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 22.2
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
21.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
21.0%
10% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 19.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
12.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
12.3%
42% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 21.1%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
26.5%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
26.5%
In line with Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 26.7%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.6%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.6%
74% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.1%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.1%
11% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 5.5%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
6.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
6.3%
257% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 1.8%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
8.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
8.9%
34% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 6.6%
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 Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 5.5%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
23.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
23.1%
35% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 17.1%
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%
15% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 86.9%
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%
7% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 93.5%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
59.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
59.3%
14% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 68.8%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
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)
Total fines amount
$50K
15% lower than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: $59K
Number of fines
2
In line with Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 2.1
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 0.2
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$50K
Pennsylvania average
$59K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
2 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 16, 2025
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 16, 2025
$26K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Nov 27, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Nov 27, 2024
$25K
Last updated: Jan 2026
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Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Little Sisters of the Poor based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
96.7%
↓ 0.7pp vs 2014
Net Income
$704.0K
↓ ~$743.9K vs 2014
Total Payroll
$4.8M
↑ ~$81.7K vs 2014
Profit Margin
13.9%
↓ 16.5pp vs 2014
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Frequently Asked Questions about Little Sisters of the Poor
What neighborhood is Little Sisters of the Poor in?
Little Sisters of the Poor is in the Brighton Heights neighborhood.
Is Little Sisters of the Poor in a walkable area?
Little Sisters of the Poor has a walk score of 46. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the occupancy rate at Little Sisters of the Poor?
Little Sisters of the Poor's occupancy is 58.3%.
Are there photos of Little Sisters of the Poor?
Yes — there is 1 photo of Little Sisters of the Poor in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Little Sisters of the Poor?
Little Sisters of the Poor is located at 1028 Benton Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, United States.
What is the phone number of Little Sisters of the Poor?
(412) 307-1100 will put you in contact with the team at Little Sisters of the Poor.
Is Little Sisters of the Poor Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — Little Sisters of the Poor is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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