Nursing Home

Premier Washington Health Center

Nursing Home

Premier Washington Health Center

36 Old Hickory Ridge Rd, Washington, PA 15301 View map
Overview of Premier Washington Health Center

Premier Washington Health Center is a place where residents experience exceptional care while feeling right at home. With a legacy dating back to 1977, they excel in providing top-notch services, including temporary respite stays, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term skilled nursing. Their expertise is evident through years of experience, making them a trusted and leading rehabilitation and nursing facility in the region. Renowned for their excellence, the center proudly holds a five-star rating, ensuring families that their loved ones are in capable hands.
The environment at Premier Washington Health Center is not just clean, but also exudes a sense of elegance. Residents enjoy a premier lifestyle, engaging in social and recreational activities that bring joy and companionship. The dining experience is exceptional, complemented by comprehensive support services. What truly sets this facility apart is their devoted and professional staff, providing attentive care that brings peace of mind to families.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
3/5
Pennsylvania average: 3.0/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
3/5
Pennsylvania average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3/5
Pennsylvania average: 3.4/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4/5
Pennsylvania average: 3.4/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
3h 58m per day

This home provides 4% less nursing time per resident than the Pennsylvania average.

Pennsylvania average: 4h 9m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 22m per day 33m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

High-capacity home

May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

Total beds 288

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Pennsylvania average
Occupancy rate 87.9%
Residents per day (avg) 255
Occupancy rate
87.9%
Residents per day (avg)
255

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care Ongoing support needs

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

7% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 months

Private pay

13% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 6 - 7 months

Medicaid

79% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 6 - 7 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$34.3M
Profit
$101.3K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$34,345,685.00
Profit
$101,259.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$8.2M
23.9% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$26.0M
Total costs $34.2M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 5 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab

All Levels of Care

Independent Living
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Home, Services, Amenities, Careers, About Us, Gallery, Contact Us, Book a Tour
Contact Premier Washington Health Center

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 7

Pennsylvania average 6.7


Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

Total health citations 24
Citations per inspection
3.43

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

16 of 24 citations resulted from standard inspections; 7 of 24 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 24 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 0.3


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 0.6

0 critical citations More info Pennsylvania average: 0.3

0 serious citations More info Pennsylvania average: 0.6

23 moderate citations More info Pennsylvania average: 29.5

1 minor citation More info Pennsylvania average: 0.8
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Apr 11, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Apr 11, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Apr 11, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights minor citation Apr 11, 2025
Corrected

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The information below is reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and Department of Health.
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SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

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Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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Places of interest near Premier Washington Health Center

Address 2.7 miles from city center — 4.02 miles to nearest hospital (AHN Canonsburg Hospital - Main Building)

Address 36 Old Hickory Ridge Rd, Washington, PA 15301

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

414
Total Staff
207
Employees
207
Contractors
89,154
Total Hours (Quarter)
119
Avg Staff/Day
8.2
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse678.1 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse1048.5 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant1988.5 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
371 staff
8.4hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
9 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Therapy Services
18 staff
7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Dietary Services
9 staff
8hs shift avg
Other Services
4 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
19.3%
of total hours from contractors
17,200 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 61 Registered Nurse: 43 Certified Nursing Assistant: 103
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant9510319841,64991100%8.5
Licensed Practical Nurse436110421,38991100%8.5
Registered Nurse24436711,47291100%8.1
Other Dietary Services Staff8083,39391100%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist8082,0766774%7.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician6061,6177481%8
Physical Therapy Assistant4041,1477178%7.8
Dental Services Staff3031,0546875%7.8
Physical Therapy Aide3039246976%7.7
Qualified Social Worker2029136774%7.2
Speech Language Pathologist2027956774%6.6
Occupational Therapy Aide3035899099%4.3
Dietitian1014886167%8
Nurse Practitioner1014645864%8
Mental Health Service Worker1014575864%7.9
Administrator1014325459%8
RN Director of Nursing2022966066%4.4

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
261 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
5 residents (1.9%)
Medicaid
200 residents (76.6%)
Private pay or other
56 residents (21.5%)
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.

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 8.1
26% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 11.0

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 14.0
37% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 22.2

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Pennsylvania avg: 3.9 Info 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 Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 12.7%
33% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 19.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 14.9%
30% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 21.1%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 14.5%
46% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 26.7%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.1%
34% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.9%
11% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 5.5%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.3%
24% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 1.8%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 6.0%
9% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 6.6%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.2%
96% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 5.5%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 18.8%
10% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 17.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 93.5%
8% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 86.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 96.4%
In line with Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 93.5%

Short-stay resident measures
Average Pennsylvania avg: 2.8 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 90.7%
32% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 68.8%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.4%
11% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 93.4%
36% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 68.7%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 30.4%
32% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 23.1%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 4.6%
53% better than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 9.8%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 2.9%
271% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 45.5%
15% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 48.0%
5% worse than Pennsylvania average

Pennsylvania average: 50.6%

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Community HealthChoices (CHC)

PA Medicaid CHC

Age 65+ or disabled, Pennsylvania resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).

Managed care model; high urban demand (e.g., Philadelphia, Pittsburgh).

Pennsylvania OPTIONS Program

PA OPTIONS

Age 60+, Pennsylvania resident, at risk of nursing home placement.

~$2,000/month (individual, varies by region).

$8,000 (individual).

Cost-sharing required above certain income; rural/urban balance.

Living Independence for the Elderly (LIFE)

Pennsylvania LIFE (PACE)

Age 55+, PA resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with LIFE support.

~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.

16 providers in 25 counties (e.g., Allegheny, Luzerne); LIFE branding unique to PA.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Pennsylvania Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, PA resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Pennsylvania LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, PA resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Cash grants and crisis aid; serves ~600,000 households annually.

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Pennsylvania Family Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; PA resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

No strict cap; reimbursements up to $600/month if care recipient income < ~$2,322/month (185% FPL).

Not assessed; need-based.

High demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Pennsylvania SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, PA resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Pennsylvania VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, PA resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program (PTRR)

Pennsylvania Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program

Age 65+, PA resident, homeowner/renter (or widow/er 50+, disabled 18+).

~$45,000/year (individual or couple, excludes half of Social Security).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Rebates up to $1,000; ~600,000 eligible annually.

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Pennsylvania SFMNP

Age 60+, PA resident, low-income.

~$2,322/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed.

Vouchers (~$50/season) via 52 AAAs; serves ~200,000 annually.