Vermont average 6.5
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

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Rutland Center for Living and Rehabilitation, situated at 46 Nichols Street in Rutland, VT, is a distinguished Genesis HealthCare facility that specializes in providing exceptional short-stay care services. With a focus on rehabilitation, this center offers a wide range of programs and therapies to assist individuals in their short-term recovery journeys. The center holds an Average rating for its short-term rehabilitation services, as well as an Average rating for its long-term care services.
As a large facility with 123 beds, it remains dedicated to delivering comprehensive care to its residents. The center actively participates in Medicare and Medicaid, ensuring accessibility and support for a broader range of individuals in need of their services. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on holistic care, Rutland Center for Living and Rehabilitation strives to provide the highest quality of care to its residents.
Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.
In Vermont, the Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living is the authority responsible for inspecting facilities and investigating complaints to protect resident well-being.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | VT Average | vs. VT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 11 | 41 | This facility has 73% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Vermont nursing home (11 vs. VT avg 41).↓ 73% better |
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Deficiencies per year
| 3.7 | 13.7 | This facility has 73% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Vermont nursing home (3.7 vs. VT avg 13.7).↓ 73% better |
The most recent inspection on August 5, 2025, found deficiencies related to physical abuse of a resident by staff. Earlier inspections showed a range of issues including environmental hazards leading to falls, medication storage problems, food safety and sanitation concerns, infection control lapses, and failure to accommodate dietary restrictions. Complaint investigations substantiated problems with trauma-informed care, infection prevention, and failure to notify physicians about medication refusals. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows recurring challenges in resident care and safety practices without a clear pattern of improvement or decline.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsVermont average 6.5
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
Vermont average 28.9
Vermont average 4.31
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
7 of 11 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 11 resulted from complaint investigations.
Vermont average: 0.7
Vermont average: 1.9
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
0 contractor hours this quarter
No contractor roles were reported this quarter.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 53 | 0 | 53 | 18,629 | 92 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 19 | 0 | 19 | 6,340 | 92 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 4,337 | 92 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,048 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,822 | 92 | 100% | 6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 779 | 69 | 75% | 7 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 551 | 65 | 71% | 8.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 3 | 0 | 3 | 520 | 62 | 67% | 7.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 494 | 63 | 68% | 7.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 492 | 62 | 67% | 7.9 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 470 | 61 | 66% | 7.7 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 445 | 60 | 65% | 7.4 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 245 | 39 | 42% | 6.3 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 22 | 3 | 3% | 7.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 2 | 2% | 6.7 |
Includes penalties issued in 2025
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.
2 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
59% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
36% of new residents, often for short stays.
5% 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
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Rutland Center for Living and Rehabilitation based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
0.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Rutland's city center to Rutland Center for Living and Rehabilitation's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.59 miles to nearest hospital (Rutland VA Clinic)
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Rutland Center for Living and Rehabilitation is located in Rutland, Vermont.
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Rutland Center for Living and Rehabilitation is in the Rutland City neighborhood of Rutland.
Rutland Center for Living and Rehabilitation has a walk score of 86. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Yes — there are 8 photos of Rutland Center for Living and Rehabilitation in the photo gallery on this page.
(802) 775-2941 will put you in contact with the team at Rutland Center for Living and Rehabilitation.
Rutland Center for Living and Rehabilitation is in Rutland County.
Yes — Rutland Center for Living and Rehabilitation is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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