Signature Healthcare at Colonial Rehab and Wellness

Nursing Home in Kentucky

CMS overall rating Info 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.
Signature Healthcare at Colonial Rehab and Wellness

Nursing Home in Kentucky

CMS overall rating Info 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.

Overview of Signature Healthcare at Colonial Rehab and Wellness

Signature HealthCARE at Colonial is a healthcare facility located in Bardstown, KY. It offers a wide array of services that enable patients and residents to receive the medical care they need, restorative therapy, and support for their families. The facility focuses on creating a culture of resident-centered healthcare services and quality of life initiatives.
(502) 348-9260

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
1/5 ▼ 1.8 Kentucky average: 2.8/5
Health Inspection Info 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.
1/5 ▼ 1.9 Kentucky average: 2.9/5
Staffing Info 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.
3/5 ▲ 0.6 Kentucky average: 2.4/5
Quality Measures Info 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.
4/5 ▲ 1.1 Kentucky average: 2.9/5

Staffing hours breakdown

Info 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.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Kentucky state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 90th out of 176 homes in Kentucky.

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.
3h 19m per day
This facility Kentucky avg (3h 27m per day)
vs Kentucky avg
-4%

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 65

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Kentucky average: 81.3%
Occupancy rate 74.4%
Avg. Length of Stay 71 days
Occupancy rate
74.4%
Avg. Length of Stay
71 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

32% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 18 days

Private pay

41% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 26 days

Medicaid

28% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 6 - 7 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$6.7M
Operating loss
-$794.5K
Privately-owned community Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$6.7M
Operating loss
-$794.5K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.1M
31.1% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.4M
Total costs $7.5M
Bed community size
65-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeLong Term Care (nursing Facility)
StatusActive
IssuanceJuly 1, 2025
CountyNelson
License Number100347
CMS Certification Number185342

Ownership & Operating Entity

Signature Healthcare at Colonial Rehab and Wellness is administrated by Louis Hernandez-byrne.

Owner NameLP BARDSTOWN, LLC

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Amenities & Lifestyle

0 amenities
Specific ProgramsClinical Services, Rehabilitation, Care Navigation, Life Enrichment

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Inspection History

In Kentucky, the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Office of Inspector General is the regulatory authority that conducts inspections and investigates complaints in all long-term care homes.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 2

Kentucky average 2.9


Last Health inspection on Jul 2024

Total health citations 6

Kentucky average 13.5

Citations per inspection
3

Kentucky average 4.4


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

3 of 6 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 3 of 6 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 3
173% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 1.1


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

Kentucky average: 0.6

3 critical citations More info Kentucky average: 1.1

0 serious citations More info Kentucky average: 0.6

3 moderate citations More info Kentucky average: 11.6

0 minor citations More info Kentucky average: 0.1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect critical citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Jul 11, 2024
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Jul 11, 2024
Corrected

Pharmacy critical citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Jul 11, 2024
Corrected

Care Planning critical citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Jul 11, 2024
Corrected

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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

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Home and Community Based Waiver

Kentucky Medicaid HCB Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Kentucky resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
KY

Rural focus; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Homemaker services Home modifications

Hart-Supported Living Program

KY Hart-Supported Living

Age 65+ or disabled
General Kentucky resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
KY

Competitive grants; limited availability.

Benefits
In-home support (up to 10 hours/week) Respite (varies) Adaptive equipment (~$500 avg.)

Kentucky Homecare Program

Kentucky Homecare Program

Age 60+
General Kentucky resident, at risk of nursing home placement, not eligible for Medicaid waivers.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year individual
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based focus.
KY

15 AAAs; rural focus; not in nursing homes.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (5 days/year) Chore services Meal delivery ($7/meal) Minor home repairs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Kentucky Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Kentucky resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
KY

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

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Kentucky NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Kentucky resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
KY

15 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($55/day) Caregiver training Supplies (~$500/year)

Kentucky Family Caregiver Program

Kentucky Family Caregiver Program

Age
General Grandparents (often 55+) as primary caregivers to grandchildren under 18, Kentucky resident, not on Kinship Care.
Income Limits (2025) ~$31,225/year (individual); varies by AAA.
Asset Limits Not strictly assessed; need-based.
KY

Max $1,500/year; statewide via AAAs.

Benefits
Grants (~$500-$1,500/year) for respite Supplies Care costs; counseling Training

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Kentucky SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Kentucky resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
KY

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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

Kentucky VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Kentucky resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
KY

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 89
Employees 86
Contractors 3
Staff to resident ratio 1.75:1
0% compared with Kentucky average

Kentucky average ratio: 1.75:1

Avg staff/day 29
Average shift 7.9 hours
7% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 8.5 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 20,911
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 12
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.1 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 9
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.4 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 40
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.3 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

0.3%

63 contractor hours this quarter

Registered Nurse: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant4004010,17291100%8.3
Registered Nurse111123,02191100%9.1
Licensed Practical Nurse9091,5918391%9.4
Clinical Nurse Specialist9091,3156571%7.8
Medication Aide/Technician4049477785%9
Respiratory Therapy Technician3037056571%6.5
Dietitian1015366774%8
Mental Health Service Worker1014906571%7.5
Administrator1014645864%8
Nurse Practitioner1014125156%8.1
Qualified Social Worker1013526571%5.4
Other Dietary Services Staff1012855257%5.5
Physical Therapy Aide2022755965%4.7
Speech Language Pathologist1012745560%5
Occupational Therapy Assistant011301618%1.9
Medical Director011301314%2.3
Physical Therapy Assistant1011233%4.1
40 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
12 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
9 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 91%
9 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 71%
4 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 85%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 71%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 74%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 71%
1 Administrator
% of Days 64%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 56%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 71%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 57%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 65%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 60%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 18%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 14%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 51
Medicare
3
5.9% of residents
Medicaid
39
76.5% of residents
Private pay or other
9
17.6% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Family Member Group

Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Family Council

Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, 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. 8.4
20% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 10.5

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 13.3
30% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 18.9

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 17.5%
In line with Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 16.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 5.8%
70% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 19.6%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 16.6%
19% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 20.5%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 5.8%
55% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 3.8%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 6.6%
14% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 5.8%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.6%
68% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 1.9%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 6.0%
11% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 6.8%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 31.3%
120% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 14.3%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 6.2%
60% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 15.6%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.4%
6% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 93.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 96.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 89.2%
7% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 83.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.8%
59% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 1.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 87.1%
In line with Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 83.6%

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 $68K
8% higher than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: $63K

Number of fines 1
57% fewer fines than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 2.3

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 0.3

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $68K
Kentucky average $63K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jul 11, 2024
$68K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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