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Total health inspections
4
Kentucky average 2.9
Last Health inspection on Oct 2024
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.
Signature Healthcare of Elizabethtown
Nursing Home in Kentucky
CMS overall rating
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.
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 of Elizabethtown
Nursing Home in Kentucky
CMS overall rating
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.
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 of Elizabethtown is a provider of rehabilitation and skilled nursing services conveniently located just a quarter mile from Hardin Memorial Hospital. The center offers 24 hour, 7 day a week admissions and a coordinated interdisciplinary approach to care. Residents receive individualized healthcare assessments and plans of care.
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 53rd 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.
This home is ranked 53rd 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 34m per day
vs Kentucky avg
+3%
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
124
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
86.8%
Avg. Length of Stay
62 days
Occupancy rate
86.8%
Avg. Length of Stay
62 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
37% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
21 days
Private pay
57% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
6% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$14.8M
Profit
$494.0K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$14.8M
Profit
$494.0K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.0M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$10.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$14.3M
124-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
Facility TypeLong Term Care (nursing Facility)
StatusActive
IssuanceDecember 1, 2025
CountyHardin
License Number100162
CMS Certification Number185118
Signature Healthcare of Elizabethtown is administrated by Weslene Dillard.
Owner NameLP E-TOWN, LLC
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Rehabilitation
Specific ProgramsIn Home Care, Levels of Care, Financial Advice, Senior Services, Facilities & Services
Operating Hours24 hours a day, 7 days a week
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.
2 visits/inspections
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
Latest inspection
Date
April 9, 2025
Complaint InvestigationInspection Report Summary for Signature Healthcare of Elizabethtown
The most recent inspection on April 9, 2025, found the facility in substantial compliance with no deficiencies related to the complaint investigated. Earlier complaint investigations in January 2025 also found the facility in substantial compliance, with no deficiencies or substantiated complaints. Inspectors did not cite any issues or deficiencies in these recent complaint surveys. There were no enforcement actions, fines, or license suspensions listed in the available reports. This pattern suggests consistent compliance with regulatory requirements during the period covered.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
11
Kentucky average 13.5
Citations per inspection
2.75
Kentucky average 4.4
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
9 of 11 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 11 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 1.1
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 0.6
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
11 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.
Oct 25, 2024
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Oct 25, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Nov 08, 2023
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Nov 08, 2023
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Nov 08, 2023
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Nov 08, 2023
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Jul 01, 2021
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Jul 01, 2021
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.
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| Signature Healthcare of Elizabethtown |
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).
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| Barren County Nursing and Rehabilitation |
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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. | Glasgow | 94 | 82.7% | +2% | 3.22 | -36% | -14% | 1 | 11 | 3.7 | 0 | 88 | - | - | Herbstman, Moshe | $8.6M | $2.8M | 32.7% | 185229 | ||||
| Auburn Nursing and Rehabilitation Center |
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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. | Auburn | 66 | 62.0% | -24% | 1.44 | -49% | -62% | 0 | 13 | 3.3 | 0 | 50 | - | - | Bolster, Nancy | $4.0M | $1.8M | 44.9% | 185049 | ||||
| Beaver Dam Nursing and Rehab Center, Inc |
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. | Beaver Dam | 71 | 84.3% | +4% | - | -7% | - | 0 | 9 | 3.0 | 0 | 54 | - | - | - | $7.0M | $3.4M | 47.9% | 185334 | ||||
| Bardstown Heatlh & Rehabilitation | - |
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. | Bardstown | 100 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
220
Employees
208
Contractors
12
Staff to resident ratio
1.93:1
10% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average ratio: 1.75:1
Avg staff/day
67
Average shift
8.2 hours
0% compared with Kentucky averageKentucky average: 8.5 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
50,286
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
27
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
28
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.6 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
87
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
1.3%
635 contractor hours this quarter
Registered Nurse: 6
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 4
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 87 | 0 | 87 | 20,309 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 28 | 0 | 28 | 7,197 | 91 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 21 | 6 | 27 | 6,060 | 91 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 13 | 0 | 13 | 3,994 | 91 | 100% | 8.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,418 | 65 | 71% | 7.9 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,511 | 70 | 77% | 8.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,359 | 71 | 78% | 7.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,151 | 73 | 80% | 6.9 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,148 | 70 | 77% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 8 | 0 | 8 | 977 | 87 | 96% | 7.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 8 | 0 | 8 | 850 | 75 | 82% | 6.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 8 | 1 | 9 | 810 | 70 | 77% | 6.3 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 507 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 481 | 63 | 69% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 464 | 58 | 64% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 448 | 56 | 62% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 98 | 28 | 31% | 3.1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 35 | 36 | 40% | 1 |
87 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
28 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
27 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
13 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
100%
9 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
71%
4 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
77%
5 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
78%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
80%
7 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
77%
8 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
96%
8 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
82%
9 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
77%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
69%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
69%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
65%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
64%
1 Administrator
% of Days
62%
4 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
31%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
40%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
114
Medicare
22
19.3% of residents
Medicaid
64
56.1% of residents
Private pay or other
28
24.6% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Nurse Aide Training
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
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.
8.1
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
8.1
23% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 10.5
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
16.3
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
16.3
14% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 18.9
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
13.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
13.6%
19% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 16.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
16.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
16.3%
17% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 19.6%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
19.1%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
19.1%
7% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 20.5%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.3%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.3%
14% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 3.8%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.4%
42% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 5.8%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.3%
84% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 1.9%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.0%
41% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 6.8%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.3%
91% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 14.3%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.9%
17% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 15.6%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
82.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
82.3%
12% worse than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 93.9%
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%
In line with Kentucky averageKentucky average: 96.2%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.5%
14% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 83.7%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.7%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.7%
62% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 1.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.1%
19% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 83.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Signature Healthcare of Elizabethtown based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
86.8%
↑ 10.3pp vs 2022
Net Income
$494.0K
↓ ~$1.0M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$5.3M
↑ ~$1.2M vs 2022
Profit Margin
3.3%
↓ 11.2pp vs 2022
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