Signature Healthcare of South Louisville

Nursing Home in Louisville

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 of South Louisville

Nursing Home in Louisville

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.

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.

1 visit/inspection Info 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 January 23, 2025
Re Inspection

4 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Kentucky average: 6 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Signature Healthcare of South Louisville

The most recent inspection on January 23, 2025, identified deficiencies related to respiratory care, medication errors, resident records, and infection prevention and control. Earlier inspections were not provided for comparison, so broader inspection patterns cannot be determined from the available reports. The main issues involved failure to follow physician orders for oxygen administration, medication error rates exceeding 5%, incomplete medical records, and lapses in infection control practices including PPE use. No complaint investigations or enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were listed in the available reports. Without prior inspection data, it is unclear whether these findings represent a new concern or ongoing challenges.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

Kentucky average 2.9


Last Health inspection on Jan 2025

Total health citations 13

Kentucky average 13.5

Citations per inspection
4.33

Kentucky average 4.4


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

All 13 citations resulted from standard inspections.

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

Kentucky average: 1.1


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

Kentucky average: 0.6

0 critical citations More info Kentucky average: 1.1

0 serious citations More info Kentucky average: 0.6

13 moderate citations More info Kentucky average: 11.6

0 minor citations More info Kentucky average: 0.1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Jan 23, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Jan 23, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Jan 23, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Jan 23, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Louisville The information below is reported by the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Office of Inspector General.

5 facilities compared · CMS & KY Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Signature Healthcare of South Louisville
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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).

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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.

Louisville (Auburndale) 100 76.9% -5% 3.75 +51% 0% 0 13 4.3 0 93 - - Little, Tyra $11.5M $4.0M 35.2% 185335
Cherokee Park 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.

Louisville (Highlands Douglass) 104 87.1% +7% 3.36 +67% -10% 1 35 11.7 5 93 A+ 49 Cherokee Park Rehabilitation, Llc $11.4M $5.5M 48.8% 185237
Christian Health Center of Louisville
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.

Louisville (Old Louisville) 122 71.5% -12% 3.45 -26% -8% 0 16 3.2 0 104 - 83 - $12.8M $4.2M 32.4% 185029
Chestnut Ridge Health & 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.

Louisville (Old Louisville) 92 - - - - - - - - 0 0 0.0 0 - - - - - - - -
Eastern Star Home in Ky -
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.

Louisville (Cherokee Triangle) 42 - - - - - - - - 0 0 0.0 0 - - - - - - - -

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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 172
Employees 168
Contractors 4
Staff to resident ratio 1.85:1
6% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average ratio: 1.75:1

Avg staff/day 53
Average shift 7.9 hours
7% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 8.5 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 38,128
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 27
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.7 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 17
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 78
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

0.3%

110 contractor hours this quarter

Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2 Registered Nurse: 1 Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant 78 0 78 16,326 91 100% 7.8
Registered Nurse 26 1 27 7,154 91 100% 9.7
Licensed Practical Nurse 17 0 17 3,534 91 100% 9
Clinical Nurse Specialist 11 0 11 1,870 78 86% 8.3
RN Director of Nursing 7 0 7 1,764 78 86% 7.3
Respiratory Therapy Technician 4 0 4 1,145 69 76% 6.6
Medication Aide/Technician 5 0 5 1,088 77 85% 7.7
Other Dietary Services Staff 3 0 3 800 84 92% 6.6
Dental Services Staff 1 0 1 606 88 97% 6.9
Dietitian 1 0 1 530 65 71% 8.1
Administrator 1 0 1 512 64 70% 8
Nurse Practitioner 1 0 1 504 63 69% 8
Mental Health Service Worker 3 0 3 493 59 65% 7.7
Speech Language Pathologist 2 0 2 480 65 71% 7.4
Physical Therapy Aide 2 0 2 421 63 69% 6.6
Physical Therapy Assistant 3 0 3 409 70 77% 5.8
Qualified Social Worker 3 0 3 392 63 69% 6.2
Occupational Therapy Assistant 0 2 2 67 15 16% 4.5
Medical Director 0 1 1 36 43 47% 0.8
78 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
27 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
17 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
11 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 86%
7 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 86%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 76%
5 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 85%
3 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 92%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 97%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 71%
1 Administrator
% of Days 70%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 69%
3 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 65%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 71%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 69%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 77%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 69%
2 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 16%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 47%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 93
Medicare
6
6.5% of residents
Medicaid
59
63.4% of residents
Private pay or other
28
30.1% 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.

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. 11.7
12% worse 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. 23.4
23% worse 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 20.8%
24% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 16.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 24.6%
25% worse 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 24.7%
20% worse 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 1.9%
50% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 3.8%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.6%
In line with Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 5.8%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.4%
80% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 1.9%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.8%
14% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 6.8%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 28.6%
101% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 14.3%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 5.0%
68% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 15.6%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.3%
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 97.2%
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 94.3%
13% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 83.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.7%
66% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 1.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 91.9%
10% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 83.6%

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