Kensington Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
225 Saint John Road · Elizabethtown, KY · 42701 · 2707693314
82 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Encore Health Partners
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
63% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.46 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.75 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.04 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 63% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (27 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2025
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected April 28, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F March 26, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 28, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2019
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected December 10, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2019
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected December 10, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2019
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected December 10, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2019
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected December 10, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2019
Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.
Corrected December 10, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2019
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected December 10, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2019
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 10, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2019
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 10, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2019
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected December 10, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2019
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected December 10, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2019
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected December 10, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2019
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected December 10, 2019 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F October 18, 2019
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Corrected December 10, 2019 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F October 18, 2019
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected December 10, 2019 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2019
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Corrected December 10, 2019 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F October 18, 2019
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 10, 2019 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2019
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 10, 2019 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2018
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected September 26, 2018 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 21, 2018
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 26, 2018 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 21, 2018
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 26, 2018 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2018
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected September 26, 2018 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2018
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected September 26, 2018 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F August 21, 2018
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 26, 2018 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 185443 · certified since April 5, 2000. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.