Kingston Center for Rehabilitation and Health Care
415 Gardner Road · West Kingston, RI · 02892 · 4012958520
55 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Centers Health Care
Why this verdict
- Staffing levels are well below research benchmarks for safe care.
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 76 points, but Recommended is gated: staffing below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 5 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | — | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | — | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | — | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (9 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E February 7, 2024
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected March 7, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 7, 2024 · found via complaint
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 March 7, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 7, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E February 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected March 7, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F February 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected March 7, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2023 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected December 12, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 10, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 15, 2022
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 January 13, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F December 15, 2022
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected January 13, 2023 · Environmental
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 415107 · certified since January 1, 1992. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.