Richland Nursing and Rehab
349 Votech Drive · Johnstown, PA · 15904 · 8142669702
97 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Valley West Health
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 77 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.63 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.66 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.28 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 47% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (36 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 21, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F April 27, 2026 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 21, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 3, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 3, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2026
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 March 3, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2026
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected March 3, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2026
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 3, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2026
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Corrected March 3, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 3, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 2, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected February 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected January 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 19, 2024
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected January 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected September 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected January 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected January 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E December 19, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected January 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E December 19, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected January 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Corrected January 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 19, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected June 24, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024
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 15, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F December 19, 2024
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected January 15, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected January 15, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E December 19, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 15, 2025 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 395610 · certified since October 3, 1983. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.