Sacred Heart Nursing Home
359 Summer Street · New Bedford, MA · 02740 · 5089966751
217 certified beds Non profit - Other Chain: Diocesan Health Facilities
- 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
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: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.87 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.66 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.63 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 29% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (19 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 17, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 13, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 17, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 13, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 17, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 25, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 24, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 25, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected July 24, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 25, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected July 24, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 25, 2024
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected July 24, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 25, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 24, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E June 25, 2024
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected July 24, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E June 25, 2024
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected July 24, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Corrected March 26, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected March 26, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E March 31, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected May 5, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 31, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected May 5, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 31, 2023
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected May 5, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 31, 2023
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Corrected May 5, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D March 31, 2023
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected May 5, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 31, 2023
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected May 5, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 31, 2023
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected May 5, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 225389 · certified since July 1, 1990. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.