Walnut Creek Nursing and Rehab
4850 Zuck Road · Erie, PA · 16506 · 8144536641
115 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Valley West Health
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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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: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.68 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.73 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.38 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 43% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (10 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E May 22, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected June 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 22, 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 June 25, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E May 22, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 25, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 22, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected June 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2024
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected July 29, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 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 July 29, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 21, 2024 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected April 15, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E July 14, 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 August 15, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 14, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected August 15, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 14, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 15, 2023 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 395200 · certified since January 30, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.