Woodlawn Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
59 West Front Street · Skowhegan, ME · 04976 · 2074749300
46 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: First Atlantic Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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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: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.66 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.38 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.38 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 58% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $8,018 |
Inspection citations (53 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected March 12, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 12, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026 · 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 12, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 3, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 16, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 3, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected February 16, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E October 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected October 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 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 August 27, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F July 31, 2025
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · F July 31, 2025
Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025 · found via complaint
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 27, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2024
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected October 12, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 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 October 12, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 12, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 23, 2024 | Fine | $8,018 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 205154 · certified since January 1, 1994. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.