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ARKANSAS STATE VETERANS HOME AT NORTH LITTLE ROCK

2401 JOHN ASHLEY DRIVE, NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR 72114
Score: 96 / 100

Arkansas State Veterans Home At North Little Rock is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in North Little Rock, Arkansas, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 96/100, it ranks in the top 1% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Staffing levels at Arkansas State Veterans Home At North Little Rock exceed national averages, with 4.89 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.49 hours per resident per day is near the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 17 deficiencies at Arkansas State Veterans Home At North Little Rock. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 25 / 25 pts
5 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.89 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.49 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.05 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.35 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.39 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.43 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

17
Total Deficiencies
Feb 22, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 17 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Feb 22, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0577 Severity E
    Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
    Feb 22, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0677 Severity E
    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    Feb 22, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0805 Severity E
    Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
    Feb 22, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0558 Severity E
    Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
    Feb 22, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 1.4% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 1.6% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 18.7% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 0.9% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 5.6% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 5.9% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 21.0% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 96 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 5★ → 25 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Government - State
Certified Beds
96
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Apr 30, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
0