B

KINGSWAY ARMS NURSING CENTER INC

323 KINGS ROAD, SCHENECTADY, NY 12304
Score: 80 / 100

With a score of 80/100 and a B grade, Kingsway Arms Nursing Center Inc is a well-regarded option in Schenectady, New York. The facility performs above average in most CMS categories, placing it in the 78th percentile statewide.

Kingsway Arms Nursing Center Inc provides above-average staffing with 4.23 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 7 deficiencies at Kingsway Arms Nursing Center Inc. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 32 / 40 pts
4 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.23 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.57 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.19 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.47 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.52 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.33 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

7
Total Deficiencies
Aug 25, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 7 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0761 Severity E
    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologi
    Aug 25, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity D
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Aug 25, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0814 Severity D
    Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
    Aug 25, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0689 Severity E
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Feb 22, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0656 Severity D
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    Feb 22, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 3.4% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 7.0% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 16.1% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 2.1% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 18.6% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 4.7% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 27.3% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 80 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Individual
Certified Beds
160
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Aug 25, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3