With a score of 32/100, St John Specialty Care Center ranks in the bottom tier of Pennsylvania nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.
Staffing at St John Specialty Care Center is near the national average, with 3.93 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 55 deficiencies at St John Specialty Care Center, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.93 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 1.15 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.36 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.42 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.55 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.84 | 0.7 | Above Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0600 Severity DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Dec 2, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0580 Severity DImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Jan 14, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Oct 10, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0690 Severity EProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to preventOct 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0849 Severity EArrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice servOct 10, 2024 · Administration 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 | 6.1% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 4.0% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 32.6% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 3.4% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 23.8% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 8.0% | 7.5% | Average |
| New/worsened incontinence | 26.8% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $13,042
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 32 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -1 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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