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ARMSTRONG REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER

265 SOUTH MCKEAN STREET, KITTANNING, PA 16201
Score: 14 / 100

With a score of 14/100, Armstrong Rehabilitation And Nursing 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.

With 3.33 total nurse hours per resident per day, Armstrong Rehabilitation And Nursing Center falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent CMS inspections identified 100 deficiencies at Armstrong Rehabilitation And Nursing Center, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 8 / 40 pts
1 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.33 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.53 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.12 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.68 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.91 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.32 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

100
Total Deficiencies
Dec 11, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 98 Moderate 🔴 1 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0730 Severity E
    Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
    Dec 11, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
  • 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
    Dec 11, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0836 Severity E
    Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, Sta
    Dec 11, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity E
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Dec 11, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0941 Severity E
    Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program that includes effective communications for direct care staff members.
    Dec 11, 2025 · 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 4.8% 4.5% Average
Falls with major injury 3.5% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 22.5% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 1.6% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 16.3% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 6.0% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 25.4% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

3 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $84,270

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 14 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: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -15 pts
  • Fine deductions: -8 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
113
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Dec 11, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
37