F

WATSONTOWN REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER

245 EAST EIGHTH STREET, WATSONTOWN, PA 17777
Score: 33 / 100

With a score of 33/100, Watsontown 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.

Staffing at Watsontown Rehabilitation And Nursing Center is near the national average, with 3.51 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 60 deficiencies at Watsontown Rehabilitation And Nursing Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 16 / 40 pts
2 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 10 / 25 pts
2 ★ 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 3.51 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.38 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.96 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.17 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.27 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.27 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

60
Total Deficiencies
Sep 11, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 59 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0700 Severity E
    Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these
    Sep 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0791 Severity E
    Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
    Sep 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Sep 11, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity E
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Sep 11, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0883 Severity E
    Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
    Sep 11, 2025 · Infection Control 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 1.5% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 0.8% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 24.5% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 2.6% 2.5% Average
ADL decline (daily activities) 12.8% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 8.4% 7.5% Worse
New/worsened incontinence 27.1% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

3 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $29,208

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 33 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -15 pts
  • Fine deductions: -2 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
125
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Sep 11, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
15