Grace Barker Nursing Center faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 52/100. The facility ranks in the 49th percentile among Rhode Island nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Staffing at Grace Barker Nursing Center is near the national average, with 3.81 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 17 deficiencies at Grace Barker Nursing Center, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: provide and implement an infection prevention and control program..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.81 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.60 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.29 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.91 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.23 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.39 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0880 Severity EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Feb 4, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0658 Severity DEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Feb 4, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0695 Severity DProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Feb 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0744 Severity DProvide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.Feb 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0610 Severity DRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.Jul 14, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation 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 | 5.0% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 3.5% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 16.1% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 2.6% | 2.5% | Average |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 13.8% | 14.0% | Average |
| Excessive weight loss | 2.6% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 7.4% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $114,806
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 52 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -10 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
Facility Details
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