CROWNE HEALTH CARE OF CITRONELLE
Over 2 years since last inspection. Current conditions may differ from available data.
Crowne Health Care of Citronelle has received an impressive Trust Grade of A, indicating it is highly recommended and performs excellently compared to other facilities. It ranks #11 out of 223 nursing homes in Alabama, placing it in the top half, and is the best option out of 16 facilities in Mobile County. The facility shows a strong staffing rating with a turnover rate of 40%, which is below the state average of 48%, suggesting that staff members are experienced and familiar with the residents. Notably, there have been no fines or reported incidents, reflecting a commitment to quality care. However, while quality measures are average, the absence of any deficiencies indicates a solid foundation for care.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Alabama
- #11/223
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Too New
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 40% turnover. Near Alabama's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Alabama facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 35 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Alabama. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ✓ Good
- No deficiencies on record. Exceptional compliance history. Very rare.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (40%)
8 points below Alabama average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Alabama avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 0 deficiencies on record
Clean Inspection Record
This facility has zero deficiencies on record - the average nursing home has 7. Only 1% of facilities nationally achieve a completely clean inspection record.
Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade A (90/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Alabama.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Alabama facilities.
- • No deficiencies on record. Exceptional compliance history. Very rare.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Crowne Health Care Of Citronelle's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns CROWNE HEALTH CARE OF CITRONELLE an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Alabama, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Crowne Health Care Of Citronelle Staffed?
CMS rates CROWNE HEALTH CARE OF CITRONELLE's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 40%, compared to the Alabama average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care. RN turnover specifically is 67%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.
What Have Inspectors Found at Crowne Health Care Of Citronelle?
Based on CMS data, CROWNE HEALTH CARE OF CITRONELLE has no deficiency citations on record during the current review period. This is relatively uncommon - most facilities receive at least some citations during routine inspections.
Who Owns and Operates Crowne Health Care Of Citronelle?
CROWNE HEALTH CARE OF CITRONELLE is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by CROWNE HEALTH CARE, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 69 certified beds and approximately 65 residents (about 94% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in CITRONELLE, Alabama.
How Does Crowne Health Care Of Citronelle Compare to Other Alabama Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Alabama, CROWNE HEALTH CARE OF CITRONELLE's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.0, staff turnover (40%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Crowne Health Care Of Citronelle?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Crowne Health Care Of Citronelle Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, CROWNE HEALTH CARE OF CITRONELLE has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Alabama. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Crowne Health Care Of Citronelle Stick Around?
CROWNE HEALTH CARE OF CITRONELLE has a staff turnover rate of 40%, which is about average for Alabama nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Crowne Health Care Of Citronelle Ever Fined?
CROWNE HEALTH CARE OF CITRONELLE has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Crowne Health Care Of Citronelle on Any Federal Watch List?
CROWNE HEALTH CARE OF CITRONELLE is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.