Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Dunn, North Carolina
1 of 2 nursing homes in Dunn (50%) meet our strict criteria. The North Carolina statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
2.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
200
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$24,238 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Dunn, North Carolina, is adequate but presents challenges, with only 50% of facilities recommended. Families should be aware that while Harnett Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has a solid B+ rating, there is one facility with significant fines totaling $24,238.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 Harnett Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center (80) — Harnett Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center stands out with its solid Trust Score of 80/100 and a commendable CMS rating of 4 stars. With a B+ grade and no fines, this for-profit facility effectively balances quality care and a comfortable environment, making it an excellent choice for residents seeking rehabilitation and support.
The other 1 Dunn facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $24K.
Recommended
Harnett Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center stands out with its solid Trust Score of 80/100 and a commendable CMS rating of 4 stars. With a B+ grade and no fines, this for-profit facility effectively balances quality care and a comfortable environment, making it an excellent choice for residents seeking rehabilitation and support.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Dunn Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 2.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $24,238
Questions Dunn Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Dunn's city average is 2.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Dunn facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Dunn avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Dunn facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Dunn, NC are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Dunn (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Dunn "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Dunn?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.