ROYAL BRAINTREE NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Royal Braintree Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has a Trust Grade of C+, indicating it is slightly above average but not standout. It ranks #176 out of 338 in Massachusetts, placing it in the bottom half of facilities, and #19 out of 33 in Norfolk County, meaning only a few local options are better. The facility is improving, with issues decreasing from 16 in 2023 to 6 in 2024. Staffing is a relative strength, with a turnover rate of 30%, which is below the state average, though RN coverage is only average. While there have been no fines, which is positive, recent inspections revealed concerns such as residents lacking access to call systems for assistance and unmaintained living environments, indicating both strengths and areas that need attention.
- Trust Score
- C+
- In Massachusetts
- #176/338
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 30% turnover. Near Massachusetts's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Massachusetts facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 39 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Massachusetts. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 38 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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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 (30%)
18 points below Massachusetts average of 48%
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Massachusetts average (2.9)
Meets federal standards, typical of most facilities
16pts below Massachusetts avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 38 deficiencies on record
Nov 2024
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure one Resident (#67) was provided a therapeutic diet as ordered, in a total sample of 34 residents. Specifically, Reside...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0699
(Tag F0699)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to assess triggers for a Resident (#22) with a history of trauma, to avoid potential re-traumatization, out of a total sample of 34 residents....
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0558
(Tag F0558)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations, interviews, and records reviewed, the facility failed to ensure a reasonable accommodation was made for seven Residents (#150, #101, #49, #148, #65, #102, and #93), on the Sunsh...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure the residents' environment was clean, comfortable, and homelik...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to follow professional standards of practice for food safety and sanitat...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure that for two Residents (#86 and #232), of a to...
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Nov 2023
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Notification of Changes
(Tag F0580)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on records reviewed and interviews, for one of three sampled Residents (Resident #1), who experienced a decline in condition with weakness, and who had a new physicians order in effect on 4/24/2...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0773
(Tag F0773)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on records reviewed and interviews for one of three sampled residents (Resident #1), who had a physicians order for STAT (...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0790
(Tag F0790)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on records reviewed and interviews for one of three sampled residents (Resident #1), who had lost his/her upper dentures in October 2022, the Facility failed to ensure he/she had a timely dental...
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Aug 2023
13 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Grievances
(Tag F0585)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview, record review, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure one Resident's (#38) grievances were addressed, out of 35 sampled residents.
Findings include:
The facility's polic...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0658
(Tag F0658)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interviews, policy review, and record review, the facility failed to apply a splint as ordered by the physician for one Resident (#5), out of a sample of 35 residents.
Findings ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to obtain physician's orders for treatment of a skin tear (layers of skin separate or peel back) for one Resident (#154), out of...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0685
(Tag F0685)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure one Resident (#116), out of a total sample of 35 residents, received proper treatment to maintain vision following cataract surgery....
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, policy review, and interviews, the facility failed to provide respiratory care per the physician's orders for two Residents (#148 and #5), out of a sample of 35 re...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0699
(Tag F0699)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review, policy review, and interviews, the facility failed to implement trauma informed care plans, specific to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), for two Residents (#40 and #95), ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, policy review, and interviews, the facility failed to maintain an accurate medical record for one Resident (#148), out of a sample of 35 residents. Specifically, t...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, policy review, and record review, the facility failed to maintain an infection prevention and c...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
3. Resident #21 was admitted to the facility in August 2022 and had diagnoses that included dementia and psychotic disorder.
Review of the most recent MDS assessment, dated 7/28/23, indicated Resident...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Unnecessary Medications
(Tag F0759)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations, record review, policy review, and staff interviews, the facility failed to ensure that it was free of a medication error rate of 5 percent or greater. The surveyor observed 1 of...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0760
(Tag F0760)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
2. Review of the facility's policy and procedure titled Administering Medications, dated December 2012, indicated the following:
-medications shall be administered in a safe and timely manner, and as ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure medications were dated once opened, accordin...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Deficiency F0582
(Tag F0582)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to inform 2 out of 3 Residents, or their representative, of potential liability for payment for non-covered services including estimated cost ...
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Jun 2021
16 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on policy review, record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure that residents were provided re...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0552
(Tag F0552)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure that residents and/or their representatives were fully informed in advance, and given information necessary to make health care deci...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0658
(Tag F0658)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Resident #18 was admitted to the facility with diagnoses including dementia and major depressive disorder.
Review of the most...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure resident safety out of a total sample of 31 residents. Specifically,
1) for Resident #49, the facility failed to prov...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Tube Feeding
(Tag F0693)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, policy review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure for one Resident (#34), out of a sample of 3...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0697
(Tag F0697)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure that staff managed and accurately assessed the pain of one Resident (#45), out of a total sample of 31 residents.
Find...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure that Residents' antipsychotic medication regimen was managed and monitored for movement disorders to promote or maintain the Residen...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure medications were securely stored in 2 out of 7 medication stor...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure that the medical record for one Resident (#86), out of a total sample of 31 residents, was accurate and in accordance with accepted ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0849
(Tag F0849)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, record review, and interviews, the facility failed to develop an integrated, person centered hospice care plan identifying coordination of care between the facility and the hosp...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0883
(Tag F0883)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure one Resident (#120), out of a total sample of 31 residents, was screened for and provided the second dose of COVID-19 vaccine.
Findi...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0578
(Tag F0578)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure that advanced directives were formulated for two Residents (#143 and #45), out of a total sample of 31 residents.
Findings include:
...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record reviews, the facility failed to ensure that a comprehensive care plan was developed ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0804
(Tag F0804)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, record review, and interviews, the facility failed to ensure staff served food that was palatable and served at an appetizing temperature on 3 out of 7 units.
Findings include:
O...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
2. Review of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance titled Interim Infection Prevention and Control Recommendations to Prevent SARS-CoV-2 Spread in Nursing Homes, dated 3/29/21, indic...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0680
(Tag F0680)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews, documentation review, and personnel record review, the facility failed to ensure that the facility's activi...
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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
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Massachusetts facilities.
- • 30% turnover. Below Massachusetts's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 38 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Royal Braintree's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns ROYAL BRAINTREE NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is considered average nationally. Within Massachusetts, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This mid-range rating indicates the facility meets federal standards but may have areas for improvement.
How is Royal Braintree Staffed?
CMS rates ROYAL BRAINTREE NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 30%, compared to the Massachusetts average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Royal Braintree?
State health inspectors documented 38 deficiencies at ROYAL BRAINTREE NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER during 2021 to 2024. These included: 36 with potential for harm and 2 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Royal Braintree?
ROYAL BRAINTREE NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER 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 ROYAL HEALTH GROUP, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 204 certified beds and approximately 175 residents (about 86% occupancy), it is a large facility located in BRAINTREE, Massachusetts.
How Does Royal Braintree Compare to Other Massachusetts Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Massachusetts, ROYAL BRAINTREE NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER's overall rating (3 stars) is above the state average of 2.9, staff turnover (30%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Royal Braintree?
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 Royal Braintree Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, ROYAL BRAINTREE NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER 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 3-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Massachusetts. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Royal Braintree Stick Around?
ROYAL BRAINTREE NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 30%, which is about average for Massachusetts 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 Royal Braintree Ever Fined?
ROYAL BRAINTREE NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER 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 Royal Braintree on Any Federal Watch List?
ROYAL BRAINTREE NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER 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.