BOSTONIAN NURSING CARE & REHABILITATION CTR, THE
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
Bostonian Nursing Care & Rehabilitation Center has a Trust Grade of C+, indicating it is slightly above average but not outstanding. It ranks #72 out of 338 facilities in Massachusetts, placing it in the top half, and #7 out of 22 in Suffolk County, meaning there are only six better options locally. The facility is improving, as it reduced the number of issues from four in 2024 to one in 2025. However, staffing is a concern, with a rating of 2 out of 5 stars and a turnover rate of 52%, which is significantly higher than the state average. They have incurred $8,648 in fines, which is considered average, and their RN coverage is also average, providing adequate oversight. Recent inspections revealed some serious issues, including a resident who developed a worsened pressure injury due to insufficient nursing care after readmission from the hospital. Additionally, several residents did not have their pain assessments completed, which raises concerns about proper monitoring. While the facility shows some strengths, such as a good overall star rating, these weaknesses highlight the need for improvement in care and attention to residents' specific health needs.
- Trust Score
- C+
- In Massachusetts
- #72/338
- Safety Record
- Moderate
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 52% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- $8,648 in fines. Lower than most Massachusetts facilities. Relatively clean record.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 31 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Massachusetts. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 21 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in fire safety.
The Bad
Near Massachusetts avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Below median ($33,413)
Minor penalties assessed
The Ugly 21 deficiencies on record
May 2025
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to implement the care plan for one Resident (#62) out of ...
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Jun 2024
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, record review and interviews, the facility failed to implement a care plan for skin protection for 1 Resi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0688
(Tag F0688)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, record review and interviews, the facility failed to implement bilateral hand orthotics for the treatment...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, policy review, and interview, the facility failed to maintain appropriate food sanitation practices in the kitchen.
Findings include:
Review of the facility policy titled Nutri...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, record review and interviews, the facility failed to maintain an accurate medical record by 1. inaccurate...
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Jun 2023
4 deficiencies
1 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
A resident was harmed · 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 #2), who had developed areas of skin brea...
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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
Abuse Prevention Policies
(Tag F0607)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on records reviewed and interviews, for one of three sampled residents (Resident #3), who had a diagnosis of dementia, the Facility failed to ensure staff implemented and followed their abuse po...
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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
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on records reviewed and interviews, for one of three sampled residents (Resident #3), who had a diagnosis of dementia, the Facility failed to ensure a that after being made aware of an allegatio...
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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
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
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 two of three sampled residents (Resident #2 and Resident #3), who both were noted ...
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Apr 2023
12 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Notification of Changes
(Tag F0580)
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 notify the physician of a change in condition for on...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review and interview the facility failed to develop and implement the plan of care for supervision ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, record review an interview the facility failed to revise an Activity of Daily Living Care Plan to reflect...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, record review and interviews, the facility failed to provide assistance with Activities of Daily Living (...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, interview and policy review, the facility failed to ensure an air mattress was at the corre...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0696
(Tag F0696)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review and interview the facility A). Failed to adhere to professional standards of practice by fai...
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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 observation, record review and interview the facility failed to develop and implement a person-centered plan of care for trauma informed care with individualized interventions for 2 Residents...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0757
(Tag F0757)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview the facility failed to ensure the pharmacy recommendations which were agreed upon by the physician/prescriber were implemented for 1 Resident (#5) out of a total s...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview the facility failed to ensure an appropriate diagnosis for the use of an antipsychotic medi...
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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 dated when opened and disposed of when expired...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 5. Resident #44 was admitted to the facility in 6/2021.
Review of the most recent MDS with an ARD date of 3/9/23, indicated Res...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Resident #45 was re-admitted to the facility in November 2022 with diagnoses including Congestive Heart Failure, Chronic Obst...
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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
- • Licensed and certified facility. Meets minimum state requirements.
- • 21 deficiencies on record, including 1 serious (caused harm) violation. Ask about corrective actions taken.
About This Facility
What is Bostonian Nursing Care & Rehabilitation Ctr, The's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns BOSTONIAN NURSING CARE & REHABILITATION CTR, THE an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within Massachusetts, 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 Bostonian Nursing Care & Rehabilitation Ctr, The Staffed?
CMS rates BOSTONIAN NURSING CARE & REHABILITATION CTR, THE's staffing level at 2 out of 5 stars, which is below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 52%, compared to the Massachusetts average of 46%. RN turnover specifically is 71%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.
What Have Inspectors Found at Bostonian Nursing Care & Rehabilitation Ctr, The?
State health inspectors documented 21 deficiencies at BOSTONIAN NURSING CARE & REHABILITATION CTR, THE during 2023 to 2025. These included: 1 that caused actual resident harm and 20 with potential for harm. Deficiencies causing actual harm indicate documented cases where residents experienced negative health consequences.
Who Owns and Operates Bostonian Nursing Care & Rehabilitation Ctr, The?
BOSTONIAN NURSING CARE & REHABILITATION CTR, THE is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 121 certified beds and approximately 110 residents (about 91% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in DORCHESTER, Massachusetts.
How Does Bostonian Nursing Care & Rehabilitation Ctr, The Compare to Other Massachusetts Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Massachusetts, BOSTONIAN NURSING CARE & REHABILITATION CTR, THE's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 2.9, staff turnover (52%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Bostonian Nursing Care & Rehabilitation Ctr, The?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can you walk me through typical staffing levels on day, evening, and night shifts?" "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?" These questions are particularly relevant given the below-average staffing rating.
Is Bostonian Nursing Care & Rehabilitation Ctr, The Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, BOSTONIAN NURSING CARE & REHABILITATION CTR, THE 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 4-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 Bostonian Nursing Care & Rehabilitation Ctr, The Stick Around?
BOSTONIAN NURSING CARE & REHABILITATION CTR, THE has a staff turnover rate of 52%, which is 5 percentage points above the Massachusetts average of 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 Bostonian Nursing Care & Rehabilitation Ctr, The Ever Fined?
BOSTONIAN NURSING CARE & REHABILITATION CTR, THE has been fined $8,648 across 1 penalty action. This is below the Massachusetts average of $33,165. While any fine indicates a compliance issue, fines under $50,000 are relatively common and typically reflect isolated problems that were subsequently corrected. Families should ask what specific issues led to these fines and confirm they've been resolved.
Is Bostonian Nursing Care & Rehabilitation Ctr, The on Any Federal Watch List?
BOSTONIAN NURSING CARE & REHABILITATION CTR, THE 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.