UNC Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
Families considering UNC Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex will find a facility with an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating a high level of quality and care. Ranking #69 out of 417 nursing homes in North Carolina places it comfortably in the top half, and #5 out of 20 in Wake County means only four other local options are better. The facility is currently improving, having reduced its issues from five in 2023 to zero in 2025, which is a positive sign for prospective residents. Staffing is a notable strength, earning a 5/5 star rating with a low turnover rate of 28%, significantly below the state average of 49%, indicating that staff members are consistent and familiar with the residents' needs. While there have been no fines and the facility boasts more RN coverage than 83% of its peers, there have been some concerns, such as a malfunctioning call light that left a resident unable to summon help while showering, and instances where staff entered rooms without knocking, which did not respect residents' privacy. Overall, while there are areas for improvement, the center demonstrates a commitment to quality care and resident well-being.
- Trust Score
- A
- In North Carolina
- #69/417
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ✓ Good
- 28% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 20 points below North Carolina's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most North Carolina facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 53 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for North Carolina. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ✓ Good
- Only 5 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
The Good
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5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
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Low Staff Turnover (28%) · Staff stability means consistent care
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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 is low (28%)
20 points below North Carolina average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, staff retention, fire safety.
The Bad
No Significant Concerns Identified
This facility shows no red flags. Among North Carolina's 100 nursing homes, only 1% achieve this.
The Ugly 5 deficiencies on record
Apr 2023
5 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
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Resident #272 was admitted to the facility on [DATE].
Review of Resident #272's admission health and physical dated 3/31/23 r...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, record review, resident and staff interviews, the facility failed to provide a working Packaged Terminal ...
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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
Based on observations and staff interviews the facility failed to lock a treatment cart while unattended for 1 of 2 treatment carts observed (Treatment Cart #1).
Findings included:
During a continuou...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Garbage Disposal
(Tag F0814)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations and interviews with facility staff the facility failed to keep the dumpster area free of debris for 1 of 1 enclosed dumpster area observed.
The findings included:
An observation ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0919
(Tag F0919)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews with facility staff and record review the facility failed to maintain the call light in workin...
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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
- • Grade A (93/100). Above average facility, better than most options in North Carolina.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most North Carolina facilities.
- • Only 5 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center Of Apex's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns UNC Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within North Carolina, 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 Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center Of Apex Staffed?
CMS rates UNC Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 28%, compared to the North Carolina average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center Of Apex?
State health inspectors documented 5 deficiencies at UNC Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex during 2023. These included: 5 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center Of Apex?
UNC Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex 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 107 certified beds and approximately 93 residents (about 87% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in Apex, North Carolina.
How Does Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center Of Apex Compare to Other North Carolina Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in North Carolina, UNC Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.8, staff turnover (28%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center Of Apex?
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 Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center Of Apex Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, UNC Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex 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 North Carolina. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center Of Apex Stick Around?
Staff at UNC Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex tend to stick around. With a turnover rate of 28%, the facility is 18 percentage points below the North Carolina average of 46%. Low turnover is a positive sign. It means caregivers have time to learn each resident's needs, medications, and personal preferences. Consistent staff also notice subtle changes in a resident's condition more quickly. Registered Nurse turnover is also low at 19%, meaning experienced RNs are available to handle complex medical needs.
Was Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center Of Apex Ever Fined?
UNC Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex 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 Unc Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center Of Apex on Any Federal Watch List?
UNC Rex Rehab & Nursing Care Center of Apex 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.