CHAMBERSBURG SKILLED NURSING AND REHABILITATION CE
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Chambersburg Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has received a Trust Grade of C, which means it is average and sits in the middle of the pack among facilities. It ranks #272 out of 653 in Pennsylvania, placing it in the top half of the state's nursing homes, but it is #6 out of 9 in Franklin County, indicating that only a few local options are available. The facility is improving, having reduced its number of issues from 6 in 2024 to 4 in 2025. Staffing is average with a turnover rate of 50%, which is close to the Pennsylvania average; however, the RN coverage is also average, which may not provide as much oversight as needed. Concerns have been raised about food storage practices, with incidents of improperly labeled items and inadequate monitoring of residents' nutritional status, as well as cleanliness issues in living areas, highlighting areas that require attention despite some strengths in the health inspection ratings.
- Trust Score
- C
- In Pennsylvania
- #272/653
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 50% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- $23,989 in fines. Lower than most Pennsylvania facilities. Relatively clean record.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 34 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Pennsylvania. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 28 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 Pennsylvania average (3.0)
Meets federal standards, typical of most facilities
Near Pennsylvania avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Below median ($33,413)
Minor penalties assessed
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 28 deficiencies on record
Apr 2025
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on facility policy review, observations, review of select facility documentation, and resident and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a clean, comfortable a...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on clinical record reviews and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that the resident assessment accurately reflected the resident's status for two of 35 reside...
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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 clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide care and services in accordance with professional standards of practice to ensure the residen...
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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
Based on facility policy review, observations, product label, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to store food and beverages in accordance with professional standards for...
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May 2024
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review as well as resident and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure th...
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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
Based on policy review, clinical record review and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that residents received necessary treatment and services, consistent with prof...
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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 policy review, observation, record review, and resident and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to provide respiratory care/oxygen services consistent with profession...
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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 review of the review of clinical records, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain complete clinical records for one of 32 residents reviewed (Resident 107)...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on facility policy review, record review, and staff and resident interviews, it was determined the facility failed to ensure proper monitoring to maintain acceptable parameters of nutritional st...
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Feb 2024
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(E)
📢 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
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a safe, clean, comfortable, homelike interior for three of four nursing units observed (Stations 1, 2,...
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Sept 2023
1 deficiency
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 F0557
(Tag F0557)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy and interview, it was determined the facility failed to ensure individuality and respect of resident pe...
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Jun 2023
12 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0582
(Tag F0582)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on review of select facility documentation and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide the required notice to the resident or the resident's representative followi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Transfer Notice
(Tag F0623)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide a notice of transfer for two of nine residents reviewed for hospitalization (Residents 42 and...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0625
(Tag F0625)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on clinical record review, facility policy review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that the resident and/or resident representative received written not...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, clinical record review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide care an...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0698
(Tag F0698)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on review of facility policy, clinical record review, observations, and interviews with resident and staff, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that residents who require dialys...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0868
(Tag F0868)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on review of the sign-in sheets for the facility's quarterly Quality Assurance (QA) Committee and staff interview, it was determined that the required members failed to attend one out of three q...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0575
(Tag F0575)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that informational postings located throughout the facility contained all pertinent state agency and resi...
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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
Based on observations and resident family and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a safe, clean comfortable, and home-like interior on four of six units observed (...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations, staff interviews, and clinical record review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that the comprehensive care plan was reviewed and revised to reflect the resid...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0730
(Tag F0730)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on review of select facility documentation and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that nurse aide performance evaluations were completed at least annually for ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Drug Regimen Review
(Tag F0756)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on facility policy review, clinical record review, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that the physician reviewed and responded to pharmacy review recommen...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on clinical record review and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that the resident medication regimen was free from unnecessary psychotropic medication as evi...
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Apr 2023
1 deficiency
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 F0569
(Tag F0569)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on clinical record review, review of resident fund statements, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to close residents' financial accounts within 30 days after dischar...
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Mar 2023
4 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
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike interior on one of six nursing hallways (Arcadia).
Findings incl...
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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
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on clinical record review, observations, as well as resident and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain adequate personal hygiene and grooming of residents depe...
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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 F0726
(Tag F0726)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on review of select facility documentation and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that newly hired staff had the required orientation, competencies, and skill ...
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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
Room Equipment
(Tag F0908)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, facility policy review, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that equipment was in safe operating condition for two of two crash carts obser...
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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.
- • 28 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
- • $23,989 in fines. Higher than 94% of Pennsylvania facilities, suggesting repeated compliance issues.
- • Grade C (58/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
About This Facility
What is Chambersburg Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation Ce's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns CHAMBERSBURG SKILLED NURSING AND REHABILITATION CE an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is considered average nationally. Within Pennsylvania, this rating places the facility higher than 0% 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 Chambersburg Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation Ce Staffed?
CMS rates CHAMBERSBURG SKILLED NURSING AND REHABILITATION CE's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 50%, compared to the Pennsylvania average of 46%.
What Have Inspectors Found at Chambersburg Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation Ce?
State health inspectors documented 28 deficiencies at CHAMBERSBURG SKILLED NURSING AND REHABILITATION CE during 2023 to 2025. These included: 28 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Chambersburg Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation Ce?
CHAMBERSBURG SKILLED NURSING AND REHABILITATION CE 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 GENESIS HEALTHCARE, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 210 certified beds and approximately 173 residents (about 82% occupancy), it is a large facility located in CHAMBERSBURG, Pennsylvania.
How Does Chambersburg Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation Ce Compare to Other Pennsylvania Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Pennsylvania, CHAMBERSBURG SKILLED NURSING AND REHABILITATION CE's overall rating (3 stars) matches the state average, staff turnover (50%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Chambersburg Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation Ce?
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 Chambersburg Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation Ce Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, CHAMBERSBURG SKILLED NURSING AND REHABILITATION CE 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 Pennsylvania. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Chambersburg Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation Ce Stick Around?
CHAMBERSBURG SKILLED NURSING AND REHABILITATION CE has a staff turnover rate of 50%, which is about average for Pennsylvania 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 Chambersburg Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation Ce Ever Fined?
CHAMBERSBURG SKILLED NURSING AND REHABILITATION CE has been fined $23,989 across 2 penalty actions. This is below the Pennsylvania average of $33,319. 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 Chambersburg Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation Ce on Any Federal Watch List?
CHAMBERSBURG SKILLED NURSING AND REHABILITATION CE 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.