NEW EASTWOOD HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
New Eastwood Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Easton, Pennsylvania has received a Trust Grade of A, indicating it is highly recommended and considered excellent. With a state rank of #94 out of 653 facilities in Pennsylvania, they are positioned in the top half, and #5 out of 12 in Northampton County, indicating limited local competition. However, the facility has seen a worsening trend in issues reported, increasing from 2 in 2023 to 5 in 2024. While staffing is rated below average with a score of 2 out of 5, the turnover is at 43%, which is slightly better than the state average. The facility has not incurred any fines, reflecting good compliance with regulations. Despite these strengths, there are concerns regarding food safety and resident dignity. Specific incidents include unsanitary food storage conditions in the kitchen, such as raw meat stored improperly and a dirty microwave, as well as a lack of privacy for a resident who had an indwelling catheter bag visible in a common area.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Pennsylvania
- #94/653
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 43% turnover. Near Pennsylvania's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Pennsylvania facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 31 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Pennsylvania. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ○ Average
- 8 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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5-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 (43%)
5 points below Pennsylvania average of 48%
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Pennsylvania avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 8 deficiencies on record
Sept 2024
4 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
Based on clinical record review and observation, it was determined that the facility failed to provide care and services in a manner respectful of each resident's dignity for one of 18 sampled residen...
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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 implement physician's orders for four of 18 sampled residents. (Residents 35, 47, 49, 244)
Findings i...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0808
(Tag F0808)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on clinical record review, observation, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide physician ordered therapeutic diets for two of 18 sampled residents. (Residents...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, it was determined that the facility failed to store food under sanitary conditions in the kitchen.
Findings include:
Observation of the kitchen on September 3, 2024, at 9:47 a.m...
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Jan 2024
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 F0582
(Tag F0582)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, facility provided documentation and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed...
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Oct 2023
2 deficiencies
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, observation, and staff interview, it was determined the facility failed to store food in a sanitary manner on two of two nursing units. (Sandlewood and Birchwood)
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Garbage Disposal
(Tag F0814)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, it was determined that the facility failed to dispose of trash and refuse properly.
Findings include:
Observation of the dumpster area on October 3, 2023, at 9:41 a.m., revealed ...
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Nov 2022
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on clinical record review, observation and resident interview it was determined that the facility failed to ensure a dignified environment for one of 18 sampled residents. (Resident 22)
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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 (90/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Pennsylvania.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Pennsylvania facilities.
- • 43% turnover. Below Pennsylvania's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is New Eastwood Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns NEW EASTWOOD HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Pennsylvania, 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 New Eastwood Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center Staffed?
CMS rates NEW EASTWOOD HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER's staffing level at 2 out of 5 stars, which is below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 43%, compared to the Pennsylvania average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at New Eastwood Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center?
State health inspectors documented 8 deficiencies at NEW EASTWOOD HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER during 2022 to 2024. These included: 7 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates New Eastwood Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center?
NEW EASTWOOD HEALTHCARE 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 MARQUIS HEALTH SERVICES, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 97 certified beds and approximately 85 residents (about 88% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in EASTON, Pennsylvania.
How Does New Eastwood Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center Compare to Other Pennsylvania Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Pennsylvania, NEW EASTWOOD HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.0, staff turnover (43%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting New Eastwood Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center?
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 New Eastwood Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, NEW EASTWOOD HEALTHCARE 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 5-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 New Eastwood Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center Stick Around?
NEW EASTWOOD HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 43%, 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 New Eastwood Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center Ever Fined?
NEW EASTWOOD HEALTHCARE 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 New Eastwood Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center on Any Federal Watch List?
NEW EASTWOOD HEALTHCARE 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.