JAMESON NURSING AND REHAB CENTER

3349 WILMINGTON ROAD, NEW CASTLE, PA 16105 (724) 598-3300
Non profit - Corporation 78 Beds WECARE CENTERS Data: November 2025
Trust Grade
80/100
#186 of 653 in PA
Last Inspection: February 2025

Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.

Overview

Jameson Nursing and Rehab Center has a Trust Grade of B+, which means it is recommended and considered above average in quality. It ranks #186 out of 653 facilities in Pennsylvania, placing it in the top half of the state, and #3 out of 8 in Lawrence County, indicating only two local facilities are rated better. The facility is improving, as it reduced the number of reported issues from 2 to 1 over the past year. Staffing is a concern, with a rating of 2 out of 5 stars and a high turnover of 0%, which is good compared to the state average of 46%. On the positive side, there have been no fines, which is a good sign, and RN coverage is average, meaning residents receive typical nursing support. However, there are some significant issues, including a failure to administer medications as prescribed and instances of neglect related to resident care, which could pose risks to residents' health.

Trust Score
B+
80/100
In Pennsylvania
#186/653
Top 28%
Safety Record
Low Risk
No red flags
Inspections
Getting Better
2 → 1 violations
Staff Stability
○ Average
Turnover data not reported for this facility.
Penalties
✓ Good
No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Pennsylvania facilities.
Skilled Nurses
✓ Good
Each resident gets 49 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Pennsylvania. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
Violations
✓ Good
Only 3 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
★★★★☆
4.0
Overall Rating
★★☆☆☆
2.0
Staff Levels
★☆☆☆☆
1.0
Care Quality
★★★★★
5.0
Inspection Score
Stable
2024: 2 issues
2025: 1 issues

The Good

  • Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
  • No fines on record

Facility shows strength in fire safety.

The Bad

Chain: WECARE CENTERS

Part of a multi-facility chain

Ask about local staffing decisions and management

The Ugly 3 deficiencies on record

Feb 2025 1 deficiency
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 observations, review of clinical records and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to administer a medication per physician's orders for one of 19 residents reviewed (R...

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Based on observations, review of clinical records and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to administer a medication per physician's orders for one of 19 residents reviewed (Resident R227). Findings include: Resident R227's clinical record revealed an admission date of 2/18/25, with diagnoses that included fracture of the right hip, arthritis, anxiety disorder, and Type 2 diabetes (a long term condition in which the body has difficulty controlling blood sugar and using it for energy.) Resident R227's clinical record revaled a physician's order for Janumet (an anti-diabetic medication that can treat Type 2 diabetes) Oral tablet 50/500 mg (milligrams) by mouth two times per day with a start date of 2/19/25 at 8:30 a.m. Observation of medication administration on 2/19/25, at approximately 8:55 a.m. with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Employee E1, revealed that Resident R227's medication Janumet 50/500 mg one tablet by mouth two times per day, was not available to be administered. LPN Employee E1 stated that Resident R227 was a new admission and the medication had not come from the pharmacy and when the medication arrives, it will be administered. There was no evidence of follow-up with the physician and the orders for the resident regarding the medication being unavailable/not administered. Review of Resident R227's progress notes on 2/20/25 at approximately 2:00 p.m. revealed that Resident R227 missed doses of Janumet 50/500 mg that included on 2/19/25,the morning and evening doses and on 2/20/25, for the morning dose. During an interview on 2/20/25, at approximately 3:15 p.m. the Nursing Home Administrator and the Director of Nursing confirmed the facility failed to administer Janumet as ordered upon admission to the facility and Resident R227 missed three doses of the medication Janumet since admission to the facility. 28 Pa. Code 211.5(f)(i)(ii)(iii) Medical records 28 Pa. Code 211.9(d) Pharmacy services 28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(1)(5) Nursing services
Nov 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

Quality of Care (Tag F0684)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on review of clinical records and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to transcribe physician's orders for an anticoagulant (medication to thin your blood to prevent blo...

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Based on review of clinical records and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to transcribe physician's orders for an anticoagulant (medication to thin your blood to prevent blood clots) medication and dressing change to a surgical incision for one of four residents reviewed (Resident R1). Findings include: Resident R1's clinical record revealed an admission date of 10/25/24, with diagnoses that included anemia (a reduction in red blood cells resulting in symptoms such as fatigue and weakness), atelectasis (when part or your entire lung collapses resulting in symptoms such difficulty breathing, wheezing, and cough), and fractured right hip. Resident R1's clinical record contained a document from an area hospital entitled Patient Summary dated 10/25/24, which identified a list of medications Resident R1 was to continue while at the facility. The Patient Summary indicated that Resident R1 was ordered Lovenox (injectable anticoagulant medication) 40 milligram (mg) per 0.4 milliliters (ml) - give 0.3 ml subcutaneous (sq) daily for 30 days. Resident R1's physician's orders and Medication Administration Record (MAR) lacked evidence that the facility transcribed and administered Lovenox as ordered on 10/26/24 and 10/27/24. During an interview on 11/26/24, at approximately 2:15 p.m. the Nursing Home Administrator confirmed the facility failed to transcribe Resident R1's admission orders to include Lovenox resulting in the Lovenox not being administered as ordered. Resident R1's clinical record also contained a document from an area hospital entitled Ortho - Final Progress dated 10/25/24, that revealed under Incision / Wound Care that Resident R1 was to have a dry dressing change completed daily until completely dry for two days, then it was okay to leave incision open to air. Review of Nurse to Nurse admission Report revealed the area hospital informed the facility that Resident R1 had a dressing to her leg. Review of Resident R1's admission Assessment completed by the facility on 10/25/24, Section I entitled Skin Condition and History revealed a right thigh surgical incision with two dressings present. Review of Resident R1's physician's orders and Treatment Administration Record (TAR) lacked evidence that the facility transcribed and changed the right hip dressing as ordered. During an interview on 11/26/24, at approximately 3:00 p.m. the Director of Nursing confirmed the facility failed to transcribe the dressing change order regarding Resident R1's right hip and failed to provide evidence that if clarification was needed, that the facility contacted the primary care physician and/or surgeon to obtain clarification so care could be provided. 28 Pa. Code 211.5(f)(i)(ii) Clinical Records 28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(1)(5) Nursing services
Oct 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

Free from Abuse/Neglect (Tag F0600)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of facility policies, facility documentation, and clinical record, and resident and staff interviews, it was det...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of facility policies, facility documentation, and clinical record, and resident and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure residents were free from neglect for one of 14 residents reviewed (Resident R1). Findings include: Review of facility policy entitled Abuse and neglect clinical protocol Revised March 2018, revealed Neglect: The failure of the facility, its employees or service providers to provide goods and services to a resident that are necessary to avoid physical harm, pain, mental anguish, or emotional distress. Review of facility policy entitled Falls-Clinical Protocol Revised March 2018, revealed Falls should be categorized by: those that occur while trying to rise from a sitting or lying to a standing position, those that occur while upright and attempting to ambulate, and other circumstances such as sliding out of a chair or rolling from a low bed to the floor. Review of Resident R1's clinical record revealed an admission date of 3/15/24, with diagnoses that included fracture of the head and neck of the left femur, atrial fibrillation (irregular heart beat), and heart failure. Review of Resident R1's Quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS - an assessment tool used to facilitate the management of care) assessment dated [DATE], revealed under section G transfers, that Resident R1 required extensive assistance with transfers. Review of Resident R1's Care Plan revealed that the resident was an assist of two with transfers, resident was non-weight bearing. Review of information submitted by the facility dated 8/21/2024, revealed Resident R1 was incorrectly transferred by one employee after receiving a shower in the shower room and was lowered to the floor resulting in a fall to him/her. Review of the facility's investigation revealed an employee statement by Nurse Aide (NA) Employee E1 that identified that NA Employee E1 confirmed on 8/21/24, at about 8:10 p.m. he/she transferred Resident R1 to the shower with Employee E2 and Resident R1 was then assisted onto the shower chair. The shower was completed. Resident R1 apparently kept leaning forward during the shower. Employee E1 then stated, helped her stand and tried to pull lounge chair behind her. It would not move very well, so I yelled four times I need help in here. No one came so I had to lower her to the floor and came out to get help. Review of NA Employee E2's statement revealed, This aid helped get Resident on shower chair and helped get her into shower. This aid told the aid to let any of us know to help get her back in to the chair after the shower. This aid proceeded to leave shower room to change and get into bed a resident. This aid proceeded to stay at nurse's station to wait for aid to say they were done. Aid finally opened door for help and this aid went to help when this aid opened door, this aid saw resident sitting on the floor. Four people went in to help get her into her chair. [He/she]stated [he/she] yelled for help four times, but we were all at the nurse's station and did not hear anything. Review of Registered Nurse (RN) Supervisor Employee E3's statement revealed that the resident was being showered in shower room; Employee E1 did not ask for assistance and did not hit the call bell in shower room for assistance; He/she stated he/she lowered the resident to the floor; and the resident was found on tile floor and was assessed. Review of documentation submitted by the facility dated 8/23/24, revealed that the facility initiated an investigation, regarding resident neglect. NA Employee E1 was suspended from work during the investigation process. NA Employee E1 was terminated from work on 8/27/24, due to failing to follow the resident plan of care resulting in resident suffering a fall in the shower room. Employee Education was conducted. During an interview on 10/02/24, at 12:30 p.m. the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) confirmed that NA Employee E1 transferred Resident R1 by physically lifting him/her and not obtaining assistance of two people resulting in a fall in the shower with no harm or injury to Resident R1. He/she also confirmed that the resident should have been transferred as care planned with the assist of two people to a wheelchair. 28 Pa. Code 201.14(a) Responsibility of licensee 28 Pa. Code 201.18(b)(1) Management 28 Pa. Code 201.18(e)(1) Management 28 Pa. Code 211.12(c) Nursing services 28 Pa. Code 211.12(d)(1)(3)(5) Nursing services
Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Life-Threatening (Immediate Jeopardy)
J - Isolated K - Pattern L - Widespread
Actual Harm
G - Isolated H - Pattern I - Widespread
Potential for Harm
D - Isolated E - Pattern F - Widespread
No Harm (Minor)
A - Isolated B - Pattern C - Widespread

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

Strengths
  • • Grade B+ (80/100). 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.
  • • Only 3 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
Concerns
  • • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
Bottom line: Generally positive indicators. Standard due diligence and a personal visit recommended.

About This Facility

What is Jameson Nursing And Rehab Center's CMS Rating?

CMS assigns JAMESON NURSING AND REHAB CENTER an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered 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 Jameson Nursing And Rehab Center Staffed?

CMS rates JAMESON NURSING AND REHAB CENTER's staffing level at 2 out of 5 stars, which is below average compared to other nursing homes.

What Have Inspectors Found at Jameson Nursing And Rehab Center?

State health inspectors documented 3 deficiencies at JAMESON NURSING AND REHAB CENTER during 2024 to 2025. These included: 3 with potential for harm.

Who Owns and Operates Jameson Nursing And Rehab Center?

JAMESON NURSING AND REHAB CENTER is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility is operated by WECARE CENTERS, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 78 certified beds and approximately 69 residents (about 88% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in NEW CASTLE, Pennsylvania.

How Does Jameson Nursing And Rehab Center Compare to Other Pennsylvania Nursing Homes?

Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Pennsylvania, JAMESON NURSING AND REHAB CENTER's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.0 and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.

What Should Families Ask When Visiting Jameson Nursing And Rehab 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 Jameson Nursing And Rehab Center Safe?

Based on CMS inspection data, JAMESON NURSING AND REHAB 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 4-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 Jameson Nursing And Rehab Center Stick Around?

JAMESON NURSING AND REHAB CENTER has not reported staff turnover data to CMS. Staff turnover matters because consistent caregivers learn residents' individual needs, medications, and preferences. When staff frequently change, this institutional knowledge is lost. Families should ask the facility directly about their staff retention rates and average employee tenure.

Was Jameson Nursing And Rehab Center Ever Fined?

JAMESON NURSING AND REHAB 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 Jameson Nursing And Rehab Center on Any Federal Watch List?

JAMESON NURSING AND REHAB 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.