SENA KEAN NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Sena Kean Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has a Trust Grade of C, which means it is average and in the middle of the pack for nursing homes. It ranks #228 out of 653 facilities in Pennsylvania, placing it in the top half, but only #4 out of 6 in McKean County, indicating that there are better local options. The facility is improving, with the number of identified issues decreasing from 7 in 2024 to 5 in 2025. However, staffing is a concern, rated at 2 out of 5 stars, with a turnover rate of 56%, higher than the state average. The facility has accumulated a significant $102,666 in fines, which is concerning and suggests ongoing compliance issues. While RN coverage is average, the facility has been noted for some concerning incidents, such as failing to follow proper infection control practices for a resident with a gastric tube and not adequately addressing resident grievances over several months. Additionally, there were issues with incomplete documentation regarding wound care for multiple residents, which raises questions about the quality of care. Overall, while there are notable strengths, families should be aware of these weaknesses when considering Sena Kean Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for their loved ones.
- Trust Score
- C
- In Pennsylvania
- #228/653
- Safety Record
- Moderate
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 56% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ○ Average
- $102,666 in fines. Higher than 68% of Pennsylvania facilities. Some compliance issues.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 27 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Pennsylvania. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 17 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
10pts above Pennsylvania avg (46%)
Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity
Well above median ($33,413)
Significant penalties indicating serious issues
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
8 points above Pennsylvania average of 48%
The Ugly 17 deficiencies on record
Apr 2025
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0559
(Tag F0559)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on review of facility policies and documents, and clinical records, and resident and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to provide written notification to the resident,...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0578
(Tag F0578)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of facility policy, clinical records, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on review facility policy and clinical records, observation, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide appropriate suprapubic urinary catheter (tubing inserted d...
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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 review of clinical records, observations, and resident and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to provide oxygen according to physician's orders and failed to promote...
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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 review of facility policy, observations, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that food was stored in accordance with standards for food safety in two of ...
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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 record and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that physician's orders were followed for one of six residents reviewed for catheters (Res...
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May 2024
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0655
(Tag F0655)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of facility policy and clinical records, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to prov...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0658
(Tag F0658)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on review of facility policy and clinical record, observation, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure medications were consumed for one of seven residents rev...
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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 review of facility policy, observations, and staff interviews it was determined that the facility failed to appropriately discard outdated medications for one of three medication carts review...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on review of facility policy, observation, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to follow acceptable infection control practices regarding enhanced barrier precaution...
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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
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 ensure that known medication allergies were verified prior to the administration of a medication...
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Jan 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
Deficiency F0565
(Tag F0565)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on review of facility policy and resident council minutes, and resident and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to respond to resident concerns and grievances identified...
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Jul 2023
4 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
Based on review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS - federally mandated standardized assessment conducted at specific intervals to plan resident care) and the October 2019 Resident Assessment Instrument Use...
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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
Based on review of facility policy and clinical records, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to develop a comprehensive care plan for one of 24 residents reviewed (Resident...
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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 F0691
(Tag F0691)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on review of clinical records, family/resident interview, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure essential urostomy (a surgical opening into the abdomen direct...
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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 review of facility policy and clinical records, observations, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to provide oxygen for one of four residents reviewed for respira...
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Jul 2023
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
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on review of clinical records and facility policy, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to have complete and accurate documentation regarding wound dressing changes i...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Why is there high staff turnover? How do you retain staff?"
- "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.
- • 17 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
- • $102,666 in fines. Extremely high, among the most fined facilities in Pennsylvania. Major compliance failures.
- • Grade C (55/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
- • 56% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
About This Facility
What is Sena Kean's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns SENA KEAN NURSING AND REHABILITATION 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 Sena Kean Staffed?
CMS rates SENA KEAN NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER's staffing level at 2 out of 5 stars, which is below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 56%, which is 10 percentage points above the Pennsylvania average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs. RN turnover specifically is 56%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.
What Have Inspectors Found at Sena Kean?
State health inspectors documented 17 deficiencies at SENA KEAN NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER during 2023 to 2025. These included: 17 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Sena Kean?
SENA KEAN NURSING 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 IMPERIAL HEALTHCARE GROUP, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 152 certified beds and approximately 110 residents (about 72% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in SMETHPORT, Pennsylvania.
How Does Sena Kean Compare to Other Pennsylvania Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Pennsylvania, SENA KEAN NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.0, staff turnover (56%) is significantly higher than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Sena Kean?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "How do you ensure continuity of care given staff turnover, and what is your staff retention strategy?" "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?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's high staff turnover rate and the below-average staffing rating.
Is Sena Kean Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, SENA KEAN NURSING 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 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 Sena Kean Stick Around?
Staff turnover at SENA KEAN NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER is high. At 56%, the facility is 10 percentage points above the Pennsylvania average of 46%. Registered Nurse turnover is particularly concerning at 56%. RNs handle complex medical decisions and coordinate care — frequent RN changes can directly impact care quality. High turnover means new staff may not know residents' individual needs, medications, or preferences. It can also be disorienting for residents, especially those with dementia who rely on familiar faces. Families should ask: What is causing the turnover? What retention programs are in place? How do you ensure care continuity during staff transitions?
Was Sena Kean Ever Fined?
SENA KEAN NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER has been fined $102,666 across 1 penalty action. This is 3.0x the Pennsylvania average of $34,106. Fines at this level are uncommon and typically indicate a pattern of serious deficiencies, repeated violations, or failure to correct problems promptly. CMS reserves penalties of this magnitude for facilities that pose significant, documented risk to resident health or safety. Families should request specific documentation of what issues led to these fines and what systemic changes have been implemented.
Is Sena Kean on Any Federal Watch List?
SENA KEAN NURSING 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.