MISERICORDIA NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Misericordia Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has received an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating a high level of care and reliability. They rank #86 out of 653 facilities in Pennsylvania, placing them in the top half, and #2 out of 14 in York County, meaning only one local option is better. The facility is improving, with issues decreasing from two in 2023 to one in 2024. Staffing is rated 4 out of 5 stars, but the turnover rate is 51%, which is average for the state. Notably, there have been no fines, which is a positive sign. However, there have been concerns about care plans not being comprehensive for some residents, and issues with food safety and urinary catheter care that could pose health risks. Overall, while there are strengths like high ratings and no fines, families should be aware of the specific areas where the facility needs improvement.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Pennsylvania
- #86/653
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 51% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Pennsylvania facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 44 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.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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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
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Pennsylvania avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
The Ugly 3 deficiencies on record
Aug 2024
1 deficiency
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 facility policy review, clinical record review, observations, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure residents receive appropriate urinary catheter care and...
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Oct 2023
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on review of facility policy, observations, staff interviews, and record review, the facility failed to develop and implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan for five of 16 resident re...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, review of facility policy, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to store and s...
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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.
- • Only 3 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 Misericordia Nursing & Rehabilitation Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns MISERICORDIA NURSING & 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 Misericordia Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Staffed?
CMS rates MISERICORDIA NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 51%, compared to the Pennsylvania average of 46%. RN turnover specifically is 64%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.
What Have Inspectors Found at Misericordia Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
State health inspectors documented 3 deficiencies at MISERICORDIA NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER during 2023 to 2024. These included: 3 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Misericordia Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
MISERICORDIA NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER 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 50 certified beds and approximately 47 residents (about 94% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in YORK, Pennsylvania.
How Does Misericordia Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Compare to Other Pennsylvania Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Pennsylvania, MISERICORDIA NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.0, staff turnover (51%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Misericordia Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
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 Misericordia Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, MISERICORDIA NURSING & 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 Misericordia Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Stick Around?
MISERICORDIA NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 51%, 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 Misericordia Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Ever Fined?
MISERICORDIA NURSING & 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 Misericordia Nursing & Rehabilitation Center on Any Federal Watch List?
MISERICORDIA NURSING & 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.