Nursing Homes in North Smithfield, Rhode Island
North Smithfield has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 260 beds. The city average CMS rating is 2.0 stars, which is below Rhode Island's state average of 3.1 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
0
Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
-1.07 vs state
Total Beds
260
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
1
0 under CMS review
1 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
34 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
1
exceed staffing threshold
100% of facility
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in North Smithfield
St Antoine Residence
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About Nursing Home Care in North Smithfield
In North Smithfield, RI, families seeking nursing home care will find a concerning market. The standout is St Antoine Residence, but unfortunately, this facility has serious issues, including abuse citations and a Grade F rating. Overall, the options in North Smithfield are limited and fraught with concerns, making it crucial for families to explore nearby cities for better alternatives.
If you're set on the North Smithfield area, you may want to consider checking out St Antoine Residence for its well-staffed environment. However, be prepared to face the realities of its troubling record. For a more promising experience, I strongly recommend looking in neighboring towns such as Woonsocket or Smithfield, where facilities are more likely to meet acceptable care standards.
Families should absolutely skip St Antoine Residence due to its history of abuse citations and a dismal Grade F rating. The lack of any facilities with a clean record in North Smithfield is alarming, as there are no options without serious issues. When visiting any nursing home, always ask to see the latest inspection reports and talk to current residents' families to get an honest picture of the care being provided.
North Smithfield at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 1 facility has more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • 1 facility has serious problems—check before visiting
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
- • 1 facility with abuse citations
- • City average is below state average—research carefully
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: North Smithfield is stable
Questions North Smithfield Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; North Smithfield avg is 0.57 hrs (34 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 North Smithfield facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—1 local facility has serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in North Smithfield, Rhode Island
North Smithfield, Rhode Island's Providence County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 260 beds. Families should research carefully—quality varies significantly from one facility to the next.
North Smithfield vs. Rhode Island: A Concerning Gap
North Smithfield nursing homes fall below the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 2.00 stars trails Rhode Island's statewide average of 3.07 stars by nearly 1.1 stars—a significant gap that families should take seriously. The below-average performance is somewhat surprising for a major urban area, where competition and workforce availability typically drive higher quality.
Federal inspection data reveals 1 facility classified as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, complaints, or CMS enforcement actions. Only 0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better, meaning families should be prepared to look beyond the closest option to find quality care.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In North Smithfield, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in North Smithfield
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
North Smithfield facilities average 0.57 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical North Smithfield resident receives approximately 34 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 North Smithfield facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
North Smithfield has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 0 for-profit facilities. 0 of 1 facilities are chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
North Smithfield's below-average ratings mean families may benefit from expanding their search to nearby cities. The following Rhode Island cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Providence — 7 facilities
- East Providence — 7 facilities
- Warwick — 6 facilities
- Woonsocket — 4 facilities
- Coventry — 3 facilities
- Pawtucket — 3 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in North Smithfield, Rhode Island?
North Smithfield has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 260 beds. The city average CMS rating is 2.0 stars, which is below Rhode Island's state average of 3.1 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in North Smithfield?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in North Smithfield include:
- • St Antoine Residence — Grade F, 0/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which North Smithfield nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 1 facility in North Smithfield as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on North Smithfield Nursing Homes
North Smithfield has below-average nursing home ratings. Research carefully and consider nearby cities. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing. Avoid the 1 high-risk facilities flagged in our analysis.