JOHN PAUL II NURSING HOME
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
John Paul II Nursing Home in Kenedy, Texas, has received a Trust Grade of A+, indicating it is an elite facility with exceptional quality. It ranks #75 out of 1,168 nursing homes in Texas, placing it in the top half, and is the best option among the three facilities in Karnes County. However, the facility is currently experiencing a worsening trend, with issues increasing from one in 2024 to three in 2025. While staffing is relatively stable with a turnover rate of 23%, which is significantly lower than the Texas average, there are some concerns; for example, the facility failed to conduct required performance reviews for its Certified Nursing Assistants, which could impact the quality of care. Additionally, there were issues related to food safety, such as improperly dated food items in the kitchen, and insufficient training for staff on quality assurance practices, which could affect resident safety and care quality.
- Trust Score
- A+
- In Texas
- #75/1168
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ✓ Good
- 23% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 25 points below Texas's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Texas facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 24 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Texas. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ○ Average
- 9 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Low Staff Turnover (23%) · Staff stability means consistent care
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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 is low (23%)
25 points below Texas average of 48%
Facility shows strength in quality measures, staff retention, fire safety.
The Bad
No Significant Concerns Identified
This facility shows no red flags. Among Texas's 100 nursing homes, only 1% achieve this.
The Ugly 9 deficiencies on record
Sept 2025
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews and record reviews the facility failed to ensure all alleged violations involving abuse, neglect, exploitati...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Investigate Abuse
(Tag F0610)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews, and record reviews the facility failed to have evidence all allegations of an injury of unknown with seriou...
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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 observations, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to store all drugs and biologicals in locked compartments under proper temperature controls and permit only authorized personn...
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Aug 2024
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0813
(Tag F0813)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, interviews and record review, the facility failed to maintain and ensure safe and sanitary storage of residents' food items for 1 of 5 residents' (Resident #7) refrigerators rev...
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Jun 2023
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0583
(Tag F0583)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents have a right to personal privacy for...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0730
(Tag F0730)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to conduct a performance review at least once every 12 months and provide regular in-service education based on the outcome of these reviews f...
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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
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to store, prepare, distribute, and serve food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety for 1 of 1 kitch...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0944
(Tag F0944)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on interviews and record reviews, the facility failed to ensure Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) training that outlines and informs staff of the elements and goals of the fac...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0949
(Tag F0949)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to provide mandatory effective behavioral health training for 16 of 16 employees (RA F, NA G, NA H, NA I, NA J, NA K, LVN L, RN M, LVN N, LVN ...
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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+ (95/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Texas.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Texas facilities.
- • 23% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 25 points below Texas's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is John Paul Ii's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns JOHN PAUL II NURSING HOME an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Texas, 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 John Paul Ii Staffed?
CMS rates JOHN PAUL II NURSING HOME's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 23%, compared to the Texas average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at John Paul Ii?
State health inspectors documented 9 deficiencies at JOHN PAUL II NURSING HOME during 2023 to 2025. These included: 9 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates John Paul Ii?
JOHN PAUL II NURSING HOME 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 58 certified beds and approximately 38 residents (about 66% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in KENEDY, Texas.
How Does John Paul Ii Compare to Other Texas Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Texas, JOHN PAUL II NURSING HOME's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.8, staff turnover (23%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting John Paul Ii?
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 John Paul Ii Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, JOHN PAUL II NURSING HOME 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 Texas. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at John Paul Ii Stick Around?
Staff at JOHN PAUL II NURSING HOME tend to stick around. With a turnover rate of 23%, the facility is 23 percentage points below the Texas average of 46%. Low turnover is a positive sign. It means caregivers have time to learn each resident's needs, medications, and personal preferences. Consistent staff also notice subtle changes in a resident's condition more quickly.
Was John Paul Ii Ever Fined?
JOHN PAUL II NURSING HOME 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 John Paul Ii on Any Federal Watch List?
JOHN PAUL II NURSING HOME 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.