Wake Robin-Linden Nursing Home

200 Wake Robin Drive, Shelburne, VT 05482 (802) 264-5100
Non profit - Corporation 33 Beds Independent Data: November 2025
Trust Grade
85/100
#5 of 33 in VT
Last Inspection: October 2024

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

Overview

Wake Robin-Linden Nursing Home in Shelburne, Vermont, has a Trust Grade of B+, indicating it is above average and generally recommended for families considering care options. It ranks #5 out of 33 facilities in Vermont, placing it in the top half, and #1 of 5 in Chittenden County, meaning it is the best option locally. The facility is improving, having reduced issues from one in 2023 to none in 2024. Staffing is a strength, with a perfect 5/5 star rating and good RN coverage that exceeds 84% of state facilities, although turnover is a bit high at 65%, which is average. Notably, there have been no fines, which is a positive sign, but there are some concerns, such as a lack of documented choices for residents regarding emergency life support and issues related to food allergies, which could pose risks.

Trust Score
B+
85/100
In Vermont
#5/33
Top 15%
Safety Record
Low Risk
No red flags
Inspections
Getting Better
1 → 0 violations
Staff Stability
⚠ Watch
65% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
Penalties
✓ Good
No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Vermont facilities.
Skilled Nurses
✓ Good
Each resident gets 92 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of Vermont nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
Violations
✓ Good
Only 3 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
★★★★★
5.0
Overall Rating
★★★★★
5.0
Staff Levels
★★★★☆
4.0
Care Quality
★★★★★
5.0
Inspection Score
Stable
2023: 1 issues
2024: 0 issues

The Good

  • 5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
  • 4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
  • Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
  • No fines on record

Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.

The Bad

Staff Turnover: 65%

19pts above Vermont avg (46%)

Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity

Staff turnover is elevated (65%)

17 points above Vermont average of 48%

The Ugly 3 deficiencies on record

Aug 2023 1 deficiency
MINOR (C)

Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact

Deficiency F0730 (Tag F0730)

Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents

Based on staff interview and record review, the facility failed to complete a performance review at least once every 12 months for every Licensed Nurse Assistant (LNA) and then must provide regular in...

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Based on staff interview and record review, the facility failed to complete a performance review at least once every 12 months for every Licensed Nurse Assistant (LNA) and then must provide regular in-service education based on the outcome of these reviews for 5 of 5 LNA's in the sample. Findings include: During review of a random selection of 5 employee personnel files, 5 of 5 LNA files reviewed did not have evidence of annual performance review within the last 12 months. Per interview on 8/1/23 at 11:00AM, the Administrator confirmed that the facility had not conducted the required performance reviews for the LNA's.
Jun 2022 2 deficiencies
CONCERN (D)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Deficiency F0678 (Tag F0678)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, and staff interviews, the facility failed to have appropriate policies directing staff when...

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**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, and staff interviews, the facility failed to have appropriate policies directing staff when to initiate basic life support by not ensuring documentation of a resident and their representative's choice to have emergency basic life support immediately when needed for one of twelve sampled residents (Resident #2). Findings include: Per review of Resident #2's physician's orders, care plan, and resident face sheet, in both the electronic medical record and paper medical chart, on [DATE], there was no indication of the resident or their representative's choice whether to have life sustaining treatment when needed. The facility policy CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) states: In the event of a cardiac or pulmonary arrest, Wake [NAME] provides CPR according to physician orders and resident wishes. Residents requesting CPR have documentation behind the Advance Directive tab in his/her chart. Per interview on [DATE] at 12:46 PM, a registered nurse (RN) stated that Resident #2's code status was CPR according to his/her assignment sheet. When asked how s/he would know the code status of this resident if s/he couldn't find the assignment sheet s/he said s/he would look at the resident's face sheet, physician's orders, or the Clinician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (COLST) form located under the advance directive tab. This RN confirmed Resident #2 did not have this information in their electronic record or paper medical chart. A list of residents titled Full codes (residents to receive CPR when needed) dated [DATE], was discovered during this interview on the cabinet where residents' paper medical charts were located. Resident #2's name was not on this list. This nurse confirmed that s/he should be on this list. Per interview on [DATE] at 12:59 PM, the Director of Nursing (DON) stated that a resident's code status would always be in the resident's chart on the face sheet and on the COLST form. S/he confirmed that there was no documentation for Resident #2 addressing resuscitation status present on their face sheet and that the resident did not have a COLST form. The DON confirmed the Full code sheet was not up to date. Per interview on [DATE] at 2:25 PM with the Medical Director, s/he stated that Resident #2 has been at the facility over a year without a completed COLST form. Per interview on [DATE] at 2:52 PM with the Director of Social Services, s/he stated it would be the physician's responsibility to determine the code status if it wasn't decided by the family or resident. It would be social services responsibility to enter the information into the resident's medical record but would not do it until s/he had a physician's order. S/he confirmed that Resident #2 did not have an order for CPR in their record.
CONCERN (D)

Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed

Medical Records (Tag F0842)

Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident

Based on staff interview and record review the facility failed to ensure resident allergies were consistently identified throughout the resident's medical record for one of three residents sampled (Re...

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Based on staff interview and record review the facility failed to ensure resident allergies were consistently identified throughout the resident's medical record for one of three residents sampled (Resident #6). Findings include: Per record review Resident #6's Physicians Orders lists allergies of raw apples, raw pitted fruit, and Aleve. These allergies are also listed in the resident's medication administration record. Per the Guidelines for Daily Care (tool used to inform Licensed Nursing Assistants (LNAs) of each resident's specific care needs) lists Allergies as Raw Apples, Raw Pitted Fruits, Aleve Review of Resident #6's care plan date 4/11/2022 reflects that she/he may need an epi [epinephrine] pen may have life threatening allergic reaction to peanuts and hazelnuts or pitted fruits. The care plan also states I need my nurses to know how to use my epi pen. I need my aides to make sure I am not fed any of the foods I am allergic to. and the care plan goal states My goal is to not have any exposure to the foods that I am allergic to, and avoid having life threatening allergic reaction. During interview on 6/22/2022 at approximately 1:15 PM when asked how staff would identify a residents allergies, she/he stated that they would review the Diet Sheets provided by the the dietary department. However, she/he did confirm that the peanut and hazelnut allergies were not listed consistently between the physicians orders, care plan, and Guidelines for Daily Care.
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

  • "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

Strengths
  • • Grade B+ (85/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Vermont.
  • • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
  • • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Vermont facilities.
  • • Only 3 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
Concerns
  • • 65% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
Bottom line: Generally positive indicators. Standard due diligence and a personal visit recommended.

About This Facility

What is Wake Robin-Linden Nursing Home's CMS Rating?

CMS assigns Wake Robin-Linden Nursing Home an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Vermont, 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 Wake Robin-Linden Nursing Home Staffed?

CMS rates Wake Robin-Linden Nursing Home's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 65%, which is 19 percentage points above the Vermont average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs.

What Have Inspectors Found at Wake Robin-Linden Nursing Home?

State health inspectors documented 3 deficiencies at Wake Robin-Linden Nursing Home during 2022 to 2023. These included: 2 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.

Who Owns and Operates Wake Robin-Linden Nursing Home?

Wake Robin-Linden 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 33 certified beds and approximately 27 residents (about 82% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in Shelburne, Vermont.

How Does Wake Robin-Linden Nursing Home Compare to Other Vermont Nursing Homes?

Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Vermont, Wake Robin-Linden Nursing Home's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.8, staff turnover (65%) is significantly higher than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.

What Should Families Ask When Visiting Wake Robin-Linden Nursing Home?

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 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 facility's high staff turnover rate.

Is Wake Robin-Linden Nursing Home Safe?

Based on CMS inspection data, Wake Robin-Linden 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 Vermont. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.

Do Nurses at Wake Robin-Linden Nursing Home Stick Around?

Staff turnover at Wake Robin-Linden Nursing Home is high. At 65%, the facility is 19 percentage points above the Vermont average of 46%. 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 Wake Robin-Linden Nursing Home Ever Fined?

Wake Robin-Linden 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 Wake Robin-Linden Nursing Home on Any Federal Watch List?

Wake Robin-Linden 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.