Auburn Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
139 Pearl Street · Auburn, KY · 42206 · 2705424111
66 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (2 citations).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
2 immediate-jeopardy citations in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
86% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.20 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.42 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.77 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 86% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $24,850 |
Inspection citations (19 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J March 7, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 13, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Immediate jeopardy · J March 7, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Corrected March 13, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F September 12, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E September 12, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F September 12, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F September 12, 2025
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Administration
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No harm found · C September 12, 2025
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 25, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D April 22, 2022
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected May 13, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 22, 2022
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected May 13, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 17, 2020
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected February 22, 2020 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 17, 2020
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected February 22, 2020 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 17, 2020
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected February 22, 2020 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 17, 2020
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
Corrected February 22, 2020 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 17, 2020
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected February 22, 2020 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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No harm found · C January 17, 2020
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected February 22, 2020 · Resident Rights
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 7, 2026 | Fine | $12,425 |
| March 7, 2026 | Fine | $12,425 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 185049 · certified since March 30, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.