Bangor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
103 Texas Ave · Bangor, ME · 04401 · 2079474557
60 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Covenant Health
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
Red flags
73% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.99 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.22 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.66 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 73% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $12,831 |
Inspection citations (61 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected March 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 8, 2026
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 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2026
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E January 8, 2026
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E January 8, 2026
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 8, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 8, 2026
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2026
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 February 20, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2026
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E January 8, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2026
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2026
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E January 8, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E January 8, 2026
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E January 8, 2026
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E January 8, 2026
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E January 8, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2026 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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No harm found · B January 8, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · G December 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected January 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 19, 2024
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 January 30, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected January 30, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 19, 2024
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 January 30, 2025 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| December 19, 2024 | Fine | $12,831 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 205020 · certified since March 9, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.