Chautauqua Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
10836 Temple Road · Dunkirk, NY · 14048 · 7163666400
216 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
Red flags
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.84 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
No standard inspection in over 2 years
The inspection record here is older than usual — conditions may have changed since.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 5 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.84 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.46 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.38 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 45% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $8,926 |
Inspection citations (10 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected May 3, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected May 3, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 24, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 1, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected January 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 1, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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No harm found · C December 1, 2023
Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.
Corrected January 30, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D October 1, 2021
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected November 25, 2021 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 1, 2021
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected November 25, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 18, 2019
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected March 19, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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No harm found · B January 18, 2019
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected March 19, 2019 · Resident Rights
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 8, 2024 | Fine | $2,634 |
| January 2, 2024 | Fine | $2,098 |
| December 11, 2023 | Fine | $4,194 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 335485 · certified since July 1, 1976. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.