Dubois Nursing Home
212 S. Eighth St. · Dubois, PA · 15801 · 8143759100
140 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- 4 citations involved actual harm to residents.
Red flags
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.62 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.62 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.21 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 57% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $17,225 |
Inspection citations (43 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 30, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 10, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 3, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 7, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 3, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 7, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected March 10, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Corrected March 10, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2026 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected March 10, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · G January 2, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected January 28, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · G January 2, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 28, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2025 · found via complaint
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 28, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected June 24, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected June 24, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected June 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 15, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2025
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 June 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2025
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Corrected June 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2025
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected June 24, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E May 15, 2025
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected June 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 15, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected June 24, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected June 24, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2025
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected June 24, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 24, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2025
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected June 24, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D August 27, 2024 · 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 September 6, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected August 16, 2024 · 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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| April 10, 2024 | Fine | $8,401 |
| January 11, 2024 | Fine | $8,824 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 395430 · certified since February 1, 1979. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.