Elk Haven Nursing Home
785 Johnsonburg Road · Saint Marys, PA · 15857 · 8142342618
120 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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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.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.83 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.81 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.53 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 34% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $8,018 |
Inspection citations (9 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected June 18, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected June 18, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 6, 2024
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected July 10, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 6, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 10, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 6, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected July 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G May 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected May 7, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 28, 2023
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 September 19, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 28, 2023
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 September 19, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 28, 2023
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 September 19, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| May 9, 2024 | Fine | $8,018 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 395341 · certified since August 13, 1975. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.