Nashua Post Acute Care
55 Harris Road · Nashua, NH · 03062 · 6038881573
290 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Marquis Health Services
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 75 points, but Recommended is gated: CMS rates its health inspections "much below average". That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.99 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
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: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.99 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.68 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.58 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 49% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (29 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2025
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected January 9, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2025
Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).
Corrected January 19, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 9, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 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 January 9, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2025
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Corrected January 9, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E November 21, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 9, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E November 21, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 9, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E 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 9, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected November 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2024
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 November 20, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2024
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
Corrected November 21, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2024
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected November 27, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E October 10, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected November 25, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E October 10, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 22, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected November 25, 2024 · Infection Control
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No harm found · B October 10, 2024
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected November 29, 2024 · Resident Rights
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No harm found · B October 10, 2024
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected November 21, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate foot care.
Corrected August 9, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E October 6, 2023
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected November 21, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 6, 2023
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Corrected November 21, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E October 6, 2023
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected November 21, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E October 6, 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 November 21, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E October 6, 2023
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected November 1, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E October 6, 2023
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected November 1, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 6, 2023
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Corrected November 1, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 305005 · certified since November 1, 1968. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.