Nightingale Nursing and Rehab Center
607 East 26th Street · Erie, PA · 16504 · 8144590621
139 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.76 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.48 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.33 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 60% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (11 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 2026
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected March 27, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E February 20, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected March 27, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 2026
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected March 27, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 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 March 27, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E November 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected December 30, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 19, 2025 · found via complaint
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected December 17, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected April 3, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 28, 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 April 3, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 29, 2024
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected April 1, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 29, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 1, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 395042 · certified since January 1, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.