Robert Packer Hospital Skilled Care and Rehabilit
91 Hospital Drive · Towanda, PA · 18848 · 5702682239
68 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Guthrie Hospital-based
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Red flags
Weekends run noticeably short-staffed
Weekend staffing is 74% of the overall level. Visit on a Saturday or Sunday before deciding.
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: 3 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.62 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.75 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.67 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 23% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $32,530 |
Inspection citations (18 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 13, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 30, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 13, 2026
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected January 30, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 13, 2026
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected January 28, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 13, 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 January 30, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 13, 2026
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected January 30, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 13, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 28, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E January 13, 2026
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Corrected January 30, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 13, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2025
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected March 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F February 12, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 4, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Actual harm · G January 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 8, 2024
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Corrected April 17, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 8, 2024
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected April 17, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 8, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected April 17, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 8, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 17, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 8, 2024
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected April 17, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 8, 2024
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 April 17, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 8, 2024
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected April 17, 2024 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 6, 2025 | Fine | $32,530 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 395333 · certified since December 1, 1975. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.