Rutland Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
46 Nichols Street · Rutland, VT · 05701 · 8027752941
103 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Allaire Health Services
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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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.
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
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.86 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.76 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.41 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 46% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $32,708 |
Inspection citations (11 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G August 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected August 29, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Actual harm · G June 19, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 19, 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 August 3, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F June 19, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 3, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D June 19, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 3, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F June 19, 2025
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected August 3, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D September 13, 2023 · 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 October 13, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 13, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected October 13, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E July 25, 2023 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 8, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 22, 2023
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected May 6, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 22, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 6, 2023 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| June 19, 2025 | Fine | $8,788 |
| June 19, 2025 | Fine | $23,920 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 475039 · certified since October 1, 1991. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.