Scenic Wellness and Rehabilitation Center

1333 Scenic Drive · Herculaneum, MO · 63048 · 6369312995

189 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company

  • No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
  • Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.

Red flags

RN staffing in the bottom 10% nationally

0.27 registered-nurse hours per resident per day, vs a 0.58 national median and 0.75 benchmark.

Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day

2.95 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.

Score breakdown

Inspection record 30% of score 76
Serious harm & abuse 20% 94
Staffing 20% 47
Federal penalties 15% 100
Trend 10% 83
Context 5% 100

Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.

CMS ratings & staffing

Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 5 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5

Total nurse hours / resident-day2.953.48 min · 4.1 strong
RN hours / resident-day0.270.55–0.75
Weekend hours / resident-day2.52≈ weekday level
Nursing turnover / year42%median 45%
Fines (3-yr window)none

Inspection citations (15 in the current record)

  • Potential for harm · D April 11, 2025

    Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

    Corrected May 6, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D April 11, 2025

    Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

    Corrected May 6, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D April 11, 2025

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Corrected May 6, 2025 · Infection Control

  • Potential for harm · D March 1, 2024

    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Corrected April 3, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D March 1, 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 3, 2024 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · D March 1, 2024

    Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

    Corrected April 3, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Actual harm · G July 28, 2023 · found via complaint

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Corrected July 14, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · E September 22, 2022

    Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.

    Corrected November 21, 2022 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D September 22, 2022

    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 November 21, 2022 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D September 22, 2022

    Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

    Corrected November 21, 2022 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  • Potential for harm · D September 22, 2022

    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Corrected November 21, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · E September 22, 2022

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Corrected November 21, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D September 22, 2022

    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 November 21, 2022 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · D September 22, 2022

    Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

    Corrected November 21, 2022 · Environmental

  • No harm found · C September 22, 2022

    Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.

    Corrected November 21, 2022 · Resident Rights

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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 265216 · certified since February 21, 1984. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.