Signature Healthcare of Kinston
907 Cunningham Road · Kinston, NC · 28501 · 2525275146
106 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Signature Healthcare
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
61% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.73 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.46 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.13 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 61% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $11,638 |
Inspection citations (21 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 9, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected January 2, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 9, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected January 5, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 9, 2025
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected January 5, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 9, 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 January 5, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected January 5, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected January 5, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · F December 9, 2025 · found via complaint
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 5, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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No harm found · B December 9, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected January 2, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 17, 2024
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected November 12, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 17, 2024
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected November 12, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 17, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected November 12, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 17, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected November 12, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 17, 2024
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected November 12, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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No harm found · B October 17, 2024 · 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 November 12, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Actual harm · G July 13, 2023 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Corrected August 7, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 13, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected August 7, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E July 13, 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 August 7, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 13, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 7, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 13, 2023
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected August 7, 2023 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E July 13, 2023 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected August 7, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 13, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected August 7, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| July 13, 2023 | Fine | $11,638 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 345365 · certified since May 2, 1991. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.