The Blossoms at Newport Rehab & Nursing Center
326 Lindley Lane · Newport, AR · 72112 · 8705236539
120 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: The Blossoms Rehab & Nursing Center
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
RN staffing in the bottom 10% nationally
0.16 registered-nurse hours per resident per day, vs a 0.58 national median and 0.75 benchmark.
67% 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: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.81 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.16 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.63 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 67% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $7,443 |
Inspection citations (31 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E November 7, 2024
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected December 6, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E November 7, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected December 6, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 7, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected December 6, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 7, 2024
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected December 6, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D November 7, 2024
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Corrected December 6, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F November 7, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 6, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D November 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected December 6, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E November 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected December 6, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 7, 2024 · found via complaint
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 December 6, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E November 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 6, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 3, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 8, 2023
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Corrected January 5, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 8, 2023
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected January 5, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 8, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected January 5, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E December 8, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 8, 2023
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected January 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 8, 2023
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected January 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 8, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected January 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 8, 2023
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected January 5, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E December 8, 2023
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected January 5, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 8, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 5, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 8, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 5, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D December 8, 2023
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected January 5, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · F December 8, 2023
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected January 5, 2024 · Environmental
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Actual harm · G September 28, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 29, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| September 28, 2023 | Fine | $7,443 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 045334 · certified since October 1, 1997. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.