Tockwotton on the Waterfront
500 Waterfront Drive · East Providence, RI · 02914 · 4012725280
52 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.96 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.17 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.23 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 36% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $8,628 |
Inspection citations (12 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G February 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected March 1, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected March 1, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F February 13, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 7, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 13, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 13, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 29, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected March 15, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 29, 2024
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected March 15, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F January 13, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 10, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 13, 2023
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected February 10, 2023 · Environmental
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 13, 2025 | Fine | $8,628 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 415113 · certified since January 1, 1992. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.