SeniorCareRanked
Maryland/CHESTERTOWN
13
Very Poor

CHESTERTOWN NURSING AND REHAB

415 MORGNEC ROAD, CHESTERTOWN, MD 21620
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

CHESTERTOWN NURSING AND REHAB is a 92-bed for profit - limited liability company nursing home located in CHESTERTOWN, Maryland. It has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 13 out of 100, indicating below-average quality and potential concerns. Staff turnover is 57.3% — significantly higher than the national average of ~40%. This facility has received 1 fine(s) totaling $3,418. 41 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the KEY HEALTH MANAGEMENT chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score13/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating1/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day3.2 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.75 hrs (↑ Better than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover57% (↓ Worse than avg 40%)
Deficiencies41 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • Abuse icon flagged by CMS
  • 1 fine(s) totaling $3,418
  • 1 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day3.2
RN hours/resident/day0.75
Staff turnover57.3%
RN turnover69.2%

Facility Information

Beds92
Avg residents89.6
OwnershipFor profit - Limited Liability company
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
ChainKEY HEALTH MANAGEMENT
Deficiencies (last inspection)41
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting CHESTERTOWN NURSING AND REHAB

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

Count staff vs. residents during your visit

CHESTERTOWN NURSING AND REHAB reports 3.2 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

Ask about staff consistency

With 57.3% staff turnover (above the ~40% national average), ask: "Will my family member see the same caregivers regularly, or does staff rotate frequently?" Consistent caregivers notice changes in health sooner.

Ask about their most recent inspection

41 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.