SeniorCareRanked
23
Very Poor

Durham Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

411 S Lasalle Street, Durham, NC 27705
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

Durham Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a 126-bed for profit - limited liability company nursing home located in Durham, North Carolina. It has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 23 out of 100, indicating below-average quality and potential concerns. Staff turnover is 54.8% — significantly higher than the national average of ~40%. This facility has received 3 fine(s) totaling $129,754. 4 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the LIFEWORKS REHAB chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score23/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating2/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day1.8 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.24 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover55% (↓ Worse than avg 40%)
Deficiencies4 (= Average than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • 3 fine(s) totaling $129,754
  • 3 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day1.8
RN hours/resident/day0.24
Staff turnover54.8%
RN turnover81.8%

Facility Information

Beds126
Avg residents85
OwnershipFor profit - Limited Liability company
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
ChainLIFEWORKS REHAB
Deficiencies (last inspection)4
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting Durham Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

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

Durham Nursing & Rehabilitation Center reports 1.8 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 54.8% 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

4 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.