St Francis Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare
St Francis Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare is a 3-star rated nursing home in Darby, PA with 273 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 4/5, staffing 1/5, quality measures 0/5.
The facility has 71 health violations on record. Federal fines total $482,328 across 4 enforcement actions. Most recent inspection: April 24, 2024.
Staff turnover rate: 62.5% — significantly above the national average.
Data synthesized from CMS.gov and Pennsylvania public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
Inspection History Overview
Data current as of May 6, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data
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Fines and Penalties by Year
2022 1 penalties totaling $29,097
Fine
2021 1 penalties totaling $655
Fine
2020 1 penalties totaling $3,250
Fine
2017 1 penalties totaling $449,326
Fine
Health Violations by Year
2024 2 violations
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2023 13 violations
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
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.
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
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.
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
2022 8 violations
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
2021 1 violations
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
2020 9 violations
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
2019 13 violations
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft.
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
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.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2018 11 violations
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
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.
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
2017 14 violations
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Protect each resident from mistreatment, neglect and misappropriation of personal property.
Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident .
Ensure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless medically necessary, and that incontinent patients receive proper services to prevent urinary tract infections and restore normal bladder functions.
Ensure residents maintain acceptable nutritional status.
Give each resident enough fluids to keep them healthy and prevent dehydration.
Ensure that residents are safe from serious medication errors.
Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading.
Make sure that the facility is administered in an acceptable way that maintains the well-being of each resident .
Choose a doctor to serve as the medical director to create resident care policies and coordinate medical care in the facility.
Keep accurate, complete and organized clinical records on each resident that meet professional standards.
Have enough nurses to care for every resident in a way that maximizes the resident's well being.
Keep accurate, complete and organized clinical records on each resident that meet professional standards.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Francis Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare
- What violations has St Francis Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare received?
- St Francis Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare has 71 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
- What is the quality rating of St Francis Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare?
- St Francis Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare has a 3-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This is an average rating, meeting basic quality standards. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
- When was St Francis Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare last inspected?
- Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
- Is St Francis Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare safe?
- Safety at St Francis Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
- How do I contact St Francis Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare?
- Phone: (610) 461-6510. Address: 1412 Lansdowne Avenue, Darby, PA. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
- What services does St Francis Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare offer?
- St Francis Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare is a skilled nursing facility with 273 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
- What are better facilities near Darby, PA?
- Compare St Francis Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare with other nursing homes in Darby, PA on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.
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| Facility | Rating | Violations | Beds |
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| St Francis Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare (this facility) | ★★★☆☆ | 71 | 273 |
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
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