nursing home in Saint Catharine, KY
Sansbury Care Center
2625 Bardstown Road, Saint Catharine, KY 40061 · (859) 336-3974
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Sansbury Care Center at a glance
Sansbury Care Center is a 48-bed non-profit nursing home in Saint Catharine, Kentucky (Washington County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Kentucky average of 3.
Residents receive about 5.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 2, 2025) found 1 health citation. The Kentucky average is 2.8.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $5,346.
Nursing staff turnover is 31.7% per year (state average 46.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Church Related
- Beds
- 48
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- August 19, 1991
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Washington County
- CMS Certification Number
- 185297
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.92 hrs | 3.95 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.83 hrs | 0.79 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.20 hrs | 2.36 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.04 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 31.7% | 46.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 27.3% | 41.8% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 14 | 40.4 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $5,346 | $15,373 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 48 | 95 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 39 | 82 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 81.7% | 87.1% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 6.5% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.9% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 31% | 16.1% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 7.2% | 1.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 33.3% | 13.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 12.9% | 14% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.9% | 6.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.7% | 17.7% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 18.5% | 29.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 23.5% | 19% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 96.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97% | 94.3% | 93.6% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 5 health deficiencies and 6 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 2, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 7, 2025 |
| July 2, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 7, 2025 |
| July 2, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 30, 2025 |
| August 8, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 16, 2024 |
| August 8, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| August 8, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 19, 2024 |
| August 8, 2024 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 1, 2024 |
| December 5, 2019 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 6, 2020 |
| December 5, 2019 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2020 |
| December 5, 2019 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2020 |
| December 5, 2019 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2020 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $5,346 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 8, 2024 | Fine | $5,346 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SANSBURY CARE CENTER, INC. Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/28/2008 |
| GUTHRIE, GAYLE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/28/2008 |
| MEDLEY, DONNA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/28/2008 |
| MELIA, JAMES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/11/2013 |
| RULE, ROSEMARY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/28/2008 |
| GUTHRIE, GAYLE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/28/2008 |
| MELIA, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/11/2013 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sansbury Care Center's rating?
Sansbury Care Center has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Kentucky nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Sansbury Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Kentucky average of 2.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sansbury Care Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Sansbury Care Center?
It is non profit - church related. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Sansbury Care Center and how do I contact it?
Sansbury Care Center is at 2625 Bardstown Road, Saint Catharine, KY 40061. Phone: (859) 336-3974.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.