nursing home in Bardstown, KY

Signature Healthcare at Colonial Rehab & Wellness

708 Bartley Avenue, Bardstown, KY 40004 · (502) 348-9260

★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★1
  • Staffing★★★★★4
  • Quality measures★★★★★4

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Signature Healthcare at Colonial Rehab & Wellness at a glance

Signature Healthcare at Colonial Rehab & Wellness is a 65-bed for-profit nursing home in Bardstown, Kentucky (Nelson County).

CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Kentucky average of 3.

Residents receive about 3.8 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (August 21, 2025) found 0 health citations. The Kentucky average is 2.8.

Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $67,987.

Nursing staff turnover is 25% per year (state average 46.4%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
65
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Signature Healthcare
Medicare-certified since
July 1, 1992
Resident/family council
Both
County
Nelson County
CMS Certification Number
185342

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityKentucky avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 53 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 53 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 52.7 / 52.9 / 5Better
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53.2 / 53.6 / 5Average
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 53.6 / 53.8 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)3 / 52.7 / 53.3 / 5Average

Staffing

This facility3.81 hrsKentucky average3.95 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Kentucky and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityKentucky avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.81 hrs3.95 hrs3.86 hrsAverage
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.12 hrs0.79 hrs0.69 hrsBetter
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.27 hrs2.36 hrs2.32 hrsAverage
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.12 hrs3.49 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)25%46.4%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)9.1%41.8%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility0Kentucky average3U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Kentucky and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityKentucky avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)039Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)013Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)7640.480.6Better

Penalties

This facility1Kentucky average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Kentucky and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityKentucky avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)111Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$67,987$15,373$30,972Worse
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)111Average

Size

MeasureThis facilityKentucky avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds6595107
Average residents per day548286
Occupancy83.4%87.1%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility6%Kentucky average3.9%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Kentucky and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityKentucky avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)6%3.9%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)3.9%4.8%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)2.7%16.1%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)1.1%1.6%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.4%0.5%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)12.4%13.8%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)6.6%14%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)2.8%6.6%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)21.6%17.7%12.8%Worse
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)32.2%29.8%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)15.3%19%19%Better
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)94.5%94.3%93.6%Average

Short-stay residents

This facility0%Kentucky average1.7%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Kentucky and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityKentucky avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)0%1.7%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)87.1%83.5%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)96.6%84%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 6 health deficiencies and 10 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 3 rated "immediate jeopardy".

DateCitationSeverityStatus
August 21, 2025
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 20, 2025
August 21, 2025
Fire safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 20, 2025
August 21, 2025
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 20, 2025
July 11, 2024
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 18, 2024
July 11, 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 June 18, 2024
July 11, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 18, 2024
July 11, 2024
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
K
Immediate jeopardy, pattern
Corrected July 12, 2024
July 11, 2024
Standard
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
K
Immediate jeopardy, pattern
Corrected July 12, 2024
July 11, 2024
Complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760
J
Immediate jeopardy, isolated
Corrected July 12, 2024
July 11, 2024
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 12, 2024
May 14, 2021
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 8, 2021
May 14, 2021
Fire safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 8, 2021
May 14, 2021
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 8, 2021
May 14, 2021
Fire safety
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0500
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 8, 2021
May 14, 2021
Standard
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 8, 2021
May 14, 2021
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 8, 2021

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 $67,987 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
July 11, 2024Fine$67,987

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
SHC LP HOLDINGS LLC
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%12/01/2015
ASBR HOLDINGS LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—05/01/2018
JJLA LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—12/01/2015
LPSNF LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—12/01/2015
STEIER III, ELMER
Individual
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—12/01/2015
WHEATEN LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—12/01/2015
HARRISON, JOHN
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2007
ONONYE, OBINNA
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE02/24/2024

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Frequently asked questions

What is Signature Healthcare at Colonial Rehab & Wellness's rating?

Signature Healthcare at Colonial Rehab & Wellness has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Kentucky nursing homes is 3 stars.

How many inspection citations did Signature Healthcare at Colonial Rehab & Wellness receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Kentucky average of 2.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Signature Healthcare at Colonial Rehab & Wellness 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 Signature Healthcare at Colonial Rehab & Wellness?

It is for profit - corporation and part of Signature Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Signature Healthcare at Colonial Rehab & Wellness and how do I contact it?

Signature Healthcare at Colonial Rehab & Wellness is at 708 Bartley Avenue, Bardstown, KY 40004. Phone: (502) 348-9260.

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.