nursing home in Auburn, NY
The Commons on St Anthony, A S N F & Short T R C
3 St Anthony Street, Auburn, NY 13021 · (315) 253-0351
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
The Commons on St Anthony, A S N F & Short T R C at a glance
The Commons on St Anthony, A S N F & Short T R C is a 297-bed non-profit nursing home in Auburn, New York (Cayuga County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the New York average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (November 1, 2024) found 14 health citations. The New York average is 8.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $8,512.
Nursing staff turnover is 40.4% per year (state average 40.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 297
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- October 17, 1972
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Cayuga County
- CMS Certification Number
- 335382
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.07 hrs | 3.63 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.32 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.87 hrs | 2.15 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.83 hrs | 3.18 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40.4% | 40.3% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 37.9% | 39.8% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 14 | 8 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 6 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 47 | 62.2 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | New York 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) | $8,512 | $23,070 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 297 | 188 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 291 | 168 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 98% | 90.5% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.3% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.8% | 6.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 7.3% | 13.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.8% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| 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) | 11.7% | 14.1% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.6% | 12.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.5% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 8% | 19.5% | 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) | 12.2% | 13.2% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 30.2% | 19.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99.3% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.4% | 91.5% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.1% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 79.7% | 78.8% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 86% | 77.4% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 25 health deficiencies and 10 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 2, 2026 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 6, 2026 |
| November 1, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 30, 2024 |
| November 1, 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 December 30, 2024 |
| November 1, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 30, 2024 |
| November 1, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0563 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 30, 2024 |
| November 1, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 30, 2024 |
| November 1, 2024 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 30, 2024 |
| November 1, 2024 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 30, 2024 |
| November 1, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 30, 2024 |
| November 1, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 30, 2024 |
| November 1, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 30, 2024 |
| November 1, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 30, 2024 |
| November 1, 2024 Complaint | 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 December 30, 2024 |
| November 1, 2024 Standard | Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0568 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 30, 2024 |
| November 1, 2024 Complaint | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 30, 2024 |
| November 1, 2024 Standard | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0576 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected December 30, 2024 |
| November 1, 2024 Standard | Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0570 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected December 30, 2024 |
| March 6, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 2, 2024 |
| March 6, 2024 Complaint | Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0836 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 2, 2024 |
| March 6, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 2, 2024 |
| December 20, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 10, 2023 |
| December 20, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 10, 2023 |
| December 20, 2022 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 10, 2023 |
| December 20, 2022 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 10, 2023 |
| December 20, 2022 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 10, 2023 |
| December 20, 2022 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 10, 2023 |
| December 20, 2022 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 10, 2023 |
| March 5, 2020 Fire safety | Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0133 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 1, 2020 |
| March 5, 2020 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 30, 2020 |
| March 5, 2020 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2020 |
| March 5, 2020 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2020 |
| March 5, 2020 Standard | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 30, 2020 |
| March 5, 2020 Standard | 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2020 |
| March 5, 2020 Standard | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2020 |
| March 5, 2020 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 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 $8,512 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 6, 2024 | Fine | $8,512 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| LORETTO MANAGEMENT CORP Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/2014 |
| MURRAY, JOHN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2014 |
| TOWNSEND, KIMBERLY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2014 |
| MURRAY, JOHN Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2014 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Commons on St Anthony, A S N F & Short T R C's rating?
The Commons on St Anthony, A S N F & Short T R C has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for New York nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did The Commons on St Anthony, A S N F & Short T R C receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 14 citations, compared with a New York average of 8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does The Commons on St Anthony, A S N F & Short T R C 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 The Commons on St Anthony, A S N F & Short T R C?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is The Commons on St Anthony, A S N F & Short T R C and how do I contact it?
The Commons on St Anthony, A S N F & Short T R C is at 3 St Anthony Street, Auburn, NY 13021. Phone: (315) 253-0351.
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.