nursing home in Kinston, NC
Signature Healthcare of Kinston
907 Cunningham Road, Kinston, NC 28501 · (252) 527-5146
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Signature Healthcare of Kinston at a glance
Signature Healthcare of Kinston is a 106-bed for-profit nursing home in Kinston, North Carolina (Lenoir County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the North Carolina average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 9, 2025) found 8 health citations. The North Carolina average is 4.7.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 46.7% per year (state average 49%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 106
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Signature Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- May 2, 1991
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Lenoir County
- CMS Certification Number
- 345365
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.73 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.52 hrs | 0.62 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.33 hrs | 2.34 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.22 hrs | 3.42 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.7% | 49% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 45.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 8 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 4 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 36 | 49.2 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $36,617 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 106 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 94 | 87 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 88.5% | 83.6% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 0.7% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 9.3% | 5.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 15.5% | 14% | 15.4% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 2.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 8.5% | 15.6% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 21.6% | 18.3% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 9.3% | 7.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 8.6% | 5.9% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 16% | 21.3% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 13.7% | 20.7% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94% | 94.1% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.7% | 92% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 3.2% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 75.9% | 78.1% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 82.8% | 80.6% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 20 health deficiencies and 19 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 9, 2025 Complaint | Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0809 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| December 9, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| December 9, 2025 Standard | 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. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| December 9, 2025 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 January 5, 2026 |
| December 9, 2025 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 2, 2026 |
| December 9, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| December 9, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2026 |
| December 9, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected January 2, 2026 |
| October 17, 2024 Fire safety | Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 10, 2025 |
| October 17, 2024 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 10, 2025 |
| October 17, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 10, 2025 |
| October 17, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 10, 2025 |
| October 17, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 10, 2025 |
| October 17, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 10, 2025 |
| October 17, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 10, 2025 |
| October 17, 2024 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 February 10, 2025 |
| October 17, 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 February 10, 2025 |
| October 17, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 12, 2024 |
| October 17, 2024 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 12, 2024 |
| October 17, 2024 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 12, 2024 |
| October 17, 2024 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 12, 2024 |
| October 17, 2024 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 12, 2024 |
| October 17, 2024 Complaint | 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 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected November 12, 2024 |
| July 13, 2023 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 5, 2023 |
| July 13, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 5, 2023 |
| July 13, 2023 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 5, 2023 |
| July 13, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that waiting areas, nurse’s stations, gift shops, and cooking facilities, open to the corridor are properly protected. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0361 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 5, 2023 |
| July 13, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 5, 2023 |
| July 13, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 7, 2023 |
| July 13, 2023 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 August 7, 2023 |
| July 13, 2023 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 7, 2023 |
| July 13, 2023 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 August 7, 2023 |
| July 13, 2023 Standard | 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 7, 2023 |
| July 13, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 7, 2023 |
| May 24, 2022 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 20, 2022 |
| May 24, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 20, 2022 |
| May 24, 2022 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 20, 2022 |
| May 24, 2022 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 20, 2022 |
| May 24, 2022 Fire safety | Satisfy building requirements after a repair, renovation, modification, or change of user/occupancy. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0111 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 20, 2022 |
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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHC LP HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 08/01/2014 |
| ASBR HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/01/2018 |
| JJLA LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 08/01/2014 |
| LPSNF LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 08/01/2014 |
| STEIER III, ELMER Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 08/01/2014 |
| WHEATEN LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 08/01/2014 |
| HARRISON, JOHN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2014 |
| SIGNATURE HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2014 |
| JONES, STEVEN Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/19/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Signature Healthcare of Kinston's rating?
Signature Healthcare of Kinston has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for North Carolina nursing homes is 2.9 stars.
How many inspection citations did Signature Healthcare of Kinston receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a North Carolina average of 4.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Signature Healthcare of Kinston 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 of Kinston?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Signature Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Signature Healthcare of Kinston and how do I contact it?
Signature Healthcare of Kinston is at 907 Cunningham Road, Kinston, NC 28501. Phone: (252) 527-5146.
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.