nursing home in Kinston, NC
Nc State Veterans Home-Kinston
2150 Hull Road, Kinston, NC 28504 · (252) 939-8000
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Nc State Veterans Home-Kinston at a glance
Nc State Veterans Home-Kinston is a 100-bed government nursing home in Kinston, North Carolina (Lenoir County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the North Carolina average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 5 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (November 14, 2025) found 0 health citations. The North Carolina average is 4.7.
Federal regulators fined it 5 times in the past three years, totaling $74,987.
Nursing staff turnover is 37.9% per year (state average 49%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Beds
- 100
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Pruitthealth
- Medicare-certified since
- August 8, 2013
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Lenoir County
- CMS Certification Number
- 345560
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 5.04 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.89 hrs | 0.62 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.43 hrs | 2.34 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.21 hrs | 3.42 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 37.9% | 49% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 48.1% | 45.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 0 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 58.3 | 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) | 5 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $74,987 | $36,617 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 5 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | North Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 100 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 92 | 87 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 91.5% | 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) | 2% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.5% | 5.5% | 4.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 7.8% | 14% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.6% | 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) | 11.3% | 15.6% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 8.4% | 18.3% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.8% | 7.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.4% | 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) | 15.2% | 21.3% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 12.4% | 20.7% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.1% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 92% | 93.6% | Better |
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) | 1.6% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 78.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90.2% | 80.6% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 10 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 7 citations involved actual harm, including 6 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 28, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Past Non-Compliance |
| July 28, 2025 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Past Non-Compliance |
| July 28, 2025 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Past Non-Compliance |
| July 28, 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Past Non-Compliance |
| January 13, 2025 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| January 13, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| August 22, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 7, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 7, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected September 19, 2024 |
| February 29, 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 March 22, 2024 |
| February 29, 2024 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 March 22, 2024 |
| May 18, 2023 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 30, 2023 |
| May 18, 2023 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 July 30, 2023 |
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 4 federal penalties in the past three years, including $66,495 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 28, 2025 | Fine | $8,673 |
| July 28, 2025 | Fine | $8,672 |
| January 13, 2025 | Fine | $8,492 |
| February 29, 2024 | Fine | $40,658 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| NC DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AND VETERAN AFFAIRS NC DIVISION OF VET Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 03/25/2013 |
| ARD, BONNIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/30/2025 |
| BANKS, KATHLEEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/24/2025 |
| SIDANA, LALITA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/30/2025 |
| STEPHENS, NICOLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/07/2019 |
| BANKS, KATHLEEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/24/2025 |
| ARD, BONNIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/15/2024 |
| BANKS, KATHLEEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/27/2013 |
| NC DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AND VETERAN AFFAIRS NC DIVISION OF VET Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/25/2013 |
| STEPHENS, NICOLE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/27/2013 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Nc State Veterans Home-Kinston's rating?
Nc State Veterans Home-Kinston has 2 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 Nc State Veterans Home-Kinston receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a North Carolina average of 4.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Nc State Veterans Home-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 Nc State Veterans Home-Kinston?
It is government - state and part of Pruitthealth. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Nc State Veterans Home-Kinston and how do I contact it?
Nc State Veterans Home-Kinston is at 2150 Hull Road, Kinston, NC 28504. Phone: (252) 939-8000.
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.