nursing home in Pittsburgh, PA
John J Kane Regional Center-Gl
955 Rivermont Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15207 · (412) 422-6800
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★2
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
John J Kane Regional Center-Gl at a glance
John J Kane Regional Center-Gl is a 255-bed government nursing home in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (Allegheny County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Pennsylvania average of 3.
Residents receive about 2.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 9, 2026) found 15 health citations. The Pennsylvania average is 10.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 56.3% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 255
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- February 15, 1984
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Allegheny County
- CMS Certification Number
- 395643
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 2.82 hrs | 3.89 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.63 hrs | 0.79 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.60 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.50 hrs | 3.53 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 56.3% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 41.5% | 39.9% | 42.9% | Average |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 15 | 10 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 7 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 128 | 82.4 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania 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 | $25,774 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 255 | 127 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 219 | 105 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 85.7% | 84% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.4% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.1% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 50.9% | 17.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.3% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 29.3% | 16.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 18.9% | 17% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.4% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.9% | 10.8% | 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) | 14.9% | 20% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 24.4% | 25.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.3% | 93.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.5% | 87.5% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 3.3% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 85.9% | 68.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 89.4% | 70% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 24 health deficiencies and 16 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 29, 2026 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | E Potential harm, pattern | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 9, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 13, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 13, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 13, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 13, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected August 13, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Fire safety | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected August 13, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 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 28, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Standard | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 13, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 13, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 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 August 13, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 13, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Standard | 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 August 13, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 13, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 13, 2026 |
| July 9, 2026 Standard | 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 August 13, 2026 |
| May 26, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected June 24, 2026 |
| May 26, 2026 Complaint | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 24, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2026 |
| November 25, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 29, 2025 |
| November 25, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 29, 2025 |
| June 6, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 2, 2025 |
| June 6, 2025 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 2, 2025 |
| June 6, 2025 Fire safety | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 2, 2025 |
| June 6, 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 July 2, 2025 |
| June 6, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 2, 2025 |
| June 6, 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 29, 2025 |
| June 6, 2025 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 29, 2025 |
| June 6, 2025 Standard | Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0940 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 29, 2025 |
| June 6, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 29, 2025 |
| June 6, 2025 Standard | 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 July 29, 2025 |
| June 6, 2025 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 July 29, 2025 |
| July 26, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 20, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 20, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 20, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Fire safety | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 20, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 20, 2024 |
| July 26, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 4, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 4, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Standard | Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0944 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected September 4, 2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BARCIC, MELISSA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/30/2018 |
| DROPPA, MELANIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| HERRING, RASONIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/04/2025 |
| HUTTER, RONDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/24/2008 |
| HERRING, RASONIA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/04/2025 |
| DROPPA, MELANIE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| MCKAIN, WILLIAM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2012 |
| BARCIC, MELISSA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/30/2018 |
| DROPPA, MELANIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/06/2020 |
| HERRING, RASONIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/04/2025 |
| HUTTER, RONDA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/24/2008 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is John J Kane Regional Center-Gl's rating?
John J Kane Regional Center-Gl has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Pennsylvania nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did John J Kane Regional Center-Gl receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 15 citations, compared with a Pennsylvania average of 10. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does John J Kane Regional Center-Gl 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 John J Kane Regional Center-Gl?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is John J Kane Regional Center-Gl and how do I contact it?
John J Kane Regional Center-Gl is at 955 Rivermont Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15207. Phone: (412) 422-6800.
About this data
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