nursing home in Seneca, PA
Upmc Northwest Transitional Care Unit
100 Fairfield Drive, Seneca, PA 16346 · (814) 678-4642
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Upmc Northwest Transitional Care Unit at a glance
Upmc Northwest Transitional Care Unit is a 16-bed non-profit nursing home in Seneca, Pennsylvania (Venango County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Pennsylvania average of 3.
Residents receive about 8.7 hours of nursing care per day (4.3 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 7, 2026) found 0 health citations. The Pennsylvania average is 10.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 34.5% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 16
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Upmc Senior Communities
- Medicare-certified since
- September 19, 1995
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Venango County
- CMS Certification Number
- 395966
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 8.73 hrs | 3.89 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.31 hrs | 0.79 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.28 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 7.78 hrs | 3.53 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 34.5% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.9% | 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) | 0 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 2 | 82.4 | 80.6 | Better |
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 | 16 | 127 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 11 | 105 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 67.5% | 84% | 80.9% |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.7% | 68.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.7% | 70% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 4 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 13, 2025 Standard | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 9, 2025 |
| August 13, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 9, 2025 |
| September 6, 2024 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 October 11, 2024 |
| September 6, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 11, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| UPMC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 06/02/2009 |
| CONCANNON-FINK, ERIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/03/2025 |
| PASTORIUS, NANCY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| UPMC NORTHWEST Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/03/2025 |
| BARNHART, LINDA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2018 |
| BOGGESS, RANDY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2011 |
| CLARK, JEFFREY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/30/2018 |
| GIBBONS, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/02/2009 |
| HARMAN, BETH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/30/2018 |
| KNARR, JAMES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2001 |
| MATSON, BART Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| MCCAULEY, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2007 |
| MERKEL, GREGORY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| MONTONE, JOSEPH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/30/2018 |
| PASTOR, JOSEPH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| SIMMS, CHRISTOPHER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| SMITH, LISA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/30/2018 |
| STEIGERWALD, JEFF Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| STEWERT, JANET Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| VARSEK, TAMARA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| WEBSTER, MARSHALL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/25/2016 |
| WINKLER, PETER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| DINGER, BRADLEY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/19/2018 |
| DURNIOK, BRIAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/07/2017 |
| UPMC NORTHWEST Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/02/2009 |
| PASTORIUS, NANCY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Upmc Northwest Transitional Care Unit's rating?
Upmc Northwest Transitional Care Unit has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Pennsylvania nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Upmc Northwest Transitional Care Unit receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Pennsylvania average of 10. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Upmc Northwest Transitional Care Unit accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Upmc Northwest Transitional Care Unit?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Upmc Senior Communities. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Upmc Northwest Transitional Care Unit and how do I contact it?
Upmc Northwest Transitional Care Unit is at 100 Fairfield Drive, Seneca, PA 16346. Phone: (814) 678-4642.
About this data
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