nursing home in Westerly, RI
Royal of Westerly Nursing Center
79 Beach Street, Westerly, RI 02891 · (401) 596-4925
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Royal of Westerly Nursing Center at a glance
Royal of Westerly Nursing Center is a 66-bed for-profit nursing home in Westerly, Rhode Island (Washington County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Rhode Island average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 19, 2026) found 9 health citations. The Rhode Island average is 9.3.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $8,647.
Nursing staff turnover is 46.9% per year (state average 40.6%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Partnership
- Beds
- 66
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Royal Health Group
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1967
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Washington County
- CMS Certification Number
- 415004
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Rhode Island avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Rhode Island avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.21 hrs | 3.71 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.86 hrs | 0.77 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.66 hrs | 2.46 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.75 hrs | 3.34 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.9% | 40.6% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 56.3% | 37.9% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Rhode Island avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 9 | 9 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 57 | 117 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Rhode Island avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $8,647 | $60,948 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Rhode Island avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 66 | 114 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 61 | 99 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 92.6% | 87.8% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Rhode Island avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.7% | 3.6% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 22.7% | 22.5% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.8% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 19.7% | 19.6% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 16.9% | 16.8% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.2% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 26.6% | 17.2% | 12.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 23.1% | 16.7% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 27.4% | 22.3% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.5% | 94.1% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Rhode Island avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2% | 2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.7% | 78.2% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 92.9% | 79% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 18 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 19, 2026 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 27, 2026 |
| February 19, 2026 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 27, 2026 |
| February 19, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 27, 2026 |
| February 19, 2026 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 27, 2026 |
| February 19, 2026 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 March 27, 2026 |
| February 19, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 27, 2026 |
| February 19, 2026 Standard | Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0710 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 27, 2026 |
| February 19, 2026 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 March 27, 2026 |
| February 19, 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 March 27, 2026 |
| February 4, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected February 28, 2025 |
| February 4, 2025 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 February 28, 2025 |
| December 5, 2024 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 December 25, 2024 |
| December 5, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 25, 2024 |
| December 5, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 25, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 11, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 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 February 11, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 11, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 Standard | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 11, 2024 |
| January 12, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 11, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 11, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 Standard | Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0568 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected February 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $8,647 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 4, 2025 | Fine | $8,647 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAMARY, JAMES Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 07/01/2016 |
| OZCAKAR, BULENT Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/20/2024 |
| MAMARY, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2016 |
| MISTO, SUSAN Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/04/2020 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Royal of Westerly Nursing Center's rating?
Royal of Westerly Nursing Center has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Rhode Island nursing homes is 2.9 stars.
How many inspection citations did Royal of Westerly Nursing Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Rhode Island average of 9.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Royal of Westerly Nursing Center 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 Royal of Westerly Nursing Center?
It is for profit - partnership and part of Royal Health Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Royal of Westerly Nursing Center and how do I contact it?
Royal of Westerly Nursing Center is at 79 Beach Street, Westerly, RI 02891. Phone: (401) 596-4925.
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.