nursing home in Warren, RI
Grace Barker Nursing Center
54 Barker Avenue, Warren, RI 02885 · (401) 245-9100
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- 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
Grace Barker Nursing Center at a glance
Grace Barker Nursing Center is a 86-bed for-profit nursing home in Warren, Rhode Island (Bristol 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 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 30, 2026) found 1 health citation. The Rhode Island average is 9.3.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $114,806.
Nursing staff turnover is 37.9% per year (state average 40.6%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 86
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- March 28, 1967
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Bristol County
- CMS Certification Number
- 415014
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) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Rhode Island avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.87 hrs | 3.71 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.64 hrs | 0.77 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.94 hrs | 2.46 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.20 hrs | 3.34 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 37.9% | 40.6% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 16.7% | 37.9% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 1 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 57.5 | 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) | $114,806 | $60,948 | $30,972 | Worse |
| 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 | 86 | 114 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 81 | 99 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.6% | 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) | 4.9% | 3.6% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.4% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 18.9% | 22.5% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 5.7% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 13.2% | 19.6% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 10.6% | 16.8% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.2% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.4% | 17.2% | 12.8% | Better |
| 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) | 19.3% | 16.7% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 9.5% | 22.3% | 19% | Better |
| 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) | 91.2% | 94.1% | 93.6% | Average |
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) | 0% | 2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 86.5% | 78.2% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.2% | 79% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 14 health deficiencies and 6 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 4 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 30, 2026 Fire safety | Establish emergency prep training and testing. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 30, 2026 |
| April 30, 2026 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 30, 2026 |
| April 30, 2026 Fire safety | Develop a communication plan. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0029 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 30, 2026 |
| April 30, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 30, 2026 |
| February 5, 2025 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| February 5, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| February 5, 2025 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| February 5, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| February 5, 2025 Standard | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0744 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| February 5, 2025 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 March 7, 2025 |
| February 5, 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 March 7, 2025 |
| July 15, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2024 |
| March 7, 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 April 1, 2024 |
| February 23, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 22, 2024 |
| February 23, 2024 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 22, 2024 |
| February 23, 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 March 22, 2024 |
| September 29, 2023 Complaint | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected October 20, 2023 |
| September 29, 2023 Complaint | Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0728 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected October 20, 2023 |
| September 29, 2023 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected October 20, 2023 |
| September 29, 2023 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 October 20, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $114,806 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 29, 2023 | Fine | $114,806 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| LESCAULT, MARK Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 11/28/2007 |
| LESCAULT, MARY Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 03/31/2006 |
| LESCAULT, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/28/2007 |
| LESCAULT, MARY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2006 |
| LESCAULT, MARK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/12/1996 |
| LESCAULT, MARK Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/28/2007 |
| LESCAULT, MARY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2006 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Grace Barker Nursing Center's rating?
Grace Barker 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 Grace Barker Nursing Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Rhode Island average of 9.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Grace Barker 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 Grace Barker Nursing Center?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Grace Barker Nursing Center and how do I contact it?
Grace Barker Nursing Center is at 54 Barker Avenue, Warren, RI 02885. Phone: (401) 245-9100.
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.