nursing home in North Providence, RI
Golden Crest Nursing Centre
100 Smithfield Road, North Providence, RI 02904 · (401) 353-1710
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Golden Crest Nursing Centre at a glance
Golden Crest Nursing Centre is a 152-bed for-profit nursing home in North Providence, Rhode Island (Providence 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 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 11, 2025) found 6 health citations. The Rhode Island average is 9.3.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $60,242.
Nursing staff turnover is 45.2% per year (state average 40.6%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 152
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- October 17, 1969
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Providence County
- CMS Certification Number
- 415029
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) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 3.73 hrs | 3.71 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.47 hrs | 0.77 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.74 hrs | 2.46 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.44 hrs | 3.34 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45.2% | 40.6% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 41.2% | 37.9% | 42.9% | Average |
| 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) | 6 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 50 | 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) | 2 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $60,242 | $60,948 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Rhode Island avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 152 | 114 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 144 | 99 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 94.7% | 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) | 3.6% | 3.6% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.1% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10% | 22.5% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 16.2% | 19.6% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.1% | 16.8% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.6% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.9% | 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) | 11.6% | 16.7% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22.3% | 22.3% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 92.4% | 95.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 87.6% | 94.1% | 93.6% | Worse |
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) | 44% | 78.2% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 82.3% | 79% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 27 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 16, 2026 Complaint | 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 May 8, 2026 |
| April 16, 2026 Complaint | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 10, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected January 10, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 10, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 10, 2026 |
| December 11, 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 January 10, 2026 |
| December 19, 2024 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 10, 2025 |
| November 4, 2024 Complaint | 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 November 22, 2024 |
| September 20, 2024 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 20, 2024 |
| September 20, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 16, 2024 |
| September 20, 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 October 16, 2024 |
| September 20, 2024 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 October 16, 2024 |
| September 20, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 16, 2024 |
| September 20, 2024 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 16, 2024 |
| September 20, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 16, 2024 |
| September 20, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 16, 2024 |
| July 15, 2024 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2024 |
| May 9, 2024 Complaint | 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 May 29, 2024 |
| May 9, 2024 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 May 29, 2024 |
| October 13, 2023 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 4, 2022 |
| October 13, 2023 Standard | 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 | H Actual harm, pattern | Corrected October 26, 2023 |
| October 13, 2023 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 26, 2023 |
| October 13, 2023 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 October 26, 2023 |
| October 13, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 26, 2023 |
| October 13, 2023 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 October 26, 2023 |
| October 13, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0691 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 26, 2023 |
| October 13, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 26, 2023 |
| October 13, 2023 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 October 26, 2023 |
| October 13, 2023 Standard | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected October 26, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $60,242 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| December 11, 2025 | Fine | $19,734 |
| October 13, 2023 | Fine | $40,508 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| PEZZELLI, PAUL Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 40% | 06/02/2023 |
| HICKEY, RAYMOND Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/03/2025 |
| MAJEKODUNMI, AKINDELE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2020 |
| NICHOLS, MICHELLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/03/2025 |
| PEZZELLI, LISA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/03/2025 |
| PEZZELLI, PAUL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/02/2023 |
| PEZZELLI WHIPPLE, SUSAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/03/2025 |
| PEZZELLI, PAUL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/02/2023 |
| PEZZELLI, PAUL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/02/2023 |
| HICKEY, RAYMOND Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2012 |
| NICHOLS, MICHELLE Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2012 |
| PEZZELLI, LISA Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2012 |
| PEZZELLI WHIPPLE, SUSAN Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2012 |
| PEZZELLI, PAUL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/02/2023 |
| MAJEKODUNMI, AKINDELE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2020 |
| PEZZELLI, PAUL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/02/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Golden Crest Nursing Centre's rating?
Golden Crest Nursing Centre 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 Golden Crest Nursing Centre receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Rhode Island average of 9.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Golden Crest Nursing Centre 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 Golden Crest Nursing Centre?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Golden Crest Nursing Centre and how do I contact it?
Golden Crest Nursing Centre is at 100 Smithfield Road, North Providence, RI 02904. Phone: (401) 353-1710.
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.