nursing home in Temple, TX
Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare
1802 S 31st, Temple, TX 76504 · (254) 778-4231
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare at a glance
Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a 124-bed government nursing home in Temple, Texas (Bell County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Texas average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 5, 2025) found 2 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
Federal regulators fined it 3 times in the past three years, totaling $32,275.
Nursing staff turnover is 78.4% per year (state average 55.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - Hospital District
- Beds
- 124
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- The Ensign Group
- Medicare-certified since
- February 14, 1986
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Bell County
- CMS Certification Number
- 455637
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 1.9 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4 / 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 | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.03 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.39 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.79 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.42 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 78.4% | 55.3% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 75% | 54.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 75.3 | 102 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $32,275 | $44,141 | $30,972 | Average |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 124 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 71 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 57% | 67.6% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.2% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.3% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 7.9% | 9.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 28.7% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 47.5% | 14% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.6% | 3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 9% | 2.4% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 12.2% | 18% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 21.4% | 13.4% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94.5% | 98% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.8% | 96.6% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.8% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 78% | 88% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 87.6% | 88.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 28 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 4 citations involved actual harm, including 4 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 17, 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected January 10, 2026 |
| August 27, 2025 Complaint | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 28, 2025 |
| June 24, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2025 |
| June 24, 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2025 |
| June 24, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2025 |
| June 5, 2025 Fire safety | Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0344 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 18, 2025 |
| June 5, 2025 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 18, 2025 |
| June 5, 2025 Complaint | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 6, 2025 |
| November 21, 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected September 27, 2024 |
| July 16, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 6, 2024 |
| July 16, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 6, 2024 |
| May 8, 2024 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 3, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| April 25, 2024 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 1, 2025 |
| April 25, 2024 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| April 25, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| April 25, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| April 25, 2024 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| April 25, 2024 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 1, 2025 |
| April 25, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 1, 2025 |
| April 25, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2025 |
| April 25, 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 May 29, 2024 |
| April 25, 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 May 29, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 24, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 30, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 30, 2024 |
| April 25, 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 May 29, 2024 |
| April 25, 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 May 29, 2024 |
| September 19, 2023 Complaint · Infection control | Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0675 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 9, 2023 |
| September 19, 2023 Complaint · Infection control | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 9, 2023 |
| March 2, 2023 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 20, 2023 |
| March 2, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected June 20, 2023 |
| March 2, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 31, 2023 |
| March 2, 2023 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 31, 2023 |
| March 2, 2023 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 31, 2023 |
| March 2, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 31, 2023 |
| March 2, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 31, 2023 |
| March 2, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 31, 2023 |
| March 2, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 31, 2023 |
| March 2, 2023 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 31, 2023 |
| March 2, 2023 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 31, 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 3 federal penalties in the past three years, including $32,275 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 17, 2026 | Fine | $8,281 |
| June 24, 2025 | Fine | $15,167 |
| November 21, 2024 | Fine | $8,827 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| EASTLAND MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DISTRICT Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 04/01/2017 |
| CARETRUST GP LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/1999 |
| CARETRUST REIT INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/1999 |
| CTR PARTNERSHIP LP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/1999 |
| ENSIGN SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2002 |
| HARRIS, MARTIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| SHANE, JAMES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/02/2024 |
| TEMPLE HEALTH HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/1999 |
| WELLINGTON HEALTHCARE, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/13/2025 |
| BURNAM, SOON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| KEETCH, CHAD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2011 |
| TAYLOR, STEPHEN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| HARRIS, MARTIN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| SHANE, JAMES Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/02/2024 |
| HARRIS, MARTIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
| SHANE, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/02/2024 |
| WELLINGTON HEALTHCARE, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2017 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare's rating?
Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Texas nursing homes is 2.7 stars.
How many inspection citations did Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare 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 Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare?
It is government - hospital district and part of The Ensign Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare and how do I contact it?
Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare is at 1802 S 31st, Temple, TX 76504. Phone: (254) 778-4231.
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.