nursing home in Vernon, VT
Vernon Green Nursing Home
61 Greenway Drive, Vernon, VT 05354 · (802) 254-6041
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★2
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Vernon Green Nursing Home at a glance
Vernon Green Nursing Home is a 60-bed non-profit nursing home in Vernon, Vermont (Windham County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Vermont average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 4.4 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 14, 2026) found 14 health citations. The Vermont average is 7.8.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $87,896.
Nursing staff turnover is 36.2% per year (state average 55.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1967
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Windham County
- CMS Certification Number
- 475008
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.44 hrs | 4.22 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.06 hrs | 0.80 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.53 hrs | 2.54 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.78 hrs | 3.66 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36.2% | 55.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 25% | 39.9% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 14 | 8 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 81 | 103.1 | 80.6 | Average |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $87,896 | $87,304 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 60 | 89 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 53 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 88.8% | 85.1% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.8% | 5.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.9% | 5.3% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 27.8% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 5.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 34.3% | 19.3% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 32.5% | 17.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.8% | 6.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 12.4% | 13% | 12.8% | Average |
| 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) | 11.9% | 16.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 29.7% | 26.8% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.1% | 97.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.7% | 94.9% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 68.2% | 78.5% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 87.8% | 83.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 45 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 4, 2026 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 | Past Non-Compliance |
| June 4, 2026 Complaint | Verify that a nurse aide has been trained; and if they haven't worked as a nurse aide for 2 years, receive retraining. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0729 | D Potential harm, isolated | Past Non-Compliance |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 Standard | 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 February 25, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 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 February 25, 2026 |
| January 14, 2026 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 February 25, 2026 |
| October 30, 2024 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 15, 2024 |
| October 30, 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 July 26, 2024 |
| October 30, 2024 Standard | 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 December 15, 2024 |
| October 30, 2024 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 15, 2024 |
| October 30, 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 December 15, 2024 |
| October 30, 2024 Standard | 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 December 15, 2024 |
| October 30, 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 December 15, 2024 |
| December 4, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | B No harm, pattern | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| December 4, 2023 Standard | 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 | L Immediate jeopardy, widespread | Corrected January 6, 2024 |
| December 4, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2024 |
| December 4, 2023 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 6, 2024 |
| December 4, 2023 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 6, 2024 |
| December 4, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 6, 2024 |
| December 4, 2023 Standard | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 6, 2024 |
| December 4, 2023 Standard | Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0837 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 6, 2024 |
| December 4, 2023 Standard | Employ or obtain outside professional resources to provide services in the nursing home when the facility does not employ a qualified professional to furnish a required service. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0840 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 6, 2024 |
| December 4, 2023 Standard | Have an agreement with at least one or more hospitals certified by Medicare or Medicaid to make sure residents can be moved quickly to the hospital when they need medical care. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0843 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 6, 2024 |
| December 4, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 6, 2024 |
| December 4, 2023 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 January 6, 2024 |
| December 4, 2023 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 6, 2024 |
| December 4, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 6, 2024 |
| December 4, 2023 Standard | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 6, 2024 |
| December 4, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 6, 2024 |
| December 4, 2023 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 January 6, 2024 |
| December 4, 2023 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 January 6, 2024 |
| December 4, 2023 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 January 6, 2024 |
| December 4, 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 January 6, 2024 |
| December 4, 2023 Standard | 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 January 6, 2024 |
| December 4, 2023 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2024 |
| December 4, 2023 Standard | Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0944 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected January 6, 2024 |
| October 4, 2023 Complaint | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2023 |
| October 4, 2023 Complaint | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 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 $87,896 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| December 4, 2023 | Payment Denial | 42 days from March 4, 2024 |
| December 4, 2023 | Fine | $87,896 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| DICKEY, KARI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/23/2025 |
| ELLIS, M BRADFORD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2002 |
| MOUSSEAU, CORBY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/18/2022 |
| BURKS, BRUCE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/1995 |
| ELLIS, M BRADFORD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2002 |
| GOODWIN, ALFRED Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/1995 |
| JEWITT, JUDY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2011 |
| MOUSSEAU, CORBY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/18/2022 |
| DICKEY, KARI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2013 |
| ELLIS, M BRADFORD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2002 |
| MOUSSEAU, CORBY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/18/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Vernon Green Nursing Home's rating?
Vernon Green Nursing Home has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Vermont nursing homes is 2.9 stars.
How many inspection citations did Vernon Green Nursing Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 14 citations, compared with a Vermont average of 7.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Vernon Green Nursing Home 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 Vernon Green Nursing Home?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Vernon Green Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Vernon Green Nursing Home is at 61 Greenway Drive, Vernon, VT 05354. Phone: (802) 254-6041.
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.