nursing home in Princeton, WV
Princeton Health Care Center
315 Courthouse Rd., Princeton, WV 24740 · (304) 487-3458
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Princeton Health Care Center at a glance
Princeton Health Care Center is a 120-bed non-profit nursing home in Princeton, West Virginia (Mercer County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the West Virginia average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 5, 2026) found 8 health citations. The West Virginia average is 11.7.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 25.2% per year (state average 44.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- June 1, 2004
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Mercer County
- CMS Certification Number
- 515187
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | West Virginia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | West Virginia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.25 hrs | 3.67 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.58 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.71 hrs | 2.04 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.44 hrs | 3.17 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 25.2% | 44.1% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 7.7% | 42.4% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | West Virginia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 8 | 12 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 62 | 114.1 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | West Virginia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $29,505 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | West Virginia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 87 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 113 | 78 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 94.5% | 90.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | West Virginia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 4.9% | 4.4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.5% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 17.9% | 13.4% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.5% | 1.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 25.4% | 14.7% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 27.4% | 15.9% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.8% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 5.6% | 7.6% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 33.8% | 27% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20.2% | 22.1% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 97.6% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.3% | 96.4% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | West Virginia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 3.3% | 1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 88.7% | 79.1% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 39 health deficiencies and 14 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 5, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 16, 2026 |
| February 5, 2026 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 March 3, 2026 |
| February 5, 2026 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0807 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 19, 2026 |
| February 5, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 19, 2026 |
| February 5, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 19, 2026 |
| February 5, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 19, 2026 |
| February 5, 2026 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 March 19, 2026 |
| February 5, 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 19, 2026 |
| February 5, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 19, 2026 |
| February 5, 2026 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 19, 2026 |
| May 8, 2024 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 10, 2024 |
| May 8, 2024 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 10, 2024 |
| May 8, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 10, 2024 |
| May 8, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 8, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 19, 2024 |
| May 8, 2024 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 8, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 8, 2024 Standard | Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0675 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 8, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 8, 2024 Standard | 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 June 25, 2024 |
| May 8, 2024 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 June 25, 2024 |
| May 8, 2024 Standard | Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0770 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 8, 2024 Standard | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 8, 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 June 25, 2024 |
| May 8, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 8, 2024 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 8, 2024 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 8, 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 June 25, 2024 |
| May 8, 2024 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 June 25, 2024 |
| May 8, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 8, 2024 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| July 25, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 4, 2023 |
| July 25, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 4, 2023 |
| July 25, 2023 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 4, 2023 |
| July 25, 2023 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 4, 2023 |
| July 25, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 4, 2023 |
| July 25, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 4, 2023 |
| July 25, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 4, 2023 |
| July 25, 2023 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 4, 2023 |
| July 25, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 4, 2023 |
| July 25, 2023 Standard | Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0924 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 22, 2023 |
| July 25, 2023 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 August 22, 2023 |
| July 25, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 22, 2023 |
| July 25, 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 August 22, 2023 |
| July 25, 2023 Standard | Ensure a qualified health professional conducts resident assessments. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0642 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2023 |
| July 25, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2023 |
| July 25, 2023 Standard | 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 August 22, 2023 |
| July 25, 2023 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2023 |
| July 25, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2023 |
| July 25, 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 August 22, 2023 |
| July 25, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2023 |
| July 25, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2023 |
| July 25, 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 August 22, 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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| PRINCETON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL COMPANY Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 06/01/1981 |
| ODELL, STEPHANIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| RAMAKRISHNAN, KARTHIK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/18/2025 |
| AKERS, JUDY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| AUTREY, CHARLES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| MARTIN, RON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/19/2024 |
| OSBORNE, EVELYN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| SHREWSBURY, JANET Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| WEBB, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/25/2018 |
| BAILEY, CHRISTIE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/06/2004 |
| ODELL, STEPHANIE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/04/2017 |
| WHITE, DUSTIN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2022 |
| ODELL, STEPHANIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/04/2017 |
| RAMAKRISHNAN, KARTHIK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Princeton Health Care Center's rating?
Princeton Health Care Center has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for West Virginia nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Princeton Health Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a West Virginia average of 11.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Princeton Health Care 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 Princeton Health Care Center?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Princeton Health Care Center and how do I contact it?
Princeton Health Care Center is at 315 Courthouse Rd., Princeton, WV 24740. Phone: (304) 487-3458.
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.