nursing home in Jayton, TX
Kent County Nursing Home
1443 North Main, Jayton, TX 79528 · (806) 237-3036
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Kent County Nursing Home at a glance
Kent County Nursing Home is a 60-bed government nursing home in Jayton, Texas (Kent 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 3.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 4, 2025) found 4 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
Federal regulators fined it 7 times in the past three years, totaling $187,081.
Nursing staff turnover is 55.1% per year (state average 55.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- December 15, 2021
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Kent County
- CMS Certification Number
- 745002
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) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 1.9 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.56 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.33 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.36 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.23 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 55.1% | 55.3% | 45.8% | 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) | 4 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 151 | 102 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 7 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $187,081 | $44,141 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 7 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 60 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 51 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 85.2% | 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) | 5.7% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.4% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 8.1% | 9.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 25.8% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 29.3% | 14% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.5% | 3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 6.8% | 18% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 23.4% | 13.4% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99% | 96.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 5.9% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97% | 88.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 27 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 4 citations involved actual harm, including 4 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 4, 2025 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 16, 2026 |
| December 4, 2025 Standard | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 5, 2025 |
| December 4, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 16, 2026 |
| December 4, 2025 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 5, 2025 |
| November 20, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected November 21, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected November 21, 2024 |
| November 20, 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 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected November 21, 2024 |
| November 20, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 21, 2024 |
| November 20, 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 November 21, 2024 |
| August 30, 2024 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 15, 2024 |
| August 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 September 15, 2024 |
| August 30, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 15, 2024 |
| August 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 September 15, 2024 |
| August 5, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 5, 2024 |
| August 5, 2024 Complaint | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 5, 2024 |
| October 4, 2023 Complaint · Infection control | 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 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected November 3, 2023 |
| October 4, 2023 Complaint · Infection control | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 3, 2023 |
| July 12, 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 August 3, 2023 |
| July 12, 2023 Standard | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 3, 2023 |
| July 12, 2023 Standard | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 3, 2023 |
| July 12, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 3, 2023 |
| July 12, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 3, 2023 |
| July 12, 2023 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 3, 2023 |
| July 12, 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 3, 2023 |
| July 12, 2023 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 3, 2023 |
| July 12, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 3, 2023 |
| July 12, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 3, 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 7 federal penalties in the past three years, including $187,081 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 20, 2024 | Fine | $132,214 |
| February 6, 2024 | Fine | $10,915 |
| January 8, 2024 | Fine | $3,387 |
| January 2, 2024 | Fine | $2,797 |
| December 11, 2023 | Fine | $3,846 |
| November 6, 2023 | Fine | $1,747 |
| October 4, 2023 | Fine | $32,175 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTY OF KENT Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 05/01/1993 |
| COUNTY OF KENT Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/1993 |
| HOUGH, KEVIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2026 |
| SMITH, NATHAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/03/2024 |
| VALERIO, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/11/2024 |
| COULTER, GRADY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2023 |
| HOUGH, KEVIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2026 |
| SMITH, NATHAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/03/2024 |
| VALERIO, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/11/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Kent County Nursing Home's rating?
Kent County Nursing Home 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 Kent County Nursing Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Kent County 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 Kent County Nursing Home?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Kent County Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Kent County Nursing Home is at 1443 North Main, Jayton, TX 79528. Phone: (806) 237-3036.
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.