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Nursing homes in Nelson County, Kentucky
There are 2 certified nursing homes in Nelson County, Kentucky, with 165 beds between them.
50% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a larger share than the state (39%). Inspectors recorded 30 health deficiencies over three cycles, 18.2 per 100 beds against 13.0 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $68K across 1 fine.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Nelson County | Kentucky | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 2 | 267 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 50% | 39% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 18.2 | 13.0 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 4.8 | 3.7 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $68K | $4.4M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bardstown Health & Rehabilitation | Bardstown | 100 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 24 | 24.0 | — | 18 Jul 2025 |
| Signature Healthcare At Colonial Rehab & Wellness | Bardstown | 65 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 9.2 | $68K | 11 Jul 2024 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | 3 |
| F0761 | 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. | 2 |
| F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | 2 |
| F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | 2 |
| F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | 2 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For profit | 2 |
Chains present: Signature Healthcare (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Nelson County, Kentucky?
2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 165 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Nelson County have the highest CMS ratings?
Bardstown Health & Rehabilitation (3 stars), Signature Healthcare At Colonial Rehab & Wellness (1 stars)
How do Nelson County nursing homes compare with Kentucky?
50% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 39% statewide; citations run at 18.2 per 100 beds against 13.0 statewide.