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HomeRhode IslandCedar Crest Nursing Centre Inc

Cedar Crest Nursing Centre Inc

125 Scituate Avenue, Cranston, RI 029204019448500
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
156
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $14,433

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 5/5 stars (above average)

• Has 156 certified beds with an average of 149.5 residents per day (96% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 2 deficiencies (inspected Sep 25, 2025)

• Has been fined a total of $14,433 across 1 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 3.95 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 27.1%

Cedar Crest Nursing Centre Inc is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Cranston, Rhode Island with 156 certified beds. It has been operating since 1970. The facility scored above average compared to Rhode Island facilities.

Beds
156
Avg Residents/Day
149.5
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Aug 24, 1970
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Providence
Last Inspection
Sep 25, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
37.8
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (22)

F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Sep 25, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0757Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Survey: Sep 25, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Aug 5, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Mar 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0726Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Mar 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Sep 20, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Sep 20, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0805Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

Survey: Sep 20, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Sep 20, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Sep 20, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Sep 20, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Sep 6, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0604Potential for Harm

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Survey: Oct 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Oct 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Oct 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0679Potential for Harm

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Survey: Oct 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Oct 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Oct 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0694Potential for Harm

Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

Survey: Oct 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Oct 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Oct 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Oct 5, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$14,433
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineMar 1, 2024
$14,433

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.90 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.34 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.71 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing3.95 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.52 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.06 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
27.1%
RN Turnover
12.5%
Administrators Left
1

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (11)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
PEZZELLI WHIPPLE, SUSAN5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual32%Mar 29, 1991
PEZZELLI, LISA5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual36%Mar 29, 1991
WHIPPLE, THOMAS5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual32%Mar 29, 1991
FONTAINE, LYNNEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2003
KRUSZ, STEPHANIEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 2, 2025
PEZZELLI WHIPPLE, SUSANOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMar 29, 1991
PEZZELLI WHIPPLE, SUSANCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMar 29, 1991
WHIPPLE, THOMASCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMar 29, 1991
MARANDOLA, SUSANCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2000
PEZZELLI WHIPPLE, SUSANCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMar 29, 1991
WHIPPLE, THOMASCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMar 29, 1991

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Cedar Crest Nursing Centre Inc?▾
Cedar Crest Nursing Centre Inc has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has Cedar Crest Nursing Centre Inc had any health inspection violations?▾
Cedar Crest Nursing Centre Inc had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Sep 25, 2025). The facility has been fined a total of $14,433 across 1 fine(s).
What are the staffing levels at Cedar Crest Nursing Centre Inc?▾
Cedar Crest Nursing Centre Inc provides 3.95 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.71 RN hours, 0.34 LPN hours, and 2.90 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 27.1%.
How many beds does Cedar Crest Nursing Centre Inc have?▾
Cedar Crest Nursing Centre Inc has 156 certified beds with an average of 149.5 residents per day, resulting in approximately 96% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Cedar Crest Nursing Centre Inc?▾
Yes, there are 2 other nursing homes in Cranston, Rhode Island with an average rating of 4.3/5. You can compare all facilities on the Cranston nursing homes page.