Northchase Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
3015 Enterprise Drive, Wilmington, NC 28405 · (910) 791-3451
For profit - Limited Liability company · 140 certified beds
Northchase Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has a 2-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in June 2025, found 8 citations (the North Carolina average is 4.7). It was fined 1 time in the last three years, $7,901 in all.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on June 23, 2025 found 8 citations. What an inspection citation means
- 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.June 23, 2025 · F0761 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.June 23, 2025 · F0812 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.June 23, 2025 · F0561 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.June 23, 2025 · F0600 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.June 23, 2025 · F0602 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.June 23, 2025 · F0641 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.June 23, 2025 · F0757 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.June 23, 2025 · F0806 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 9 citations.
- Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.June 23, 2025 · F0600 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.June 23, 2025 · F0602 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.June 23, 2025 · F0757 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.May 17, 2024 · F0685 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.May 17, 2024 · F0745 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.May 17, 2024 · F0760 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.May 17, 2024 · F0804 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.May 17, 2024 · F0806 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.January 3, 2024 · F0689 · Level of harm: Actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $7,901January 3, 2024
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | North Carolina average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 3.49 | 3.85 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.76 | 0.62 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.93 | 0.89 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 1.80 | 2.34 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 39.8% | 49% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | For profit - Limited Liability company |
| Certified beds | 140 |
| Average residents per day | 128.4 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- Bradley Creek Health Center Wilmington · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- Cypress Pointe Rehabilitation Center Wilmington · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- Trinity Grove Wilmington · ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars
- Azalea Health & Rehab Center Wilmington · ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars
- Davis Health and Wellness Center at Cambridge Vill Wilmington · ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars
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Data from Medicare (CMS), updated October 2026, from Northchase Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on Medicare's Care Compare and the CMS Provider Data Catalog. ParentNextStep isn't affiliated with Medicare or CMS.