Elk Haven Nursing Home
785 Johnsonburg Road, Saint Marys, PA 15857 · (814) 234-2618
Non profit - Corporation · 120 certified beds
Elk Haven Nursing Home has a 5-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in May 2026, found 3 citations (the Pennsylvania average is 10). It was fined 1 time in the last three years, $8,018 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. | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars · Much above average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above 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. | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars · Much above average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on May 29, 2026 found 3 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.May 29, 2026 · F0761 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.May 29, 2026 · F0812 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- 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.May 29, 2026 · F0584 · Level of harm: Potential for minimal harm · Residents affected: Some
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 1 citation.
- Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.May 9, 2024 · F0600 · Level of harm: Actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $8,018May 9, 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 | Pennsylvania average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 3.79 | 3.89 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.81 | 0.79 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.69 | 0.91 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 2.29 | 2.19 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 32.7% | 44.5% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | Non profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 120 |
| Average residents per day | 95.6 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- Pinecrest Manor Saint Marys · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- Highland View Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center Brockway · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- Dr Arthur Clifton McKinley Ctr Brookville · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- Penn Highlands Jefferson Manor Brookville · ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars
- Christ the King Manor Du Bois · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
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