SACRED HEART NURSING HOME
359 SUMMER STREET, NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740 · CCN 225389
Ratings
- Overall
- ★★★★★ 5
- Health inspection
- ★★★★☆ 4
- Quality measures
- ★★★☆☆ 3
- Staffing
- ★★★★★ 5
Facility
- Ownership type
- Non profit - Other
- Certified beds
- 217
- Avg residents/day
- 118.9
- Phone
- 5089966751
Inspection history vs Massachusetts & national averages
Cycle 1 is the most recent standard health inspection. Lower total deficiency counts are better.
| Cycle | Inspection date | This facility | Massachusetts avg | National avg | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2025-08-13 | 3 | 8.9 | 9.5 | -5.9 better |
| 2 | 2024-06-25 | 9 | 10.0 | 9.8 | -1.0 better |
| 3 | 2023-03-31 | 7 | 12.7 | 9.3 | -5.7 better |
Cycle 1 deficiencies by category
| Category | Deficiencies |
|---|---|
| Quality of life and care | 1 |
| Nutrition and dietary | 1 |
| Infection control | 1 |
Staffing (hours per resident per day)
| Metric | This facility | Turnover |
|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing (reported) | 3.80 | 29.0% |
| RN staffing (reported) | 0.64 | 17.4% |
| Total nurse staffing (adjusted) | 4.33 | — |
Fines & penalties
- Total fines
- $0
- Number of fines
- 0
- Number of penalties
- 0
- Payment denials
- 0
Chain
- Chain
- DIOCESAN HEALTH FACILITIES
- Facilities in chain
- 5
- Chain avg overall
- 3.60 / 5
Inspection citations (19)
- DF0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.2025-08-13 · Health · corrected 2025-09-17
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2025-08-13 · Health · corrected 2025-09-17
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2025-08-13 · Health · corrected 2025-09-17
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2024-06-25 · Health · corrected 2024-07-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.2024-06-25 · Health · corrected 2024-07-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.2024-06-25 · Health · corrected 2024-07-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0699Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.2024-06-25 · Health · corrected 2024-07-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2024-06-25 · Health · corrected 2024-07-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0881Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.2024-06-25 · Health · corrected 2024-07-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.2024-06-25 · Health · corrected 2024-07-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.2024-04-16 · Health · corrected 2024-03-26
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.2024-04-16 · Health · corrected 2024-03-26
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0584Honor 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.2023-03-31 · Health · corrected 2023-05-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2023-03-31 · Health · corrected 2023-05-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.2023-03-31 · Health · corrected 2023-05-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0712Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.2023-03-31 · Health · corrected 2023-05-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.2023-03-31 · Health · corrected 2023-05-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.2023-03-31 · Health · corrected 2023-05-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.2023-03-31 · Health · corrected 2023-05-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
Ownership
| Owner | Type | Role | Percent | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIOCESAN HEALTH FACILITIES | Organization | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2000-01-01 |
| MITCHELL, LAURA | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2020-02-01 |
| ROQUE, JOANNE | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2019-07-01 |
| KILEY, KEVIN | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2019-07-01 |
| LONG, JOANNE | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2014-09-24 |
| OLIVEIRA, JOHN | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2014-09-24 |
| ROQUE, JOANNE | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2019-07-01 |
| SAUNDERS, RICHARD | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2014-09-24 |
| SMITH, WALTER | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2014-09-24 |
| WILSON, RICHARD | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2014-09-24 |
| DA CUNHA, EDGAR | Individual | CORPORATE OFFICER | — | 2014-09-24 |
| MELLO, CURTIS | Individual | CONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEE | — | 2020-01-01 |
| DAVIS, JENNIFER | Individual | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | — | 2015-07-27 |
Other facilities in NEW BEDFORD
| Name | Overall | Beds |
|---|---|---|
| OAKS, THE | ★★★★☆ | 122 |
| CARE ONE AT NEW BEDFORD | ★★★☆☆ | 154 |
| HATHAWAY MANOR EXTENDED CARE | ★★☆☆☆ | 142 |
| Brandon Woods of New Bedford | ★☆☆☆☆ | 135 |
| VANTAGE HEALTH & REHAB OF NEW BEDFORD | ★☆☆☆☆ | 80 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing Home Care Compare files (processed 2026-03-01). Citations show the 3 most recent inspection cycles.