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Good Shepherd Nursing Home

159 Edgington Lane, Wheeling, WV 26003 · Ohio County

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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 92% full (176 of 192 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Wheeling

Good Shepherd Nursing Home is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Wheeling, WV, with 192 certified beds and an average of about 176 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.65 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.47 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 41.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 13 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.65 hrs/resident/day)
•13 deficiencies at last survey

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Wheeling for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 192
Avg. residents/day: 176
Ownership: Non profit - Church related
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 515038

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$11,690–$13,970/mo (median $12,510)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Wheeling prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.65; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.47; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 41.3%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 13
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-08-22
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (32 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-08-22Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

2025-08-22Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-08-22Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

2025-08-22Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

2025-08-22Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

2025-08-22Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-08-22Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

2025-08-22Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Gardens / walking paths

Location

159 Edgington Lane, Wheeling, WV

Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Good Shepherd Nursing Home

How much does Good Shepherd Nursing Home cost?

Good Shepherd Nursing Home does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Wheeling, WV area typically runs $11,690–$13,970 per month (median $12,510, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Good Shepherd Nursing Home's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Good Shepherd Nursing Home 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Good Shepherd Nursing Home?

Staff provide about 3.65 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 41.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Good Shepherd Nursing Home?

Good Shepherd Nursing Home has 32 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-22). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Good Shepherd Nursing Home have availability?

Typically 92% full (176 of 192 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Good Shepherd Nursing Home offer?

Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Wheeling, WV offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 192 beds.

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