Skilled Nursing
Kaneohe, HI · 44 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Kaneohe's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,470–$18,160/mo
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Islands Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
1205 Alexander Street, Honolulu, HI 96826 · Honolulu County
43
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 82% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Honolulu
Islands Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Honolulu, HI, with 42 certified beds and an average of about 34 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 5.97 total nurse hours per resident each day (2.90 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 14 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $89,206 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (5.97 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •14 deficiencies at last survey
- •$89,206 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Honolulu options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 42
- Avg. residents/day
- 34
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 125067
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $14,470–$18,160/mo (median $15,870) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Urban Honolulu prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 5.97
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 2.90
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 38.2%
- 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)
- 14
- Federal fines
- 1 ($89,206)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-04-30
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (64 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-04-30Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
2025-04-30Severity F — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
2025-04-30Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-04-30Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2025-04-30Severity 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.
2025-04-30Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2025-04-30Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
2025-04-30Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-05-16 | Fine | $89,206 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
Location
1205 Alexander Street, Honolulu, HI
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Islands Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
How much does Islands Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation cost?
Islands Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Honolulu, HI area typically runs $14,470–$18,160 per month (median $15,870, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Islands Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Islands Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Islands Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation?
Staff provide about 5.97 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Islands Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation?
Islands Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation has 64 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-30). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Islands Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation have availability?
Typically 82% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Islands Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation offer?
Islands Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation in Honolulu, HI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 42 beds.
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