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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Kulana Malama
91-1360 Karayan Street, Ewa Beach, HI 96706 · Honolulu County
Kulana Malama is a pediatric medical facility in Ewa Beach, Hawaiʻi offering a cheerful, home-like environment for medically fragile children—specialized care, respite, and family support.
91
ExceptionalHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
Photos via google places, facility website.
Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 100% full (34 of 33 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
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.
One of Ewa Beach's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Kulana Malama is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Ewa Beach, HI, with 33 certified beds and an average of about 34 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 10.37 total nurse hours per resident each day (5.46 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 12 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $14,069 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (10.37 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
- •12 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Ewa Beach for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 33
- Avg. residents/day
- 34
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 125057
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
- 10.37
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 5.46
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 38.6%
- 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)
- 12
- Federal fines
- 1 ($14,069)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2024-06-06
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (25 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-09-26Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2025-06-18Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
2025-06-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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.
2025-06-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-06-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Provide or arrange emergency care by a doctor 24 hours a day.
2025-06-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
2024-06-06Severity 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.
2024-06-06Severity 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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-18 | Fine | $14,069 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
91-1360 Karayan Street, Ewa Beach, HI
- Monday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Thursday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Sunday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Kulana Malama
How much does Kulana Malama cost?
Kulana Malama does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Ewa Beach, 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 Kulana Malama's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Kulana Malama 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Kulana Malama?
Staff provide about 10.37 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Kulana Malama?
Kulana Malama has 25 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-06-06). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Kulana Malama have availability?
Typically 100% full (34 of 33 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Kulana Malama offer?
Kulana Malama in Ewa Beach, HI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 33 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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