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Nazareth Home Clifton

2120 Payne Street, Louisville, KY 40206 · Jefferson County

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Exceptional

Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 93% full (105 of 113 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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One of Louisville's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Nazareth Home Clifton is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Louisville, KY, with 113 certified beds and an average of about 105 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 4.64 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.89 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 1 health deficiency at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.64 hrs/resident/day)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 113
Avg. residents/day: 105
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 185442

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	$8,560–$11,300/mo (median $9,640)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Louisville/Jefferson County 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: 4.64; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.89; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 47.8%; 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): 1
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-05-08
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (17 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-05-08Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

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, compar…

2023-11-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

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

2023-11-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2023-11-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

2023-11-22Severity 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.

2023-11-22Severity 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.

2023-11-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

2023-11-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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
✓ Memory care
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Concierge services

Location

2120 Payne Street, Louisville, KY

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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Common questions about Nazareth Home Clifton

How much does Nazareth Home Clifton cost?

Nazareth Home Clifton does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Louisville, KY area typically runs $8,560–$11,300 per month (median $9,640, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Nazareth Home Clifton's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Nazareth Home Clifton 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 Nazareth Home Clifton?

Staff provide about 4.64 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Nazareth Home Clifton?

Nazareth Home Clifton has 17 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-08). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Nazareth Home Clifton have availability?

Typically 93% full (105 of 113 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Nazareth Home Clifton offer?

Nazareth Home Clifton in Louisville, KY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 113 beds.

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