Samaritan Senior Village, INC
Scout 43Watertown, NY · 168 beds
2.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Watertown.
Est. $11,360–$13,900/mo
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Samaritan Keep Nursing Home INC
133 Pratt St, Watertown, NY 13601 · Jefferson County
The Samaritan Keep Home is a 272-bed long term care facility connected to the Samaritan Medical Center campus in Watertown, NY. This residential care facility provides a full range of skilled nursing assistance, rehabilitative therapies, social and recreational activities, a medical model adult day healthcare program …
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 91% full (247 of 272 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
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Samaritan Keep Nursing Home INC is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Watertown, NY, with 272 certified beds and an average of about 247 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.81 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.24 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $76,137 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.81 hrs/resident/day)
- •$76,137 in federal fines
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Watertown options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 272
- Avg. residents/day
- 247
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 335431
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 | $11,360–$13,900/mo (median $12,300) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Watertown 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
- 3.81
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.24
- National avg ≈ 0.75
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 11
- Federal fines
- 2 ($76,137)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2024-03-01
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
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.
2026-03-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
2026-03-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2026-03-20Severity 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.
2026-02-20Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom 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.
2024-04-01Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2024-03-01Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2024-03-01Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
2024-03-01Severity D — potential for harmInfection 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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-20 | Fine | $14,020 |
| 2023-08-08 | Fine | $62,117 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Library
Location
133 Pratt St, Watertown, NY
Reviews & reputation
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How much does Samaritan Keep Nursing Home INC cost?
Samaritan Keep Nursing Home INC does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Watertown, NY area typically runs $11,360–$13,900 per month (median $12,300, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Samaritan Keep Nursing Home INC's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Samaritan Keep Nursing Home INC 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Samaritan Keep Nursing Home INC?
Staff provide about 3.81 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Samaritan Keep Nursing Home INC?
Samaritan Keep Nursing Home INC has 25 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-03-01). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Samaritan Keep Nursing Home INC have availability?
Typically 91% full (247 of 272 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Samaritan Keep Nursing Home INC offer?
Samaritan Keep Nursing Home INC in Watertown, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 272 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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