Apex, NC · 107 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Apex's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,720–$11,320/mo
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Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare
1000 Tandal Place, Knightdale, NC 27545 · Wake County
We understand that the aging process is not a destination, but a journey — one that deserves to be lived with joy, purpose, and grace. Through innovation, compassion, and a deep commitment to every individual we serve, we are transforming the experience of aging, one life at a time. Whether it’s through customized car…
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 91% full (73 of 80 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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Knightdale
Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Knightdale, NC, with 80 certified beds and an average of about 73 residents per day. It operates as part of the Avardis Health network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.30 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.29 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 10 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $15,642 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓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
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.30 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Knightdale options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 80
- Avg. residents/day
- 73
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Avardis Health
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 345436
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 | $8,720–$11,320/mo (median $9,740) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Raleigh 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
- 3.30
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.29
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 36.5%
- 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)
- 10
- Federal fines
- 1 ($15,642)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-11-18
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (24 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-11-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
2025-11-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2025-11-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
2025-11-18Severity D — 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.
2025-11-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2025-11-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-11-18Severity 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.
2025-11-18Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed …
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-09-04 | Fine | $15,642 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
1000 Tandal Place, Knightdale, NC
- 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 Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare
How much does Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare cost?
Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Knightdale, NC area typically runs $8,720–$11,320 per month (median $9,740, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare?
Staff provide about 3.30 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare?
Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare has 24 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-11-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare have availability?
Typically 91% full (73 of 80 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare offer?
Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare in Knightdale, NC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 80 beds.
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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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