Temple, TX · 23 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Temple's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $4,880–$7,320/mo
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Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare
1802 S 31St, Temple, TX 76504 · Bell County
33
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 55% full — availability is generally good.
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
Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Temple, TX, with 124 certified beds and an average of about 69 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Ensign Group network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.05 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.41 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 75%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 3 federal fines totaling $36,734 in the recent record.
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 (3.05 hrs/resident/day)
- •High staff turnover (75%)
- •$36,734 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Temple options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 124
- Avg. residents/day
- 69
- Ownership
- Government - Hospital district
- Part of a chain
- The Ensign Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 455637
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 | $4,880–$7,320/mo (median $5,900) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Killeen 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
- 3.05
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.41
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 75%
- 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)
- 6
- Federal fines
- 3 ($36,734)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2025-06-05
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (28 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-02-17Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom 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.
2025-08-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
2025-06-24Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom 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.
2025-06-24Severity 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.
2025-06-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2025-06-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
2024-11-21Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom 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.
2024-07-16Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-17 | Fine | $12,740 |
| 2025-06-24 | Fine | $15,167 |
| 2024-11-21 | Fine | $8,827 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
1802 S 31St, Temple, TX
- 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 Temple, TX area typically runs $4,880–$7,320 per month (median $5,900, 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 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare?
Staff provide about 3.05 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 75% (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 28 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare have availability?
Typically 55% full — availability is generally good. 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 Temple, TX offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 124 beds.
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