What is the average nursing home staffing level in New Orleans?

New Orleans nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 3.91 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.27 RN HPRD. The Louisiana state average is 3.28 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.

How do I choose a nursing home in New Orleans?

Start with the CMS staffing star rating (target 4–5 stars) and total HPRD above 3.89. Check RN HPRD (target ≥ 1.0), weekend staffing levels, staff turnover (below 30% is excellent), and penalty/fine history. Request a tour and ask about staff-to-resident ratios on evenings and weekends specifically.

Does Medicaid cover nursing homes in New Orleans?

Yes — Louisiana Medicaid covers skilled nursing facility care for eligible residents. You must meet income and asset limits and receive a level-of-care determination. Check our Medicaid eligibility tool for Louisiana-specific limits and the look-back period.

CMS PBJ Data · 2026

New Orleans, LA Nursing Home Staffing

11 facilities · City avg 3.91 HPRD · 1 rated 5 stars

Facilities

3.91

Avg Total HPRD

0.27

Avg RN HPRD

1/11

5-Star Rated

Benchmarks: Louisiana avg 3.28 total HPRD / 0.48 RN · National avg 3.89 total / 0.69 RN · Federal minimum 3.48 total / 0.55 RN

All Nursing Homes in New Orleans

Sorted by CMS overall star rating. Click any facility for full staffing charts and penalty history.

JOHN J HAINKEL JR HOME AND REHABILITATION CENTER

NEW ORLEANS, LA · Non profit

5★

4★

4.40

0.39

JO ELLEN SMITH CONVALESCENT CENTER

NEW ORLEANS, LA · For profit

4★

2★

3.67

0.15

OUR LADY OF WISDOM COMMUNITY CARE CENTER

NEW ORLEANS, LA · Non profit

4★

3★

4.24

0.25

Willow Wood at Woldenberg Village

NEW ORLEANS, LA · Non profit

3★

2★

4.37

0.19

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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COVENANT HOME

NEW ORLEANS, LA · Non profit

3★

3★

3.20

0.49

St. Margaret's Daughters Home

New Orleans, LA · For profit

2★

3★

4.08

0.32

Chateau De Notre Dame Community Care Center

New Orleans, LA · Non profit

2★

3★

4.12

0.31

Ferncrest Manor Living Center

New Orleans, LA · For profit

1★

1★

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⚠ 3 CMS fines on record

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ST BERNARD NURSING & REHAB

NEW ORLEANS, LA · For profit

1★

1★

3.11

0.15

St Jude's Health & Wellness Center

New Orleans, LA · Non profit

1★

3★

4.14

0.26

⚠ 6 CMS fines on record

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LAFON NURSING FACILITY OF THE HOLY FAMILY

NEW ORLEANS, LA · Non profit

1★

2★

3.80

0.19

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average nursing home staffing level in New Orleans?: New Orleans nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 3.91 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.27 RN HPRD. The Louisiana state average is 3.28 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.
How do I choose a nursing home in New Orleans?: Start with the CMS staffing star rating (target 4–5 stars) and total HPRD above 3.89. Check RN HPRD (target ≥ 1.0), weekend staffing levels, staff turnover (below 30% is excellent), and penalty/fine history. Request a tour and ask about staff-to-resident ratios on evenings and weekends specifically.
Does Medicaid cover nursing homes in New Orleans?: Yes — Louisiana Medicaid covers skilled nursing facility care for eligible residents. You must meet income and asset limits and receive a level-of-care determination. Check our Medicaid eligibility tool for Louisiana-specific limits and the look-back period.

Data: CMS Payroll-Based Journal via Care Compare. Updated every 24 hours via ISR.