What is the average nursing home staffing level in Providence?

Providence nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 3.77 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.72 RN HPRD. The Rhode Island state average is 4.22 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.

How do I choose a nursing home in Providence?

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 Providence?

Yes — Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island-specific limits and the look-back period.

CMS PBJ Data · 2026

Providence, RI Nursing Home Staffing

7 facilities · City avg 3.77 HPRD · 0 rated 5 stars

Facilities

3.77

Avg Total HPRD

0.72

Avg RN HPRD

0/7

5-Star Rated

Benchmarks: Rhode Island avg 4.22 total HPRD / 0.92 RN · National avg 3.89 total / 0.69 RN · Federal minimum 3.48 total / 0.55 RN

All Nursing Homes in Providence

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

Steere House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Providence, RI · Non profit

4★

5★

4.64

0.93

⚠ 3 CMS fines on record

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Elmwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Providence, RI · For profit

3★

4★

3.33

0.73

Bethany Home of Rhode Island

Providence, RI · Non profit

3★

4★

4.84

1.45

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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Adviniacare Providence Dodge Rehab Center, LLC

Providence, RI · For profit

2★

2★

3.06

0.48

⚠ 2 CMS fines on record

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Elmhurst Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Providence, RI · For profit

2★

2★

3.59

0.44

⚠ 4 CMS fines on record

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Berkshire Place

Providence, RI · For profit

2★

2★

3.47

0.49

⚠ 11 CMS fines on record

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AdviniaCare Summit Commons, LLC

Providence, RI · For profit

1★

4★

3.46

0.50

⚠ 8 CMS fines on record

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average nursing home staffing level in Providence?: Providence nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 3.77 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.72 RN HPRD. The Rhode Island state average is 4.22 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.
How do I choose a nursing home in Providence?: 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 Providence?: Yes — Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island-specific limits and the look-back period.

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