Robert Packer Hospital Skilled Care and Rehabilit
Nursing Home · Towanda, PA
CMS certification number395333
Contact & location
91 Hospital DriveTowanda, PA 18848
Bradford County
- Phone
- (570) 268-2239
- ZIP code
- 18848 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 68
- Residents per day
- 65.1 (96% occupied)
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Legal name
- Robert Packer Hospital
- Chain
- Guthrie (2 facilities, avg 2.0★)
- Medicare certified since
- December 1, 1975
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Council
- Resident council
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- 3.77 (state 3.89 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 0.64 (state 0.79 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 1.23 (state 0.91 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 1.90 (state 2.19 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 2.65 (state 3.53 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- 23.0 (state 44.5 · U.S. 45.8)%
- RN turnover
- 38.5 (state 39.9 · U.S. 42.9)%
- Administrators who left
- 0 in the last year
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- January 13, 2026
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 8.0 (state 10.1 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 1
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 18 health · 14 fire safety · includes actual harm
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-13 | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. F0887 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-30 |
| 2026-01-13 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-30 |
| 2026-01-13 | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. F0685 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-30 |
| 2026-01-13 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-28 |
| 2026-01-13 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-11-25 |
| 2026-01-13 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-30 |
| 2026-01-13 | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. F0791 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-30 |
| 2026-01-13 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-28 |
| 2025-02-12 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-03-04 |
| 2025-02-12 | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. F0744 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-03-04 |
| 2025-01-06 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2025-01-22 |
| 2024-03-08 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. F0607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-17 |
| 2024-03-08 | Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home. F0568 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-17 |
| 2024-03-08 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. F0582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-17 |
| 2024-03-08 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-17 |
| 2024-03-08 | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. F0744 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-17 |
| 2024-03-08 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. F0758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-17 |
| 2024-03-08 | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. F0881 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-17 |
Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results
Fines & penalties
1 penalty in the last three years, including $33,027 in fines.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-06 | Fine | $33,027 |
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Macafee, Francis (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Saggiomo, Lucia (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| The Guthrie Clinic (organization) | Direct Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Saggiomo, Lucia (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of Robert Packer Hospital Skilled Care and Rehabilit?
Robert Packer Hospital Skilled Care and Rehabilit has a 2-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.0-star average in Pennsylvania.
How many beds does Robert Packer Hospital Skilled Care and Rehabilit have?
It has 68 certified beds and cares for about 65 residents per day.
Has Robert Packer Hospital Skilled Care and Rehabilit been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty totaling $33,027 in the last three years.
Who owns Robert Packer Hospital Skilled Care and Rehabilit?
It is part of Guthrie and is classified as non profit - corporation. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.
What is the phone number of Robert Packer Hospital Skilled Care and Rehabilit?
(570) 268-2239. The facility is located at 91 Hospital Drive, Towanda, PA 18848.
Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.