About Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital
Nursing home overview and details
Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital is a government-operated nursing home in Waimea, HI, serving Kauai County and the surrounding community. The facility has 20 certified beds with an average daily census of 20 residents.
Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1973, bringing 53 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with HAWAII HEALTH SYSTEMS CORPORATION, which provides administrative support and oversight. This nursing facility is located within a hospital campus, providing convenient access to acute medical services when needed.
CMS has assigned this facility a 2-star quality rating. Families are encouraged to review the detailed quality and safety measures below. When choosing a nursing home in Waimea, HI, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.
At a Glance
Quality Ratings
CMS quality performance measures
Below Average
CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating
Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital has received a 2-star overall quality rating from CMS. Families considering this facility may want to discuss quality improvement efforts with the administration and review the detailed inspection and staffing data below.
Health Inspection
Poor
Quality Measures
Excellent
Staffing
Excellent
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data
Staffing
Nurse staffing hours and turnover
Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital provides 4.75 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 1.72 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 13.6%, which is lower than many facilities, suggesting staff stability. RN-specific turnover is 12.5%. Weekend staffing averages 4.32 hours per resident per day.
Safety & Compliance
Regulatory record and safety data
Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital is designated as a Special Focus Facility (SFF) by CMS, meaning it has a history of serious quality issues and is under enhanced oversight, and has received 1 fine totaling $34,300. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.
Special Focus Facility
This facility is designated as a Special Focus Facility (SFF) by CMS, meaning it has a history of serious quality issues and is under enhanced oversight.
Doctors at Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital
1 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital
What is the CMS rating for Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital?
Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital has a 2-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.
How many beds does Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital have?
Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital has 20 certified beds with an average daily census of 20 residents.
What type of facility is Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital?
Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital is a government - state nursing home serving Kauai County in Waimea, HI.
How many doctors practice at Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital?
1 physicians are affiliated with Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Does Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital have any safety concerns?
Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.
Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·