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907 Cunningham Road Kinston, NC 28501 · Lenoir County

(252) 527-5146

All 3 nursing homes in Kinston, NC (3 take Medicaid)

Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid 106 certified beds For profit

CMS certification number 345365 · See this home on Medicare Care Compare

Ratings come from CMS and are updated monthly; these are from October 2026. Check the latest inspection report and visit in person before you decide.

Is Signature Healthcare of Kinston a good nursing home? Reviews, ratings and inspection record

There are no official resident reviews of nursing homes: Medicare's Care Compare publishes inspections, staffing and quality data instead. Here is what that record shows for Signature Healthcare of Kinston as of October 2026.

CMS rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall, about the same as the North Carolina average of 3.0. Inspectors issued 20 citations in the last three years. CMS reports no fines or payment denials in that time. For short-term rehab patients CMS rates quality 1 out of 5; for long-term residents, 3 out of 5. Those results differ a lot, so ask about the unit your family member would be on.

Online reviews from families and residents are on Google Maps and other sites; they reflect individual experiences and aren't checked by CMS. The full inspection reports, including what inspectors observed, are on Medicare Care Compare.

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Staffing

Nursing staff spend about 3.62 hours per resident per day at Signature Healthcare of Kinston, about the same as the North Carolina median of 3.57 (US median: 3.72). About 0.52 of those hours are from registered nurses. On weekends it falls to 2.99 hours, 17% below its all-week average. Ask how weekends are staffed. 44.6% of nursing staff left within a year (North Carolina median 48.5%).

Nursing care per resident per day 3.62 hours
About the North Carolina median Registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and aides combined, from payroll records.
Registered nurse hours 0.52 per resident a day RNs handle assessments, medications and changes in condition.
Weekend nursing care 2.99 hours Per resident a day. A big drop from weekdays can mean thin weekend staffing.
Nursing staff turnover 44.6% a year Share of nursing staff who left over a year. Lower usually means steadier care.
Registered nurse turnover 25% a year Share of registered nurses who left over a year.
Administrators who left 0 in the past year Frequent leadership changes are worth asking about on a visit.

About this nursing home

Certified beds106
Residents per day 91 About 85% of beds filled, on average
OwnershipFor profit - Limited Liability company
Payment acceptedMedicare and Medicaid
Certified sinceMay 1991
Part of a chainSignature Healthcare
Legal business nameLP KINSTON LLC

Paying for care at Signature Healthcare of Kinston: Medicare and Medicaid

Signature Healthcare of Kinston is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. Medicare Part A can cover a short skilled-nursing or rehab stay here after a qualifying hospital stay of at least three inpatient days (observation days don't count), for up to 100 days per benefit period. Medicaid can pay for long-term care for residents who meet North Carolina's income and asset rules. Being certified doesn't guarantee a Medicaid bed is open, so ask whether the home accepts residents whose Medicaid application is still pending.

In 2026 Medicare covers days 1–20 in full after the Part A deductible ($1,736 per benefit period); for days 21–100 you pay $217 a day; after day 100 you pay all costs. Medicare doesn't pay for long-term custodial care. Medicare's coverage rules.

Health inspections

The most recent standard inspection was on December 9, 2025 and found 4 deficiencies, plus 4 from complaint inspections in the same period. In total, inspectors issued 20 citations in the last three years.

Each citation has a scope and severity letter from A to L. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.

What the inspections found

Over the last three years, inspectors issued 20 citations at Signature Healthcare of Kinston across 3 inspection dates, 5 of them from complaint investigations. None were at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy levels; 18 were "potential for more than minimal harm" (D–F) and 2 were minimal (A–C). The most common areas cited were resident assessment and care planning (7) and freedom from abuse, neglect, and exploitation (4). The most serious was cited under the CMS rule to "ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times" (tag F0809, level F, December 9, 2025). 4 citations were under CMS's abuse, neglect and exploitation rules.

December 9, 2025 · 8 citations · includes complaint inspection

FEnsure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0809 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 5, 2026)

DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 5, 2026)

DProtect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 5, 2026)

DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 5, 2026)

DPASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 2, 2026)

DProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 5, 2026)

DEnsure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 5, 2026)

BEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Potential for minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 · No revisit needed (Jan 2, 2026)

October 17, 2024 · 6 citations · includes complaint inspection

EEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 12, 2024)

DAllow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 12, 2024)

DGive residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 12, 2024)

DCoordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 12, 2024)

DSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 12, 2024)

BHonor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Potential for minimal harm · Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Nov 12, 2024)

July 13, 2023 · 6 citations

EDevelop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2023)

EEnsure 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.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2023)

DEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2023)

DEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2023)

DProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2023)

DSet up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2023)

Questions to ask on a tour of Signature Healthcare of Kinston

  1. CMS cited the home under its abuse and neglect rules on December 9, 2025. How are staff trained, and how are concerns reported?
  2. CMS rates staffing 2 out of 5. How many residents does each nurse aide care for on day, evening and night shifts?
  3. Weekend staffing is 17% below the all-week average. Who is on duty on Saturday nights?
  4. CMS rates short-stay quality 1 out of 5. How often do rehab patients go back to the hospital, and how many therapy sessions a week are typical?
  5. Do you have a Medicaid bed open now, and will you admit someone whose Medicaid application is still pending?
  6. When is the first care-plan meeting, and can family attend?

Questions come from this home's CMS data: its inspections, staffing and ownership record.

Fines and payment denials

CMS reports no fines or payment denials for this home in the last three years.

Rating history

CMS monthOverallInspectionStaffingQuality
October 2026 3/5 3/5 2/5 2/5
August 2026 3/5 3/5 2/5 2/5
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Location

Hospitals near Signature Healthcare of Kinston

The Medicare-certified hospitals closest to this nursing home, with their CMS data. Ask the home which hospital it usually sends residents to.

  • 1.1 mi
    Lenoir Memorial Hospital Kinston
    Emergency room ★★★★☆ Medicare overall 4 of 5
    Median ER visit 3h 14m for patients treated and sent home
  • 3.3 mi
    Caswell Center Kinston
    No ER listed in Medicare data
  • 23.1 mi
    Wayne Memorial Hospital Goldsboro
    Emergency room ★★★☆☆ Medicare overall 3 of 5
    Median ER visit 3h 10m for patients treated and sent home

Hospital ratings, ER visit times and more at Hospitals In Each State
Source: CMS Care Compare. Distances are approximate.

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NC State Veterans Home-Kinston Kinston · 3.4 mi away ★★☆☆☆ Inspection 2/5 · Staffing 4/5 100 beds · Medicaid
Greendale Forest Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Snow Hill · 11.3 mi away ★★☆☆☆ Inspection 2/5 · Staffing 3/5 115 beds · Medicaid
Ayden Court Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Ayden · 14.0 mi away ★☆☆☆☆ Inspection 1/5 · Staffing 2/5 82 beds · Medicaid
PruittHealth-Farmville Farmville · 19.8 mi away ★★★☆☆ Inspection 3/5 · Staffing 3/5 56 beds · Medicaid

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