Breckinridge Memorial Nursing Facility in Hardinsburg, KY has an overall 4-star rating, with strong staffing and quality scores (5 stars each) and nurse staffing above the federal benchmark, but a weaker 2-star health inspection rating and a recent federal penalty with $10,364 in fines.
Last inspection: March 5, 2026Penalties, last 24 months: $10,364recent federal penalty
Federal guidance recommends at least 4.1 nursing hours per resident each day. This facility reports 4.9417.
Staffing detail
Registered nurses
1.71
Licensed practical nurses
0.02
Nurse aides
3.21
Weekend nursing
4.29
Hours per resident per day.
Total staff turnover: 40%
Registered nurse turnover: 0%
Resident outcomes
Each measure compares a year ago with the most recent quarter. Green means the facility moved the right way; red means the wrong way.
Negative outcomes
Lower is better — fewer affected residents. A decrease is good (green); an increase is concerning (red).
Last yrNowTrend
Long-stay residents on antipsychotic medication
—26.3%—
Residents with a fall causing major injury
—0%—
Residents with pressure ulcers (bedsores)
—0%—
Residents with a urinary tract infection
—1.5%—
Residents who lost too much weight
—3.1%—
Residents who were physically restrained
—0%—
Residents needing more help with daily activities
—6.5%—
Residents whose ability to walk got worse
—5.4%—
Long-stay residents on antianxiety or sleep medication
—22.1%—
Residents with a long-term catheter
—0%—
Residents with new or worsening incontinence
—15.6%—
Residents with depressive symptoms
—0%—
Positive outcomes
Higher is better — e.g. vaccinations. An increase is good (green); a decrease is concerning (red).
Last yrNowTrend
Long-stay residents given the pneumonia vaccine
—83.8%—
What the inspectors found
The nursing home failed to develop and carry out a complete care plan that met each resident’s needs with clear steps and timelines. Cited January 2025 — isolated incident, immediate jeopardy to residents.
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F-Tag 656 — 42 CFR §483.21(b)(1) — S/S: J
The nursing home failed to keep the area free of hazards and provide enough supervision to prevent accidents. Cited January 2025 — isolated incident, immediate jeopardy to residents.
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F-Tag 689 — 42 CFR §483.25(d) — S/S: J
The home failed to make sure food was safely sourced, stored, prepared, and served according to professional standards. Cited March 2026 — widespread issue, potential for harm.
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F-Tag 812 — 42 CFR §483.60(i) — S/S: F
The home failed to ensure residents had reasonable access to and privacy when using communication methods. Cited January 2025 — widespread issue, potential for harm.
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F-Tag 576 — 42 CFR §483.10 — S/S: F
The nursing home failed to protect residents from abuse and neglect by others. Cited January 2025 — isolated incident, potential for harm.
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F-Tag 600 — 42 CFR §483.12 — S/S: D
Recent history
STAFFING
Reported nurse staffing met or exceeded the federal recommendation.
INSPECTION
Health inspection found 1 health deficiency.
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PENALTY
A federal fine of $5,182 was recorded.
INSPECTION
Health inspection found 5 health deficiencies.
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INSPECTION
Health inspection found 1 health deficiency.
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Penalties & enforcement
On record with Medicare: 2 fines · $10,364 in total fines.
Federal fine
Jan 3, 2025
$5,182
Operator & ownership
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Occupancy
18 residents on an average day (100% of 18 beds)
Resident voice
Resident council
Medicare history
Certified for 34 years
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Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services — public records, updated monthly. GoodStanding presents official records with plain-language summaries. Always visit a facility in person.