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The Woods, a Nightingale Community

1194 N CHESTER ST, MONTICELLO, AR, 71655
(870) 367-6852
nrcmonticello.com
122 licensed beds
★★★★★1/5CMS Five-Star overall1/5 health inspections4/5 staffing2/5 quality measuresSource: CMS Care Compare

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Public record summary

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Bed capacity
122
CMS facility ID
045176
Care type
Nursing home
County
Drew
Facility name
The Woods, a Nightingale Community
Street address
1194 N CHESTER ST
City / state / ZIP
Monticello, AR 71655
Phone
(870) 367-6852
Website
nrcmonticello.com

About this facility — The Woods, a Nightingale Community

The Woods, a Nightingale Community is a Medicare/Medicaid-certified skilled nursing facility in Monticello, Arkansas. It is licensed for 122 beds — above the median for skilled nursing facilities in Arkansas (106 beds).

It is one of 3 senior care facilities in Monticello and 221 skilled nursing facilities across Arkansas. Families comparing options should weigh inspection history, ownership record, and litigation — not just the tour — before deciding.

Federal inspectors have cited The Woods, a Nightingale Community 45 times across 11 inspections in the last three years, including 7 food-safety citations, and CMS has imposed $15,940 in fines. Every citation is listed, dated, and graded in the inspection record below.

This listing draws on federal CMS Nursing Home Compare records, and was last updated on August 31, 2026. Background reports are compiled from primary sources — state inspection files, federal CMS data, corporate registrations, and court records — at the time of order.

Facility background

What the public record shows.

Ownership & operator

Parent company
Nightingale
Ownership type
For profit - Limited Liability company

Registered owners & officers

Ardj Llc
Direct owner · Additional disclosable party — 33% stake — since 2022
Braun, Dov
Indirect owner — 23% stake — since 2022
Cutlass Op Family Trust Ii
Indirect owner — 23% stake — since 2022
Isaac, Steven
Indirect owner — 22% stake — since 2022
Sri Family Irrevocable Trust
Indirect owner — 11% stake — since 2022
Donaldson, Vickie
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2023
Independence Arkansas Hcm Llc
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2022
Jakobowitch, David
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2022
Monticello Realty Holdings, Llc
Additional disclosable party — since 2026
Portnoy, Riki
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2022
Simon, Tim
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2022

Regulatory standing

Federal court records
20 naming its parent company — view the cases (a listed case is not a finding of wrongdoing)
Licensed / certified since
1991-11-01
CMS overall rating
1 of 5 stars
Health deficiencies
7 at the last standard inspection
Federal fines
$15,940 total
Last standard inspection
2025-07-03
Nurse staffing
3.9 hours per resident per day

Cost & payer profile (FY2024 cost report)

Average billed charges
$295 per day (≈ $8,970/month). Private-pay prices typically track billed charges; Medicare and Medicaid pay set rates.
Payer mix (resident days)
70% Medicaid · 5% Medicare · 25% private/other
Occupancy
59% (fiscal year 2024)
Vs. state median
10% below the AR median of $329/day — full state cost breakdown

Services & coverage

Licensed beds
122
Medicare
Accepted
Medicaid
Accepted
Wheelchair accessible
entrance and parking
Visiting hours
Daily Open 24 hours
Compiled from CMS Nursing Home Compare; owners/officers from the CMS Ownership dataset; cost & occupancy from the facility's own CMS cost report; hours/accessibility via Google · last verified 2026-08-31. Facilities can submit a correction.

Inspection record

Every citation, dated and graded.

Kitchen & food safety

Federal surveyors inspect the kitchen at every standard visit. This facility has 7 food-safety citations on its three-year record — flagged below among the inspections.
2026-06-11Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0689
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-07-03Health inspectionComplaint-triggered8 citations
F-0550
E · No harm found
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2025-07-07
F-0641
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2025-07-07
F-0656
D · No harm found
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2025-07-07
F-0689
J · Immediate jeopardyFrom a complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2025-07-07
F-0693
D · No harm found
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected 2025-07-07
F-0804
E · No harm foundFood safety
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2025-07-07
F-0812
E · No harm foundFood safety
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2025-07-07
F-0880
E · No harm found
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-07-07
7 earlier / fire-safety inspections (36 citations)
2025-03-21Health inspectionComplaint-triggered2 citations
F-0690
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2025-04-04
F-0880
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-04-04
2024-09-26Health inspectionComplaint-triggered5 citations
F-0623
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected 2024-10-25
F-0676
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected 2024-10-25
F-0690
E · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2024-10-25
F-0693
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected 2024-10-25
F-0880
E · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-10-25
2024-04-04Health inspectionComplaint-triggered6 citations
F-0567
C · No harm found
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Corrected 2024-04-04
F-0568
C · No harm found
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Corrected 2024-04-04
F-0677
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2024-05-03
F-0804
E · No harm foundFood safety
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2024-05-03
F-0812
F · No harm foundFood safety
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2024-05-03
F-0921
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected 2024-05-03
2023-03-30Health inspection15 citations
F-0582
E · No harm found
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected 2023-04-28
F-0637
D · No harm found
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected 2023-04-28
F-0641
E · No harm found
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2023-04-28
F-0645
D · No harm found
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected 2023-04-28
F-0656
D · No harm found
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2023-04-28
F-0677
E · No harm found
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2023-04-28
F-0689
D · No harm found
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-04-26
F-0695
E · No harm found
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2023-04-28
F-0805
D · No harm foundFood safety
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected 2023-04-28
F-0808
D · No harm foundFood safety
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
Corrected 2023-04-26
F-0812
F · No harm foundFood safety
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2023-04-28
F-0880
E · No harm found
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2023-04-28
F-0882
E · No harm found
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Corrected 2023-04-28
F-0883
E · No harm found
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected 2023-04-28
F-0885
F · No harm found
Report COVID19 data to residents and families.
Corrected 2023-04-28
2025-07-03Fire-safety inspection3 citations
K-0341
F · No harm found
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Corrected 2025-07-22
K-0347
F · No harm found
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Corrected 2025-07-22
K-0521
E · No harm found
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
2024-04-04Fire-safety inspection3 citations
K-0347
E · No harm found
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Corrected 2024-05-03
K-0521
C · No harm found
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2024-05-03
K-0925
E · No harm found
Ensure that sources of ignition are removed from patients receiving respiratory therapy.
Corrected 2024-05-03
2023-03-30Fire-safety inspection2 citations
K-0347
E · No harm found
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Corrected 2023-04-26
K-0521
C · No harm found
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2023-05-01

Federal penalties

2025-07-03Fine$15,940
Citations and penalties from the CMS Provider Data Catalog (three-year survey window, refreshed monthly). Severity codes follow the federal scope/severity grid; “Immediate jeopardy” is the most serious grade CMS issues. CCN 045176.

Visitor reviews

What people say on Google.
4.518 ratings on Google
★★★★★Curt Preston · 2026-06-26 · via Google

“The Woods took excellent care of my mom during her stay for in-house rehab. The staff was caring, professional, and attentive. We truly appreciate everything they did for her”

★★★★★annette mckinney · 2025-11-20 · via Google

“The Woods staff is simply amazing!!! They take great care of my mother and Uncle Donald!! During their stay they have both had their life saved because of the quick action of their staff!! Especially Rhonda Cruse Director of Nursing!! She definitely goes the extra mile!”

★★★★Richard Banks · 2025-09-30 · via Google

“I can confidently say it’s an exceptional facility. The staff is incredibly compassionate and attentive, truly going above and beyond to ensure residents feel comfortable and cared for. The environment is warm and inviting, featuring clean, well-maintained spaces that promote both relaxation and community. Activities are thoughtfully planned to engage residents and enhance their quality of life. K…”

Ratings and reviews are from Google and reflect visitor opinions, not our verification. See all reviews on Google

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Original records

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Source
CMS Nursing Home Compare
data.cms.gov Provider Data Catalog
Last verified 2026-08-31
Source
Google Business Profile
Photos, reviews & hours
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