Tacoma, WA

Avalon Healthcare - Tacoma

1-star overall rating with 1-star inspections with 28 recent health deficiencies with 41 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

7411 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, WA

(253) 474-8456

Compare this facility

Overall

1 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

1 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

3 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

4 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

81

Certified beds

Average residents

51

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

Avamere

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1968-02-08

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.97

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.93

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

2.96

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

4.12

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

0%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

0%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 92.4%
96.0%
3.6 pts worse
93.4%
1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
93.8%
6.2 pts better
95.5%
4.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 0.6%
2.6%
2 pts better
3.3%
2.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 4.4%
16.3%
11.9 pts better
11.4%
7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.3%
5.8%
1.5 pts better
5.4%
1.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 20.1%
12.1%
8 pts worse
19.6%
0.5 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 28.2%
15.9%
12.3 pts worse
16.7%
11.5 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained 0.0%
0.1%
0.1 pts better
0.1%
0.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 19.5%
20.0%
0.5 pts better
16.3%
3.2 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 7.0%
15.8%
8.8 pts better
14.9%
7.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 0.0%
1.2%
1.2 pts better
1.0%
1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.6%
1.7%
1.1 pts better
1.7%
1.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 17.3%
23.5%
6.2 pts better
19.8%
2.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 9.0%
4.7%
4.3 pts worse
5.1%
3.9 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 61.1%
87.7%
26.6 pts worse
81.7%
20.6 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 8.5%
13.2%
4.7 pts better
12.0%
3.5 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 2.7%
1.4%
1.3 pts worse
1.6%
1.1 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 62.3%
82.0%
19.7 pts worse
79.7%
17.4 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 21.0%
19.9%
1.1 pts worse
23.9%
2.9 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-07-30 · Fire 2025-07-30

28 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (10 deficiencies)

41 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (21 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2024-10-09 · Fire 2024-10-09

33 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (10 deficiencies)

17 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (7 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2023-11-09 · Fire 2023-11-09

20 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (5 deficiencies)

9 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (6 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

J · Immediate jeopardy 2025-07-30

K211 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

E15 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

E18 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

E20 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

E22 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish policies and procedures for sheltering.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

E23 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

E24 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

E25 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

E26 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

E30 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

List the names and contact information of those in the facility.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

E31 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide emergency officials' contact information.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

E32 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide primary/alternate means for communication.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

E33 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish methods for sharing information.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

E34 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

E35 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide family notifications of emergency plan.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

E36 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish emergency prep training and testing.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

E37 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish staff and initial training requirements.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

E4 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

E6 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

E7 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

E9 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

K293 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

Corrected 2025-09-19

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

K346 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

K354 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

K711 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

Corrected 2025-09-19

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

K741 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

K914 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2025-09-19

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

K926 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.

Corrected 2025-08-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

K222 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

Corrected 2025-08-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2025-08-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2025-08-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

K355 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Corrected 2025-08-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2025-08-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

E30 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

List the names and contact information of those in the facility.

Corrected 2024-11-04

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

E31 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide emergency officials' contact information.

Corrected 2024-11-04

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

E32 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide primary/alternate means for communication.

Corrected 2024-11-04

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

E37 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish staff and initial training requirements.

Corrected 2024-12-06

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Corrected 2024-12-12

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

E4 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

Corrected 2024-11-04

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2024-11-04

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2024-12-03

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

K372 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

Corrected 2024-11-04

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2024-11-04

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Corrected 2024-12-06

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

K926 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.

Corrected 2024-12-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2024-12-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2024-11-04

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

K362 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.

Corrected 2024-11-04

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

K374 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

Corrected 2024-12-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

K781 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.

Corrected 2024-11-04

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

E4 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

Corrected 2023-12-06

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2023-12-06

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2023-12-06

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Corrected 2023-12-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

K222 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

Corrected 2023-12-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

K346 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.

Corrected 2023-12-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

K354 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

Corrected 2023-12-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

K372 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

Corrected 2023-12-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

K374 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

Corrected 2023-12-06

Inspection history

Recent health citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Corrected 2025-09-10

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-09-10

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor 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.

Corrected 2025-09-10

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F604 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Corrected 2025-09-10

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Corrected 2025-09-10

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2025-09-10

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Corrected 2025-09-10

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F791 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Corrected 2025-09-10

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F881 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Corrected 2025-09-10

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F883 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Corrected 2025-09-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F605 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Corrected 2025-09-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F628 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

Corrected 2025-09-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F637 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

Corrected 2025-09-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Corrected 2025-09-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Corrected 2025-09-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F679 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Corrected 2025-09-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2025-09-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Corrected 2025-09-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2025-09-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Corrected 2025-09-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F693 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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 2025-09-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F790 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.

Corrected 2025-09-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2025-09-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-30

F919 · Environmental Deficiencies

Health

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Corrected 2025-09-10

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-07

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2025-06-10

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-11

F660 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.

Corrected 2025-04-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-11

F807 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.

Corrected 2025-04-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-11

F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Corrected 2025-04-15

G · Actual harm 2024-12-30

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2025-01-14

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Corrected 2024-11-22

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F565 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

Corrected 2024-11-22

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F567 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.

Corrected 2024-11-22

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F568 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.

Corrected 2024-11-22

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor 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.

Corrected 2024-11-22

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2024-11-22

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Corrected 2024-11-22

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2024-11-22

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Corrected 2024-11-22

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F808 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

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 2024-11-22

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F881 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Corrected 2024-11-22

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F883 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Corrected 2024-11-22

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F887 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2024-11-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2024-11-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F561 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

Corrected 2024-11-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F585 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

Corrected 2024-11-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F623 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Corrected 2024-11-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F625 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

Corrected 2024-11-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Corrected 2024-11-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F644 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-11-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Corrected 2024-11-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Corrected 2024-11-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F679 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Corrected 2024-11-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Corrected 2024-11-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

Corrected 2024-11-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2024-11-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Corrected 2024-11-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-11-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Corrected 2024-11-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2024-11-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2024-11-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-09

F791 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Corrected 2024-11-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-26

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2024-02-27

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

F565 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

Corrected 2023-12-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor 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.

Corrected 2023-12-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2023-12-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

F756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Corrected 2023-12-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Corrected 2023-12-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2023-12-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2023-12-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

F552 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

Corrected 2023-12-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

F655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Corrected 2023-12-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2023-12-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Corrected 2023-12-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-12-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

F698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Corrected 2023-12-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-09

F732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Health

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Corrected 2023-12-21

C · Minimal harm 2023-11-09

F625 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

Corrected 2023-12-21

C · Minimal harm 2023-11-09

F847 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.

Corrected 2023-12-21

C · Minimal harm 2023-11-09

F848 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Provide a neutral and fair arbitration process and agree to arbitrator and venue.

Corrected 2023-12-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-03

F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor 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.

Corrected 2023-12-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-01

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2023-09-20

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1-star overall rating with 1-star inspections with $293,221 in total fines with 21 recent health deficiencies with 8 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

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1 / 5
Staffing
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Fines
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Tacoma, WA

5-star overall rating with 5-star inspections with $36,446 in total fines with 2 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

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5 / 5
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2 / 5
Fines
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Tacoma, WA

1-star overall rating with 1-star inspections with Special Focus status with $196,648 in total fines with 29 recent health deficiencies with 10 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

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1 / 5
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Staffing
2 / 5
Fines
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