Wapato, WA

Emerald Care

5-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with 8 recent health deficiencies with 10 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

209 North Ahtanum Avenue, Wapato, WA

(509) 877-3175

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Overall

5 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

4 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

3 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

5 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

82

Certified beds

Average residents

78

Average occupied residents

Ownership

Non-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

No chain reported

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1982-06-01

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.75

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.58

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

2.41

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

2.92

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

46%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

35%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 0.8
1.4
0.6 pts better
1.9
1.1 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 0.5
1.5
1 pts better
1.8
1.3 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.0%
96.0%
3 pts better
93.4%
5.6 pts better
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 2.4%
2.6%
0.2 pts better
3.3%
0.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 33.1%
16.3%
16.8 pts worse
11.4%
21.7 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 2.5%
5.8%
3.3 pts better
5.4%
2.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 1.4%
12.1%
10.7 pts better
19.6%
18.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 11.5%
15.9%
4.4 pts better
16.7%
5.2 pts better
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 31.0%
20.0%
11 pts worse
16.3%
14.7 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 32.3%
15.8%
16.5 pts worse
14.9%
17.4 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 1.3%
1.2%
0.1 pts worse
1.0%
0.3 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.4%
1.7%
1.3 pts better
1.7%
1.3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 27.4%
23.5%
3.9 pts worse
19.8%
7.6 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 2.5%
4.7%
2.2 pts better
5.1%
2.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.4%
87.7%
9.7 pts better
81.7%
15.7 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.4%
1.4%
About the same
1.6%
0.2 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 65.6%
82.0%
16.4 pts worse
79.7%
14.1 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-02-04 · Fire 2025-02-04

8 health deficiencies

Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (3 deficiencies)

10 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2024-03-05 · Fire 2024-03-05

4 health deficiencies

Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (1 deficiency)

7 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2023-03-15 · Fire 2023-03-15

10 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (6 deficiencies)

7 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (3 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-04

E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Corrected 2025-02-12

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-04

K291 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Corrected 2025-02-03

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-04

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2025-02-06

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-04

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2025-02-14

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-04

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2025-02-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-04

K355 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2025-02-07

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-04

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 2025-02-12

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-04

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 2025-02-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-04

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2025-02-07

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-04

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2025-02-14

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-05

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2024-05-08

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-05

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2024-03-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-05

E30 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2024-03-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-05

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 2024-03-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-05

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2024-03-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-05

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 2024-03-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-05

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2024-03-08

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-03-15

E25 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.

Corrected 2023-03-31

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-03-15

E37 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish staff and initial training requirements.

Corrected 2023-03-31

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-03-15

E9 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.

Corrected 2023-04-11

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-03-15

K211 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2023-04-11

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-03-15

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 2023-03-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-03-15

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2023-03-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-03-15

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2023-03-14

Inspection history

Recent health citations

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2026-01-30

F607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

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

Not marked corrected

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2026-01-30

F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

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

Not marked corrected

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2026-01-30

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Not marked corrected

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-04

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-03-07

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-04

F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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 2025-03-07

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-04

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 2025-03-07

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-04

F839 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws.

Corrected 2025-03-07

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-04

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2025-03-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-09-11

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2024-10-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-05

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2024-04-09

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-05

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 2024-04-09

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-05

F698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-04-09

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-03-15

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 2023-04-08

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-03-15

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 2023-04-08

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-03-15

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 2023-04-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-03-15

F568 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-03-31

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-03-15

F580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Corrected 2023-04-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-03-15

F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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 2023-04-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-03-15

F692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-04-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-03-15

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-04-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-03-15

F697 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Corrected 2023-04-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-03-15

F791 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Corrected 2023-04-08

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

Ownership

Bonus, Michelle

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2024-11-01
Emmans, Paul

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 3 facilities 2014-02-04
Hoon, Kelly

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2018-05-18
Hoon, Kelly

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2019-05-18
Hoon, Michael

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2025-05-21
Pascua, Reynaldo

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2003-12-10

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