Stanwood, WA

Josephine Caring Community

5-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with 12 recent health deficiencies with 8 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

9901 272nd Place Northwest, Stanwood, WA

(360) 629-2126

Compare this facility

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

160

Certified beds

Average residents

116

Average occupied residents

Ownership

Non-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

No chain reported

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1992-01-01

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.81

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.82

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

2.82

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

3.62

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

38%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

24%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 1.2
1.4
0.2 pts better
1.9
0.7 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 1.2
1.5
0.3 pts better
1.8
0.6 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.5%
96.0%
3.5 pts better
93.4%
6.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 95.0%
93.8%
1.2 pts better
95.5%
0.5 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.4%
2.6%
1.2 pts better
3.3%
1.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 93.9%
16.3%
77.6 pts worse
11.4%
82.5 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.3%
5.8%
0.5 pts better
5.4%
0.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 12.7%
12.1%
0.6 pts worse
19.6%
6.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 24.7%
15.9%
8.8 pts worse
16.7%
8 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 20.2%
20.0%
0.2 pts worse
16.3%
3.9 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 12.5%
15.8%
3.3 pts better
14.9%
2.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 1.0%
1.2%
0.2 pts better
1.0%
About the same
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.3%
1.7%
1.4 pts better
1.7%
1.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 20.5%
23.5%
3 pts better
19.8%
0.7 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 1.2%
4.7%
3.5 pts better
5.1%
3.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.4%
87.7%
10.7 pts better
81.7%
16.7 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 9.6%
13.2%
3.6 pts better
12.0%
2.4 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.4%
1.4%
1 pts better
1.6%
1.2 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 76.2%
82.0%
5.8 pts worse
79.7%
3.5 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 22.2%
19.9%
2.3 pts worse
23.9%
1.7 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-09-15 · Fire 2025-09-15

12 health deficiencies

Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (4 deficiencies)

8 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2024-07-15 · Fire 2024-07-15

7 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (3 deficiencies)

16 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (8 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2023-04-25 · Fire 2023-04-25

12 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)

11 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (4 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-15

E23 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.

Corrected 2025-10-01

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-15

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2025-10-01

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-15

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2025-10-01

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-15

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2025-10-01

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-15

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2025-10-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-15

K211 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2025-10-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-15

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2025-10-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-15

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2025-10-01

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-15

E18 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.

Corrected 2024-08-02

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-15

E31 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide emergency officials' contact information.

Corrected 2024-08-02

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-15

E33 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish methods for sharing information.

Corrected 2024-08-02

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-15

E35 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide family notifications of emergency plan.

Corrected 2024-08-02

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-15

E36 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish emergency prep training and testing.

Corrected 2024-08-02

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-15

E37 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish staff and initial training requirements.

Corrected 2024-08-02

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-15

E6 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

Corrected 2024-07-17

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-15

E7 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2024-08-02

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-15

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2024-07-17

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-15

K351 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

Corrected 2024-07-17

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-15

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2024-08-02

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-15

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2024-09-09

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-15

K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Corrected 2024-08-02

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-15

K341 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

Corrected 2024-08-12

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-15

K374 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2024-07-31

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-15

K355 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2024-08-02

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-25

E24 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.

Corrected 2023-05-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-25

E36 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish emergency prep training and testing.

Corrected 2023-05-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-25

E37 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish staff and initial training requirements.

Corrected 2023-05-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-25

E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Corrected 2023-05-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-25

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2023-05-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-25

K355 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2023-05-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-25

K374 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2023-05-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-25

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2023-05-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-25

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2023-05-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-25

K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Corrected 2023-05-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-25

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2023-05-15

Inspection history

Recent health citations

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2026-01-22

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 2026-03-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2026-01-22

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2026-03-02

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-15

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 2025-10-27

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-15

F842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-10-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-15

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 2025-10-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-15

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 2025-10-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-15

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-10-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-15

F697 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-10-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-15

F699 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

Corrected 2025-10-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-15

F712 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.

Corrected 2025-10-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-15

F770 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.

Corrected 2025-10-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-15

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2025-10-27

G · Actual harm 2024-07-15

F692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-08-20

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-15

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 2024-08-20

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-15

F842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-08-20

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-15

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 2024-08-20

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-15

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 2024-08-20

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-15

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 2024-08-20

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-15

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 2024-08-20

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-25

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 2023-06-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-25

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 2023-06-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-25

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 2023-06-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-25

F558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Corrected 2023-06-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-25

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.

Corrected 2023-06-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-25

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 2023-06-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-25

F692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-06-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-25

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 2023-06-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-25

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 2023-06-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-25

F791 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Corrected 2023-06-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-25

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2023-06-05

B · Minimal harm 2023-04-25

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 2023-06-05

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

Ownership

Barnes, Janet

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2024-07-01
Christoferson, Barbara

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2023-05-01
Curtis, Earl

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2024-04-01
Dew, John

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2019-01-29
Fosse, Ernest

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2022-07-26
Hanson, Alisha

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2008-04-23
Johnson, Julie

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 4 facilities 2024-06-01
Kinney, Brett

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2022-07-26
Lambing, Kristi

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2024-04-01
Larsen, Michael

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2018-10-01
Lindgren, Teri

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2008-10-20
Lucas, Thomas

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2023-04-25
Mission Investment Fund Of The Elca

5% Or Greater Mortgage Interest · Organization

0% 1 facilities 2023-11-01
Robertson, Terry

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2008-02-21
Robertson, Terry

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2008-02-21
Shoup, Paul

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2021-08-25

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