26 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (10 deficiencies)
8 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (3 deficiencies)
Richland, WA
2-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with $115,310 in total fines with 25 recent health deficiencies with 8 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
44 Goethals Drive, Richland, WA
(509) 943-1117
Overall
2 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
2 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
2 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
4 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Beds
104
Certified beds
Average residents
66
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Life Care Centers Of America
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1979-07-10
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
RN hours / resident day
0.59
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
1.15
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.17
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
2.95
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
58%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
58%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 98.0% |
96.0%
2 pts better
|
93.4%
4.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 87.2% |
93.8%
6.6 pts worse
|
95.5%
8.3 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 | 5.1% |
16.3%
11.2 pts better
|
11.4%
6.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 5.7% |
5.8%
0.1 pts better
|
5.4%
0.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 17.9% |
12.1%
5.8 pts worse
|
19.6%
1.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 19.7% |
15.9%
3.8 pts worse
|
16.7%
3 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 | 20.4% |
20.0%
0.4 pts worse
|
16.3%
4.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 11.3% |
15.8%
4.5 pts better
|
14.9%
3.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 1.2% |
1.2%
About the same
|
1.0%
0.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 2.1% |
1.7%
0.4 pts worse
|
1.7%
0.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 29.1% |
23.5%
5.6 pts worse
|
19.8%
9.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 2.0% |
4.7%
2.7 pts better
|
5.1%
3.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 99.1% |
87.7%
11.4 pts better
|
81.7%
17.4 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 10.8% |
13.2%
2.4 pts better
|
12.0%
1.2 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 1.5% |
1.4%
0.1 pts worse
|
1.6%
0.1 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 83.5% |
82.0%
1.5 pts better
|
79.7%
3.8 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 25.2% |
19.9%
5.3 pts worse
|
23.9%
1.3 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (10 deficiencies)
8 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (3 deficiencies)
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (8 deficiencies)
12 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (9 deficiencies)
6 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (2 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2025-08-15
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 2025-08-15
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2025-08-15
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2025-08-15
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2025-08-15
Fire Safety
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Corrected 2025-08-15
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2025-08-15
Fire Safety
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Corrected 2025-08-15
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2024-08-13
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-08-13
Fire Safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2024-08-13
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2024-08-13
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2024-08-13
Fire Safety
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Corrected 2024-08-13
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 2024-08-13
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2024-08-13
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2024-08-13
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2024-08-13
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2024-08-13
Fire Safety
Meet other general requirements.
Corrected 2024-08-13
Fire Safety
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Corrected 2023-07-17
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2023-07-17
Fire Safety
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Corrected 2023-07-17
Fire Safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2023-07-17
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2023-07-17
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2023-07-17
Inspection history
Health
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected 2026-02-18
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2026-02-18
Health
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
Corrected 2026-02-18
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2026-01-02
Health
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Corrected 2026-01-02
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2026-01-02
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 2026-01-02
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2025-09-02
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2025-08-20
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2025-08-20
Health
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected 2025-08-20
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 2025-08-20
Health
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected 2025-08-20
Health
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected 2025-08-20
Health
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Corrected 2025-08-20
Health
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Corrected 2025-08-20
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 2025-08-20
Health
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected 2025-08-20
Health
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Corrected 2025-08-20
Health
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected 2025-08-20
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2025-08-20
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 2025-08-20
Health
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2025-08-20
Health
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
Corrected 2025-08-20
Health
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected 2025-08-20
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2025-04-08
Health
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected 2025-01-10
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2025-01-10
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-11-18
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2024-11-18
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2024-11-18
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2024-11-18
Health
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected 2024-08-22
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2024-08-22
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2024-08-22
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2024-08-22
Health
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected 2024-08-22
Health
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected 2024-08-22
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2024-08-22
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-08-22
Health
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
Corrected 2024-08-22
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 2024-08-22
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected 2024-08-22
Health
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected 2024-08-22
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 2024-08-22
Health
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected 2024-08-22
Health
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Corrected 2024-08-22
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-08-22
Health
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected 2024-08-22
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2024-08-22
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 2024-08-22
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 2024-08-22
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2024-08-22
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2024-07-03
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2024-05-24
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2024-05-24
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-05-24
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-02-15
Health
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Corrected 2024-02-15
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-11-06
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2023-11-06
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected 2023-11-06
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2023-10-17
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2023-07-24
Health
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2023-07-24
Health
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected 2023-07-24
Health
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected 2023-07-24
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 2023-07-24
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 2023-07-24
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-07-24
Health
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2023-07-24
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2023-05-30
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2023-05-30
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2023-05-30
Health
Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
Corrected 2023-05-30
Health
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2023-04-12
Health
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected 2023-04-18
Penalties and ownership
Fine · fine $51,610
Fine
Fine · fine $63,700
Fine
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
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