Cycle 1
Health 2025-04-10 · Fire 2025-04-10
3 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (1 deficiency)
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)
Sitka, AK
Searhc Sitka Long Term Care
5-star overall rating with 5-star inspections with 3 recent health deficiencies with 4 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
209 Moller Avenue, Sitka, AK
(907) 747-1701
Overall
5 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
5 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
5 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
19
Certified beds
Average residents
18
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Non-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
No chain reported
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1994-11-23
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Changed ownership
No
Within the last 12 months
Family council
Yes
Resident and family council reported
Sprinklers
Yes
Automatic sprinklers in all required areas
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
2.59
Registered nurse staffing · state 2.15 · national 0.68
LPN hours / resident day
0.21
Licensed practical nurse staffing · state 0.86 · national 0.87
Aide hours / resident day
3.96
Nurse aide staffing · state 4.17 · national 2.35
Total nurse hours
6.77
All reported nurse hours · state 7.00 · national 3.89
Licensed hours
2.81
RN + LPN hours · state 2.83 · national 1.54
Weekend hours
6.52
Weekend nurse staffing · state 6.21 · national 3.43
Weekend RN hours
2.18
Weekend registered nurse coverage · state 1.62 · national 0.47
Physical therapist
0.02
Reported PT staffing · state 0.07 · national 0.07
Adjusted RN hours
2.65
CMS adjusted RN staffing hours
Adjusted total hours
6.93
CMS adjusted total nurse staffing hours
Case-mix index
1.34
Higher values indicate more complex resident acuity
RN turnover
62%
Annual RN turnover · state 46% · national 45%
Total nurse turnover
31%
Annual nurse turnover · state 47% · national 46%
SNF QRP
Medicare quality reporting measures
| Measure | Facility | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potentially preventable 30-day readmission | Not Available |
10.72%
|
Not Available · Eligible stays Not Available · Observed rate Not Available · Lower 95% interval Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure. |
| Discharge to community | Not Available |
50.57%
|
Not Available · Eligible stays Not Available · Observed rate Not Available · Lower 95% interval Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure. |
| Medicare spending per beneficiary | Not Available |
1.02
|
No data were submitted for this measure. |
| Drug regimen review with follow-up | Not Available |
95.27%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure. |
| Falls with major injury | Not Available |
0.77%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure. |
| Discharge self-care score | Not Available |
53.69%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure. |
| Discharge mobility score | Not Available |
50.94%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure. |
| Pressure ulcers or injuries, new or worsened | Not Available |
2.29%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · Adjusted rate Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure. |
| Healthcare-associated infections requiring hospitalization | Not Available |
7.12%
|
Not Available · Eligible stays Not Available · Observed rate Not Available · Lower 95% interval Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure. |
| Staff COVID-19 vaccination coverage | 20% |
8.2%
11.8 pts better
|
Numerator 6 · Denominator 30 |
| Staff flu vaccination coverage | 82.86% |
42%
40.9 pts better
|
Numerator 29 · Denominator 35 |
| Discharge function score | Not Available |
56.45%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure. |
| Transfer of health information to provider | Not Available |
95.95%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure. |
| Transfer of health information to patient | Not Available |
96.28%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure. |
| Resident COVID-19 vaccinations up to date | Not Available |
25.2%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure. |
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% |
93.8%
6.2 pts better
|
93.4%
6.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 100.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 0.0% |
3.0%
3 pts better
|
3.3%
3.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 0.0% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 8.5% |
5.3%
3.2 pts worse
|
11.4%
2.9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 8.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 3.2% |
4.9%
1.7 pts better
|
5.4%
2.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 41.3% |
14.3%
27 pts worse
|
19.6%
21.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 41.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 32.6% |
18.4%
14.2 pts worse
|
16.7%
15.9 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 32.6% · Used in QM five-star |
| 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 · 4Q avg 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 9.3% |
19.9%
10.6 pts better
|
16.3%
7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 9.3% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 11.5% |
16.3%
4.8 pts better
|
14.9%
3.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 11.5% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% |
1.3%
1.3 pts better
|
1.0%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 0.0% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 4.8% |
3.5%
1.3 pts worse
|
1.7%
3.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 4.8% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 24.0% |
19.9%
4.1 pts worse
|
19.8%
4.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 24.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 2.0% |
7.8%
5.8 pts better
|
5.1%
3.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 2.0% · Used in QM five-star |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-01-25 · Fire 2024-01-25
2 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Rights (2 deficiencies)
2 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2022-12-02 · Fire 2022-12-02
2 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (1 deficiency)
6 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-04-10
K351 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2025-05-29
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-04-10
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-05-29
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-04-10
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2025-05-29
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-04-10
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2025-05-29
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-25
K351 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2024-02-28
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-25
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-02-28
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-02
K293 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2023-01-22
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-02
K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2023-01-23
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-02
K311 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
Corrected 2023-01-22
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-02
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2023-01-22
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-02
K351 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2023-01-23
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-02
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2023-01-23
Inspection history
Recent health citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-04-10
F554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected 2025-05-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-04-10
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 2025-04-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-04-10
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 2025-05-07
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-25
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 2024-03-08
C · Minimal harm
2024-01-25
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 2024-03-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-02
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 2022-12-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-12-02
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2023-01-10
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Bean, Lincoln
Corporate Director · Individual
Bennett, Annette
Corporate Director · Individual
Brock, Lavina
Corporate Director · Individual
Brock, Lavina
Corporate Officer · Individual
Cadiente Nelson, Barbara
Corporate Director · Individual
Carter, Megan
Corporate Officer · Individual
Clement, Charles
Corporate Officer · Individual
Cottle, Patricia
Corporate Director · Individual
Daly, Lorraine
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Durgan, June
Corporate Director · Individual
Gordon, Judean
Corporate Director · Individual
Harris, Daniel
Corporate Officer · Individual
Hill, Janice
Corporate Director · Individual
Hughes, Lily
Corporate Director · Individual
Jack, James
Corporate Director · Individual
Nix, Marvell
Corporate Director · Individual
Silva, Harriet
Corporate Director · Individual
Silva, Harriet
Corporate Officer · Individual
Smith, Dorothy
Corporate Director · Individual
Strong, Kimberly
Corporate Director · Individual
Strong, Kimberly
Corporate Officer · Individual
Widmark, Lawrence
Corporate Director · Individual
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