20 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (7 deficiencies)
6 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Hays, KS
1-star overall rating with 1-star inspections with $15,593 in total fines with 20 recent health deficiencies with 6 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
2225 Canterbury Dr, Hays, KS
(785) 628-3241
Overall
1 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
1 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
4 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
2 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Beds
96
Certified beds
Average residents
87
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Ascension Living
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
2007-07-09
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
RN hours / resident day
0.98
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.57
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
3.01
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
4.25
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
65%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
90%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.5 |
1.8
0.3 pts better
|
1.9
0.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.6 |
2.2
0.4 pts worse
|
1.8
0.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 93.6% |
91.8%
1.8 pts better
|
93.4%
0.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
95.5%
4.5 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 | 5.4% |
4.4%
1 pts worse
|
3.3%
2.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 1.7% |
5.6%
3.9 pts better
|
11.4%
9.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 6.3% |
5.0%
1.3 pts worse
|
5.4%
0.9 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 24.2% |
23.2%
1 pts worse
|
19.6%
4.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 19.5% |
19.8%
0.3 pts better
|
16.7%
2.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.0%
About the same
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 15.4% |
18.4%
3 pts better
|
16.3%
0.9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 21.6% |
18.8%
2.8 pts worse
|
14.9%
6.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.6% |
1.8%
1.2 pts better
|
1.0%
0.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 3.7% |
3.1%
0.6 pts worse
|
1.7%
2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 19.6% |
23.2%
3.6 pts better
|
19.8%
0.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 5.6% |
4.6%
1 pts worse
|
5.1%
0.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 78.1% |
75.6%
2.5 pts better
|
81.7%
3.6 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 21.6% |
11.7%
9.9 pts worse
|
12.0%
9.6 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 3.5% |
2.2%
1.3 pts worse
|
1.6%
1.9 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 67.5% |
73.5%
6 pts worse
|
79.7%
12.2 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 31.5% |
23.0%
8.5 pts worse
|
23.9%
7.6 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (7 deficiencies)
6 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Top issue: Pharmacy Service (4 deficiencies)
7 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (5 deficiencies)
12 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire Safety
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Corrected 2025-09-02
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2025-08-26
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 2025-08-26
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2025-08-26
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-08-26
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2025-08-26
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2024-01-26
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2024-01-26
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2024-01-26
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-01-26
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2024-01-26
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2024-01-26
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2024-01-26
Fire Safety
Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.
Corrected 2022-07-29
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2022-07-29
Fire Safety
Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel.
Corrected 2022-07-29
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 2022-07-29
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2022-07-29
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2022-07-29
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2022-07-29
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2022-07-29
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2022-07-29
Fire Safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2022-07-29
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2022-07-29
Fire Safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2022-07-29
Inspection history
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2025-09-16
Health
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected 2025-09-16
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2025-09-16
Health
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected 2025-09-16
Health
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected 2025-09-16
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-09-16
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2025-09-16
Health
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected 2025-09-16
Health
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected 2025-09-16
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 2025-09-16
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2025-09-16
Health
Provide appropriate foot care.
Corrected 2025-09-16
Health
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2025-09-16
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2025-09-16
Health
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Corrected 2025-09-16
Health
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Corrected 2025-09-16
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 2025-09-16
Health
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2025-09-16
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 2025-09-16
Health
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected 2025-09-16
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2024-11-18
Health
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected 2024-01-05
Health
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2024-01-05
Health
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected 2024-01-05
Health
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Corrected 2024-01-05
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2024-01-05
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2024-01-05
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 2024-01-05
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 2024-01-05
Health
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected 2024-01-05
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 2024-01-05
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 2024-01-05
Health
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected 2024-01-05
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 2024-01-05
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-01-05
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 2023-07-28
Health
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected 2023-04-30
Health
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2022-08-22
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2022-08-22
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2022-08-22
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 2022-08-22
Health
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Corrected 2022-08-22
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2022-08-22
Health
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected 2022-08-22
Health
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2022-08-22
Health
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2022-08-22
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 2022-08-22
Penalties and ownership
Payment Denial · denial start 2025-08-20 · 27 days
27 day denial
Fine · fine $15,593
Fine
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