Cycle 1
Health 2025-05-22 · Fire 2025-05-22
14 health deficiencies
Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (3 deficiencies)
16 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (6 deficiencies)
Wabash, IN
Waters Of Wabash Skilled Nursing Facility East The
1-star overall rating with 1-star inspections with 14 recent health deficiencies with 16 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
1900 N Alber St, Wabash, IN
(260) 563-7427
Overall
1 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
1 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
1 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
4 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
84
Certified beds
Average residents
49
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Infinity Healthcare Consulting
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1974-03-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.31
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.78
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.03
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
2.76
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
0%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
33%
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 |
1.6
0.4 pts better
|
1.9
0.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.4 |
1.5
0.9 pts worse
|
1.8
0.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 97.7% |
93.6%
4.1 pts better
|
93.4%
4.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 95.5% |
95.4%
0.1 pts better
|
95.5%
About the same
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 4.6% |
3.8%
0.8 pts worse
|
3.3%
1.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 24.1% |
24.6%
0.5 pts better
|
11.4%
12.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 7.9% |
5.6%
2.3 pts worse
|
5.4%
2.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 5.3% |
23.5%
18.2 pts better
|
19.6%
14.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 7.0% |
14.8%
7.8 pts better
|
16.7%
9.7 pts better
|
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 | 10.3% |
13.3%
3 pts better
|
16.3%
6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 14.6% |
11.7%
2.9 pts worse
|
14.9%
0.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% |
0.4%
0.4 pts better
|
1.0%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 5.3% |
1.2%
4.1 pts worse
|
1.7%
3.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 28.4% |
24.2%
4.2 pts worse
|
19.8%
8.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 4.8% |
4.1%
0.7 pts worse
|
5.1%
0.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 82.5% |
81.6%
0.9 pts better
|
81.7%
0.8 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 5.3% |
10.5%
5.2 pts better
|
12.0%
6.7 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 2.7% |
1.3%
1.4 pts worse
|
1.6%
1.1 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 78.3% |
79.0%
0.7 pts worse
|
79.7%
1.4 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 10.3% |
22.4%
12.1 pts better
|
23.9%
13.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-08-05 · Fire 2024-08-05
2 health deficiencies
Top issue: Infection Control (1 deficiency)
19 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (7 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2023-06-30 · Fire 2023-06-30
7 health deficiencies
Top issue: Nursing and Physician Services (2 deficiencies)
7 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (2 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
E41 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Corrected 2025-07-28
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2025-07-28
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2025-07-28
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2025-07-28
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
K916 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.
Corrected 2025-07-28
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2025-07-28
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Corrected 2025-07-28
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
K211 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2025-07-28
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
K271 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Corrected 2025-07-28
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
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 2025-07-28
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2025-07-28
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2025-07-28
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2025-07-28
C · Minimal harm
2025-05-22
E18 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.
Corrected 2025-07-28
C · Minimal harm
2025-05-22
K346 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Corrected 2025-07-28
C · Minimal harm
2025-05-22
K354 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Corrected 2025-07-28
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-05
E13 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.
Corrected 2024-10-08
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-05
E25 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.
Corrected 2024-10-08
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-05
E29 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Develop a communication plan.
Corrected 2024-10-08
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-05
E30 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
Corrected 2024-10-08
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-05
E37 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Corrected 2024-10-08
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-05
E4 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Corrected 2024-10-08
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-05
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2024-10-08
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-05
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2024-10-23
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-05
K914 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Corrected 2024-10-08
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-05
K916 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.
Corrected 2024-10-08
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-05
K927 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.
Corrected 2024-10-08
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-05
K161 · Construction Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Corrected 2024-10-08
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-05
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-10-08
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-05
K754 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly sized and located linen or trash receptacles.
Corrected 2024-10-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-05
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2024-10-08
C · Minimal harm
2024-08-05
E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2024-10-08
C · Minimal harm
2024-08-05
K346 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Corrected 2024-10-08
C · Minimal harm
2024-08-05
K354 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Corrected 2024-10-08
C · Minimal harm
2024-08-05
K711 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Corrected 2024-10-08
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-30
E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2023-09-19
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-30
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2023-09-19
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-30
K100 · Construction Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet other general requirements.
Corrected 2023-09-19
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-30
K291 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2023-09-19
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-30
K300 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Corrected 2023-09-19
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-30
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2023-09-19
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-30
K500 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Corrected 2023-09-19
Inspection history
Recent health citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-10
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 2025-12-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-10
F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2025-12-31
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
F801 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
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 2025-06-20
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
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 2025-07-09
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2025-06-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
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 2025-06-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
F582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected 2025-06-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
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 2025-06-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
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 2025-06-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2025-06-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
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 2025-06-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
F867 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected 2025-07-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-22
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-06-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-12
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-04-02
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-21
F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2024-04-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-21
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-04-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-25
F554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected 2024-02-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-25
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2024-02-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-25
F726 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
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 2024-02-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-25
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 2024-02-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-30
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2023-08-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-30
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 2023-08-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-06-30
F710 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.
Corrected 2023-08-01
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Johnson Memorial Hospital
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Berkhouse, Steven
Corporate Director · Individual
Berkhouse, Steven
Corporate Officer · Individual
Decola, Robert
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Dunkle, David
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Dunkle, David
Corporate Director · Individual
Dunkle, David
Corporate Officer · Individual
Miller's Health Systems Inc
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
The Waters Of Wabash Skilled Nursing Facility East LLC
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Wolfe, Michael
Contracted Managing Employee · Individual
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