Cycle 1
Health 2025-08-07 · Fire 2025-08-07
2 health deficiencies
Top issue: Infection Control (1 deficiency)
7 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (3 deficiencies)
Wabash, IN
Waters Of Wabash Skilled Nursing Facility West
4-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with 2 recent health deficiencies with 7 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
1720 Alber St, Wabash, IN
(260) 563-4112
Overall
4 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
4 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
3 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
4 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
44
Certified beds
Average residents
26
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Infinity Healthcare Consulting
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1997-04-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.86
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.55
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.21
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.21
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
0%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
27%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 96.9% |
93.6%
3.3 pts better
|
93.4%
3.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
95.4%
4.6 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 | 2.0% |
3.8%
1.8 pts better
|
3.3%
1.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 23.4% |
24.6%
1.2 pts better
|
11.4%
12 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 11.6% |
5.6%
6 pts worse
|
5.4%
6.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 13.8% |
23.5%
9.7 pts better
|
19.6%
5.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 34.4% |
14.8%
19.6 pts worse
|
16.7%
17.7 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 | 12.3% |
13.3%
1 pts better
|
16.3%
4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 10.3% |
11.7%
1.4 pts better
|
14.9%
4.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 2.4% |
0.4%
2 pts worse
|
1.0%
1.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 1.0% |
1.2%
0.2 pts better
|
1.7%
0.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 27.7% |
24.2%
3.5 pts worse
|
19.8%
7.9 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 3.2% |
4.1%
0.9 pts better
|
5.1%
1.9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 96.8% |
81.6%
15.2 pts better
|
81.7%
15.1 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.0% |
1.3%
1.3 pts better
|
1.6%
1.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-07-18 · Fire 2024-07-18
5 health deficiencies
Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (2 deficiencies)
3 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (1 deficiency)
Cycle 3
Health 2023-08-01 · Fire 2023-08-01
5 health deficiencies
Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (2 deficiencies)
10 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-07
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-10-07
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-07
K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Corrected 2025-10-07
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-07
K211 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2025-10-07
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-07
K222 · Egress Deficiencies
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 2025-10-07
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-07
K271 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Corrected 2025-10-07
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-07
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 2025-10-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-07
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2025-10-07
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
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 2024-10-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
K927 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.
Corrected 2024-10-01
C · Minimal harm
2024-07-18
E36 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
Corrected 2024-10-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-01
E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2023-09-28
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-01
K291 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2023-09-28
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-01
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2023-09-28
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-01
K293 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2023-09-28
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-01
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 2023-09-28
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-01
K355 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2023-09-28
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-01
K500 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Corrected 2023-09-28
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-01
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2023-09-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-01
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2023-09-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-01
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2023-09-28
Inspection history
Recent health citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-10-15
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 2025-10-17
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-07
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-08-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
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 2024-08-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
F732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected 2024-08-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2024-08-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
F809 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Corrected 2024-08-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-18
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-08-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-01
F563 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing.
Corrected 2024-02-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-01
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 2023-08-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-01
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2023-08-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-01
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 2023-08-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-05
F607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected 2023-04-28
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
Hannah, Brittany
Contracted Managing Employee · Individual
Lenon, Isaac
Contracted Managing Employee · Individual
Miller's Health Systems Inc
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
The Waters Of Wabash Skilled Nursing Facility West LLC
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
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