CMS data shows Cascades At Desert View earning a D grade with a score of 52/100, placing it below most facilities in Idaho. Prospective residents and families should carefully review the specific areas of concern detailed below.
Cascades At Desert View provides above-average staffing with 4.43 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.
Recent inspections identified 39 deficiencies at Cascades At Desert View. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.43 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.60 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.84 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 3.00 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.67 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.38 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0812 Severity FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nov 18, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0925 Severity FMake sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.Nov 18, 2025 · Environmental Deficiencies
- Tag 0657 Severity EDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Apr 2, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0947 Severity EEnsure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.Apr 2, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
- Tag 0552 Severity DEnsure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.Apr 2, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 2.0% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 1.5% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 43.3% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 3.0% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 3.4% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 7.3% | 7.5% | Average |
| New/worsened incontinence | 11.2% | 45.0% | Better |
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 52 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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