B

WATERS OF WABASH SKILLED NURSING FACILITY WEST

1720 ALBER ST, WABASH, IN 46992
Score: 76 / 100

With a score of 76/100 and a B grade, Waters Of Wabash Skilled Nursing Facility West is a well-regarded option in Wabash, Indiana. The facility performs above average in most CMS categories, placing it in the 74th percentile statewide.

Staffing at Waters Of Wabash Skilled Nursing Facility West is near the national average, with 3.62 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 12 deficiencies at Waters Of Wabash Skilled Nursing Facility West. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 32 / 40 pts
4 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.62 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.86 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.55 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.21 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.21 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.69 0.7 Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

12
Total Deficiencies
Oct 14, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 12 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0550 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Oct 14, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Aug 6, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0732 Severity D
    Post nurse staffing information every day.
    Jul 17, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
  • Tag 0804 Severity D
    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    Jul 17, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0809 Severity D
    Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals
    Jul 17, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary 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 3.2% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 2.0% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 34.4% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 1.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 10.3% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 11.6% 7.5% Worse
New/worsened incontinence 27.7% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 76 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
44
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Aug 6, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2