With a score of 30/100, White Sands Healthcare ranks in the bottom tier of New Mexico nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.
Staffing levels are a potential concern at White Sands Healthcare, with 3.16 total nursing hours per resident per day — below the national average of 3.8 hours. Lower staffing can impact care quality and staff responsiveness.
Recent CMS inspections identified 38 deficiencies at White Sands Healthcare, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.16 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.52 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.76 | 0.7 | Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 1.88 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.78 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.35 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0600 Severity LProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Nov 17, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0609 Severity LTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Nov 17, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0728 Severity FEnsure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolledNov 17, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Jul 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0760 Severity EEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.May 22, 2025 · Pharmacy Service 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 | 1.7% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 4.4% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 16.4% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.5% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 5.3% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 8.4% | 7.5% | Worse |
| New/worsened incontinence | 26.5% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
2 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $33,120
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 30 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -10 pts
- Fine deductions: -3 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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