B

SWEETWATER HEALTHCARE CENTER

1600 JOSEPHINE ST, SWEETWATER, TX 79556
Score: 71 / 100

Sweetwater Healthcare Center earns a solid B grade from CMS data, with a score of 71/100. Performing above average across most metrics, this Sweetwater facility ranks in the 81th percentile among Texas nursing homes.

With 2.51 total nurse hours per resident per day, Sweetwater Healthcare Center falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent inspections identified 14 deficiencies at Sweetwater Healthcare Center. 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 4 / 20 pts
1 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 2.51 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.35 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.99 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.18 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.25 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.24 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

14
Total Deficiencies
Dec 16, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 14 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0585 Severity F
    Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt e
    Dec 16, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0565 Severity E
    Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
    Dec 16, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0804 Severity E
    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    Dec 16, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Dec 16, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0759 Severity D
    Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
    Dec 16, 2024 · 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 4.6% 4.5% Average
Falls with major injury 1.6% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 6.6% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 21.8% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 0.0% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 20.2% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 71 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: 1★ → 4 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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
79
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Dec 16, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
6