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YAKIMA VALLEY SCHOOL

609 SPEYERS ROAD, SELAH, WA 98942
Score: 63 / 100

With a score of 63 out of 100, Yakima Valley School earns a C grade — placing it near the middle of Washington nursing facilities. Families should review the detailed metrics below when considering this Selah location.

Staffing levels at Yakima Valley School exceed national averages, with 15.93 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 2.15 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent CMS inspections identified 27 deficiencies at Yakima Valley School, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 24 / 40 pts
3 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 10 / 25 pts
2 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 15.93 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 2.15 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.81 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 12.97 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 13.43 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 1.13 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

27
Total Deficiencies
Nov 2, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 26 Moderate 🔴 1 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0644 Severity D
    Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
    Nov 2, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0689 Severity G
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Aug 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0604 Severity E
    Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
    Jun 5, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0725 Severity E
    Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
    Jun 5, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
  • Tag 0550 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Jun 5, 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 0.7% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 0.0% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 34.5% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 3.3% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 37.1% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 1.6% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 15.2% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of C is based on a score of 63 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
Government - State
Certified Beds
112
Provider Type
Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jun 5, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
12