C

NORTHERN LIGHTS HCC

706 BRATLEY DR, WASHBURN, WI 54891
Score: 59 / 100

With a score of 59 out of 100, Northern Lights Hcc earns a C grade — placing it near the middle of Wisconsin nursing facilities. Families should review the detailed metrics below when considering this Washburn location.

Staffing at Northern Lights Hcc is near the national average, with 4.05 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent CMS inspections identified 33 deficiencies at Northern Lights Hcc, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 24 / 40 pts
3 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 10 / 25 pts
2 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.05 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.84 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.54 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.68 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.53 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.52 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

33
Total Deficiencies
Nov 11, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 31 Moderate 🔴 1 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0684 Severity G
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Nov 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0609 Severity D
    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    Nov 11, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0610 Severity D
    Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
    Nov 11, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0689 Severity D
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Nov 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Jul 29, 2025 · 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 2.0% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 1.9% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 16.2% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 1.4% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 9.1% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 8.1% 7.5% Average
New/worsened incontinence 25.8% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $15,945

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of C is based on a score of 59 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: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -5 pts
  • Fine deductions: -1 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
50
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jul 29, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
14