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WATERS OF DUNKIRK SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (DUNKIRK, Indiana)

11563 W 300 S, DUNKIRK, Indiana 47336

Phone: 7657687537

CMS Overall:2/5

Overview & Bed Count

Certified Beds
46
Avg Residents/Day
41.4
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Jay
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
Yes

CMS Star Ratings

Overall2/5
Health1/5
Staffing3/5
Quality5/5

Nurse Staffing Check

MetricThis FacilityIndiana AvgDifference
RN Hours per Resident per Day0.600.68-0.07
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day3.613.73-0.12
CMS Staffing Rating3/52.6/5-
Nursing Staff Turnover22.2%45.9%-

Health Citation History

12 health citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-06-01Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-01Infection Control DeficienciesProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-06-01Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesEnsure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.B – Minimal Harm Potential
2026-03-30Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.J – Immediate Jeopardy
2026-03-30Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesEnsure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-30Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-03-21Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesEnsure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-03-21Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-03-21Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesEnsure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-03-21Resident Rights DeficienciesProvide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-03-21Resident Rights DeficienciesAllow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.B – Minimal Harm Potential
2024-12-31Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D – Moderate Harm Potential

Fire Safety Citation History

13 fire safety citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2025-03-21Egress DeficienciesInstall emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-03-21Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-03-21Services DeficienciesEnsure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-03-21Miscellaneous DeficienciesHave simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-03-21Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-03-21Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-03-21Smoke DeficienciesInstall corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-03-21Services DeficienciesHave properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-05-28Egress DeficienciesAdd doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-05-28Smoke DeficienciesEnsure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-05-28Services DeficienciesHave properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-05-28Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-05-28Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.E – Moderate Harm Potential

Total Penalties & Fines

$59,240
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
1
Number of Fines
1
Total Penalties
DateTypeFine AmountPayment Denial
2026-03-30Fine$59,240-

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