Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Waters of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility, The
300 N Washington St · Wakarusa, IN 46573 · 133 certified beds
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About Waters of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility, The
Waters of Wakarusa Skilled Nursing Facility, The is a nursing home in Wakarusa, Indiana. Its reported capacity is 133 beds. It is recorded as a nonprofit operator, part of Infinity Healthcare Consulting. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 32 citations, the newest dated 16 March 2026. Federal enforcement records add 1 fine or payment denial action. Staffing reports put it at 3.46 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
25
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
25
Staffing rating
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Cited deficiencies
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Cited deficiencies
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Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
25
Inspection history (32)
Records from February 2023 to March 2026.
March 16, 2026 · D
Citation F0677Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-16 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-16.GOVMarch 16, 2026 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-16 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-16.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0698Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-14 under CMS tag F0698 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0578Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-14 under CMS tag F0578 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-14 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0695Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-14 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0770Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-14 under CMS tag F0770 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · E
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-14 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0758Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-14 under CMS tag F0758 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is l…. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · F
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-14 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-14 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · E
Citation F0803Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-14 under CMS tag F0803 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOVMarch 14, 2025 · D
Citation F0691Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-14 under CMS tag F0691 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-14.GOVJanuary 8, 2025 · D
Citation F0677Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-08 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-08.GOVJanuary 8, 2025 · F
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-08 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-08.GOVJanuary 8, 2025 · D
Citation F0623Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-08 under CMS tag F0623 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-08.GOVJanuary 8, 2025 · D
Citation F0624Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-08 under CMS tag F0624 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-08.GOVJanuary 8, 2025 · C
Citation F0732Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-08 under CMS tag F0732 (CMS scope/severity C: widespread, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Post nurse staffing information every day. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-08.GOVJanuary 8, 2025 · D
Citation F0693Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-08 under CMS tag F0693 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-08.GOVJanuary 8, 2025 · J
Citation F0622Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-08 under CMS tag F0622 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) for Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-08.GOV
Penalties (1)
Total fines on file: $14,661
January 8, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-51494CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $14,661 against this nursing home on 2025-01-08 (Fine ID: 51494). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-08.GOV
Staffing
Latest: 3.46 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
- 2025Q43.34 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-013.34 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-07-013.46 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-08-013.46 hrs/resident/day
- 2026Q13.46 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is higher than 2025Q4 (+0.12 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
Non profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Infinity Healthcare Consulting
Chain ID 763 · 69 facilities in chain (CMS)
- Chain average overall rating: 2
- Chain average health inspection rating: 2.1
- Chain average staffing rating: 1.5
- Chain average quality measure rating: 3.7
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit".
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Partnership".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Partnership".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "Non profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
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Typical cost
Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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