CAROLETON HEALTHCARE CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Caroleton Healthcare Center in Connersville, Indiana, has received an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating it is highly recommended among nursing homes. It ranks #21 out of 505 facilities in the state, placing it in the top half and #1 out of 4 in Fayette County, meaning it is the best local option available. However, the facility's trend is worsening, with issues increasing from 3 in 2022 to 4 in 2024. Staffing is a moderate strength here with a rating of 3 out of 5 stars and a turnover rate of 42%, which is slightly below the state average. Notably, the facility has had no fines, indicating a lack of compliance issues. There were specific concerns noted during inspections, such as food not being kept at safe temperatures and a resident not having access to a reacher to help prevent falls, which could pose risks to residents' safety. While the overall quality and staffing are commendable, these recent findings suggest that there are areas that need attention.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Indiana
- #21/505
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 42% turnover. Near Indiana's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Indiana facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 36 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Indiana. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ○ Average
- 7 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (42%)
6 points below Indiana average of 48%
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Indiana avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 7 deficiencies on record
Mar 2024
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to implement a fall intervention of a reacher to assist the resident with picking items off the floor for a resident who had a his...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, interview, and record review, the facility failed to promote a resident's dignity by ensuring the use of a catheter drainage bag and have an order for the use of an indwelling u...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to ensure Resident 13's portable oxygen tubing and storage bag was dated for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for respiratory care (Reside...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure food was kept at safe holding temperatures on the steam table, and failed to ensure dishes were stored dry for 2 of 4 ...
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Dec 2022
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to provide effective interventions to prevent skin tears and bruising for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for non- pressure skin conditi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0757
(Tag F0757)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to administer antibiotics for urinary tract infections (UTI) at the duration ordered per physician for 2 of 7 residents reviewed for unnecessa...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a homelike environment by not maintaining walls in good repair for 5 rooms observed in the facility. (Room North 1, No...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade A (90/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Indiana.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Indiana facilities.
- • 42% turnover. Below Indiana's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Caroleton Healthcare Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns CAROLETON HEALTHCARE CENTER an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Indiana, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Caroleton Healthcare Center Staffed?
CMS rates CAROLETON HEALTHCARE CENTER's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 42%, compared to the Indiana average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Caroleton Healthcare Center?
State health inspectors documented 7 deficiencies at CAROLETON HEALTHCARE CENTER during 2022 to 2024. These included: 7 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Caroleton Healthcare Center?
CAROLETON HEALTHCARE CENTER is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by COMMUNICARE HEALTH, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 50 certified beds and approximately 46 residents (about 92% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in CONNERSVILLE, Indiana.
How Does Caroleton Healthcare Center Compare to Other Indiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Indiana, CAROLETON HEALTHCARE CENTER's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (42%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Caroleton Healthcare Center?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Caroleton Healthcare Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, CAROLETON HEALTHCARE CENTER has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Indiana. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Caroleton Healthcare Center Stick Around?
CAROLETON HEALTHCARE CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 42%, which is about average for Indiana nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Caroleton Healthcare Center Ever Fined?
CAROLETON HEALTHCARE CENTER has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Caroleton Healthcare Center on Any Federal Watch List?
CAROLETON HEALTHCARE CENTER is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.