ENVIVE OF RIVER CITY
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Envive of River City in Evansville, Indiana, has a Trust Grade of D, indicating below-average care with some concerns. It ranks #448 out of 505 facilities in the state, placing it in the bottom half overall, and #16 out of 17 in Vanderburgh County, suggesting limited better local options. Unfortunately, the facility is worsening, with issues doubling from 7 in 2023 to 15 in 2024. Staffing is a relative strength, as they have low turnover at 0%, but the overall staffing rating is poor at 1 out of 5 stars. While there have been no fines, which is a positive, there are serious incidents reported, including staff failing to provide insulin on time and by qualified personnel for multiple residents, and a lack of RN coverage for extended hours in the past, raising concerns about overall patient safety and quality of care.
- Trust Score
- D
- In Indiana
- #448/505
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- Turnover data not reported for this facility.
- 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 ⚠ Watch
- 28 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in fire safety.
The Bad
Below Indiana average (3.1)
Significant quality concerns identified by CMS
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 28 deficiencies on record
Dec 2024
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure physicians orders were followed for 1 of 3 resi...
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Oct 2024
14 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Notification of Changes
(Tag F0580)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to notify the physician and resident representative when residents lef...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0635
(Tag F0635)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident had orders upon admission for their...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure accurate Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments were completed f...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0655
(Tag F0655)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident had a baseline care plan related to...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
2. On 10/9/24 at 9:12 A.M., Resident 22's clinical record was reviewed. Diagnoses included, but were not limited to, schizophrenia and stimulant dependence.
The most current admission Minimum Data Set...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0745
(Tag F0745)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure social services were provided to meet a resident's mental an...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents were free from unnecessary medications for 1 of 5 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications. A resident's as needed a...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure medications were labeled, opened-multi-dose containers were dated, and medication carts were free of loose pills for 1 ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0805
(Tag F0805)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation and record review, the facility failed to ensure food was correctly prepared for 2 of 2 residents who received puree altered diets.
Finding includes:
During an observation on 10/...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure documentation was complete and accurate for 2 of 3 residents...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident with a PICC (peripheral injection central catheter) and multiple wounds was provided enhanced barrier preca...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0882
(Tag F0882)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure designation of a certified Infection Preventionist (IP). The IP did not currently dedicate at least part time to the role of IP for ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0658
(Tag F0658)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure insulin was given in accordance with professional standards for 5 of 5 residents reviewed for insulin. Residents were given insulin ...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Staffing Information
(Tag F0732)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to post accurate actual hours worked for licensed and unlicensed nursing staff directly responsible for resident care per shift ...
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Jul 2023
7 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0554
(Tag F0554)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents that were self administering medications were assessed for capability to self administer medications for 2 o...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0804
(Tag F0804)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and observation, the facility failed to provide each resident with food and drink that is served at a safe and appetizing temperature. Food that was supposed to be served hot was se...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 11. On 7/12/23 at 6:48 A.M., Resident 2's clinical record was reviewed. Resident 2 was admitted on [DATE]. Diagnosis included, b...
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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 and interview, the facility failed to ensure food was stored appropriately in 2 of 2 kitchen observations. Food containers were found not labeled in the the dry storage area and s...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
QAPI Program
(Tag F0867)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to complete a Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program based on identification, investigation, analysis, and prevention of advers...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Deficiency F0727
(Tag F0727)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure a RN (Registered Nurse) worked 8 consecutive hours in the facility on any given day for 2 of 14 days reviewed for nurse staffing.
Fi...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Staffing Information
(Tag F0732)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure completed nurse staffing sheets were posted daily 4 of 4 days during the survey.( 7/10/23, 7/11/23, 7/12/23, and 7/13/...
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Oct 2021
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to revise a care plan for 1 of 2 residents reviewed for positioning/mobility. The facility failed to revise care plans for a res...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide oral care for 1 of 1 residents reviewed for dental. A resident was not provided oral care during morning ADLs (Activi...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
6. On 10/12/21 at 8:01 a.m., CNA 1 was observed in Resident 6's room feeding her breakfast. CNA 1 was observed with a surgical mask on, no protective eyewear, sitting less than 6 feet from Resident 6....
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0885
(Tag F0885)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to notify the residents of a confirmed positive infection of COVID-19 during 1 of 1 Resident Council meetings. Residents were no...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0727
(Tag F0727)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
2. On 10/13/21 at 5:30 p.m., the nursing schedule was reviewed for the dates of 10/3/21-10/14/21. The following dates lacked RN coverage for at least 8 hours a day: 10/3/21, 10/4/21, 10/5/21, 10/6/21,...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Staffing Information
(Tag F0732)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure the daily staffing posted the number of nursing staff by category (RN, LPN, and CNA) providing direct care to resident...
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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
- • 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.
- • 28 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
- • Grade D (40/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
About This Facility
What is Envive Of River City's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns ENVIVE OF RIVER CITY an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, which is considered much below average nationally. Within Indiana, this rating places the facility higher than 0% of the state's 100 nursing homes. A rating at this level reflects concerns identified through health inspections, staffing assessments, or quality measures that families should carefully consider.
How is Envive Of River City Staffed?
CMS rates ENVIVE OF RIVER CITY's staffing level at 1 out of 5 stars, which is much below average compared to other nursing homes.
What Have Inspectors Found at Envive Of River City?
State health inspectors documented 28 deficiencies at ENVIVE OF RIVER CITY during 2021 to 2024. These included: 24 with potential for harm and 4 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Envive Of River City?
ENVIVE OF RIVER CITY is owned by a government entity. Government-operated facilities are typically run by state, county, or municipal agencies. The facility is operated by ENVIVE HEALTHCARE, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 71 certified beds and approximately 27 residents (about 38% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in EVANSVILLE, Indiana.
How Does Envive Of River City Compare to Other Indiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Indiana, ENVIVE OF RIVER CITY's overall rating (1 stars) is below the state average of 3.1 and health inspection rating (2 stars) is below the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Envive Of River City?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can you walk me through typical staffing levels on day, evening, and night shifts?" "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?" These questions are particularly relevant given the below-average staffing rating.
Is Envive Of River City Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, ENVIVE OF RIVER CITY 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 1-star overall rating and ranks #100 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 Envive Of River City Stick Around?
ENVIVE OF RIVER CITY has not reported staff turnover data to CMS. Staff turnover matters because consistent caregivers learn residents' individual needs, medications, and preferences. When staff frequently change, this institutional knowledge is lost. Families should ask the facility directly about their staff retention rates and average employee tenure.
Was Envive Of River City Ever Fined?
ENVIVE OF RIVER CITY 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 Envive Of River City on Any Federal Watch List?
ENVIVE OF RIVER CITY 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.