WEST RIVER HEALTH CAMPUS
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
West River Health Campus in Evansville, Indiana, has a Trust Grade of D, indicating below-average performance and some concerns regarding care quality. They rank #404 out of 505 facilities statewide, placing them in the bottom half of Indiana nursing homes, and #11 out of 17 in Vanderburgh County, meaning there are only a few local options that are better. While the facility has shown improvement over the years, reducing serious issues from 8 in 2024 to 2 in 2025, they still have significant challenges, including $18,655 in fines, which is higher than 92% of Indiana facilities, suggesting ongoing compliance problems. Staffing is a relative strength, with a rating of 4 out of 5 stars and better RN coverage than 78% of state facilities, although turnover is average at 54%. However, there have been serious incidents, including a resident developing a severe urinary tract infection after not receiving proper care for their catheter, and another resident suffered a clavicle fracture after an unwitnessed fall due to inadequate supervision. While the staffing levels and improvements in care are positive aspects, families should weigh these against the concerning incidents and fines when considering this facility for a loved one.
- Trust Score
- D
- In Indiana
- #404/505
- Safety Record
- Moderate
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 54% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ⚠ Watch
- $18,655 in fines. Higher than 86% of Indiana facilities, suggesting repeated compliance issues.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 67 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of Indiana nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 17 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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4-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
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Below Indiana average (3.1)
Below average - review inspection findings carefully
Near Indiana avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Below median ($33,413)
Minor penalties assessed
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 17 deficiencies on record
Aug 2025
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 interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident's plan of care was followed by providing assistan...
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Jun 2025
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
Deficiency F0627
(Tag F0627)
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 complete the required discharge documentation. Transfer/Discharge d...
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Aug 2024
7 deficiencies
1 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
A resident was harmed · 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 services were provided to a resident with an indwelling urin...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
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 residents had supervision and interventions in...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, record review, and observation, the facility failed to ensure a resident's decline in nutritional status was...
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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 oxygen equipment was properly labeled and oxygen services were provided according to physician order for 1 of 3 reside...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 4. On 8/12/24 at 11:21 A.M., Resident 6 indicated she was supposed to get showers every other day but didn't get them very often...
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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 served in a sanitary manner in accordance with professional standards for food service safety for 2 of 2 obse...
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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
3. During a wound care observation on 8/15/24 at 9:16 A.M., the RN (Registered Nurse) 11 was observed standing in the hall wearing a gown and gloves. RN 11 entered Resident 9's room, shut the door, an...
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May 2024
1 deficiency
1 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure effective supervision was provided to a cognitively impaired, dependent resident to prevent falls and failed to ensure...
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Sept 2023
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
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
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 physician medication orders were put in place for 1 of 3 res...
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May 2023
4 deficiencies
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 observation, 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'...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Unnecessary Medications
(Tag F0759)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure it was free of a medication error rate of greater than 5 percent (%) for 2 of 6 residents (Resident 14, Resident 238)o...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure proper storage of medications for 2 of 2 medication carts and 2 of 2 medication storage rooms observed. Loose pills we...
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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 and dishwasher temperatures were within range and completed for 1 of 1 kitchen observations. Food was no...
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Apr 2023
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
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure the plan of care was followed for 1 of 3 residents reviewed. A fall intervention was not in place. (Resident D)
Findin...
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Dec 2019
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
2. On 12/3/19 at 11:00 a.m., RN 1 was observed to perform an accucheck (test for measuring blood glucose), utilizing a facility glucometer (device to measure blood glucose) for Resident 18. RN 1 was o...
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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
- • Licensed and certified facility. Meets minimum state requirements.
- • 17 deficiencies on record, including 2 serious (caused harm) violations. Ask about corrective actions taken.
- • $18,655 in fines. Above average for Indiana. Some compliance problems on record.
- • Grade D (43/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
About This Facility
What is West River Health Campus's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns WEST RIVER HEALTH CAMPUS an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which is considered 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 West River Health Campus Staffed?
CMS rates WEST RIVER HEALTH CAMPUS's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 54%, compared to the Indiana average of 46%.
What Have Inspectors Found at West River Health Campus?
State health inspectors documented 17 deficiencies at WEST RIVER HEALTH CAMPUS during 2019 to 2025. These included: 2 that caused actual resident harm and 15 with potential for harm. Deficiencies causing actual harm indicate documented cases where residents experienced negative health consequences.
Who Owns and Operates West River Health Campus?
WEST RIVER HEALTH CAMPUS is owned by a government entity. Government-operated facilities are typically run by state, county, or municipal agencies. The facility is operated by TRILOGY HEALTH SERVICES, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 61 certified beds and approximately 40 residents (about 66% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in EVANSVILLE, Indiana.
How Does West River Health Campus Compare to Other Indiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Indiana, WEST RIVER HEALTH CAMPUS's overall rating (2 stars) is below the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (54%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (2 stars) is below the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting West River Health Campus?
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 West River Health Campus Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, WEST RIVER HEALTH CAMPUS 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 2-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 West River Health Campus Stick Around?
WEST RIVER HEALTH CAMPUS has a staff turnover rate of 54%, which is 8 percentage points above the Indiana average of 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 West River Health Campus Ever Fined?
WEST RIVER HEALTH CAMPUS has been fined $18,655 across 1 penalty action. This is below the Indiana average of $33,265. While any fine indicates a compliance issue, fines under $50,000 are relatively common and typically reflect isolated problems that were subsequently corrected. Families should ask what specific issues led to these fines and confirm they've been resolved.
Is West River Health Campus on Any Federal Watch List?
WEST RIVER HEALTH CAMPUS 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.