WATERS OF HARTFORD CITY SKILLED NURSING FACILITY
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Waters of Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility has received an A Trust Grade, indicating it is excellent and highly recommended for care. Ranked #106 out of 505 facilities in Indiana, it is in the top half, and it is the best option in Blackford County. The facility is improving, having reduced its issues from 2 in 2024 to 0 in 2025. Staffing is average with a 3 out of 5 rating and a turnover rate of 40%, which is better than the state average of 47%, suggesting that many staff members stay long-term. Notably, the facility has no fines on record, which is a positive sign. However, there were some concerns noted by inspectors, including a failure to complete required pre-admission screenings for one resident and a lack of individualized care to prevent pressure injuries for two residents. While the facility has strengths, such as its excellent health inspection scores, these specific incidents indicate areas that need attention.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Indiana
- #106/505
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 40% 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 ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 48 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Indiana. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ✓ Good
- Only 3 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
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 (40%)
8 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 3 deficiencies on record
Feb 2024
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0645
(Tag F0645)
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 preadmission screening and resident review (PASRR) was com...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to implement and review individualized interventions to ...
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Apr 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to prevent the development of a pressure injury for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for pressure ulcers. (Resident 31)
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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.
- • Only 3 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Waters Of Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns WATERS OF HARTFORD CITY SKILLED NURSING FACILITY 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 Waters Of Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility Staffed?
CMS rates WATERS OF HARTFORD CITY SKILLED NURSING FACILITY's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 40%, compared to the Indiana average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Waters Of Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility?
State health inspectors documented 3 deficiencies at WATERS OF HARTFORD CITY SKILLED NURSING FACILITY during 2023 to 2024. These included: 3 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Waters Of Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility?
WATERS OF HARTFORD CITY SKILLED NURSING FACILITY 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 INFINITY HEALTHCARE CONSULTING, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 65 certified beds and approximately 38 residents (about 58% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in HARTFORD CITY, Indiana.
How Does Waters Of Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility Compare to Other Indiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Indiana, WATERS OF HARTFORD CITY SKILLED NURSING FACILITY's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (40%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Waters Of Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility?
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 Waters Of Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, WATERS OF HARTFORD CITY SKILLED NURSING FACILITY 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 Waters Of Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility Stick Around?
WATERS OF HARTFORD CITY SKILLED NURSING FACILITY has a staff turnover rate of 40%, 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 Waters Of Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility Ever Fined?
WATERS OF HARTFORD CITY SKILLED NURSING FACILITY 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 Waters Of Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility on Any Federal Watch List?
WATERS OF HARTFORD CITY SKILLED NURSING FACILITY 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.