CATHEDRAL HEALTH CARE CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Cathedral Health Care Center in Jasper, Indiana has a Trust Grade of C, which means it is considered average and falls in the middle of the pack compared to other facilities. It ranks #223 out of 505 in the state, placing it in the top half, and #4 out of 7 in Dubois County, indicating that only three local options are better. Unfortunately, the facility is trending worse, with issues increasing from 7 in 2023 to 9 in 2024. Staffing is a concern here with a rating of 2 out of 5 stars and a high turnover rate of 61%, which is above the Indiana average. There have been no fines, which is a positive sign, and the facility has average RN coverage, meaning there are enough registered nurses to catch problems that might be missed by other staff. However, there are notable incidents that raise concerns. For example, a resident with a urinary tract infection did not receive timely treatment, leading to a decline in mental status. Additionally, staff failed to maintain proper hygiene during medication administration, including not washing hands and touching pills with bare hands, which can increase the risk of infection. Food safety practices were also lacking, with improperly stored and unlabeled food items observed in the kitchen. Overall, while Cathedral Health Care Center has some strengths, these alarming issues highlight significant areas that families should consider when researching this nursing home.
- Trust Score
- C
- In Indiana
- #223/505
- Safety Record
- Moderate
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 61% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Indiana facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 35 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Indiana. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 22 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
Near Indiana average (3.1)
Meets federal standards, typical of most facilities
15pts above Indiana avg (46%)
Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
13 points above Indiana average of 48%
The Ugly 22 deficiencies on record
Sept 2024
7 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
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the physician and resident representative were notified of a change in condition for 1 of 4 residents reviewed for falls. The physic...
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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
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure accuracy of MDS (Minimum Data Set) Assessments for 1 of 1 resident assessments reviewed and 2 of 5 unnecessary medications reviewed....
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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 interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure comprehensive assessments were completed for 1 of 12 residents reviewed with diabetes. A follow up assessment was not completed afte...
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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
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure comprehensive assessments were completed appropriately for 2 of 5 residents reviewed for accidents. Fall risk assessmen...
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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 record review and interview, the facility failed to monitor for side-effects related to antipsychotic drug use for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for psychotropic drug use. (Resident 63)
Findings i...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0760
(Tag F0760)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents were free from any significant medication errors for 1 of 1 residents reviewed for notification of change. A resident rece...
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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
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure a safe, sanitary and comfortable environment to help prevent the development and transmission of disease and infection...
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Aug 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
Deficiency F0691
(Tag F0691)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to uphold professional standards of colostomy care for 1 of 1 residents reviewed for ostomy care. A resident's colostomy bag was...
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Jan 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
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure timely reporting of an allegation of abuse for 1 of 1 allegations of abuse reviewed. Following an allegation of perceived abuse, the...
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Sept 2023
7 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0576
(Tag F0576)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to deliver mail to the residents on Saturdays. Two of ten anonymous residents interviewed indicated they failed to get mail every Saturday.
F...
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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** 2. On 9/7/23 at 10:43 A.M., Resident 7's clinical record was reviewed. Diagnoses included, but were not limited to, end stage re...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to provide treatment and care in accordance with professional standard...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure that appropriate treatment and services were p...
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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 that a class II controlled substance was stored using acceptable professional practices for 1 of 1 residents reviewed ...
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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
2. On 9/07/23 at 8:58 A.M., Resident 19's most recent quarterly MDS (Minimum Data Set) Assessment, dated 6/26/23, indicated cognition status was unable to be assessed, extensive assistance of 2 was ne...
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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 interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to ensure food was stored and prepared safely in accordance with professional standards for food service for 2 of 2 kitchen obse...
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Jul 2021
6 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
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure that appropriate treatment and services were provided for an incontinent resident with a UTI (urinary tract infection)...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0558
(Tag F0558)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents were provided with reasonable accommodation of needs for 1 of 1 residents reviewed. A mattress was blocking ...
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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
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure adequate supervision and assistance to prevent falls for 1 of 2 residents reviewed for falls. Interventions to prevent...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0790
(Tag F0790)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure recommended dental services were provided for 1 of 1 residents reviewed for dental. (Resident 24)
Finding includes:
Du...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0583
(Tag F0583)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
5. On 7/14/21 at 9:28 A.M., RN 11 was observed to enter Resident 12's room during incontinence care. RN 11 knocked on the door as she entered, and did not introduce herself or indicate why she was in ...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 3. On 7/12/21 at 12:30 P.M., Activity Assistant 9 was observed to prepare to deliver a meal tray to a resident on transmission b...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Why is there high staff turnover? How do you retain staff?"
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Indiana facilities.
- • 22 deficiencies on record, including 1 serious (caused harm) violation. Ask about corrective actions taken.
- • Grade C (50/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
- • 61% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
About This Facility
What is Cathedral Health's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns CATHEDRAL HEALTH CARE CENTER an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is considered average nationally. Within Indiana, this rating places the facility higher than 0% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This mid-range rating indicates the facility meets federal standards but may have areas for improvement.
How is Cathedral Health Staffed?
CMS rates CATHEDRAL HEALTH CARE CENTER's staffing level at 2 out of 5 stars, which is below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 61%, which is 15 percentage points above the Indiana average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs. RN turnover specifically is 64%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.
What Have Inspectors Found at Cathedral Health?
State health inspectors documented 22 deficiencies at CATHEDRAL HEALTH CARE CENTER during 2021 to 2024. These included: 1 that caused actual resident harm and 21 with potential for harm. Deficiencies causing actual harm indicate documented cases where residents experienced negative health consequences.
Who Owns and Operates Cathedral Health?
CATHEDRAL HEALTH CARE 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 IDE MANAGEMENT GROUP, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 65 certified beds and approximately 61 residents (about 94% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in JASPER, Indiana.
How Does Cathedral Health Compare to Other Indiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Indiana, CATHEDRAL HEALTH CARE CENTER's overall rating (3 stars) is below the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (61%) is significantly higher than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Cathedral Health?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "How do you ensure continuity of care given staff turnover, and what is your staff retention strategy?" "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?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's high staff turnover rate and the below-average staffing rating.
Is Cathedral Health Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, CATHEDRAL HEALTH CARE 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 3-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 Cathedral Health Stick Around?
Staff turnover at CATHEDRAL HEALTH CARE CENTER is high. At 61%, the facility is 15 percentage points above the Indiana average of 46%. Registered Nurse turnover is particularly concerning at 64%. RNs handle complex medical decisions and coordinate care — frequent RN changes can directly impact care quality. High turnover means new staff may not know residents' individual needs, medications, or preferences. It can also be disorienting for residents, especially those with dementia who rely on familiar faces. Families should ask: What is causing the turnover? What retention programs are in place? How do you ensure care continuity during staff transitions?
Was Cathedral Health Ever Fined?
CATHEDRAL HEALTH CARE 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 Cathedral Health on Any Federal Watch List?
CATHEDRAL HEALTH CARE 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.