SAINT ANTHONY REHAB AND NURSING CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Saint Anthony Rehab and Nursing Center has a Trust Grade of B+, indicating it is above average and recommended for families considering their options. It ranks #184 out of 505 facilities in Indiana, placing it in the top half, and #4 out of 11 in Tippecanoe County, meaning only three local facilities are rated higher. The facility's performance is stable with no significant improvements or declines noted since it is a new establishment. Staffing is a positive aspect, rated 4 out of 5 stars, with a turnover rate of 42% that is below the state average, suggesting many staff members remain long-term to provide consistent care. Although there have been no fines, there are some concerns, such as incidents where a resident was filmed and posted online without consent, and another resident exited the facility unnoticed and was found three blocks away. While these issues have been addressed, they highlight the need for improved supervision and respect for resident privacy.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In Indiana
- #184/505
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Too New
- 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 ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 52 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Indiana. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ○ Average
- 7 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
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
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Staff turnover below average (42%)
6 points below Indiana average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, 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
Sept 2024
2 deficiencies
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
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a staff member did not photograph or video tape a resident and post the video online on social media for 1 of 1 residen...
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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
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident received adequate supervision when the resident exited the facility, without staff knowledge, and was found ...
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Aug 2024
5 deficiencies
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 a resident was seated at a table with the height adjusted to accommodate the resident's needs for 1 of 1 resident revie...
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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 a resident's functional limitation in range of motion was included in the comprehensive care plan for 1 of 2 residents ...
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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
A current policy, titled Physician Notification, Change in Condition, dated as last reviewed on 8/2021 and received from the DON on 8/15/24 at 4:00 p.m., indicated .To ensure that significant changes ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Tube Feeding
(Tag F0693)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a staff member followed the policy and procedure when verifying the gastrostomy tube (g-tube) placement prior to medica...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0919
(Tag F0919)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** During an observation, on 8/16/24 at 11:18 a.m., Registered Nurse (RN) 2 indicated the call system was new and the old call ligh...
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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 B+ (80/100). 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 Saint Anthony Rehab And Nursing Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns SAINT ANTHONY REHAB AND NURSING CENTER an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered 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 Saint Anthony Rehab And Nursing Center Staffed?
CMS rates SAINT ANTHONY REHAB AND NURSING CENTER's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above 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 Saint Anthony Rehab And Nursing Center?
State health inspectors documented 7 deficiencies at SAINT ANTHONY REHAB AND NURSING CENTER during 2024. These included: 7 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Saint Anthony Rehab And Nursing Center?
SAINT ANTHONY REHAB AND NURSING 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 MAJOR HOSPITAL, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 120 certified beds and approximately 74 residents (about 62% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in LAFAYETTE, Indiana.
How Does Saint Anthony Rehab And Nursing Center Compare to Other Indiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Indiana, SAINT ANTHONY REHAB AND NURSING CENTER's overall rating (4 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 Saint Anthony Rehab And Nursing 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 Saint Anthony Rehab And Nursing Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, SAINT ANTHONY REHAB AND NURSING 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 4-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 Saint Anthony Rehab And Nursing Center Stick Around?
SAINT ANTHONY REHAB AND NURSING 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 Saint Anthony Rehab And Nursing Center Ever Fined?
SAINT ANTHONY REHAB AND NURSING 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 Saint Anthony Rehab And Nursing Center on Any Federal Watch List?
SAINT ANTHONY REHAB AND NURSING 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.