WATERS OF SCOTTSBURG, THE
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
The Waters of Scottsburg nursing home has received a Trust Grade of F, indicating significant concerns and poor overall performance. It ranks #499 out of 505 facilities in Indiana, placing it in the bottom half of state options and #4 out of 4 in Scott County, meaning only one local facility is a better choice. The situation is worsening, with the number of reported issues increasing from 18 in 2024 to 19 in 2025. Staffing is rated poorly at 1 out of 5 stars, with a turnover rate of 48%, which is average, suggesting instability in staff. The facility has also incurred $31,352 in fines, which is higher than 93% of Indiana facilities, raising concerns about repeated compliance issues. Additionally, RN coverage is average, which is not ideal as registered nurses play a crucial role in identifying problems that nursing assistants may miss. Specific incidents of concern include a resident with impaired cognition managing to exit the facility unsupervised, raising serious safety risks. There were also issues with kitchen cleanliness and food availability, as staff reported frequently having to buy snacks for residents due to inadequate provisions from the dietary department. Overall, while there are some strengths in staffing and RN coverage, the significant number of deficiencies and critical incidents overshadow these positives, making this facility a concerning option for families.
- Trust Score
- F
- In Indiana
- #499/505
- Safety Record
- High Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 48% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- $31,352 in fines. Lower than most Indiana facilities. Relatively clean record.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 27 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Indiana. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 53 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
Near Indiana avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Below median ($33,413)
Moderate penalties - review what triggered them
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 53 deficiencies on record
Sept 2025
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(F)
📢 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
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide a clean and sanitary kitchen for 2 of 2 kitchen observations and failed to store foods appropriately related to snack...
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Jul 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 F0604
(Tag F0604)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure a resident was free from physical restraint for the purpose of convenience for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for restraints. (Resident B...
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Jun 2025
5 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
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to follow the physicians' orders related to medication hold parameters for 2 of 3 residents reviewed for Quality of Care. (Resident B and Resi...
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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
Pharmacy Services
(Tag F0755)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a physician's order was in place for the administration of an additional dose related to anxiety medication for 1 of 3 resident's re...
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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
Deficiency F0808
(Tag F0808)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident (Resident E) received double portions, per the meal tickets, for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for dietary servi...
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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
Deficiency F0810
(Tag F0810)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure appropriate assistive device related to a lip plate was in place, per the resident's plan of care, for 1 of 3 residents...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 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 F0809
(Tag F0809)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure snacks were provided and were available for residents for 6 of 6 residents reviewed for dietary services (Residents E, ...
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Feb 2025
5 deficiencies
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 record review and interview, the facility failed to adequately secure residents in the facility van when transporting 1 of 3 residents reviewed for accidents (Resident 66)
Findings include:
T...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0698
(Tag F0698)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure dialysis site monitoring and assessments were completed for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for dialysis. (Resident 24)
Findings include:
...
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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, record review, and interview, the facility failed to store and dispose of discontinued insulin pens appropriately for 1 of 5 medication carts reviewed for medication storage. (Ea...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0727
(Tag F0727)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to schedule 8-hour consecutive RN coverage for 6 of 6 months reviewed. (July, August, September, October, November, and December 2024). This h...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pharmacy Services
(Tag F0755)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure narcotic medication counts were properly docum...
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Feb 2025
7 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
Deficiency F0552
(Tag F0552)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident (Resident B) was informed, in a timely manner, of the cancellation of an appointment for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for re...
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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
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
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 protect the residents' right to be free from verbal ab...
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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
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
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 implement policies and procedures for ensuring the reporting of a r...
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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 implement a plan of care for a resident (Resident B) after all the resident's teeth were extracted for 1 of 3 residents review...
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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
Deficiency F0800
(Tag F0800)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident's (Resident B) diet was changed and implemented in a timely manner for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for dietary.
Findings in...
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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
Menu Adequacy
(Tag F0803)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record reviewed, the facility failed to ensure a resident's (Resident H) therapeutic diet was followed for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for resident meals.
Findings in...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 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 F0809
(Tag F0809)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure snacks were provided and available for resident...
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Nov 2024
4 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
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure dressing changes on residents' (Resident B and Resident D) peripherally inserted central catheter line were completed a...
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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
Pharmacy Services
(Tag F0755)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident's (Resident E) routine Lorazepam (narcotic antianxiety medication) was administered, as ordered by the physician, for 1 o...
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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
Deficiency F0804
(Tag F0804)
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 food was served at appropriate temperatures for...
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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
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure as resident's (Resident E) medication administration record accurately reflected the administration of as needed narcotic pain medic...
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Feb 2024
14 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0561
(Tag F0561)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure resident preferences with meals were honored for 2 of 25 residents reviewed for choices. (Resident B and 275)
Findings...
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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
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to revise a resident's care plan from being at-risk for skin issues to actual skin impairment when the resident developed a rash and wound to ...
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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, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure appropriate emergency supplies for tracheostomy care were at the bedside for 1 of 1 residents reviewed for tracheostom...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0740
(Tag F0740)
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 ensure appropriate behavioral health services were obtained for 1 o...
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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
Deficiency F0741
(Tag F0741)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
3. The record for Resident C was reviewed on 1/31/23 at 2:21 p.m. indicated the diagnoses included but were not limited to, Alzheimer's, dementia with other behavioral disturbances, senile degeneratio...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Dental Services
(Tag F0791)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to obtain routine dental services for 1 of 2 residents reviewed for dental services. (Resident 39)
Findings include:
During an ...
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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 observation and interview, the facility failed to provide meals that were palatable for 2 of 2 random observations of meal service. This deficient practice had the potential to effect all 67 ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0565
(Tag F0565)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to act upon resident concerns of food temperatures, taste of food, no activities on the weekend, drinks not being passed at night, staff compl...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0744
(Tag F0744)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure individualized resident activities were conducted for residents with dementia related to aggressive behaviors, resident to resident ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0745
(Tag F0745)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure appropriate psychosocial follow-up by social s...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 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 F0802
(Tag F0802)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure appropriate staffing to maintain the kitchen. This deficient practice had the potential to affect all 67 residents cur...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Menu Adequacy
(Tag F0803)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure staff followed menus and recipes for meal services for 3 of 3 random observations of meal service. This deficient prac...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0809
(Tag F0809)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure residents were offered a nourishing snack at night between dinner and breakfast for 6 of 21 residents related to snack...
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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, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure cleanliness of the kitchen and appropriate food preparation related to the steam table, handwashing sink, storage cont...
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Dec 2023
4 deficiencies
1 IJ
CRITICAL
(J)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Someone could have died · 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 adequate supervision was in place when a reside...
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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
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 post photos of a resident on their personal social media account for 1 of 3 residents reviewed f...
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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
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident's (Resident C) fall intervention was in place, per the resident's plan of care, for 1 of 3 residents reviewe...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 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
QAPI Program
(Tag F0867)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to identify an unresolved quality deficiency which had been cited on a previous survey, and ensure actions were developed and implemented to a...
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Sept 2023
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
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility management failed to report incidents to the Indiana Department of Health when a resident (Resident F ) exited the facility grounds, without supervis...
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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 adequate supervision was in place when a resident (Resident F), with impaired cognition, did not exit the facility grou...
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Jul 2023
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 videotape a resident, without the resident/resident representative permission, for 1 of 3 reside...
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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
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility administration failed to report an incident to the Indiana Department of Health, in a timely manner, when a staff member videotaped the resident (Res...
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Feb 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
Deficiency F0558
(Tag F0558)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide reasonable accommodation of a resident's needs by placing the call light out of reach for 1 of 5 residents reviewed f...
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Jan 2023
4 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 record review and interview, the facility failed to notify the physician for a blood sugar level over 400 for 1 of 2 residents reviewed for Notification of Change. (Resident 39)
Findings incl...
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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
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure pressure relief interventions were implemented for 1 of 4 residents reviewed for Pressure Ulcers. (Resident 263)
Find...
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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
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure interventions to prevent recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) were developed for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for bowel and bladde...
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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
2. During a lunch observation in the dementia unit on 1/9/23 at 12:00 p.m., the Social Service Director dropped the lid, covering the plate, into the mashed potatoes and gravy. She pulled the lid from...
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Jan 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
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure resident to resident (Resident B) sexual abuse did not occur and staff to resident (Resident D) verbal abuse did not occur for 2 of ...
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Dec 2022
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
Deficiency F0744
(Tag F0744)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure non-pharmacological interventions were implemented for a resident (Resident K), prior to a behavioral medication adjustment, for 1 o...
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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
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident's (Resident C) medication administration record accurately reflected the administration of an as needed narcotic pain med...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "What changes have you made since the serious inspection findings?"
- "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.
- • Multiple safety concerns identified: 1 life-threatening violation(s), $31,352 in fines. Review inspection reports carefully.
- • 53 deficiencies on record, including 1 critical (life-threatening) violation. These warrant careful review before choosing this facility.
- • $31,352 in fines. Higher than 94% of Indiana facilities, suggesting repeated compliance issues.
- • Grade F (23/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
About This Facility
What is Waters Of Scottsburg, The's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns WATERS OF SCOTTSBURG, THE 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 Waters Of Scottsburg, The Staffed?
CMS rates WATERS OF SCOTTSBURG, THE's staffing level at 1 out of 5 stars, which is much below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 48%, compared to the Indiana average of 46%. RN turnover specifically is 60%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.
What Have Inspectors Found at Waters Of Scottsburg, The?
State health inspectors documented 53 deficiencies at WATERS OF SCOTTSBURG, THE during 2022 to 2025. These included: 1 Immediate Jeopardy (the most serious level, indicating potential for serious harm or death) and 52 with potential for harm. Immediate Jeopardy findings are rare and represent the most serious regulatory concerns. They require immediate corrective action.
Who Owns and Operates Waters Of Scottsburg, The?
WATERS OF SCOTTSBURG, THE 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 99 certified beds and approximately 62 residents (about 63% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in SCOTTSBURG, Indiana.
How Does Waters Of Scottsburg, The Compare to Other Indiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Indiana, WATERS OF SCOTTSBURG, THE's overall rating (1 stars) is below the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (48%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (1 stars) is much below the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Waters Of Scottsburg, The?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "What changes have been made since the serious inspection findings, and how are you preventing similar issues?" "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 Immediate Jeopardy citations and the below-average staffing rating.
Is Waters Of Scottsburg, The Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, WATERS OF SCOTTSBURG, THE has documented safety concerns. Inspectors have issued 1 Immediate Jeopardy citation (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death). The facility has a 1-star overall rating and ranks #100 of 100 nursing homes in Indiana. Families considering this facility should ask detailed questions about what corrective actions have been taken since these incidents.
Do Nurses at Waters Of Scottsburg, The Stick Around?
WATERS OF SCOTTSBURG, THE has a staff turnover rate of 48%, 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 Scottsburg, The Ever Fined?
WATERS OF SCOTTSBURG, THE has been fined $31,352 across 1 penalty action. This is below the Indiana average of $33,392. 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 Waters Of Scottsburg, The on Any Federal Watch List?
WATERS OF SCOTTSBURG, THE 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.