SWISS VILLA NURSING AND REHABILITATION
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Swiss Villa Nursing and Rehabilitation has a Trust Grade of B, indicating it is a good choice for care, though there may be some areas for improvement. In Indiana, it ranks #193 out of 505 facilities, placing it in the top half, and it is the only option in Switzerland County. The facility is improving, with issues decreasing from 10 in 2023 to just 3 in 2024, signaling positive changes. Staffing is a relative strength with a 3-star rating and a turnover rate of 42%, which is below the state average of 47%, suggesting that many staff members are familiar with the residents. While the facility has not incurred any fines, which is a good sign, it has faced concerns, such as failing to store medications securely and not promptly notifying a physician about a resident's need for a urinalysis. Overall, while Swiss Villa has many strengths, families should be aware of these specific incidents that indicate areas needing attention.
- Trust Score
- B
- In Indiana
- #193/505
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- 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 56 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Indiana. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 13 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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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 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 13 deficiencies on record
Oct 2024
3 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 a physician related to obtaining a urinalysis for 1 of 13 residents reviewed for notification of change. (Resident 21)
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0776
(Tag F0776)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to obtain diagnostic services in a timely manner for 1 of 13 residents reviewed for radiology and diagnostic services. (Resident 6)
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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, interview, and record review, the facility failed to acknowledge a resident had dentures and notify the dentist of lost dentures in a timely manner for 1 of 1 resident reviewed f...
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Oct 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
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to accurately complete MDS (Minimum Data Set) assessments related to residents' diagnoses of urinary tract infections for 2 of 3 residents rev...
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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
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to follow appropriate infection control guidelines during toileting care for 1 of 5 residents reviewed for infection control. (R...
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Aug 2023
8 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 observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to appropriately notify the physician in a timely manor for a resident's change in condition related to a fall for 1 of 14 resid...
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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** 3. A Quarterly MDS assessment, dated 07/06/23, indicated Resident 37 was rarely understood. The diagnoses included, but were not...
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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 complete neurological assessments after a fall for 1 of 6 residents reviewed for accidents. (Resident 30)
Findings include:
During an inter...
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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 interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident that was incontinent of bowel received appropriat...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0757
(Tag F0757)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to follow physicians orders related to medication hold parameters for 2 of 6 residents reviewed for unnecessary medications. (Re...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Laboratory Services
(Tag F0770)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to obtain laboratory results and communicate with the physician in a timely manner for 1 of 16 residents reviewed for laboratory...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to maintain a facility pantry snack refrigerator for all residents related to unlabeled items and outdated items for 1 of 1 snack refrigerator r...
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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 and interview, the facility failed to store medications appropriately related to having multiple unsecured loose tablets in the medication carts for 3 of 3 medication carts review...
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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
- • 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.
- • 13 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Swiss Villa Nursing And Rehabilitation's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns SWISS VILLA NURSING AND REHABILITATION 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 Swiss Villa Nursing And Rehabilitation Staffed?
CMS rates SWISS VILLA NURSING AND REHABILITATION's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is 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 Swiss Villa Nursing And Rehabilitation?
State health inspectors documented 13 deficiencies at SWISS VILLA NURSING AND REHABILITATION during 2023 to 2024. These included: 13 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Swiss Villa Nursing And Rehabilitation?
SWISS VILLA NURSING AND REHABILITATION is owned by a government entity. Government-operated facilities are typically run by state, county, or municipal agencies. The facility is operated by AMERICAN SENIOR COMMUNITIES, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 72 certified beds and approximately 47 residents (about 65% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in VEVAY, Indiana.
How Does Swiss Villa Nursing And Rehabilitation Compare to Other Indiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Indiana, SWISS VILLA NURSING AND REHABILITATION'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 Swiss Villa Nursing And Rehabilitation?
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 Swiss Villa Nursing And Rehabilitation Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, SWISS VILLA NURSING AND REHABILITATION 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 Swiss Villa Nursing And Rehabilitation Stick Around?
SWISS VILLA NURSING AND REHABILITATION 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 Swiss Villa Nursing And Rehabilitation Ever Fined?
SWISS VILLA NURSING AND REHABILITATION 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 Swiss Villa Nursing And Rehabilitation on Any Federal Watch List?
SWISS VILLA NURSING AND REHABILITATION 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.