Harmony House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, I
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Harmony House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Shreveport, Louisiana, has received an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating it is highly recommended among nursing homes. It ranks #8 out of 264 facilities in the state and #2 out of 22 in Caddo County, placing it in the top tier for both areas. The facility is improving, having reduced its issues from five in 2023 to none in 2024. Staffing received an average rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a turnover rate of 52%, which is around the state average. Although there have been no fines, which is a positive sign, there were notable concerns, such as missed insulin doses for a resident with diabetes and failure to change a catheter as ordered, which raises questions about adherence to care plans. Overall, while the nursing home has strong RN coverage and an excellent health inspection rating, families should be aware of these specific incidents and the average staffing situation.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Louisiana
- #8/264
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 52% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Louisiana facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 23 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Louisiana. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ✓ Good
- Only 5 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
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 Louisiana avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 5 deficiencies on record
Aug 2023
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interviews the facility failed to ensure a resident's plan of care was implemented for 1 (#1) of 5 (#1, #5, #6, #53, #109) residents who were reviewed for unnecessary medica...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0678
(Tag F0678)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record reviews and interviews, the facility failed to ensure a resident's medical record reflected the resident's advan...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview the facility failed to ensure a resident with an indwelling catheter received appropriate c...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0725
(Tag F0725)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record reviews and interview the facility failed to ensure there was a sufficient number of skilled licensed nurses, nurse aides, and other nursing personnel to provide care and respond to ea...
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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
Employment Screening
(Tag F0606)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record reviews and interview, the facility failed to ensure individuals with convictions barring employment were not employed by the facility for 1 (S2 CNA [Certified Nursing Assistant] Stude...
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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 Louisiana.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Louisiana facilities.
- • Only 5 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 Harmony House Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, I's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns Harmony House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, I an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Louisiana, 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 Harmony House Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, I Staffed?
CMS rates Harmony House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, I's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 52%, compared to the Louisiana average of 46%.
What Have Inspectors Found at Harmony House Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, I?
State health inspectors documented 5 deficiencies at Harmony House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, I during 2023. These included: 5 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Harmony House Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, I?
Harmony House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, I 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 CENTRAL MANAGEMENT COMPANY, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 115 certified beds and approximately 114 residents (about 99% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in SHREVEPORT, Louisiana.
How Does Harmony House Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, I Compare to Other Louisiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Louisiana, Harmony House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, I's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.4, staff turnover (52%) 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 Harmony House Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, I?
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 Harmony House Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, I Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, Harmony House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, I 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 Louisiana. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Harmony House Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, I Stick Around?
Harmony House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, I has a staff turnover rate of 52%, which is 6 percentage points above the Louisiana average of 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 Harmony House Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, I Ever Fined?
Harmony House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, I 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 Harmony House Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, I on Any Federal Watch List?
Harmony House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, I 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.