BAYOU CHATEAU NURSING CTR
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Bayou Chateau Nursing Center in Simmesport, Louisiana, has a Trust Grade of C+, indicating it is slightly above average but not outstanding. It ranks #61 out of 264 facilities in Louisiana, placing it in the top half, and #2 out of 8 in Avoyelles County, meaning only one local option is better. The facility is improving, with issues decreasing from 7 in 2024 to just 1 in 2025. Staffing rated 4 out of 5 stars, with a turnover rate of 38%, which is lower than the state average, suggesting that staff are experienced and familiar with the residents. On the downside, there were 16 noted concerns, including the failure to properly store and prepare food, which posed potential risks to resident safety, and not updating daily nursing hours as required.
- Trust Score
- C+
- In Louisiana
- #61/264
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 38% turnover. Near Louisiana's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Louisiana facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 20 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Louisiana. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 16 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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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 (38%)
10 points below Louisiana average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, fire safety.
The Bad
Above Louisiana average (2.4)
Meets federal standards, typical of most facilities
Near Louisiana avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 16 deficiencies on record
Aug 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
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 1 (Resident #2) of 4 ( Resident #1, Resident #2, Resident #3, and Resident #4) sampled residents received the necessary...
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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 received services in the facility with reasonable accommodation of needs for 1 (#15) of 2 (#15 and #41) sam...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0676
(Tag F0676)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure ADLs (activities of daily living) were performed for 1 (#40) of 2 (#34 & #40) residents reviewed for ADLs. The facility...
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CONCERN
(D)
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 review the facility failed to meet the nutritional needs of residents in accordance with established national guidelines. The facility failed to follow the ...
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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, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure that food was properly stored, prepared, distributed and served in accordance with professional standards for food serv...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Staffing Information
(Tag F0732)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation and interview the facility failed to post nurse staffing information on a daily basis that included the resident census, and total number and actual hours worked by RNs, LPNs and ...
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Jun 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
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
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 a resident's person-centered plan of care f...
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Feb 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
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure that residents who were unable to carry out ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) received the necessary services to maint...
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Aug 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordan...
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Aug 2022
7 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0578
(Tag F0578)
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 the orders for Advance Directives accurately reflected the pr...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, interviews and record reviews, the facility failed to provide the necessary care and services to ensure and maintain good hygiene and grooming for 2 Residents (#5, and #37) of 3...
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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 observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure 1 (Resident #7) of 1 (#7) residents, who were incontinent and required indwelling catheterization, received appropriate...
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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 ensure that expired medications/ biologicals were not available for use/ administration to Residents.
Findings:
Review of the ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Garbage Disposal
(Tag F0814)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation and interview, the Facility failed to ensure garbage was disposed of properly. The total facility census was 47 Residents. Findings:
Observation on 08/15/2022 at 8:33 a.m. of the...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0888
(Tag F0888)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to follow infection control practices to prevent the development and transmission of COVID-19. The facility failed to:
1. Develop a policy for...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
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 1 of 1 sampled residents (Resident #39), 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 Louisiana facilities.
- • 38% turnover. Below Louisiana's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 16 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Bayou Chateau Nursing Ctr's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns BAYOU CHATEAU NURSING CTR an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is considered average nationally. Within Louisiana, this rating places the facility higher than 99% 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 Bayou Chateau Nursing Ctr Staffed?
CMS rates BAYOU CHATEAU NURSING CTR's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 38%, compared to the Louisiana average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Bayou Chateau Nursing Ctr?
State health inspectors documented 16 deficiencies at BAYOU CHATEAU NURSING CTR during 2022 to 2025. These included: 16 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Bayou Chateau Nursing Ctr?
BAYOU CHATEAU NURSING CTR is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 104 certified beds and approximately 48 residents (about 46% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in SIMMESPORT, Louisiana.
How Does Bayou Chateau Nursing Ctr Compare to Other Louisiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Louisiana, BAYOU CHATEAU NURSING CTR's overall rating (3 stars) is above the state average of 2.4, staff turnover (38%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Bayou Chateau Nursing Ctr?
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 Bayou Chateau Nursing Ctr Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, BAYOU CHATEAU NURSING CTR 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 #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 Bayou Chateau Nursing Ctr Stick Around?
BAYOU CHATEAU NURSING CTR has a staff turnover rate of 38%, which is about average for Louisiana 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 Bayou Chateau Nursing Ctr Ever Fined?
BAYOU CHATEAU NURSING CTR 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 Bayou Chateau Nursing Ctr on Any Federal Watch List?
BAYOU CHATEAU NURSING CTR 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.