THE WATERS OF WINCHESTER, LLC
Over 2 years since last inspection. Current conditions may differ from available data.
The Waters of Winchester, LLC has a Trust Grade of B, indicating it is a good choice for families seeking care, but there are some areas for improvement. It ranks #101 out of 298 nursing homes in Tennessee, placing it in the top half of facilities in the state, and #2 out of 3 in Franklin County, meaning there is only one local option that is better. The facility is showing an improving trend, decreasing from 2 issues in 2022 to just 1 in 2023, although it still has concerning staffing issues with only 1 out of 5 stars and a turnover rate of 42%, which is better than the state average. On the downside, it has accumulated $19,325 in fines, which is higher than 79% of Tennessee facilities, and there are significant concerns about the management of resident trust accounts, with multiple residents exceeding the Medicaid allowable limit, raising potential eligibility issues. Additionally, there was a failure to prevent and report an incident of abuse involving a resident, highlighting serious concerns that families should consider when evaluating care options.
- Trust Score
- B
- In Tennessee
- #101/298
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 42% turnover. Near Tennessee's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- $19,325 in fines. Lower than most Tennessee facilities. Relatively clean record.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 24 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Tennessee. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ○ Average
- 6 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
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 Tennessee average of 48%
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Tennessee avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Below median ($33,413)
Minor penalties assessed
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 6 deficiencies on record
Jul 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0569
(Tag F0569)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to manage the Resident Trust Accounts for 8 (Resident #2, Resident #6, Resident #8, Resident #11, Resident #43, Resident #49, Resident #54 and...
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Nov 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
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 review of facility policy, medical record review, facility investigation, observation and interview, the facility faile...
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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 review of facility policy, medical record review, facility investigation and interview, the facility failed to report i...
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Sept 2018
3 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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, and interview the facility failed to ensure a new falls intervention was...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review and interview the facility failed to ensure a resident was reevaluated by...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure expired blood collection tubes were properly disposed of in 1 ...
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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.
- • 42% turnover. Below Tennessee's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • $19,325 in fines. Above average for Tennessee. Some compliance problems on record.
About This Facility
What is The Waters Of Winchester, Llc's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns THE WATERS OF WINCHESTER, LLC an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within Tennessee, 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 The Waters Of Winchester, Llc Staffed?
CMS rates THE WATERS OF WINCHESTER, LLC's staffing level at 1 out of 5 stars, which is much below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 42%, compared to the Tennessee average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at The Waters Of Winchester, Llc?
State health inspectors documented 6 deficiencies at THE WATERS OF WINCHESTER, LLC during 2018 to 2023. These included: 6 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates The Waters Of Winchester, Llc?
THE WATERS OF WINCHESTER, LLC 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 132 certified beds and approximately 74 residents (about 56% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in WINCHESTER, Tennessee.
How Does The Waters Of Winchester, Llc Compare to Other Tennessee Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Tennessee, THE WATERS OF WINCHESTER, LLC's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 2.8, staff turnover (42%) 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 The Waters Of Winchester, Llc?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "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?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?" These questions are particularly relevant given the below-average staffing rating.
Is The Waters Of Winchester, Llc Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, THE WATERS OF WINCHESTER, LLC 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 Tennessee. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at The Waters Of Winchester, Llc Stick Around?
THE WATERS OF WINCHESTER, LLC has a staff turnover rate of 42%, which is about average for Tennessee 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 The Waters Of Winchester, Llc Ever Fined?
THE WATERS OF WINCHESTER, LLC has been fined $19,325 across 3 penalty actions. This is below the Tennessee average of $33,272. 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 The Waters Of Winchester, Llc on Any Federal Watch List?
THE WATERS OF WINCHESTER, LLC 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.