Nursing Homes in Washburn, Wisconsin
Washburn has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 50 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is at Wisconsin's state average of 3.0 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
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Total Beds
50
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
32 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
0
exceed staffing threshold
0% of facility
Zero Fines
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Top Rated in Washburn
Northern Lights Hcc
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About Nursing Home Care in Washburn
In Washburn, WI, the nursing home market is limited and may not meet the needs of families searching for quality care. The standout is Northern Lights HCC, but it comes with significant concerns, earning a Grade D from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Overall, options in Washburn are not ideal, and I recommend exploring facilities in neighboring cities to find better care.
Unfortunately, there are no facilities in Washburn that meet the standards families should look for. Given that Northern Lights HCC is the only option available, it's critical to proceed with caution. While it has a clean record with zero fines, its overall grade suggests that there are serious concerns regarding the quality of care. If you're willing to travel, look at facilities in nearby Bayfield or Ashland, which may offer better alternatives.
Families should definitely skip Northern Lights HCC due to its Grade D rating, which indicates ongoing issues in care quality. With no other facilities in town, your options are severely limited. When visiting any nursing home, make sure to ask about staff-to-resident ratios and request to see both common areas and private rooms to get a complete picture of the living conditions.
Washburn at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
Be Aware
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Washburn is stable
Questions Washburn Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Washburn avg is 0.54 hrs (32 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 Washburn facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Washburn, Wisconsin
Washburn, Wisconsin's Bayfield County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 50 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Washburn vs. Wisconsin: Near State Average
Washburn nursing homes perform near the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 3.00 stars is close to Wisconsin's statewide average of 3.00 stars.
0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better. Families should still research carefully, as quality varies by facility.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Washburn, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in Washburn
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Washburn facilities average 0.54 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Washburn resident receives approximately 32 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
0 Washburn facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Washburn has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 0 for-profit facilities. 0 of 1 facilities are chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Wisconsin cities for additional options. The following Wisconsin cities offer multiple nursing home options:
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Washburn, Wisconsin?
Washburn has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 50 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is above Wisconsin's state average of 3.0 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Washburn?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Washburn include:
- • Northern Lights Hcc — Grade D, 46/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Washburn nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Washburn as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Washburn Nursing Homes
Washburn offers typical nursing home options for the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.