Bella Terra St George
178 South 1200 East · St. George, UT · 84790 · 4356881207
149 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Beaver Valley Hospital
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $68,812 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 11 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
2 abuse-related citations at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
$68,812 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
73% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.12 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.68 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.65 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 73% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $100,651 |
Inspection citations (64 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2026
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected January 23, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2026
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected January 23, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Immediate jeopardy · J November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Actual harm · G November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Actual harm · G November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · H November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Actual harm · H November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Actual harm · G November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Actual harm · H November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Administration
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Actual harm · H November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Corrected January 7, 2025 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 8, 2024 | Fine | $68,812 |
| February 6, 2024 | Fine | $12,534 |
| June 28, 2023 | Fine | $19,305 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 465152 · certified since June 7, 2001. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.