Joplin Gardens
2810 South Jackson Avenue · Joplin, MO · 64804 · 4175720041
92 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: James & Judy Lincoln
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Staffing levels are well below research benchmarks for safe care.
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
Red flags
RN staffing in the bottom 10% nationally
0.17 registered-nurse hours per resident per day, vs a 0.58 national median and 0.75 benchmark.
64% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.08 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.17 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.85 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 64% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (25 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G March 17, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Past Non-Compliance · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 23, 2026 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected March 2, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 23, 2026 · 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 March 2, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E December 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected March 2, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 12, 2025 · 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 March 2, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · F December 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Corrected January 20, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 23, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected October 4, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 23, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 4, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 23, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 4, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 23, 2024
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected October 4, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E August 23, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected October 4, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 23, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 4, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E August 23, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 4, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E September 13, 2022
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Corrected October 27, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 13, 2022
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected October 27, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 13, 2022
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 October 27, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 13, 2022
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected October 27, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 13, 2022
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected October 27, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E September 13, 2022
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected October 27, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E September 13, 2022
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected October 27, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E September 13, 2022
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected October 27, 2022 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E October 18, 2019
Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.
Corrected December 2, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 18, 2019
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected December 2, 2019 · Environmental
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 265853 · certified since December 14, 2015. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.