Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation of Lafourche
1002 Tiger Drive · Thibodaux, LA · 70301 · 9854472205
72 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.64 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.36 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.03 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 43% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $24,501 |
Inspection citations (10 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J March 11, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 11, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected December 13, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 4, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected November 21, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · L February 16, 2023
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected March 17, 2023 · Administration
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Immediate jeopardy · L February 16, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 17, 2023 · Infection Control
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Immediate jeopardy · L February 16, 2023
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Corrected March 17, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 16, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected March 17, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 16, 2023
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected March 17, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 16, 2023
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 March 17, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 11, 2025 | Fine | $24,501 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 195449 · certified since December 1, 1997. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.