Natchitoches Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Ll
750 Keyser Avenue · Natchitoches, LA · 71457 · 3183528779
98 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Norbert Bennett & Donald Denz
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $448,849 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
Red flags
4 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
$448,849 in federal fines in the last 24 months
2 fines — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
RN staffing in the bottom 10% nationally
0.25 registered-nurse hours per resident per day, vs a 0.58 national median and 0.75 benchmark.
66% 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: 1 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.42 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.25 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.89 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 66% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 4 · $616,611 |
Inspection citations (65 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E March 25, 2026
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 25, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 25, 2026
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 25, 2026
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E March 25, 2026
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E March 25, 2026
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 25, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E March 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected April 13, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 25, 2026 · found via complaint
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 April 13, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2026 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected March 25, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 25, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 24, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected March 25, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected February 21, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Corrected February 21, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected February 21, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E January 14, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected February 21, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 21, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected July 9, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · H March 12, 2025
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 12, 2025
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2025 · 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 February 4, 2025 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 12, 2025 | Fine | $212,875 |
| October 25, 2024 | Fine | $235,974 |
| May 24, 2024 | Fine | $69,521 |
| January 11, 2024 | Fine | $98,241 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 195293 · certified since July 1, 1994. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.