Parkside Care
308 West Emma · Union Gap, WA · 98903 · 5092481985
88 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Vertical Health Services
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $132,645 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
$132,645 in federal fines in the last 24 months
3 fines — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
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: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.37 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.93 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.75 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $132,645 |
Inspection citations (63 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G March 23, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 5, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 23, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected May 5, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 23, 2026
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 May 5, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 23, 2026
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected May 5, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 23, 2026
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected May 5, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 23, 2026
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Corrected May 5, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 23, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected May 5, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 23, 2026
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected May 5, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E March 23, 2026
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected May 5, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 23, 2026
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected May 5, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 23, 2026
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected May 5, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · F March 23, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 5, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 23, 2026
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Corrected May 5, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D March 23, 2026
Have a Compliance and Ethics Program.
Corrected May 5, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D March 23, 2026
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected May 5, 2026 · Environmental
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Actual harm · G December 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected December 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 18, 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 December 17, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 7, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected April 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 7, 2025
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected April 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 7, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected April 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 7, 2025
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected April 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 7, 2025
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Corrected April 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 7, 2025
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 April 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 7, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected April 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 7, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected April 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 18, 2025 | Fine | $17,480 |
| September 9, 2024 | Fine | $9,242 |
| September 9, 2024 | Fine | $105,923 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 505401 · certified since December 1, 1991. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.