Richland Post Acute
1745 Pike Avenue · Richland, WA · 99354 · 5099468095
71 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Pacs Group
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 73 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
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.
$59,762 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — 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: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.42 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.27 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.79 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 39% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $59,762 |
Inspection citations (39 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 25, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected July 31, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E June 25, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected July 31, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E June 25, 2025
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected July 31, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E June 25, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 31, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 25, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected July 31, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 25, 2025
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 July 31, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E June 25, 2025
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Corrected July 31, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D June 25, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected July 31, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 25, 2025
Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.
Corrected July 31, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected February 13, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 30, 2024 · found via complaint
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Corrected January 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · G August 12, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2024
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected September 16, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2024
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected September 16, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2024
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected September 16, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E August 12, 2024
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected September 16, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 12, 2024
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected September 16, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 16, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2024
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected September 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2024
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected September 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| August 12, 2024 | Fine | $59,762 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 505514 · certified since December 29, 2004. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.