Saint Helens Post Acute
75 Shore Drive · Saint Helens, OR · 97051 · 5033972713
92 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Kalesta Healthcare Group
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
Red flags
Special Focus Facility candidate
CMS lists this facility as a candidate for its Special Focus program for persistently poor inspection performance.
CMS abuse warning
CMS flags this facility with its abuse icon: cited for abuse that caused harm in the past year, or potential harm in the past two years.
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
62% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.05 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.49 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.70 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 62% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $43,525 |
Inspection citations (76 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E April 27, 2026 · found via complaint
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 June 1, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E April 27, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected June 1, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected June 1, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 27, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
Corrected June 1, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F April 27, 2026 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected June 1, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected April 21, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected April 21, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 21, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 5, 2026 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G October 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected November 7, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected May 1, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E January 21, 2025
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 21, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 21, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 21, 2025
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 February 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F January 21, 2025
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 February 28, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E January 21, 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 February 28, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 21, 2025
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 21, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E January 21, 2025
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E January 21, 2025
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F January 21, 2025
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F January 21, 2025
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E January 21, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E January 21, 2025
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Corrected February 28, 2025 · Infection Control
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 17, 2025 | Fine | $14,613 |
| September 12, 2023 | Fine | $28,912 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 385222 · certified since January 4, 1991. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.