St Joseph Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
2301 Sterlington Road · Monroe, LA · 71203 · 3183233426
130 certified beds For profit - Partnership Chain: Cantex Continuing Care
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 72 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar; CMS rates its health inspections "much below average". 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.
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 | 3.40 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.40 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.84 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 44% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (44 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected January 25, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected January 25, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected January 25, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected January 25, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Corrected January 25, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected January 25, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected January 25, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F December 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 25, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F December 11, 2025 · found via complaint
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 January 25, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E July 30, 2025 · found via complaint
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 September 12, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 30, 2025 · found via complaint
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 September 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D April 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.
Corrected June 6, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E April 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Corrected June 6, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 3, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Corrected November 15, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 3, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 15, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E October 3, 2024
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected November 15, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 3, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected November 15, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E October 3, 2024
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected November 15, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E October 3, 2024
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 November 15, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 3, 2024 · found via complaint
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Corrected November 15, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 3, 2024 · 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 November 15, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E October 3, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected November 15, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E October 3, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 15, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E October 3, 2024 · found via complaint
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected November 15, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 195359 · certified since November 6, 1995. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.