Waters of Columbia City Skilled Nursing Facility
640 W Ellsworth St · Columbia City, IN · 46725 · 2602488101
84 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Infinity Healthcare Consulting
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
2 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.91 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.91 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.05 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.56 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 52% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $60,590 |
Inspection citations (17 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E December 12, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected January 16, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 16, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected January 16, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 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 January 16, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F December 12, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 16, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E October 21, 2024
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 November 1, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 21, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected November 1, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 21, 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 1, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F October 21, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected November 1, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E October 21, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 1, 2024 · Infection Control
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Immediate jeopardy · J February 22, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 24, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J February 22, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected February 24, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 29, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected October 20, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 29, 2023
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected October 20, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 29, 2023
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected October 20, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 29, 2023
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected October 20, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E September 29, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 20, 2023 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 22, 2024 | Fine | $60,590 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 155150 · certified since January 3, 1974. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.