Waters of Syracuse Skilled Nursing Facility, the
500 E Pickwick Dr · Syracuse, IN · 46567 · 5744574401
66 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Infinity Healthcare Consulting
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
Red flags
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
67% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.38 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.51 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.96 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 67% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (35 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G January 10, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 10, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected February 11, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 10, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected February 11, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 10, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected February 11, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 10, 2025
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected February 11, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 10, 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 27, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 10, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected February 11, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 10, 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 27, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 10, 2025
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected February 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 10, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected February 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 10, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected February 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 10, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected February 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 10, 2025
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected February 11, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 10, 2025
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 February 11, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 10, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected February 11, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E January 10, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 11, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 10, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 27, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2024
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected March 5, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 5, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2024
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected March 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2024
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected March 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected March 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2024
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected March 5, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 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 March 5, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 5, 2024 · Infection Control
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 10, 2025 | Payment Denial | 13 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 155581 · certified since October 1, 1996. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.