Waters of Wabash Skilled Nursing Facility East the
1900 N Alber St · Wabash, IN · 46992 · 2605637427
84 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.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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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: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.15 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.30 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.84 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 31% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (26 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 17, 2026 · 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 April 1, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 17, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care.
Corrected April 1, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected December 31, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected December 31, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 22, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected June 9, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 22, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected June 9, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 22, 2025
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 9, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 22, 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 June 9, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 22, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected June 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 22, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F May 22, 2025
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E May 22, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected June 9, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F May 22, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 9, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 22, 2025
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected July 9, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D May 22, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 9, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 2, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 21, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected April 10, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 21, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 10, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected February 14, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected February 14, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 25, 2024 · 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 February 14, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D January 25, 2024 · found via complaint
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 14, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 30, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 1, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 30, 2023
Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.
Corrected August 1, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 155006 · certified since March 1, 1974. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.