Wharton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
1220 Sunny Lane · Wharton, TX · 77488 · 9795325020
120 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Wellsential Health
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (4 citations).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $62,525 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
4 immediate-jeopardy citations in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
$62,525 in federal fines in the last 24 months
2 fines — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.85 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
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: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.85 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.40 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.53 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 62% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $62,525 |
Inspection citations (19 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J April 19, 2026 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Immediate jeopardy · J April 19, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · K February 6, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 19, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · K February 6, 2026 · 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 April 19, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 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 April 18, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected July 2, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2025
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, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E March 28, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 1, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 28, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 1, 2025 · Infection Control
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Immediate jeopardy · J March 7, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 6, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G March 7, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected March 11, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2024 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected July 26, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 26, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected January 26, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 16, 2023 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Corrected August 22, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 16, 2023 · 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 August 22, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 16, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 22, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 10, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 21, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E October 27, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 18, 2022 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 6, 2026 | Fine | $54,244 |
| February 6, 2026 | Payment Denial | 41 days |
| March 7, 2025 | Fine | $8,281 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 675361 · certified since July 6, 1994. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.