nursing home in Peru, IN
Waters of Peru Skilled Nursing Facility, the
317 Blair Pike, Peru, IN 46970 · (765) 473-4426
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Waters of Peru Skilled Nursing Facility, the at a glance
Waters of Peru Skilled Nursing Facility, the is a 130-bed for-profit nursing home in Peru, Indiana (Miami County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Indiana average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 27, 2025) found 3 health citations. The Indiana average is 7.2.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 35.9% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 130
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Infinity Healthcare Consulting
- Medicare-certified since
- November 1, 1972
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Miami County
- CMS Certification Number
- 155039
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.40 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.75 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.80 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.97 hrs | 3.25 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 35.9% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 40.3% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 20 | 49.2 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $8,742 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 130 | 96 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 46 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 35.6% | 76.2% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 5.1% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 10.4% | 3.6% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 16% | 13.6% | 15.4% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 7.2% | 11% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.3% | 11.9% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 10.3% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 16.1% | 25.2% | 12.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 19.2% | 23.5% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 19.6% | 23.3% | 19% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.4% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 93.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 5.1% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 79% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.6% | 81.8% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 27, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 29, 2025 |
| June 27, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 29, 2025 |
| June 27, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 29, 2025 |
| June 27, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| June 27, 2025 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 17, 2025 |
| June 27, 2025 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 17, 2025 |
| June 27, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 17, 2025 |
| July 24, 2024 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0300 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 12, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 19, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 19, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 31, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Standard | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Standard | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| August 25, 2023 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0100 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 21, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 26, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 26, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 26, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 Standard | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 11, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 11, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 11, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| JOHNSON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 03/01/2013 |
| COPPERNOLL, DEBRA Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/05/2018 |
| BERKHOUSE, STEVEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/18/2021 |
| DUNKLE, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| BERKHOUSE, STEVEN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/18/2021 |
| DUNKLE, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| DUNKLE, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| MILLER'S HEALTH SYSTEMS INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2013 |
| THE WATERS OF PERU SKILLED NURSING FACILITY LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2022 |
| DECOLA, ROBERT Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/16/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Waters of Peru Skilled Nursing Facility, the's rating?
Waters of Peru Skilled Nursing Facility, the has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Indiana nursing homes is 3.1 stars.
How many inspection citations did Waters of Peru Skilled Nursing Facility, the receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Indiana average of 7.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Waters of Peru Skilled Nursing Facility, the accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Waters of Peru Skilled Nursing Facility, the?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Infinity Healthcare Consulting. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Waters of Peru Skilled Nursing Facility, the and how do I contact it?
Waters of Peru Skilled Nursing Facility, the is at 317 Blair Pike, Peru, IN 46970. Phone: (765) 473-4426.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.