nursing home in Hobart, IN

Waters of Hobart Skilled Nursing Facility, the

2901 W 37th Ave, Hobart, IN 46342 · (219) 942-2170

★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★1
  • Staffing★★★★★1
  • Quality measures★★★★★4

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Waters of Hobart Skilled Nursing Facility, the at a glance

Waters of Hobart Skilled Nursing Facility, the is a 110-bed for-profit nursing home in Hobart, Indiana (Lake County).

CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Indiana average of 3.1.

Residents receive about 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (June 17, 2025) found 15 health citations. The Indiana average is 7.2.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 48.1% per year (state average 45.9%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
110
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Infinity Healthcare Consulting
Medicare-certified since
April 11, 1985
Resident/family council
Both
County
Lake County
CMS Certification Number
155251

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityIndiana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 53.1 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.5 / 52.9 / 5Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 54.1 / 53.6 / 5Average
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)4 / 54.3 / 53.8 / 5Average
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)4 / 53.8 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility3.24 hrsIndiana average3.69 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Indiana and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIndiana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.24 hrs3.69 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.44 hrs0.67 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.76 hrs2.24 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.83 hrs3.25 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)48.1%45.9%45.8%Average
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)50%40.3%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility15Indiana average7U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Indiana and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIndiana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)1579Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)423Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)8849.280.6Worse

Penalties

This facility0Indiana average0U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Indiana and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIndiana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)001Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$8,742$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)001Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityIndiana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds11096107
Average residents per day637386
Occupancy57.5%76.2%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility3.7%Indiana average3.9%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Indiana and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIndiana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)3.7%3.9%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)6.4%3.6%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)13%13.6%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0.9%1.1%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.2%0.4%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)4.2%11%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)12.3%11.9%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)10.5%5.5%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)50.5%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)25.7%23.5%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)31.5%23.3%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)89.8%95.4%95.5%Worse
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)88.8%93.6%93.6%Worse

Short-stay residents

This facility2.4%Indiana average1.2%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Indiana and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIndiana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)2.4%1.2%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)49.3%79%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)63.4%81.8%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 46 health deficiencies and 22 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
July 23, 2026
Complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 3, 2026
July 23, 2026
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 3, 2026
June 17, 2025
Fire safety
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0300
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 8, 2025
June 17, 2025
Fire safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 8, 2025
June 17, 2025
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 8, 2025
June 17, 2025
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 8, 2025
June 17, 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 8, 2025
June 17, 2025
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 8, 2025
June 17, 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 8, 2025
June 17, 2025
Fire safety
Have horizontal exits used in accordance with safety requirements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0226
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 8, 2025
June 17, 2025
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 8, 2025
June 17, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 8, 2025
June 17, 2025
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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 9, 2025
June 17, 2025
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 9, 2025
June 17, 2025
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.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 9, 2025
June 17, 2025
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 July 9, 2025
June 17, 2025
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 9, 2025
June 17, 2025
Standard
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 9, 2025
June 17, 2025
Standard
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 9, 2025
June 17, 2025
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 9, 2025
June 17, 2025
Standard
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 9, 2025
June 17, 2025
Standard
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 9, 2025
June 17, 2025
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 July 9, 2025
June 17, 2025
Standard
Provide appropriate foot care.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0687
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 9, 2025
June 17, 2025
Standard
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 9, 2025
October 29, 2024
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 31, 2024
October 29, 2024
Complaint
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 31, 2024
October 29, 2024
Complaint
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 29, 2024
October 29, 2024
Complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 31, 2024
October 29, 2024
Complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 31, 2024
July 11, 2024
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 22, 2024
July 11, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 22, 2024
July 11, 2024
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 22, 2024
July 11, 2024
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 31, 2024
July 11, 2024
Standard
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 31, 2024
July 11, 2024
Standard
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 31, 2024
July 11, 2024
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 31, 2024
July 11, 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 July 31, 2024
July 11, 2024
Standard
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 31, 2024
July 11, 2024
Standard
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 31, 2024
July 11, 2024
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 July 31, 2024
July 11, 2024
Standard
Provide appropriate foot care.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0687
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 31, 2024
July 11, 2024
Standard
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected July 31, 2024
March 4, 2024
Complaint
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 March 17, 2024
March 4, 2024
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 17, 2024
February 7, 2024
Complaint
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 22, 2024
February 7, 2024
Complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 22, 2024
February 7, 2024
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 22, 2024
November 29, 2023
Complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 15, 2023
May 12, 2023
Fire safety
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 3, 2023
May 12, 2023
Fire safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 3, 2023
May 12, 2023
Fire safety
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0346
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 3, 2023
May 12, 2023
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 3, 2023
May 12, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 3, 2023
May 12, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 3, 2023
May 12, 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 July 3, 2023
May 12, 2023
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 3, 2023
May 12, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 3, 2023
May 12, 2023
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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 14, 2023
May 12, 2023
Standard
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 14, 2023
May 12, 2023
Standard
Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0773
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 14, 2023
May 12, 2023
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 14, 2023
May 12, 2023
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 14, 2023
May 12, 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 June 14, 2023
May 12, 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 June 14, 2023
May 12, 2023
Standard
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 14, 2023
May 12, 2023
Standard
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 14, 2023
May 12, 2023
Standard
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 14, 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.

NameRoleShareSince
JOHNSON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%03/01/2013
MITCHELL, JARRETT
Individual
contracted managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2019
BERKHOUSE, STEVEN
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE10/18/2021
DUNKLE, DAVID
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2019
BERKHOUSE, STEVEN
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE10/18/2021
DUNKLE, DAVID
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2019
DUNKLE, DAVID
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2019
MILLER'S HEALTH SYSTEMS INC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2013
THE WATERS OF HOBART SKILLED NURSING FACILITY
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2022
DECOLA, ROBERT
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE02/16/2019

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Frequently asked questions

What is Waters of Hobart Skilled Nursing Facility, the's rating?

Waters of Hobart Skilled Nursing Facility, the has 1 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 Hobart Skilled Nursing Facility, the receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 15 citations, compared with a Indiana average of 7.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Waters of Hobart 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 Hobart 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 Hobart Skilled Nursing Facility, the and how do I contact it?

Waters of Hobart Skilled Nursing Facility, the is at 2901 W 37th Ave, Hobart, IN 46342. Phone: (219) 942-2170.

About this data

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