nursing home in Tipton, IN

Waters of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility, the

300 Fairgrounds Rd, Tipton, IN 46072 · (765) 675-8791

★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★1
  • Staffing★★★★★2
  • Quality measures★★★★★3
  • Special Focus candidate

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

Waters of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility, the at a glance

Waters of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility, the is a 150-bed for-profit nursing home in Tipton, Indiana (Tipton 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 3.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (March 26, 2026) found 17 health citations. The Indiana average is 7.2.

Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $20,494.

Nursing staff turnover is 36.8% per year (state average 45.9%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Individual
Beds
150
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Infinity Healthcare Consulting
Medicare-certified since
April 1, 1995
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Tipton County
CMS Certification Number
155556

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)2 / 52.5 / 52.9 / 5Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 54.1 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)4 / 54.3 / 53.8 / 5Average
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)2 / 53.8 / 53.3 / 5Worse

Staffing

This facility3.46 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)3.46 hrs3.69 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.48 hrs0.67 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.21 hrs2.24 hrs2.32 hrsAverage
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.06 hrs3.25 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)36.8%45.9%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)25%40.3%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)101Worse

Inspections

This facility17Indiana 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)1779Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)623Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)202.549.280.6Worse

Penalties

This facility2Indiana 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)201Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$20,494$8,742$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)301Worse

Size

MeasureThis facilityIndiana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds15096107
Average residents per day937386
Occupancy61.9%76.2%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility8.1%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)8.1%3.9%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)4.1%3.6%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)16.2%13.6%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0.3%1.1%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)1.1%0.4%0.8%Worse
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)6.4%11.9%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)11.4%5.5%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)27%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)32.1%23.5%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)26.7%23.3%19%Worse
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

This facility0.7%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)0.7%1.2%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)79.2%79%79.8%Average
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)97.8%81.8%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 46 health deficiencies and 16 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 6 citations involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
June 30, 2026
Complaint
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
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected July 15, 2026
June 30, 2026
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 July 15, 2026
May 27, 2026
Complaint
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 28, 2026
May 15, 2026
Complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760
D
Potential harm, isolated
Past Non-Compliance
March 26, 2026
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 7, 2026
March 26, 2026
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 13, 2026
March 26, 2026
Standard
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected April 15, 2026
March 26, 2026
Complaint
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
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected April 15, 2026
March 26, 2026
Standard
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 15, 2026
March 26, 2026
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 15, 2026
March 26, 2026
Standard
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 15, 2026
March 26, 2026
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 28, 2026
March 26, 2026
Standard
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 15, 2026
March 26, 2026
Standard
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 15, 2026
March 26, 2026
Standard
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 15, 2026
March 26, 2026
Standard
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 15, 2026
March 26, 2026
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 April 15, 2026
March 26, 2026
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 15, 2026
November 12, 2025
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 1, 2025
July 18, 2025
Complaint
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 18, 2025
July 18, 2025
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 August 18, 2025
July 18, 2025
Complaint
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0744
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 18, 2025
June 17, 2025
Complaint
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 7, 2025
June 17, 2025
Complaint
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 July 7, 2025
March 18, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 9, 2025
March 18, 2025
Fire safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 9, 2025
March 18, 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 May 9, 2025
March 18, 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 May 9, 2025
March 18, 2025
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 9, 2025
March 18, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure that waiting areas, nurse’s stations, gift shops, and cooking facilities, open to the corridor are properly protected.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0361
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 9, 2025
March 18, 2025
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 9, 2025
March 18, 2025
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected May 9, 2025
March 18, 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 April 16, 2025
March 18, 2025
Standard
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 16, 2025
March 18, 2025
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 16, 2025
March 18, 2025
Standard
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 16, 2025
March 18, 2025
Standard
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 April 16, 2025
March 18, 2025
Standard
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 16, 2025
March 18, 2025
Standard
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 16, 2025
March 18, 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 April 16, 2025
March 18, 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 April 16, 2025
March 18, 2025
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 April 16, 2025
March 18, 2025
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 April 16, 2025
March 18, 2025
Standard
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 16, 2025
March 18, 2025
Standard
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.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 16, 2025
December 31, 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 January 24, 2025
April 29, 2024
Complaint
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
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected May 29, 2024
March 8, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 21, 2024
March 8, 2024
Fire safety
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 21, 2024
March 8, 2024
Fire safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 21, 2024
March 8, 2024
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 21, 2024
March 8, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 21, 2024
March 8, 2024
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 21, 2024
March 8, 2024
Standard
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0802
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 1, 2024
March 8, 2024
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 April 1, 2024
March 8, 2024
Standard
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 1, 2024
March 8, 2024
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 April 1, 2024
March 8, 2024
Complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 1, 2024
January 9, 2024
Complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected February 5, 2024
January 9, 2024
Complaint
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
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected February 5, 2024
October 26, 2023
Complaint
Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0776
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 27, 2023
October 26, 2023
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 27, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $10,247 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
March 26, 2026Payment Denial33 days from April 25, 2026
January 9, 2024Fine$10,247

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
JUDAY, PAULA
Individual
contracted managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2015
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 TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY LLC
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 Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility, the's rating?

Waters of Tipton 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 Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility, the receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 17 citations, compared with a Indiana average of 7.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Waters of Tipton 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 Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility, the?

It is for profit - individual and part of Infinity Healthcare Consulting. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Waters of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility, the and how do I contact it?

Waters of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility, the is at 300 Fairgrounds Rd, Tipton, IN 46072. Phone: (765) 675-8791.

About this data

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