nursing home in Hartford City, IN
Waters of Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility
0548 S 100 W, Hartford City, IN 47348 · (765) 348-1072
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Waters of Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility at a glance
Waters of Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility is a 65-bed for-profit nursing home in Hartford City, Indiana (Blackford County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Indiana average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 3.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 3, 2026) found 1 health citation. The Indiana average is 7.2.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 39.3% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 65
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Infinity Healthcare Consulting
- Medicare-certified since
- September 1, 1995
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Blackford County
- CMS Certification Number
- 155576
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.77 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.57 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.18 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.08 hrs | 3.25 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 39.3% | 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) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 1 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 6 | 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 | 65 | 96 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 47 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 72.8% | 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) | 4.1% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.8% | 3.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.2% | 13.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| 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% | 0.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 0.9% | 11% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 2.5% | 11.9% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.7% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 100% | 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) | 20.8% | 23.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 19.8% | 23.3% | 19% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.5% | 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) | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93.8% | 79% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 81.8% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 3 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 3, 2026 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 10, 2026 |
| February 9, 2024 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 1, 2024 |
| February 9, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 1, 2024 |
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 |
| RICHARDSON, MAX Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/23/2020 |
| BERKHOUSE, STEVEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/18/2021 |
| DUNKLE, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2019 |
| 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 | 03/01/2019 |
| THE WATERS OF HARTFORD CITY 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 Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility's rating?
Waters of Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility has 5 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 Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Indiana average of 7.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Waters of Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility 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 Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility?
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 Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility and how do I contact it?
Waters of Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility is at 0548 S 100 W, Hartford City, IN 47348. Phone: (765) 348-1072.
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.