nursing home in Wabash, IN
Vernon Health & Rehabilitation
1955 S Vernon St, Wabash, IN 46992 · (260) 563-8438
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Vernon Health & Rehabilitation at a glance
Vernon Health & Rehabilitation is a 71-bed non-profit nursing home in Wabash, Indiana (Wabash County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Indiana average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 4.3 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 19, 2025) found 5 health citations. The Indiana average is 7.2.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 61.3% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 71
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Sterling Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- October 12, 2013
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Wabash County
- CMS Certification Number
- 155810
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.26 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.11 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.30 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.70 hrs | 3.25 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 61.3% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 53.8% | 40.3% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 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) | 5 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 37 | 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 | 71 | 96 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 44 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 62.3% | 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) | 0.5% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.1% | 3.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 31.1% | 13.6% | 15.4% | Worse |
| 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) | 22.2% | 11% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 26.5% | 11.9% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.9% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 25.2% | 12.8% | Better |
| 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) | 47.3% | 23.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 7.2% | 23.3% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.8% | 95.4% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 89.4% | 93.6% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 76% | 81.8% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 27 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 19, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| December 19, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| December 19, 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 January 30, 2026 |
| December 19, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| December 19, 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 January 30, 2026 |
| August 25, 2025 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 September 22, 2025 |
| May 14, 2025 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 June 9, 2025 |
| May 14, 2025 Complaint | 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 June 9, 2025 |
| October 22, 2024 Standard | Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0847 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 14, 2024 |
| October 22, 2024 Standard | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 14, 2024 |
| October 22, 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 December 14, 2024 |
| October 22, 2024 Standard | 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 14, 2024 |
| October 22, 2024 Standard | 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. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 14, 2024 |
| October 22, 2024 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 December 14, 2024 |
| October 22, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 14, 2024 |
| October 22, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 14, 2024 |
| September 10, 2024 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. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 1, 2024 |
| September 10, 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 October 21, 2024 |
| July 18, 2024 Complaint | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0790 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 12, 2024 |
| July 18, 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 August 12, 2024 |
| May 1, 2024 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 May 23, 2024 |
| April 24, 2024 Complaint | 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 May 23, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 1, 2024 |
| September 15, 2023 Standard | Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0847 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 6, 2023 |
| September 15, 2023 Complaint | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 6, 2023 |
| September 15, 2023 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 October 6, 2023 |
| September 15, 2023 Standard | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 6, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PUTNAM COUNTY HOSPITAL Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 05/01/2015 |
| HOOSIER CARE PROPERTIES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2025 |
| MENORA FINACIAL CORP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2025 |
| MENORA, SHALOM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2025 |
| MFC INVESTMENT HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2025 |
| OFFERLE, ANDREW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| PATTON, ELIZABETH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/16/2025 |
| STERLING HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2025 |
| VERNON HEALTH OPERATIONS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2025 |
| VERNON HEALTH PROPERTY LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2025 |
| BRAY, ARNOLD Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2012 |
| FRY, JANICE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2012 |
| HEADLEY, MATTHEW Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2012 |
| LANDRY, KEITH Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| LEWIS, KATRINA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/21/2022 |
| SILLERY, DEBRA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/03/2026 |
| UNDERWOOD, WENDELL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/20/2024 |
| WEATHERFORD, DENNIS Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/18/2012 |
| WOOD, MARK Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/05/2024 |
| MENORA, SHALOM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2025 |
| OFFERLE, ANDREW Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| PATTON, ELIZABETH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/16/2025 |
| STERLING HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2025 |
| VERNON HEALTH OPERATIONS LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2025 |
| VERNON MANOR CHILDREN'S HOME, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2015 |
| WEATHERFORD, DENNIS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/18/2012 |
| BRAY, ARNOLD Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2012 |
| FRY, JANICE Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2012 |
| HEADLEY, MATTHEW Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2012 |
| LANDRY, KEITH Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2020 |
| LEWIS, KATRINA Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/21/2022 |
| SILLERY, DEBRA Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/03/2026 |
| UNDERWOOD, WENDELL Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/20/2024 |
| WOOD, MARK Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/05/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Vernon Health & Rehabilitation's rating?
Vernon Health & Rehabilitation has 3 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 Vernon Health & Rehabilitation receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Indiana average of 7.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Vernon Health & Rehabilitation 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 Vernon Health & Rehabilitation?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Sterling Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Vernon Health & Rehabilitation and how do I contact it?
Vernon Health & Rehabilitation is at 1955 S Vernon St, Wabash, IN 46992. Phone: (260) 563-8438.
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.