nursing home in Little River, KS
Sandstone Heights
440 State Street, Little River, KS 67457 · (620) 897-6266
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Sandstone Heights at a glance
Sandstone Heights is a 36-bed non-profit nursing home in Little River, Kansas (Rice County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Kansas average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4.1 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 13, 2025) found 5 health citations. The Kansas average is 9.5.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $67,763.
Nursing staff turnover is 58.8% per year (state average 48.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Other
- Beds
- 36
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- October 1, 2008
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Rice County
- CMS Certification Number
- 175509
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.18 hrs | 4.07 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.11 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.43 hrs | 2.70 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.80 hrs | 3.60 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 58.8% | 48.1% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 42% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 5 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 4 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 91.8 | 83.4 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $67,763 | $20,430 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 36 | 61 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 26 | 51 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 71.1% | 82.4% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 17.2% | 4.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.2% | 4.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 45.8% | 18.1% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 5.5% | 2.9% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 15.1% | 1.6% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 21.4% | 17.9% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 16.9% | 16.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.4% | 4.9% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 6.2% | 6.5% | 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) | 28.6% | 23.2% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 24.5% | 22.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 92.1% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Kansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.1% | 76.1% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 20 health deficiencies and 31 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 13, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 13, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 2, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 5, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Fire safety | Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0018 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 29, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Fire safety | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 29, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Fire safety | List the names and contact information of those in the facility. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0030 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 1, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 13, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 1, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 29, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 9, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 5, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 1, 2025 |
| March 13, 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 13, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Fire safety | Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0007 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 29, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 29, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 29, 2025 |
| March 13, 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 13, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 21, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Complaint | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 2, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Complaint | 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 April 2, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 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 April 2, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Complaint | 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 2, 2025 |
| January 16, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected January 29, 2024 |
| June 15, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0926 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 31, 2023 |
| June 15, 2023 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 31, 2023 |
| June 15, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 31, 2023 |
| June 15, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 31, 2023 |
| June 15, 2023 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 July 31, 2023 |
| June 15, 2023 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 31, 2023 |
| June 15, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0362 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2023 |
| June 15, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2023 |
| June 15, 2023 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 20, 2023 |
| June 15, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 20, 2023 |
| June 15, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 20, 2023 |
| June 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 20, 2023 |
| June 15, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0557 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 20, 2023 |
| June 15, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 20, 2023 |
| June 15, 2023 Standard | Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0660 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 20, 2023 |
| June 15, 2023 Standard | Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0661 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 20, 2023 |
| June 15, 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 July 20, 2023 |
| November 4, 2021 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 22, 2021 |
| November 4, 2021 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 December 22, 2021 |
| November 4, 2021 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 December 22, 2021 |
| November 4, 2021 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 22, 2021 |
| November 4, 2021 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 22, 2021 |
| November 4, 2021 Standard | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 10, 2021 |
| November 4, 2021 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 10, 2021 |
| November 4, 2021 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 December 10, 2021 |
| November 4, 2021 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 10, 2021 |
| November 4, 2021 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 December 10, 2021 |
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 3 federal penalties in the past three years, including $67,763 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 13, 2025 | Payment Denial | 40 days from April 11, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 | Fine | $41,262 |
| January 16, 2024 | Fine | $26,501 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| RICE COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT NO 2 Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/01/1989 |
| DECKER, JAMES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2003 |
| LOOK, TREY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/27/2025 |
| SCHLOSSER, TODD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/27/2025 |
| LEHMAN, ABIGAIL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2023 |
| OLANDER, RANDALL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/13/2015 |
| TURNER, NANCY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| WEMPE, JOHN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2021 |
| WHORTON, ALLEN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2021 |
| WILLARD, DAVID Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| DECKER, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2003 |
| LOOK, TREY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| OLANDER, RANDALL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/13/2015 |
| SCHLOSSER, TODD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2017 |
| WHORTON, ALLEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sandstone Heights's rating?
Sandstone Heights has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Kansas nursing homes is 3.1 stars.
How many inspection citations did Sandstone Heights receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Kansas average of 9.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sandstone Heights 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 Sandstone Heights?
It is non profit - other. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Sandstone Heights and how do I contact it?
Sandstone Heights is at 440 State Street, Little River, KS 67457. Phone: (620) 897-6266.
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.