nursing home in Gonzales, LA
Gonzales Healthcare Center
905 West Cornerview Road, Gonzales, LA 70737 · (225) 644-5358
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Gonzales Healthcare Center at a glance
Gonzales Healthcare Center is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Gonzales, Louisiana (Ascension County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Louisiana average of 2.6.
Residents receive about 3.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.2 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 13, 2026) found 3 health citations. The Louisiana average is 6.4.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $92,032.
Nursing staff turnover is 43.5% per year (state average 47.6%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Nexion Health
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1995
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Ascension County
- CMS Certification Number
- 195327
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.57 hrs | 3.76 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.19 hrs | 0.31 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.84 hrs | 2.27 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.16 hrs | 3.21 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 43.5% | 47.6% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 41.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 134.3 | 65.4 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana 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) | $92,032 | $46,795 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 85 | 91 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 70.8% | 74.1% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.1% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.9% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 25.1% | 22.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 3.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 12.3% | 17.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 30.1% | 17.9% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 11.2% | 5.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.4% | 2.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 27.3% | 23.2% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 14.4% | 15.8% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.9% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.3% | 93.4% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.7% | 3.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 84.8% | 76.3% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 91.5% | 85.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 43 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 13, 2026 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 29, 2026 |
| May 13, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | C No harm, widespread | No revisit needed |
| May 13, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 8, 2026 |
| May 13, 2026 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 8, 2026 |
| May 13, 2026 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 8, 2026 |
| May 7, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | C No harm, widespread | Waiver has been granted |
| May 7, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 30, 2025 |
| May 7, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 30, 2025 |
| May 7, 2025 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 30, 2025 |
| March 10, 2025 Complaint | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| March 10, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| March 10, 2025 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 March 17, 2025 |
| March 10, 2025 Complaint | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| November 6, 2024 Complaint | Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0680 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 18, 2024 |
| November 6, 2024 Complaint | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 18, 2024 |
| September 18, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 23, 2024 |
| September 18, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 23, 2024 |
| September 18, 2024 Complaint | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 23, 2024 |
| September 5, 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 | L Immediate jeopardy, widespread | Corrected September 16, 2024 |
| September 5, 2024 Complaint | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | L Immediate jeopardy, widespread | Corrected September 16, 2024 |
| August 14, 2024 Complaint | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 16, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Complaint | 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 15, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | C No harm, widespread | Waiver has been granted |
| May 16, 2024 Complaint | 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 June 10, 2024 |
| May 16, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Standard | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 10, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 10, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 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 June 10, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 10, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 10, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 Complaint | 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 Complaint | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 1, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 1, 2024 |
| March 14, 2024 Complaint | 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 1, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Complaint | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 18, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 18, 2024 |
| January 22, 2024 Complaint | 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 February 12, 2024 |
| January 22, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 12, 2024 |
| January 22, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 12, 2024 |
| January 22, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 12, 2024 |
| December 7, 2023 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 2, 2024 |
| December 7, 2023 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 2, 2024 |
| October 24, 2023 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 November 20, 2023 |
| October 24, 2023 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 November 20, 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 $92,032 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 14, 2024 | Fine | $84,014 |
| January 22, 2024 | Fine | $8,018 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEXION HEALTH OF OHI INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 12/31/2006 |
| BOLT, BRETTON Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 01/15/2002 |
| KIRLEY, FRANCIS Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 01/15/2002 |
| NEXION HEALTH, INC. Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 01/15/2002 |
| NEXION HEALTH LEASING, INC. Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 01/15/2002 |
| HERDRICH, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2012 |
| KIRLEY, FRANCIS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/08/2001 |
| REID, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/03/2018 |
| RINER, MEERA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2012 |
| KIRLEY, FRANCIS Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/15/2002 |
| LEE, BRIAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2012 |
| RINER, MEERA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2012 |
| BOLT, BRETTON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/15/2002 |
| HERDRICH, WILLIAM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2012 |
| JANUARY, YIESHA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/04/2019 |
| KIRLEY, FRANCIS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/15/2002 |
| LEE, BRIAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/15/2002 |
| NEXION HEALTH, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/15/2002 |
| NEXION HEALTH LEASING, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/15/2002 |
| NEXION HEALTH OF OHI INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2006 |
| RINER, MEERA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2012 |
| JANUARY, YIESHA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/04/2019 |
| OUBRE, WENDY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/02/2014 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Gonzales Healthcare Center's rating?
Gonzales Healthcare Center has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Louisiana nursing homes is 2.6 stars.
How many inspection citations did Gonzales Healthcare Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Louisiana average of 6.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Gonzales Healthcare Center 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 Gonzales Healthcare Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Nexion Health. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Gonzales Healthcare Center and how do I contact it?
Gonzales Healthcare Center is at 905 West Cornerview Road, Gonzales, LA 70737. Phone: (225) 644-5358.
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.