nursing home in Marrero, LA
Marrero Healthcare Center
5301 August Avenue, Marrero, LA 70072 · (504) 341-3658
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Marrero Healthcare Center at a glance
Marrero Healthcare Center is a 105-bed for-profit nursing home in Marrero, Louisiana (Jefferson County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Louisiana average of 2.6.
Residents receive about 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 24, 2026) found 3 health citations. The Louisiana average is 6.4.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $46,261.
Nursing staff turnover is 31.8% per year (state average 47.6%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 105
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Nexion Health
- Medicare-certified since
- February 1, 1995
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Jefferson County
- CMS Certification Number
- 195336
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 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) | 3 / 5 | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.23 hrs | 3.76 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.37 hrs | 0.31 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.80 hrs | 2.27 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.77 hrs | 3.21 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 31.8% | 47.6% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 14.3% | 41.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 16 | 65.4 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $46,261 | $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 | 105 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 84 | 91 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 79.5% | 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) | 1.3% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.5% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 23.3% | 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) | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 13.9% | 17.8% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 19.6% | 17.9% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.8% | 5.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 9.9% | 23.2% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 12.3% | 15.8% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.4% | 94.9% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94% | 93.4% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1% | 3.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 87.2% | 76.3% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90.4% | 85.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 24, 2026 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 9, 2026 |
| March 24, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 9, 2026 |
| March 24, 2026 Standard | Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0770 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 9, 2026 |
| February 25, 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 March 21, 2025 |
| February 25, 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 March 21, 2025 |
| February 25, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 25, 2025 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 21, 2025 |
| February 21, 2024 Standard | 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 February 22, 2024 |
| February 21, 2024 Standard | Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0678 | L Immediate jeopardy, widespread | Corrected February 22, 2024 |
| February 21, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 22, 2024 |
| February 21, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 22, 2024 |
| February 21, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 22, 2024 |
| February 21, 2024 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 February 27, 2024 |
| February 21, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2024 |
| February 21, 2024 Standard | Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0773 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 22, 2024 |
| February 21, 2024 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 22, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $46,261 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 21, 2024 | Payment Denial | 41 days from March 21, 2024 |
| February 21, 2024 | Fine | $46,261 |
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% | 01/15/2002 |
| 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 |
| 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 | 01/15/2002 |
| RINER, MEERA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2012 |
| SWEENEY, PHILLIP Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/07/2014 |
| SWEENEY, PHILLIP Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/07/2014 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Marrero Healthcare Center's rating?
Marrero Healthcare Center has 5 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 Marrero 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 Marrero 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 Marrero 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 Marrero Healthcare Center and how do I contact it?
Marrero Healthcare Center is at 5301 August Avenue, Marrero, LA 70072. Phone: (504) 341-3658.
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.