nursing home in Gueydan, LA
Gueydan Memorial Guest Home
1201 Third St, Gueydan, LA 70542 · (337) 536-6584
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
Gueydan Memorial Guest Home at a glance
Gueydan Memorial Guest Home is a 66-bed government nursing home in Gueydan, Louisiana (Vermilion County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Louisiana average of 2.6.
Residents receive about 3.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.2 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 27, 2025) found 7 health citations. The Louisiana average is 6.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 31% per year (state average 47.6%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - Hospital District
- Beds
- 66
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- April 1, 1998
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Vermilion County
- CMS Certification Number
- 195458
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3.8 / 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) | 3.13 hrs | 3.76 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.25 hrs | 0.31 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.01 hrs | 2.27 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.55 hrs | 3.21 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 31% | 47.6% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 41.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 7 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 49 | 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) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $46,795 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 66 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 56 | 91 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 84.4% | 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) | 5.9% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.8% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 25.2% | 22.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 6.8% | 2.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 18.7% | 17.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 11.3% | 17.9% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.1% | 5.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| 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) | 36.4% | 23.2% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22.2% | 15.8% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94.5% | 94.9% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 93.4% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 85.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 26 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 27, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 27, 2025 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 October 10, 2025 |
| August 27, 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 October 10, 2025 |
| August 27, 2025 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 October 10, 2025 |
| August 27, 2025 Standard | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 27, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 27, 2025 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 October 10, 2025 |
| August 7, 2024 Standard | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0576 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 21, 2024 |
| August 7, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 21, 2024 |
| August 7, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0567 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 21, 2024 |
| August 7, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 21, 2024 |
| August 7, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 21, 2024 |
| August 7, 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 September 21, 2024 |
| August 7, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 21, 2024 |
| August 7, 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 September 21, 2024 |
| August 7, 2024 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 September 21, 2024 |
| August 7, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 21, 2024 |
| August 7, 2024 Standard | Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0808 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 21, 2024 |
| August 16, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 1, 2023 |
| August 16, 2023 Standard | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 24, 2023 |
| August 16, 2023 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 August 17, 2023 |
| August 16, 2023 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 17, 2023 |
| August 16, 2023 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 17, 2023 |
| August 16, 2023 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 August 28, 2023 |
| August 16, 2023 Standard | 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 August 24, 2023 |
| August 16, 2023 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 29, 2023 |
| August 16, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| VERMILION PARISH HOSPITAL SERVICE DIST. #3 Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/03/1991 |
| HAIR, TREVOR Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/16/2014 |
| HAIR, TREVOR Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/16/2014 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Gueydan Memorial Guest Home's rating?
Gueydan Memorial Guest Home has 3 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 Gueydan Memorial Guest Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Louisiana average of 6.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Gueydan Memorial Guest Home 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 Gueydan Memorial Guest Home?
It is government - hospital district. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Gueydan Memorial Guest Home and how do I contact it?
Gueydan Memorial Guest Home is at 1201 Third St, Gueydan, LA 70542. Phone: (337) 536-6584.
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.