nursing home in Gower, MO
Gower Convalescent Center, INC
323 South Highway 169, Gower, MO 64454 · (816) 424-6483
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Gower Convalescent Center, INC at a glance
Gower Convalescent Center, INC is a 82-bed non-profit nursing home in Gower, Missouri (Clinton County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Missouri average of 2.5.
Residents receive about 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 21, 2026) found 6 health citations. The Missouri average is 11.4.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $6,351.
Nursing staff turnover is 17.4% per year (state average 56%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 82
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- April 1, 2006
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Clinton County
- CMS Certification Number
- 265800
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.70 hrs | 3.43 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.27 hrs | 0.46 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.89 hrs | 2.29 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.29 hrs | 3.01 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 17.4% | 56% | 45.8% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 6 | 11 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 65 | 111.8 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Missouri 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) | $6,351 | $37,425 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 82 | 103 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 70 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 84.9% | 72.4% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 1.8% | 4.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.2% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 17.6% | 23.5% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 7.8% | 2.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.7% | 1.1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 17.3% | 18.1% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 18.8% | 17.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0.5% | 5.3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.4% | 18.5% | 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) | 23.5% | 25.6% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 23.5% | 17.8% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.7% | 90.9% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.3% | 84.1% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Missouri avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 41.7% | 65.7% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 27 health deficiencies and 17 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| May 21, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0567 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0568 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 Standard | Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0675 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 1, 2026 |
| March 17, 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 April 18, 2025 |
| February 21, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| February 21, 2025 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| February 21, 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 April 4, 2025 |
| February 21, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 5, 2025 |
| February 21, 2025 Standard | Ensure that paid feeding assistants have the training they need. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0948 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 5, 2025 |
| February 21, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 5, 2025 |
| February 21, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 5, 2025 |
| February 21, 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 April 5, 2025 |
| February 21, 2025 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 5, 2025 |
| February 21, 2025 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 5, 2025 |
| February 21, 2025 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 5, 2025 |
| February 21, 2025 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 5, 2025 |
| February 21, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 5, 2025 |
| February 21, 2025 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 April 5, 2025 |
| February 21, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 5, 2025 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0342 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 27, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 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 November 27, 2023 |
| October 26, 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 December 27, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 27, 2023 |
| October 26, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 27, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 27, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 27, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 27, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Standard | Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0909 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 27, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 27, 2023 |
| October 26, 2023 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 27, 2023 |
| October 26, 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 December 27, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $6,351 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 23, 2023 | Fine | $6,351 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| GOWER CONVALESCENT CENTER INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 08/03/1967 |
| MOORE, AMBERLY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/07/2025 |
| INGLE, JERRY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/06/2006 |
| JOHNSON, BARBARA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/10/2012 |
| MOORE, AMBERLY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/23/2020 |
| SNYDER, CHARLES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/06/2006 |
| INGLE, JERRY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/14/2005 |
| JOHNSON, BARBARA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/10/2013 |
| PERRY, JASON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/18/2024 |
| SNYDER, CHARLES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/10/2012 |
| SPAETH, LINDA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| WEST, NATALIE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/18/2024 |
| MOORE, AMBERLY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Gower Convalescent Center, INC's rating?
Gower Convalescent Center, INC has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Missouri nursing homes is 2.5 stars.
How many inspection citations did Gower Convalescent Center, INC receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Missouri average of 11.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Gower Convalescent Center, INC 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 Gower Convalescent Center, INC?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Gower Convalescent Center, INC and how do I contact it?
Gower Convalescent Center, INC is at 323 South Highway 169, Gower, MO 64454. Phone: (816) 424-6483.
About this data
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