nursing home in Las Vegas, NV
Life Care Center of Las Vegas
6151 Vegas Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89108 · (702) 648-4900
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Life Care Center of Las Vegas at a glance
Life Care Center of Las Vegas is a 178-bed for-profit nursing home in Las Vegas, Nevada (Clark County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Nevada average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 3.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.3 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 9, 2026) found 6 health citations. The Nevada average is 9.6.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 21.6% per year (state average 45.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 178
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Life Care Centers of America
- Medicare-certified since
- March 17, 1993
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Clark County
- CMS Certification Number
- 295052
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Nevada avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Nevada avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.56 hrs | 4.34 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.47 hrs | 1.12 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.93 hrs | 2.38 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.11 hrs | 3.86 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 21.6% | 45.1% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 13.3% | 43.4% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Nevada avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 6 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 29 | 54 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Nevada 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 | $13,952 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Nevada avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 178 | 110 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 171 | 94 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 95.8% | 87% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Nevada avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 1.9% | 2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.4% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 35.8% | 17.1% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1% | 1.6% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 4.5% | 12.6% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 4.9% | 13.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 10.2% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.4% | 5.1% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 37.6% | 22.2% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 17.5% | 15.5% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 85.3% | 89.6% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 76.6% | 92.9% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Nevada avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.9% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 83.6% | 80.7% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90.8% | 84.6% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 29 health deficiencies and 20 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 14, 2026 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 28, 2026 |
| May 14, 2026 Complaint | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0742 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 28, 2026 |
| May 14, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 28, 2026 |
| January 9, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure medical gas and vacuum systems have documented maintenance programs. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0907 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| January 9, 2026 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 February 4, 2026 |
| January 9, 2026 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 4, 2026 |
| January 9, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| January 9, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| January 9, 2026 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| January 9, 2026 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| January 9, 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 February 23, 2026 |
| January 9, 2026 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 23, 2026 |
| January 9, 2026 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 February 23, 2026 |
| November 22, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 7, 2025 |
| November 22, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 7, 2025 |
| November 22, 2024 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 7, 2025 |
| November 22, 2024 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 January 7, 2025 |
| November 22, 2024 Fire safety | Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0342 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 7, 2025 |
| November 22, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 7, 2025 |
| November 22, 2024 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 January 7, 2025 |
| November 22, 2024 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 7, 2025 |
| November 22, 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 December 17, 2024 |
| November 22, 2024 Standard | Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0836 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 17, 2024 |
| November 22, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 17, 2024 |
| November 22, 2024 Standard | Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0646 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 17, 2024 |
| November 22, 2024 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 December 17, 2024 |
| October 8, 2024 Complaint | Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0624 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 28, 2024 |
| October 8, 2024 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 October 31, 2024 |
| December 1, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 17, 2024 |
| December 1, 2023 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 17, 2024 |
| December 1, 2023 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 17, 2024 |
| December 1, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 17, 2024 |
| December 1, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 17, 2024 |
| December 1, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 28, 2023 |
| December 1, 2023 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 28, 2023 |
| December 1, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 28, 2023 |
| December 1, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 28, 2023 |
| December 1, 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 December 28, 2023 |
| December 1, 2023 Standard | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 28, 2023 |
| December 1, 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 December 28, 2023 |
| December 1, 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 December 28, 2023 |
| December 1, 2023 Standard | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 28, 2023 |
| December 1, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 28, 2023 |
| December 1, 2023 Standard | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0694 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 28, 2023 |
| December 1, 2023 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 December 28, 2023 |
| December 1, 2023 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 December 28, 2023 |
| December 1, 2023 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 December 28, 2023 |
| December 1, 2023 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 28, 2023 |
| December 1, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 28, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEWESE, CLARISSA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/05/2026 |
| JANAPATI, PAVAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/05/2026 |
| LAS VEGAS OPERATIONS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2000 |
| LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/05/2026 |
| PRESTON, FORREST Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2000 |
| LAY, LISA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/24/2017 |
| SWANKER, RICHARD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| CROSS, CINDY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/21/1994 |
| HENRY, TERRY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/16/1999 |
| LAY, LISA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/09/2018 |
| SWANKER, RICHARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2011 |
| THURMOND, JOAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2000 |
| DEVELOPERS INVESTMENT COMPANY INC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/15/1995 |
| PRESTON, FORREST Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/10/1992 |
| PRESTON, FORREST Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/15/1995 |
| BUTNER, NANCY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/16/2018 |
| DEWESE, CLARISSA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2006 |
| MORENO, REBECCA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/14/2019 |
| BUTNER, NANCY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/16/2018 |
| DEVELOPERS INVESTMENT COMPANY INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
| DEWESE, CLARISSA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2006 |
| FLETCHER, TODD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
| JANAPATI, PAVAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/26/2019 |
| LAS VEGAS OPERATIONS LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/22/1993 |
| LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/20/1992 |
| MORENO, REBECCA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/14/2019 |
| PRESTON, AUBREY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
| ZIEGLER, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Life Care Center of Las Vegas's rating?
Life Care Center of Las Vegas has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Nevada nursing homes is 3.1 stars.
How many inspection citations did Life Care Center of Las Vegas receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Nevada average of 9.6. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Life Care Center of Las Vegas 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 Life Care Center of Las Vegas?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Life Care Centers of America. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Life Care Center of Las Vegas and how do I contact it?
Life Care Center of Las Vegas is at 6151 Vegas Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89108. Phone: (702) 648-4900.
About this data
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