nursing home in Sparks, NV
Northern Nevada State Veterans Home
36 Battleborn Way, Sparks, NV 89431 · (763) 537-5700
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Northern Nevada State Veterans Home at a glance
Northern Nevada State Veterans Home is a 96-bed for-profit nursing home in Sparks, Nevada (Washoe County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Nevada average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 5.4 hours of nursing care per day (1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.3 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 2, 2026) found 9 health citations. The Nevada average is 9.6.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 51.9% per year (state average 45.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 96
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Health Dimensions Group
- Medicare-certified since
- July 3, 2019
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Washoe County
- CMS Certification Number
- 295105
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Nevada avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Nevada avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.37 hrs | 4.34 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.02 hrs | 1.12 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.37 hrs | 2.38 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.05 hrs | 3.86 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 51.9% | 45.1% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.9% | 43.4% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Nevada avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 9 | 10 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 46 | 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 | 96 | 110 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 93 | 94 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 97.2% | 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) | 3% | 2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.6% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 3.4% | 17.1% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.1% | 1.9% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 7% | 12.6% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.1% | 13.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.3% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 5.1% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 17.4% | 22.2% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 19.7% | 15.5% | 19% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98% | 89.6% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.9% | 92.9% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Nevada avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 4.5% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 88.9% | 80.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 91.3% | 84.6% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 49 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 2, 2026 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| April 2, 2026 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 May 8, 2026 |
| April 2, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| April 2, 2026 Fire safety | Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0018 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| April 2, 2026 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 May 13, 2026 |
| April 2, 2026 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2026 |
| April 2, 2026 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2026 |
| April 2, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2026 |
| April 2, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 3, 2025 |
| April 2, 2026 Standard | Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0943 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2026 |
| April 2, 2026 Standard | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2026 |
| April 2, 2026 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2026 |
| April 2, 2026 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 13, 2026 |
| March 13, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 27, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Standard | Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0943 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 27, 2025 |
| March 13, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 27, 2025 |
| March 13, 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 April 27, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 27, 2025 |
| March 13, 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 April 27, 2025 |
| March 13, 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 27, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Standard | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 27, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 27, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 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 April 27, 2025 |
| March 13, 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 April 27, 2025 |
| March 13, 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 April 27, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 27, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 27, 2025 |
| March 13, 2025 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected April 27, 2025 |
| 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 December 23, 2024 |
| November 6, 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 December 23, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 29, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 29, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 29, 2024 |
| April 18, 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 May 29, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Standard | Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0943 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 29, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 29, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 29, 2024 |
| April 18, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 29, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 29, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 29, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 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 May 29, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Standard | Provide behavior health training consistent with the requirements and as determined by a facility assessment. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0949 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 29, 2024 |
| April 18, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 29, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 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 May 29, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 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 May 29, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 29, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Standard | 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 May 29, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Standard | 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 May 29, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 29, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 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 May 29, 2024 |
| April 18, 2024 Standard | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0838 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected May 29, 2024 |
| December 28, 2023 Complaint | Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0711 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 28, 2024 |
| December 28, 2023 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 February 28, 2024 |
| December 28, 2023 Complaint | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0622 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 28, 2024 |
| December 28, 2023 Complaint | 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 February 28, 2024 |
| October 12, 2023 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 October 11, 2023 |
| October 12, 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 November 23, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEALTH DIMENSIONS CONSULTING INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/12/2025 |
| MAGBOO, MEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/14/2020 |
| RUNYAN, LORI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2024 |
| STATE OF NEVADA Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/15/2019 |
| DIMENSIONS HEALTH STRATEGIES CORPORATION Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| BRISCOE, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2013 |
| BRISCOE, PATRICIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| DIMENSIONS HEALTH STRATEGIES CORPORATION Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| HEALTH DIMENSIONS CONSULTING INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| HENNESSEY, ERIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| MAGBOO, MEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/14/2020 |
| ROGOTZKE, AMBER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| RUNYAN, LORI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2024 |
| SHVETZOFF, SERGEI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| SHVETZOFF, TAMI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Northern Nevada State Veterans Home's rating?
Northern Nevada State Veterans Home has 4 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 Northern Nevada State Veterans Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Nevada average of 9.6. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Northern Nevada State Veterans 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 Northern Nevada State Veterans Home?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Health Dimensions Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Northern Nevada State Veterans Home and how do I contact it?
Northern Nevada State Veterans Home is at 36 Battleborn Way, Sparks, NV 89431. Phone: (763) 537-5700.
About this data
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