nursing home in Sweetwater, TX
Sterling Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Cente
705 NE Georgia Ave, Sweetwater, TX 79556 · (325) 235-5417
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Sterling Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Cente at a glance
Sterling Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Cente is a 96-bed for-profit nursing home in Sweetwater, Texas (Nolan County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Texas average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 26, 2026) found 5 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 45.3% per year (state average 55.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 96
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Nexion Health
- Medicare-certified since
- April 17, 1985
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Nolan County
- CMS Certification Number
- 455509
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 1.9 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.82 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.54 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.21 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.30 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45.3% | 55.3% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 60% | 54.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 5 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 21 | 102 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Texas 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 | $44,141 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 96 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 83 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 86.8% | 67.6% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 5.7% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.7% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 19.3% | 9.6% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 28.9% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 30.1% | 14% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.7% | 3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.3% | 2.4% | 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) | 15.6% | 18% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 14% | 13.4% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.6% | 98% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90.5% | 96.6% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.9% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 74.5% | 88% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 70.2% | 88.9% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 27, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 27, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 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 March 27, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 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 March 27, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 27, 2026 |
| December 12, 2024 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 18, 2024 |
| December 12, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 18, 2024 |
| December 12, 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 18, 2024 |
| December 12, 2024 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 18, 2024 |
| December 12, 2024 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 18, 2024 |
| December 12, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 18, 2024 |
| October 19, 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 October 26, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 26, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 26, 2023 |
| October 19, 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 October 26, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 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 October 26, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 26, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAK, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2022 |
| FALLON, JOHN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2022 |
| HERDRICH, WILLIAM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2022 |
| KIRLEY, FRANCIS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2022 |
| LEE, BRIAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2022 |
| LUCKETT, GINA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2022 |
| NEXION HEALTH AT SWEETWATER, INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2022 |
| REID, JOHN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2022 |
| RINER, MEERA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2022 |
| LUCKETT, GINA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sterling Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Cente's rating?
Sterling Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Cente has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Texas nursing homes is 2.7 stars.
How many inspection citations did Sterling Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Cente receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sterling Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Cente 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 Sterling Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Cente?
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 Sterling Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Cente and how do I contact it?
Sterling Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Cente is at 705 NE Georgia Ave, Sweetwater, TX 79556. Phone: (325) 235-5417.
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.