nursing home in Sequim, WA

Sequim Bay Post Acute

650 West Hemlock St, Sequim, WA 98382 · (360) 582-2400

★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★3
  • Staffing★★★★★3
  • Quality measures★★★★★5

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Sequim Bay Post Acute at a glance

Sequim Bay Post Acute is a 100-bed for-profit nursing home in Sequim, Washington (Clallam County).

CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Washington average of 3.3.

Residents receive about 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.4 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (August 22, 2025) found 13 health citations. The Washington average is 15.8.

Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $9,870.

Nursing staff turnover is 56.4% per year (state average 45.1%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds
100
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Kalesta Healthcare Group
Medicare-certified since
October 1, 1969
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Clallam County
CMS Certification Number
505128

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityWashington avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53.3 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Average
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.6 / 52.9 / 5Average
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 54 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54.1 / 53.8 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)4 / 53.9 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility3.73 hrsWashington average4.36 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Washington and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityWashington avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.73 hrs4.36 hrs3.86 hrsAverage
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.70 hrs0.94 hrs0.69 hrsAverage
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.32 hrs2.66 hrs2.32 hrsAverage
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.19 hrs3.80 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)56.4%45.1%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)50%45.4%42.9%Worse

Inspections

This facility13Washington average16U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Washington and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityWashington avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)13169Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)643Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)99116.680.6Worse

Penalties

This facility1Washington average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Washington and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityWashington avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)111Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$9,870$52,633$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)111Average

Size

MeasureThis facilityWashington avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds10097107
Average residents per day887686
Occupancy88.3%79.4%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility0.5%Washington average2.6%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Washington and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityWashington avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)0.5%2.6%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)7.3%4.3%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)18.7%15.1%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)6.1%1.6%1.6%Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0%1%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)5.5%14.2%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)12.7%17.2%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)3.9%5.5%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)3%17.7%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)17.1%12.4%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)30.2%22.5%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)96.6%93.8%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%96%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility2.2%Washington average1.3%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Washington and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityWashington avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)2.2%1.3%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)92.4%82%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)96.5%88.3%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 49 health deficiencies and 16 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".

DateCitationSeverityStatus
April 28, 2026
Complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected June 2, 2026
April 28, 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 2, 2026
April 28, 2026
Complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 2, 2026
February 24, 2026
Complaint
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 19, 2026
February 24, 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 March 19, 2026
September 12, 2025
Complaint
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 September 30, 2025
August 22, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 5, 2025
August 22, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 5, 2025
August 22, 2025
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 5, 2025
August 22, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 5, 2025
August 22, 2025
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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 30, 2025
August 22, 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 September 30, 2025
August 22, 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 September 30, 2025
August 22, 2025
Standard
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 30, 2025
August 22, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 30, 2025
August 22, 2025
Standard
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0825
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 30, 2025
August 22, 2025
Standard
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0745
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 30, 2025
October 9, 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 October 29, 2024
August 28, 2024
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 1, 2024
August 12, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 6, 2024
August 12, 2024
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 6, 2024
August 12, 2024
Complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 19, 2024
August 12, 2024
Standard
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0694
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 19, 2024
August 12, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 19, 2024
August 12, 2024
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 19, 2024
August 12, 2024
Standard
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 19, 2024
August 12, 2024
Standard
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 19, 2024
August 12, 2024
Standard
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 19, 2024
August 12, 2024
Standard
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 19, 2024
August 12, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 19, 2024
August 12, 2024
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 September 19, 2024
August 12, 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 September 19, 2024
August 12, 2024
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 19, 2024
August 12, 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 19, 2024
June 6, 2024
Complaint
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 25, 2024
April 26, 2024
Complaint
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 16, 2024
April 12, 2024
Complaint
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 May 8, 2024
February 23, 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 March 26, 2024
February 23, 2024
Complaint
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 March 26, 2024
January 31, 2024
Complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 27, 2024
July 31, 2023
Fire safety
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 18, 2023
July 31, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0926
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 18, 2023
July 31, 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 August 18, 2023
July 31, 2023
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 1, 2023
July 31, 2023
Fire safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 18, 2023
July 31, 2023
Fire safety
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 18, 2023
July 31, 2023
Fire safety
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 18, 2023
July 31, 2023
Fire safety
Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0024
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 18, 2023
July 31, 2023
Fire safety
Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0018
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 18, 2023
July 31, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 18, 2023
July 31, 2023
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
K
Immediate jeopardy, pattern
Corrected September 1, 2023
July 31, 2023
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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 1, 2023
July 31, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 1, 2023
July 31, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 1, 2023
July 31, 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 September 1, 2023
July 31, 2023
Standard
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 1, 2023
July 31, 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 September 1, 2023
July 31, 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 September 1, 2023
July 31, 2023
Standard
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 1, 2023
July 31, 2023
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 September 1, 2023
July 31, 2023
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 September 1, 2023
July 31, 2023
Standard
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 1, 2023
July 31, 2023
Standard
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 1, 2023
July 31, 2023
Standard
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 1, 2023
July 31, 2023
Standard
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected September 1, 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 $9,870 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
April 28, 2026Fine$9,870

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
KALESTA HEALTHCARE GROUP, LLC
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%06/01/2025
CLAWSON, SCOTT
Individual
5% or greater indirect ownership interest44%06/01/2025
WILLIAMS, RYAN
Individual
5% or greater indirect ownership interest44%06/01/2025
CLAWSON, SCOTT
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2025
DEANGELO, DANIEL
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2025
HICKCOX, MARY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2025
WILLIAMS, RYAN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2025
CLAWSON, SCOTT
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2025
WILLIAMS, RYAN
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2025
DEANGELO, DANIEL
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2025

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Frequently asked questions

What is Sequim Bay Post Acute's rating?

Sequim Bay Post Acute has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Washington nursing homes is 3.3 stars.

How many inspection citations did Sequim Bay Post Acute receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 13 citations, compared with a Washington average of 15.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Sequim Bay Post Acute 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 Sequim Bay Post Acute?

It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Kalesta Healthcare Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Sequim Bay Post Acute and how do I contact it?

Sequim Bay Post Acute is at 650 West Hemlock St, Sequim, WA 98382. Phone: (360) 582-2400.

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.