nursing home in Evanston, WY
Rocky Mountain Care - Evanston
475 Yellow Creek Rd, Evanston, WY 82930 · (307) 789-0726
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Rocky Mountain Care - Evanston at a glance
Rocky Mountain Care - Evanston is a 60-bed non-profit nursing home in Evanston, Wyoming (Uinta County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Wyoming average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 16, 2026) found 3 health citations. The Wyoming average is 7.8.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $13,388.
Nursing staff turnover is 42.2% per year (state average 51.8%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Rocky Mountain Care
- Medicare-certified since
- September 19, 1989
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Uinta County
- CMS Certification Number
- 535038
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Wyoming avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Wyoming avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.20 hrs | 3.87 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.70 hrs | 0.94 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.02 hrs | 2.43 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.89 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.2% | 51.8% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 14.3% | 44.1% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Wyoming avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 8 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 31 | 66.5 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Wyoming avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $13,388 | $28,128 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Wyoming avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 60 | 82 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 49 | 56 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 81.7% | 70.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Wyoming avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.3% | 4.7% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.7% | 4.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 12.9% | 21.8% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 4.7% | 3.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 19.6% | 16.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 22.5% | 15.3% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.5% | 5.9% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.7% | 6.5% | 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) | 28.7% | 15.4% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22.5% | 22.7% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.3% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Wyoming avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 77% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 77% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 9 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 16, 2026 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 16, 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 May 19, 2026 |
| April 16, 2026 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 19, 2026 |
| April 16, 2026 Standard | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0553 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 19, 2026 |
| March 19, 2025 Complaint | 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| September 18, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 5, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2024 |
| August 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 October 31, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 Standard | Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0847 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 27, 2024 |
| August 22, 2024 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 27, 2024 |
| August 22, 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 27, 2024 |
| June 29, 2023 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected July 3, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $13,388 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 19, 2025 | Fine | $7,220 |
| August 22, 2024 | Fine | $6,168 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BANGERTER, EDWARD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/30/2019 |
| BANGERTER, JOHNATHAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/25/2020 |
| BUNOT, NANCY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/25/2008 |
| CAPENER, RICHARD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2022 |
| CONNELL, ERIC Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/05/2020 |
| ROCKY MOUNTAIN CARE EVANSTON INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/11/2025 |
| ROCKY MOUNTAIN CARE LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/06/2025 |
| CONNELL, ERIC Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/05/2020 |
| BANGERTE, NATHAN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| BANGERTER, EDWARD Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| BANGERTER, JOHNATHAN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| BEEMAN, RAYMOND Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2022 |
| BOARDMAN, LAURA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2022 |
| DARBY, MEGAN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| GATHERUM, JASON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| HALE, FREDRICK Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2022 |
| HANSEN, KENT Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| MIKESELL, BRADLEY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2022 |
| MORRISON, ROBERT Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/30/2025 |
| NEVES, COURTNEY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| OWENS, JON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| SAMUELSON, LANCE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2022 |
| SIMMONS, BENJAMIN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/30/2025 |
| SNOWBALL, KELLY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2025 |
| WIDDISON, ALAN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2022 |
| WINTERHOLLER, DAVID Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/30/2025 |
| BUNOT, NANCY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/25/2008 |
| CAPENER, RICHARD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2022 |
| CONNELL, ERIC Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/05/2020 |
| ROCKY MOUNTAIN CARE EVANSTON INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/15/2017 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Rocky Mountain Care - Evanston's rating?
Rocky Mountain Care - Evanston has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Wyoming nursing homes is 2.9 stars.
How many inspection citations did Rocky Mountain Care - Evanston receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Wyoming average of 7.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Rocky Mountain Care - Evanston 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 Rocky Mountain Care - Evanston?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Rocky Mountain Care. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Rocky Mountain Care - Evanston and how do I contact it?
Rocky Mountain Care - Evanston is at 475 Yellow Creek Rd, Evanston, WY 82930. Phone: (307) 789-0726.
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.