nursing home in Dallas, TX
Ventana By Buckner
8301 N. Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75201 · (214) 758-8031
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Ventana By Buckner at a glance
Ventana By Buckner is a 72-bed non-profit nursing home in Dallas, Texas (Dallas County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Texas average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 5.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 18, 2026) found 3 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 44.8% per year (state average 55.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 72
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Medicare-certified since
- March 17, 2020
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Dallas County
- CMS Certification Number
- 676483
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 1.9 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.11 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.95 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.57 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.88 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 44.8% | 55.3% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 21.4% | 54.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 3 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 27 | 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 | 72 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 66 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 91.9% | 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) | 4% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.1% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 3% | 9.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 7.5% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 7.1% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0% | 3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.7% | 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) | 24.7% | 18% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 5.7% | 13.4% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 96.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.5% | 88% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.4% | 88.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 14 health deficiencies and 6 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 18, 2026 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 April 10, 2026 |
| March 18, 2026 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 March 19, 2026 |
| March 18, 2026 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 March 19, 2026 |
| July 15, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate foot care. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0687 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 11, 2025 |
| July 15, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 11, 2025 |
| December 18, 2024 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 December 26, 2024 |
| December 18, 2024 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| December 18, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 9, 2025 |
| December 18, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 13, 2025 |
| December 18, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 20, 2024 |
| December 18, 2024 Complaint | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2025 |
| December 18, 2024 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2025 |
| December 18, 2024 Complaint | Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0660 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2025 |
| December 18, 2024 Complaint | Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0661 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2025 |
| December 18, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2025 |
| March 28, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 15, 2024 |
| November 3, 2023 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 20, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 Complaint | 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 November 20, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 Complaint | 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 November 20, 2023 |
| November 3, 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 November 20, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUCKNER SENIOR LIVING Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 12/01/2012 |
| MOORE, JESSICA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/12/2012 |
| ROBBINS, KENNETH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/21/2025 |
| ROBBINS, KENNETH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/21/2025 |
| GENTRY, JEFFREY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/14/2017 |
| REYES, ALBERT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/02/2007 |
| MOORE, JESSICA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/12/2012 |
| ROBBINS, KENNETH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/25/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Ventana By Buckner's rating?
Ventana By Buckner has 5 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 Ventana By Buckner receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Ventana By Buckner accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Ventana By Buckner?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Ventana By Buckner and how do I contact it?
Ventana By Buckner is at 8301 N. Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75201. Phone: (214) 758-8031.
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.