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HomeLouisianaThe Gardens and Guardian

The Gardens and Guardian

1401 Country Club Road, Lake Charles, LA 706053374801550
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Sprinkler System
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
60
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $20,000

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 4/5 stars (above average)

• Has 60 certified beds with an average of 43.1 residents per day (72% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 3 deficiencies (inspected Jul 10, 2024)

• Has been fined a total of $20,000 across 1 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 5.28 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 64.7% (high)

The Gardens and Guardian is a 4-star Medicare certified nursing home in Lake Charles, Louisiana with 60 certified beds. It has been operating since 2012. The facility scored above average compared to Louisiana facilities.

Beds
60
Avg Residents/Day
43.1
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Mar 21, 2012
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Calcasieu
Last Inspection
Jul 10, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3
Weighted Score
25.0
Infection Citations
2

Deficiency Citations (16)

F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Mar 5, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0578Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Jul 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0640Potential for Harm

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Survey: Jul 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Jun 21, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Jun 21, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Jan 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Jan 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Jan 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Jan 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0867Potential for Harm

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

Survey: Jan 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0814Potential for Harm

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Survey: Feb 22, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Feb 22, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0692Potential for Harm

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Survey: Jun 29, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0761Minimal Harm

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.

Survey: Jun 29, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jun 29, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0947Potential for Harm

Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

Survey: Jun 29, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$20,000
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
1
Total Penalties
2

Penalty History

FineFeb 22, 2023
$20,000
Payment DenialMar 5, 2025
1 days denied

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide3.06 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN1.85 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.37 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing5.28 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total4.34 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.18 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
64.7%
RN Turnover
57.1%
Administrators Left
1

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (4)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
JOUBERT, JAMES5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual50%Sep 1, 2018
JOUBERT, KIMBERLY5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual50%Sep 1, 2018
JOUBERT, JAMESCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 1, 2018
WILCOXON, JUSTINW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/ASep 1, 2018

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for The Gardens and Guardian?▾
The Gardens and Guardian has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has The Gardens and Guardian had any health inspection violations?▾
The Gardens and Guardian had 3 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jul 10, 2024). The facility has been fined a total of $20,000 across 1 fine(s). It also has 2 infection control citation(s).
What are the staffing levels at The Gardens and Guardian?▾
The Gardens and Guardian provides 5.28 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.37 RN hours, 1.85 LPN hours, and 3.06 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 64.7%.
How many beds does The Gardens and Guardian have?▾
The Gardens and Guardian has 60 certified beds with an average of 43.1 residents per day, resulting in approximately 72% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned.
Are there other nursing homes near The Gardens and Guardian?▾
Yes, there are 6 other nursing homes in Lake Charles, Louisiana with an average rating of 2.6/5. You can compare all facilities on the Lake Charles nursing homes page.