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HomeIndianaWaters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility, the

Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility, the

5544 E State Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 468152607499506WebsiteGoogle Maps
3.9on Google(28 reviews)
3/5Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
77
certified

How Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility, the Compares in Indiana

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Indiana. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
3/5
IN average
3.1/5
Close to state average
Health inspection rating
3/5
IN average
2.8/5
Close to state average
Staffing rating
2/5
IN average
2.5/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.59 hrs/day
IN average
3.68 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.47 hrs/day
IN average
0.66 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
59.5%
IN average
45.9%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Reported RN time is 0.47 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.66.
Staff turnover is 59.5%, higher than the Indiana average of 45.9%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
6
deficiency citations
Inspected Sep 4, 2024
Most recent cycle
9
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 2, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 3 more deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$7,665/mo
Indiana median
Private Room
$8,669/mo
Indiana median
Allen County 65+
58,170
15.1% of county
County Population
385,456
Allen County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility, the is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Fort Wayne, Indiana with 77 certified beds. It has been operating since 1988. Its overall CMS rating is 3 out of 5.

Beds
77
Avg Residents/Day
48.5
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jul 18, 1988
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Allen
Last Inspection
Jul 2, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
9
Weighted Score
39.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (18)

F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Feb 10, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0628Potential for Harm

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

Survey: Feb 10, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Nov 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Nov 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Nov 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
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: Jul 2, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 2, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Jul 2, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0692Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 2, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Sep 4, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0757Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Survey: Sep 4, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Apr 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0699Potential for Harm

Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

Survey: Apr 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0600Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Feb 6, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0744Potential for Harm

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.

Survey: Sep 27, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 16, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0865Potential for Harm

Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.

Survey: Aug 16, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
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: Aug 16, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

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

Nurse Aide1.93 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.19 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.47 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.59 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.32 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.04 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
59.5%
RN Turnover
33.3%
Administrators Left
1

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (9)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
JOHNSON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Mar 1, 2013
DUGGAN, AMANDACONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJun 16, 2016
DECOLA, ROBERTW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AFeb 16, 2019
BERKHOUSE, STEVENCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AOct 18, 2021
DUNKLE, DAVIDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMar 1, 2019
BERKHOUSE, STEVENCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AOct 18, 2021
DUNKLE, DAVIDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 1, 2019
THE WATERS OF FORT WAYNE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/ANov 1, 2022
DUNKLE, DAVIDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMar 1, 2019

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility, the and nearby alternatives.

All Indiana facilities
Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility, the
Fort Wayne, INCurrent facility
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Chateau Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Fort Wayne, IN2,640 ft
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $109,257
Celebrate Senior Living of Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN1.4 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Heritage Park
Fort Wayne, IN1.5 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Byron Health Center
Fort Wayne, IN1.8 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $8,281
Golden Years Homestead
Fort Wayne, IN1.8 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $15,646
Saint Anne Home
Fort Wayne, IN2.1 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility, the
Fort Wayne, IN · Current facility
—3/53/52/5None recorded
Chateau Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Fort Wayne, IN
2,640 ft1/51/52/5$109,257
Celebrate Senior Living of Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN
1.4 mi3/53/52/5None recorded
Heritage Park
Fort Wayne, IN
1.5 mi5/54/52/5None recorded
Byron Health Center
Fort Wayne, IN
1.8 mi1/52/51/5$8,281
Golden Years Homestead
Fort Wayne, IN
1.8 mi3/53/53/5$15,646
Saint Anne Home
Fort Wayne, IN
2.1 mi4/54/53/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility, the?▾
Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility, the has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated average.
How much does Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility, the cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Indiana is $7,665/month for a semi-private room and $8,669/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility, the participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility, the had any health inspection violations?▾
Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility, the had 9 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jul 2, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility, the?▾
Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility, the provides 3.59 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.47 RN hours, 1.19 LPN hours, and 1.93 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 59.5%.
How many beds does Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility, the have?▾
Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility, the has 77 certified beds with an average of 48.5 residents per day, resulting in approximately 63% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Infinity Healthcare Consulting chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility, the?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Indiana, including 6 in Fort Wayne. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility, the?▾
On Google Maps, Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility, the has a rating of 3.9 out of 5 based on 28 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 3/5.

Part of Infinity Healthcare Consulting

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