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Waters Of Syracuse Skilled Nursing Facility, The

May 21, 2026 · Syracuse, IN · 500 E Pickwick Dr
Citations 9
CMS Rating 1/5
Beds 66
Provider ID 155581
Healthcare Facility
Waters Of Syracuse Skilled Nursing Facility, The
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Inspection Summary

WATERS OF SYRACUSE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in SYRACUSE, IN — inspection on May 21, 2026.

Found 9 citations. Severity: Standard violations.

Health inspections identify deficiencies that facilities must correct within required timeframes. Violations range from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns and are subject to follow-up verification.

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Inspection Findings

FF0558
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited WATERS OF SYRACUSE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in SYRACUSE, IN for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0558 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-05-21.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 9 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WATERS OF SYRACUSE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has plan of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-06-05.

Federal health inspectors cited WATERS OF SYRACUSE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in SYRACUSE, IN for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0580 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-05-21.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 9 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WATERS OF SYRACUSE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has plan of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-06-05.

Federal health inspectors cited WATERS OF SYRACUSE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in SYRACUSE, IN for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0605 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-05-21.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 9 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WATERS OF SYRACUSE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has plan of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-06-05.

Federal health inspectors cited WATERS OF SYRACUSE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in SYRACUSE, IN for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0684 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-05-21.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Scope/Severity Level G: isolated, actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy.

Actual harm to residents was documented as a result of this deficiency.

This was one of 9 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WATERS OF SYRACUSE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has plan of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-06-05.

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Federal health inspectors cited WATERS OF SYRACUSE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in SYRACUSE, IN for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0726 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-05-21.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 9 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WATERS OF SYRACUSE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has plan of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-06-05.

Federal health inspectors cited WATERS OF SYRACUSE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in SYRACUSE, IN for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0757 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-05-21.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 9 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WATERS OF SYRACUSE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has plan of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-06-05.

Federal health inspectors cited WATERS OF SYRACUSE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in SYRACUSE, IN for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0761 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-05-21.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: 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.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 9 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WATERS OF SYRACUSE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has plan of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-06-05.

Federal health inspectors cited WATERS OF SYRACUSE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in SYRACUSE, IN for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0812 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-05-21.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 9 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WATERS OF SYRACUSE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has plan of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-06-05.

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Federal health inspectors cited WATERS OF SYRACUSE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in SYRACUSE, IN for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0925 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-05-21.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 9 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WATERS OF SYRACUSE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has plan of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-06-05.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an F-tag violation?
F-tags are federal deficiency codes used by CMS to categorize nursing home violations. Each F-tag corresponds to a specific federal regulation (42 CFR Part 483). For example, F607 relates to abuse prevention policies, F880 relates to infection control.
Were these violations corrected?
Facilities must submit plans of correction and implement changes within required timeframes. CMS conducts follow-up inspections to verify corrections. Check the inspection report for specific correction dates and follow-up verification status.
How often do nursing home inspections happen?
CMS conducts unannounced inspections of all Medicare/Medicaid-certified nursing homes at least once per year. Additional inspections may occur based on complaints, facility-reported incidents, or follow-up to verify previous violations were corrected.
What should families do about these violations?
Families should: (1) Review the full inspection report for details, (2) Ask facility administration about specific corrective actions taken, (3) Check if this represents a pattern by reviewing prior inspections, (4) Compare with other facilities in SYRACUSE, IN, (5) Report new concerns to state authorities.
Where can I see the full inspection report?
Complete inspection reports are available on Medicare.gov's Care Compare website (www.medicare.gov/care-compare). You can also request copies directly from WATERS OF SYRACUSE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE or from the state Department of Health. Reports include deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines.


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