Bayou Vista Nursing And Rehab Center
Bayou Vista Nursing And Rehab Center is a 2-star rated nursing home in Bunkie, LA with 92 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 4/5, staffing 1/5, quality measures 1/5.
The facility has 24 health violations on record. Federal fines total $14,645 across 4 enforcement actions. Most recent inspection: July 31, 2024.
Staff turnover rate: 89.3% — significantly above the national average.
Data synthesized from CMS.gov and Louisiana public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
Inspection History Overview
Data current as of May 13, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data
Detailed Inspection Reports
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Fines and Penalties by Year
2022 2 penalties totaling $1,645
Fine
Fine
2021 1 penalties totaling $9,750
Fine
2020 1 penalties totaling $3,250
Fine
Health Violations by Year
2024 3 violations
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
2023 12 violations
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
2022 1 violations
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
2021 2 violations
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2020 2 violations
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2019 1 violations
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
2017 3 violations
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
1) Hire only people with no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents.
Ensure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless medically necessary, and that incontinent patients receive proper services to prevent urinary tract infections and restore normal bladder functions.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bayou Vista Nursing And Rehab Center
- What violations has Bayou Vista Nursing And Rehab Center received?
- Bayou Vista Nursing And Rehab Center has 24 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
- What is the quality rating of Bayou Vista Nursing And Rehab Center?
- Bayou Vista Nursing And Rehab Center has a 2-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This rating indicates the facility may have quality concerns that should be investigated further. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
- When was Bayou Vista Nursing And Rehab Center last inspected?
- Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
- Is Bayou Vista Nursing And Rehab Center safe?
- Safety at Bayou Vista Nursing And Rehab Center should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
- How do I contact Bayou Vista Nursing And Rehab Center?
- Phone: (318) 346-2080. Address: 323 Evergreen Hwy, Bunkie, LA. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
- What services does Bayou Vista Nursing And Rehab Center offer?
- Bayou Vista Nursing And Rehab Center is a skilled nursing facility with 92 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
- What are better facilities near Bunkie, LA?
- Compare Bayou Vista Nursing And Rehab Center with other nursing homes in Bunkie, LA on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.
Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.
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