Waters of Syracuse Skilled Nursing Facility, the

Nursing Home · Syracuse, IN

CMS overall rating 1/5 For profit - Limited Liability company

CMS certification number155581

Contact & location

500 E Pickwick DR
Syracuse, IN 46567
Kosciusko County

Phone: (574) 457-4401
ZIP code: 46567 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds: 66
Residents per day: 41.2 (62% occupied)
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Legal name: Johnson Memorial Hospital
Chain: Infinity Healthcare Consulting (69 facilities, avg 2.0★)
Medicare certified since: October 1, 1996
Participates in: Medicare and Medicaid
Council: Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 1/5

State avg 3.1

Health inspections★★★★★ 1/5

State avg 2.8

Staffing★★★★★ 1/5

State avg 2.5

Quality measures★★★★★ 4/5

State avg 4.1

Long-stay quality★★★★★ 4/5

Short-stay quality★★★★★ 4/5

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing: 3.33 (state 3.68 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN): 0.52 (state 0.67 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses: 0.68 (state 0.78 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides: 2.13 (state 2.23 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total: 2.97 (state 3.24 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover: 61.8 (state 45.9 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover: 83.3 (state 40.3 · U.S. 42.9)%
Administrators who left: 0 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection: May 21, 2026
Health deficiencies (last cycle): 9.0 (state 7.2 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints: 0
Citations on record (3 years): 34 health · 17 fire safety · includes actual harm

Date	Citation	Severity	Status
2026-05-21	Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies	G Actual harm	Corrected 2026-06-05
2026-05-21	Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies	E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-06-05
2026-05-21	Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. F0558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-06-05
2026-05-21	Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. F0580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-06-05
2026-05-21	Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. F0605 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-06-05
2026-05-21	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. F0726 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-06-05
2026-05-21	Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. F0757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-06-05
2026-05-21	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. F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-06-05
2026-05-21	Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. F0925 · Environmental Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-06-05
2025-01-10	Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies	G Actual harm	Corrected 2025-02-11
2025-01-10	Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies	E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2025-02-11
2025-01-10	Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2025-02-11
2025-01-10	Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. F0582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2025-02-11
2025-01-10	PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities F0645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2025-02-11
2025-01-10	Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted F0655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2025-02-11
2025-01-10	Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2025-02-27
2025-01-10	Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2025-02-11
2025-01-10	Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. F0690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2025-02-27
2025-01-10	Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. F0692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2025-02-11
2025-01-10	Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2025-02-11
2025-01-10	Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. F0697 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2025-02-11
2025-01-10	Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. F0698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2025-02-11
2025-01-10	Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. F0757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2025-02-11
2025-01-10	Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. F0758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2025-02-11
2025-01-10	Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2025-02-11
2025-01-10	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2025-02-27
2024-02-09	Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. F0582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-03-05
2024-02-09	Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-03-05
2024-02-09	Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. F0679 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-03-05
2024-02-09	Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. F0688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-03-05
2024-02-09	Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-03-05
2024-02-09	Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. F0760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-03-05
2024-02-09	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. F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-03-05
2024-02-09	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-03-05

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

1 penalty in the last three years.

Date	Type	Amount
2025-01-10	Payment Denial	13 days payment denial

Ownership & management

Name	Role	Since
Johnson Memorial Hospital (organization)	5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 100%
Jackson, Nathan (individual)	Contracted Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE
Vance, Carolyn (individual)	Contracted Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE
Berkhouse, Steven (individual)	Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Dunkle, David (individual)	Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Berkhouse, Steven (individual)	Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Dunkle, David (individual)	Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Dunkle, David (individual)	Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
The Waters of Syracuse Skilled Nursing Facility LLC (organization)	Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Decola, Robert (individual)	W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Waters of Syracuse Skilled Nursing Facility, the?

Waters of Syracuse Skilled Nursing Facility, the has a 1-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.1-star average in Indiana.

How many beds does Waters of Syracuse Skilled Nursing Facility, the have?

It has 66 certified beds and cares for about 41 residents per day.

Has Waters of Syracuse Skilled Nursing Facility, the been fined?

Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty in the last three years.

Who owns Waters of Syracuse Skilled Nursing Facility, the?

It is part of Infinity Healthcare Consulting and is classified as for profit - limited liability company. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.

What is the phone number of Waters of Syracuse Skilled Nursing Facility, the?

(574) 457-4401. The facility is located at 500 E Pickwick DR, Syracuse, IN 46567.

Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.