Phillips County Retirement Center

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 1/5

State avg 3.1

Health inspections★★★★★ 2/5

State avg 2.9

Staffing★★★★★ 1/5

State avg 3.5

Quality measures★★★★★ 3/5

State avg 3.2

Long-stay quality★★★★★ 3/5

Short-stay qualityNot rated

Staffing

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

Total nurse staffing: 4.21 (state 4.07 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN): 0.09 (state 0.71 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses: 1.09 (state 0.65 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides: 3.03 (state 2.70 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total: 3.70 (state 3.60 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover: 38.7 (state 48.1 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover: —
Administrators who left: 0 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection: March 11, 2026
Health deficiencies (last cycle): 11.0 (state 9.5 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints: 1
Citations on record (3 years): 36 health · 19 fire safety · includes immediate jeopardy

Date	Citation	Severity	Status
2026-03-11	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 · complaint inspection	G Actual harm	Corrected 2026-03-31
2026-03-11	Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. F0727 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies	F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-04-01
2026-03-11	Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. F0881 · Infection Control Deficiencies	F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-03-26
2026-03-11	Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. F0882 · Infection Control Deficiencies	F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-04-22
2026-03-11	Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. F0636 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies	E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-03-27
2026-03-11	Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies	E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-03-26
2026-03-11	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	E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-03-31
2026-03-11	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies	E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2026-03-31
2026-03-11	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 2026-03-31
2026-03-11	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 2026-03-31
2026-03-11	Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. F0838 · Administration Deficiencies	C No actual harm, potential for minimal harm	Corrected 2026-03-26
2024-05-16	Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies	J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety	Corrected 2024-06-07
2024-05-16	Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. F0727 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies	F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-06-07
2024-05-16	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies	F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-06-07
2024-05-16	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	E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-06-07
2024-05-16	Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-06-07
2024-05-16	Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. F0610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-06-07
2024-05-16	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 2024-06-07
2024-05-16	Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. F0756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-06-07
2024-05-16	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 2024-06-07
2024-05-16	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 2024-06-07
2024-05-16	Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. F0849 · Administration Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-06-07
2024-05-16	Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2024-06-07
2022-06-16	Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. F0576 · Resident Rights Deficiencies	F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2022-07-08
2022-06-16	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	E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2022-07-08
2022-06-16	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	E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2022-07-08
2022-06-16	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 2022-07-08
2022-06-16	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 2022-07-08
2022-06-16	Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. F0604 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2022-07-08
2022-06-16	Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2022-07-08
2022-06-16	Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2022-07-08
2022-06-16	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 2022-07-08
2022-06-16	Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. F0700 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2022-07-08
2022-06-16	Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. F0756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2022-07-08
2022-06-16	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 2022-07-08
2022-06-16	Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. F0760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies	D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm	Corrected 2022-07-08

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

No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Ownership & management

Name	Role	Since
	Ownership Data Not Available

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Phillips County Retirement Center?

Phillips County Retirement Center 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 Kansas.

How many beds does Phillips County Retirement Center have?

It has 40 certified beds and cares for about 29 residents per day.

Has Phillips County Retirement Center been fined?

CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

What is the phone number of Phillips County Retirement Center?

(785) 543-2131. The facility is located at 1300 State Street, Phillipsburg, KS 67661.

Contact & location

Facility details