Avalon Healthcare - Tacoma

Nursing Home · Tacoma, WA

CMS overall rating 2/5 For profit - Limited Liability company

CMS certification number505183

Contact & location

7411 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98408
Pierce County
Phone
(253) 474-8456
ZIP code
98408 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
81
Residents per day
53.2 (66% occupied)
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Legal name
Avalon Healthcare - Tacoma LLC
Chain
Avalon Health Care (16 facilities, avg 3.4★)
Medicare certified since
February 8, 1968
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 3.2
Health inspections★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 2.8
Staffing★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 3.6
Quality measures★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 4.0
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 3/5
Short-stay quality★★★★★ 1/5

Staffing

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

Total nurse staffing
4.42 (state 4.37 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
0.96 (state 0.94 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.85 (state 0.77 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
2.61 (state 2.66 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
3.68 (state 3.81 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
47.1 (state 45.1 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
53.8 (state 45.4 · U.S. 42.9)%
Administrators who left
1 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
July 30, 2025
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
26.0 (state 16.1 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
2
Citations on record (3 years)
39 health · 41 fire safety · includes actual harm
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2026-07-01 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 · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-08-10
2026-03-06 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-04-07
2025-07-30 Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
F0582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 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		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
F0645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 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		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
F0757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
F0791 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
F0881 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 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 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
F0628 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
F0637 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 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 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 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 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 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 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 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		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 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 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 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.
F0693 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
F0790 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-10
2025-07-30 Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
F0919 · Environmental Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-10
2025-05-07 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		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-06-10
2025-03-11 Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
F0660 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-04-15
2025-03-11 Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.
F0807 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-04-15
2025-03-11 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-04-15
2024-12-30 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 2025-01-14
2024-10-09 Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-11-22
2024-10-09 Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
F0565 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-11-22
2024-10-09 Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
F0567 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-11-22
2024-10-09 Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
F0568 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-11-22
2024-10-09 Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-11-22
2024-10-09 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		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-11-22
2024-10-09 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 2024-11-22
2024-10-09 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-11-22

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, including $24,814 in fines.

DateTypeAmount
2025-07-30Fine$24,814

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Avalon Care Center - Tacoma, L.L.C. (organization)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Avalon Health Care INC (organization)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Avalon Health Care Management INC (organization)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Avalon Holdco Equities, L.L.C. (organization)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Avalon Holding INC (organization)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Hyrum a Kirton Individual TR (organization)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
K-Team LLC (organization)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Kirton, Byron (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Kirton, Hyrum (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Kirton, Spencer (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Kubu, Cheryl (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Multicare Health System (organization)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Sekeramayi, Floyd (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Spencer K Kirton Individual TR (organization)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
The Byron a Kirton Individual TR (organization)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Kirton, Hyrum (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Kirton, Hyrum (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Nelson, Ryan (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Avalon Care Center - Tacoma, L.L.C. (organization)Direct Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE
Multicare Health System (organization)Direct Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE
Avalon Holdco Equities, L.L.C. (organization)Indirect Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE
Hyrum a Kirton Individual TR (organization)Indirect Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE
K-Team LLC (organization)Indirect Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE
Kirton, Byron (individual)Indirect Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE
Kirton, Hyrum (individual)Indirect Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE
Kirton, Spencer (individual)Indirect Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE
Spencer K Kirton Individual TR (organization)Indirect Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE
The Byron a Kirton Individual TR (organization)Indirect Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE
Dangerfield, David (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Irwin, Martina (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Kirton, Byron (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Kirton, Hyrum (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Kirton, Spencer (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Nelson, Ryan (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Woltil, Robert (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Avalon Care Center - Tacoma, L.L.C. (organization)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Avalon Health Care Management INC (organization)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Hash, Alan (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Irwin, Martina (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Kirton, Hyrum (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Kubu, Cheryl (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Sekeramayi, Floyd (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Siedenstrang, Lynn (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Stengel, Laura (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Avalon Healthcare - Tacoma?

Avalon Healthcare - Tacoma has a 2-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.2-star average in Washington.

How many beds does Avalon Healthcare - Tacoma have?

It has 81 certified beds and cares for about 53 residents per day.

Has Avalon Healthcare - Tacoma been fined?

Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty totaling $24,814 in the last three years.

Who owns Avalon Healthcare - Tacoma?

It is part of Avalon Health Care 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 Avalon Healthcare - Tacoma?

(253) 474-8456. The facility is located at 7411 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98408.

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