Total health inspections
4
Tennessee average 3.5
Last Health inspection on May 2025
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
The Waters Of Springfield
Nursing Home
The Waters Of Springfield
Nursing Home
Comfortably age in place in The Waters of Springfield, a remarkable senior living community in Springfield, TN, offering a wide array of excellent care services. Residents here are provided access to memory care, long term care services, hospice services, respite care, and a variety of other healthcare services. Featuring stunning and cozy accommodations, the community guarantees a safe and secure living environment for its residents.
Focused on helping residents maintain an active and fulfilling life, the community provides a wide variety of fun and engaging activities. Several amenities, such as a therapy gym and an elegant dining room are offered to make residents’ living experience more comfortable. Here, residents are guaranteed to age well and live well within an environment that encourages them to stay active and happy.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
66
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
76.2%
Residents per day (avg)
37
Occupancy rate
76.2%
Residents per day (avg)
37
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
18% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
26 days
Private pay
66% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
17% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
10 - 11 months
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$7.2M
Operating loss
-$671.9K
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$7,165,152.00
Operating loss
$-671,875.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.4M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$7.8M
66-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
34 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 32 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
License Status
LicensedFacility Type
Nursing Home
License Date
January 7, 1992
License Expiration
June 2, 2026
Additional licensing details
License number:
00000214
CMS Certification Number:
445480
Ownership & operating entity
The Waters Of Springfield is legally operated by The Waters of Springfield, LLC, and administrated by Rick Lucas.
What does this home offer?
Accept Medicaid: Yes, Accept
Total Residents: 66 Residents
Building Type: Single-story
Types of Care at The Waters Of Springfield
Memory Care
Inspection History
In Tennessee, the Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities performs unannounced inspections and investigations to ensure facilities provide high-quality resident care.
1 violation
Violations indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Compare Nursing Homes around Springfield
The information below is reported by the Tennessee Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities.
The Waters Of Springfield
+64%
-13%
+4%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Springfield
66
No
32
WELSH, BENTON
76.2%
$6,803,953.00
$2,402,789.00
35.3%
36.50
3.1392
1
19
1
+64%-13%+4%
The Waters Of Springfield
Type of care:
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Community:
Springfield
Bed Count:
66
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
WELSH, BENTON
CCN:
445480
Occupancy:
76.2%
Home Revenue:
$6,803,953.00
Payroll Costs:
$2,402,789.00
Payroll %:
35.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
36.50
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.1392
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
19
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
+64%
+64%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-13%
-13%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+4%
+4%Places of interest near The Waters Of Springfield
0.6 miles from city center
704 5th Ave E, Springfield, TN 37172
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
119
Total Staff
51
Employees
68
Contractors
14,523
Total Hours (Quarter)
19
Avg Staff/Day
8.4
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 9.3 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 26 | 9.4 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 56 | 9.7 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
3 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
100 staff
9.5hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
4 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
8 staff
3.3hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
1.5hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
14.2%
of total hours from contractors
2,065 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 29
Physical Therapy Aide: 2
Registered Nurse: 9
Licensed Practical Nurse: 18
Administrator: 1
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Nurse Practitioner: 2
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 27 | 29 | 56 | 6,084 | 91 | 100% | 9.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 8 | 18 | 26 | 2,680 | 91 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 8 | 9 | 17 | 2,143 | 90 | 99% | 9.3 |
| Administrator | 2 | 1 | 3 | 492 | 60 | 66% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 485 | 63 | 69% | 7.7 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 481 | 60 | 66% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 459 | 63 | 69% | 7.3 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 396 | 54 | 59% | 7.3 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 2 | 3 | 347 | 44 | 48% | 7.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 275 | 41 | 45% | 6.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 265 | 62 | 68% | 4.2 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 247 | 60 | 66% | 4.1 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 78 | 37 | 41% | 2.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 61 | 34 | 37% | 1.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 30 | 20 | 22% | 1.5 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
19
Citations per inspection
4.75
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
11 of 19 citations resulted from standard inspections; 6 of 19 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 19 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
1
1
9% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 1.1
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 0.6
1 critical citation
0 serious citations
18 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
May 20, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
May 20, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
May 20, 2025
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
May 20, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Resident Census by Payment Source
37
Total Residents
Medicare
1
(2.7%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
22
(59.5%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
14
(37.8%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
1.9
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
1.9
82% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 10.5
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
8.3
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
8.3
57% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 19.5
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
0.9%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
0.9%
94% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 16.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
0.0%
100% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 21.7%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
24.1%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
24.1%
16% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 20.7%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.7%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.7%
80% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 3.7%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.7%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.7%
32% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 5.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.7%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.7%
64% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 2.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.4%
31% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 6.3%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
24.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
24.6%
124% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 11.0%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
13.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
13.2%
20% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 16.5%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
90.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
90.5%
In line with Tennessee averageTennessee average: 89.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.7%
In line with Tennessee averageTennessee average: 94.5%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
58.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
58.5%
27% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 79.7%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.4%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.4%
44% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 1.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
45.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
45.8%
43% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 79.8%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
10.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
10.0%
1199% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 0.8%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
48.0%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
48.0%
5% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$9K
89% lower than Tennessee averageTennessee average: $86K
Number of fines
1
43% fewer fines than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 1.7
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 0.5
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$9K
Tennessee average
$86K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Oct 19, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Oct 19, 2023
$9K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for The Waters Of Springfield based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
76.2%
↑ 7.6pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$671,875
↑ ~$885K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$2,806,486
↑ ~$686K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-9.9%
↑ 14.7pp vs 2022
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