Total staff
127
Employees
124
Contractors
3
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont
Nursing Home · Port Orchard, WA
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont
Nursing Home · Port Orchard, WA
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Overview of Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont
At 2051 Pottery Ave in Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont is a 96-bed skilled nursing facility operated privately by Scott Carlston. The community splits its mission across two distinct populations: 65% of new admissions are Medicare patients cycling through short-term post-acute rehab (averaging 9 days), while the resident census leans Medicaid (51.9%) and private-pay (32.5%) for longer stays.
Avamere Ridgemont’s regulatory record is clean, with no federal penalties in three years and a 4-star health inspection rating (42% above Washington standards). That strength sits alongside substantial staffing constraints.
Licensed nursing hours total 3h 28m per resident daily; 18% below the state average, ranking the facility 76th of 89 Washington skilled nursing homes. The profile is complicated: RN coverage runs 32% below state benchmarks while LPN staffing surges 45% above, a trade-off that shapes daily care dynamics. Staffing ratios sit at 1.65:1, below the state average of 1.86:1.
Long-stay residents show strong outcomes in pressure ulcer prevention (2.4% versus 4.9% statewide) and infection control; urinary tract infections hit 0%, and vaccination rates reach 100% for both pneumococcal and seasonal flu shots. Short-stay Medicare patients discharge with meaningful functional independence: 64.5% achieve successful return to home or community, outperforming the 50.6% state average.
The facility carries real operational weight. Depressive symptoms in long-stay residents run 59.6%, more than five times the 16.2% state norm, a signal of either acuity or care-management challenge. Short-stay readmissions and emergency department visits both exceed state benchmarks substantially (30.2% and 23.6% respectively, versus 19.9% and 13.2% statewide).
Services include on-site therapy infrastructure, licensed therapists, telemedicine access, and physician collaboration. The facility operates 24-hour staffed care.
Avamere Ridgemont orients toward short-stay post-acute rehabilitation with strong discharge planning, though the elevated mental health symptom profile and readmission patterns reflect mixed outcomes across its mixed-acuity base.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 76th out of 89 homes in Washington. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 76th out of 89 homes in Washington. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 28m per day
Rank #76 / 89Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 76th out of 89 homes in Washington. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Washington average, with a ranking across 89 Washington SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs Washington avg
-18%
Standout metric
LPN / LVN is +45% above state avg
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 36m per day | ▼ 32% State avg: 53m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 1h 11m per day | ▲ 45% State avg: 49m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 2h 31m per day | ▼ 6% State avg: 2h 41m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 59m per day | ▲ 5% State avg: 3h 47m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 4m per day | ▼ 20% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 26m per day | ▼ 32% State avg: 38m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy rate
77.1%
Rank #139 / 310Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 139th out of 310 homes in Washington. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 310. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
84 days
Walk Score: 29 / 100 Rank #483 / 628Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 483rd out of 628 homes in Washington. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Washington SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Rehabilitation Services
24-Hour Staffing
On-Site Therapy Gym
Telemedicine Assistance
Transportation Assistance
Personalized
Regular Wellness Checks
Close Collaboration Between Staff And Overseeing Physician
Nurse Call System
24-Hour Healthcare Professionals
Safety Features In Each Room
On-Site Therapists
Licensed Nurse On-Site 24/7
Specific ProgramsShort & Long-Term Care
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Staff to resident ratio
1.65:1
11% worse than Washington average
Avg staff/day
50
Average shift
7.5 hours
7% worse than Washington average
Total staff hours (quarter)
34,442
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
RN Staff
All 10 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
10
All 10 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
10
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hoursLicensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
LPN Staff
All 19 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
19
All 19 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
19
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9 hoursCertified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
CNA Staff
All 59 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
59
All 59 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
59
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.2 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.2 hoursContractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
0.3%
121 contractor hours this quarter
Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 59 | 0 | 59 | 17,098 | 92 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 19 | 0 | 19 | 7,611 | 92 | 100% | 9 |
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 0 | 10 | 2,959 | 92 | 100% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,018 | 91 | 99% | 5.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 951 | 74 | 80% | 7.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 8 | 0 | 8 | 819 | 66 | 72% | 7.1 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 486 | 65 | 71% | 7.5 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 464 | 58 | 63% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 450 | 63 | 68% | 7.1 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 414 | 53 | 58% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 406 | 60 | 65% | 6.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 392 | 49 | 53% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 364 | 67 | 73% | 5.1 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 326 | 42 | 46% | 7.8 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 3 | 0 | 3 | 307 | 42 | 46% | 7.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 189 | 28 | 30% | 6.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 45 | 8 | 9% | 5.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 44 | 14 | 15% | 3.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 40 | 19 | 21% | 2.1 |
| Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff | 0 | 1 | 1 | 33 | 8 | 9% | 4.1 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 28 | 4 | 4% | 4 |
59 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
19 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
10 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
99%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
80%
8 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
72%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
71%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
63%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
68%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
58%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
65%
1 Administrator
% of Days
53%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
73%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
46%
3 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
46%
3 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
30%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
9%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
15%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
21%
1 Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff
% of Days
9%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
4%
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
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.
8.4
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
8.4
17% better than Washington averageWashington average: 10.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
18.6
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
18.6
11% better than Washington averageWashington average: 20.9
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
20.9%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
20.9%
28% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 16.4%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
13.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
13.4%
39% better than Washington averageWashington average: 21.8%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
21.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
21.4%
12% better than Washington averageWashington average: 24.3%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.1%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.1%
20% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 2.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.4%
51% better than Washington averageWashington average: 4.9%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than Washington averageWashington average: 1.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.9%
67% better than Washington averageWashington average: 5.8%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
59.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
59.6%
268% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 16.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
15.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
15.5%
7% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 14.5%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
In line with Washington averageWashington average: 96.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
7% better than Washington averageWashington average: 93.8%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.31
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.31
67% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 1.38
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.53
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.53
In line with Washington averageWashington average: 1.51
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.9%
12% better than Washington averageWashington average: 88.1%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.9%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.9%
40% better than Washington averageWashington average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.0%
16% better than Washington averageWashington average: 82.0%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
30.2%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
30.2%
52% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 19.9%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
23.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
23.6%
79% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 13.2%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.8%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.8%
In line with Washington averageWashington average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
59.4%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
59.4%
11% better than Washington averageWashington average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
64.5%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
64.5%
27% better than Washington averageWashington average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
65% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
9 days
Private pay
16% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
19% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
4 - 5 months
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
77
Medicare
12
15.6% of residents
Medicaid
40
51.9% of residents
Private pay or other
25
32.5% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
CCRC
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
77.1%
↑ 2.8pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$79.0K
↑ ~$76.4K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$2.9M
↓ ~$3.3M vs 2022
Profit Margin
-1.4%
↓ 0.2pp vs 2022
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$5.5M
Operating loss
-$79.0K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$5.5M Rank #85 / 93Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 85th out of 93 homes in Washington. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Washington SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating loss
-$79.0K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #87 / 93Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 87th out of 93 homes in Washington. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Washington average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$2.9M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #87 / 93Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 87th out of 93 homes in Washington. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Washington average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$2.7M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$5.6M
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
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2.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Port Orchard's city center to Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 5.77 miles to nearest hospital (Naval Hospital Bremerton)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont
Is Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont in a walkable area?
Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont has a walk score of 29. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the occupancy rate at Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont?
Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont's occupancy is 77.1%.
Are there photos of Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont?
Yes — there are 19 photos of Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the phone number of Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont?
(360) 876-4461 will put you in contact with the team at Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont.
Is Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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