Total health inspections
6
State average N/A
Last Health inspection on Sep 2025
Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Assisted Living Home
Bayou Chateau Nursing Center
Receive exceptional care from Bayou Chateau Nursing Center, a dedicated community in Simmesport, LA, offering skilled nursing, memory care, and short-term rehabilitation. A compassionate and well-trained team provides top-notch care tailored to older adults’ needs 24/7, ensuring their comfort and safety. Medicare and Medicaid are also accepted to ease financial burdens.
To improve residents’ cognition and living experiences, a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and stimulating programs is conducted based on their interests and capabilities. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community’s dedicated services and top-notch amenities create the ideal setting for residents to thrive in their golden years.
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.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
104
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
46.5%
Residents per day (avg)
48
Occupancy rate
46.5%
Residents per day (avg)
48
Who this home usually serves
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TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care
Ongoing support needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
17% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
7 - 8 months
Private pay
58% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
5 - 6 months
Medicaid
25% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
4 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$4.1M
Operating loss
-$11.1K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$4,114,911.00
Operating loss
$-11,123.00
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.
$1.7M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$4.1M
What does this home offer?
Accept Medicaid: Yes
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
On-site Medical Care and Health Services
Types of Care at Bayou Chateau Nursing Center
Nursing Home
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
14
Citations per inspection
2.33
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
11 of 14 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 3 of 14 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
In line with State averageState average: N/A
Serious Health citations
0
0
In line with State averageState average: N/A
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
14 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Sep 17, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Sep 17, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Sep 17, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Sep 17, 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.
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1.9 miles from city center
16232 LA-1, Simmesport, LA 71369
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
63
Total Staff
50
Employees
13
Contractors
20,672
Total Hours (Quarter)
28
Avg Staff/Day
8.1
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 4 | 7.5 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 10 | 9.1 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 33 | 8.5 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
49 staff
8.6hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
1 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
9 staff
5.2hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
3 staff
4.2hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
7.6%
of total hours from contractors
1,579 contractor hours this quarter
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Speech Language Pathologist: 3
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Administrator: 1
Qualified Social Worker: 3
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 33 | 0 | 33 | 11,791 | 91 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 10 | 0 | 10 | 4,743 | 91 | 100% | 9.1 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,039 | 69 | 76% | 8.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 4 | 0 | 4 | 914 | 80 | 88% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 606 | 79 | 87% | 7.7 |
| Administrator | 0 | 1 | 1 | 518 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 298 | 55 | 60% | 5.3 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 245 | 47 | 52% | 5.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 187 | 42 | 46% | 4.2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 129 | 20 | 22% | 6.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 118 | 25 | 27% | 4.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 49 | 14 | 15% | 3.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 35 | 6 | 7% | 5.9 |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
52 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
2 residents (3.8%)
Medicaid
37 residents (71.2%)
Private pay or other
13 residents (25%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
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.
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.
16.1
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
16.1
37% worse than State averageState average: 11.7
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
20.8
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
20.8
In line with State averageState average: 20.4
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
23.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
23.1%
12% worse than State averageState average: 20.5%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
27.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
27.4%
16% worse than State averageState average: 23.5%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
11.9%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
11.9%
30% better than State averageState average: 17.1%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.4%
28% worse than State averageState average: 3.5%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
9.1%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
9.1%
43% worse than State averageState average: 6.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.0%
47% worse than State averageState average: 2.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
16.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
16.6%
222% worse than State averageState average: 5.1%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than State averageState average: 1.6%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
35.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
35.6%
74% worse than State averageState average: 20.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.6%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.6%
In line with State averageState average: 91.5%
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%
5% better than State averageState average: 94.9%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
82.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
82.5%
In line with State averageState average: 82.5%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
6.9%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
6.9%
123% worse than State averageState average: 3.1%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Bayou Chateau Nursing Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
46.5%
↑ 1.0pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$11,123
↓ ~$127K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$2,809,989
↑ ~$226K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-0.3%
↓ 3.0pp vs 2022
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