Occupancy rate
78%
14% higher than Indiana averageIndiana average: 68%
Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Hickory Creek at Peru
Nursing Home in Indiana
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Hickory Creek at Peru
Nursing Home in Indiana
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Hickory Creek At Peru is a nursing home located in Peru, Indiana. It offers various services including nursing care and accepts Medicaid. The facility has a total of 36 certified beds.
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 261st out of 275 homes in Indiana.
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 261st out of 275 homes in Indiana.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.
2h 33m per day
vs Indiana avg
-28%
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
36
Avg. Length of Stay
206 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care
Ongoing support needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
8% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
6 - 7 months
Private pay
36% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
3 - 4 months
Medicaid
56% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 years
Finances and operations
Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$3.1M
Surplus of revenue
$537.8K
Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$3.1M
Surplus of revenue
$537.8K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$1.5M
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.
$1.0M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$2.5M
36-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
2 years in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
About this community
Occupancy
14% higher than Indiana averageOccupied beds
28 / 36
Average residents
70 per day
Facility TypeNursing Home (skilled Nursing Facility)
IssuanceJanuary 8, 2024
ExpirationJuly 31, 2025
License Number24-000475-1
CMS Certification Number155406
Hickory Creek at Peru is legally operated by Henry County Memorial Hospital, and administrated by Brenda Shepherd.
Profit StatusOTHER
SNF/NF (Combined)
36 units
Total beds
36 units
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Medical DirectorEamonn Keane
Director of NursingDANIELLE PARKER
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare
Fax(765) 473-3196
Starting Price$162 per month
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicaid Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
Inspection History
In Indiana, the Department of Health, Division of Long Term Care is the primary regulatory body that performs onsite inspections and quality of care reviews for all licensed facilities.
Inspection Overview
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
16 total visits · Indiana avg: 19
Ranked 157th of 388 in Indiana
4
Inspections
Indiana avg: 13
69% below Indiana avg
7
Visits with Citations
Indiana avg: 7
0% below Indiana avg
32
Citations Total
Indiana avg: 34
6% below Indiana avg Ranked 221st of 385
9
Visits without Citations
Indiana avg: 12
25% below Indiana avg
Show Inspection Reports
1 complaint
Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.
Indiana average: 5 complaints
Latest inspection
Date
December 31, 2024
Complaint Investigation32 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Indiana average: 34 citations
28 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Indiana average: 36 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Hickory Creek at Peru
The most recent inspection on December 31, 2024, found no deficiencies related to the complaint investigated. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily involving Life Safety Code compliance, including issues with sprinkler system maintenance and oxygen storage security, as well as care plan development, medication management, infection control, and food safety. Complaint investigations were generally substantiated but did not result in cited deficiencies. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s record shows some improvement in Life Safety Code compliance over time, although care and safety-related issues appeared intermittently in prior surveys.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
3
Indiana average 6
Last Health inspection on Sep 2024
Total health citations
16
Indiana average 25
Citations per inspection
5.33
Indiana average 4.12
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 16 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 0.2
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 0.6
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
16 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Sep 30, 2024
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Sep 30, 2024
Corrected
Nursing Services moderate citation
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
Sep 30, 2024
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
Sep 30, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Sep 30, 2024
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Sep 30, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Sep 30, 2024
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Sep 30, 2024
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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NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
44
Employees
38
Contractors
6
Staff to resident ratio
1.42:1
1419255% better than Indiana averageIndiana average ratio: 0.00:1
Avg staff/day
15
Average shift
7.1 hours
8% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 7.7 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
9,683
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
3
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.6 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
5
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.9 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
10
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.9 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
0.3%
27 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 5
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 10 | 0 | 10 | 3,155 | 91 | 100% | 6.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2,129 | 91 | 100% | 9.9 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,385 | 90 | 99% | 9.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 517 | 60 | 66% | 7.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 492 | 62 | 68% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 426 | 67 | 74% | 4.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 3 | 0 | 3 | 143 | 15 | 16% | 9.6 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 129 | 20 | 22% | 6.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 126 | 55 | 60% | 2.3 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 68 | 40 | 44% | 1.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 25 | 21 | 23% | 1.2 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 25 | 4 | 4% | 6.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 20 | 6 | 7% | 3.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 17 | 10 | 11% | 1.7 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 12 | 13% | 1.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 5 | 5 | 12 | 15 | 16% | 0.8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1% | 1.3 |
10 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
5 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
4 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
99%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
66%
1 Administrator
% of Days
70%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
68%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
67%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
74%
3 Registered Nurse
% of Days
16%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
22%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
60%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
44%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
23%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
4%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
7%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
11%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
13%
5 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
16%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
1%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
31
Medicare
1
3.2% of residents
Medicaid
25
80.6% of residents
Private pay or other
5
16.1% of residents
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.
6.5
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
6.5
19% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 8.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
9.4
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
9.4
45% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 17.1
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
7.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
7.6%
37% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 12.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
10.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
10.1%
30% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 14.4%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
10.5%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
10.5%
57% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 24.6%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.3%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.3%
63% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 3.9%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.3%
In line with Indiana averageIndiana average: 4.4%
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 Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.2%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.1%
28% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 5.7%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
62.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
62.9%
161% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 24.1%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.0%
20% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 12.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.1%
6% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 93.7%
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 Indiana averageIndiana average: 95.4%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
91.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
91.7%
12% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 81.7%
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 Hickory Creek at Peru based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
81.5%
↓ 5.8pp vs 2022
Net Income
$537.8K
↑ ~$365.2K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$1.8M
↓ ~$328.4K vs 2022
Profit Margin
17.7%
↑ 11.6pp vs 2022
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