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Conveniently set in the neighborhood of Joplin, MO, Joplin Gardens is a compassionate senior living community, offering excellent long-term care services. The community provides round the clock doctors and care teams on-site to make sure residents have access to the services they need to thrive and maintain their health. Snug and spacious accommodations are also offered to make sure residents have a comfortable living space for resting and relaxation.
With access to physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy, residents are bound to maintain their optimal functionality to enjoy their independence. Housekeeping and laundry services are also offered to make sure residents have less chores to worry about and more time for the things they enjoy. At Joplin Gardens, residents are empowered to enjoy a fulfilling living experience.
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.
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
33% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
33% of new residents, often for short stays.
34% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
In line with Missouri average
Joplin Gardens is legally operated by N & R OF JOPLIN, LLC, and administrated by SCHMITT.
Accept Medicaid: Yes, Accept
Total Residents: 92 Residents
Building Type: Single-story
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
Missouri average 6.6
Last Health inspection on Jan 2025
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
17 of 21 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 21 resulted from complaint investigations.
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100% better than Missouri average
Missouri average: 0.7
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100% better than Missouri average
Missouri average: 1
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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.
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
-23% 
+11% +35% Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
-71% -8% +2% Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Communities of Wildwood Ranch
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Joplin Gardens
-71%
-8%
+2%
2.3 miles from city center
2810 S Jackson Ave, Joplin, MO 64804
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Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 2 | 5.1 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 22 | 9.3 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 24 | 8.5 | No |
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 22 | 0 | 22 | 6,951 | 91 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 24 | 0 | 24 | 6,520 | 91 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 9 | 0 | 9 | 3,582 | 91 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,326 | 66 | 73% | 9 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 758 | 64 | 70% | 7.6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 510 | 70 | 77% | 6.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 497 | 58 | 64% | 8.6 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 478 | 62 | 68% | 7.7 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 469 | 63 | 69% | 7.4 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 439 | 54 | 59% | 8.1 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 330 | 37 | 41% | 7.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 296 | 61 | 67% | 4.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 121 | 29 | 32% | 4.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 119 | 43 | 47% | 2.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 107 | 29 | 32% | 3.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 2 | 0 | 2 | 86 | 16 | 18% | 5.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 48 | 6 | 7% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 23 | 5 | 5% | 4.6 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
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.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
13.1
20% worse than Missouri average
Missouri average: 10.9
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
20.4
In line with Missouri average
Missouri average: 19.5
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
26.7%
35% worse than Missouri average
Missouri average: 19.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
19.9%
In line with Missouri average
Missouri average: 20.6%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
14.5%
20% better than Missouri average
Missouri average: 18.1%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
10.5%
159% worse than Missouri average
Missouri average: 4.0%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.4%
13% better than Missouri average
Missouri average: 5.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
6.2%
127% worse than Missouri average
Missouri average: 2.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.2%
25% better than Missouri average
Missouri average: 5.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.5%
88% better than Missouri average
Missouri average: 12.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.0%
45% better than Missouri average
Missouri average: 22.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.3%
15% better than Missouri average
Missouri average: 85.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.4%
8% better than Missouri average
Missouri average: 90.9%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.86
11% better than Missouri average
Missouri average: 2.08
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.77
60% worse than Missouri average
Missouri average: 2.35
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
86.3%
30% better than Missouri average
Missouri average: 66.6%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.5%
31% better than Missouri average
Missouri average: 2.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
76.1%
20% better than Missouri average
Missouri average: 63.5%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
32.0%
26% worse than Missouri average
Missouri average: 25.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
21.0%
57% worse than Missouri average
Missouri average: 13.4%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
3.2%
310% worse than Missouri average
Missouri average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
46.6%
13% worse than Missouri average
Missouri average: 53.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
55.7%
10% better than Missouri average
Missouri average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Historical financial and operational data for Joplin Gardens based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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