Occupancy rate
94%
In line with Nevada averagePrimarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Nursing Home
Life Care Center of Las Vegas
Life Care Center of Las Vegas, conveniently situated in the vibrant city of Las Vegas, NV, is an exceptional community providing skilled nursing, long-term care, and rehabilitation services. With an expert and passionate team, the community offers round-the-clock care and support as well as top-notch services catering to the immediate needs of seniors.
Apart from top-of-the-line amenities and services, the community also specializes in wound care, diabetes management, infection management, post-surgical care, and more. Medication management, case management, and discharge planning are also available to ensure effective individualized treatment plans. Rehabilitation services such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy can be availed from a highly skilled and trained team with an outcome-oriented treatment program. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can never go wrong with Life Care Center of Las Vegas.
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.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
178
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
93.8%
Residents per day (avg)
168
Occupancy rate
93.8%
Residents per day (avg)
168
Who this home usually serves
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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
17 days
Private pay
67% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
18 days
Medicaid
15% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
7 - 8 months
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$28.1M
Profit
$1.3M
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$28,102,435.00
Profit
$1,271,227.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$10.6M
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.
$16.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$26.8M
178-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
33 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 63 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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About this community
Occupancy
In line with Nevada averageOccupied beds
167 / 178
Average residents
92 per day
License details
Facility type
Facility For Skilled Nursing
Status
Active
Issuance
February 22, 1993
Expiration
December 31, 2026
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
295052
Ownership & operating entity
Life Care Center of Las Vegas is administrated by CLARISSA DEWESE.
Type Of Units
Independent Living
0 units
Assisted Living Beds (Low Income)
Units designated for residents who qualify for low-income assistance programs.
0 units
Total beds
178 units
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Leadership
Contact:
Ms. Clarissa Dewese, Executive Director
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
Types of Care at Life Care Center of Las Vegas
Skilled Nursing
Inspection History
In Nevada, the Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance performs unannounced onsite surveys to evaluate resident safety and care quality.
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Latest inspection
Date:July 30, 2024
325 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Inspection Report Summary for Life Care Center of Las Vegas
Most inspections found deficiencies related to medication administration, care planning, infection control, and resident safety, with several complaint investigations substantiated but often without regulatory deficiencies. The facility has faced recurring issues over the years including improper medication management, incomplete or inaccurate care plans, infection control lapses, and occasional environmental and safety concerns. The most recent report from July 30, 2024, was a complaint investigation that found no deficiencies, indicating some improvement in compliance. Earlier reports, such as the November 28, 2023 annual inspection, cited multiple deficiencies including medication errors, infection control breaches, and food safety violations. Several complaint investigations over time were unsubstantiated or substantiated without deficiencies, showing a mixed pattern without severe enforcement actions or fines listed in the available reports.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
4
Nevada average 5.1
Last Health inspection on Nov 2024
Total health citations
34
Citations per inspection
8.5
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
29 of 34 citations resulted from standard inspections; 3 of 34 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 34 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Nevada averageNevada average: 0.1
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Nevada averageNevada average: 0.5
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
34 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration moderate citation
Nov 22, 2024
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Nov 22, 2024
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Nov 22, 2024
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Nov 22, 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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The information below is reported by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance.
Advanced Health Care of Las Vegas
+72%
-10%
+16%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Las Vegas
38
-
23
WALKER, JOSEPH
94.3%
$11,925,468.00
$4,061,866.00
34.1%
37.20
3.6280
11
+72%-10%+16%
Marquis Centennial Hills
-28%
-13%
-3%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Las Vegas (La Madre Foothills)
120
-
31
ATWOOD, JACOB
79.4%
$20,462,999.00
$7,606,012.00
37.2%
91.90
3.5168
29
-28%-13%-3%
Life Care Center of Las Vegas
-48%
-7%
+12%
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
Las Vegas (Twin Lakes)
178
A+
63
DEWESE, CLARISSA
90.9%
$27,281,128.00
$10,586,048.00
38.8%
168
3.7417
34
-48%-7%+12%
Sandstone Spring Valley
+15%
-24%
+15%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Las Vegas
160
-
50
-
94.0%
$37,793,868.00
$11,120,083.00
29.4%
153.70
3.0761
49
+15%-24%+15%
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Desert Canyon
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Las Vegas (Rhodes Ranch)
-
-
33
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Advanced Health Care of Las Vegas
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Las Vegas
Bed Count:
38
Operator:
WALKER, JOSEPH
CCN:
295090
Occupancy:
94.3%
Home Revenue:
$11,925,468.00
Payroll Costs:
$4,061,866.00
Payroll %:
34.1%
Avg Residents/Day:
37.20
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.6280
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
11
RN share vs State Avg:
+72%
+72%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-10%
-10%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+16%
+16%
Marquis Centennial Hills
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Las Vegas (La Madre Foothills)
Bed Count:
120
Operator:
ATWOOD, JACOB
CCN:
295089
Occupancy:
79.4%
Home Revenue:
$20,462,999.00
Payroll Costs:
$7,606,012.00
Payroll %:
37.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
91.90
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.5168
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
29
RN share vs State Avg:
-28%
-28%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-13%
-13%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-3%
-3%
Life Care Center of Las Vegas
Type of care:
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Community:
Las Vegas (Twin Lakes)
Bed Count:
178
Operator:
DEWESE, CLARISSA
CCN:
295052
Occupancy:
90.9%
Home Revenue:
$27,281,128.00
Payroll Costs:
$10,586,048.00
Payroll %:
38.8%
Avg Residents/Day:
168
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.7417
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
34
RN share vs State Avg:
-48%
-48%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-7%
-7%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+12%
+12%
Sandstone Spring Valley
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Las Vegas
Bed Count:
160
CCN:
295095
Occupancy:
94.0%
Home Revenue:
$37,793,868.00
Payroll Costs:
$11,120,083.00
Payroll %:
29.4%
Avg Residents/Day:
153.70
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.0761
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
49
RN share vs State Avg:
+15%
+15%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-24%
-24%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+15%
+15%
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
163
Total Staff
159
Employees
4
Contractors
60,604
Total Hours (Quarter)
70
Avg Staff/Day
9.5
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 10.7 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 36 | 9.6 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 78 | 10.1 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
132 staff
9.9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
4 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
14 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
3 staff
8.6hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
6 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
3 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.6%
of total hours from contractors
349 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Other Physician: 2
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 78 | 0 | 78 | 27,794 | 91 | 100% | 10.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 36 | 0 | 36 | 15,562 | 91 | 100% | 9.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 4,843 | 91 | 100% | 10.7 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,264 | 71 | 78% | 8.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,696 | 88 | 97% | 7.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,438 | 64 | 70% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,061 | 79 | 87% | 7.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 937 | 65 | 71% | 7.2 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 876 | 60 | 66% | 8.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 776 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Other Social Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 678 | 67 | 74% | 10.1 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 487 | 63 | 69% | 7.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 484 | 61 | 67% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 452 | 57 | 63% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 390 | 57 | 63% | 6.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 214 | 27 | 30% | 7.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 78 | 7 | 8% | 11.1 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 57 | 4 | 4% | 9.5 |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
153 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
5 residents (3.3%)
Medicaid
123 residents (80.4%)
Private pay or other
25 residents (16.3%)
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.
6.3
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
6.3
35% better than Nevada averageNevada average: 9.7
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
10.1
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
10.1
42% better than Nevada averageNevada average: 17.5
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
4.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
4.6%
70% better than Nevada averageNevada average: 15.6%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
6.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
6.4%
69% better than Nevada averageNevada average: 20.8%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
19.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
19.4%
15% worse than Nevada averageNevada average: 16.9%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.9%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.9%
16% worse than Nevada averageNevada average: 2.5%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.4%
16% worse than Nevada averageNevada average: 5.5%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.0%
30% better than Nevada averageNevada average: 1.4%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
11.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
11.1%
105% worse than Nevada averageNevada average: 5.4%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.2%
95% better than Nevada averageNevada average: 4.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
35.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
35.7%
153% worse than Nevada averageNevada average: 14.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
77.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
77.3%
15% worse than Nevada averageNevada average: 91.0%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
85.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
85.3%
5% worse than Nevada averageNevada average: 89.6%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.55
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.55
40% worse than Nevada averageNevada average: 1.82
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.20
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.20
20% better than Nevada averageNevada average: 1.50
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
86.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
86.8%
In line with Nevada averageNevada average: 83.9%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.8%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.8%
63% better than Nevada averageNevada average: 2.0%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
83.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
83.6%
In line with Nevada averageNevada average: 80.7%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
18.5%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
18.5%
21% better than Nevada averageNevada average: 23.4%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.7%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.7%
9% worse than Nevada averageNevada average: 9.8%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Nevada averageNevada average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
62.3%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
62.3%
16% better than Nevada averageNevada average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
38.9%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
38.9%
23% worse than Nevada averageNevada average: 50.6%
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 Life Care Center of Las Vegas based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
90.9%
↑ 3.6pp vs 2022
Net Income
$1,271,227
↓ ~$190K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$12,339,330
↑ ~$610K vs 2022
Profit Margin
4.7%
↓ 1.0pp vs 2022
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