Occupancy rate
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In line with Oregon averageMostly short-term rehab stays
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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.
Pioneer Nursing Home
Nursing Home in Oregon
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.
Pioneer Nursing Home
Pioneer Nursing Home offers Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, and Assisted Living services to rural Eastern Oregon communities. It is located at 1060 D Street West in Vale, Oregon. The facility aims to provide quality care to its residents.
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.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
33
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
51.7%
Residents per day (avg)
17
Occupancy rate
51.7%
Residents per day (avg)
17
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
96% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
22 days
Private pay
1% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Medicaid
3% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
3 - 4 years
Finances and operations
Governmental community
Operated by city and county authorities.
Home revenue
$6.7M
Surplus of revenue
$383.9K
Governmental community
Operated by city and county authorities.
Home revenue
$6.7M
Surplus of revenue
$383.9K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.0M
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.
$3.3M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$6.4M
33-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
32 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Oregon averageOccupied beds
17 / 33
Average residents
55 per day
Facility TypeSnf/nf Dual Cert
StatusActive
IssuanceOctober 27, 1993
CountyMalheur
License Number385273
CMS Certification Number385273
Pioneer Nursing Home is administrated by Corey Crismon.
Owner NamePioneer Nursing Home Health District
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Rehabilitation
Email
[email protected]
Fax(541) 473-2842
Specific ProgramsSkilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Assisted Living
Inspection History
In Oregon, the Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities performs unannounced surveys and regular inspections to ensure resident safety in all care settings.
7 visits/inspections
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.
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Latest inspection
Date
January 30, 2025
11 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Oregon average: 27 citations
23 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Oregon average: 31 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Pioneer Nursing Home
The most recent inspection on January 30, 2025, found no deficiencies during the re-licensure and state licensure survey. Earlier inspections showed multiple deficiencies related to nursing care standards, medication management, accident prevention, and administrative processes, including an immediate jeopardy finding in December 2023 that was resolved after corrective actions. Prior reports also noted issues with discharge planning, dialysis monitoring, and COVID-19 reporting, but enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. Complaint investigations were not substantiated in the available data. The inspection history suggests improvement over time, culminating in a clean most recent survey.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
2
Oregon average 5.1
Last Health inspection on Dec 2023
Total health citations
8
Oregon average 34
Citations per inspection
4
Oregon average 6.86
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
4 of 8 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 8 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
2
2
300% worse than Oregon averageOregon average: 0.5
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Oregon averageOregon average: 1.2
2 critical citations
0 serious citations
6 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration moderate citation
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Dec 10, 2023
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Dec 10, 2023
Corrected
Nursing Services moderate citation
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
Dec 10, 2023
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
Dec 10, 2023
Corrected
Quality of Care critical citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Dec 10, 2023
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Dec 10, 2023
Corrected
Care Planning critical citation
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Dec 10, 2023
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Dec 10, 2023
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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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
54
Employees
47
Contractors
7
Staff to resident ratio
3.38:1
15% better than Oregon averageOregon average ratio: 2.92:1
Avg staff/day
19
Average shift
7 hours
10% worse than Oregon averageOregon average: 7.8 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
12,120
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
11
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 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 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
24
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.1 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.1 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
9.4%
1,139 contractor hours this quarter
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Nurse Practitioner: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 24 | 0 | 24 | 5,772 | 91 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,514 | 88 | 97% | 9 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 1,304 | 90 | 99% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 525 | 63 | 69% | 8.3 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 1 | 2 | 508 | 65 | 71% | 5.5 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 474 | 66 | 73% | 7.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 437 | 58 | 64% | 7.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 413 | 55 | 60% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 376 | 65 | 71% | 5.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 358 | 65 | 71% | 5.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 306 | 63 | 69% | 4.6 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 2 | 0 | 2 | 89 | 16 | 18% | 5.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 23 | 3 | 3% | 7.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 23 | 3 | 3% | 7.5 |
24 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
5 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
97%
11 Registered Nurse
% of Days
99%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
69%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
71%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
73%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
64%
1 Administrator
% of Days
60%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
71%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
71%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
69%
2 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
18%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
3%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
3%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
16
Medicare
6
37.5% of residents
Medicaid
8
50% of residents
Private pay or other
2
12.5% 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.
7.7
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
7.7
27% better than Oregon averageOregon average: 10.5
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
27.9
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
27.9
33% worse than Oregon averageOregon average: 21.1
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
15.2%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
15.2%
7% better than Oregon averageOregon average: 16.3%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
40.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
40.7%
80% worse than Oregon averageOregon average: 22.6%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.0%
100% better than Oregon averageOregon average: 2.4%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
15.5%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
15.5%
123% worse than Oregon averageOregon average: 6.9%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.9%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.9%
39% worse than Oregon averageOregon average: 2.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
0.0%
100% better than Oregon averageOregon average: 5.3%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
10.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
10.0%
117% worse than Oregon averageOregon average: 4.6%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
21.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
21.1%
59% worse than Oregon averageOregon average: 13.2%
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 Oregon averageOregon average: 95.7%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
16% better than Oregon averageOregon average: 86.2%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.4%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.4%
33% worse than Oregon averageOregon average: 1.8%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.7%
18% better than Oregon averageOregon average: 81.2%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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 (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$115K
91% higher than Oregon averageOregon average: $60K
Number of fines
1
41% fewer fines than Oregon averageOregon average: 1.7
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Oregon averageOregon average: 0.1
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$115K
Oregon average
$60K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Oct 19, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Oct 19, 2023
$115K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Pioneer Nursing Home based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
51.7%
↑ 3.0pp vs 2023
Net Income
$383.9K
↑ ~$1.7M vs 2023
Total Payroll
$4.1M
↓ ~$252.3K vs 2023
Profit Margin
6.6%
↑ 31.7pp vs 2023
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