Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

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River Bend Nursing and Rehabilitation is a 113-bed skilled nursing facility on Stocker Drive in Evansville, Indiana. Run by Adams County Memorial Hospital and managed by administrator Eric Ross, the building has a 58 percent occupancy rate. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay options. Residents stay an average of 131 days, a timeframe that includes both short-term rehabilitation patients and long-term care residents.
The daily care model provides residents with an average of 3 hours and 19 minutes of direct nursing care. This time includes 41 minutes from registered nurses, 36 minutes from licensed practical nurses, and 2 hours and 9 minutes from nurse aides. The facility provides respite care and post-hospital rehab, and the building layout features private suites, family visit rooms, common sitting areas, and outdoor spaces.
The car-dependent Evansville neighborhood means visitors and residents will need a vehicle to handle errands or travel around the local area. Families can reach out to the administrative staff to ask about insurance coverage details, verify open beds, review the on-site respite care and post-hospital rehab programs, or schedule a tour of the facility’s private suites and outdoor spaces.
River Bend Nursing and Rehabilitation is legally operated by Adams County Memorial Hospital, and administrated by Eric Ross.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IN Average | vs. IN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 81 | 36 | This facility has 125% more total deficiencies than a typical Indiana nursing home (81 vs. IN avg 36).↑ 125% worse Rank #309 / 386 Total deficiencies — State benchmarked This home is ranked 309th out of 386 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's deficiencies compared to the Indiana average among 386 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
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Deficiencies per year
| 20.3 | 9 | This facility has 126% more deficiencies per year than a typical Indiana nursing home (20.3 vs. IN avg 9).↑ 126% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 3.1 | 1.9 | This facility has 63% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Indiana nursing home (3.1 vs. IN avg 1.9).↑ 63% worse Rank #276 / 386 Deficiencies per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 276th out of 386 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's deficiencies per inspection compared to the Indiana average among 386 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
Inspections
| This Facility | IN Average | vs. IN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total visits
| 26 | 19 | This facility has 37% more total visits than a typical Indiana nursing home (26 vs. IN avg 19).↑ 37% worse |
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Inspections with deficiencies
| 11 | 7 | This facility has 57% more inspections with deficiencies than a typical Indiana nursing home (11 vs. IN avg 7).↑ 57% worse |
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Inspection deficiency rate
| 42% | 37% | This facility has 5 percentage points higher inspection deficiency rate than a typical Indiana nursing home (42% vs. IN avg 37%).↑ 5% worse |
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Inspections
| 20 | 13 | This facility has 54% more inspections than a typical Indiana nursing home (20 vs. IN avg 13).↑ 54% worse |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | IN Average | vs. IN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total complaints
| 9 | 5 | This facility has 80% more total complaints than a typical Indiana nursing home (9 vs. IN avg 5).↑ 80% worse Rank #314 / 352 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 314th out of 352 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's total complaints compared to the Indiana average among 352 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
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Complaints per year
| 2.3 | 1.3 | This facility has 77% more complaints per year than a typical Indiana nursing home (2.3 vs. IN avg 1.3).↑ 77% worse |
Indiana average 6
Last Health inspection on Nov 2024
Indiana average 25
Indiana average 4.12
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
41 of 47 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 6 of 47 resulted from complaint investigations.
Indiana average: 0.2
Indiana average: 0.6
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
2,539 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 49 | 31 | 80 | 10,173 | 92 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 11 | 3 | 14 | 3,451 | 92 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 7 | 3 | 10 | 2,281 | 92 | 100% | 8.7 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 12 | 5 | 17 | 2,213 | 92 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 1 | 5 | 1,228 | 72 | 78% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 914 | 68 | 74% | 7.3 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 585 | 70 | 76% | 8.4 |
| Administrator | 1 | 1 | 2 | 551 | 70 | 76% | 7.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 8 | 0 | 8 | 538 | 79 | 86% | 5.1 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 64% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 459 | 57 | 62% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 3 | 2 | 5 | 451 | 54 | 59% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 395 | 62 | 67% | 6.4 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 392 | 61 | 66% | 6.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 60 | 20 | 22% | 3 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 55 | 7 | 8% | 7.9 |
| Respiratory Therapist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 17 | 4 | 4% | 4.2 |
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
65% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
8% of new residents, often for short stays.
27% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for River Bend Nursing and Rehabilitation based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
7.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Evansville's city center to River Bend Nursing and Rehabilitation's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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River Bend Nursing and Rehabilitation is located in EVANSVILLE, Indiana.
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The information below is reported by the Indiana Department of Health, Division of Long Term Care.
| North River Health Campus |
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).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Evansville (East Baseline Road) | 95
Facility
95
IN AVG
116
Rank
#269 / 437 |
50.5%
Facility
50.5%
IN AVG
69.4%
Rank
#344 / 433 | -27% | 3.66
Facility
3.66
IN AVG
3.44
Rank
#70 / 287 | +63% | +7% | $0
Facility
$0
IN AVG
$31.4k
Rank
#225 / 289 | 91
Facility
91
IN AVG
83
Rank
#71 / 384 | 10
Facility
10
IN AVG
25.0
Rank
#41 / 288 | 3.3
Facility
3.3
IN AVG
4.1
Rank
#107 / 288 | - | 53 | A+ |
11
Facility
11
IN AVG
37
Rank
#456 / 587 | Thomas Cook | $12.0M
Facility
$12.0M
IN AVG
$10.7M
Rank
#132 / 290 | $6.4M
Facility
$6.4M
IN AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#98 / 290 | 53.4%
Facility
53.4%
IN AVG
42%
Rank
#98 / 290 | 155854 | ||||
| River Pointe Health Campus |
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).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Evansville (Galaxy Drive) | 124
Facility
124
IN AVG
116
Rank
#157 / 437 |
46.8%
Facility
46.8%
IN AVG
69.4%
Rank
#369 / 433 | -33% | 4.28
Facility
4.28
IN AVG
3.44
Rank
#33 / 287 | -8% | +24% | $0
Facility
$0
IN AVG
$31.4k
Rank
#1 / 289 | 75
Facility
75
IN AVG
83
Rank
#256 / 384 | 19
Facility
19
IN AVG
25.0
Rank
#117 / 288 | 3.8
Facility
3.8
IN AVG
4.1
Rank
#135 / 288 | 1 | 57 | A+ |
52
Facility
52
IN AVG
37
Rank
#199 / 587 | Randall Thompson | $13.2M
Facility
$13.2M
IN AVG
$10.7M
Rank
#106 / 290 | $6.7M
Facility
$6.7M
IN AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#89 / 290 | 50.8%
Facility
50.8%
IN AVG
42%
Rank
#124 / 290 | 155723 | ||||
| West River Health Campus |
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).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Evansville (Westside) | 131
Facility
131
IN AVG
116
Rank
#138 / 437 |
74.0%
Facility
74.0%
IN AVG
69.4%
Rank
#153 / 433 | +7% | 4.56
Facility
4.56
IN AVG
3.44
Rank
#27 / 287 | -1% | +33% | $18.7k
Facility
$18.7k
IN AVG
$31.4k
Rank
#259 / 289 | 73
Facility
73
IN AVG
83
Rank
#284 / 384 | 17
Facility
17
IN AVG
25.0
Rank
#104 / 288 | 2.1
Facility
2.1
IN AVG
4.1
Rank
#33 / 288 | 2 | 97 | A+ |
2
Facility
2
IN AVG
37
Rank
#546 / 587 | Carla Baker | $11.1M
Facility
$11.1M
IN AVG
$10.7M
Rank
#149 / 290 | $5.9M
Facility
$5.9M
IN AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#121 / 290 | 53%
Facility
53%
IN AVG
42%
Rank
#103 / 290 | 155785 | ||||
| Heritage Center |
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).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Evansville | 172
Facility
172
IN AVG
116
Rank
#53 / 437 |
75.0%
Facility
75.0%
IN AVG
69.4%
Rank
#145 / 433 | +8% | 3.76
Facility
3.76
IN AVG
3.44
Rank
#61 / 287 | +19% | +9% | $0
Facility
$0
IN AVG
$31.4k
Rank
#1 / 289 | 84
Facility
84
IN AVG
83
Rank
#140 / 384 | 29
Facility
29
IN AVG
25.0
Rank
#186 / 288 | 7.3
Facility
7.3
IN AVG
4.1
Rank
#270 / 288 | 2 | 134 | A+ |
25
Facility
25
IN AVG
37
Rank
#359 / 587 | Pulaski Memorial Hospital | $13.8M
Facility
$13.8M
IN AVG
$10.7M
Rank
#101 / 290 | $8.4M
Facility
$8.4M
IN AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#40 / 290 | 60.7%
Facility
60.7%
IN AVG
42%
Rank
#53 / 290 | 155104 | ||||
| River Bend Nursing and Rehabilitation |
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).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Evansville (220) | 113
Facility
113
IN AVG
116
Rank
#199 / 437 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
IN AVG
69.4%
Rank
#338 / 433 | +44% | 3.32
Facility
3.32
IN AVG
3.44
Rank
#151 / 287 | -34% | -3% | $0
Facility
$0
IN AVG
$31.4k
Rank
#1 / 289 | 69
Facility
69
IN AVG
83
Rank
#341 / 384 | 47
Facility
47
IN AVG
25.0
Rank
#253 / 288 | 5.2
Facility
5.2
IN AVG
4.1
Rank
#211 / 288 | 1 | 115 | - |
1
Facility
1
IN AVG
37
Rank
#553 / 587 | Adams County Memorial Hospital | $10.2M
Facility
$10.2M
IN AVG
$10.7M
Rank
#168 / 290 | $4.8M
Facility
$4.8M
IN AVG
$4.2M
Rank
#171 / 290 | 47.7%
Facility
47.7%
IN AVG
42%
Rank
#163 / 290 | 155621 |
River Bend Nursing and Rehabilitation is in the 220 neighborhood of EVANSVILLE.
Carolyn Davis-Lynn is the Director of Nursing at River Bend Nursing and Rehabilitation.
The legal owner and operator of River Bend Nursing and Rehabilitation is Adams County Memorial Hospital.
River Bend Nursing and Rehabilitation has a walk score of 1. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to IN state health department records, River Bend Nursing and Rehabilitation's license number is 24-000442-1.
According to IN state health department records, River Bend Nursing and Rehabilitation's license expires on August 31, 2025.
River Bend Nursing and Rehabilitation's occupancy is 58%.
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