Facility type
Skilled Nursing Facility With Dual Certified Beds (medicaid/medicare)
Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
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The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center
The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center, nestled in the vibrant city of Fort Smith, is a place that truly stands out. With their unwavering commitment to excellence in nursing home care, this haven creates a nurturing environment where residents’ well-being is always the top priority. The dedicated staff takes a patient-centered approach, ensuring that each individual receives the personalized attention they deserve. The result is a premier community that sets the standard for exceptional care.
At The Blossoms, residents have a plethora of opportunities to engage in recreational activities that bring joy and entertainment to their days. From delightful movie nights to thrilling bingo evenings and captivating musical performances, there’s always something exciting happening. And let’s not forget about the exquisite gourmet-style meals that are served daily, prepared with care and expertise. With a registered dietitian overseeing the culinary offerings, residents can savor delicious and nutritious dishes that cater to their individual needs. For those looking to stay active and fit, a spacious gym equipped with state-of-the-art equipment awaits. The Blossoms truly leaves no stone unturned when it comes to providing a comprehensive and enriching living experience.
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.
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.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
130
This home is often near full
That suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.
Occupancy rate
97.3%
Residents per day (avg)
113
Occupancy rate
97.3%
Residents per day (avg)
113
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
20% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
37% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Medicaid
43% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$12.4M
Profit
$988.6K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$12,355,287.00
Profit
$988,608.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.9M
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.
$7.5M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$11.4M
130-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 34 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
License details
County:
Sebastian
Additional licensing details
Business type:
Limited Liability Company
Certification type:
XIX/XVIII
Ownership & operating entity
The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center is legally operated by Wheeler Avenue Operating LLC, and administrated by Sanford Yarbrough.
Type Of Units
Medicaid and Medicare
130 units
Total beds
130 units
Contact Information
Fax:
479-434-4081
Inspection History
In Arkansas, the Department of Human Services, Office of Long Term Care is authorized to conduct unannounced inspections and issue official quality of care reports for all senior living providers.
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Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
10
Arkansas average 4.2
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025
Total health citations
37
Arkansas average 21.8
Citations per inspection
3.7
Arkansas average 5.32
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
20 of 37 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 17 of 37 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Arkansas averageArkansas average: 0.4
Serious Health citations
1
1
400% worse than Arkansas averageArkansas average: 0.2
0 critical citations
1 serious citation
35 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration moderate citation
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Apr 16, 2025
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Apr 16, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Apr 16, 2025
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Apr 16, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Mar 18, 2025
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Mar 18, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jan 08, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jan 08, 2025
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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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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3.5 miles from city center — 2.62 miles to nearest hospital (Sparks PremierCare)
5301 Wheeler Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72901
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
132
Employees
110
Contractors
22
Staff to resident ratio
1.20:1
25% worse than Arkansas averageArkansas average ratio: 1.61:1
Avg staff/day
50
Average shift
8.1 hours
0% compared with Arkansas averageArkansas average: 8 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
36,820
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
8
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
20
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.4 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
70
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
6.8%
2,521 contractor hours this quarter
Speech Language Pathologist: 4
Clinical Nurse Specialist: 3
Occupational Therapy Aide: 2
Physical Therapy Aide: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Licensed Practical Nurse: 2
Medical Director: 2
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 70 | 0 | 70 | 23,428 | 91 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 18 | 2 | 20 | 5,173 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1,646 | 90 | 99% | 8.5 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,494 | 83 | 91% | 7.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 4 | 4 | 957 | 65 | 71% | 7.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 3 | 5 | 827 | 74 | 81% | 8.1 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 560 | 60 | 66% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 509 | 61 | 67% | 8.3 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 501 | 63 | 69% | 7.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 355 | 57 | 63% | 6.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 260 | 43 | 47% | 5.9 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 2 | 0 | 2 | 188 | 34 | 37% | 5.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 161 | 50 | 55% | 3.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 152 | 35 | 38% | 4.4 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 2 | 2 | 51 | 23 | 25% | 2.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 47 | 3 | 3% | 15.7 |
70 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
20 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
8 Registered Nurse
% of Days
99%
6 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
91%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
71%
5 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
81%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
66%
1 Administrator
% of Days
70%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
67%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
69%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
63%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
47%
2 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
37%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
55%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
38%
2 Medical Director
% of Days
25%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
3%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
110 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
5 residents (4.5%)
Medicaid
95 residents (86.4%)
Private pay or other
10 residents (9.1%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Nurse Aide Training
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
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.
7.3
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
7.3
In line with Arkansas averageArkansas average: 7.7
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
15.7
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
15.7
17% worse than Arkansas averageArkansas average: 13.3
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
12.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
12.7%
10% worse than Arkansas averageArkansas average: 11.5%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
12.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
12.6%
6% better than Arkansas averageArkansas average: 13.4%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
21.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
21.7%
43% worse than Arkansas averageArkansas average: 15.1%
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%
27% better than Arkansas averageArkansas average: 3.9%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.4%
8% better than Arkansas averageArkansas average: 4.7%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.3%
81% better than Arkansas averageArkansas average: 1.3%
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%
19% better than Arkansas averageArkansas average: 5.0%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.9%
20% worse than Arkansas averageArkansas average: 1.5%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
26.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
26.2%
150% worse than Arkansas averageArkansas average: 10.5%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.8%
6% better than Arkansas averageArkansas average: 94.4%
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%
In line with Arkansas averageArkansas average: 96.2%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.75
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.75
11% better than Arkansas averageArkansas average: 1.97
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.71
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.71
22% better than Arkansas averageArkansas average: 2.18
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
92.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
92.0%
14% better than Arkansas averageArkansas average: 80.9%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Arkansas averageArkansas average: 1.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
92.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
92.9%
20% better than Arkansas averageArkansas average: 77.7%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
18.1%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
18.1%
28% better than Arkansas averageArkansas average: 25.2%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
8.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
8.4%
39% better than Arkansas averageArkansas average: 13.8%
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 Arkansas averageArkansas average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
69.6%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
69.6%
30% better than Arkansas averageArkansas average: 53.7%
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 The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
97.3%
↑ 1.8pp vs 2023
Net Income
$988,608
↑ ~$219K vs 2023
Total Payroll
$5,189,884
↑ ~$47K vs 2023
Profit Margin
8.0%
↑ 1.8pp vs 2023
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