Inspection Reports for The Waters of Fort Wayne Skilled Nursing Facility
5544 E STATE BLVD, FORT WAYNE, IN, 46815
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The most recent inspection on April 16, 2025, found no deficiencies related to the complaint investigated. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily related to emergency preparedness and life safety code compliance, including issues with sprinkler system maintenance and emergency power testing, as well as resident care concerns such as fall prevention, medication monitoring, and trauma-informed care. Complaint investigations generally resulted in no deficiencies, though some substantiated complaints led to citations for verbal abuse and inadequate dementia care interventions. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s record shows some improvement in correcting previously cited deficiencies, particularly in emergency preparedness and complaint-related issues.
Deficiencies (last 4 years)
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
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Census
Based on a April 2025 inspection.
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Re-Inspection| Name | Title | Context |
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| Cindy S. Lawson | Administrator | Named in exit conference and plan of correction verification |
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Life Safety| Name | Title | Context |
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| Cindy S. Lawson | Administrator | Named in exit conference and plan of correction verification |
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Annual Inspection| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Cindy Lawson | Administrator | Signed the report |
| Nurse Practitioner 9 | Nurse Practitioner | Named in findings related to failure to address weight gain and monitoring |
| Director of Nursing | Director of Nursing | Interviewed regarding weight monitoring and antipsychotic medication monitoring; involved in corrective actions |
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Complaint Investigation| Name | Title | Context |
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| Director of Nursing | Interviewed regarding Resident B's falls and care plan | |
| Rehabilitation Director | Interviewed regarding Resident B's therapy and condition post-falls | |
| Registered Nurse 5 | Interviewed about fall assessment and documentation procedures | |
| Social Service Director | Conducted psycho-social follow-up for Resident C and in-serviced staff on PTSD | |
| Administrator | Interviewed regarding trauma-informed care and facility policies | |
| Regional Nurse Consultant | Interviewed regarding trauma-informed care and Resident C's care plan | |
| CNA 3 | Interviewed about care provided to Resident C and issues with respecting modesty |
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Complaint Investigation| Name | Title | Context |
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| CNA 2 | Certified Nursing Assistant | Terminated following investigation for verbally abusing Resident B |
| CNA 4 | Certified Nursing Assistant | Terminated following investigation for verbally abusing Resident B |
| Cindy S. Lawson | Administrator | Provided interview and signed report |
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Complaint Investigation| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Cindy S. Lawson | Administrator | Signed the report and involved in facility oversight |
| LPN 3 | Licensed Practical Nurse, MCU Director | Newly designated MCU Director responsible for activities on the memory care unit |
| LPN 9 | Licensed Practical Nurse | Interviewed regarding Resident B's behaviors and interventions |
| CNA 5 | Certified Nurse Aide | Observed assisting Resident B and interviewed about care and behaviors |
| CNA 8 | Certified Nurse Aide | Interviewed about Resident C's condition and behaviors |
| CNA 12 | Certified Nurse Aide | Interviewed about activity staff and Resident B's behaviors |
| RN 8 | Registered Nurse | Provided assessment information on Resident B |
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Annual Inspection| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Natalie Smith | HFA/RDO | Signed as Laboratory Director's or Provider/Supplier Representative. |
| RN 6 | Interviewed regarding reliance on shift change report and medical records for resident care. | |
| Director of Nursing | DON | Interviewed regarding code status orders and care plan updates. |
| Administrator | Provided documentation and interviews regarding resident code status and care plans. | |
| Cook 2 | Interviewed and observed regarding kitchen sanitation and cleaning practices. | |
| Regional Operation Manager | Interviewed regarding kitchen cleaning schedules and policies. |
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Complaint Investigation| Name | Title | Context |
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| Amanda Duggan | Administrator | Named in relation to the plan of correction and interview regarding fall alarm use |
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Annual Inspection| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Amanda Duggan | HFA | Signed Plan of Correction request |
| RN 4 | Interviewed regarding code status for residents 50, 7, and 27 | |
| Director of Nursing | DON | Provided policies, interviews, and information regarding transfer documentation and psychotropic medication monitoring |
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