The Waters of Rockport Skilled Nursing Facility

Nursing Home in Indiana

CMS overall rating Info 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 Waters of Rockport Skilled Nursing Facility

Nursing Home in Indiana

CMS overall rating Info 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.

Overview of The Waters of Rockport Skilled Nursing Facility

The Waters of Rockport Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation is dedicated to providing exceptional care. It offers a range of services including short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The facility promotes independence and emotional well-being for its residents.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
1/5 ▼ 2.0 Indiana average: 3.0/5
Health Inspection Info 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.
1/5 ▼ 1.7 Indiana average: 2.7/5
Staffing Info 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.
3/5 ▲ 0.5 Indiana average: 2.6/5
Quality Measures Info 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.
4/5 ■ Avg Indiana average: 4.1/5

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Indiana state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 217th out of 275 homes in Indiana.

Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
2h 55m per day
This facility Indiana avg (3h 32m per day)
vs Indiana avg
-17%

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 60
Avg. Length of Stay
107 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

21% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Private pay

58% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

21% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 8 - 9 months

Finances and operations

Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$4.7M
Surplus of revenue
$35.8K
Governmental community Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$4.7M
Surplus of revenue
$35.8K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$1.8M
39.3% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$2.8M
Total costs $4.7M
Bed community size
60-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
53%
22% lower than Indiana average

Indiana average: 68%

Occupied beds
32 / 60
Average residents 70 per day

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home (skilled Nursing Facility)
IssuanceJanuary 3, 2025
ExpirationFebruary 28, 2026
License Number25-000174-1
CMS Certification Number155274

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Waters of Rockport Skilled Nursing Facility is legally operated by Johnson Memorial Hospital, and administrated by Natalie Walker.

Profit StatusOTHER

Type Of Units

SNF (Skilled Nursing)
4 units
SNF/NF (Combined)
56 units
Total beds
60 units

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Medical DirectorRuston Stoltz

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax(812) 649-9332

Amenities & Lifestyle

12 amenities
24-Hour Skilled Nursing
Therapies (Physical
Occupational & Speech)
Restorative Therapy
Early To Late-Stage Dementia Care
On-Site Psychiatric And Psychological Services
Ongoing Dementia And Behavioral Education
Beauty/Barber Shop
Onsite Podiatry
Dental
Audiology Services
Secure Patio
Specific ProgramsLiving Well, In Motion, Respite Care, Services
Operating Hours24 hours - 7 days a week

Pricing & Financial Information

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDelicious menus are designed around a balanced diet featuring a variety of choices under the direction of a registered dietitian. Mealtime assistance is available according to resident need.
Meals IncludedYes

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Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

Medicaid Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicaid Medicare

Inspection History

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.

Inspection Overview Info 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.

24 total visits · Indiana avg: 19

Ranked 268th of 388 in Indiana

14 Inspections Indiana avg: 13 8% above Indiana avg
12 Visits with Citations Indiana avg: 7 71% above Indiana avg
67 Citations Total Indiana avg: 34 97% above Indiana avg Ranked 340th of 385
12 Visits without Citations Indiana avg: 12 0% below Indiana avg

6 complaints

Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.

Indiana average: 5 complaints

Latest inspection

Date June 27, 2025
Re Inspection

67 total citations

Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Indiana average: 34 citations

66 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Indiana average: 36 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for The Waters of Rockport Skilled Nursing Facility

The most recent inspection on June 27, 2025, identified a deficiency related to bedroom size requirements, with a continuing waiver approved for this issue. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies in resident care, medication management, and life safety code compliance, including issues with emergency preparedness, staffing documentation, and food temperature. Several complaint investigations were substantiated, notably involving pressure ulcer prevention, medication delivery failures, and safe discharge planning, though many complaints were unsubstantiated. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows ongoing challenges with regulatory compliance, particularly in safety and care documentation, with some improvements noted in life safety and emergency preparedness over time.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 7

Indiana average 6


Last Health inspection on May 2025

Total health citations 39

Indiana average 25

Citations per inspection
5.57

Indiana average 4.12


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

35 of 39 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 39 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 0.2


Serious Health citations More info 1
67% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 0.6

0 critical citations More info Indiana average: 0.2

1 serious citation More info Indiana average: 0.6

35 moderate citations More info Indiana average: 23.8

3 minor citations More info Indiana average: 0.4
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. May 23, 2025
Corrected

Environmental moderate citation Info Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions. May 23, 2025
Corrected

Nursing Services minor citation Info Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide. May 23, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. May 23, 2025
Corrected

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Indiana Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Indiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IN

Requires level-of-care determination.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home health services

CHOICE Program

Indiana CHOICE

Age 60+
General Indiana resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies
Asset Limits $10,000 individual
IN

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Residential Care Assistance Program (RCAP)

Indiana Residential Care Assistance Program

Age 65+
General or blind, or disabled, Indiana resident, in approved facility, low-income or SSI recipient.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IN

~50 facilities statewide; per diem rate set by FSSA.

Benefits
Room/board Laundry Minimal care coordination (~$20-$50/day subsidy)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Indiana Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Indiana resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
IN

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Indiana NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Indiana resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
IN

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Indiana SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Indiana resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
IN

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Indiana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Indiana resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
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High veteran demand statewide.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 65
Employees 54
Contractors 11
Staff to resident ratio 2.17:1
2166567% better than Indiana average

Indiana average ratio: 0.00:1

Avg staff/day 21
Average shift 6.7 hours
13% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 7.7 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 12,865
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 10
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.2 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 3
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 5.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 22
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 6.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

6.9%

885 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Aide: 3 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant220225,15491100%6.8
Registered Nurse100102,73591100%7.2
RN Director of Nursing2029517481%7.6
Other Dietary Services Staff7076737785%6.1
Administrator1015206571%8
Medication Aide/Technician3034374651%8.1
Physical Therapy Aide0334356571%6.7
Nurse Practitioner2024275459%7.9
Mental Health Service Worker1014246268%6.8
Licensed Practical Nurse3033375358%5.5
Speech Language Pathologist0113296369%5.2
Dietitian3033254651%7.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician022564246%1.3
Qualified Social Worker022372730%1.4
Physical Therapy Assistant022272629%1.1
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist011255%0.4
22 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
10 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 81%
7 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 85%
1 Administrator
% of Days 71%
3 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 51%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 71%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 59%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 68%
3 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 58%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 69%
3 Dietitian
% of Days 51%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 46%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 30%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 29%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days 5%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 30
Medicaid
18
60% of residents
Private pay or other
12
40% 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.

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 8.7
9% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 8.0

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 15.0
12% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 17.1

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 11.6%
In line with Indiana average

Indiana average: 12.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 15.1%
5% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 14.4%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 18.4%
25% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 24.6%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 10.4%
170% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 3.9%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 1.0%
77% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 4.4%
264% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.4%
5% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 5.7%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 34.8%
44% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 24.1%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 10.4%
16% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 12.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.3%
5% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 93.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 94.1%
In line with Indiana average

Indiana average: 95.4%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 96.1%
18% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 81.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 2.2%
57% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 92.3%
17% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 79.0%

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