Occupancy rate
71%
5% higher than Indiana averageIndiana average: 68%
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
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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.
The Waters of Syracuse Skilled Nursing Facility
Nursing Home in Indiana
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.
The Waters of Syracuse Skilled Nursing Facility
The Waters of Syracuse Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation is dedicated to providing exceptional care. It offers a range of services including rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and respite care. The facility promotes a healthy environment that focuses on the needs of residents and their families.
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
66
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
71.2%
Residents per day (avg)
42
Occupancy rate
71.2%
Residents per day (avg)
42
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
21% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
26 days
Private pay
65% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
14% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
11 - 12 months
Finances and operations
Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$5.1M
Surplus of revenue
$300.8K
Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$5,060,902.00
Surplus of revenue
$300,835.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$1.5M
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.
$3.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$4.8M
66-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
About this community
Occupancy
5% higher than Indiana averageOccupied beds
47 / 66
Average residents
70 per day
Facility TypeNursing Home (skilled Nursing Facility)
IssuanceJanuary 3, 2025
ExpirationFebruary 28, 2026
License Number25-000566-1
CMS Certification Number155581
The Waters of Syracuse Skilled Nursing Facility is legally operated by Johnson Memorial Hospital, and administrated by Jeffrey Brinkman.
Profit StatusOTHER
SNF (Skilled Nursing)
4 units
SNF/NF (Combined)
62 units
Total beds
66 units
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Director of NursingWENDY PAPPAS
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Fax(574) 457-5726
Beauty/Barber Shop
Onsite Podiatry
Dental
Audiology Services
Secure Patio For Enjoying The Outdoors When Accompanied By Staff
Basic Cable Tv Service Available
Shadowbox Outside Each Room For Personalization
Specific ProgramsLiving Well, In Motion, Respite Care, Services, Virtual Tour, Blog, Careers, Contact Us
Operating Hours24 hours - 7 days a week
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
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.
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
17 total visits · Indiana avg: 19
Ranked 172nd of 388 in Indiana
7
Inspections
Indiana avg: 13
46% below Indiana avg
6
Visits with Citations
Indiana avg: 7
14% below Indiana avg
48
Citations Total
Indiana avg: 34
41% above Indiana avg Ranked 287th of 385
11
Visits without Citations
Indiana avg: 12
8% below Indiana avg
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2 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
February 25, 2025
Plan Of Correction48 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Indiana average: 34 citations
47 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 Syracuse Skilled Nursing Facility
The most recent inspection on February 25, 2025, found the facility in compliance with relevant federal and state regulations and noted no deficiencies. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily related to comprehensive care planning, catheter use, infection control, and some life safety code issues involving exit doors and hazardous storage. Complaint investigations conducted during this period were consistently unsubstantiated, with no deficiencies cited related to the allegations. Prior reports also identified issues with medication management, resident dignity, and environmental sanitation, but no fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. The facility appears to have made improvements over time, with the most recent inspections showing resolution of previously cited deficiencies.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
3
Indiana average 6
Last Health inspection on Jan 2025
Total health citations
35
Indiana average 25
Citations per inspection
11.67
Indiana average 4.12
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 35 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 0.2
Serious Health citations
1
1
67% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 0.6
0 critical citations
1 serious citation
34 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Jan 10, 2025
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Jan 10, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Jan 10, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Jan 10, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Jan 10, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Jan 10, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jan 10, 2025
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jan 10, 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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59.1%
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3.00
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0
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The Waters Of Syracuse Skilled Nursing Facility Llc
$5.1M
$1.5M
30.4%
155581
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
71
Employees
57
Contractors
14
Staff to resident ratio
1.61:1
1613536% better than Indiana averageIndiana average ratio: 0.00:1
Avg staff/day
23
Average shift
7.5 hours
0% compared with Indiana averageIndiana average: 7.7 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
15,785
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
6
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.9 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
2
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.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
31
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
7.1%
1,125 contractor hours this quarter
Physical Therapy Aide: 4
Physical Therapy Assistant: 3
Speech Language Pathologist: 3
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Nurse Practitioner: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 31 | 0 | 31 | 6,308 | 91 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,681 | 91 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,695 | 90 | 99% | 9.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 612 | 65 | 71% | 9.4 |
| Other Social Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 606 | 74 | 81% | 6 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 588 | 57 | 63% | 8.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 2 | 0 | 2 | 536 | 62 | 68% | 8.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 1 | 2 | 530 | 59 | 65% | 8.3 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 503 | 61 | 67% | 8.2 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 65 | 71% | 7.5 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 476 | 64 | 70% | 7.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 352 | 59 | 65% | 5.6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 4 | 4 | 182 | 43 | 47% | 3.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 115 | 34 | 37% | 3.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 93 | 30 | 33% | 3.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 20 | 25 | 27% | 0.8 |
31 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
8 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
100%
6 Registered Nurse
% of Days
99%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
71%
2 Other Social Services Staff
% of Days
81%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
63%
2 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
68%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
65%
1 Administrator
% of Days
67%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
71%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
70%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
65%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
47%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
37%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
33%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
27%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
44 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
5 residents (11.4%)
Medicaid
28 residents (63.6%)
Private pay or other
11 residents (25%)
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.
7.2
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
7.2
11% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 8.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
14.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
14.0
18% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 17.1
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
10.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
10.5%
13% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 12.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
7.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
7.3%
49% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 14.4%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
24.1%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
24.1%
In line with Indiana averageIndiana average: 24.6%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.7%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.7%
82% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 3.9%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.1%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.1%
28% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 4.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.7%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.7%
42% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.2%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
14.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
14.2%
150% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 5.7%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
44.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
44.0%
83% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 24.1%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
15.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
15.8%
27% worse than Indiana averageIndiana average: 12.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
93.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
93.8%
In line with Indiana averageIndiana average: 93.7%
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%
5% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 95.4%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
83.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
83.8%
In line with Indiana averageIndiana average: 81.7%
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 Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.8%
16% better than Indiana averageIndiana average: 79.0%
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
$0
100% lower than Indiana averageIndiana average: $27K
Number of fines
0
100% fewer fines than Indiana averageIndiana average: 1.4
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
152% more payment denials than Indiana averageIndiana average: 0.4
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$0
Indiana average
$27K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Payment Denial
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Jan 10, 2025
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Jan 10, 2025
13 days
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for The Waters of Syracuse Skilled Nursing Facility based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
55.2%
↑ 2.9pp vs 2022
Net Income
$300,835
↑ ~$1.5M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$1,900,549
↓ ~$1.4M vs 2022
Profit Margin
5.9%
↑ 33.4pp vs 2022
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