Total health inspections
20
Wisconsin average 6
Last Health inspection on Feb 2025
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Watertown Health Care Center
Nursing Home
Watertown Health Care Center
Nursing Home
Overview of Watertown Health Care Center
Watertown Health Care Center serves families in the Jefferson, Dodge, and surrounding counties with their award-winning care. What truly sets them apart is their highly skilled clinical nursing team, meticulously chosen for their expertise and dedication to providing unparalleled service. Their focus spans a spectrum of services, from short-term rehab to wound care programs, catering to complex healthcare needs.
The home takes pride in its team of physical, speech, and occupational therapists, who are deeply committed to employing innovative approaches in aiding their patients’ recovery journey. Their holistic approach to wellness encompasses not only treatment and medication therapy but also specialized programs designed to nurture the mind, body, and spirit. Within these walls, residents find comfort and support, making Watertown Health Care Center one of the foremost nursing home facilities in Wisconsin.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
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.
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational 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
112
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
68.5%
Residents per day (avg)
60
Occupancy rate
68.5%
Residents per day (avg)
60
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
25% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
66% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
10% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
10 - 11 months
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$11.8M
Profit
$621.5K
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$11,750,199.00
Profit
$621,463.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.8M
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.
$8.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$11.1M
Walk Score: 28 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Additional licensing details
Care Services
Accepts Medicaid
Accepts Medicare
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Short Term Rehab, Long Term Care, Wound Care, Hospice palliative care, Respite Care
Types of Care at Watertown Health Care Center
Skilled Nursing
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The information below is reported by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance.
Watertown Health Care Center
-10%
-22%
-2%
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Watertown
112
No
28
68.5%
$11,715,966.00
$2,762,800.00
23.6%
60.00
3.3304
6
62
9
-10%-22%-2%
Watertown Health Care Center
Type of care:
SNF
Community:
Watertown
Bed Count:
112
Pets Allowed:
No
CCN:
525333
Occupancy:
68.5%
Home Revenue:
$11,715,966.00
Payroll Costs:
$2,762,800.00
Payroll %:
23.6%
Avg Residents/Day:
60.00
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.3304
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
6
Citations:
62
Severe Citations:
9
RN share vs State Avg:
-10%
-10%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-22%
-22%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-2%
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2.4 miles from city center — 0.09 miles to nearest hospital (Watertown Regional Medical Center)
121 Hospital Dr, Watertown, WI 53098
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
68
Total Staff
64
Employees
4
Contractors
19,580
Total Hours (Quarter)
28
Avg Staff/Day
7.7
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 8 | 8.9 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 13 | 7.7 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 33 | 7.6 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
58 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
3 staff
4.7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.5%
of total hours from contractors
104 contractor hours this quarter
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 2
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 33 | 0 | 33 | 9,292 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 13 | 0 | 13 | 3,550 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,992 | 91 | 100% | 8.9 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 525 | 55 | 60% | 7.7 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 60 | 66% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 60 | 66% | 7.9 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 456 | 61 | 67% | 7.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 174 | 27 | 30% | 6.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 61 | 8 | 9% | 7.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 25 | 6 | 7% | 4.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 19 | 9 | 10% | 2.1 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
62
Citations per inspection
3.1
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
15 of 62 citations resulted from standard inspections; 38 of 62 resulted from complaint investigations; and 9 of 62 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
6
6
567% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 0.9
Serious Health citations
3
3
150% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 1.2
6 critical citations
3 serious citations
53 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Resident Rights moderate citation
Feb 19, 2025
Corrected
Administration moderate citation
Nov 14, 2024
Corrected
Infection Control critical citation
Nov 14, 2024
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Nov 14, 2024
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.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Part of: Bedrock HCS
Resident Census by Payment Source
67
Total Residents
Medicare
9
(13.4%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
47
(70.1%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
11
(16.4%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
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.
9.9
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.9
5% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 10.5
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
17.3
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
17.3
22% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 22.1
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
11.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
11.1%
37% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 17.6%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
17.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
17.6%
23% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 22.8%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
23.2%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
23.2%
11% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 26.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.3%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.3%
In line with Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
13.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
13.3%
143% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 5.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
6.7%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
6.7%
110% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 3.2%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.3%
11% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 4.9%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
6.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
6.5%
30% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 5.0%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
29.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
29.3%
83% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 16.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
In line with Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 95.9%
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 Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 95.0%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.65
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.65
In line with Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 1.61
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.76
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.76
72% worse than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 2.19
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.0%
9% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 87.3%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.1%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.1%
10% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 1.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
90.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
90.0%
9% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 82.2%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
22.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
22.3%
In line with Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 22.7%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
13.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
13.8%
8% better than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 15.0%
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 Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 0.8%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
49.0%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
49.0%
In line with Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 50.6%
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
$286K
199% higher than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: $95K
Number of fines
6
191% more fines than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 2.1
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
2
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
2
202% more payment denials than Wisconsin averageWisconsin average: 0.7
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$286K
Wisconsin average
$95K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Oct 17, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Oct 17, 2024
$175K
Payment Denial
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Oct 17, 2024
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Oct 17, 2024
43 days
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 4, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 4, 2024
$16K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 4, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 4, 2024
$40K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Watertown Health Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
68.5%
↑ 36.7pp vs 2022
Net Income
$621,463
↑ ~$1.6M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$6,499,625
↑ ~$2.0M vs 2022
Profit Margin
5.3%
↑ 17.4pp vs 2022
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