Brighton Place West
331 Sw Oakley Street · Topeka, KS · 66606 · 7852321212
50 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Recover-Care Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.36 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
68% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.36 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.50 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.11 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 68% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $16,820 |
Inspection citations (20 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J August 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected August 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G October 17, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected November 8, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 17, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Corrected November 8, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 17, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected November 8, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F October 17, 2024 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected November 8, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected June 27, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2023
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected June 27, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2023
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected June 27, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E May 15, 2023
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected June 27, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 15, 2023
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
Corrected June 27, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected June 27, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 27, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F May 15, 2023
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected June 27, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2023
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected June 27, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2023
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected June 27, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E May 15, 2023
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected June 27, 2023 · Infection Control
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No harm found · C May 15, 2023
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Corrected June 27, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 1, 2021
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected December 16, 2021 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 1, 2021
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected December 16, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E December 1, 2021
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 16, 2021 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| August 27, 2025 | Fine | $16,820 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 175547 · certified since October 3, 2014. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.