Buena Vida Nursing and Rehab Odessa
3800 Englewood Ln · Odessa, TX · 79762 · 4323622583
117 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Creative Solutions in Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Staffing levels are well below research benchmarks for safe care.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.77 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
98% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.77 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.32 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.18 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 98% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $8,724 |
Inspection citations (15 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E November 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected November 24, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected November 7, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected November 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 8, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 9, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 8, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 8, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected August 9, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Immediate jeopardy · K April 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 27, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E May 31, 2023
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected July 15, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 31, 2023
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected July 15, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 31, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected July 15, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 31, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 15, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 6, 2025 | Fine | $8,724 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 675145 · certified since April 29, 1993. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.