Ft. Worth Southwest Nursing Center
5300 Alta Mesa Blvd · Fort Worth, TX · 76133 · 8173461800
198 certified beds Government - Hospital district Chain: Opco Skilled Management
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
3 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
3 abuse-related citations at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.43 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.55 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.09 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 25% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $35,552 |
Inspection citations (18 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025 · found via complaint
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 November 27, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 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 November 27, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected November 27, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 25, 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 April 26, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E February 5, 2025
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 February 7, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 5, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 5, 2025
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 5, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E February 5, 2025
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Infection Control
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Immediate jeopardy · J July 4, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected July 5, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J July 4, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected July 5, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J July 4, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected July 5, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E October 28, 2023 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected October 29, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 11, 2023
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected August 12, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Actual harm · G June 22, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 23, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 4, 2024 | Fine | $23,923 |
| June 22, 2023 | Fine | $11,629 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 675817 · certified since January 28, 2000. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.