Life Care Center of Port Orchard
2031 Pottery Avenue · Port Orchard, WA · 98366 · 3608768035
125 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Life Care Centers of America
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 76 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.89 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.11 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.18 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 44% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (33 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected May 7, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected May 7, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected May 7, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected May 7, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected May 7, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 7, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected May 7, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected May 7, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 10, 2026
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected May 7, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected May 7, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
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 May 7, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected May 7, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected May 7, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E April 10, 2026
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected May 7, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2026
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Corrected May 7, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E March 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected April 3, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2025
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected April 3, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 3, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected April 3, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected April 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected April 3, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 28, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 3, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.
Corrected July 16, 2024 · Administration
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 505210 · certified since August 1, 1979. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.