Nehalem Valley Care Center
280 Rowe Street · Wheeler, OR · 97147 · 5033685171
50 certified beds Non profit - Other
The composite number cleared 72 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
69% 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: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.59 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.39 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.28 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 69% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $16,801 |
Inspection citations (42 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 19, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 26, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected August 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 26, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected August 15, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · F June 26, 2025
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Corrected August 15, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D June 26, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected August 15, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E June 26, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 15, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F June 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected August 15, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E November 12, 2024 · found via complaint
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Corrected January 1, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E March 7, 2024
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 April 26, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2024
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected April 26, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected April 26, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected April 26, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 26, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 7, 2024
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected April 26, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E March 7, 2024
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Corrected April 26, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E March 7, 2024
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected April 26, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 7, 2024
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, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 7, 2024
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected April 26, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E March 7, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 26, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2024
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected April 26, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2024
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
Corrected April 26, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D February 10, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected April 1, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 10, 2023
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Corrected April 1, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 10, 2023
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 April 1, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 10, 2023
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected April 1, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| March 7, 2024 | Fine | $16,801 |
Better-scoring options nearby
No better-scoring facility within 25 miles in the current data. See the whole state.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 385244 · certified since May 1, 1994. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.