St Jude's Health & Wellness Center
450a S Claiborne Ave, Fl 6 · New Orleans, LA · 70112 · 5048953953
116 certified beds Non profit - Other
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (2 citations).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $347,205 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
CMS abuse warning
CMS flags this facility with its abuse icon: cited for abuse that caused harm in the past year, or potential harm in the past two years.
2 immediate-jeopardy citations 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.
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.
$347,205 in federal fines in the last 24 months
2 fines — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
RN staffing in the bottom 10% nationally
0.20 registered-nurse hours per resident per day, vs a 0.58 national median and 0.75 benchmark.
76% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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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: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.29 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.20 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.92 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 76% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 9 · $415,686 |
Inspection citations (53 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J March 5, 2026 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Past Non-Compliance · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J March 5, 2026 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Past Non-Compliance · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2026
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2026
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected February 27, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2026 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected February 27, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2026 · 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 February 20, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected March 9, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D October 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected October 24, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected October 24, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Immediate jeopardy · K March 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected April 11, 2025 · Administration
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Immediate jeopardy · K March 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected April 11, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 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 April 11, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected April 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 11, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 16, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 30, 2025
Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing.
Corrected March 16, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2025
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected March 16, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected March 16, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2025
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected March 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2025
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected March 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 30, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected March 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2025
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected March 16, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 23, 2026 | Fine | $26,685 |
| January 30, 2025 | Fine | $320,520 |
| February 8, 2024 | Fine | $8,811 |
| February 8, 2024 | Fine | $8,811 |
| February 8, 2024 | Fine | $16,801 |
| February 8, 2024 | Fine | $16,801 |
| July 12, 2023 | Fine | $4,008 |
| July 12, 2023 | Fine | $5,257 |
| July 12, 2023 | Fine | $7,992 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 195517 · certified since November 20, 2000. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.