The Springs of Brinkley
1214 North Main · Brinkley, AR · 72021 · 8707343636
116 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: The Springs Arkansas
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
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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.
1 immediate-jeopardy citation 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.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
70% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.55 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.48 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.89 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 70% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $22,422 |
Inspection citations (21 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 19, 2026
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected April 9, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Immediate jeopardy · J February 23, 2026 · 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 February 24, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 23, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 17, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G July 17, 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 July 18, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2024
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
Corrected September 8, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 15, 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 September 8, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2024
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected September 8, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 8, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 15, 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 September 8, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 8, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 15, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 8, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 8, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 15, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 8, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 8, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 2023
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected September 8, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 25, 2023
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected September 8, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E August 25, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 8, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F August 25, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 8, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 25, 2023
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected September 8, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E August 25, 2023
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected September 8, 2023 · Environmental
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 23, 2026 | Fine | $14,020 |
| July 17, 2025 | Fine | $8,402 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 045430 · certified since June 19, 2009. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.