The Woods, a Nightingale Community
1194 N Chester St · Monticello, AR · 71655 · 8703676852
122 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Nightingale
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
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.
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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: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.67 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.32 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.36 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 51% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $15,940 |
Inspection citations (36 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J July 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E July 3, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 3, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 3, 2025
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 3, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E July 3, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E July 3, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 21, 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 April 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 4, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D September 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected October 25, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected October 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 26, 2024 · 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 October 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected October 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 25, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E April 4, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected May 3, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F April 4, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 3, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D April 4, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected May 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 4, 2024 · found via complaint
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected May 3, 2024 · Environmental
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No harm found · C April 4, 2024
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Corrected April 4, 2024 · Resident Rights
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No harm found · C April 4, 2024
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Corrected April 4, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 30, 2023
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected April 28, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 30, 2023
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected April 28, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E March 30, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected April 28, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 30, 2023
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected April 28, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| July 3, 2025 | Fine | $15,940 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 045176 · certified since November 1, 1991. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.