Waters of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility, the
300 Fairgrounds Rd · Tipton, IN · 46072 · 7656758791
150 certified beds For profit - Individual Chain: Infinity Healthcare Consulting
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- 5 citations involved actual harm to residents.
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Red flags
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.20 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.53 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.91 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 32% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $20,494 |
Inspection citations (42 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G March 26, 2026
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G March 26, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2026
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 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 15, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2026
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 26, 2026
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2026
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 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 April 15, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F March 26, 2026
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E March 26, 2026
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 15, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D November 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected December 1, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected July 7, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 17, 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 March 18, 2025
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E March 18, 2025
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2025
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 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2025
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 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F March 18, 2025
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 16, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| January 9, 2024 | Fine | $10,247 |
| January 9, 2024 | Fine | $10,247 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 155556 · certified since April 1, 1995. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.