Waters Of Dunkirk Skilled Nursing Facility, The
Dunkirk, IN · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 155571) · 46 certified beds
Health inspection: 1 · Quality measures: 5 · Staffing: 3
Federal fines: 1 totaling $59,240
Phone: (765) 768-7537 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
The Waters Of Dunkirk Skilled Nursing Facility has a CMS overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, below the Indiana state average of 3.14. Its health inspection rating is 1 star and its staffing rating is 3 stars.
This facility reports 3.37 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.60 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 25.8%. CMS gives it a staffing rating of 3 out of 5 stars.
CMS records show 1 federal fine totaling $59,240.00 for this facility, with 0 payment denials. CMS also displays its abuse icon for this facility, indicating families should review the inspection record on Care Compare.
About this facility
The Waters Of Dunkirk Skilled Nursing Facility is a for-profit corporation-owned nursing home in Dunkirk, Jay County, Indiana, certified for Medicare and Medicaid since August 1995. The facility has 46 certified beds and an average daily census of 39.8 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare data, the facility holds an overall star rating of 2 out of 5, which is below the Indiana state average of 3.14. This overall score reflects a Health Inspection rating of 1 star, a Quality Measure rating of 5 stars, and a Staffing rating of 3 stars.
Nurse staffing levels are reported at 3.37 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.60 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 25.8%.
On penalties, CMS records show 1 federal fine totaling $59,240.00, with 0 payment denials on record.
CMS displays its abuse icon for this facility, indicating a citation related to abuse; families should review the full inspection record on Care Compare for details before making a decision.
This facility is part of the Infinity Healthcare Consulting chain, which operates 69 facilities nationally with an average chain rating of 2.0 stars, similar to this location's overall rating.
CMS records show no ownership change within the past 12 months for this facility.
Data sourced from CMS Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The facility has an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which is below the Indiana state average of 3.14.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
This facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 3.37 hours per resident per day, including 0.60 RN hours, with a 25.8% nursing turnover rate; the CMS staffing rating is 3 stars.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 1 fine totaling $59,240.00 and 0 payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
CMS displays its abuse icon for this facility; there is no Special Focus program designation noted in the data provided.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility has 46 certified beds with an average daily census of 39.8 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit corporation and is part of the Infinity Healthcare Consulting chain, which operates 69 facilities with an average rating of 2.0 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility has been certified since August 1, 1995.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS publishes separate ratings for Health Inspections (1 star), Staffing (3 stars), Quality Measures (5 stars), and an Overall rating (2 stars) that combines these components.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
This is not specified in the available CMS data; contact the facility at 7657687537 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 7657687537 to arrange a visit and verify current conditions on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the facility's full record at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/155571?state=IN.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.