Nursing home · Joplin, MO
Joplin Gardens
2810 South Jackson Avenue, Joplin, MO 64804 · 92 certified beds · for profit ownership · part of James & Judy Lincoln
Source: CMS Provider Data, processed Sep 1, 2026.
The latest inspection, in plain English
Inspectors' most recent visit in the CMS data was on Mar 17, 2026, when they cited 1 problem from a complaint investigation. The most common area was quality of life and care (1 citation). 1 citation was rated as causing actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents. All have been marked corrected. At its most recent standard inspection (Aug 23, 2024) it had 13 citations, compared with an average of 12.2 for Joplin-area homes, 11.4 in Missouri and 9.2 nationally.
Staffing and turnover
Nursing staff spend 3.08 hours per resident per day here, 10% less than the Missouri average (3.43) and 20% less than the U.S. average (3.86). Registered nurses account for 0.21 of those hours, versus 0.46 in Missouri and 0.68 nationally. Nursing staff turnover was 62% over the past year, 6 points higher than Missouri (56%) and 16 points higher than the U.S. (46%).
How Joplin Gardens compares
This home's latest CMS figures next to the averages for Joplin-area homes (20), Missouri (487) and the U.S. (14,680).
| This home | Joplin area | Missouri | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 3.08 | 3.13 | 3.43 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day | 0.21 | 0.40 | 0.46 | 0.68 |
| Weekend nurse hours per resident per day | 2.85 | 2.74 | 3.01 | 3.42 |
| Nursing staff turnover (past year) | 62% | 53% | 56% | 46% |
| Registered nurse turnover (past year) | — | 36% | 48% | 43% |
| Citations at the most recent standard inspection | 13 | 12.2 | 11.4 | 9.2 |
Inspection history
Citations by inspection date in the current CMS data. Red bars include a citation rated actual harm or worse.
Medicare does not publish past star ratings in its current data, so we show inspection history instead.
Most recent 25 of 25 health citations, in CMS wording. Severity codes run from A (least serious) to L (most serious).
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| Date | Deficiency | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 17, 2026 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of life and care · complaint | G actual harm | Past Non-Compliance |
| Jan 23, 2026 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and physician services · complaint | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Jan 23, 2026 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident rights · complaint | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Dec 12, 2025 | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and physician services · complaint | F | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Dec 12, 2025 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident rights · complaint | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Dec 12, 2025 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and physician services · complaint | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Jan 23, 2025 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of life and care · complaint | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Jan 23, 2025 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of life and care · complaint | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 23, 2024 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident assessment and care planning | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 23, 2024 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, residentâs preferences and goals. Quality of life and care | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 23, 2024 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of life and care | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 23, 2024 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection control | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 23, 2024 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and dietary | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 23, 2024 | 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. Pharmacy service | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Aug 23, 2024 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and dietary | F | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Sep 13, 2022 | Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the residentâs advance directives. Quality of life and care | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Sep 13, 2022 | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of life and care | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Sep 13, 2022 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy service | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Sep 13, 2022 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy service | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Sep 13, 2022 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy service | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Sep 13, 2022 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection control | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Sep 13, 2022 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of life and care | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Sep 13, 2022 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of life and care | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Oct 18, 2019 | Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency. Resident rights | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Oct 18, 2019 | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
Fines and penalties
No federal fines or payment denials reported by CMS in the past three years.
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Questions about Joplin Gardens
Answers computed from CMS data for this facility.
What is Joplin Gardens's Medicare rating?
Medicare rates Joplin Gardens 1 out of 5 stars overall (much below average). The average for Joplin-area nursing homes is 2.4, for Missouri 2.51 and for the U.S. 2.99.
How did Joplin Gardens do on its last inspection?
Inspectors' most recent visit in the CMS data was on Mar 17, 2026, when they cited 1 problem from a complaint investigation. The most common area was quality of life and care (1 citation). 1 citation was rated as causing actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents. All have been marked corrected. At its most recent standard inspection (Aug 23, 2024) it had 13 citations, compared with an average of 12.2 for Joplin-area homes, 11.4 in Missouri and 9.2 nationally.
Has Joplin Gardens been fined?
CMS reports no federal fines for this facility in the past three years.
Does Joplin Gardens accept Medicaid?
Joplin Gardens is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. Call (417) 572-0041 to ask whether a Medicaid bed is open.
Source: CMS Provider Data, processed 2026-09-01. Inspection findings reflect conditions on the survey date and may since have been corrected. Verify on Medicare Care Compare.