Nursing home · Plattsburg, MO
Nick's Health Care Center
253 East Highway 116, Plattsburg, MO 64477 · 70 certified beds · for profit ownership · part of Reliant Care Management
Source: CMS Provider Data, processed Sep 1, 2026.
The latest inspection, in plain English
Inspectors' most recent visit in the CMS data was on Nov 17, 2025, when they cited 1 problem from a complaint investigation. The most common area was freedom from abuse, neglect, and exploitation (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 (Oct 3, 2025) it had 6 citations, compared with an average of 10.6 for St. Joseph-area homes, 11.4 in Missouri and 9.2 nationally.
Staffing and turnover
Nursing staff spend 2.55 hours per resident per day here, 26% less than the Missouri average (3.43) and 34% less than the U.S. average (3.86). Registered nurses account for 0.29 of those hours, versus 0.46 in Missouri and 0.68 nationally. Nursing staff turnover was 64% over the past year, 8 points higher than Missouri (56%) and 19 points higher than the U.S. (46%).
How Nick's Health Care Center compares
This home's latest CMS figures next to the averages for St. Joseph-area homes (16), Missouri (487) and the U.S. (14,680).
| This home | St. Joseph area | Missouri | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 2.55 | 3.18 | 3.43 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day | 0.29 | 0.39 | 0.46 | 0.68 |
| Weekend nurse hours per resident per day | 2.34 | 2.87 | 3.01 | 3.42 |
| Nursing staff turnover (past year) | 64% | 54% | 56% | 46% |
| Registered nurse turnover (past year) | — | 47% | 48% | 43% |
| Citations at the most recent standard inspection | 6 | 10.6 | 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 30 of 30 health citations, in CMS wording. Severity codes run from A (least serious) to L (most serious).
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| Date | Deficiency | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 17, 2025 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from abuse, neglect, and exploitation · complaint | G actual harm | Past Non-Compliance |
| Oct 3, 2025 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental | F | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Oct 3, 2025 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident rights | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 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. Resident rights | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Oct 3, 2025 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident rights | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 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 |
| Feb 14, 2025 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from abuse, neglect, and exploitation · complaint | G actual harm | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Jan 24, 2025 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from abuse, neglect, and exploitation · complaint | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Oct 11, 2024 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from abuse, neglect, and exploitation · complaint | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Oct 11, 2024 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident assessment and care planning | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Oct 11, 2024 | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and physician services | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Oct 11, 2024 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident assessment and care planning | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Oct 11, 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. Resident rights | D | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Oct 11, 2024 | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. Resident rights · complaint | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Oct 11, 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 |
| Oct 11, 2024 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and dietary · complaint | F | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Oct 11, 2024 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental · complaint | F | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 30, 2023 | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and physician services | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 30, 2023 | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 30, 2023 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and dietary | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 30, 2023 | Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. Nutrition and dietary | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 30, 2023 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy service | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 30, 2023 | Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. Quality of life and care | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 30, 2023 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident assessment and care planning | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 30, 2023 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of life and care | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 30, 2023 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from abuse, neglect, and exploitation | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 30, 2023 | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident rights | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 30, 2023 | 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. Resident rights | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 30, 2023 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection control | F | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
| Mar 30, 2023 | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection control | E | Deficient, Provider has date of correction |
Fines and penalties
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 3, 2025 | Fine | $10,533 |
| Oct 3, 2025 | Fine | $11,415 |
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Questions about Nick's Health Care Center
Answers computed from CMS data for this facility.
What is Nick's Health Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare rates Nick's Health Care Center 1 out of 5 stars overall (much below average). The average for St. Joseph-area nursing homes is 2.1, for Missouri 2.51 and for the U.S. 2.99.
How did Nick's Health Care Center do on its last inspection?
Inspectors' most recent visit in the CMS data was on Nov 17, 2025, when they cited 1 problem from a complaint investigation. The most common area was freedom from abuse, neglect, and exploitation (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 (Oct 3, 2025) it had 6 citations, compared with an average of 10.6 for St. Joseph-area homes, 11.4 in Missouri and 9.2 nationally.
Has Nick's Health Care Center been fined?
Yes. CMS reports 2 fines totaling $21,948 in the past three years.
Does Nick's Health Care Center accept Medicaid?
Nick's Health Care Center is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. Call (816) 539-2376 to ask whether a Medicaid bed is open.
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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.