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Current River Nursing Center, INC

Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.

1015 North Grand Avenue, Doniphan, MO 63935120 bedsLicensed & Active
2/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.5/5

based on 13 Google reviews

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4/ 10
moderate Risk

Quality Concerns Identified

Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.

  • Low overall rating (2/5 stars)
  • Low staffing rating (2/5 stars)
  • High staff turnover (69%)

Below average in MO · Below recommended RN staffing

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

This facility has areas of concern that warrant careful consideration. Registered Nurse hours are only 82% of the national benchmark, which can affect medication management and response times. We recommend asking the administrator directly: "How are you addressing recent staffing shortfalls?" These are not reasons to panic, but they are reasons to ask tough questions and visit in person.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

13 reviews on Google
Current River Nursing Center appears to have compassionate staff who genuinely care about residents, with multiple families praising nurses who 'go above and beyond.' However, one detailed negative review reveals serious concerns about inconsistent care quality and cleanliness when family isn't frequently present. With only 9 reviews, the sample is limited.

Quality Themes

Tap a score for details
Food4.0Staff6.0Clean2.0ActivitiesN/AMedsN/AMemoryN/AComms7.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Nursing staff consistently described as going 'above and beyond' to make residents feel like family
  • Accommodating policies during end-of-life care, allowing extended visitation for final goodbyes
  • Strong rehabilitation therapy program that successfully helps residents regain mobility and independence
  • Staff demonstrates persistence in improving resident conditions even with difficult cases
  • Professional communication with families, answering questions promptly
  • Leadership shows ability to improve when issues are brought to attention

Concerns

  • Significant inconsistency in care quality - one reviewer documented neglect, unsanitary conditions, and failure to follow care plans
  • Care quality appears heavily dependent on family presence and advocacy
  • Housekeeping and sanitation issues including soiled items left in rooms and inadequate hygiene care
  • Food quality described as declining with inappropriate menu items
  • Management and administrative oversight historically poor, though potentially improving

Rating Trends

2343.52017(4)5.02019(2)4.82025(10)4.32026(6)

Distribution · 22 analyzed

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4
6
3
0
2
2
1
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Review Pace

0.1/ month

accelerating over 101mo


How They Respond to Reviews

77%response rate

This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Given that some families have noted inconsistencies in room cleanliness, what is your current daily protocol for housekeeping and ensuring personal hygiene standards are met?
  • 2I understand the rehab team is highly regarded for helping residents regain independence; how do you integrate those therapy goals into the daily care plan for someone with my family member's specific needs?
  • 3With the current food service ratings being a point of concern, could you walk me through how you accommodate dietary restrictions and ensure the meals provided are both nutritious and appetizing?
  • 4Since care quality can sometimes vary, what specific systems do you have in place to ensure that care plans are followed consistently across all shifts, even when family members aren't physically present?
  • 5I appreciate that your staff is known for being compassionate during end-of-life care; how do you handle medical emergencies or sudden changes in health status to ensure residents receive prompt, high-level attention?
  • 6What does the daily activity schedule look like to ensure residents remain engaged and social, and how do you encourage participation for those who might be more reserved?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

If your family isn't going to be in and out every day your loved one will most likely be neglected.

Reveals concerning pattern where care quality depends on family oversight rather than consistent standards · Nov 2017★★☆☆☆

My mom absolutely loves it there. She don't even want to come home lol!

Indicates genuine resident satisfaction when care is working well · Oct 2025★★★★★

New head of nursing is a gangster. Plus 1 star for being highly motivated and actually cracking the whip on CNAs.

Shows facility's ability to improve with proper leadership and accountability · Nov 2017★★☆☆☆
Source: 13 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.61hrs
82%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
3.26hrs
80%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
71%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
43%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
2/ 5
Better Than Avg

8

measures

Worse Than Avg

4

measures

Mixed Results

5

measures

Long-Stay Residents
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility7.5%
Better than Avg
Here
7.5%
US
12.1%
MO
16.7%
Ripley
31.4%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility28.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
28.9%
US
15.5%
MO
23.6%
Ripley
15.2%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility32.8%
Worse than Avg
Here
32.8%
US
19.5%
MO
25.4%
Ripley
32.3%
💉

Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
95.5%
MO
90.9%
Ripley
98.6%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility24.1%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
24.1%
US
19.4%
MO
17.9%
Ripley
25.5%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility89.8%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
89.8%
US
93.4%
MO
84.4%
Ripley
94.1%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility90.0%
Better than Avg
Here
90.0%
US
79.8%
MO
63.5%
Ripley
81.9%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility75.5%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
75.5%
US
81.8%
MO
65.9%
Ripley
78.2%
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Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
1.6%
MO
2.2%
Ripley
0.7%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

7deficiencies
1penalties
Near state avg (12.0)
3 complaint-triggered

Current River Nursing Center has faced 50 deficiencies across 3 surveys, including 2 complaint-triggered violations involving safety supervision and nursing staffing that prompted family reports. The facility shows recurring problems with administration oversight, infection control, safety maintenance, and medication management, with many issues appearing repeatedly across multiple surveys. While all violations have reported correction dates, the pattern of repeat deficiencies suggests ongoing quality concerns families should investigate further.

Feb 6, 2026Complaint
1
0354Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

Aug 29, 2025Routine
8
0812Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0868Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

0880Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0881Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

0882Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.

0584Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

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.

0353Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0699Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

Jul 15, 2024Routine
23
0658Actual harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

0843Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Have an agreement with at least one or more hospitals certified by Medicare or Medicaid to make sure residents can be moved quickly to the hospital when they need medical care.

0844Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Follow rules about disclosure of ownership requirements and tell the state agency about changes in ownership and/or administrative personnel.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0781Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.

0623Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

0625Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

0755Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0880Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0578Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

0584Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

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.

0604Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

0657Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

0690Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

0695Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

0730Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

0758Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

0849Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.

0865Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.

0867Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

0868Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

0947Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

Jul 15, 2024Complaint
2
0689Actual harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0727Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

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.

Feb 9, 2023Routine
17
0812Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0355Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0781Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0923Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

0584Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

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.

0868Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

0925Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

0623Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

0625Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

0655Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

0658Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

0660Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.

0661Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.

0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0947Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

Federal Penalties

Payment Denial

Jul 15, 2024

116-day denial

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Current River Nursing Center, INC

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

James & Judy Lincoln

Chain Size

56 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 2.5/5 · Rank 25 of 56

Ownership & Management

Owners

Lincoln, James

Owner

50%

Lincoln, Judy

Owner

Key personnel

Campbell, HeatherW-2 Managing EmployeeBysor, BrandonOfficer / DirectorCrane, GaryOfficer / DirectorDrake, TimothyOfficer / DirectorStutts, CharlotteOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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