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Searhc Sitka Long Term Care

Strong Medicare quality ratings. Still worth an in-person visit before deciding.

209 Moller Avenue, Sitka, AK 9983519 bedsLicensed & Active
5/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing

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What this means for your family

Choosing Searhc Sitka Long Term Care means your loved one is in a facility that ranks well on Medicare quality measures. High RN hours correlate directly with lower rates of hospital readmission and better specialized care coordination. While no facility is perfect, the clinical data here is encouraging.

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
3.08hrs
OK
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
7.37hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
37%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
65%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

This facility meets the national staffing benchmarks. Higher staffing is linked to fewer falls and better day-to-day care.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 13 measures

Medicare Rating
5/ 5
Better Than Avg

9

measures

Worse Than Avg

3

measures

Mixed Results

1

measures

Long-Stay Residents
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility43.5%
Worse than Avg
Here
43.5%
US
19.5%
AK
14.2%
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility4.3%
Better than Avg
Here
4.3%
US
15.3%
AK
19.5%
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility26.1%
Worse than Avg
Here
26.1%
US
15.5%
AK
18.5%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility10.1%
Better than Avg
Here
10.1%
US
19.4%
AK
20.0%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
93.4%
AK
93.3%
🦠

Residents who got a urinary tract infection

↓ Lower is better
This Facility8.1%
Worse than Avg
Here
8.1%
US
1.6%
AK
3.0%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

3deficiencies
Well below state avg (10.3)

This facility shows recurring fire safety and sprinkler system issues across all three surveys, indicating persistent infrastructure challenges that may raise safety concerns. The most frequent problems involve fire protection systems, resident rights, and care planning. While the facility has committed to correcting all deficiencies with scheduled completion dates, the repeated fire safety violations suggest ongoing maintenance and safety oversight issues that families should discuss during visits.

Apr 10, 2025Routine
7
0351Potential for harm · Widespread

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0511Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0554Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

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.

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.

Jan 25, 2024Routine
4
0351Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0550Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

0584Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

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.

Dec 2, 2022Routine
8
0293Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

0923Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

0351Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

0311Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

0324Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0920Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

0686Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Searhc Sitka Long Term Care

Organization Type

nonprofit

Ownership & Management

Owners

Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Owner · Organization

100%

Key personnel

Bean, LincolnOfficer / DirectorBennett, AnnetteOfficer / DirectorBrock, LavinaOfficer / DirectorCadiente Nelson, BarbaraOfficer / DirectorCottle, PatriciaOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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