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Nursing home in Childress, Texas

Avir at Childress

Medicare and Medicaid

1200 7TH ST NW, Childress, TX 79201
(940) 937-8668

CMS star ratings

CMS gives this nursing home an overall star rating of 2 out of 5. Each rating is compared with the mean of rated nursing homes in Texas (1,165 for the overall rating) and in the U.S. (14,565). How to read an inspection report.

Overall rating

  • This nursing home2
  • Texas average2.7 (1,165 rated)
  • U.S. average3.0 (14,565 rated)

Health inspections

  • This nursing home2
  • Texas average2.8 (1,165 rated)
  • U.S. average2.8 (14,565 rated)

Staffing

  • This nursing home2
  • Texas average1.9 (1,163 rated)
  • U.S. average2.9 (14,494 rated)

Quality measures

  • This nursing home4
  • Texas average3.7 (1,162 rated)
  • U.S. average3.6 (14,495 rated)

Health inspections

Most recent standard health inspection (rating cycle 1): Jul 8, 2026. CMS counts 14 health deficiencies in rating cycle 1.

  • This nursing home14
  • Texas average9.4 (1,171 with data)
  • U.S. average9.2 (14,652 with data)

Rating cycle 1 health deficiencies. Averages include every nursing home with a count in the CMS file; fewer is better.

Deficiencies since Sep 30, 2023

Inspectors cited 37 health deficiencies on 8 inspection dates since Sep 30, 2023. By level of harm: 37 potential for harm.

  • 0 Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety
  • 0 Actual harm
  • 37 No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
  • 0 No actual harm, potential for minimal harm
The 10 most recent of 37 health deficiencies since Sep 30, 2023
DateTagDeficiencyScope and severityInspection typeStatus
Jul 8, 2026F0727Have 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 DeficienciesF Potential for harm, widespreadStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 21, 2026
Jul 8, 2026F0584Honor 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 DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 21, 2026
Jul 8, 2026F0679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 21, 2026
Jul 8, 2026F0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 21, 2026
Jul 8, 2026F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 21, 2026
Jul 8, 2026F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 21, 2026
Jul 8, 2026F0690Provide 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 DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 21, 2026
Jul 8, 2026F0761Ensure 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 DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 21, 2026
Jul 8, 2026F0813Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 21, 2026
Jul 8, 2026F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection Control DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Aug 21, 2026
Show the other 27 deficiencies
Older health deficiencies since Sep 30, 2023
DateTagDeficiencyScope and severityInspection typeStatus
May 12, 2026F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correction May 29, 2026
Jan 28, 2026F0559Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.Resident Rights DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 15, 2026
Jan 28, 2026F0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correction Feb 15, 2026
Nov 25, 2025F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection Control DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correction Dec 19, 2025
May 14, 2025F0727Have 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 DeficienciesF Potential for harm, widespreadStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jun 14, 2025
May 14, 2025F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesF Potential for harm, widespreadStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jun 14, 2025
May 14, 2025F0679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jun 14, 2025
May 14, 2025F0680Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jun 14, 2025
May 14, 2025F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy Service DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jun 14, 2025
May 14, 2025F0761Ensure 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 DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jun 14, 2025
May 14, 2025F0583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.Resident Rights DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jun 14, 2025
May 14, 2025F0584Honor 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 DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jun 14, 2025
May 14, 2025F0690Provide 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 DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jun 14, 2025
May 14, 2025F0921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.Environmental DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Jun 14, 2025
Feb 20, 2025F0583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.Resident Rights DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correction Mar 20, 2025
Feb 20, 2025F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correction Mar 20, 2025
Apr 9, 2024F0801Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesF Potential for harm, widespreadStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 26, 2024
Apr 9, 2024F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesF Potential for harm, widespreadStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 26, 2024
Apr 9, 2024F0584Honor 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 DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 26, 2024
Apr 9, 2024F0727Have 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 DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 26, 2024
Apr 9, 2024F0809Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 26, 2024
Apr 9, 2024F0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 26, 2024
Apr 9, 2024F0655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedResident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 26, 2024
Apr 9, 2024F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correction Apr 26, 2024
Nov 14, 2023F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection Control DeficienciesE Potential for harm, patternComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correction Dec 11, 2023
Nov 14, 2023F0580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Resident Rights DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correction Dec 11, 2023
Nov 14, 2023F0635Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesD Potential for harm, isolatedComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correction Dec 11, 2023

Staffing

Total nurse staffing

Reported hours per resident per day.

  • This nursing home3.25 hours
  • Texas average3.39 hours (1,148 with data)
  • U.S. average3.86 hours (14,351 with data)

Registered nurse staffing

Reported hours per resident per day.

  • This nursing home0.38 hours
  • Texas average0.43 hours (1,148 with data)
  • U.S. average0.69 hours (14,351 with data)

Nursing staff turnover

Share of nursing staff who left during the year, as reported to CMS.

  • This nursing home65.6%
  • Texas average55.3% (1,051 with data)
  • U.S. average45.8% (13,538 with data)

Penalties

CMS lists 0 penalties for this nursing home: 0 fines totaling $0, and 0 payment denials. CMS counts penalties from the last 3 years.

Facility details

Certified beds120
Average residents per day43.1
OwnershipFor profit - Corporation
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
Inside a hospitalNo
Continuing care retirement communityNo
Resident and family councilResident
Automatic sprinklers in all required areasYes
ChainAvir Health Group (118 facilities)
Legal business nameCHILDRESS COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT
First approved for Medicare and MedicaidJul 16, 1992
CountyChildress
CMS certification number675055

Also in Childress

Hospitals in Childress
HospitalCMS overall ratingTypeEmergency services
Childress Regional Medical CenterNot availableAcute Care HospitalsYes

All 1 nursing home and 1 hospital in Childress