Jefferson, LA · 30 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
One of Jefferson's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $7,460–$8,780/mo
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Chateau St. James Rehab and Retirement
1980 Jefferson Hwy, Lutcher, LA 70071 · St. James County
57
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.Photos via google places.
Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 61% full — availability is generally good.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Lutcher
Chateau St. James Rehab and Retirement is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Lutcher, LA, with 116 certified beds and an average of about 70 residents per day. It operates as part of the Priority Management network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.48 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.29 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.48 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Lutcher, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 116
- Avg. residents/day
- 70
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Priority Management
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 195304
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $7,460–$8,780/mo (median $7,920) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local New Orleans prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.48
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.29
- National avg ≈ 0.75
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 3
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-12-10
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (21 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-10Severity E — potential for harmResident 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.
2025-12-10Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
2025-12-10Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
2025-05-28Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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.
2025-05-28Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2024-11-08Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2024-11-08Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2024-11-08Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
1980 Jefferson Hwy, Lutcher, LA
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Chateau St. James Rehab and Retirement
How much does Chateau St. James Rehab and Retirement cost?
Chateau St. James Rehab and Retirement does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lutcher, LA area typically runs $7,460–$8,780 per month (median $7,920, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Chateau St. James Rehab and Retirement's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Chateau St. James Rehab and Retirement 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Chateau St. James Rehab and Retirement?
Staff provide about 3.48 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Chateau St. James Rehab and Retirement?
Chateau St. James Rehab and Retirement has 21 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-10). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Chateau St. James Rehab and Retirement have availability?
Typically 61% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Chateau St. James Rehab and Retirement offer?
Chateau St. James Rehab and Retirement in Lutcher, LA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 116 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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