NHC Healthcare, Johnson City
Scout 90Johnson City, TN · 167 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Johnson City's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,290–$10,370/mo
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The Waters of Johnson City, LLC
140 Technology Lane, Johnson City, TN 37604 · Washington County
Rehabilitation and skilled nursing center. Dedicated to providing you with exceptional care. Short-term or long-term, you will see lifelong results.
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.Photos via google places.
Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 88% full (74 of 84 beds occupied on an average day).
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Johnson City
The Waters of Johnson City, LLC is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Johnson City, TN, with 84 certified beds and an average of about 74 residents per day. It operates as part of the Infinity Healthcare Consulting network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.50 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.37 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 60.5%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.50 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Johnson City options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 84
- Avg. residents/day
- 74
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Infinity Healthcare Consulting
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 445487
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 | $8,290–$10,370/mo (median $9,080) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Johnson City 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
- 3.50
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.37
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 60.5%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 7
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-02-25
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (12 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-02-25Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
2025-02-25Severity D — potential for harmResident 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.
2025-02-25Severity D — 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.
2025-02-25Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2025-02-25Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
2025-02-25Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
2025-02-25Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-02-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
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
Location
140 Technology Lane, Johnson City, TN
- 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 The Waters of Johnson City, LLC
How much does The Waters of Johnson City, LLC cost?
The Waters of Johnson City, LLC does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Johnson City, TN area typically runs $8,290–$10,370 per month (median $9,080, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is The Waters of Johnson City, LLC's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates The Waters of Johnson City, LLC 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at The Waters of Johnson City, LLC?
Staff provide about 3.50 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 60.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at The Waters of Johnson City, LLC?
The Waters of Johnson City, LLC has 12 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-25). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does The Waters of Johnson City, LLC have availability?
Typically 88% full (74 of 84 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does The Waters of Johnson City, LLC offer?
The Waters of Johnson City, LLC in Johnson City, TN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 84 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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