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Tyler's Retreat at Iron Bridge

12001 Iron Bridge Rd, Chester, VA 23831 · Chesterfield County

Tyler's Retreat brings personalized skilled nursing and rehab to Chester, VA since 2010 — a state-of-the-art community near I-95 with a true hometown feel.

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Good

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 96% full (86 of 90 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Chester

Tyler's Retreat at Iron Bridge is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Chester, VA, with 90 certified beds and an average of about 86 residents per day. It operates as part of the Saber Healthcare Group network.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.67 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.79 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 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 nurse staffing (3.67 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Chester, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 90
Avg. residents/day: 86
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Saber Healthcare Group
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 495401

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

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$7,970–$10,460/mo (median $8,950)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Richmond prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.67; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.79; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 52%; 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): 4
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-08-13
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (45 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-08-13Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed …

2025-08-13Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-08-13Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

2025-08-13Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

2024-06-12Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

2024-06-12Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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.

2024-06-12Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

2024-06-12Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

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
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Library
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

12001 Iron Bridge Rd, Chester, VA

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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Common questions about Tyler's Retreat at Iron Bridge

How much does Tyler's Retreat at Iron Bridge cost?

Tyler's Retreat at Iron Bridge does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Chester, VA area typically runs $7,970–$10,460 per month (median $8,950, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Tyler's Retreat at Iron Bridge's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Tyler's Retreat at Iron Bridge 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Tyler's Retreat at Iron Bridge?

Staff provide about 3.67 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Tyler's Retreat at Iron Bridge?

Tyler's Retreat at Iron Bridge has 45 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-13). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Tyler's Retreat at Iron Bridge have availability?

Typically 96% full (86 of 90 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Tyler's Retreat at Iron Bridge offer?

Tyler's Retreat at Iron Bridge in Chester, VA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 90 beds.

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