Bainbridge Island, WA · 58 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Bainbridge Island's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,920–$15,030/mo
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Washington Veteran Home-Retsil
1141 Beach Drive, PT Orchard, WA 98366 · Kitsap County
80
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.Photos via google places.
Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 96% full (230 of 240 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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in PT Orchard
Washington Veteran Home-Retsil is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in PT Orchard, WA, with 240 certified beds and an average of about 230 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.95 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.94 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 44.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 19 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $23,920 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.95 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •19 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in PT Orchard for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 240
- Avg. residents/day
- 230
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 505517
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 | $11,920–$15,030/mo (median $13,110) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Bremerton 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
- 3.95
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.94
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 44.5%
- 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)
- 19
- Federal fines
- 1 ($23,920)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-04-28
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (52 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-07-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2025-07-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-07-02Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-04-28Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2025-04-28Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
2025-04-28Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-04-28Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-02 | Fine | $23,920 |
| 2025-03-14 | Payment denial | — |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Scheduled transportation
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
1141 Beach Drive, PT Orchard, WA
Reviews & reputation
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How much does Washington Veteran Home-Retsil cost?
Washington Veteran Home-Retsil does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the PT Orchard, WA area typically runs $11,920–$15,030 per month (median $13,110, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Washington Veteran Home-Retsil's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Washington Veteran Home-Retsil 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Washington Veteran Home-Retsil?
Staff provide about 3.95 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 44.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Washington Veteran Home-Retsil?
Washington Veteran Home-Retsil has 52 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-28). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Washington Veteran Home-Retsil have availability?
Typically 96% full (230 of 240 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 Washington Veteran Home-Retsil offer?
Washington Veteran Home-Retsil in PT Orchard, WA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 240 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
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- The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
- Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.
Your next steps — this week
- 1Confirm the fitCheck the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
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- 3Tour 2–3 communitiesCompare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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