WHEATRIDGE PARK CARE CENTER — Nursing Home in LIBERAL, KS
CMS Five-Star Rating
Based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures
Facility Overview
| Certified Beds | 51 |
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| Average Residents/Day | 42.5 |
| CMS Certification Number | 175459 |
Staffing Levels
Hours Per Resident Day (HPRD)
| Total Nurse Staffing | 3.48 HPRD |
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| RN Staffing | 0.55 HPRD |
Health Inspection Findings & Deficiencies
WHEATRIDGE PARK CARE CENTER had 24 health inspection deficiencies on its most recent inspection (September 16, 2024), including 2 classified as severe.
Inspection Findings — September 16, 2024
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Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. (Level D)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. (Level D)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. (Level D)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. (Level E)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. (Level D)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. (Level E)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. (Level E)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. (Level E)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. (Level D)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. (Level D)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. (Level D)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. (Level G)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (Level G)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. (Level E)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. (Level F)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Post nurse staffing information every day. (Level C)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Ensure 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. (Level F)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. (Level F)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. (Level F)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (Level E)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. (Level D)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Keep all essential equipment working safely. (Level F)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. (Level F)Corrected — October 7, 2024
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Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. (Level F)Corrected — October 7, 2024
Wheatridge Park Care Center is a 51-bed nursing home in Liberal, Kansas. It holds a 1-star CMS overall rating. Total nurse staffing is 3.5 hours per resident day, below the Kansas average of 4.1. Its most recent inspection, in September 2024, cited 24 deficiencies, 2 of them severe.
The fact sheet shows no clear strengths to highlight. Given the many recent deficiencies including some severe findings and the facility's below‑average nurse staffing, ask what specific steps they are taking to correct the cited problems and improve staffing and protections for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is WHEATRIDGE PARK CARE CENTER Medicare and Medicaid certified?
WHEATRIDGE PARK CARE CENTER is Medicare certified and Medicaid certified according to CMS data.
What is WHEATRIDGE PARK CARE CENTER's CMS star rating?
WHEATRIDGE PARK CARE CENTER has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars.
How is staffing at WHEATRIDGE PARK CARE CENTER?
WHEATRIDGE PARK CARE CENTER reports 3.47924 total nurse hours per resident day.
Has WHEATRIDGE PARK CARE CENTER had health inspection deficiencies?
On its most recent inspection, WHEATRIDGE PARK CARE CENTER had 24 total deficiencies, including 2 classified as severe.
How many beds does WHEATRIDGE PARK CARE CENTER have?
WHEATRIDGE PARK CARE CENTER has 51 certified beds.
Nearby Nursing Homes
- SOUTHWEST MEDICAL CENTER SNF — 3/5 — 0.8 mi
- GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY - LIBERAL — 2/5 — 1.1 mi
Data Source
This information is sourced from official CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) public datasets.
CMS Provider Information updated May 1, 2026.
CMS Survey Summary updated May 1, 2026.
CMS Health Deficiencies updated May 1, 2026.
CareQED last updated June 22, 2026.