Federal nursing home survey record · CMS-certified nursing home· Not a state assisted-living licensing record

AUBURN POST ACUTE

AUBURN, WA · 96 certified beds · Last Life Safety survey February 25, 2026

CMS Certification Number 505355 · first certified November 1989

Ownership

Independently operated (no chain recorded by CMS) · For profit - Limited Liability company

Ownership changed February 1, 2021 (change of ownership)from EMPRES AT AUBURN LLC

Citations on file

Rolling three-year window

Life Safety surveys

In the same window

Tags cited more than once

Across separate surveys

Inspection & testing records

Of the citations on file

Position within WA

47 citations — more than 80% of the 193 certified nursing homes in WA. Compared within WA rather than nationally because which state a facility is in explains about 30% of the variation in citation counts between facilities, while bed count explains under 1%. State survey agencies differ far more than the buildings do. How this is calculated

Improvingfewer citations at the latest survey than at its earlier surveys in the window.

The latest survey found 1 citation; the earlier surveys in the window averaged 15.3. With 4 surveys on file this is a direction of travel, not a conclusion.

When is the next survey likely?

The window opens February 2027 — about 4 months from now. This facility’s last Life Safety survey was February 2026. Facilities in WA are typically surveyed 12–15 months after the last one (median 13), measured over 320 consecutive surveys in the last two years of CMS records.

A range the record supports, not a prediction of a date. State agencies vary widely — from about 11 months in Pennsylvania to three years in Maryland. How the window is measured

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4 inspection-and-testing tags have been cited here at more than one survey. Nationally, that pattern is common: about three quarters of cited facilities have at least one repeated tag, and half of the facilities ever cited for sprinkler inspection and testing are cited for it again. A repeat is usually a recordkeeping gap rather than a new hazard.

Emergency preparedness

9 of the 47 citations on file are Emergency Preparedness E-tags. E-tags are cited under 42 CFR §483.73 and concern the emergency plan, training, drills, communications and supplies. Nationally about half of certified facilities have at least one. The Emergency Preparedness Index

Physical environment (health survey)

18 physical-environment citations on the health survey. Cited by the health surveyors under Appendix PP, not the Life Safety Code surveyor: equipment in safe operating condition, the call system, bed rails, pest control, hazards, the environment. Counted separately from the 47 Life Safety citations above. The Physical Environment Index

F-0689 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F-0919 Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
F-0926 Have policies on smoking.
F-0584 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.
F-0880 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F-0908 Keep all essential equipment working safely.

How that compares

Citations on file over three years

Compared with the median facility in WA, and nationally. Surveyors differ markedly between states, so the WA figure is the meaningful one.

Citations on file over three years, compared
Measure	Citations
This facility	47
Median facility in WA	31
Median facility nationally	11

Survey history

Citations at each Life Safety survey

Citations at each Life Safety survey
Survey date	Citations
January 12, 2022	6
September 28, 2023	19
January 31, 2025	21
February 25, 2026	1

Most-cited tags

Most-cited tags at this facility

Most-cited tags at this facility
Tag	What the surveyor checks	Times cited	Last cited
K-0511	Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.	3	2025-01-31
K-0363	Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.	3	2025-01-31
K-0921	Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.	3	2025-01-31
K-0741	Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.	2	2026-02-25
K-0374	Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.	2	2025-01-31
K-0761	To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.	2	2025-01-31
K-0920	Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.	2	2025-01-31
K-0211	Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.	2	2025-01-31

What the citations cover

Citations by CMS category

Smoke Deficiencies 13
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies 9
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies 9
Egress Deficiencies 6
Other 10

Citations by CMS category
Category	Citations
Smoke Deficiencies	13
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies	9
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies	9
Egress Deficiencies	6
Miscellaneous Deficiencies	5
Services Deficiencies	4
Construction Deficiencies	1

Every citation on file

As published by CMS, newest survey first. Descriptions are CMS’s own wording.

February 25, 2026 — 1 citation

Citations issued on February 25, 2026
Tag	What the surveyor checks	Status
K-0741	Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 1, 2026)

January 31, 2025 — 21 citations

Citations issued on January 31, 2025
Tag	What the surveyor checks	Status
E-0039	Conduct testing and exercise requirements.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 13, 2025)
K-0100	Meet other general requirements.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (February 28, 2025)
K-0211	Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (February 28, 2025)
K-0222	Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (February 28, 2025)
K-0293	Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (February 28, 2025)
K-0321	Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 24, 2025)
K-0345	Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (February 28, 2025)
K-0353	Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 24, 2025)
K-0355	Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 24, 2025)
K-0362	Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 30, 2025)
K-0363	Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 30, 2025)
K-0372	Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 24, 2025)
K-0374	Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 30, 2025)
K-0511	Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 30, 2025)
K-0741	Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 24, 2025)
K-0753	Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 30, 2025)
K-0761	To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 24, 2025)
K-0914	Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (March 24, 2025)
K-0918	Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (February 28, 2025)
K-0920	Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 30, 2025)
K-0921	Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 30, 2025)

September 28, 2023 — 19 citations

Citations issued on September 28, 2023
Tag	What the surveyor checks	Status
E-0015	Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 25, 2023)
E-0025	Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 25, 2023)
E-0026	Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 25, 2023)
E-0030	List the names and contact information of those in the facility.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 25, 2023)
E-0035	Provide family notifications of emergency plan.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 25, 2023)
E-0036	Establish emergency prep training and testing.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 25, 2023)
E-0037	Establish staff and initial training requirements.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 25, 2023)
E-0039	Conduct testing and exercise requirements.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 25, 2023)
K-0211	Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 25, 2023)
K-0293	Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 25, 2023)
K-0353	Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 25, 2023)
K-0363	Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 25, 2023)
K-0374	Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 25, 2023)
K-0511	Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 25, 2023)
K-0531	Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 25, 2023)
K-0761	To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 25, 2023)
K-0914	Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 25, 2023)
K-0921	Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 25, 2023)
K-0926	Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 25, 2023)

January 12, 2022 — 6 citations

Citations issued on January 12, 2022
Tag	What the surveyor checks	Status
K-0225	Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (February 10, 2022)
K-0311	Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (February 10, 2022)
K-0363	Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.	Waiver has been granted (February 10, 2022)
K-0511	Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (February 10, 2022)
K-0920	Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (February 10, 2022)
K-0921	Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.	Deficient, Provider has date of correction (February 10, 2022)

Reflects the CMS posting of August 1, 2026. Surveys conducted in the last few months may not appear yet.