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

SHORELINE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION

SEATTLE, WA · 114 certified beds · Last Life Safety survey March 24, 2026

CMS Certification Number 505262 · first certified April 1982

Ownership

Operated by THE ENSIGN GROUP · For profit - Corporation

  • Ownership changed June 1, 2021 (change of ownership)from NORTH LAKE 5-O LLC
70
Citations on file
Rolling three-year window
5
Life Safety surveys
In the same window
16
Tags cited more than once
Across separate surveys
21
Inspection & testing records
Of the citations on file

Position within WA

70 citations — more than 98% 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

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

The latest survey found 39 citations; the earlier surveys in the window averaged 7.8. With 5 surveys on file this is a direction of travel, not a conclusion.

When is the next survey likely?

The window opens March 2027 — about 5 months from now. This facility’s last Life Safety survey was March 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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Which alerts

6 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

29 of the 70 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)

5 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 70 Life Safety citations above. The Physical Environment Index

  • 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.

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.

This facility70WA median31National median11
Citations on file over three years, compared
MeasureCitations
This facility70
Median facility in WA31
Median facility nationally11

Survey history

Citations at each Life Safety survey
222023-1062024-1222025-1012025-12392026-03
Citations at each Life Safety survey
Survey dateCitations
October 2, 202322
December 19, 20246
October 23, 20252
December 19, 20251
March 24, 202639

Most-cited tags

Most-cited tags at this facility
K-05114K-09183K-03533K-03242E-00342E-00042E-00252K-07122
Most-cited tags at this facility
TagWhat the surveyor checksTimes citedLast cited
K-0511Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.42026-03-24
K-0918Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.32026-03-24
K-0353Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.32026-03-24
K-0324Provide properly protected cooking facilities.22026-03-24
E-0034Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs.22026-03-24
E-0004Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).22026-03-24
E-0025Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.22026-03-24
K-0712Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.22026-03-24

What the citations cover

Citations by CMS category
  • Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies 29
  • Smoke Deficiencies 14
  • Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies 8
  • Egress Deficiencies 6
  • Other 13
Citations by CMS category
CategoryCitations
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies29
Smoke Deficiencies14
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies8
Egress Deficiencies6
Services Deficiencies6
Miscellaneous Deficiencies5
Construction Deficiencies2

Every citation on file

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

March 24, 2026 — 39 citations

Citations issued on March 24, 2026
TagWhat the surveyor checksStatus
E-0004Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
E-0006Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
E-0007Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
E-0009Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
E-0015Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
E-0018Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
E-0020Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
E-0022Establish policies and procedures for sheltering.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
E-0023Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
E-0024Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
E-0025Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
E-0030List the names and contact information of those in the facility.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
E-0031Provide emergency officials' contact information.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
E-0033Establish methods for sharing information.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
E-0034Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
E-0036Establish emergency prep training and testing.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
E-0037Establish staff and initial training requirements.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
E-0039Conduct testing and exercise requirements.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
K-0100Meet other general requirements.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
K-0161Use approved construction type or materials.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
K-0211Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
K-0281Install proper backup exit lighting.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
K-0293Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
K-0324Provide properly protected cooking facilities.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
K-0345Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
K-0346Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
K-0351Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
K-0353Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
K-0354Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
K-0355Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
K-0511Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
K-0711Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
K-0712Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
K-0753Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
K-0781Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
K-0916Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
K-0918Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
K-0920Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)
K-0926Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 22, 2026)

December 19, 2025 — 1 citation

Citations issued on December 19, 2025
TagWhat the surveyor checksStatus
K-0918Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (December 24, 2025)

October 23, 2025 — 2 citations

Citations issued on October 23, 2025
TagWhat the surveyor checksStatus
K-0355Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 27, 2025)
K-0511Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (October 27, 2025)

December 19, 2024 — 6 citations

Citations issued on December 19, 2024
TagWhat the surveyor checksStatus
E-0004Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 14, 2025)
K-0321Ensure 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 (January 14, 2025)
K-0324Provide properly protected cooking facilities.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 21, 2025)
K-0353Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 21, 2025)
K-0511Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 14, 2025)
K-0915Have proper power supply for life support equipment.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 14, 2025)

October 2, 2023 — 22 citations

Citations issued on October 2, 2023
TagWhat the surveyor checksStatus
E-0015Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 14, 2023)
E-0018Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 14, 2023)
E-0020Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 14, 2023)
E-0025Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 14, 2023)
E-0026Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 14, 2023)
E-0032Provide primary/alternate means for communication.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 14, 2023)
E-0033Establish methods for sharing information.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 14, 2023)
E-0034Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 14, 2023)
E-0035Provide family notifications of emergency plan.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 14, 2023)
E-0039Conduct testing and exercise requirements.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 14, 2023)
K-0211Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 14, 2023)
K-0225Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 14, 2023)
K-0291Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 14, 2023)
K-0321Ensure 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 (November 14, 2023)
K-0353Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 14, 2023)
K-0363Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 14, 2023)
K-0511Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 14, 2023)
K-0521Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (December 5, 2023)
K-0531Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 14, 2023)
K-0712Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 14, 2023)
K-0918Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 14, 2023)
K-0923Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 14, 2023)

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