2216 West Main Street, Des Arc, AR 72040 · Prairie County · (870) 256-4194
98 certified beds, about 57 residents a day · For profit - Limited Liability company · Medicare and Medicaid since 1994
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 045236 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
At its most recent standard inspection, on July 23, 2026, inspectors cited 1 health deficiency (the Arkansas average is 2.7, the national average 9.2).
Of 26 health citations since January 2024, 4 were rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents (4 immediate jeopardy).
CMS lists 1 fine totaling $8,021 in the last three years; the largest was $8,021, and the latest is dated January 12, 2024.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 3.83 hours per resident per day, against 4.02 across Arkansas and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.49 of those hours.
47.1% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (Arkansas average 49.5%).
CMS links it to Southern Administrative Services, an affiliated group of 35 nursing homes.
Federal rules call for a standard inspection at least every 15 months, plus a visit whenever a complaint is filed. Each mark below is one citation, colored by how serious inspectors rated it. How to read a citation.
Under each citation, the quoted text is the inspector's own summary from the federal statement of deficiencies (CMS form 2567), word for word apart from a privacy scrub; CMS removes residents' and staff names before it publishes the text. The full notes are on Medicare.gov.
CMS rates every citation by how much harm it caused (rows) and how many residents it touched (columns). The count in each box is this home's, across all 26 health citations on file.
Inspectors wroteNumber of residents sampled: Number of residents cited: Based on facility policy and document review, observations, and interviews the facility failed to ensure staff performed hand hygiene during medication administration to prevent the spread of infection and cross contamination. This failed practice had the potential to spread infection to five (Resident #2, #62, #64, #44, and #28) of eight residents observed during medication administration.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, record review, facility document review, and facility policy review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure the internal components of the ice machine were cleaned and the container for storing the ice scoop were cleaned when reviewed for safety and infection control to prevent waterborne illnesses.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure call lights were placed in reach for resident's use and failed to ensure residents with functional limited range of motion call lights were placed in reach and accessible for use for 3 (Resident #27, Resident #35, and Resident #270) of 59 sampled residents.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, interviews, facility document review, it was determined that the facility failed to complete an accurate Minimum Data Set (MDS) for 1 (Resident #7) of 8 sample mix residents reviewed for MDS accuracy.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews, record review, facility document review, and facility policy review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure the comprehensive care plan addressed and individualized appropriate care and services for 3 (Resident #20, # 37, 30) of 14 sample mix residents reviewed for care plans.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, and facility document review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure mechanical soft food was ground to the right consistency to meet the needs of residents who required a mechanical soft diet during one (1) of one (1) meal service observed. The failed practice had the potential to affect eight (8) residents who required mechanical soft diets.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, record review, and facility policy review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure infection control processes are maintained for 2 (Resident #8 and #270) residents of 3 residents reviewed for improper handling of eating utensils and not being under contact isolation for communicable disease.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interviews, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure dignity was maintained for 1 (Resident #10) of 1 sampled resident reviewed for dignity while passing meal trays.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews, record review, facility document review, and facility policy review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure Advance Directives were up to date in the electronic medical record (EMR) for 1 (Resident #24) of 1 resident reviewed for Advance Directives.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, and record reviews, the facility failed to ensure residents with injuries of unknown sources were identified and reported in an appropriate and timely manner, to rule out the possibility of abuse for 1 (Resident #29) of 1 sampled resident who had an injury to the skin from an unknown source. This failed practice resulted in noncompliance at the level of Immediate Jeopardy, which caused or could have caused serious injury, serious harm, and or possible death, and had the potential to cause more than minimum harm to 66 residents who resided in the facility according to the Roster Matrix provided by the Administrator on 1/8/2024 at 10:48 AM. The Administrator was informed of the Immediate Jeopardy condition on 1/11/2024 at 12:23 PM. The State Office accepted the Plan of Removal, and the Immediate Jeopardy was removed on 1/12/2024 at 9:50 AM.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, and record reviews, the facility failed to ensure residents with injuries of unknown sources were identified and reported in an appropriate and timely manner, which resulted in failure to thoroughly and immediately investigate and rule out the possibility of abuse, for 1 (Resident #29) of 1 sampled resident who had an injury to the skin from an unknown source. This failed practice resulted in noncompliance at the level of Immediate Jeopardy, which caused or could have caused serious injury, serious harm, and or possible death, and had the potential to cause more than minimum harm to 66 residents who resided in the facility according to the Roster Matrix provided by the Administrator on 1/8/2024 at 10:48 AM. The Administrator was informed of the Immediate Jeopardy condition on 1/11/2024 at 12:23 PM. [...]
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure staff correctly and safely used a mechanical lift to transfer a resident; and failed to ensure staff secured a specialized chair while assisting the resident when using a mechanical lift according to the manufacturer's instructions for 1 (Resident #33) of 1 sampled resident observed during a lift transfer using a mechanical lift to prevent potential serious injury, serious harm, and possible death. This failed practice resulted in Immediate Jeopardy, which caused or was likely to cause serious harm, injury, or death to Resident #33, who was transferred using a malfunctioned mechanical lift and was transferred into a specialized chair that was not secured during immobility. [...]
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) were able to demonstrate competency in safely conducting manual transfers to prevent potential serious injury, serious harm, and or death for 1 (Resident #33) of 1 sampled resident who required assistance with transfers. The failed practice had the potential to affect 19 residents who required assistance with transfers using a mechanical/manual lift according to a list provided by the Director of Nursing (DON) on 1/12/2024 at 10:37 a.m. This failed practice resulted in non-compliance at the level of Immediate Jeopardy. The Administrator was notified of the Immediate Jeopardy on 1/10/2024 at 3:36 PM. The State Office accepted the Plan of Removal on 1/11/2024 at 1:46 PM.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure food items were labeled, dated, stored properly in sealed packaging, and the dishes were properly cleaned and sanitized, to prevent growth of bacteria, for residents who receive meals from 1 of 1 kitchen. This failed practice had the potential to affect 66 residents who receive meals from the kitchen, according to list provided by the Dietary Manager on 1/11/2024 at 3:30 p.m.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure staff sat at eye level while assisting residents with meals for 2 (Residents #22 and #33) of 2 sampled residents who required assistance with meals; and failed to provide privacy during care for 1 (Resident #33) of 1 sampled resident who required assistance with activities of daily living.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure 1 (Resident #222) of 1 sampled resident received lunch choices ordered the morning of 1/8/2024.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a safe, clean, comfortable homelike environment was maintained by failing to ensure resident bathrooms were cleaned, foul odors were addressed on the Secure Unit, vinyl furniture was repaired, tiles and bedside tables were maintained and repaired, dead insects were cleaned from window seals, empty urine bottles were stored appropriately, burnt out lightbulbs were changed, and baseboards, walls, and floors were repaired throughout the facility. This failed practice had the potential to affect 66 residents residing in the facility, based on a Midnight Census Report dated 1/7/2024 provided by the Business Office Manager on 01/8/24 at 10:30 AM.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure nail care was regularly provided for 1 (Resident #221) of 1 sampled resident who was dependent for nail care and oral care was regularly provided for 1 (Resident #223) of 1 sampled resident who was dependent for oral care to maintain good hygiene, promote a sense of wellbeing, and prevent potential injuries or infections.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide skin treatment for 1 (Resident #18) sampled resident who had a dry red rash to the face and neck.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure physician's orders for cleaning the BiPAP (bilevel positive airway pressure) mask and machine were followed for 1 (Resident #16) of 1 sampled resident and an oxygen humidifier bottle was adequately filled with water and deemed safe for administration for 1 (Resident #52) of 1 sampled resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and record review, the facility failed to remove expired medications and note open dates on labels of opened multi-dose containers.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement program (QAPI) Committee developed and implemented appropriate plans of action to prevent repeated deficiencies for F561 Self Determination; F645 Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) evaluation for Mental Disorder and Intellectual Disorder, F 657 Care Plan Timing & Revision and F 812 Food Procurement, Store/Prepare/Serve and F 689 Free from Accidents/Hazards which resulted in Immediate Jeopardy. These failed practices had the potential to affect 66 residents as identified on the Resident Matrix provided by the Administrator on 01/08/24 at 09:35 am.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure infection control measures, including handwashing and/or glove changes between dirty and clean tasks; and residents were clean of feces after incontinent care for 1 (Resident #33) of 1 sample resident; the oxygen nasal cannula was contained for 1 (Resident #53) of 1 sampled resident; and urinals were not hanging on trash cans for 1 (Resident #56) of 1 sampled resident; and housekeeping staff performed hand hygiene/or used gloves to remove a wet black substance from the environment to prevent the spread of infection and or transmission of diseases.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment for residents and staff on halls 300, 400, and 600.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure a resident with mental disorder was referred for a level II PASRR [Preadmission Screening and Resident Review] evaluation for one (Resident #28) of 1 sampled resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, observation and record review, the facility failed to review and revise the resident care plan in a timely manner to address a decline in function for 1 (Resident #3) sampled resident.
4 fire safety citations on file: 4 on January 12, 2024.
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| January 12, 2024 | Fine | $8,021 |
A payment denial means Medicare and Medicaid stopped paying for new admissions for that period.
Hours of care per resident per day, from the payroll records every home sends CMS. Higher means more staff time with each resident.
| Measure | This home | Arkansas | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 3.83 | 4.02 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 0.49 | 0.41 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 3.34 | 3.45 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 2.62 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 0.72 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 47.1% | 49.5% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 33.3% | 44.8% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 2 |
CMS expects 3.20 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.
Every nursing home sends CMS its staff hours for each day (the Payroll Based Journal). Here they are added up by quarter. The latest quarter is the one behind the figures above. In January to March 2026, nursing staff hours per resident were 4.03 on weekdays and 3.34 on weekends, 17% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 2.3% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 3.90 in April to June 2025 to 3.83 in January to March 2026.
| Quarter | All nursing staff | Registered nurses | Weekdays | Weekends | Contract staff share | Days with no RN hours | Residents a day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.83 | 0.49 | 4.03 | 3.34 | 2.3% | 0 of 90 | 57 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 4.24 | 0.67 | 4.42 | 3.76 | 2.5% | 0 of 92 | 50 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 4.03 | 0.70 | 4.22 | 3.54 | 2.2% | 0 of 92 | 56 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 3.90 | 0.63 | 4.16 | 3.23 | 2.0% | 0 of 91 | 62 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| Arkansas, Jan to Mar 2026 | 4.05 | 0.40 | 4.28 | 3.47 | 2.0% | 0.1% of days |
Hours per resident per day: staff hours in the quarter divided by resident days (the daily census CMS derives from resident assessments). Registered nurses include the director of nursing and RNs with administrative duties; aides include nurse aides in training and medication aides, as in CMS's own staffing measure. How these are calculated.
Staff pay reports
No staff pay figure for this home has passed review yet. A figure appears only after at least 5 reports from at least 3 different people, sent over at least 60 days, have passed review. If you work here, your report helps start one.
| Job | Median | Middle half | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas, all employers | |||
| CNAs (nursing assistants) | $16.55 | $14.52 to $17.34 | 17,260 |
| LPNs and LVNs | $27.22 | $23.82 to $29.43 | 10,010 |
| Registered nurses | $37.95 | $32.04 to $43.40 | 29,400 |
| United States, nursing care facilities | |||
| CNAs (nursing assistants) | $20.67 | $17.91 to $22.55 | 534,270 |
| LPNs and LVNs | $33.86 | $30.05 to $37.40 | 188,210 |
| Registered nurses | $41.11 | $37.85 to $47.68 | 142,270 |
Hourly wages; the middle half runs from the 25th to the 75th percentile. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. BLS has no separate estimate for medication aides. These are survey estimates for whole occupations, not figures for any one home.
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | Arkansas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 5.4 | 9.5 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.5 | 1.2 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 3.2 | 3.9 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 4.3 | 1.3 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 4.6 | 10.1 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 5.6 | 4.2 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 10.1 | 10.9 | 15.4 |
For a stay to recover after a hospital visit, these are the results CMS publishes for Des Arc Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's Medicare short-stay residents. On returning residents home or to the community, CMS rates it no different from the national rate (53.3% of residents, after adjusting for how sick they were). How to read these, and what Medicare pays for.
53.3% this home
No different from the national rate
US median of homes 51.5% · Arkansas: 7 better, 25 worse
Rate of successful return to home or community from a SNF (risk-standardized discharge to community rate). Higher is better. October 2022 to September 2024. 35 eligible stays.
10.7% this home
No different from the national rate
US median of homes 10.7% · Arkansas: 0 better, 3 worse
Rate of potentially preventable hospital readmissions 30 days after discharge from a SNF (risk-standardized rate). Lower is better. October 2022 to September 2024. 44 eligible stays.
7.3% this home
No different from the national rate
US median of homes 7.1% · Arkansas: 0 better, 7 worse
Percentage of infections residents got during their SNF stay that resulted in hospitalization (risk-standardized rate). Lower is better. October 2023 to September 2024. 28 eligible stays.
Not reported
CMS note: The number of residents or resident stays is too small to report. Call the facility to discuss this quality measure.
Median of homes: Arkansas64.4% · US 56.6%
Percentage of residents who are at or above an expected ability to care for themselves and move around at discharge. Higher is better. October 2024 to September 2025. 15 residents counted.
0.0% this home
Median of homes: Arkansas0.0% · US 0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience one or more falls with major injury during their SNF stay. Lower is better. October 2024 to September 2025. 22 residents counted.
18.1% this home
Median of homes: Arkansas2.7% · US 1.7%
Percentage of residents with pressure ulcers or pressure injuries that are new or worsened (adjusted rate). Lower is better. October 2024 to September 2025. 22 residents counted.
Not reported
CMS note: The number of residents or resident stays is too small to report. Call the facility to discuss this quality measure.
Median of homes: Arkansas98.8% · US 98.7%
Percentage of residents where the SNF provided a current medication list to the resident, family, and/or caregiver at final discharge. Higher is better. October 2024 to September 2025. 3 residents counted.
Source: CMS Skilled Nursing Facility Quality Reporting Program - Provider Data, released 2026-09-30. Better, no different and worse are CMS's own comparisons with the national rate, after adjusting for how sick residents were. Medians of homes and the state counts are worked out by us from the same file.
Legal business name: PRAIRIE SNF OPERATIONS LLC. CMS links this home to Southern Administrative Services, a group of 35 nursing homes averaging 3.9 stars overall.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4p2t1 Ops Holding LP | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Organization | 100% | 09/01/2019 |
| Jej Assets LP | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | Organization | 01/01/2022 | |
| Ponthie, Sharlot | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | Individual | 01/01/2022 | |
| Aschbrenner, Crystal | W-2 managing employee | Individual | 01/01/2022 | |
| Davis, Melora | W-2 managing employee | Individual | 09/01/2019 | |
| Ponthie, John | Corporate officer | Individual | 09/01/2019 | |
| Alexark1 LLC | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 01/01/2022 | |
| Jej Management, LLC | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 01/01/2022 |
As listed in the CMS ownership file, which names owners with a 5% or greater stake and the people and companies with operational or managerial control.
Chosen from this home's own inspection record.
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