Home / Washington / Seattle
Park Shore
1630 43rd Avenue East, Seattle, WA 98112 · King County · (206) 329-0770
28 certified beds, about 17 residents a day · Non profit - Corporation · Medicare and Medicaid since 1995
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 505493 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on December 8, 2025, inspectors cited 12 health deficiencies (the Washington average is 15.8, the national average 9.2).
Of 50 health citations since June 2023, 1 was rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents.
CMS lists no fines against this home in the last three years.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 4.26 hours per resident per day, against 4.36 across Washington and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 1.22 of those hours.
96.2% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (Washington average 45.1%).
Health inspections
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.
Where its citations fall on CMS's grid
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 50 health citations on file.
December 8, 2025Standard inspection · 12 citations
- E 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure handrail/support bars in resident bathrooms were maintained and were safe to use for 3 of 4 residents (Residents 23, 24 & 25) and failed to ensure plastic bags were not used as light switch pullcords for 2 of 4 residents (Residents 24 & 11), reviewed for environment. Additionally, the facility failed to ensure a homelike environment when medications were administered in the dining room for 1 of 11 residents (Resident 2), reviewed for medication administration. These failures placed the residents at risk for injury, a less than homelike environment, and a diminished quality of life.
- E 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure medications were secured for 2 of 2 medication carts (Medication Cart 1 and Medication Cart 2), reviewed for medication storage. This failure placed the residents at risk to have unintended access to medications and biologicals that should have been locked and/or compromised medications.
- E Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure foods were handled appropriately in accordance with professional standards of food safety for 5 of 5 refrigerators (PM [Evening] Production Floor Refrigerator, Walk-in Main 2 Refrigerator, Dairy Healthcare (HC)/Assisted Living (AL)] Dressing 3 Refrigerator, Second Floor Kitchen Refrigerator & Second Floor Resident Supplement Refrigerator), reviewed for food services. The failure to label and discard food items past the use by/best by date, placed the residents at risk for foodborne illness (caused by the ingestion of contaminated food or beverages), cross contamination, and a diminished quality of life.
- E Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure Enhanced Barrier Precaution (EBP-precaution to protect residents from multidrug-resistant organism [a germ that is resistant to medications that treat infections]) practices were followed for 2 of 9 residents (Residents 5 & 2), and failed to ensure Transmission Based Precautions (TBP- measures put in place to prevent spread of infection by staff wearing Personal Protective Equipment [PPE-use of gown, gloves, mask and/or face shield] before entering a resident's room or environment) practices were followed for 1 of 1 resident (Resident 1), reviewed for infection control. These failures placed the residents, visitors, and staff at an increased risk for infection and related complications.
- D Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure resident dignity was maintained related to indwelling urinary catheter (a semi-flexible tube inserted into the bladder to drain urine) use for 1 of 2 residents (Resident 8), reviewed for dignity. This failure placed the resident at risk for decreased self-worth and a diminished quality of life.
- D Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to provide a written transfer/discharge notice with the required information for 2 of 3 residents (Residents 5 & 3), reviewed for discharge process. This failure placed the residents at risk for not having an opportunity to make informed decisions about their transfer/discharge rights and a diminished quality of life.
- D Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to accurately assess 1 of 8 residents (Resident 10), reviewed for Minimum Data Set (MDS-an assessment tool). The failure to ensure accurate assessments regarding medications placed the resident at risk for unidentified and/or unmet care needs, and a diminished quality of life.
- D Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to develop a care plan for 2 of 8 residents (Residents 5 & 16), reviewed for comprehensive care plans. The failure to develop a care plan for antibiotic (medication to treat infections) use and discharge plan placed the residents at risk for unmet care needs and a diminished quality of life.
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to monitor residents taking diuretic (used to treat fluid retention or swelling) medications and/or failed to notify the provider of weight loss/gain for 3 of 4 residents (Residents 4, 10 & 11), reviewed for weight monitoring. The failure to obtain/monitor weights and measure abdominal girth (measurement around the abdomen) placed the residents at risk for unrecognized weight loss/gain, medical complications, and a diminished quality of life.
- D Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide respiratory care in accordance with accepted professional standards of practice for 1 of 2 residents (Resident 22), reviewed for respiratory care. The failure to properly store oxygen and nebulizer (medical device that turns liquid medication into a fine mist that can be inhaled through a mouthpiece or mask) equipment placed the resident at risk for respiratory infections, and related complications.
- D Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure 2 of 5 residents (Resident 4 & 16) were free from significant medication errors. The failure to document and/or provide medications placed the residents at risk for complications, decline in medical condition, and a diminished quality of life.
- C Post nurse staffing information every day.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure the posted daily nurse staffing information included the total number and actual hours worked by licensed and unlicensed nursing staff directly responsible for resident care per shift for 30 of 30 days (11/08/2025 to 12/08/2025), reviewed for posted nurse staffing information. The failure to post a complete and accurate form daily prevented the residents, family members, and visitors from exercising their rights to know the actual nursing staff hours worked in the facility.
September 12, 2025Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- E Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to provide routine and as needed medications as prescribed by the physician to meet the needs of 3 of 3 residents (Residents 1, 2 & 3), failed to ensure controlled drugs were accurately accounted for and timely discarded for 2 of 2 residents (Residents 1 and 4), reviewed for medication management and controlled drugs. In addition, the facility failed to document medication administration in accordance with professional standards for 1 of 1 resident (Resident 5), reviewed for medication administration. These failures placed residents at risk for uncontrolled pain, medication errors, negative outcomes, and placed the facility at risk for potential loss and/or drug diversion of the controlled medications.
- D Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to conduct a thorough investigation for 3 of 4 residents (Resident 1, 2 & 3), reviewed for incident investigations. This failure placed the residents at risk for repeated incidents, unidentified abuse and/or neglect, and a diminished quality of life.
October 16, 2024Standard inspection · 11 citations
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure foods stored were labeled/dated and discarded after the expiration date or use by date in accordance with professional standards for food safety for 2 of 2 refrigerators (Dairy Refrigerator and Main Walk-In Refrigerator) and 1 of 1 freezer (Walk-In Freezer), reviewed for food services. This failure placed the residents at risk for food borne illness [caused by the ingestion of contaminated food or beverages] and a diminished quality of life.
- F Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure an effective pest control program was maintained to keep the facility free of fruit flies (small insects that are attracted to ripe, rotting, or fermenting fruits and vegetables) in the kitchen area of the facility. This failure placed residents at risk for infection, maggot infestation (small, worm like bugs that hatch from fly eggs) and a diminished quality of life.
- E Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure glucometers (portable device used to measure blood sugar) were disinfected properly for 2 of 2 residents (Residents 168 & 14), clean insulin [medication that works by lowering levels of sugar in the blood] pen rubber seal prior to attaching a needle for 2 of 2 residents (Residents 168 & 14), and ensure Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP- gown and glove use to protect residents from multidrug-resistant organism [germ that is resistant to medications that treat infections]) practices were followed for 2 of 5 residents (Residents 12 & 68), reviewed for infection control. [...]
- D Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to accurately assess 1 of 10 residents (Resident 11), reviewed for Minimum Data Set (MDS - an assessment tool). The failure to ensure accurate assessments regarding active diagnosis placed the resident at risk for unidentified and/or unmet care needs, and a diminished quality of life.
- D PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the Pre-admission Screening and Resident Review (PASARR - a federally required screening of all individuals who has both an Intellectual Disability [ID] or Related Condition [RC] and a Serious Mental Illness [SMI] prior to admission to a Medicaid-certified nursing facility or a significant change of condition) form was completed prior to admission and according to the guidelines specified for 3 of 5 residents (Residents 11, 14 & 68), reviewed for unnecessary medications. This failure placed the residents at risk for inappropriate placement and/or lack of access to specialized services for residents with identified mental health diagnosis or disability.
- D Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to develop and implement care plans for 3 of 8 residents (Residents 14, 2 & 6), reviewed for comprehensive care plan. The failure to implement care plans for Activities of Daily Living (ADL), use of medication to reduce swelling, and use of psychoactive [mind-altering] medication to include target behaviors and non-pharmacological interventions placed the residents at risk for unmet care needs and a diminished quality of life.
- D Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to revise a comprehensive care plan for 1 of 10 residents (Resident 11), reviewed for care plan revision. The failure to revise the care plan for use of a diuretic (reduce swelling/fluid buildup in the body) and psychoactive [mind-altering] medications placed the resident at risk for unmet care needs and a diminished quality of life.
- D Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to provide necessary assistance with showering/bathing for 1 of 2 residents (Resident 2), reviewed for Activities of Daily Living (ADL). This failure placed the resident at risk for unmet care needs, and a diminished quality of life.
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure consistent communication and collaboration of care occurred between the facility and hospice care for 1 of 1 resident (Resident 2), reviewed for hospice services. In addition, the facility failed to ensure adverse side effects for diuretic medication (that helps with edema [swelling] to reduce fluid buildup in the body) use and monitoring of edema were conducted for 1 of 1 resident (Resident 11), reviewed for unnecessary medications. These failures placed the residents at risk for not receiving necessary comfort care services, unmet care needs, and a diminished quality of life.
- D Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure target behaviors and non-pharmacological interventions were identified and monitored for residents receiving psychotropic medications (drugs that affects how the brain works, and causes changes in mood, awareness, thoughts, feelings or behavior) for 2 of 5 residents (Residents 6 & 11), reviewed for unnecessary medications. This failure placed the residents at risk for receiving unnecessary medications, adverse side effects, and a diminished quality of life.
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to appropriately label and store drugs and/or biologicals for 1 of 1 medication refrigerator, reviewed for medication storage. This failure placed the residents at risk for receiving compromised and/or ineffective medications.
October 9, 2023Complaint inspection, Infection control · 1 citation
- E Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure used N95 respirator/mask were discarded, disinfection of face shields were conducted, and use of proper N95 were followed when caring for COVID-19 (a highly transmissible infectious virus that causes respiratory illness and in severe cases can cause difficulty breathing and could result in impairment or death) positive residents in 4 of 4 rooms (Rooms 202, 204, 206 & 208) to non-COVID positive resident in 1 of 1 room (room [ROOM NUMBER]), reviewed for infection control. This failure placed the residents at risk for facility acquired or healthcare-associated infections, and related complications.
June 16, 2023Standard inspection · 24 citations
- G Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure fall interventions were updated, to ensure care was provided to residents at the care level they were assessed to required, and that care staff had access to fall prevention interventions for 1 of 2 resident (Resident 8) reviewed for falls. This failure caused harm to Resident 8 who fell while ambulating and experienced a fractured left humerus (long bone in the arm that runs from the shoulder to the elbow). In addition, the facility failed to ensure 1 of 1 housekeeping storage rooms, reviewed for accident hazards, was locked. These failures placed all residents at potential risk for avoidable falls, injury, unsafe exposure to potentially hazardous cleaning chemicals, and a diminished quality of life.
- F Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure that unless the facility employed a full time Registered Dietitian, the director of food and nutrition services had completed an academic program in nutrition or dietetics (the application of the science of nutrition to the human being in health and disease) accredited (officially recognized or authorized) by an appropriate national accreditation organization. This failure placed residents at risk of receiving dietary services from staff without the required competencies and skills to carry out food and nutrition services management.
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure the foods stored in the kitchen were labeled/dated when first opened and ensure thermometers were properly sanitized between use for 2 of 2 kitchen (Main Kitchen and Second Floor Kitchen). In addition, the kitchen staff failed to put on hair restraints while preparing/cooking foods in the Main Kitchen. These failures placed the residents at risk for food borne illness (caused by the ingestion of contaminated food or beverages), cross contamination, and a diminished quality of life.
- F Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the facility assessment was updated to accurately determine and identify the resources needed for the facility's resident care needs. This failure had the potential to affect the provision of care and services for the residents who reside in the facility.
- E Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to develop a comprehensive care plan (CP) for 6 of 8 residents (Residents 7, 8, 6, 4, 9 & 13) reviewed for comprehensive person-centered care plan. The failure to develop CPs for residents' skin condition, edema (swelling), pain, self-administration of medications, walker, behavior, and respiratory care placed the residents at risk for unmet care needs and a diminished quality of life.
- E Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure clean linens were covered while transported to the second floor for 3 out of 3 linen closets (linen rooms 1, 2 and 3). In addition, the facility failed to consistently ensure policies and procedures (P/Ps) related to infection prevention and control were reviewed annually as required and the facility failed to perform hand hygiene during wound care. These failures placed the residents at risk for facility acquired or healthcare associated infections and related complications.
- D Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to complete a self-medication administration assessment for 1 of 1 resident (Resident 6) reviewed for medication at bedside. The failure to complete a self-administration medication assessment placed the resident at risk for medication errors and adverse medication interactions.
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a copy of the Advance Directives was obtained from the residents/representatives who have an Advanced Directives in place and ensure a copy was readily available in the medical records for 2 of 4 residents (Residents 10 and 9) reviewed for Advance Directives. This failure placed the residents at risk of losing their right to have their preferences and choices honored regarding emergent and end-of-life care situations.
- D Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to provide Skilled Nursing Facility - Advance Beneficiary Notices (SNF- ABN) to 2 of 3 residents (Residents 10 & 168) reviewed for beneficiary notifications. The failure to provide residents the information regarding changes in their Medicare services, including potential financial liability and appeal rights, deterred residents from exercising their right to decide on continuation of skilled services and costs associated, as required by the Medicare Program.
- D Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to report a fall with substantial injury to the State agency within 24 hours for 1 of 1 (Resident 8) reviewed for reporting. This failure placed the residents at risk for abuse and neglect.
- D Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to complete a thorough investigation for a fall with substantial injury for 1 of 1 (Resident 8) reviewed for falls. This failure placed the residents at risk for abuse and neglect.
- D Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to conduct a timely Significant Change in Status Assessment (SCSA) Minimum Data Set (MDS - an assessment tool) assessment for 1 of 2 residents (Resident 5) reviewed for significant change in status assessment. The failure to complete a significant change in status assessment within 14 days placed the resident at risk for unmet care needs and a diminished quality of life.
- D Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to complete and transmit resident assessment data to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) within the required timeframes for 2 of 11 residents (Residents 2 & 5) whose Minimum Data Set (MDS - an assessment tool) were reviewed for timeliness in completion and transmission/submission. The failure to ensure timely completion and transmission of MDS assessments and tracking records placed the residents at risk for unmet care needs and a diminished quality of life.
- D Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to accurately assess 2 of 11 residents (Residents 5 and 13) reviewed for Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment. The failure to ensure accurate assessments regarding prognosis of life expectancy of less than 6 months, pressure ulcer/injury (to skin and underlying tissue resulting from prolonged pressure on the skin), and Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) placed the residents at risk for unidentified or unmet care needs and a diminished quality of life.
- D PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) was completed for 1 of 5 residents (Resident 13) reviewed for PASRR. This failure placed the resident at risk for unmet care needs.
- D Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure baseline care plans were developed within 48 hours of admission to ensure continuity of care and/or to ensure a summary/copy of the baseline care plan was provided to the residents and/or their representatives for 2 of 3 residents (Residents 166 & 116) reviewed for baseline care plan. This failure resulted in the residents not being informed of their initial plan for delivery of care services and placed the residents at risk for unmet care needs.
- D Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to review and revise Care Plans (CPs) for 1 of 8 residents (Residents 8) reviewed for care planning. The failure to review and revise care plans by the interdisciplinary team after each assessment placed the residents at risk for unidentified/unmet care needs and a diminished quality of life.
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure resident-centered care and treatment were provided in accordance with professional standards of practice when facility staff failed to do skin evaluations, implement monitoring and interventions for skin care for 2 of 3 residents (Residents 7 & 166) reviewed for skin conditions. Additionally, the facility failed to ensure consistent communication and collaboration of care occurred between the facility and hospice care for 1 of 2 residents (Resident 5) reviewed for hospice services. These failures placed the residents at risk for wound infection, not receiving the necessary wound/skin treatments, not receiving necessary comfort care services, unmet care needs, and a diminished quality of life.
- D Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure resident receive necessary treatment, consistent with professional standards of practice to an existing pressure ulcer ( also known as pressure sores, are localized damage to the skin and/or underlying tissue that usually occur over bony parts of the body) for 1 of 1 resident (Resident 13) reviewed for pressure ulcer. This failure placed the resident at risk of worsening pressure ulcer.
- D Provide appropriate foot care.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to provide necessary foot care in accordance with professional standards for 1 of 1 resident (Resident 7) reviewed for ADLs (ADLs-Activities of Daily Livings) and foot care. This failure placed the resident at risk for pain/discomfort and diminished quality of life.
- D Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure proper care of a suction machine (a medical device used to remove mucus/saliva secretions/blood obstruction from a person's airway) including the suction tubing and suction canister for 1 of 2 crash cart (a medical device containing necessary equipment and supplies for use during emergencies) (Suction Machine in Second Floor Dining Room/Solarium). Additionally, the facility failed to ensure oxygen (O2) therapy was given according to standards of practice for 1 of 1 resident (Resident 13) reviewed for respiratory care. These failures placed the residents at risk for unmet care needs, respiratory infections, and related complications.
- D Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure monthly pharmacy recommendations were followed up on for 1 of 5 residents (Resident 6) reviewed for unnecessary medications. This failure placed the resident at risk of receiving unnecessary medications, medication-related adverse consequences, and a diminished quality of life.
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to properly label and store medications (no open date or not dating medications after opening it) and failed to ensure expired medications were disposed of timely in accordance with current accepted professional standards for 1 of 1 medication storage room and 1 of 2 medication carts (Cart 2) reviewed for medication storage. Additionally, the facility failed to maintain proper temperature for 1 of 2 refrigerators in the medication storage room (Refrigerator 1 for medication). This failure placed the residents at potential risk to receive expired medications and to receive compromised or ineffective medications with unknown potency.
- C Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure pre-planned menu posted in the dining room was accurately posted and updated with the current menu for 1 of 1 dining room (Second Floor Dining Room). This failure placed the residents, their representatives, and visitors at risk of not being fully informed of the current pre-planned menu.
Fire safety inspections
62 fire safety citations on file: 22 on December 8, 2025, 4 on October 16, 2024, 36 on June 16, 2023.
Every fire safety citation62 citations
- F Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
- F Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.
- F Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.
- F Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
- F Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.
- F Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
- F Establish policies and procedures for sheltering.
- F Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
- F List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
- F Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs.
- F Establish emergency prep training and testing.
- F Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
- F Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- F Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- F Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- F Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
- F Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- F Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.
- F Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- F Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
- D Meet other general requirements.
- D Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
- F Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- F Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- F Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- F Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
- F Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
- F Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
- F Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.
- F Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
- F Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.
- F Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
- F Establish policies and procedures for sheltering.
- F Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.
- F Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
- F Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.
- F List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
- F Establish methods for sharing information.
- F Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs.
- F Provide family notifications of emergency plan.
- F Establish emergency prep training and testing.
- F Establish staff and initial training requirements.
- F Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
- F Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
- F Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
- F Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- F Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- F Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- F Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
- F Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- F Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
- F Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- F To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
- F Ensure medical gas and vacuum systems have documented maintenance programs.
- F Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
- F Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- F Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
- F Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
- F Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
- E Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
- D Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
- D Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Fines and payment denials
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against this home in the last three years. The national average is 0.9 fines per home.
Staffing
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 | Washington | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 4.26 | 4.36 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 1.22 | 0.94 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 4.32 | 3.80 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 2.51 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 0.53 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 96.2% | 45.1% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 100.0% | 45.4% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 1 |
CMS expects 3.47 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.
Staffing by quarter, from daily payroll records
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 4.24 on weekdays and 4.32 on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 20.4% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 4.42 in April to June 2025 to 4.26 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 | 4.26 | 1.22 | 4.24 | 4.32 | 20.4% | 0 of 90 | 17 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 4.50 | 1.19 | 4.51 | 4.48 | 17.9% | 0 of 92 | 18 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 4.69 | 1.06 | 4.76 | 4.52 | 28.0% | 0 of 92 | 20 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 4.42 | 1.09 | 4.60 | 3.95 | 22.3% | 0 of 91 | 18 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| Washington, Jan to Mar 2026 | 4.21 | 0.90 | 4.44 | 3.66 | 3.7% | 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.
Quality measures
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | Washington | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 8.7 | 14.2 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 7.9 | 1.0 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 1.6 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 6.3 | 2.6 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 1.3 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 12.2 | 4.3 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 19.6 | 19.9 | 23.8 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 8.8 | 13.4 | 12.0 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: PRESBYTERIAN RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES NORTHWEST.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Presbyterian Retirement Communities Northwest | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Organization | 100% | 01/01/1966 |
| Hirche, Torsten | W-2 managing employee | Individual | 03/31/2014 | |
| McNamara, Kevin | Corporate director | Individual | 09/03/2013 | |
| Schwartz, Michael | Corporate director | Individual | 09/15/2016 | |
| Melhorn, James | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 06/01/2008 |
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.
Questions to ask on a visit
Chosen from this home's own inspection record.
- When is the care plan meeting, and can family attend it?Inspectors cited 13 problems in this area, most recently on December 8, 2025: "Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment."
- How do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 9 problems in this area, most recently on December 8, 2025: "Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals."
- How are medications reviewed, and how often are antipsychotic or sedating drugs used?Inspectors cited 7 problems in this area, most recently on December 8, 2025: "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."
- How do residents and families raise a complaint or grievance, and how fast is it answered?Inspectors cited 6 problems in this area, most recently on December 8, 2025: "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."
- How long has the current administrator been here?CMS counts 1 administrator who left in the period it measured.
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- The Terraces at Skyline Seattle, 3 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 55 citations
- Queen Anne Healthcare Seattle, 3.3 mi · 5 of 5 stars · 30 citations
- Columbia Lutheran Home Seattle, 3.8 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 46 citations
- Washington Care Center Seattle, 4.4 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 59 citations
Washington contacts for a concern about a nursing home
These are the official offices in Washington. NursingHomeClear cannot take or act on complaints.
- Inspections and complaints: Washington DSHS Aging and Long-Term Support Administration, Residential Care Services, the state agency that inspects nursing homes for CMS and takes complaints about care.
- Resident advocate: Washington State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, 1-800-562-6028. The long-term care ombudsman is a free, confidential advocate for residents and families, set up under the federal Older Americans Act.
Common questions
- What is Park Shore's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates Park Shore 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 3 for health inspections, 4 for staffing and 5 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did Park Shore get at its last inspection?
- 12 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on December 8, 2025. The Washington average is 15.8.
- Has Park Shore been fined?
- CMS lists no fines in the last three years.
- Does Park Shore accept Medicaid?
- It is certified to take Medicaid (CMS lists it as "Medicare and Medicaid"). Certification does not mean a Medicaid bed is open: ask the admissions office.
- Who owns Park Shore?
- CMS lists 5 owners and managers. Legal business name: PRESBYTERIAN RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES NORTHWEST.
Sources
- Ratings, staffing and fines: CMS Provider Information, released September 30, 2026, data as of September 1, 2026.
- Citations: CMS Health Deficiencies and Fire Safety Deficiencies.
- Owners: CMS Ownership. Penalties: CMS Penalties.
- Staffing by quarter: CMS Payroll Based Journal Daily Nurse Staffing, April 2025 to March 2026, summed by NursingHomeClear.
- Inspector summaries: CMS Full Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567 text), data as of September 1, 2026. Each quote is the part of the statement before the detailed findings.
- Inspection reports with the inspectors' full notes are on this home's Medicare.gov page.
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