Nehalem Valley Care Center — nursing home in Wheeler, OR

Facility type: Nursing home · SNF / NF
CMS provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
Certified beds: 50 CMS-certified beds (not state-licensed beds)
Licensed beds: State licensure is issued by the state survey agency. State license records are not yet ingested for this facility; the federal CMS certification is shown instead.
Average residents per day: 27.6 CMS, MDS-derived
CMS Certification Number: 385244
Certification status: Active CMS certification Verified
First approved (Medicare/Medicaid): May 1, 1994
Ownership type: Non profit - Corporation
Operator (legal business name): Wheeler Care Center LLC
CMS chain: Not part of a CMS-reported chain
Phone: (541) 275-8505
Resident & family council: Resident
Sprinklers in all required areas: Yes
Official profile: Medicare Care Compare ↗

Inspection record · CMS window

Verified

Inspections

8

latest Sep 4, 2026

Citations

39

26 health · 13 fire

Harm or worse

0

no immediate jeopardy

Severity	Isolated	Pattern	Widespread
Immediate jeopardy	J·	K·	L·
Actual harm	G·	H·	I·
Potential harm	D21	E12	F6
Minimal	A·	B·	C·

CMS publishes about the three most recent standard surveys plus complaint and infection-control inspections from the prior three years. Older findings leave the dataset; their absence is not evidence they never happened.

CMS Five-Star ratings

Federal · CMS

Overall

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Penalties · about the last 3 years

Fines

1

$16,801

Payment denials

0

Latest

Mar 7, 2024

Federal certification

Federal · CMS

Authority: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), surveyed by the state survey agency
CCN: 385244
Program: Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare (SNF): Certified
Medicaid (NF): Certified
Certified beds: 50
First approved: May 1, 1994
Located in a hospital: No
Status: Active CMS certification as of CMS release Oct 1, 2026
Evidence: Verified

State license

State licensure is issued by the state survey agency. State license records are not yet ingested for this facility; the federal CMS certification is shown instead. State coverage for Oregon.

Federal certification and the state license are different records. A nursing home is licensed by the state and, separately, certified by CMS to bill Medicare and/or Medicaid. We link them by the CCN when the state publishes it; otherwise by exact address, house number and street, or exact name within the same ZIP, and label that link as inferred. Never by name alone.

CMS publishes about the three most recent standard surveys plus complaint and infection-control inspections from the prior three years. Older findings leave the dataset; their absence is not evidence they never happened.

Date	Domain	Survey types	Citations	Most severe	Open
Sep 4, 2026	Fire safety	Fire Safety Standard	3	Potential harm	3	Open →
Sep 4, 2026	Health	Health Standard	5	Potential harm	5	Open →
Feb 19, 2026	Health	Health Complaint	1	Potential harm	—	Open →
Jun 26, 2025	Fire safety	Fire Safety Standard	3	Potential harm	—	Open →
Jun 26, 2025	Health	Health Complaint, Health Standard	6	Potential harm	—	Open →
Nov 12, 2024	Health	Health Complaint	1	Potential harm	—	Open →
Mar 7, 2024	Fire safety	Fire Safety Standard	7	Potential harm	—	Open →
Mar 7, 2024	Health	Health Standard	13	Potential harm	—	Open →

Enforcement

Penalties

Civil money penalties and denials of payment for new admissions, as published by CMS (about the last three years). Amounts may change on appeal.

Date	Type	Amount	Payment denial	Record
Mar 7, 2024	Civil money penalty (fine)	$16,801	—	385244\|Fine\|46427

Scope × severity

Severity	Isolated	Pattern	Widespread
Immediate jeopardy	J·	K·	L·
Actual harm	G·	H·	I·
Potential harm	D21	E12	F6
Minimal	A·	B·	C·

By concept

Date	Tag	Deficiency	Scope / severity	Correction	Flags
Sep 4, 2026	K-0321	Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Plan of correction, not yet verified Oct 24, 2026
Sep 4, 2026	K-0324	Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	D · Potential harm Isolated	Plan of correction, not yet verified Oct 24, 2026
Sep 4, 2026	K-0920	Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	D · Potential harm Isolated	Plan of correction, not yet verified Oct 24, 2026
Sep 4, 2026	F-0609	Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	D · Potential harm Isolated	Plan of correction, not yet verified Oct 24, 2026
Sep 4, 2026	F-0688	Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Plan of correction, not yet verified Oct 24, 2026
Sep 4, 2026	F-0725	Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Staffing & supervision	F · Potential harm Widespread	Plan of correction, not yet verified Oct 24, 2026
Sep 4, 2026	F-0812	Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Food, nutrition & hydration	E · Potential harm Pattern	Plan of correction, not yet verified Oct 24, 2026
Sep 4, 2026	F-0880	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Infection prevention	D · Potential harm Isolated	Plan of correction, not yet verified Oct 24, 2026
Feb 19, 2026	F-0677	Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Past non-compliance Sep 25, 2025	Complaint
Jun 26, 2025	K-0163	Install noncombustible or limited-combustible interior walls. Construction Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Aug 15, 2025
Jun 26, 2025	K-0324	Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Aug 15, 2025
Jun 26, 2025	K-0920	Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Aug 15, 2025
Jun 26, 2025	F-0550	Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Aug 15, 2025
Jun 26, 2025	F-0605	Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Aug 15, 2025
Jun 26, 2025	F-0725	Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Staffing & supervision	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Aug 15, 2025	Complaint
Jun 26, 2025	F-0727	Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Staffing & supervision	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Aug 15, 2025
Jun 26, 2025	F-0804	Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Food, nutrition & hydration	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Aug 15, 2025
Jun 26, 2025	F-0880	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Infection prevention	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Aug 15, 2025
Nov 12, 2024	F-0727	Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Staffing & supervision	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Jan 1, 2025	Complaint
Mar 7, 2024	E-0007	Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Emergency preparedness	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Apr 26, 2024
Mar 7, 2024	E-0015	Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Emergency preparedness	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Apr 26, 2024
Mar 7, 2024	E-0018	Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Emergency preparedness	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Apr 26, 2024
Mar 7, 2024	K-0293	Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Apr 26, 2024
Mar 7, 2024	K-0761	To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Apr 26, 2024
Mar 7, 2024	K-0791	Ensure that any exit in an area undergoing construction, repair, or improvements shall be inspected daily to ensure its ability to be used instantly in case of emergency. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Apr 26, 2024
Mar 7, 2024	K-0920	Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Apr 26, 2024
Mar 7, 2024	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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Apr 26, 2024
Mar 7, 2024	F-0655	Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Apr 26, 2024
Mar 7, 2024	F-0657	Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Apr 26, 2024
Mar 7, 2024	F-0677	Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Apr 26, 2024
Mar 7, 2024	F-0695	Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Apr 26, 2024
Mar 7, 2024	F-0725	Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Staffing & supervision	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Apr 26, 2024
Mar 7, 2024	F-0727	Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Staffing & supervision	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Apr 26, 2024
Mar 7, 2024	F-0759	Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Medication management	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Apr 26, 2024
Mar 7, 2024	F-0761	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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Medication management	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Apr 26, 2024
Mar 7, 2024	F-0801	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. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Food, nutrition & hydration	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Apr 26, 2024
Mar 7, 2024	F-0812	Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Food, nutrition & hydration	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Apr 26, 2024
Mar 7, 2024	F-0842	Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Apr 26, 2024
Mar 7, 2024	F-0849	Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Administration Deficiencies · Administration & records	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Apr 26, 2024

“Corrected” does not erase a citation: the historical finding stays listed with its disposition. Narrative statements of deficiencies are not part of the CMS dataset; see Care Compare for the official inspection report.

Five-Star ratings

Federal · CMS

Overallstate 3.2

Health inspectionsstate 2.8

Staffingstate 3.9

Quality measuresstate 3.7

Long-stay QM

Short-stay QM

CMS ratings apply to CMS-certified nursing homes only and are relative within each state. They are not a guarantee of any individual resident’s experience.

Nurse staffing · hours per resident per day

Total nurse staffing4.65

State avg 5.13US avg 3.90

Registered nurse (RN)0.45

State avg 0.76US avg 0.69

Licensed practical nurse0.96

State avg 0.89US avg 0.86

Nurse aide3.24

State avg 3.48US avg 2.35

Weekend total nurse4.41

State avg 4.56US avg 3.43

Reported from Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ) data, as published by CMS. Case-mix adjusted total: 4.77 (case-mix index 1.37).

Staff turnover

Total nursing staff turnover63.9%

State avg 43.5%US avg 45.3%

Registered nurse turnoverNot reported

State avg 49.5%US avg 42.5%

Administrators who left1

State avg 1US avg 1

Health survey score

Cycle 1 standard survey: Sep 4, 2026
Cycle 1 health score: 40
Total weighted score: 45

Operating entity

Wheeler Care Center LLC

CMS legal business name of the certified provider. Operates this facility only.

VerifiedLinked by exact legal name

CMS chain

Not part of a CMS-reported chain.

Ownership disclosures

Disclosures

7

Organizations

2

Individuals

5

Direct & indirect ownership

Owners of record

Name	Type	Role (Carefield group)	CMS role text	Share	Since
Nehalem Bay Health District	Organization	Direct owner	5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST	100%	Jan 1, 2011

CMS Ownership file

All disclosed roles

Operator, owners, managers, officers and lenders are distinct roles and are never flattened into one entity. Organizations link across facilities by exact normalized legal name; individuals are listed per facility only.

Name	Type	Role (Carefield group)	CMS role text	Share	Since
Nehalem Bay Health District	Organization	Direct owner	5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST	100%	Jan 1, 2011
Aidan Health Services Inc	Organization	Operational / managerial control	OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL	not provided	Jan 1, 2017
Dane Jensen	Individual	Operational / managerial control	OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL	not provided	Jan 10, 2023
James Goble	Individual	Corporate officer / director	CORPORATE DIRECTOR	not provided	Jan 1, 2011
Theodore Weissbach	Individual	Corporate officer / director	CORPORATE DIRECTOR	not provided	Jan 1, 2011
Joseph Zagata	Individual	Corporate officer / director	CORPORATE DIRECTOR	not provided	Jan 1, 2011
Dane Jensen	Individual	Corporate officer / director	CORPORATE OFFICER	not provided	Jan 10, 2023

No building or property record is linked to this facility yet. Parcel, assessor and building-permit joins will be added only where a valid site match exists.

Coordinates as published by CMS.

Address: 280 Rowe Street, Wheeler, OR 97147
ZIP: 97147
County: Tillamook County FIPS 41057
State: Oregon
Urban / rural (CMS): Rural

Within ~25 km

Nearby nursing homes

No nearby facilities with coordinates.

Source	Record	Facts	Evidence	Source release	Retrieved
CMS Provider Information US-CMS	385244	name, address, phone, certification, certified_beds, ownership_type, legal_business_name, chain	Verified	Oct 1, 2026	Nov 7, 2026
CMS Provider Information US-CMS	385244	ratings, staffing, health_survey_score Five-Star ratings and PBJ staffing apply to the CMS-certified universe only.	Verified	Oct 1, 2026	Nov 7, 2026

Record-level source links for CCN 385244

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