COVENANT SHORES HEALTH CENTER in Mercer Island, WA has a 5 out of 5 overall rating, with strong staffing and quality scores and no fines in the last 24 months. Its reported nurse staffing is 4.28 hours per resident per day, above the federal benchmark of 4.1, and its health inspection rating is 4 out of 5 stars.
Last inspection: February 11, 2026Penalties, last 24 months: $0
Federal guidance recommends at least 4.1 nursing hours per resident each day. This facility reports 4.2797.
Staffing detail
Registered nurses
1.50
Licensed practical nurses
0.19
Nurse aides
2.59
Weekend nursing
3.86
Hours per resident per day.
Total staff turnover: 49%
Registered nurse turnover: 31%
Resident outcomes
Each measure compares a year ago with the most recent quarter. Green means the facility moved the right way; red means the wrong way.
Negative outcomes
Lower is better — fewer affected residents. A decrease is good (green); an increase is concerning (red).
Last yrNowTrend
Long-stay residents on antipsychotic medication
—10.3%—
Residents with a fall causing major injury
—0%—
Residents with pressure ulcers (bedsores)
—4.2%—
Residents with a urinary tract infection
—1.8%—
Residents who lost too much weight
—13.7%—
Residents who were physically restrained
—0%—
Residents needing more help with daily activities
—18.4%—
Long-stay residents on antianxiety or sleep medication
—25%—
Short-stay residents newly given an antipsychotic
3.3%0.8%Improving
Residents with a long-term catheter
—1.8%—
Residents with new or worsening incontinence
—18.2%—
Residents with depressive symptoms
—0%—
Positive outcomes
Higher is better — e.g. vaccinations. An increase is good (green); a decrease is concerning (red).
Last yrNowTrend
Long-stay residents given the seasonal flu vaccine
—95.5%—
Long-stay residents given the pneumonia vaccine
—100%—
Short-stay residents given the seasonal flu vaccine
—98.7%—
Short-stay residents given the pneumonia vaccine
99.3%98.3%Worsening
What the inspectors found
The home failed to notify the resident and family in time before a transfer or discharge, including their right to appeal. Cited December 2024 — widespread issue, potential for harm.
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F-Tag 623 — 42 CFR §483.15 — S/S: F
The home failed to make sure food was safely sourced, stored, prepared, and served according to professional standards. Cited September 2023 — widespread issue, potential for harm.
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F-Tag 812 — 42 CFR §483.60(i) — S/S: F
The home failed to respond appropriately to all reported abuse or neglect concerns. Cited February 2026 — limited pattern, potential for harm.
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F-Tag 610 — 42 CFR §483.12 — S/S: E
The nursing home failed to provide needed care and help with daily activities for residents who could not do them on their own. Cited February 2026 — limited pattern, potential for harm.
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F-Tag 677 — 42 CFR §483.24(a)(2) — S/S: E
The nursing home failed to properly screen residents for mental health or intellectual disability needs before or during admission. Cited December 2024 — limited pattern, potential for harm.
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F-Tag 645 — 42 CFR §483.20 — S/S: E
Recent history
STAFFING
Reported nurse staffing met or exceeded the federal recommendation.
INSPECTION
Health inspection found 11 health deficiencies.
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INSPECTION
Health inspection found 9 health deficiencies.
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INSPECTION
Health inspection found 15 health deficiencies.
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Operator & ownership
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Chain
Part of COVENANT LIVING · 15 homes · 4.3 stars avg
Occupancy
38 residents on an average day (88% of 43 beds)
Resident voice
Resident council
Medicare history
Certified for 28 years
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Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services — public records, updated monthly. GoodStanding presents official records with plain-language summaries. Always visit a facility in person.