SeniorCareRanked
New Mexico/Lovington
37
Poor

Lovington Healthcare LLC

1600 West Avenue I, Lovington, NM 88260
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

Lovington Healthcare LLC is a 62-bed for profit - corporation nursing home located in Lovington, New Mexico. It has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 37 out of 100, indicating below-average quality and potential concerns. Staff turnover is 62.7% — significantly higher than the national average of ~40%. This facility has no recorded fines. 10 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the OPCO SKILLED MANAGEMENT chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score37/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating2/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day2.7 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.41 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover63% (↓ Worse than avg 40%)
Deficiencies10 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • High staff turnover (62.7%)

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day2.7
RN hours/resident/day0.41
Staff turnover62.7%
RN turnover42.9%

Facility Information

Beds62
Avg residents57.8
OwnershipFor profit - Corporation
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
ChainOPCO SKILLED MANAGEMENT
Deficiencies (last inspection)10
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting Lovington Healthcare LLC

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

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Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

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Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

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Count staff vs. residents during your visit

Lovington Healthcare LLC reports 2.7 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

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Ask about staff consistency

With 62.7% staff turnover (above the ~40% national average), ask: "Will my family member see the same caregivers regularly, or does staff rotate frequently?" Consistent caregivers notice changes in health sooner.

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Ask about their most recent inspection

10 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.