Sunset Valley Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center
Littlefield, Lamb County, Texas · CCN 675978 · For-profit (LLC) · part of Paramount Healthcare Consultants (14 facilities, chain average 2.4 stars)
CMS rates Sunset Valley Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center 1 of 5 overall as of August 2026. 80 certified beds, 43 residents a day on average. 38 citations on record from the current inspection cycles, 2 at immediate jeopardy; 2 fines totalling $44,434 and 1 payment denial.
CMS’s ratings
The Five-Star Quality Rating System, as CMS publishes it. Where CMS gives no rating, the reason CMS gives is printed instead.
| Overall | ★☆☆☆☆ 1 of 5 |
|---|---|
| Health inspections | ★★☆☆☆ 2 of 5 |
| Staffing | ★★☆☆☆ 2 of 5 |
| Quality measures | ★☆☆☆☆ 1 of 5 |
| Quality: long-stay / short-stay | 1 / 1 of 5 |
Staffing
| Total nurse staffing | 3.07731 hours per resident per day |
|---|---|
| Registered nurses | 0.30066 hours per resident per day |
| Weekend total | 2.89943 hours per resident per day |
| Nursing staff turnover | 58.6% |
| Administrators who left | 0 |
Citations from health inspections
Each is a finding by a state surveyor on the date shown, in CMS’s words. The severity is CMS’s scope-and-severity grid, spelled out: harm on the left, how widespread on the right.
| Survey | Finding | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-26 | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0576 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-03-02 |
| 2026-02-26 | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0585 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-03-02 |
| 2026-02-26 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0692 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-03-02 |
| 2026-02-26 | 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. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · tag F0803 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-03-02 |
| 2026-02-26 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · tag F0812 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-03-02 |
| 2026-02-26 | 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 · tag F0761 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-03-02 |
| 2026-02-26 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0880 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-03-02 |
| 2026-02-26 | Have policies on smoking. Environmental Deficiencies · tag F0926 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-03-02 |
| 2026-02-26 | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0577 |
C No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; widespread | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-03-02 |
| 2025-12-22 complaint survey |
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0740 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-01-21 |
| 2025-01-15 complaint survey |
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0880 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-30 |
| 2024-11-22 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · tag F0812 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-12-10 |
| 2024-11-22 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0550 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-12-10 |
| 2024-11-22 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0684 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-12-10 |
| 2024-11-22 | 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 · tag F0727 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-12-20 |
| 2024-11-22 | 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 · tag F0761 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-12-10 |
| 2024-08-26 complaint survey |
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0580 |
J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-08-27 |
| 2024-08-26 complaint survey |
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0686 |
J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-08-27 |
| 2024-06-05 complaint survey |
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 · tag F0655 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-07-05 |
| 2024-06-05 complaint survey |
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0656 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-07-05 |
| 2024-06-05 complaint survey |
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0689 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-07-05 |
| 2024-06-05 complaint survey |
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 · tag F0727 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-06-08 |
| 2024-02-28 complaint survey |
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 · tag F0727 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-03-29 |
| 2024-02-28 complaint survey |
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0609 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-03-29 |
| 2023-11-01 complaint survey |
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0880 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-11-15 |
| 2023-10-10 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · tag F0812 |
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-11-10 |
| 2023-10-10 | 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 · tag F0725 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-11-10 |
| 2023-10-10 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0580 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-11-10 |
| 2023-10-10 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0641 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-11-10 |
| 2023-10-10 | 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 · tag F0655 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-11-10 |
| 2023-10-10 | 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 · tag F0657 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-11-10 |
| 2023-10-10 | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0676 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-11-10 |
| 2023-10-10 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0677 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-11-10 |
| 2023-10-10 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0689 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-11-10 |
| 2023-10-10 | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0791 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-11-14 |
| 2023-10-10 | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · tag F0732 |
C No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; widespread | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-11-10 |
| 2023-08-29 complaint survey |
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0686 |
G Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-10-01 |
| 2023-08-29 complaint survey |
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0692 |
G Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-10-01 |
Fines and payment denials
| Date | Penalty | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-26 | Fine | $15,944 |
| 2023-08-29 | Payment denial for 1 days from 2023-09-30 | — |
| 2023-08-29 | Fine | $28,490 |
Who owns and runs it
Every owner, officer and manager CMS lists, as filed. These are the names in CMS’s ownership record; anyone named in the ownership record can ask about it on the about page.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Littlefield Smith, LLC Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | — | 2008-01-01 |
| Sheppel Littlefield, LLC Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | — | 2008-01-01 |
| Smith Family 2001 Trust Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | — | 2008-01-01 |
| The Russell M. Sheppel 2010 Separate Property Trust Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | — | 2008-01-01 |
| Littlefield Smith, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | — | 2008-01-01 |
| Paramount Healthcare Consultants, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | — | 2017-03-01 |
| Sheppel Littlefield, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | — | 2008-01-01 |
| Smith Family 2001 Trust Organization | adp of the snf | — | 2008-01-01 |
| The Russell M. Sheppel 2010 Separate Property Trust Organization | adp of the snf | — | 2008-01-01 |
| Smith, Dawne Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 2017-03-01 |
| George, Cindy Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2017-03-01 |
| Riojas, Diana Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2023-06-26 |
| Sheppel, Russell Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | — | 2025-05-13 |
| Smith, Bradley Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | — | 2025-05-13 |
| Riojas, Diana Individual | operational/managerial control | — | 2023-06-26 |
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Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Provider Data Catalog (public domain), files dated 2026-08-01. Ratings are CMS’s; citations are state surveyors’ findings; nothing here is estimated or a recommendation. Every nursing home in Lamb County.