Christie Balboa
Jun 2026
I really liked it better than my mamas first stay in Hobbs, I just liked it better ..
Lovington Healthcare
1600 West Avenue I
4.5(71 ratings)
Quick Facts
- Total units
- 62
- Medicare rating
- 2 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 62
- Inspections
- View history (47 citations)
- Room type
- Private rooms with televisions and phones
- Care continuum
- Includes palliative and supportive care services
- Discharge planning
- Arranges home health services after discharge
- Stay length options
- Offers both short-term rehab and long-term stays
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Most families describe Lovington Healthcare as attentive and compassionate, especially during short-term rehabilitation stays after surgery or injury, with several reviewers praising the nursing staff's patience and communication. However, one family reported a serious lapse in care involving missed medications and bed sores that they say contributed to a resident's death. Overall sentiment is strongly positive, but the severity of that one account is worth weighing carefully.
The Good
- Nurses described as attentive, patient, and kind
- Staff helped patients regain independence and return home
- Front desk and aides called friendly and professional
- Family reports year-long care handled well
- Private rooms include televisions and phones
The Bad
- One report of missed medications and resulting bed sores
- One account describes a resident's death following alleged neglect
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Lovington Healthcare is a senior living community in Lovington, New Mexico offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Families rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 71 reviews.
About Lovington Healthcare
Lovington Healthcare is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Lovington, New Mexico, offering both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services. The facility provides 24-hour nursing care with doctor-recommended rehabilitation programs designed to help patients recover from surgery, injury, or illness and return home safely.
The center features spacious, private rooms equipped with televisions and phones. The rehabilitation and nursing team works with patients to support recovery and assist in achieving individual health goals within a warm and caring environment.
Beyond traditional nursing care, Lovington Healthcare offers palliative and supportive care services as part of its continuum of care. When patients are ready to transition home, the team may arrange home health services and other programs to ensure a safe return to independent living.
Types of Care at Lovington Healthcare
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Lovington Healthcare
4.5overall · 71 ratings combined
4.5★ on Google (71)
Steve Saiz
Oct 2025
Lovington Health has been caring for my father for the last year and have done an absolutely wonderful job with him. I have never had any issues with the staff at all they are all very helpful and informative! Thank you Lovington Health for what you do for my dad keep up the good work!
Roberta Kerbo
Oct 2025
I would not recommend putting your loved one here. They neglected my mother leaving her with bed sores and they quit giving her medications to her without letting anyone know. By doing this it caused her to go into a constant seizures that killed her 3 days later.
Adriana Castillo
Sep 2025
My grandma stayed at this nursing home for a week while recovering from a broken hip, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the moment she arrived, the staff made her feel comfortable and well cared for. The nurses were incredibly attentive and patient with her, always taking the time to explain things and ensure she was as comfortable as possible. They treated her with kindness and dignity, which meant a lot to our family. Everyone we interacted with—from the front desk to the aides—was friendly, compassionate, and professional. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and it gave us peace of mind knowing she was in such good hands. We’re truly grateful for the excellent care she received during her stay. Highly recommend this facility for anyone needing short- or long-term care!
Kenda Bradford
Apr 2025
My mom was at Lovington Healthcare because she needed rehabilitation therapy and a lot of care during the process. It wasn't an easy time for her or our family when she was first admitted. She didn't want to be there but it was medically necessary. The staff at Lovington Healthcare went above and beyond to accommodate and help her feel more comfortable. After several months of care and rehabilitation she has made it back home in improved condition. She bonded with the staff and residents. They're so many great people there. I highly recommend Lovington Healthcare if you are in a situation where yourself or a loved one needs assisted living.
Government Inspection History
8 inspection visits in the last three years, 47 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Nov 25, 2025Health Complaint3 citations
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 19, 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.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 19, 2025
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 19, 2025
May 7, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard11 citations
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 2, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 6, 2025
Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 2, 2025
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 2, 2025
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 2, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 6, 2025
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 6, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 6, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 6, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 6, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 6, 2025
Apr 10, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 25, 2025
Feb 13, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 13, 2025
May 16, 2024Health Complaint3 citations
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 4, 2024
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 4, 2024
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 4, 2024
Mar 29, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard18 citations
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 6, 2024
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 1, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 6, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 6, 2024
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.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 6, 2024
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 6, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 6, 2024
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 6, 2024
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 6, 2024
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 1, 2024
Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 1, 2024
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 1, 2024
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 6, 2024
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 6, 2024
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 6, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 6, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 6, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 6, 2024
Jan 9, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 17, 2023
Feb 23, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard9 citations
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 27, 2023
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 27, 2023
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 27, 2023
Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 27, 2023
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 27, 2023
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 27, 2023
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 27, 2023
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 20, 2023
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 20, 2023
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Lovington Healthcare offer?
Lovington Healthcare offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Lovington Healthcare located?
Lovington Healthcare is located at 1600 West Avenue I in Lovington, New Mexico.
What do families say about Lovington Healthcare?
Most families describe Lovington Healthcare as attentive and compassionate, especially during short-term rehabilitation stays after surgery or injury, with several reviewers praising the nursing staff's patience and communication. However, one family reported a serious lapse in care involving missed medications and bed sores that they say contributed to a resident's death. Overall sentiment is strongly positive, but the severity of that one account is worth weighing carefully.
How did Lovington Healthcare do on recent health and safety inspections?
Lovington Healthcare had 8 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 47 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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