9 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (3 deficiencies)
11 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Richmond Hill, GA
2-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with 9 recent health deficiencies with 11 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
127 Carter St, Richmond Hill, GA
(912) 756-6131
Overall
2 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
2 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
2 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
2 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Beds
100
Certified beds
Average residents
94
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
No chain reported
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1996-11-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
RN hours / resident day
0.21
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
1.21
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.44
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.54
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
57%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
56%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.4 |
2.2
0.2 pts worse
|
1.9
0.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.8 |
2.0
0.2 pts better
|
1.8
About the same
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 96.9% |
91.2%
5.7 pts better
|
93.4%
3.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
95.0%
5 pts better
|
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 1.5% |
3.2%
1.7 pts better
|
3.3%
1.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 18.2% |
9.6%
8.6 pts worse
|
11.4%
6.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 14.9% |
5.9%
9 pts worse
|
5.4%
9.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 22.6% |
20.7%
1.9 pts worse
|
19.6%
3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 29.9% |
21.4%
8.5 pts worse
|
16.7%
13.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 12.9% |
17.9%
5 pts better
|
16.3%
3.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 12.3% |
16.2%
3.9 pts better
|
14.9%
2.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 1.3% |
1.1%
0.2 pts worse
|
1.0%
0.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 8.1% |
2.5%
5.6 pts worse
|
1.7%
6.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 3.2% |
16.1%
12.9 pts better
|
19.8%
16.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 7.3% |
6.2%
1.1 pts worse
|
5.1%
2.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 89.0% |
80.4%
8.6 pts better
|
81.7%
7.3 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 21.3% |
12.2%
9.1 pts worse
|
12.0%
9.3 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.0% |
2.2%
2.2 pts better
|
1.6%
1.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 78.4% |
78.2%
0.2 pts better
|
79.7%
1.3 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 22.8% |
24.2%
1.4 pts better
|
23.9%
1.1 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (3 deficiencies)
11 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Top issue: Infection Control (2 deficiencies)
11 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (4 deficiencies)
Top issue: Infection Control (1 deficiency)
10 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2025-05-28
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2025-05-28
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2025-05-28
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2025-05-28
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-05-28
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2025-05-28
Fire Safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2025-05-28
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2025-05-28
Fire Safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2025-05-28
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2025-05-28
Fire Safety
Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed.
Corrected 2025-05-28
Fire Safety
Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.
Corrected 2022-10-30
Fire Safety
Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.
Corrected 2022-10-30
Fire Safety
Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
Corrected 2022-10-30
Fire Safety
Establish methods for sharing information.
Corrected 2022-10-30
Fire Safety
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Corrected 2022-10-30
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2022-10-30
Fire Safety
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Corrected 2022-10-30
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2022-10-30
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2022-10-30
Fire Safety
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Corrected 2022-10-30
Fire Safety
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
Corrected 2022-10-30
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2019-06-10
Fire Safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2019-06-10
Fire Safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2019-06-10
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2019-06-10
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2019-06-10
Fire Safety
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Corrected 2019-06-10
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2019-06-10
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2019-06-10
Fire Safety
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Corrected 2019-06-10
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2019-06-10
Inspection history
Health
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2025-09-27
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2025-05-28
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-05-28
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2025-05-28
Health
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.
Corrected 2025-05-28
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2025-05-28
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2025-05-28
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2025-05-28
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2025-05-28
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected 2022-10-30
Health
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.
Corrected 2022-10-30
Health
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected 2022-10-30
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2022-10-30
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2022-10-30
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2022-10-30
Health
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected 2022-10-30
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2019-06-10
Health
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.
Corrected 2019-06-10
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2019-06-10
Health
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected 2019-06-10
Penalties and ownership
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
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