4 health deficiencies
Top issue: Administration (2 deficiencies)
13 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Pulaski, GA
1-star overall rating with 1-star inspections with abuse icon flag with $57,161 in total fines with 4 recent health deficiencies with 13 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
1321 Pulaski School Road, Pulaski, GA
(912) 685-5072
Overall
1 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
1 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
2 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
3 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Beds
89
Certified beds
Average residents
72
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Non-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Ethica Health
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1992-05-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
RN hours / resident day
0.41
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.83
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.19
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
2.89
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
40%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
44%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 89.9% |
91.2%
1.3 pts worse
|
93.4%
3.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 97.4% |
95.0%
2.4 pts better
|
95.5%
1.9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 7.3% |
3.2%
4.1 pts worse
|
3.3%
4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 43.0% |
9.6%
33.4 pts worse
|
11.4%
31.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 7.7% |
5.9%
1.8 pts worse
|
5.4%
2.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 43.2% |
20.7%
22.5 pts worse
|
19.6%
23.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 72.1% |
21.4%
50.7 pts worse
|
16.7%
55.4 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 | 8.5% |
17.9%
9.4 pts better
|
16.3%
7.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 8.9% |
16.2%
7.3 pts better
|
14.9%
6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.4% |
1.1%
0.7 pts better
|
1.0%
0.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 1.1% |
2.5%
1.4 pts better
|
1.7%
0.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 13.2% |
16.1%
2.9 pts better
|
19.8%
6.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 3.9% |
6.2%
2.3 pts better
|
5.1%
1.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 87.1% |
80.4%
6.7 pts better
|
81.7%
5.4 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
Survey summary
Top issue: Administration (2 deficiencies)
13 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
No concentrated health issue counts in this cycle.
7 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Miscellaneous (3 deficiencies)
Top issue: Environmental (1 deficiency)
3 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire Safety
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
Corrected 2025-05-02
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2025-05-02
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2025-05-02
Fire Safety
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Corrected 2025-05-02
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2025-05-02
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2025-05-02
Fire Safety
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Corrected 2025-05-02
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2025-05-02
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-05-02
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2025-05-02
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2025-05-02
Fire Safety
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Corrected 2025-05-02
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2025-05-02
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2023-04-11
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2023-04-11
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2023-04-11
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2023-04-11
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2023-04-11
Fire Safety
Meet requirements for operating features, such as evacuation plans, fire drills, smoking regulations, draperies, decorations and the inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors.
Corrected 2023-04-11
Fire Safety
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Corrected 2023-04-11
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2021-08-25
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2021-08-25
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2021-08-25
Inspection history
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2025-05-02
Health
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected 2025-05-02
Health
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected 2025-05-02
Health
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected 2025-05-02
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 2021-08-25
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2021-08-25
Health
Provide bedrooms that don't allow residents to see each other when privacy is needed.
Corrected 2021-08-25
Penalties and ownership
Fine · fine $57,161
Fine
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Corporate Officer · Individual
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Contracted Managing Employee · Individual
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