Brunswick, GA

Sears Manor Nursing Home

2-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with $14,892 in total fines with 12 recent health deficiencies with 7 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

3311 Lee Street, Brunswick, GA

(912) 264-1857

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Overall

2 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

2 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

4 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

3 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

100

Certified beds

Average residents

62

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

Crossroads Medical Management

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1992-05-01

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.74

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.87

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

1.86

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

3.11

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

27%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

58%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 2.0
2.2
0.2 pts better
1.9
0.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 1.9
2.0
0.1 pts better
1.8
0.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
91.2%
8.8 pts better
93.4%
6.6 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 3.0%
3.2%
0.2 pts better
3.3%
0.3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
9.6%
9.6 pts better
11.4%
11.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 9.0%
5.9%
3.1 pts worse
5.4%
3.6 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 16.4%
20.7%
4.3 pts better
19.6%
3.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 9.8%
21.4%
11.6 pts better
16.7%
6.9 pts better
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 38.7%
17.9%
20.8 pts worse
16.3%
22.4 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 14.1%
16.2%
2.1 pts better
14.9%
0.8 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 2.9%
2.5%
0.4 pts worse
1.7%
1.2 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 15.0%
16.1%
1.1 pts better
19.8%
4.8 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 3.3%
6.2%
2.9 pts better
5.1%
1.8 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
80.4%
19.6 pts better
81.7%
18.3 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 11.4%
12.2%
0.8 pts better
12.0%
0.6 pts better
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 96.1%
78.2%
17.9 pts better
79.7%
16.4 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 23.8%
24.2%
0.4 pts better
23.9%
0.1 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-05-21 · Fire 2025-05-21

12 health deficiencies

Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (2 deficiencies)

7 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Egress (2 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2023-06-29 · Fire 2023-06-29

5 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (2 deficiencies)

9 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (6 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2021-11-05 · Fire 2021-11-05

3 health deficiencies

Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (1 deficiency)

1 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Miscellaneous (1 deficiency)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-21

E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Corrected 2025-07-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-21

K223 · Egress Deficiencies

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 2025-07-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-21

K232 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.

Corrected 2025-07-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-21

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2025-07-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-21

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2025-07-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-21

K781 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.

Corrected 2025-07-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-21

K911 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

Corrected 2025-07-19

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-06-29

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2023-08-21

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-06-29

K372 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

Corrected 2023-08-13

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-06-29

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2023-08-13

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-06-29

K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

Corrected 2023-08-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-06-29

K281 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install proper backup exit lighting.

Corrected 2023-08-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-06-29

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

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 2023-08-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-06-29

K351 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

Corrected 2023-08-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-06-29

K355 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Corrected 2023-08-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-06-29

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2023-08-13

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-11-05

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2021-12-20

Inspection history

Recent health citations

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-21

F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

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 2025-07-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-21

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Corrected 2025-07-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-21

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2025-07-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-21

F881 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Corrected 2025-07-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-21

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2025-07-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-21

F605 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Corrected 2025-07-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-21

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2025-07-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-21

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Corrected 2025-07-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-21

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2025-07-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-21

F755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Corrected 2025-07-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-21

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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 2025-07-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-21

F923 · Environmental Deficiencies

Health

Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.

Corrected 2025-07-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-06-29

F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Corrected 2023-09-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-06-29

F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

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 2023-08-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-06-29

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2023-08-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-06-29

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Corrected 2023-08-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-06-29

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected 2023-08-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-11-05

F604 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Corrected 2021-12-20

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-11-05

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2021-12-20

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-11-05

F688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

Corrected 2021-12-20

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

$3,728 2023-06-29

Fine

Fine · fine $3,728

Fine

$4,963 2023-06-29

Fine

Fine · fine $4,963

Fine

$6,201 2023-06-29

Fine

Fine · fine $6,201

Fine

Ownership

Crossroads Medical Management, Inc.

Operational/Managerial Control · Organization

0% 4 facilities 2004-07-01
Davis Iii, William C

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

0% 8 facilities 2016-06-01
Davis Iii, William C

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 8 facilities 2016-06-01
Davis, William

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

0% 9 facilities 2004-07-01
Faircloth, Franklin

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2019-07-01
Sears Nursing Home LLC

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 1 facilities 2004-07-01
Soundappan, Appavuchetty

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 4 facilities 2023-04-01
Thomas, Shirca

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2025-04-07

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