Brunswick, GA

Senior Care Center - Brunswick

1-star overall rating with 1-star inspections with $16,801 in total fines with 15 recent health deficiencies with 10 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

2611 Wildwood Drive, Brunswick, GA

(912) 265-8528

Compare this facility

Overall

1 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

1 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

1 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

3 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

200

Certified beds

Average residents

126

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

No chain reported

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

2008-11-24

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.29

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.98

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

2.16

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

3.07

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

91%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

74%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 2.5
2.2
0.3 pts worse
1.9
0.6 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 1.5
2.0
0.5 pts better
1.8
0.3 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 96.4%
91.2%
5.2 pts better
93.4%
3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 99.2%
95.0%
4.2 pts better
95.5%
3.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.7%
3.2%
1.5 pts better
3.3%
1.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 18.4%
9.6%
8.8 pts worse
11.4%
7 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 6.1%
5.9%
0.2 pts worse
5.4%
0.7 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 19.4%
20.7%
1.3 pts better
19.6%
0.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 22.3%
21.4%
0.9 pts worse
16.7%
5.6 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 12.5%
17.9%
5.4 pts better
16.3%
3.8 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 17.7%
16.2%
1.5 pts worse
14.9%
2.8 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 1.0%
1.1%
0.1 pts better
1.0%
About the same
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.3%
2.5%
1.2 pts better
1.7%
0.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 16.7%
16.1%
0.6 pts worse
19.8%
3.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 7.2%
6.2%
1 pts worse
5.1%
2.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 87.7%
80.4%
7.3 pts better
81.7%
6 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 9.5%
12.2%
2.7 pts better
12.0%
2.5 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 4.3%
2.2%
2.1 pts worse
1.6%
2.7 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
78.2%
21.8 pts better
79.7%
20.3 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 16.7%
24.2%
7.5 pts better
23.9%
7.2 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-07-29 · Fire 2025-07-29

15 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)

10 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Egress (4 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2024-05-31 · Fire 2024-05-31

13 health deficiencies

Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (3 deficiencies)

0 fire-safety deficiencies

No concentrated fire-safety issue counts in this cycle.

Cycle 3 Health 2022-09-22 · Fire 2022-09-22

10 health deficiencies

Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (4 deficiencies)

3 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-29

K293 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

Corrected 2025-09-12

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-29

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2025-09-12

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-29

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2025-09-12

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-29

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2025-09-12

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-29

K222 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

Corrected 2025-09-12

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-29

K227 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have ramps, exits, fire escape ladders, steps, and areas of refuge that meet safety requirements.

Corrected 2025-09-12

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-29

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2025-09-12

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-29

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 2025-09-12

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-29

K341 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

Corrected 2025-09-12

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-29

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2025-09-12

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-22

K351 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

Corrected 2022-11-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-22

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2022-11-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-22

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2022-11-06

Inspection history

Recent health citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-29

F814 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Corrected 2025-09-12

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-29

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Corrected 2025-09-12

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-29

F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Corrected 2025-09-12

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-29

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 2025-09-12

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-29

F569 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.

Corrected 2025-09-12

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-29

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 2025-09-12

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-29

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 2025-09-12

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-29

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2025-09-12

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-29

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 2025-09-12

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-29

F805 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

Corrected 2025-09-12

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-29

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2025-09-12

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-29

F914 · Environmental Deficiencies

Health

Provide bedrooms that don't allow residents to see each other when privacy is needed.

Corrected 2025-09-12

G · Actual harm 2025-04-02

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 2025-03-03

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-02

F725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Health

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Corrected 2025-05-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-02

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 2025-05-08

J · Immediate jeopardy 2024-05-31

F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Corrected 2024-07-19

J · Immediate jeopardy 2024-05-31

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2024-07-19

J · Immediate jeopardy 2024-05-31

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 2024-07-19

J · Immediate jeopardy 2024-05-31

F835 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Corrected 2024-07-19

G · Actual harm 2024-05-31

F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Corrected 2024-02-13

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2024-07-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Corrected 2024-07-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Corrected 2024-07-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F660 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.

Corrected 2024-07-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F661 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.

Corrected 2024-07-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

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 2024-07-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2024-07-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-05-31

F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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 2024-07-19

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-22

F835 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Corrected 2022-11-06

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-22

F867 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

Corrected 2022-11-06

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-22

F849 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.

Corrected 2022-11-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-22

F640 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Corrected 2022-11-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-22

F644 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Corrected 2022-11-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-22

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 2022-11-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-22

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 2022-11-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-22

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2022-11-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-22

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2022-11-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-22

F698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Corrected 2022-11-06

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

$8,400 2024-05-31

Fine

Fine · fine $8,400

Fine

$8,401 2024-05-31

Fine

Fine · fine $8,401

Fine

$0 2024-05-31

Payment Denial

Payment Denial · denial start 2024-06-05 · 44 days

44 day denial

Ownership

Barker, Jeffery

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2019-05-01
Chitty, Stephen

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2019-05-01
Hampton, Kay

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2019-05-01
Hepburn, Valerie

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2015-05-01
Hodges, Michael

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2015-05-01
Hughes, J

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2015-05-01
Jones, Mitchell

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2015-05-01
Lucke, Carolyn

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2018-12-03
Millzaao, John

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2019-07-01
Millzaao, John

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2019-07-01
Scherneck, Michael

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2015-05-01
Southeast Georgia Health System, Inc

Operational/Managerial Control · Organization

0% 2 facilities 2015-05-01
Turner, Robert

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2015-05-01
Willis, Gary

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2015-05-01
Wilson, Shirley

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2019-05-01

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