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HomeSouth CarolinaBrightwater Skilled Nursing Center

Brightwater Skilled Nursing Center

171 Brightwater Drive, Myrtle Beach, SC 295798439038300WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.6on Google(194 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
67
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $7,342

How Brightwater Skilled Nursing Center Compares in South Carolina

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in South Carolina. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
4/5
SC average
3.0/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
3/5
SC average
2.9/5
Close to state average
Staffing rating
5/5
SC average
3.0/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
5.58 hrs/day
SC average
3.83 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
1.19 hrs/day
SC average
0.63 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
33.7%
SC average
45.9%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the South Carolina average of 3.0/5.
Reported nursing time is 5.58 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.83.
Reported RN time is 1.19 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.63.
Staff turnover is 33.7%, lower than the South Carolina average of 45.9%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Sep 13, 2023
Most recent cycle
8
deficiency citations
Inspected Apr 30, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 6 more deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$7,604/mo
South Carolina median
Private Room
$8,122/mo
South Carolina median
Horry County 65+
89,825
25.2% of county
County Population
356,578
Horry County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Brightwater Skilled Nursing Center is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina with 67 certified beds. It has been operating since 2009. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
67
Avg Residents/Day
50.8
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Dec 23, 2009
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Horry
Last Inspection
Apr 30, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
8
Weighted Score
41.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (17)

F0835Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 2, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 2, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Apr 30, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Apr 30, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0692Potential for Harm

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Survey: Apr 30, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0695Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 30, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Apr 30, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0760Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Apr 30, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Sep 13, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0600Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 13, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0886Immediate Jeopardy

Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.

Survey: Jan 6, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Immediate Jeopardy

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jan 6, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0868Potential for Harm

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

Survey: Jan 6, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Jan 6, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0656Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 6, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0756Potential for Harm

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Survey: Jan 6, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0758Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Jan 6, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$7,342
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineJul 17, 2023
$7,342

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide3.06 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.33 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.19 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing5.58 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total5.05 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.14 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
33.7%
RN Turnover
28.6%
Administrators Left
1

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (8)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
THOMPSON, DONALDMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJul 20, 2009
THOMPSON, DONALDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 20, 2009
THOMPSON, BENJAMINCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 1, 2022
MAXWELL GROUP, INC.OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/ANov 14, 2007
THOMPSON, BENJAMINOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2022
MAXWELL GROUP, INC.ADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJan 30, 2025
ARLEDGE, MATTHEWADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMar 5, 2025
BRADFORD, TIMOTHYADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMar 7, 2025

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Brightwater Skilled Nursing Center and nearby alternatives.

All South Carolina facilities
Brightwater Skilled Nursing Center
Myrtle Beach, SCCurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $7,342
Myrtle Beach Manor
Myrtle Beach, SC2.3 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $27,834
PruittHealth- Conway At Conway Medical Center
Conway, SC9.3 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Angel Oak Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC
Myrtle Beach, SC9.6 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $13,520
Oak View Health And Rehabilitation
Conway, SC14.0 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $59,005
NHC Healthcare - Garden City
Garden City, SC14.7 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $4,147
Compass Post Acute Rehabilitation
Conway, SC15.3 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Brightwater Skilled Nursing Center
Myrtle Beach, SC · Current facility
—4/53/55/5$7,342
Myrtle Beach Manor
Myrtle Beach, SC
2.3 mi3/53/53/5$27,834
PruittHealth- Conway At Conway Medical Center
Conway, SC
9.3 mi2/52/53/5None recorded
Angel Oak Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC
Myrtle Beach, SC
9.6 mi4/54/52/5$13,520
Oak View Health And Rehabilitation
Conway, SC
14.0 mi1/51/53/5$59,005
NHC Healthcare - Garden City
Garden City, SC
14.7 mi4/54/53/5$4,147
Compass Post Acute Rehabilitation
Conway, SC
15.3 mi5/54/53/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Brightwater Skilled Nursing Center?▾
Brightwater Skilled Nursing Center has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Brightwater Skilled Nursing Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in South Carolina is $7,604/month for a semi-private room and $8,122/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Brightwater Skilled Nursing Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Brightwater Skilled Nursing Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Brightwater Skilled Nursing Center had 8 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Apr 30, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $7,342.
What are the staffing levels at Brightwater Skilled Nursing Center?▾
Brightwater Skilled Nursing Center provides 5.58 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.19 RN hours, 1.33 LPN hours, and 3.06 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 33.7%.
How many beds does Brightwater Skilled Nursing Center have?▾
Brightwater Skilled Nursing Center has 67 certified beds with an average of 50.8 residents per day, resulting in approximately 76% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Senior Living Communities chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Brightwater Skilled Nursing Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in South Carolina, including 2 in Myrtle Beach. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Brightwater Skilled Nursing Center?▾
On Google Maps, Brightwater Skilled Nursing Center has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on 194 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.

Part of Senior Living Communities

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