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HomeTennesseeNhc Healthcare, Athens

Nhc Healthcare, Athens

1204 Frye St, Athens, TN 373034237450434
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
86
certified
Last health inspection was more than 2 years ago.

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 4/5 stars (above average)

• Has 86 certified beds with an average of 68.8 residents per day (80% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 6 deficiencies (inspected Aug 24, 2023)

• No fines on record

• Total nursing staff: 3.90 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 53.9% (high)

• Part of the National Healthcare Corporation chain (64 facilities)

Nhc Healthcare, Athens is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Athens, Tennessee with 86 certified beds. It has been operating since 1971. The facility scored above average compared to Tennessee facilities.

Beds
86
Avg Residents/Day
68.8
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Nov 16, 1971
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Mc Minn
Last Inspection
Aug 24, 2023
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
6
Weighted Score
20.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (8)

F0550Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0644Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0657Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0849Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0868Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0791Potential for Harm

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Survey: Nov 20, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0557Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

Survey: Jul 17, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

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

Nurse Aide2.18 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN1.11 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.61 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing3.90 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.52 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.15 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
53.9%
RN Turnover
27.3%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (17)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
NHC-OP LP5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Jul 1, 2000
BLACKROCK INC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AMar 20, 2019
DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AMar 7, 2023
MORGAN STANLEY5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/ANov 8, 2024
NATIONAL HEALTH CORPORATION5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2000
NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2000
VANGUARD GROUP INC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AMar 27, 2017
NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATIONOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2000
NHC-OP LPOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2000
BUTLER, ADDISONOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJun 27, 2022
DODSON, VICKIOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJun 1, 2019
GLEATON, SHANNONOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 30, 2015
KIDD, BRIANOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2017
NASON JR., HOWARDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 18, 2016
SMITH, BERTOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 15, 2024
USSERY, ROBERTOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2000
NASON JR., HOWARDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AApr 18, 2016

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Nhc Healthcare, Athens?▾
Nhc Healthcare, Athens has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has Nhc Healthcare, Athens had any health inspection violations?▾
Nhc Healthcare, Athens had 6 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Aug 24, 2023). The facility has no fines on record.
What are the staffing levels at Nhc Healthcare, Athens?▾
Nhc Healthcare, Athens provides 3.90 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.61 RN hours, 1.11 LPN hours, and 2.18 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 53.9%.
How many beds does Nhc Healthcare, Athens have?▾
Nhc Healthcare, Athens has 86 certified beds with an average of 68.8 residents per day, resulting in approximately 80% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the National Healthcare Corporation chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Nhc Healthcare, Athens?▾
Yes, there are 1 other nursing home in Athens, Tennessee with an average rating of 4.5/5. You can compare all facilities on the Athens nursing homes page.

Part of National Healthcare Corporation

This chain operates 64 facilities. View all →