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HomeTennesseeNhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders

Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders

2120 Highland Ave, Knoxville, TN 379168655254131
3/5Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
160
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $9,770

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 3/5 stars (average)

• Has 160 certified beds with an average of 128.2 residents per day (80% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 2 deficiencies (inspected Feb 2, 2024)

• Has been fined a total of $9,770 across 1 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 3.98 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 56.4% (high)

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

Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Knoxville, Tennessee with 160 certified beds. It has been operating since 1977. The facility scored at average compared to Tennessee facilities.

Beds
160
Avg Residents/Day
128.2
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Feb 1, 1977
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Knox
Last Inspection
Feb 2, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
27.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (19)

F0698Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 2, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Feb 2, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 4, 2020Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Mar 4, 2020Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0580Potential for Harm

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Survey: Nov 8, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0600Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 8, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
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: Nov 8, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0677Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 8, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 8, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0689Actual Harm

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

Survey: Nov 8, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0693Potential for Harm

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

Survey: Nov 8, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0755Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 8, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0760Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Nov 8, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0804Potential for Harm

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Survey: Nov 8, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0925Potential for Harm

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Survey: Nov 8, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 12, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0698Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 12, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Feb 12, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 12, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$9,770
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineNov 8, 2023
$9,770

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

Nurse Aide2.17 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN1.24 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.56 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing3.98 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.71 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.05 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
56.4%
RN Turnover
33.3%
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 (18)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
NHC-OP LP5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization99%Feb 27, 2020
BLACKROCK INC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AFeb 28, 2020
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/AFeb 28, 2020
NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AFeb 28, 2020
VANGUARD GROUP INC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AFeb 28, 2020
NHC-OP LPGENERAL PARTNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AFeb 28, 2020
NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATIONOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AFeb 28, 2020
NHC-OP LPOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AFeb 28, 2020
BALDWIN, BRITTANYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ASep 1, 2022
DODSON, VICKIOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJun 1, 2019
FINCHER, KEVINOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 3, 2023
KIDD, BRIANOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMay 31, 2023
NASON JR., HOWARDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 18, 2016
USSERY, ROBERTOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2000
WRATHER, TIMOTHYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ASep 4, 2018
NASON JR., HOWARDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AApr 18, 2016

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders?▾
Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated average.
Has Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders had any health inspection violations?▾
Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Feb 2, 2024). The facility has been fined a total of $9,770 across 1 fine(s).
What are the staffing levels at Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders?▾
Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders provides 3.98 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.56 RN hours, 1.24 LPN hours, and 2.17 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 56.4%.
How many beds does Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders have?▾
Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders has 160 certified beds with an average of 128.2 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, Ft Sanders?▾
Yes, there are 12 other nursing homes in Knoxville, Tennessee with an average rating of 3.2/5. You can compare all facilities on the Knoxville nursing homes page.

Part of National Healthcare Corporation

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