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HomeSouth CarolinaSaluda Nursing Center

Saluda Nursing Center

3131 Newberry Highway, Saluda, SC 291388644452146
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
1/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
176
certified
2 fine(s) totaling $16,984

How Saluda 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
2/5
SC average
3.0/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
1/5
SC average
2.9/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
5/5
SC average
3.0/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.49 hrs/day
SC average
3.83 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
0.75 hrs/day
SC average
0.63 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
17.9%
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 2/5 overall CMS rating is below the South Carolina average of 3.0/5.
Its 1/5 health inspection rating is below the South Carolina average of 2.9/5.
Reported nursing time is 4.49 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.83.
Reported RN time is 0.75 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.63.

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 May 15, 2024
Most recent cycle
4
deficiency citations
Inspected Apr 17, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 2 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
Saluda County 65+
3,799
20.0% of county
County Population
18,952
Saluda County

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

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Saluda Nursing Center is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Saluda, South Carolina with 176 certified beds. It has been operating since 1971. Its overall CMS rating is 2 out of 5.

Beds
176
Avg Residents/Day
151.5
Ownership
Government - County
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Aug 16, 1971
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Saluda
Last Inspection
Apr 17, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4
Weighted Score
104.8
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (10)

F0578Immediate Jeopardy

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

Survey: Apr 17, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0678Immediate Jeopardy

Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.

Survey: Apr 17, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0558Potential for Harm

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Survey: Apr 17, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0583Potential for Harm

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Survey: Apr 17, 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: May 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0553Potential for Harm

Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.

Survey: May 15, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0609Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 21, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Jul 21, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0637Potential for Harm

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

Survey: Jul 21, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0640Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 21, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$16,984
Number of Fines
2
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
2

Penalty History

FineApr 17, 2025
$8,492
FineApr 17, 2025
$8,492

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

Nurse Aide2.83 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.91 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.75 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.49 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.97 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.01 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
17.9%
RN Turnover
19.2%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
Government - County
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (10)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
BLEDSOE, DAYNAMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJun 25, 2022
BARTON, JENNIFERCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AApr 12, 2021
CROMLEY, WILLIAMCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AFeb 12, 2024
HICKS, DORISCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 11, 2021
RITA, ANGELACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMar 31, 2019
SAWYER, WILLIAMCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMar 31, 2016
BLEDSOE, DAYNACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 25, 2025
BLEDSOE, DAYNAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJun 25, 2022
BLEDSOE, DAYNAADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJun 25, 2022
SAWYER, WILLIAMADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

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

All South Carolina facilities
Saluda Nursing Center
Saluda, SCCurrent facility
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $16,984
J F Hawkins Nursing Home
Newberry, SC10.7 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $8,021
White Oak Manor - Newberry
Newberry, SC10.9 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
NHC Healthcare - Clinton
Clinton, SC21.0 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Wesley Commons Health And Rehabilitation Center
Greenwood, SC22.4 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $14,521
Presbyterian Communities Of South Carolina- Clinto
Clinton, SC23.0 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
N/A
Recorded fines: None
NHC Healthcare - Greenwood
Greenwood, SC24.1 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $14,433
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Saluda Nursing Center
Saluda, SC · Current facility
—2/51/55/5$16,984
J F Hawkins Nursing Home
Newberry, SC
10.7 mi3/53/53/5$8,021
White Oak Manor - Newberry
Newberry, SC
10.9 mi4/54/54/5None recorded
NHC Healthcare - Clinton
Clinton, SC
21.0 mi5/54/54/5None recorded
Wesley Commons Health And Rehabilitation Center
Greenwood, SC
22.4 mi4/54/54/5$14,521
Presbyterian Communities Of South Carolina- Clinto
Clinton, SC
23.0 mi5/55/5N/ANone recorded
NHC Healthcare - Greenwood
Greenwood, SC
24.1 mi3/53/53/5$14,433

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 Saluda Nursing Center?▾
Saluda Nursing Center has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 1/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Saluda 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). Saluda Nursing Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Saluda Nursing Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Saluda Nursing Center had 4 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Apr 17, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 2 fine(s) totaling $16,984.
What are the staffing levels at Saluda Nursing Center?▾
Saluda Nursing Center provides 4.49 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.75 RN hours, 0.91 LPN hours, and 2.83 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 17.9%.
How many beds does Saluda Nursing Center have?▾
Saluda Nursing Center has 176 certified beds with an average of 151.5 residents per day, resulting in approximately 86% occupancy. The facility is Government - County owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Saluda Nursing Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in South Carolina. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.