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HomeGeorgiaSmith Medical Nursing Care Ctr

Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr

501 East Mccarty St, Sandersville, GA 310824785525155Google Maps
4.3on Google(7 reviews)
1/5Much Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
56
certified

How Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr Compares in Georgia

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

CMS overall rating
1/5
GA average
2.7/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
1/5
GA average
2.9/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
2/5
GA average
2.3/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
2.58 hrs/day
GA average
3.57 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.23 hrs/day
GA average
0.50 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
45.9%
GA average
46.0%
Close to state average

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

What the Data Highlights

Its 1/5 overall CMS rating is below the Georgia average of 2.7/5.
Its 1/5 health inspection rating is below the Georgia average of 2.9/5.
Reported nursing time is 2.58 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.57.
Reported RN time is 0.23 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.50.

Health Inspection Trend

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

Previous cycle
9
deficiency citations
Inspected Mar 24, 2024
Most recent cycle
6
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 7, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 3 fewer 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
Georgia median
Private Room
$8,669/mo
Georgia median
Washington County 65+
3,644
18.2% of county
County Population
19,975
Washington County

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

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Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr is a 1-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Sandersville, Georgia with 56 certified beds. It has been operating since 2004. Its overall CMS rating is 1 out of 5.

Beds
56
Avg Residents/Day
48.4
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Dec 13, 2004
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
None
County
Washington
Last Inspection
Aug 7, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
6
Weighted Score
82.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (32)

F0585Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

Survey: Aug 7, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0730Potential for Harm

Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

Survey: Aug 7, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
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: Aug 7, 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: Aug 7, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0923Potential for Harm

Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.

Survey: Aug 7, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0760Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Aug 7, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0803Potential for Harm

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Survey: Mar 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0851Potential for Harm

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

Survey: Mar 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0584Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Mar 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
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: Mar 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0804Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Mar 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
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: Jan 31, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0835Immediate Jeopardy

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

Survey: Jan 31, 2023Corrected: 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: Jan 31, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0882Potential for Harm

Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.

Survey: Jan 31, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0883Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Survey: Jan 31, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0887Potential for Harm

Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

Survey: Jan 31, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0921Potential for Harm

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Survey: Jan 31, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0563Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing.

Survey: Jan 31, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0582Potential for Harm

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Survey: Jan 31, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Jan 31, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0645Potential for Harm

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Survey: Jan 31, 2023Corrected: 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 31, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0677Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 31, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0688Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Jan 31, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0791Potential for Harm

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Survey: Jan 31, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3

+ 2 more deficiencies

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 Aide1.57 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.78 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.23 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing2.58 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.59 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
45.9%
RN Turnover
0.0%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (5)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
POOLE, KATIE5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual100%Mar 7, 1967
THOMPSON, JANICEW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJan 10, 1991
WADLEY, LINDAW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/ANov 5, 2004
THOMPSON, JANICECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ADec 16, 2004
POOLE, KATIEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMar 7, 1967

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr and nearby alternatives.

All Georgia facilities
Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr
Sandersville, GACurrent facility
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Washington Co Extended Care Facility
Sandersville, GA3,168 ft
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Heritage Inn of Sandersville Health and Rehab
Sandersville, GA4,752 ft
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Wrightsville Manor Health and Rehab
Wrightsville, GA18.4 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $74,208
Pruitthealth - Toomsboro
Toomsboro, GA19.8 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Gibson Health Opco LLC
Gibson, GA20.8 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $14,732
Woods at Sparta of Journey LLC, The
Sparta, GA22.6 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $13,325
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr
Sandersville, GA · Current facility
—1/51/52/5None recorded
Washington Co Extended Care Facility
Sandersville, GA
3,168 ft3/53/54/5None recorded
Heritage Inn of Sandersville Health and Rehab
Sandersville, GA
4,752 ft5/55/54/5None recorded
Wrightsville Manor Health and Rehab
Wrightsville, GA
18.4 mi1/51/51/5$74,208
Pruitthealth - Toomsboro
Toomsboro, GA
19.8 mi5/55/51/5None recorded
Gibson Health Opco LLC
Gibson, GA
20.8 mi5/55/52/5$14,732
Woods at Sparta of Journey LLC, The
Sparta, GA
22.6 mi1/52/51/5$13,325

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 Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr?▾
Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 1/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Georgia is $7,604/month for a semi-private room and $8,669/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr had any health inspection violations?▾
Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr had 6 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Aug 7, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr?▾
Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr provides 2.58 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.23 RN hours, 0.78 LPN hours, and 1.57 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 45.9%.
How many beds does Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr have?▾
Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr has 56 certified beds with an average of 48.4 residents per day, resulting in approximately 86% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Georgia, including 2 in Sandersville. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr?▾
On Google Maps, Smith Medical Nursing Care Ctr has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on 7 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 1/5.