Candler Skilled Nursing Unit

Nursing Home · Savannah, GA

CMS overall rating 5/5 Non profit - Corporation

CMS certification number115610

Contact & location

5353 Reynolds Street
Savannah, GA 31405
Chatham County
Phone
(912) 819-6262
ZIP code
31405 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
22
Residents per day
20.2 (92% occupied)
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Legal name
Candler Hospital Incorporated
Medicare certified since
August 6, 1996
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 5/5
State avg 2.6
Health inspections★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 2.8
Staffing★★★★★ 5/5
State avg 2.3
Quality measures★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 2.9
Long-stay qualityNot rated
Short-stay quality★★★★★ 3/5

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
7.95 (state 3.56 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
1.98 (state 0.50 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
3.26 (state 0.93 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
2.71 (state 2.14 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
7.81 (state 3.10 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
30.4 (state 46.0 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
44.4 (state 44.5 · U.S. 42.9)%

Inspections

Last standard inspection
March 26, 2026
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
3.0 (state 5.2 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
0
Citations on record (3 years)
7 health · 1 fire safety
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2026-03-26 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-05-26
2026-03-26 Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
F0700 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-05-26
2026-03-26 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-05-26
2025-03-07 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-04-16
2023-12-03 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-01-15
2023-12-03 Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-01-15
2023-12-03 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-01-15

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
ST Josephs Candler Health System INC (organization)5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest · 100%
Danello, Sherry (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Panzitta, Leonard (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Scott, James (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Panzitta, Leonard (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Schaack, Gregory (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Danello, Sherry (individual)W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE
Hinchey, Paul (individual)W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE
Schaack, Gregory (individual)W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE
Scott, James (individual)W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Candler Skilled Nursing Unit?

Candler Skilled Nursing Unit has a 5-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 2.6-star average in Georgia.

How many beds does Candler Skilled Nursing Unit have?

It has 22 certified beds and cares for about 20 residents per day.

Has Candler Skilled Nursing Unit been fined?

CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

What is the phone number of Candler Skilled Nursing Unit?

(912) 819-6262. The facility is located at 5353 Reynolds Street, Savannah, GA 31405.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.