Smith Medical Nursing Care CTR

Nursing Home · Sandersville, GA

CMS overall rating 1/5 For profit - Corporation

CMS certification number115691

Contact & location

501 East McCarty ST
Sandersville, GA 31082
Washington County
Phone
(478) 552-5155
ZIP code
31082 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
56
Residents per day
48.4 (86% occupied)
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Legal name
Smith Medical Nursing Care Center, INC.
Medicare certified since
December 13, 2004
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 1/5
State avg 2.6
Health inspections★★★★★ 1/5
State avg 2.8
Staffing★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 2.3
Quality measures★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 2.9
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 4/5
Short-stay qualityNot rated

Staffing

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

Total nurse staffing
2.58 (state 3.56 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
0.23 (state 0.50 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.78 (state 0.93 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
1.57 (state 2.14 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
2.59 (state 3.10 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
45.9 (state 46.0 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
—
Administrators who left
0 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
August 7, 2025
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
6.0 (state 5.2 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
0
Citations on record (3 years)
32 health · 18 fire safety · includes immediate jeopardy
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2025-08-07 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.
F0585 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-19
2025-08-07 Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
F0730 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-19
2025-08-07 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.
F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-19
2025-08-07 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 2025-09-19
2025-08-07 Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.
F0923 · Environmental Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-19
2025-08-07 Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
F0760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-09-19
2025-03-19 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-05-03
2024-03-24 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.
F0803 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-05-08
2024-03-24 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 2024-05-08
2024-03-24 Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
F0851 · Administration Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-05-08
2024-03-24 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.
F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-05-08
2024-03-24 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 2024-05-08
2024-03-24 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-05-08
2024-03-24 Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-05-08
2024-03-24 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-05-08
2023-01-31 Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
F0678 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 J
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety		 Corrected 2023-03-15
2023-01-31 Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
F0835 · Administration Deficiencies		 J
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety		 Corrected 2023-03-15
2023-01-31 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 2023-03-15
2023-01-31 Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
F0882 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-03-15
2023-01-31 Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-03-15
2023-01-31 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.
F0887 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-03-15
2023-01-31 Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
F0921 · Environmental Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-03-15
2023-01-31 Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing.
F0563 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-03-15
2023-01-31 Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
F0582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-03-15
2023-01-31 Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-03-15
2023-01-31 PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
F0645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-03-15
2023-01-31 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 2023-03-15
2023-01-31 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-03-15
2023-01-31 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.
F0688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-03-15
2023-01-31 Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
F0791 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-03-15
2023-01-31 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-03-15
2023-01-31 Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
F0919 · Environmental Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-03-15

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
Poole, Katie (individual)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 100%
Thompson, Janice (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Poole, Katie (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Thompson, Janice (individual)W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE
Wadley, Linda (individual)W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Smith Medical Nursing Care CTR?

Smith Medical Nursing Care CTR has a 1-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 Smith Medical Nursing Care CTR have?

It has 56 certified beds and cares for about 48 residents per day.

Has Smith Medical Nursing Care CTR been fined?

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

What is the phone number of Smith Medical Nursing Care CTR?

(478) 552-5155. The facility is located at 501 East McCarty ST, Sandersville, GA 31082.

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