Washington Co Extended Care Facility

Nursing Home · Sandersville, GA

CMS overall rating 3/5 Government - County

CMS certification number115702

Contact & location

610 Sparta Road
Sandersville, GA 31082
Washington County
Phone
(478) 240-2005
ZIP code
31082 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
60
Residents per day
57.2 (95% occupied)
Ownership
Government - County
Legal name
Hospital Authority of Washington County
Medicare certified since
October 1, 2005
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 2.6
Health inspections★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 2.8
Staffing★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 2.3
Quality measures★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 2.9
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 3/5
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
4.15 (state 3.56 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
0.56 (state 0.50 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.67 (state 0.93 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
2.91 (state 2.14 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
3.63 (state 3.10 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
35.6 (state 46.0 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
11.1 (state 44.5 · U.S. 42.9)%

Inspections

Last standard inspection
February 26, 2026
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
4.0 (state 5.2 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
0
Citations on record (3 years)
9 health · 6 fire safety
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2026-02-26 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 2026-03-18
2026-02-26 Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-03-18
2026-02-26 Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
F0607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-03-18
2026-02-26 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2026-03-18
2024-12-09 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
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-01-23
2023-09-10 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 2023-10-25
2023-09-10 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 2023-10-25
2023-09-10 Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-10-25
2023-09-10 Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
F0758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-10-25

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
Kitchens, Wentzelle (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Stewart, Pamela (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Wright, Lashawn (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Kitchens, Wentzelle (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Stewart, Pamela (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Wright, Lashawn (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Washington Co Extended Care Facility?

Washington Co Extended Care Facility has a 3-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 Washington Co Extended Care Facility have?

It has 60 certified beds and cares for about 57 residents per day.

Has Washington Co Extended Care Facility been fined?

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

What is the phone number of Washington Co Extended Care Facility?

(478) 240-2005. The facility is located at 610 Sparta Road, 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.